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Breathtaking Alaksa can be found near the top of many bucket lists because even though it is part of the United States, it still feels a world away.

I lived there for a few years as a child and decided to go back for my birthday this past summer. One of the most popular modes to explore this vast region is on a cruise.

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chose to visit the Inside Passage in style aboard the Silver Shadow, one of Silversea’s luxury small ships providing us with access to smaller ports and more customized experiences than one can expect from the larger cruise ships. We enjoyed a week on land before our cruise, exploring Alaska’s interior. Then we traveled to Seward, the small fishing town where we would board our ship for the southbound trip to Vancouver. We enjoyed a quick tour around the harbor in the morning before embarking on the Silver Shadow for a late lunch. We ate at the Grill on the pool deck where we cooked our own choice of entree on individually heated lava rocks. It was wet and a bit chilly, but we were good sports and wrapped in blankets to enjoy the view, but once it was dark we tucked inside our warm suites to settle in for the night.

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We sailed into Juneau, Alaska’s capital and third largest city, but also one of the many places in Alaska not accessible by road. Its population of only 5,000 depends upon air and sea for all the necessary provisions they cannot produce, catch, or trap themselves. Our first excursion was to a “dog musher” camp where the sled dogs go to stay in shape during the summer months. We learned amazing things about mushing dogs and how they must consume 10,000-12,000 calories a day and eat continuously during a race. We then got to experience the power of a team of these four-legged wonders ourselves. At the end of our ride, we were allowed to hold darling “mush puppies” that were only about 10 weeks old.

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Our second stop was the lovely town of Skagway, located at t h e n o r t h e r n t e r m i nu s o f t h e I n s i d e Passage. We had a wonderful day in the town learning about the history of the downtown district and how it forms part of the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park. After our walk through, we got to photograph two members of our excursion group departing on a helicopter to walk on a Glacier which they reported was a real highlight of their trip. We decided to enjoy a lazy afternoon, which included spa treatments and a special birthday dinner in La Dame, the Relais & Chateau restaurant on the ship. What a special treat it was to lavish in three hours of pampered dinner service, presented with beautiful and delicious food courses each paired with elegant wines based upon what each of us ordered. Dessert was followed by a birthday cake and we all claimed we would not want to eat a thing the next day, but of course that was not the case.

Our third port was our favorite, Sitka, the “Paris of the Pacific”. This charming town was home to the Kiksadi clan of the Tlingit people for centuries prior to the arrival of the Russians under the territorial governor Alexander Baranof who believed the region was ideal for fur trade. Many shops along the main street filled with stunning fur coats, jackets, and hats would suggest he had been correct. We enjoyed this small village partly because it doesn’t allow the large cruise ships to come in and it feels more like the expected pace of Alaska. The nice shops and galleries are family owned and have things actually made in Alaska. The Russian influence on the architecture was beautiful and interesting to observe.

I used my American Express Platinum Card to pay for our cruise, so we chose to enjoy one of the added benefits at this time, which was a beautiful bottle of champagne. Our butler provided a lovely spread in our suite with caviar, shrimp, egg rolls, and other delicacies to enjoy with the champagne before our farewell dinner in the dining room.

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The final port on our cruise was Ketchikan, the highly acclaimed salmon capitol of the world. It is also famous for its colorful totem poles and steep incline streets. Situated at the foot of 3,000-foot Deer Mountain, 13,500 people call Ketchikan home and from its position in southeast Alaska it has a much milder climate than many our other stops on this journey. With four huge cruise ships docked when we arrived, the streets were packed with tourists. After a short walk around the harbor we took time to go to the Alaska Fish House for a lunch of fresh Halibut fish and chips and watch the fisher men bringing in their catch then head out for more.During our last day at sea, we passed Pine Island and the Seymour Narrows.

Vancouver Finally, we sailed into Vancouver’s port as we rose on a sundrenched morning and before disembarking, we enjoyed breakfast on the verandah outside La Terraza restaurant. The process to leave the ship is just as easy and civilized as boarding so we were now headed back to the reality of preparing our own morning coffee once again. Our 7-night journey of 1,629 nautical miles provided a wonderful floating luxury hotel from which we could explore new destinations without having to spend time packing and unpacking or checking in and out of different hotels.

Of course, one of the treats when you sail on Silversea are the trained butler assigned to every suite, who will happily unpack and pack your luggage for you.

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WHEN IN ROME, DO AS THE ROMANS… Written by Carolyn Smith Bryant The phrase “when in Rome do as the Romans” is attributed to St Ambrose who lived in Rome in the 4th century AD. He was referring to the fact that Catholics did not fast on the same day in Milan as they did in Rome and he was advising to St Augustine to go along with local customs while traveling. Who knew that advice written almost 1700 years ago about abstaining would morph into almost the opposite; encouragement to partake, and even to indulge. St Ambrose’s advice is embraced by tens of millions of travelers each year. My husband, 14-year-old son, and I recently visited our favorite city, Rome, for my husband’s birthday. We definitely took the adage as a directive to explore and thoroughly enjoy the city in many ways.

The best way to enjoy any city, in my opinion, is to first get acquainted with the history. In Rome’s case, that’s anything but boring. I highly recommend Suetonius’ fascinating and salacious Twelve Caesars. It is one of only a few contemporaneous accounts of early Imperial Roma that exists, and is considered the best. I also recommend I Claudius, a delectable television series based on Suetonious. Both the book and television series outline the power, genius, strategy, betrayal, greed, mental and physical ailments, deviance, and lust which characterized the leaders and helped cause both the rise and fall of the empire.

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As virtually the whole city is a UNESCO site with 25,000 different archaeological spots spanning 3,000 years, one can’t help but embrace history. The starting point for any tour should be the Roman Forum. If you do some research, bring your imagination, and hire a fabulous guide like Marina Ambrosi (marinaambrose@ yahoo.it), this cluster of ruins will evoke the commercial, religious, and municipal activity that made-up everyday life in what was the center of Rome. In the Forum, one can almost see Julius Caesar, the aggressive soldier and pivotal leader who wrestled power away from the Senate and brought about the end of the Republic and the birth of an Empire. The ruins of a temple erected to him by his adopted son, Augustus the 1st, is in the Forum. Also interesting, is the Temple of the Vestal Virgins, a marble dorm that housed the cult ironically and purposefully located in the heart of the highly debauched city.

Another must-see site is the Coliseum. Construction was started by the 10th emperor Vespasian. As being named emperor was always a death sentence, Vespasian built the arena in order to keep himself popular and alive. Each ticket provided free entertainment, free food, free alcohol and every seat had a great view to epic gladiatorial, wild animal, and naval battles. His propaganda worked: he was the first emperor to die of natural causes.

With as many sites as there are to see, it’s hard to see them all.

Close to the Coliseum is the Pantheon, the best example of still functioning, early Imperial Roman architecture. Also close to the Coliseum and worth seeing if only for a few minutes, is Trajan’s market. Trajan the 13th was considered one of the five good emperors. He expanded Rome’s territory and with the resources, funded important public works such as aqueducts and bridges.

His marketplace was the world’s largest shopping mall. You only need to stroll a small portion of this colossus to imagine the stalls full of goods from all corners of the empire and early Romans did their shopping.

Today, the best shopping in Rome is located across town on elegant Via dei Condotti and the surrounding side streets at the foot of the Spanish Steps. In ancient times, Via dei Condotti enabled travelers to cross the Tibor river to one of Rome’s seven hills and beyond. Today this sophisticated and glamorous shopping destination rivals shopping anywhere in the world with a mix of Italian fashion houses and iconic global brands. But what makes this fashion mecca unique is how the powerhouse names are interspersed down narrow cobblestone streets with galleries of antiquity, restaurants, chocolatiers, gelato, and truffle shops. For my husband’s birthday gift, we perused many men’s clothing stores

like our favorites Ermenegildo Zegnia and Brunello Cucinelli but committed to a sumptuous cashmere sport coat from Brioni.

We also added to his coin collection with coins from the reign of Tiberius, Caligula, and Nero.

Nero was one of the most extravagant emperors of all.

According to perfumesociety.org, “Nero was so crazy about roses, he had silver pipes installed so that his dinner guests could be spritzed with rosewater”. I also adore the smell of roses, so my partaking in local culture had me on the hunt for small Italian perfumers still producing heritage rose scents by hand according to secret formulas. I found several ancient companies in the Via dei Condotti area such as Santa Maria Novella and Carthusia.

According to Carthusian legend, a bouquet of flowers including rare carnations native to Capri, were picked in 1380 by a Father in a Capri monastery as a gift for Queen Joan of Naples. The flowers sat in water for three days. When the Father threw the flowers away, he noticed the lovely fragrant water and took it to an alchemist to analyze. In 1948 the formula was found and Papal permission was granted to manufacture it again. Carthusia has unusual fragrances with notes of sea air, coral, and lemon; however, I love the Fiori di Capri fragrance, as it is the one that contains that rare carnation.

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While the above was my husband and I’s take on, “when in Rome…,” we soon found it meant something totally different to our son. He has an emotional attachment to the Burberry plaid pattern since receiving one of their baby blankets at birth. So, we pampered him with a classic scarf. He also wanted to check out the other end of the fashion spectrum, skateboarding streetwear. I was curious to know if Italy’s fine craftsmanship dating back to the Renaissance and tradition of dressing-up, was also being replaced with expensive graffitied sweatpants and hoodies as in other countries. We were only able to find one boutique with the type style my son was looking for: Stone Island. In the window, there was a glass freezer with an almost Orwellian black leather jacket hanging in it. The leather was treated with a revolutionary process so touching it left hand and fingerprints in white and leaving it out of frosty temps turned the whole coat white. Even St Ambrose would have thought we were nuts to indulge a kid with a $4,000 coat. He felt lucky to get baggy sweatpants with 16 slmag.net

futuristic reflective stripes down the back. Other shopping moments included stocking up on buttery leather gloves in a rainbow of colors from one of our traditional stops, leather glove store Sermoneta.

“When in Rome” one should definitely not fast on any day. For a delicate pastry and strong cup of coffee in a salon setting, visit Rome’s oldest coffee shop, Caffé Greco opened on Via dei Condotti in 1760 and host to centuries of notables such as the poet Keats.

As Keats said, “life is but a day” and I took that as an obligation to almost overdo it on gelato. Most gelaterie in this neighborhood are pretty little shops with small batch artesian flavors made with the finest ingredients. For dinner, I highly recommend making a reservation for the long-standing Ristorante Nino, for authentic rosemary, garlic, and white bean laden Tuscan style dishes.

We spent much time in this fashionable neighborhood as we were staying in the well-appointed, spacious, convenient Ambassador Apartment at the Inn at the Spanish Steps. The stairs were named

after the square below which was considered Spanish territory when the stairs were made in 1725. They have been a meeting and hanging-out spot ever since. In my opinion, the square is the perfect place for a child of any age to get out a little energy while traveling, before sitting in a restaurant, or after dinner. The area is fun and vibrant with tourists purchasing cheap balloons filled with gel that go splat and light-up whirly copters to hurl into the night sky. Of note is a Baroque fountain by one of Bernini’s family members called “Fountain of the Boat.” It is a small, recessed, boat-shaped fountain that seems to be a destination as it has built in marble benches around it. I was momentarily horrified to see my son exemplify “when in Rome” by following those who were drinking directly from the stream of water squirting out of the boat into the basin. I was relieved to learn that what squirts out is fresh and potable; and then excited to try water that is being transported by an aqueduct built during Trajan’s time and renovated during the Renaissance.

A quick brush-up on the Renaissance would enhance one’s tour of other must-see sites: the Vatican, Sistine Chapel, and St Peter’s Basilica. Here you’ll see many of the world’s most famous sculptures, paintings, and frescos, hand-painted murals of former Roman territories, painted vaulted ceilings, and more. Depending on the Pope’s travel schedule, you may be able to catch a full mass or a brief blessing. Papalaudience.org is a great resource for information, schedule, and protocol.

“When in Rome” can mean getting out of Rome as thousands of people do every day via high-speed train or cars on their wellmarked roads. Rome is centrally located; and therefore, the perfect place from which to take day trips to Pompeii, Naples, Florence, Pisa, Tuscany, and more.

However, you choose to “veni vidi vici” Rome, your trip will be more impactful by first understanding the layers of people and events, then taking the advice of an old saint to heart. sl slmag.net

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From the Editor-In-Chief

I always try to seize any opportunity to gain a more well-rounded understanding of wealth and luxury as I realized almost 7 years ago, March 25th, 2012, to be exact, that I understood it all wrong. The day my daughter was born marked the beginning of an unsolicited shift within, and while it was unintentional, it has continued to keep my attention focused on the intention required to progress, in every sense of the word.

Don’t get me wrong; money is, of course, essential and a basic requirement for all of us to self-sustain. And in the drive, heart and hard work we exert in order to make a living, we often reap immense rewards that affect not only our bank accounts, but more importantly, our souls.

Hidden beneath the surface of the superficial lies an opportunity to create another type of currency, one that is the intimate interpretation of any individual.

I’m not referring to that which is created in a government mint, to pay for, but one built by each of us, meant to pay forward. It serves many purposes, whether it enhances the exchange within ourselves or, more influentially, our verbal, emotional and sentimental exchanges with others.

As a writer, I’m constantly challenged with finding the right words. However, in a recent episode of writer’s block, evoking my senses ended up helping it all make since. I chose to experience connotations rather than primary definitions. And the more uncomfortable it felt, the more comfortable I became with my personal connections to certain words, my true sentiments behind them. I felt a sense of valor when defining their value, deciphering more of what they ought to mean not limited to what I was taught.

For example, yes, money matters, but moments matter more. Riches are not the same as richness. Opulence is achieved by opportunities seized not by those dismissed.

Fineness better describes our moral fitness, not the caliber or quantity of our material possessions. Indulging in what’s in front of us on the store shelves is far less rewarding than indulging within ourselves. Enjoyment is fulfilling when filling the lives of others with joy as it’s true what they say in regards to what goes around comes around. Highliving is contingent on sincere high-giving. Nobility is not found in the ancestry of our family trees but rather rooted in one’s ability to make a difference. Status is what our actions state about us. Values help achieve valor.

My intentions in sharing the above is by no means meant to pontificate but rather pronounce what, in this coming year, I personally want to practice more. In recognizing we truly are all a work in progress, I want to polish my principles not my shoes, focalize more on the company I keep rather than the company in which I work, be more fearless in augmenting my fortitude not fortune and remember that my own true prosperity will be found in my ability to prosper in the above.

Simply said, I want to calibrate my currency.

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TIME(LESS) MACHINE Brains and brawn combine in the eighth generation of the Porsche 911.

Written by Andre James

The eighth generation of the Porsche 911—the 2020 Carrera S—made its world debut at the Porsche Experience Center Los Angeles just prior to the opening of the L.A. Auto Show this past November. Retaining all of the hallmark design DNA that makes a Porsche instantly recognizable from all other vehicles on the road, the new 911 is a bit more muscular on the outside and a whole lot sleeker on the inside, thanks to a completely new layout.

On the exterior, a broader nose arches over 20-inch front wheels and 21-inch wheels at the rear, keeping power in check and

improving grip. Also helping drivers get a grip is a world first—a Porsche-developed Wet Mode—designed to detect water on the road, precondition the stability control and anti-lock brake systems accordingly, and warn the driver. Wet Mode is part of the standard equipment package, as is a camera-based warning and brake assist system, which detects the risk of collision with moving objects and initiates emergency braking if necessary. Optional upgrades include Night Vision Assist with a thermal imaging camera, Adaptive Cruise Control, and an innovative Emergency Assist function.

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Other notable exterior elements include flush integration of the electric door handles that extend outward when needed; new LED headlights; a front luggage compartment lid with pronounced contours that evoke the design of early 911s; a significantly wider, variable-position rear spoiler; and, a seamless, elegant light bar, which is now a feature on both two- and fourwheel drive variants.

The turbocharged flat-six engine of the 911 Carrera S and 911 Carrera 4S produces 443 horsepower, a 23-horsepower increase over the previous model. Equipped with an 8-speed PDK dual clutch transmission as standard, the rear-wheel drive 911 Carrera S Coupe takes 3.5 seconds to reach 60 miles per hour from standstill, while the 911 Carrera 4S Coupe with allwheel drive covers the distance in 3.4 seconds (0.4 seconds faster than the previous model in each case). Opt for the Sport Chrono Package to shave off another 0.2 seconds. Top track speeds are now 191 miles per hour for the 911 Carrera S, and 190 miles per hour for the all-wheel drive version. A manual transmission will be offered at a later date.

Porsche 911 models from the 1970s provided the inspiration for the completely new interior, characterized by the clear and straight lines of the dashboard with recessed instruments. Left and right of the centrally positioned tachometer are a pair of frameless, free-form displays that provide the driver with information. More than three inches larger than the previous model, the new Porsche Communication Management (PCM) with a 10.9-inch touchscreen display can be operated quickly and intuitively thanks to the new architecture. Located underneath the screen, a compact switch panel with five buttons provides direct access to key vehicle functions. The standard PCM system features Porsche Connect Plus including online traffic information based on swarm data.

The 2020 911 Carrera S has a base MSRP of $113,200, while the 2020 911 Carrera 4S will be offered starting at $120,600, each not including the $1,050 delivery, processing and handling fee. The models can be ordered now and are expected to reach U.S. dealers in summer 2019. sl

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Of Note...The Big Chill

Compiled by Colin Dennis

This page top to bottom: KitchenAid 29.5 cu. ft. built-in side-by-side refrigerator with PrintShield finish ($10,399; kitchenaid.com). Classic Fridge from Big Chill in French Blue with satin nickel trim ($4,795; bigchill.com). Frigidaire 19 cu. ft. glass door all refrigerator ($3,349; frigidaire.com). Subzero Pro 48 with 18.5 cu. ft. of refrigerator capacity and 11.7 cu. ft. of freezer space ($16,950; subzero-wolf.com). Dolce & Gabbana x Smeg The Sicily of Cavalleria Rusticana refrigerator ($50,000; neimanmarcus.com). Opposite page: True’s 48” Refrigerator with a glass door and a 30” refrigerator column outfitted in a cobalt blue from the Build Your True collection of custom finishes and hardware (price upon request; true-residential.com). Liebherr 24-inch built-in fully integrated bottom freezer refrigerator ($2,350; liebherr.com). Gaggenau Vario 400 series, a fully integrated, built-in modular range of refrigerators, freezers, fridgefreezers and wine climate cabinets that combine modularity with the smooth lines of seamless integration (gaggenau.com). GE Cafe Energy Star 22.2 cu. ft. counter-depth French-door refrigerator with hot water dispenser ($3,399; cafeappliances.com).

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Bibliotaph... What's Cooking

Compiled by Victoria Chase

Recipient of a 2018 James Beard Award for American Cooking, Sean Sherman, an Oglala Lakota chef, dispels outdated notions of Native American fare in his debut cookbook. His collection of healthy dairy and sugar-free recipes represent a tasty introduction to the modern indigenous cuisine of the Dakota and Minnesota territories. Sean Sherman with Beth Dooley— The Sioux Chef's Indigenous Kitchen—hardcover, 240 pages, University of Minnesota Press.

This cookbook tells the story of the wunderkind New York chef duo Jeremiah Stone and Fabián von Hauske, and their highly regarded Lower East Side tasting-menu restaurant Contra, and its more casual sister, Wildair. With a foreword by comedian and oenophile Eric Wareheim, the book's 85 recipes are accompanied by plated food, restaurant and travel photography. Jeremiah Stone and Fabián von Hauske with Alison Roman—A Very Serious Cookbook: Contra Wildair—hardcover, 256 pages, Phaidon.

In her debut cookbook, cheeky registered dietitian, food lover, and YouTube star Abbey Sharp shows us how she eats: healthy and nourishing meals that are packed with flavor. Many of the recipes are plant-centric and free of dairy, gluten, and nuts.

Abbey Sharp—The Mindful Glow Cookbook: Radiant Recipes for Being the Healthiest, Happiest You—hardcover, 288 pages, Penguin Books

Michelin-starred chef Anita Lo combines her experiences as a chef—odd hours and late-night meals—with years spent traveling and cooking around the world, to devise the ultimate guide to cooking for one. Should you find Matty Matheson, chef, purveyor of positivity, and star of something you want to share, the Viceland's It's Suppertime and Dead Set on Life, shares his favorite recipes alongside anecdotes about his youth in Canada recipes can easily be multiplied.

Anita Lo—Solo: A Modern Cookbook that make his debut cookbook a highly personal endeavor.

For A Party Of One—hardcover, Matty Matheson—Matty Matheson: A Cookbook—hardcover, 256 pages, Random House.

304 pages, Abrams Books.

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bib 'li' o 'taph, [bib-lee-uhtaf, -tahf ]: a person who caches or hoards books Former editor and publisher of Surfer magazine, and owner of an award-winning regional Mexican restaurant, author Jim Kempton presents an expansive collection of recipes sourced from his travels across six continents— accompanied by stunning surf photography. Jim Kempton—First We Surf Then We Eat: Recipes from a Lifetime of Surf Travel—hardcover, 248 pages, Prospect Park Books

An inspiring mix of classic cocktail recipes alongside exciting variations, this book offers tips, tricks, presentation ideas, and technical know-how to make your cocktails as sensational for the eye as they are for the palate. Pippa Guy—Let's Get Fizzical: More Than 50 Bubbly Cocktail Recipes With Prosecco, Champagne and Other Sparkling Wines—hardcover, 144 pages, DK Publishing.

Celebrity chef and TV star Carla Hall takes readers back to her Nashville roots as she traces the history of soul food from Africa and the Caribbean to the American South. The book's 145 original recipes are accompanied by 120 color photographs. Carla Hall and Genevieve Ko—Carla Hall's Soul Food: Everyday and Celebration—hardcover, 336 pages, Harper Wave Books.

Half design journal and half cookbook, New York-based architect and designer Glen Coben gives readers a fascinating glimpse inside the mind of an architect, and the journey from conception of a restaurant design to creating the space, and, finally, to cooking and eating.

Glen Coben—An Architect's Cookbook: A Culinary Journey Through Design— hardcover, 228 pages, ORO Editions An honors graduate in biochemistry, biotechnology and marketing, Isadora Chai worked as a clinical researcher and later in pharmaceutical marketing, before finding vocational serenity in pursuing her lifelong passion for food. In her lavishly photographed cookbook and food almanac, Chai presents the experimental recipes behind the themed degustations that occur each month at her hole-in the-wall restaurant, Bistro à Table, in Kuala Lumpur. Isadora Chai—Edible Satire: French Cuisine with a Twist—hardcover, 224 pages, Images Publishing Dist.

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MAGICAL MAHEKAL A beachfront oasis in Playa Del Carmen Written by Caylee Matthews / Photography by Chris Wimpey In stark contrast to its neighbors, whose behemoth developments cast a long shadow on the sands of Playa Del Carmen in Mexico’s Riviera Maya, the luxury Mahekal Beach Resort grew out of more humble beginnings and continues to distinguish itself by holding onto a more bohemian bent.

Situated directly on Playa del Carmen’s longest stretch of beach (920 feet to be exact), and at the terminus of a side street that branches off of bustling Quinta Avenida, what is most notable about Mahekal is that it almost goes unnoticed amid the lush tropical landscaping that envelopes the property. Five decades ago, a Mexican family built six thatched-roof palapas on this beachfront plot to rent to backpackers; over time, that number grew to more than 100 individual accommodations.

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underwent a $16 million facelift completed in 2016, the present ownership has remained true to the property’s free-spirited roots by ensuring that buildings don’t peek above the tallest palm trees, and that the bungalow-style accommodations and guest experiences incorporate aspects of the local Mayan culture. “The wonderful people and culture of Mexico deserve to be celebrated,” said general manager Attila Gombos.

Amenities spread among the verdant property include four swimming pools (three of them with swim-up bars); an oceanfront hot tub; the Revive Spa and fitness center; five restaurants and bars; an on-property dive center; a beachside fire pit; an boutique full of locally made crafts; an painting palapa where guests can paint their own ceramic souvenirs under the direction of an accomplished artisan; and, a unique Mayan Culinary Casita. A

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weekly calendar of complimentary events ranges from cooking classes to salsa dancing and beachfront yoga.

Guest rooms are luxuriously appointed, with a variety of settings to please those who want to feel like they are close to the action (beachfront rooms and palapas), as well as those who want to feel like they are a million miles away from it all (Treehouse rooms and palapas). Across the board, there is consistency among the luxurious fit and finish of all guest rooms, such as a lively color palette and textural touches, including stone, wood and natural fibers. The diversity of accommodations and amenities draws a varied clientele, from families to honeymooners.

Hanging next to the entrance of my Oceanfront Casita was a customized hand-painted ceramic welcome sign (which I was happy to bring home with me). To take advantage of the

constant coastal breezes and the theatre provided by parade of humanity meandering up and down the beach throughout the day, a crocheted hammock was strung just outside my front door.

Constructed with a soaring traditional palapa-style roof, my room was dotted with thoughtful touches that imbued it with a sense of place. Significant among these were pieces of pottery from Oaxaca, and a silk rebozos from Michoacán state gracing the foot of the bed.

Still under private ownership, Mahekal’s diminutive size in relation to neighboring properties affords it an admirable amount of personalized service within either a room-rate only European Plan, or a Modified American Plan, which provides breakfast and the choice of lunch or dinner daily. “We are able to provide an extra level of service because there is no corporate red tape to contend with,” said Gombos.

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Even with a selection of reputable dining choices, such as the taste bud-tickling Axiote (axiote.rest), a quick walk or pedal away (complimentary bicycles are available), the dining options on-property are truly commendable. Serving three meals daily, the interior of Las Olas, which is positioned to face the beach at the edge of an infinity pool, is defined by intricate chandeliers and Mexican-made tables. At the buffet-style Cocina, guests are able to sample cuisines that span the Yucatán and Latin America. My personal favorite was the oceanfront Fuego, where every dish is “kissed” by fire. Attesting to the quality of the ingredients across the dining spectrum, the popular Catch of the Day program allows guests to follow executive chef Crescenciano Nerey from boat-to-bite as he greets local fishermen on the beach to select the catches of the day.

Whether you are a foodie or an armchair social anthropologist, booking the Mayan culinary experience is a must.

Led by a Mayan chef working with a co-chef and translator, the interactive cooking demonstration and meal celebrates traditional Mayan ingredients, rituals and cooking methods. The experience begins with a Copal incense blessing, followed by a toast with Xtabentún, a liqueur made in the Yucatán region from anise seed.

The multi-course lunch features Tikin-Xik, a whole fish steamed

in a clay pot within a firepit dug into the earth. Guests depart with recipes to recreate the dishes at home.

Resembling a minimalist cathedral, the 2,500 square-foot Revive Spa is designed with whitewashed walls and a soaring ceiling highlighted by a fiber optic lighting that mimics a starry night. Indigenous-inspired and tailored head-to-toe treatments incorporate organic Kinich products.

Tempting as it would be to remain in the confines of the resort, you’d be remiss to miss the boutiques and restaurants of Playa del Carmen, as well as more adventurous excursions further afoot, including cenotes, Xcaret, Tulum, Chichen Itza and Yal-Ku Lagoon, all of which can be arranged by the concierge.

Bobbing about in the crystal-clear waters of the Cenote el Sueño, watching as slim, silvery fish darted in and out of pitchblack darkness only cracked by the singular beam of a flashlight, I wondered (in addition to thinking that this would be an ideal site for a horror flick), what the Mayans, who regarded these openings to underground rivers as sacred, would think of the area today. I couldn’t help but surmise they’d find some familiarity in the palapas and palette of magical Mahekal. Room-only rate at Mahekal Beach Resort from $190/night. For more information visit mahekalbeachresort.com. sl slmag.net

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CUPID SHUFFLE Valentine's Day Gifts and Garb to Make Your Heart Skip a Beat Compiled by Bridget Williams

Rita Vineris S/S 2019 (ritaveneris.com)

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From top to bottom: Margot McKinney Jewelry 18k gold pearl and stone drop earrings ($69,500; margotmckinney.com). Etho Maria 18k white gold and diamond ring (price upon request; ethomaria.com). Assael natural Sardinian coral and diamond leaf earrings and pendant/brooch set in 18k white gold (price upon request; assael.com). Man & Woman crystal bookends created by Robert Rigot for Baccarat ($1,260/each; us.baccarat.com). Oh Mon Dieu! No. 69 gift set from L'Objet ($225; l-objet.com). Bolt II Ruby from William Henry ($495; williamhenry.com). Poltrona Frau Zhuang Jewelry Cases by Neri & Hu (poltronafrau.com). Silvia Furmanovich marquetry Adam & Eve earrings ($14,300; silviafurmanovich.com). Boca do Lobo Millionaire jewelry safe made ion gold-plated polished brass (price upon request; bocadolobo.com).Vish NYC bespoke alligator leather dress (price upon request; vishnycity.com).

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From top to bottom: Novel Heritage 18k rose gold and malachite Kiss necklace ($1,800; nouvelheritage.com).

Katrine K ready-to-wear. Photo by Olga Kushik. Christolfe Graffiti silver plated tray ($325). Christolfe Graffiti silver-plated tray ($325; christofle.com). One-of-akind Graffiti Eve sculpture from Janus et Cie ($2,608; janusetcie.com). Luella tee from Camilla & Marc ($120; camillaandmarc.com). Blended in the Napa region, WineSociety's flagship collection includes TEMPT (red), CHANCE (rose) and FATE (white) ($132 as shown; winesociety.com). Luis Morais + Gemfields 18k yellow gold enamel and ruby earrings ($550; musexmuse.com).

Holly Dyment enameled 18k yellow gold ring with diamonds and precious stones ($8,250; hollydyment.com). Elena Votsi 18k yellow gold ebony and emerald Heart earrings ($4,180; elenavotsi.com).

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From top to bottom: Adina Reyter Tiny Heart bracelet ($178; adinareyter.com). Anuar Layon Re-Evolution FW18 Collection (anuarlayon.com). Photo by Izack Morales. Baume et Mercier Clifton Club 10339 42mm timepiece with rubber strap ($2,250; baume-et-mercier.com). Daniel Patrick anorak windbreaker ($500; danielpatrick.us). Ibkul mock neck top made with "IceFil" cooling fabric with a UPF 50 rating ($96; ibkul.com). Philipp Plein hi-top sneakers with crystal-covered midsole ($1,440; plain.com). Madrona duffel bag from Slate Collection in Midnight leather ($500; slatecollection.com). Aqua Blu Noir men's running shorts ($79.90; equable.com.au). Anabela Chan 18k gold ruby Love & Tears stud earrings ($350; anabelachan.com).

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From top to bottom: Berta evening gown (berta.com). 18k rose gold Amor Manet by KIM bracelet (price upon request; wempe.com). 14k rose gold BFF ring set with broken heart drop charms accented with diamonds from Shahla Karimi ($973; shahlakarimi.com). Sean Glisson for ASSAEL 18k yellow gold flexible bangle with Japanese Akoya Pearls ($9,900; assael.com). Anne Sisteron white gold and diamond XO cuff ($835; annesisteron.com). Lalique Folie perfume bottle ($855; lalique. com). Velvet Love slipper from Amerigo Milano ($225; amerigomilano.com).

Dreamy Massimo boudoir pillow from Sferra ($136; sierra.com). Herend Puppy Love figurine in Raspberry ($295; herendusa.com).

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From top to bottom: Soaring Love bronze finish sculpture from Artisani ($76; artisani.com). By Stolie 18k yellow gold choker with rubies ($9,995; bystolie.com). Pink gold ring with rhodochrosite, orange and pink sapphires, rubies and black diamonds from Lydia Courteille's Rosa Del Inca collection (price upon request; lydiacourteille.com). Sensi Studio RTW S/S 2019 (sensistudio.com). Chi Chi bikini top ($59.95) and bottom ($44.95) from White Fox Swim (whitefoxboutique. com). Dolce & Gabbana tumbled calfskin pouch ($995; usdolcegabbana.com). The Entrepreneur Stowaway with red lip lining from Streamline Luggage ($530; steamlineluggage.com).

Keystone roll-top leather backpack from Ezra Arthur ($1,270; ezraarthur.com). Chiapas red table runner from Maison Numen ($165; maisonnumen.com).

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WONDERMENT IN THE WILDERNESS The Chilko Experience

Written by Bridget Williams / Photography by Craig Sutherland It was so quiet that I could hear flesh tearing from bone as one of nature’s predominant predators, standing upright in the water less than 50 feet from the nose of my kayak, gorged on sockeye salmon. At that moment, grizzly bears outnumbered humans as I watched, my mouth agape, as a mother bear roared in protest as one of her cubs snatched a freshly snagged salmon from her mouth and triumphantly tromped back to shore. Engrossed in a moment of motherly camaraderie with this mighty creature, I was brought back to reality by a firm warning from my guide, reminding me that bears are capable swimmers and to maintain a respectable distance. After watching the family dynamic play out for some time, we paddled on in the misty morning, observing bald eagles soaring overhead, spying additional grizzlies on the opposite shore of Chilko Lake, and enjoying the solitude afforded by this pristine parcel of Canadian wilderness.

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time to reflect on my five days at the Chilko Experience this past September, which was followed by a trip to Jackson Hole, Wyoming a few weeks later. Comparing the two, I can state with absolute certainty (and with my apologies to Wyoming and Montana), that this was the most soul-satisfying wilderness adventure that I have ever been privy to. While wildlife is abundant in the Chilcotin throughout the year, from August through October it is estimated that one million sockeyes complete a 500-mile journey to reach the spot where the Chilko River meets glacier-fed Chilko Lake, making easy work of scouting sleuths of bears.

There several routes for rambling about in this remoteness, but I am now at a point in my life where I prefer indoor plumbing over roughing it. At the Chilko Experience, which occupies 25 of the five million acres that comprise the Chilko Valley (approximately 150 air miles north of Vancouver), I was able to have the best of both worlds: enjoying the greatness of the great outdoors by foot, water, ATV and horseback, and then having the luxury of returning to the comfortable confines of my expansive log home.

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The adventure begins with the arrival. Although it is possible to get to Chilko Lake by driving eight hours along mountainous roads from Vancouver, I’d advise opting for the 90-minute charter flight in a prop plane. While in flight you can spy verdant mountaintops peeking out from thin blankets of white clouds roiling about like the froth on a witches’ brew, as well as taller naked peaks wearing tiaras of snow that sparkle like diamonds in the sunlight. Awestruck as I soared above the creeping glacier fields, I felt intoxicated by the thought of what laid in store in the coming days, and wondered how anything as luxurious at the Chilko Experience could come to be in this remoteness.

Phil Huston, founder and jack-of-all-trades at the Chilko Experience, met us at the grass runway strip, located a short and bumpy ride away from the resort (stretches of unpaved roads are a given in the wilderness). A native of Kansas who now lives in Omaha (his next-door neighbor is Warren Buffett), Phil first heard of the Chilko region in the 1970s, when a hitchhiker he picked up on the way back from a car camping expedition in Alaska told him

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the area was worth checking out. He heeded the advice and was instantly smitten. The romance was rekindled in the late 1990s when Phil returned to Chilko Lake for a fishing trip, prompting him to purchase a derelict guest ranch for what was intended to be just a vacation home for his family. Some things, Phil soon decided, are simply too special to keep all to yourself.

Referring to an endeavor as a labor of love is done so often that the sentiment is often lost, but at the Chilko Experience, I can think of no better way to describe Phil and his wife Anne’s level of involvement and enduring passion for what they have created. Phil makes no bones about the monumental effort it took to build and then operate a property of this scope in such a remote area. “You have to be resourceful and self-sufficient,” he said. For emphasis, he pointed out that five tons of gravel were crushed on site for the roads, and the nearest grocery store is three hours away by car. The property, which can accommodate a maximum of 22 guests at a time, derives ninety-five percent of its energy from the sun. slmag.net

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Hiking with BooBoo on trails above the Chilko River. Photo by Bridget Williams.

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Construction commenced in 2002 and took five years. An architecture buff, Phil jokes that he had to build seven homes on the property so that Anne, a former Miss Nebraska and Miss World finalist, and now an antiques aficionado, could empty out a warehouse of furniture and accessories she’d collected over the years. The four log and three timber frame homes were built by Pioneer Log Homes and featured on the HGTV show Timber Kings. Phil remarked that the entire project was carried out with “a handshake and no bids.” “I have never had so much fun in all of my life,” he reminisced.

Sharing only a blue metal roof in common, each of the guest cabins are uniquely outfitted in an eclectic and rustic fashion with custom-built furniture cozying up to a mix of antiques hailing from different continents and periods. Positioned near the entry of each building at the Chilko Experience is a brass plaque naming both the builder and the sentimental name given to each structure. I stayed in Carl’s House, a two-story, two-bedroom cabin designed by Phil so that his friend Carl, a paraplegic, could experience the beauty of the Chilcotin.

Situated at the head of a verdant lawn that terminates at a 10-acre lake, the Main House, also called Tim’s House, is a central gathering place where guests congregate for meals, socialize at the lower level bar, and connect with the outside world, as it is the only place where Wi-Fi is available. There are two guest rooms in the lodge, with a third-floor

suite boasting an exquisite canopy bed crafted from 800-year-old Juniper logs. A lighthearted hand-painted mural in the Main House took 10 days to finish, and depicts fly fishing bears with human characteristics reflective of important people in the Hustons’ lives.

An architectural marvel, the 2,500-square-foot, three-story, one-bedroom Tower House was built as a private residence for Phil and Anne, but has since entered the lodging portfolio due to demand. Built onsite without plans and at a cost of $1,400 per square foot, Huston refers to the Tower House’s head carpenter as “the Michelangelo of logs,” and beams with pride as he recounts how the sinuous deck rail was carved with a chainsaw.

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Chiko Lake is largest natural high-elevation lake in North America.

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Muir Lake

Axe throwing at the Chilko Experience.

Night sky above the Main House

Opportunities for making oneself temporarily inaccessible are hard to come by these days; at Chilko they come in spades. With just 1,000 stalwart souls spread out over 32-million acres, don’t expect cell service until you return to the Main House. During a day-long fishing expedition, we traveled the entire length of the 50-mile Chilko Lake (the largest natural high-elevation lake in North America), and didn’t see another soul. Stopping at an inlet, Phil led our group up a loosely defined trail over spongy mosscovered rocks to Muir Lake, a secret oasis ringed by mountains that is open to anyone who knows its whereabouts. We could just discern the rumbling echoes of a 200-foot waterfall obscured by acres of pine forest. A 1980s-era cabin built by a family who leased the land from the park service sits at the edge of the lake.

Phil unbolted the cabin’s door and pulled out two volumes of a log book; I felt like I was joining a naturalists’ equivalent of a secret society as I added my name to the registry.

Later that day we dropped anchor at a popular fishing spot where a newbie fisherman in our group snagged a bull trout on his first cast. I was content with checking out bear and moose tracks along the shoreline with Anne, and picking up flat rocks to skip along water so blue and clear it prompted me to reminisce about a snorkeling trip in the Grenadines.

Because he is so immersed in the local community, Phil knows the most colorful places and people to visit. Among

these is Chendi, aka Frank Tannenbaum, a Philadelphia native who came to the area in the 1970s and has been living off of the land in the same picturesque plot ever since (and in spite of several deportation attempts by Canadian authorities).

Sporting a Santa-style beard, often shoeless if the temps are above freezing, and amazingly sane to those of us who could not imagine living in such a primitive fashion, Chendi tends an organic garden, pulls driftwood from the lake for building materials, has a cell phone and internet access, fashions and sells beautiful kitchen implements from exotic woods, and would give the Dos Equis pitchman a run for his money as the most interesting man in the world (albeit for different reasons).

I arrived at Chendi’s compound wondering how anyone could live so simply, and departed feeling slightly envious of his simple subsistence existence.

The Chilko Experience is an adventure adaptable for people of all ages and abilities, with Phil and his staff committed to delivering each guest with a once-in-a-lifetime experience tailored to their interests and expectations. “Mountains, glaciers, rushing rivers, pristine lakes, soaring eagles and wildlife have lifelong substance. Connecting people to nature at the highest possible level is my greatest enjoyment,” said Phil. All-inclusive rates at the Chilko Experience begin at $2,950 per person for 3 nights/4 days.

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VESSEL ADVISEMENT Written by Vicki Jakubovic

That awkward moment when the server brings an extra-tall wine glass for you, a tulip-shaped one for your dining partner, and narrow ones to the next table. It makes you wonder if you’ve been doing it wrong all along.

Why do wine glasses come in so many styles? How do you know which kind to use? Does it really make a difference? “ The world of wine glasses can seem intimidating,” acknowledges Gabe Geller, a top sommelier and Director of Public Relations for Royal Wine. “The varieties are endless. The truth is, it can be as simple or as complex as you want it to be.”

Rosés can be served in white wine glasses because the two are produced similarly. But, says Geller, there are glasses made specifically for rosés. They have shorter bowls that are slightly tapered and sometimes have a flared rim. “The rim affects the way you sip,” he explains. “The flair helps direct the wine directly to the tip of the tongue.”

Tall, narrow glasses, sometimes called flutes, capture the carbon dioxide in sparkling wines, keeping the bubbly bubblier.

The smallest of them all is the dessert/fortified wine glass, designed to send the sweet sip directly to the back of the mouth.

Red, white, rosé, sparkling, or dessert wine?

It’s all about physics, says Geller. “The bowl of the glass is designed with surface area in mind. Red wines generally need to breathe, so a fuller, rounder bowl with a wide opening is preferable. Whites stay cooler in bowls that are straighter on the sides.”

Differences within the differences Serious oenophiles may insist on subtle variations within the basic categories above. A pinot noir, for example, would be served in a balloon-shaped glass, while its more rarified red cousin, the grand cru, is best featured when sipped over a flared rim. A wider mouth

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Riedel’s handmade leadfree crystal Superleggero Series wine glasses ($99/ each; riedel.com)

A sommelier simplifies the wine glass selection process. helps release the bold, acidic qualities of full-bodied whites, whereas a smaller mouth holds the delicate aromas of light whites.

Glass or crystal?

In theory, crystal is preferable to glass. Geller says the biggest advantage to crystal is its mineral content, which makes it durable enough to produce very thin stemware. This allows for a smoother flow into the mouth, not to mention a clearer view of the wine’s color and viscosity.

But does it affect the taste? Some insist it does. According to the website Wine Tasting Reviews (wine-tasting-reviews.com), “The best explanation offered so far is that crystal is rougher than regular glass and this roughness creates turbulence in the wine which, in turn, causes more of the aromatic compounds in the wine to be released.”

But for most people, the main difference between crystal and glass is cost. Geller assures us it’s perfectly acceptable to

serve wine in a regular glass made of glass – preferably one that’s clear, un-etched, and uncut to better see what’s inside. Again, it’s easier to enjoy your wine when you’re not worried about breaking your valuable crystal.

If you had to choose just one type of glass…

Many in the industry share a healthy skepticism when it comes to amassing a collection of “perfect” glasses for every type of wine on the market. Geller agrees. “There’s no reason to think you’ll ever be judged by your stemware,” he says, “and you don’t have to be a professional sommelier to choose the right glass.”

In fact, you can get by with one set (or two if you like to serve bubbly). Geller recommends a thin glass with a large bowl that narrows at the top, ideally holding about 13 oz. of wine. “A good universal wine glass is perfectly suitable for anything, from a summer afternoon rosé to a vintage Bordeaux,” he says.. sl

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Tamara Comolli Curriculum Vitae ring ($29,810; tamaracomolli.com)

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From top to bottom (spread): Harakh Peacock earrings (price upon request; harakh.com). Marc Alary articulated Monkey ring ($12,490; marcalary.com). Michelle Fantaci Sense Fan ring ($2,100; michellefantaci.com). De Beers High Jewelry Aria earrings (price upon request; debeers.com). Wendy Yue Feathers Cuff ($21,700; wendyyue.com). Sylvie Collection earrings (price upon request; sylviecollection.com). Alessa Arrow bracelet ($57,995; alessa.jewelry.com). MiaDonna Pretty Woman engagement ring (from $2,006; miadonna.com). Suzanne Kalan Ball ring ($12,000; suzannekalan.com). Mattioli bracelet (price upon request; en.mattioligioielli.it).

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SPOT ON The 2019 Mercedes-AMG G63 Written by Andre James One doesn’t need a G-Wagen, they want it. Historically, the boxy bastion of off-road coolness was more noteworthy for its distinguished appearance rather than its disposition of driving like a box truck.

Not anymore, explained Tobias Moers, CEO of MercedesAMG GmbH, “The new AMG G63 brings driving performance to the segment of unadulterated off-road vehicles in unexpected form. It was important for us to tie in with the original character on account of the cult status the G63 enjoys with our customers and fans. The vehicle has nevertheless reached a completely new dimension in terms of technology as well as in combination with the off-road characteristics, the agility and the vehicle dynamics achieved."

On the exterior, the reinterpreted design remains true to the boxy silhouette with considerable upgrades such as an AMGspecific radiator grille; an AMG bumper with large side air inlets and trim in matt iridium silver; flared wheel arches; standard running boards; twin tailpipes in high-gloss chrome that emit the typical AMG V8 sound; standard LED high-performance headlamps, indicators and tail lights; exposed spare wheel on the rear door with a stainless steel cover and three-dimensional Mercedes star; and, wheels up to 22-inches in diameter.

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Under the hood, a compact AMG 4.0-liter V8 twinturbo engine replaces the previous 5.5-liter V8 twin-turbo engine in the G63. The handcrafted power plant generates 577-horsepower and is capable of a 0-60mph sprint in 4.4 seconds, which is just shy of a full second faster than the previous model. Speed tops out at 137 mph, or 149 mph with the AMG Driver’s package.

To improve fuel efficiency, the G63 is equipped with the AMG Cylinder Management cylinder deactivation system. In the partialload range, cylinders two, three, five and eight are deactivated, which significantly lowers fuel consumption. The AMG main menu on the instrument cluster informs the driver whether the cylinder deactivation system is in use and whether the engine is presently operating in the partial or full-load range. The transition from four to eight-cylinder operation is fast and imperceptible.

Short shift times are brought about by the AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9G transmission. A multiple downshift function permits spontaneous bursts of speed, while the double-declutching function in "Sport" and "Sport Plus” transmission modes allows for a more connected driving experience.

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For the first time in the history of the Mercedes-AMG G-Class, driving characteristics can be individualized at the touch of a finger with five on-road and three off-road driving modes. Independent of the AMG DYNAMIC SELECT drive programs, the driver has the option of pressing the "M" button to switch directly to manual mode, in which gearshifts are executed exclusively using the shift paddles on the steering wheel. The transmission stays in the selected gear and does not automatically shift up when the engine speed reaches the limit. If required, stages of the adaptive adjustable suspension can also be self-selected.

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suspension system, which features coil springs all-round. For the first time, the front axle has an independent, double wishbone suspension; a rigid axle with a five-link suspension is used at the rear. To reduce body roll, the G63 has additional transverse stabilizers at the front and rear axles. Adaptive adjustable damping is standard and is adjusted individually for each wheel.

Model-specific cues from the exterior are repeated inside: the shape of the round headlamps is reflected in the side air vents, and in the shape of the indicators in the tweeters. The redesigned dashboard has analogue tubes as dial instruments as standard. A fully digital Widescreen Cockpit with virtual instruments directly in the driver's field of vision and a central display above the center console can be added as upgrades. Two 12.3-inch displays visually blend into a single unit beneath a shared glass cover, with the driver able to choose from three different views—"Classic," "Sporty" and "Progressive"—and access the required information individually.

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Crowell + Co Creates a Southern California Abode in the Heart of East Nashville Written by Genevieve Moore / Photographed by Reagan Taylor

Nashville-based interior designer Hannah Crowell possesses a rare talent—an expert at infusing a home with an effortless sense of style, she also understands how to reveal its soul. Her residential spaces are modern yet eclectic, polished yet imperfect, intentional yet unpredictable--most importantly, they convey distinct personalities that beautifully reflect the people who occupy them.

Since the launch of her design studio, Crowell + Co., in 2012, Hannah has emerged as the designer of choice for southerners looking for a relaxed, organic aesthetic that’s inspired by their travels and lifestyles, and filled with unexpected contrasts. Think contemporary photography alongside vintage oil paintings; mid-century furniture upholstered in Mexican textiles; and reams of playful wallpaper and graphic tiles.

So it comes as no surprise that when a young couple wanted to transform a brand new, and somewhat generic home in East Nashville to fit in with its hip, historic neighborhood, they turned to Hannah and her team.

Given that her clients came to the project with different priorities— he cared about structure, she cared about aesthetic--Hannah started with a complete facelift of the shell of the home, as well as a re-design of the kitchen, living room, and baths. “I needed to address his concern before I could address hers,” she says. “We started by cutting back a wall and re-designing the pantry.

This really helped to open up the kitchen and living room area. We also gutted the bathrooms and kitchen, and added a wall of doors and windows.”

Once the house felt more functional, it was time to address all the details that help shape a home’s aesthetic. Intent on subtly elevating the home’s luxury quota, Hannah replaced hollow doors with heftier solid ones, refinished the floors, added new trim, and installed tile around the fireplace. The kitchen and bathrooms were transformed with marble countertops, custom cabinetry, and high-end fixtures.

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Next order of business: décor. The home is filled with Hannah’s trademark design contrasts, and lots of details that reveal her design philosophy of fill your home with the things you love. Downstairs, in the open floor plan, Hannah used a dark moody blue paint in the dining room, made all the more dramatic against stark white trim and dreamy photos of Southern California. The blue hue on the walls is perfectly referenced in the sumptuous velvet sofa from Lee Industries in the adjacent living room.

However, it was the bedroom where Hannah had the most fun, but conversely, it was the biggest challenge. To shift the focus away from the room’s pre-existing odd scale, Hannah turned to what is undoubtedly one of her favorite design elements: wallpaper. Here she used an intricate pattern from the Brooklyn-based wallpaper studio, Eskayel, which her clients immediately loved.

As Hannah recalls it, they wanted a home that wasn’t just beautifully designed, but also visually interesting. “Perfect design is boring, and this couple was anything but,” she says. “They were excited about creating unexpected design moments, but needed some guidance on when to be daring and go for it, and when to show some restraint. Part of my job was nudging them out of their comfort zones, which always makes for a fun and creative working relationship.” sl

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Eyelid Rejuvenation Written by Dr. Brian Biesman Do you feel that your eyes make you look older, more tired, or even sadder than you actually feel? If so, you are not alone. Eyelid rejuvenation is the most common surgical rejuvenation procedure performed on the face. However, eyelid rejuvenation is rarely accomplished only with surgery. Today we have a myriad of options to restore a fresh, youthful, and natural look to the eyes including lasers and other technology-based devices, a variety of injectable products such as Botox and soft tissue fillers, as well as minimally invasive surgical procedures. With all of these options, how can you know which treatment is best for you? Read on! Let’s look at some of the most common concerns I hear every day in the office, and some of the recommended solutions.

“My upper eyelids are heavy” Excess upper eyelid skin, heavy eyebrows, or both, may cause heavy upper eyelids. It is important to remember that the appearance of the upper eyelids is strongly affected by eyebrow position. Low eyebrow position leads to downward movement of skin into the eyelids, making the eyelids appear heavy. Removal of eyelid skin in these situations can lead to tethering of the eyebrow to the eyelid, a cosmetically unacceptable problem and one which is difficult to fix. In more advanced cases of excess eyelid skin, eyebrow heaviness, or both, surgical correction of the eyelids and/or eyebrows may be required.

If the brow position is satisfactory, and only a mild amount of excess eyelid skin is present, noninvasive skin tightening using the Thermage® device may be considered. Thermage is the only device with a specific indication for eyelid treatment and I did all the development work for this completely safe and noninvasive instrument. If modest improvement in eyebrow position or contour will produce the desired improvement, options to consider may include noninvasive skin tightening to the forehead with Ultherapy® (the only device specifically indicated to produce noninvasive elevation of the eyebrows), injection of muscle relaxing drugs such as Botox®, Dysport®, or Xeomin® to relax the muscles that pull the brows down, and/or the use of soft tissue fillers to restore both a youthful fullness to and mechanical elevation of the eyebrow. When treating heavy upper eyelids, a combination of procedures is often ideal in producing best results.

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“My lower eyelids are puffy” Prominent fat pads that appear as a result of heredity, aging, or both, generally cause lower eyelid puffiness.

If the puffiness is mild, it may be camouflaged with injection of soft tissue fillers that fill in hollows and smooth the transition between the eyelid and cheek. Puffiness of the lower eyelids often occurs in conjunction with (and is accentuated by) soft tissue volume loss and/ or descent in the cheeks. Thus injectable fillers of both the cheeks and the area under the eyes may be required to achieve best outcomes.

When lower eyelid puffiness is too extensive to hide with fillers, surgery can help smooth the transition between the lower eyelid and cheek. Often a combination of injectable fillers and surgery provides best outcomes.

“My eyelid skin is wrinkled” Wrinkled eyelid skin, especially on the lower eyelids, is an extremely common concern. Good quality eye creams which both moisturize and promote collagen growth are always helpful. We love Eye Doctor by Cosmedix® Elite, Tensage® Stem Cell Eye Cream by Biopelle, and Eye Complex by Root of SkinTM MD to help maintain a youthful appearance to eyelid skin. If more dramatic improvement is indicated, one or more laser resurfacing procedures may be indicated to smooth fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes.

“I don’t like my crow’s feet lines, but want to look natural when I smile” The cornerstone of treatment of lines around the eyes (“crow’s feet”) includes injectable agents such as Botox, Dysport, or Xeomin. These muscle-relaxing drugs can be carefully used to produce a softened, natural appearance. A great deal of experience is required to achieve best results when treating this area so as to avoid an artificial appearance. Often the skin in the crow’s feet area is “crepey” and discolored. In these situations laser resurfacing may be indicated in conjunction with injectables to produce best results.

“I have dark circles under my eyes” Dark circles under the eyes may be caused by a variety of underlying conditions. Treatment options may include injectables, laser treatment, surgery, and /or the use of topical products.

There are a large number of ways in which to restore and maintain a youthful look to your eyes. In the hands of an expert, beautiful, natural results may be achieved safely. Remember, aging is not a choice; looking your best as you age is. sl

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Shearling, velvet, cashmere and more to keep you cozy and warm this season, plus the coolest art and interior design trends.

By Alexandra Rhett and Elise Hofer Shaw

Save Water. Professional hand stretched canvas on a 1.5 inch-thick FSC certified wood frame. Dimensions 45x30. $649. Available at www.olivergal.com

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Pasquale Bruni 18K Rose Gold Chalcedony Bon Ton Flower Necklace, $7,600. Available at King Jewelers, kings1912.com

Cashmere beanie with faux fur pom, $55, by Halogen x Atlantic-Pacific at Nordstrom stores.

Pseudo Romantic cotton crop hoodie, $160, by Ksubi at select Barneys New York stores and barneys.com.

GG Marmont mini matelassĂŠ bag, $1,980, at Gucci.

Purple Kush scented candle, $29, by Boy Smells at Nordstrom stores.

Button medium canister, $84, by Gary Bodker Designs at select Barneys New York stores and barneys.com.

King Jewelers Square Amethyst and Diamond Halo Earrings, $4,650. Available at King Jewelers, kings1912.com.

Sunglasses, $295, by Smoke x Mirrors at select Barneys New York stores and barneys.com.

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Axtara earrings in Argentium silver, $1,095,

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Far left: Zip-front large G logo lamb shearling jacket, $4,200, by Givenchy at Neiman Marcus Michigan Avenue, 312.642.5900.

Shearling logo tote bag, $2,650, by Balenciaga at Neiman Marcus Michigan Avenue, 312.642.5900.

Sutton cashmere and shearling earmuffs, $195, by Rag & Bone at select Barneys New York stores and barneys.com.

Shearling and leather belt bag, $1,250,

by Saint Laurent at select Barneys New York stores and barneys.com.

Albany jacket with bell sleeves and shearling collar, $1,195, by RtA at VMR, 312.330.3778.

Shearling-lined suede platform ankle boots, $1,785, by AlaĂŻa at select Barneys New York stores and barneys.com.

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Elianna open-back velvet blouse, $525,

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Velvet logo cap, $290,

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Black Velvet Bell Bottoms by Minxx Leggings, $276. Available at www.minxx.us

No Limit Rockstud small velvet shoulder bag, $2,445, by Valentino Garavani at select Barneys New York stores and barneys.com.

Velvet Haze eau de parfum, $165 for 1.7 oz. or $250 for 3.4 oz., by Byredo at Neiman Marcus Michigan Avenue, 312.642.5900.

Legacy armchair upholstered in black velvet with brass base, $2,750, at Jayson Home, 773.248.8180.

Triangle velvet pillow (20” x 20”), $378, by Kevin O’Brien at Bedside Manor, 773.404.2020.

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Sparkle and Pop All Access minaudière box clutch, $1,950,

by Balmain; and sequined knee boot, $1,995,

by Alberta Ferretti, both at VMR, 312.330.3778.

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Moncler Genius Guanti fur gloves, $895, by Moncler at Neiman Marcus Michigan Avenue, 312.642.5900.

Fox fur earmuffs, $350, by Barneys New York at select Barneys New York stores and barneys.com.

Squad 185mm ChromaPop snow goggles, $130, by Smith at Nordstrom stores.

Cotton parka trimmed and lined with fur, $7,995, by Mr. & Mrs. Italy at select Barneys New York stores and barneys.com.

Moose Canuk beanie hat with fur pom-pom, $118, by Moose Knuckles at Neiman Marcus Michigan Avenue, 312.642.5900.

Chevron faux fur tall boots, $398, by Tory Sport at Neiman Marcus Michigan Avenue, 312.642.5900.

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SUNDA NEW NASHVILLE’S BEST ASIAN OUTDOOR DINING

Written by Genevieve Moore / Photographed by Michael Scott Evans Written by Alexandra Rhett

In the heartbeat of The Gulch, nestled on the bend of 11th Ave S and 12th Ave S, Sunda New Asian has officially been christened and enjoyed by Nashvillians since fall of 2018. Owner Billy Dec is an award-winning restaurateur who has been traveling to Southeast Asia regularly since he was two years old, visiting his family in his mom’s native Philippine Islands. He began exploring and absorbing as much of the 7,000+ islands as possible, and all the surrounding countries and cultures that make up this beautiful part of the world, all of which is celebrated at Sunda New Asian. Sunda’s mission is taking beautifully classic and culturallyimportant dishes and cocktails from all over Southeast Asia and modernizing each one by upgrading ingredients, cooking techniques and presentation to create a tasting experience that is completely new while still retaining the deeprooted spirit of the original.

And with a booming Chicago location, it seemed only nature to strive to expand into another state. Nashville was brought into consideration when Billy was giving a keynote speech at the National Restaurant Show in Chicago eight years ago when he met then Chief Operating Officer of the National Restaurant Association David Gilbert, who along with fellow Nashville residents restaurateur Michael Bodnar of Fresh Hospitality, and Pitmaster Pat Martin of Martin’s BBQ, invited him to Nashville to explore their culinary and culture, which Billy soon respected deeply. Their friendship grew fast, as did his love for the city. They then all started working together to find the perfect Nashville location.

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And with the perfect location in The Gulch solidified, Sunda then needed to create their dream team. Sunda wouldn’t have the success they do today without Billy’s right-hand partners, Brett Shane and Chef Mike Morales. Chef Morales has been a critical part of Sunda since its birth in 2009. After working in various capacities and proving to be an invaluable asset to the team at Sunda New Asian, Morales was named Executive Sous Chef at the venue’s Chicago location.

As Executive Sous Chef, Morales supervised a kitchen staff of more than forty and lead the team in upholding impeccable standards in creating unique modern pan-Asian dishes that catered to the venue’s very distinct clientele. Chef Morales has now been promoted to Executive Chef of Sunda’s Nashville location where he will continue to deliver the highest quality food and service to our new friends in Music City. Morales is a Board Member of Culinary Care, an organization that provides complimentary meal support to in-need cancer patients, and enjoys volunteering his cooking skills at local charity events around the city. Under his leadership, Sunda New Asian has received countless awards and accolades including a Michelin Guide recommendation in 2011, 2012 and 2013, “Best Restaurant” from River North Business Association in 2012, “The Hottest Restaurants in Nashville” via Eater, and “Nashville’s Best New Restaurants of 2018” via Thrillist.

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With Morales strong leadership and talent, Sunda is able to offer a widerange of sushi, sashimi and nigari as well as a curated, yet extensive offering of unique dishes like Adobo Braised Pork Belly, Sunda Crab Legs, Pad Thai, Oxtail Pot Stickers and Lemongrass Beef Lollipops. Sunda’s food and cocktail menus showcase modern interpretations of classics from all over Southeast Asia and its surrounding islands by drawing inspiration from countries such as Japan, China, Thailand, Vietnam, the Philippines and more. Guests can choose their interpretation of the Southeast Asia menu with as much diversity as they wish, as they all works together. And with a menu evolving seasonally, as a collaborative effort, the team is consistently keeping a voice in presenting new ideas.

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Offering an elite dining experience, the dĂŠcor and abeyance undoubtedly match the fare coming out of their state-of-the-art kitchen daily. Hosting chic and swanky interiors accompanied with intentional juxtaposition of wood and tile, the feel of the space highlights sophisticated and sexy. Original art is amongst the dĂŠcor as each piece was hand-selected from Chiang Mai, Thailand.

Now a unique addition to the Nashville restaurant scene, Sunda undoubtedly creates a culturally-rich experience and allows guests to be immersed in Southeast Asian culture. That combined with high-level talent, the best possible ingredients, fresh product, experience of serving at the highest levels at some of the highest volumes in Chicago, with new energy and excitement to evolve and entertain, Sunda is ready to serve an elevated hospitality experiences in their new hometown. sl Book your reservation today by calling 615.610.7566

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Once in a Blue Moon A knee slapping, boot stomping kind of amusing fun evening, the 18th annual Once in a Blue Moon, held at Glen Leven Farm. Those boots weren’t made for walking but dancing, from the moment of entry into the gigantic dinner tent guest danced to the oh-so cool tunes of the band, Boy Named Banjo. Just a down right great American farm evening under the stars, with songs and s’mores by the oversized bonfire after dinner. Thanks to the Chair-Moons Susan Burns and Jackie Daniel this event was another sell-out hosting over 730 Moonbeams.

The event benefits The Land Trust of Tennessee and the 123,000 plus acres of land protected across the state of Tennessee.

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Sophisticated Living Magazine hosted the first annual “She Rocks + He Rolls,” an evening of luxury at Carlock Motorcars in December. It was a fabulous evening of sophisticated shopping, music and signature cocktails all while benefitting Equal Chance for Education. ECE provides an equal opportunity to achieve the American Dream through the completion of a college education.

Over 250 guests perused high-end vendors including Rare Gems of India, Lindell Jewelers, Gir Collection, Mink Links, Sebastian Smith Photography, The Fashion Office and Marilyn Jackson. Delicious passed appetizers were generously provided by Sunda New Asian; while Tramaine Arte’Mis rocked the night away singing tunes from the 70s to now. The newest Rolls-Royce SUV was also on display and certainly added to the feeling of luxe that night. The evening was made possible thanks to the generosity of our wonderful sponsors Renasant Bank, Travelink- American Express Travel, Bon Vivant, Sunda New Asian, Empire Distributors and Liberty Party Rentals.

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Sunday in the Park It was the place “to be and be seen,” Sunday in the Park, a Nashville beloved and eagerly anticipated fall tradition. Sunday in the Park was held on a warm fall Sunday in Edwin Warner Park.

The fundraising efforts benefit Percy and Edwin Warner Parks.

A record attendance, of over 750 guests, enjoyed a New Orleans inspired “jazz brunch” under tent. A roaming jazz band greeted the guest for cocktails prior to the fabulous “picnic” by Kristen Winston Catering. Yes, a fine picnic consisting of pan-roasted farm chicken with creamy white cheddar grits, etc. Luncheon Co-Chairs Paige Bainbridge and Ashley Smith along with Honorary Chair Clare Armistead welcomed this sell out crowd to the 29th annual Sunday in the Park.

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Think Pink Blair Steakley Lund and Whitney Williams co-hosted THINK PINK, held at Richland Country Club. This social gathering was full of love and support, benefiting the Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute of HCA Healthcare. The Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute offers integrated cancer services with convent access to cuttingedge therapies for those facing cancer in communities across the U.S. and The United Kingdom. A lovely evening with the Steakley, Lund and Williams family and so many friends supporting the Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute.

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Nashville’s Oldest Charity Ball The 72nd Annual Presentation Ball, the Bal d’ Hiver took place in late November held at the Loews Vanderbilt Hotel. Hosted by the Kappa Alpha Theta Alumnae Chapter of Nashville. This Debutante Ball benefits the Kappa Alpha Theta Foundation, Court Appointed Special Advocates and Family & Children’s Services. This esteemed Nashville tradition celebrates accomplished and community-minded young women, who by their participation, help raise funds for and the awareness of these charities. The presentation of the young women, their escorts and most important, their fathers was followed by a lovely seated ballroom dinner and dancing. 2018 Ball d’ Hiver Co-Chairs Betsy Hunt and Devereux Pollock along with Honorary Chair, Polly Cummins shared the joy of honoring these remarkable young women as members of the 2018 Ball d’ Hiver Court.

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1) Austin Rolfe, John Hazen, Louis Brown, Henry Rogers, Harrison Hays, Kaden Freeman 2) Gordon Pollock, Gala Honorary Chair Polly Cummins, Fenner Pollock 3) Max, Emily and Suann Davis 4) Nick Harvey and Stella Coble, Les and Elizabeth Coble 5) Langley, Abby and Lois Granbery 6) Gala Co-Chairs Devereux Pollock and Betsy Smith 7) Nancy, Elizabeth and Nate Parrish 8) Miss Louisa Courts Cummins, Miss Alice Staley Perkins 9) L.T.C. Hugh and Peggy Gregg, Keith, Allie Rose, Nancy Gregg, Alexis Dutcher and Nicholas Eschbach 10) Calvin and Mary Lewis

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The young social set know how to kick off the holidays in brilliant style! Martinis & Mistletoe was held in Massey Hall of Cheekwood where guests enjoyed a music filled night of dancing to the 24/7 Band. Nashville’s most popular eateries served special holiday delights. This was a great event as there was young energy, high spirits, all with positive outlooks on life. This event benefited the Horticultural Society of Middle Tennessee. Martinis & Mistletoe, a gathering of Nashville’s finest young socials, the future of Nashville’s social society is in great hands. Thank you Natalie Miller and Murray Benson, Martinis & Mistletoe, best ever!

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An evening of understated elegance, The 2018 Symphony Ball, Nashville’s Winter White Tie Gala. Symphony Ball Co-Chairs Laurie Seabury and Katie Crumbo orchestrated a magnificent evening of fine dinning, entertainment, with magical decor by event designer Bruce Pittman. Florals of Christmas greenery combined with snow-white orchids in crystal trumpet vases adorned the sequin covered dinning tables, by Jim Knestrick.

Each year, the prestigious Harmony Award is presented to an individual who exemplifies the unique harmony between the many worlds of music that exist in Nashville. Singer, songwriter, musician Toby Keith was this year’s recipient of The Harmony Award. Dancing into the late hours of this epic evening to the Atlanta Allstars, the Nashville Symphony is able to share the pure joy of music year round with thousands of Middle Tennesseans.

An evening of understated elegance at its finest.

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Ballet Ball Patron Celebration A social double hitter, the 20th Anniversary Gala Performance in honor of Paul Vasterling’s career as Artistic Director of the Nashville Ballet held at TPAC. Following this spectacular ballet performance, patrons departed TPAC heading to the War Memorial Auditorium for a lovely seated dinner and continued celebration. Twenty glorious ballet years under the direction of Vasterling and the 30th Anniversary of the Ballet Ball. The program during dinner consisted of welcoming remarks by 2019 Ballet Ball Co-Chairs Amy Atkinson and Amos Gott, a video retrospective of the early years of the Ballet Ball, originally known as The Masked Ball, founded by Clare Armistead and Elizabeth Nichols. A toast to Paul Vasterling and our Nashville Ballet. This grand Ballet Ball will be held March 2nd, 2019 held at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center.

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1) Lee and Emily Noel, Martha Ingram, Vickie and Rick Horne 2) Anderson and Caylan Jarman, Paul Vasterling, Nancy and John Cheadle 3) 20th Anniversary Chairmen Laurie Eskind, Sandra Lipman, Heather Thorne 4) Amy and Owen Joyner 5) Richard and Adriene McRay 6) Walter and Sarah Knestrick 7) Elizabeth Nichols, Clare Armistead, Lance Gruner, Vincent Dreffs, Shawn Wilson 8) Don and Anita Baltimore 9) Michael and Cindi Gold 10) Ballet Ball Co-Chairs Amos Gott and Amy Atkinson, Honorary Chair Dallas Wilt

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A Scary Night in Williamson County Halloween as never seen in Brentwood, Williamson County. “A night full of frights and a bag full of delights� was the evening theme of this occasion in the heart of Brentwood. Hosted by The Tomich Ladies, Gigi Plaxico Tomich, Ritchey Tomich Graham and Courtney Tomich Lastra. Outstanding and outrageous costume attire by all, and the creepy decor, just amazing. The finale of the evening was Gigi instructing and giving flying lessons over her pool, BYOB, of course, bring your own broom.

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MASTER IN FINE ART Written by Gloria Houghland

In a small, unassuming shop on Highway 100 lies a jewel steadily crafted by an soft-spoken, thoughtful sixty-two year old man who has been crowned a World Champion in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu seven times consecutively. His name is Stan Mabry and his gallery, Stanford Fine Art, is known for its prestigious, historical collection of carefully curated works of art ranging from the Impressionists to modern day contemporary artists. A native North Carolinian, Mabry has attained an international reputation for his worldrenowned keen eye and well-researched knowledge of collectible art. He modestly refers to the connection between his mastery of two seemingly unrelated passions as having “nothing to do with me, but more of a provenance that preceded me.” Upon talking to Mabry for a few minutes, it is soon easy to see that this particular man has an unrivaled tenacity when it comes to his two loves.

His complete immersion into the world of art is obvious from the moment you enter his gallery. A visit is not to go back in time, but rather to restore the past to life in the present. As he explains it, “each painting has withstood the test of time. Each piece has its own distinctive story, like a letter waiting to be 112 slmag.net

read by the viewer.” A number of Stanford Fine Art paintings have been exhibited at prestigious museums including the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, the National Gallery in London, and the Musée d’Orsay in Paris.

Mabry’s background is equally well decorated. He worked for Sotheby’s in New York, the prestigious auction house, and as a private art consultant before relocating to Nashville to start his gallery 31 years ago. With his keen interest in researching the history of individual works of art he has met and befriended notable artists such as Andy Warhol, Willem de Kooning, and Joan Mitchell. He knows the great-grandson of Paul DurandRuel, the Parisian art dealer whom Monet described in 1924 as the person that kept all of the Impressionists from starving.

Access to Durand-Ruel’s archives has helped Mabry identify and trace the history of significant works of art. He has met with Diana Widmaier Picasso, Picasso’s granddaughter in France, and he has befriended Laurence des Cars, the director of the Musée d’Orsay. Because of his personal collection of artist-studio photographs, he was recently able to identify and purchase a

120 year old, notable work by a pioneering woman artist from Tennessee, Willie Betty Newman. In fact, Mabry has collected art by women artists before the cultural tides lifted them to prominence. Such friendships, alongside Mabry’s consistent hard work, have enabled him to unearth the story behind most of the paintings in his gallery. This creates his unique expertise and his gallery’s unrivaled value.

It is that search for excellence that drives Mabry. “We pride ourselves on the quality of artwork we have and all is anchored in a tradition of historical context,” he said. “For a client to be able to tell the history of a painting is very meaningful to us,” described Mabry.

To Mabry, it is worth the work. “Success doesn’t come easily,” he explains. “It requires a deep commitment. It takes time on the mats,” he continues, slipping into a Jiu Jitsu phrase. In the sixteen years he has studied Jiu Jitsu, daily training has developed his techniques in “the gentle art” to allow him to compete on the world stage as a black belt. This long path is typical of the sport, in which physical performance is expected in addition to

knowledge. Mabry believes this reflects reality – time and effort build substance and quality, and he demands this of his business.

Mabry contributes this philosophy to the success principles and resiliency he learned from the Southwestern Company, where he sold books door to door during his college summers, together with the mentoring of the late Spencer Hays. Mr. and Mrs. Hays assembled a world-class collection of French art that has been gifted to the Musée d’Orsay in Paris and which Mabry considers himself fortunate to have played a minor role in its formation. “In a way, this is my provenance, and I’m very proud of it. Spencer was a great role model in business and in life,” Mabry says.

He welcomes the opportunity to help his clients develop their own experience through art. “We have paintings geared toward every taste in a wide range of price points, for seasoned to young collectors. I encourage our clients to take a painting to their home and live with it a while. It is truly one of the joys of life to live surrounded by beautiful art. By adding an aesthetic dimension to one’s daily existence, it elevates and enriches the quality of one’s life.” sl slmag.net 113

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An Evening at Versailles It was as if attending an evening experiencing the lavish lifestyle of France’s famed Sun King, Louis at Versailles, a “Society Meal” as known by Louis XlV and XVl. This grand “Society Meal” was in honor of the patrons of the 2018 Symphony Ball.

Hosted by Newman and Johnathon Arndt at their magnificent Brentwood Palace, their Royal Court consisted of Nashville’s finest.

Celebrating Nashville’s Annual White Tie Winter Gala were the Princess’ of the evening, Symphony Ball Co-Chairs Katie Crumbo and Laurie Seabury. Rich in gold, crystal and damask, this “Social Meal” was more than fitting for the Louis’ and their courts, celebrating our Nashville Symphony.

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Belmont Mansion Christmas Patron Party

Guests were wined and dined at the annual patron party held prior to the Belmont Mansion Christmas Celebration. Honoring the patrons, host couple Dana Blickwedel and Jim Hoobler opened their East Nashville fabulous bungalow, of course, with their four-legged fur baby, Sebastian, serving as main host. The theme of this year’s celebration was “A Scottish Christmas,” so fitting that the Honorary Chairs were The Earl and Countess of Eglinton and Winton. Christmas at Belmont Mansion is one of Nashville’s premiere holiday events. Adelicia Acklen would have approved, for the wonderful Victorian Christmas Decor was as if she had total control decorating her most exquisite antebellum home.

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Literary Award Gala

The Nashville Public Library Literary Award Gala was held mid-November at the Downtown Public Library.

Cocktails served in the Library Lobby, surrounded by incredible displays of wall art. Big Events, Inc took charge in commanding the perfect design to honor the Pulitzer Prize-winning author and editor of The New Yorker, David Remnick. Lovely Co-Chairs Grace Awh and Holly Coltea developed the creative idea of silk screening the fronts of The New Yorker Magazine as wall art. Grace’s husband, Carl, started subscribing to the New Yorker in 1981 and has saved all copies since. The Library’s marble staircase led guests to the Reading Room for a formal seated dinner and the presentation of the 2018 Literary Award to David Remnick.

Proceeds from this awesome evening benefit one of Nashville’s greatest resources, The Nashville Public Library.

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Whether you stay in the workforce or take a hiatus to care for family members, retirement funding should not be ignored.

Taking a hiatus from the workforce — to raise children, to care for an elderly parent, or for any other personal reason — doesn’t mean you have to take a break from retirement planning. Even though retirement funds aren’t automatically deducted from a regular paycheck, you don’t have to experience a gap in retirement funding. Continue to contribute even during your hiatus.

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Taking a hiatus from the workforce — to raise children, to care for an elderly parent, or for any other personal reason — doesn’t mean you have to take a break from retirement planning.

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Opting to raise a family does not preclude you from saving for retirement. If you are outside of the full-time workforce for 10 years, which can be a big gap in funding your golden years, it’s important to keep squirreling money away so that it can grow over time. Even if you stop working for a brief period, it can be challenging to make up for the lost retirement dollars.

Whether you stay in the workforce for the long haul or take a short- or long-term hiatus from a full-time career, keep these points in mind: Pay yourself first. From the time you start working, set aside up to 10 percent of your salary for retirement savings. Remember to pay yourself first before paying anyone else. A financial advisor can help ensure a diverse mixture of stocks and bonds that will match your comfort level with your life goals.

Carefully consider a professional hiatus. Think about if and when you plan to take a hiatus from full-time employment. The older you are, the longer it may take for your investments to show greater gains through reinvesting and existing capital.

Continue to contribute. If you opt to leave the full-time workforce, continue contributing to retirement plans, including individual retirement accounts. In 2016, you can contribute $5,500 to your IRAs; $6,500 if you’re aged 50 or over.

Stay up-to-date. If you take a hiatus, at some point you will need to prepare for rejoining the workforce. Make networking a priority, so that when you look for a job you have people to seek out for assistance. Will you return to your original career or head in a new direction? Whatever the case, stay technology savvy, and focus on jobs you want to pursue as you restart your career.

Stay focused. Stay the course when investing.

Work hard to keep emotions out of your portfolio decisions. Working with a financial advisor can help allay fears in down markets and ensure that your portfolio is properly diversified and balanced.

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Meet with your financial advisor on a quarterly, semiannual, or annual basis to help you determine what kind of gap you may be experiencing in saving for retirement and what steps you can take to narrow it.

Prioritizing your own needs in retirement over the needs of others isn’t always easy. But it’s necessary. Women are busy, both at work and at home. They are juggling a lot of responsibilities, but think about your retirement savings because you may be more concerned about others than yourself.

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The best early morning frat party ever, hosted by the Fraternity President Gordon Inman and his lovely wife, Shaun. Many a frat party may become a bit rowdy, of course, this gathering was no exception sharing the unique private bond of brotherhood and friendship. This over the top frat party is an annual event held at the finest Fraternity House in the country, Gordon Inman’s Gentleman’s Christmas Breakfast. 300 of Gordon’s closest brothers, including a new pledge class with Governor-Elect Bill Lee serving as Pledge President, enjoyed a Southern manly breakfast, under the warm tent. We, the Fraternity Brothers, thank our most glamorous Fraternity House Mother, Shaun Inman for once again allowing the Brotherhood Christmas gathering.

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