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From the Editor-in-Chief

When the grass seems greener elsewhere, I try to take a walk in it when I can. When my husband and I first met, he told me he would leave St. Louis after he completed his medical training. It’s been more than 18 years since he emigrated from South Africa, and a decade since his anticipated “move date.” So on a recent visit with his family in California, I entertained him with the suggestion of pulling into an open house in a brand new development in Carlsbad, just north of San Diego. Three of the five bedrooms had ocean views, the finishes were top of the line, there was a separate “casita” for the in-laws; it was palatial by local definition and surprisingly attainable for us. We were shocked, searching for what could be wrong with a potential dream home. We gave a FaceTime tour to extended family and our daughters started to choose rooms (of course asking if they could still commute to their school in St. Louis). As we walked to the front, I asked when the grass would be planted. After a lengthy explanation of rules and regulations and spin off prevention into the ocean, the simple answer was “no.” It was like a wink from the universe to say, “No, the grass is not greener here.” We left the 75 degree perfect sunny days only to come home to snowy conditions that made for such a treacherous landing approach that we experienced a “near miss” with another plane about to take off from the runway. Our plane went back up quickly and I just prayed. I could have kissed the frozen cold St. Louis ground as we stepped outside the airport to our car. I actually couldn’t wait to see our own grassy lawn at home, covered in snow; it’s so beautiful when the bright white of fresh powder lights up the night sky. I had never been so happy to jump right back into our St. Louis life, sit in that carpool line that feels like home, and dive into the stories inside this issue. Writer Johnny Fugitt puts it best in his spotlight on the new art hotel in Grand Center (pg. 24): “St. Louis is a city fiercely proud of its neighborhoods, sports teams and homegrown talent, but is also a city that builds international brands and thinks globally. This balance can be seen with Angad. While it seeks to develop and display local artists, it also aspires to cultivate a national presence.” So is true for much of what transpires in St. Louis. Take Kennedy Holmes for example. With support from her hometown friends and fans, she landed a fast audition pass on NBC’s “The Voice,” quickly becoming a national superstar (pg. 86). I got to see her perform her final performances live in Los Angeles while millions watched across the country. The Blues decided to do something different and the team is now raising an Instagram famous pet named Barclay (pg. 66). The house Joan Lerch writes about on page 14 was World’s Fair famous, with a connection to an English baronet. She also wrote an historic piece on a famed Washington University professor’s artwork that has been in the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Museum of Modern Art, in addition to many local and national galleries and other museums. St. Louis has grown from being “on the map” to kind of a big deal. While it’s nice to take a walk through other grassy areas of the world, I’ll gladly keep returning to our local patch where endless crops of progress continue to cultivate our region. Please also enjoy our annual charity register launching with this issue, Sophisticated Giving. We are grateful for the support received from all of our sponsors and the organizations that asked to be a part of our publication.

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Diane Anderson “Getting to the heart of the purpose of charities and the people who support those causes and capturing what they are all about through my camera lens is what I do. I am snapping photographs about their world and strive to convey their gift of giving back to the community, raising money for a cause that speaks to them, to make St. Louis a better place!”

Stephanie Cotta Photographer Stephanie Cotta was excited to capture the Arch Apparel’s Aaron Park and his adorable son, Bodhi. “St. Louis and our local businesses have so many great backdrops to choose from. We chose Splash as I absolutely love their lighting and they have a hard time keeping Arch Apparel’s fan favorites in stock as everyone loves them!” Photographing Aaron and Bodhi was a delight. “Bodhi smiled throughout the whole shoot and particularly loved when his dad turned on some Travis Scott jams!”

Johnny Fugitt “The Angad Arts Hotel project sanguinely manifests St. Louis’ modern spirit. It reminds us that being bold doesn’t mean we have to separate from our roots. It rejuvenates the long-vacant Missouri Theater Building while creating something entirely new and experiential. It’s local - featuring local artists and nourishing the growth of the Arts District. But it’s also global with a famous New Yorker’s name on the restaurant.”

Joan Lerch “All I needed to hear was ‘Portland Place’ and I was in! The old private places of St. Louis are fascinating and fabulous, and it’s always a privilege to visit. Thomas Wall described the rehab of this gorgeous home as ‘forensic architecture’ and I have to agree. The bones, the character, the history— it was phenomenal!”

Alise O’Brien How does one capture the gut rehab of an historic third floor ballroom in the Central West End? Sometimes it seems there are shots only Alise O’Brien can capture, and our house feature on page 14 is proof. Her work takes you inside the home as the images alone tell a story of glory and revitalization.

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AN OLD TREASURE, FRESHLY FABULOUS Written By Joan Lerch / Photography By Alise O’Brien

After 126 years of formal splendor, it took only one year to recreate this Italian Renaissance beauty as a superb family home for 2019 and beyond. And though it may look imposing, an exquisitely detailed renovation has created interiors as warm and welcoming as the lady of the house. Recalling the first time she walked into the impressive entrance hall, she says the three spectacular windows of curved stained-glass on the staircase landing “closed the deal” for the future homeowner and her husband. “That was it!” she recalls with a smile. “We walked in the door and we just knew.” The childhood home of Lady Edwine Peek, a St. Louis debutante who married an English baronet, the house had classic bones and tremendous potential, but it would take a visionary team from St. Louis architecture and design firm Mitchell Wall to transform the 19th century grande dame into a 21st-century haven for an active family who loves to entertain. Architect Thomas Wall and interior designer Rachael Dolan recreated the house from the inside out and the ground up. Wall says the comprehensive scope of the project was unique in the neighborhood of palatial homes. “We’ve worked on a number of these homes,” he says. “And most of the time people do a new kitchen, or perhaps a

new master suite. This was an amazing opportunity because we scraped everything.” He explains that the only part of the house that remained untouched was the magnificent main staircase and large upper floor landing, designed for the original owner to make political speeches during his anticipated campaign for governor. Built to offer guests a gracious welcome, the first-floor is warmed by an inglenook (or “snug room”) with cozy built-in benches on either side of an elaborately carved fireplace. Here, visitors could sit in comfort while they waited to see the gentleman homeowner, whose office was a few steps away behind pocket doors. Today, that office is “her” study, where the new homeowner has a view of two fireplaces from her leather-topped desk. Upstairs, her husband’s corner study features the same southern exposure, as well as access to a sunny balcony. With entertaining at the top of their wish list, the couple knew this house had the layout and flow they wanted for grand-scale parties, but Wall understood that the house was also a family home, with different parameters. “That was the design intent, to give them a ‘home within a home,’ — a kitchen, hearth room, and master suite with an interconnectivity between them as their primary living area. The goal was to keep that ‘capsule of intimacy’ in one area while developing other spaces for entertaining.” slmag.net

An iron rack of copper cookware is an artistic focal point in the elegant and sophisticated new kitchen.

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One of the most extensively reworked spaces is the fabulous new kitchen and adjoining hearth room, fashioned from what was once a hallway and three small rooms. At one end, cherished crystal and china are showcased in custom cabinetry, and gleaming copper cookware becomes art, displayed on the wall built to conceal an old chimney. At the opposite end, a widescreen TV above the curved fireplace is perfect for enjoying movie night from tufted leather sofas, and a dramatic beamed ceiling visually unites the two spaces. With parties a priority, a separate, out-of-sight catering kitchen was designed to be closed off from guests. When asked which kitchen her husband (who loves to cook) prefers, the homeowner said, smiling, “Unfortunately, he uses both!” Both kitchens offer every modern convenience, while maintaining an ambiance perfectly at ease with the historic structure. “This careful 18 slmag.net

balance is critical,” Wall explains. “This house was built for the World’s Fair, and it was important to maintain that history while incorporating the amenities today’s family is used to having.” One way to accomplish this, he says, is by modifying contemporary materials and styles to blend seamlessly with the traditional presentation. The designer concurs. “It’s all about the pieces of the puzzle coming together that tie back to the character of the home,” she explains. “You have to be respectful of the history, but with a twist that reflects the client.” And in the end? “Seeing the details come to life is a reminder that all the planning is totally worth it!” (And historic details can be reimagined with one-of-a-kind flair, like the walk-in safe now outfitted as a temperature-controlled wine closet behind the original vault door.) The wine vault is not the only secret tucked away behind an interesting door. Next to the back staircase, a mirrored door opens to

A 19th century ballroom is now a spectacular British pub, complete with billiards, deck shuffleboard and brews on tap.

the original manual elevator, hand-operated by a large iron wheel in the basement. The elevator was ideal for transporting guests to the thirdfloor ballroom. (It would have been unthinkable for ladies to trudge up two long flights of stairs in a voluminous ball gown!) Still in working order, it served a modern and practical purpose. During construction, the crew from PK Construction, led by owner Troy Duncan, found it handy for moving materials from basement to ballroom. The large second floor landing is illuminated by a series of original wall lamps, retrofitted to electric from gas. Charming and romantic, they each have dainty pull chains. While this avoided the need for switch plates, it does present a tiny challenge, Wall explains. “Each one has to be turned on or off separately, which was fine when you had staff to do it!” The homeowner wanted a place for her parents when they visit from overseas, so Wall reconfigured rooms in the northwest

corner to create a luxurious 3-room suite. Describing the area’s original layout and the challenges involved, he says “Back when these homes were built, people did not own the amount of clothes we do today, so very few bedrooms had closets. This one did, but it was small, and there was also a utility closet on the opposite wall. We blew it all out to give them a walk-in closet.” Describing the discovery process as “forensic architecture,” he says that many spaces had been adapted over the years. “You find where things are modified— for example, a soffit added to original walls for air-conditioning ductwork. You either work that into the overall concept smoothly, or try to eliminate it all together to get back to the original state.” Layout can offer clues to the original purpose, he explains. “The new catering kitchen? That space was probably the house manager’s office originally, because it’s close to the kitchen and the back door was convenient for deliveries.” slmag.net

Anchored by a butcher-block island, the catering kitchen is a bright and cheerful work space, with an abundance of natural light.

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Some original details are still functional and even coveted. Throughout the home, carefully constructed shutters are designed to fold back on to themselves, completely disappearing into the window frame. “It’s a brilliant, clever design that some clients have asked for in their own homes,” Wall says. “But it can’t be done. It would be prohibitively expensive to recreate that craftsmanship.” The second floor also includes a new master suite that transcends superlatives. Centered at the front of the home, it features a separate walk-in closet for each homeowner, as well as separate (and superb) bathrooms. The heart of the suite is the master bedroom, where the homeowners can relax by the fire and enjoy a tree-top view from graceful bowed windows. (And in a thoughtful bit of floor plan design, the husband’s private study is connected to his walk-through closet and bath.) Up on the third floor (accessed only by a rear staircase or the elevator) the owners’ teenage son has a private suite of his own, with bedroom, bath and a room for entertaining friends. The stunning black-and-white bath, with concealed mirrored cabinets and a walk-in closet, is the jewel of the suite. Like Wall says, “There’s no shortage of really great bathrooms in this house!” While the first and second floors are a masterpiece of detail and design, it is the third floor ballroom that is truly worthy of the term “jaw-dropping.” The homeowners told Wall they wanted a British pub—a reference to the first time they met in London.

(Although they actually met in a museum, but “ended up in a pub,” as the wife explains with a mischievous smile.) The new British pub spans the width of the house and easily hosts 100 people (or more) with room left over. The architect says the home’s ballroom is the largest one he’s ever seen, and the pub’s third-floor location sets it apart. “You’ll see rooms styled like this, but they are usually in the basement. You never have a room like this on the third floor, with natural light.” Several of the roofline windows are set in arched alcoves, complete with upholstered window seats. They’re cozy and inviting, but for the genuine pub experience, it’s impossible to resist the magnificent custom-crafted bar. No detail has been overlooked, including two sets of batwing doors and stained glass lighting. The stunning structure is the work of Wall’s favorite cabinet maker, Derek Centorbi. “He does brilliant work!” More than just a “pretty face,” the bar has British beer on tap and plenty of leather barstools with good views of the dual televisions. Across the room, an old player piano provides a pubworthy soundtrack, and even the loo is “flush” with authentic British details. From the front vestibule to the top-floor billiard table, this grand old dowager is still splendid, but now with a relaxed and modern vibe perfect for a new century. Even the dignified Lady Peek would raise a glass and cheer “Well done!” sl slmag.net

The Chameleon lamp in the lobby of Angad Arts Hotel changes colors and what is displayed to guests as well as providing illumination for guests.

ANGAD ADDS TO THE ARTS Written by Johnny Fugitt / Photography provided by Angad Arts Hotel

What makes a boutique hotel a boutique hotel? Colloquially, some may simply refer to a small hotel as a boutique. Others may define a boutique a one-off concept, the antithesis of the corporate hotel brand. Others still may associate the term with a price point (higher), setting (urban) or just the idea that each room is unique. However defined, a number of St. Louis’ independent, or boutique, hotels have stood the test of time to become landmarks for St. Louisans and recommended lodging options for visitors. The Chase Park Plaza Hotel, The Cheshire Hotel, The Moonrise Hotel and Hotel Ignacio immediately come to mind. A new generation of boutique hotels is in development in St. Louis, mostly downtown, capitalizing on the national realization that an experience in a historic or unique setting matters more than a few extra reward points. Steve Smith, CEO of the Lawrence Group, made it clear this $65 million project is significantly different in a number of ways. “The Angad Arts Hotel is an immersive arts experience, more so than a boutique hotel,” he says. The development is, in fact, one of the more unique hotel openings in the country. It starts with rooms that, according to Smith, are the first to be booked by “the emotion of color” with options of Passion Red, Tranquility Blue, Rejuvenation Green and Happiness Yellow. Picasso stated that “Colors…follow the changes

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of the emotions,” but, at Angad, it can be the other way around with color helping direct emotion. A deluge of color, not just a bright accent piece here or there, engulfs the guest. Somehow the non-offensive shades and serene landscapes of traditional hotel décor become something worse – soulless - when compared to the vibrant hues at Angad. The ability to book a room by color has received national attention, but this is only one facet of the development. “The Angad Arts Hotel stands out because it is a wholly new hospitality experience,” says Smith. “AAH was created to link artists with the community, existing as both an ever-changing art gallery and hotel.” The public spaces include art, but are also stages for pop-up performances and exhibitions. Angad is one more piece in the growing Grand Center Arts District, complimenting the nearby Fabulous Fox Theatre, Powell Symphony Hall and .ZACK. The Arts District forms the eastern anchor of the revitalized corridor following Forest Park Parkway to the Central West End. “There is $8 billion in active and announced projects in the 5 square mile area of the central corridor,” says Smith. “AAH contributes to the robust renaissance that is happening in the area, and provides the kind of unique, innovative, and entrepreneurial business that is becoming the signature of St. Louis’ midtown area.”

Passion Red, Tranquility Blue, Rejuvenation Green and Happiness Yellow are the color choices when booking a guest room. Photos By Alise Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien

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BBQ Brisket with Mac & Cheese “Toast” is David Burke’s dressed-up cousin to the classic St. Louis Slinger.

St. Louis is a city fiercely proud of its neighborhoods, sports teams and homegrown talent, but is also a city that builds international brands and thinks globally. This balance can be seen with Angad. While it seeks to develop and display local artists, it also aspires to cultivate a national presence. One such way of achieving this is through the partnership with Chef David Burke. Burke is a celebrity chef in the truest sense of the term. He spent many critically-acclaimed, award-winning years in the relative privacy of New York’s kitchens before television revealed the public persona seen on the likes of Top Chef Masters. He has since opened restaurants across the country, with Grand Tavern by David Burke the first in St. Louis. This partnership was formed by the hotel’s Executive Managing Director, David Miskit. As Smith states, “David was able to attract David Burke to St. Louis with our vision for an arts hotel. David Burke’s menu, which is whimsical and artistic, is the perfect complement to the Angad Arts Hotel.” “Our food is visually creative, artistic and clever, like most of the artwork throughout the hotel,” says Burke. “It’s happy art that shows emotion, and we want to evoke the same through our food.” Grand Tavern’s diners can expect to taste a little bit of New York and a little bit of St. Louis. Some of Burke’s signature dishes, including the Clothesline Bacon and Emotional Lobster Dumplings, are on the menu to save you the trip to New York (forget that…go 26 slmag.net

anyway!). Burke’s Himalayan salt brick dry-aged steaks may also become favorites. Other offerings were created just for this outpost and play off St. Louis favorites. Gooey Butter Donuts are on the dessert menu and the BBQ Brisket with Mac & Cheese “Toast” is a dressed-up cousin to the classic St. Louis Slinger. Burke has also enjoyed exploring the St. Louis restaurant scene with stops including Brasserie, Sidney Street Café, Pastaria, Vicia and Yellowbelly. “There is a nice variety and energy to push the envelope in St. Louis,” he says. “I’ve been impressed with everything from the standbys like Pappy’s to these new concepts...I’d like to think we are adding to that list with Grand Tavern.” As one might expect from a restaurant inside a hotel, Tavern is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner with brunch on the way. Upstairs, Angad Rainbow Terrace offers colorful drinks with a city view. The indoor-outdoor rooftop bar also includes a pared-down version of the Tavern’s menu. Quoting his late partner on the project, Angad Paul, Smith asked, “What is art but seeing the world in a different way? What is life but a series of experiences connected together?” This is the ethos of the Angad Arts Hotel as it offers much more than a place to sleep. It wants to be a hotel where guests are so impacted that, when later recalling details of a St. Louis trip to friends, they spend more time talking about where they stayed than what they did around town. sl

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Velvet ankle boots with signature “broken” heel, $1,610, by Unravel Project at VMR, 312.330.3778.

Velvet logo cap, $290, by Moncler at Nordstrom stores.

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

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

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

Jaipur 18K chalcedony stud earrings, $550, by Marco Bicego at Neiman Marcus Michigan Avenue, 312.642.5900.

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SOPHISTICATED LITTLES Written by Carrie Edelstein / Photography By Stephanie Cotta

LITTLE INFO Meet Bodhi Park, the little guy who belongs to Aaron and Chelsea Park. You might recognize him from Instagram fame; he’s been on a lot of shoots already for his dad’s company, Arch Apparel. And he’s only 10 months old! LITTLE LOOK “Bodhi is wearing the ‘Born and Raised’ onesie from Arch Apparel. It’s layered with a denim jacket from Nordstrom Rack and jeans with a slouch beanie,” says Dad who recently launched this style despite being born and raised himself in Australia! When he’s not “repping the brand,” Bodhi has quite the fashion sense on his own. Dad says, “For a more casual style, he wears neutral colors typically paired with a bandana-style bib with athletic joggers and hightop shoes. For a more street-modern feel, he rocks baby skinny jeans or khaki/ black joggers and a slouch beanie.” Got that guys? We need more baby skinny jeans! Bohdi finds his styles at ZARA Baby, Monica and Andy, Spearmint Love, Nordstrom, Nordstrom Rack and Target. Dad adds, “Modern Tribe is a really cool local, online store. We’ve also found some fun toys and outfits at City Sprouts.” LITTLE LOVES This cutie loves to laugh. “A person can walk in the room, look at him and he will smile and laugh (true fact: he did this on our photoshoot!). There hasn’t been a person he doesn’t like,” Dad says. Bodhi also likes to explore. “He likes finding anything small and circular to fiddle with. For example, he would rather inspect the hardware of a toy and the battery compartment of it. He also loves Alexa. He lights up and laughs hysterically when ‘she’ plays music.” LITTLE LIT Alexa might be the reason Halsey, Travis Scott and The Weeknd are Bodhi’s favorite, er we mean Mom and Dad’s favorite music Bodhi likes to listen to. But nothing beats “Baby Shark” and “Wheels on the Bus!” Sounds like Bodhi was paying attention to the book club recommendations by some of our other featured “Littles;” he also loves “Your Baby’s First Word Will be DADA” by Jimmy Fallon. LITTLE EXTRA Christmas was extra special for Bodhi. He got to see his Australian grandparents in the U.S. He hadn’t seen them since they visited St. Louis shortly after he was born. Bohdi’s fine dining tips include pairing oatmeal with blueberries. Dad says, “He loves being social at brunch spots around St. Louis. Russell’s is a favorite.” sl * Do you have a “Little” you’d like to see featured? Reach out on our social handles @sophisticatedlivingmag on Instagram or leave a comment on our blog at sophisticatedstlouis.com.

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On location with Aaron and Bodhi Park at Splash in Colonial Marketplace in Ladue, one of the places where Arch Apparel merchandise can be purchased.

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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. Although the property has changed hands several times, and

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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

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

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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 natureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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. For decades, I have regarded the area in and around Yellowstone National Park as the bellwether for all that I love about the great outdoors. I mention this only after having had some 50 slmag.net

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

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. Phil is on property all season (June through October), and likens a stay at Chilko to an “estate experience”. “You get to deal with the owner like an insider...it’s like going to Disney as a friend of Walt,” he explained. The Chilko Experience operates like a family compound, with Phil and Anne joining guests around the communal dinner table each evening. Phil’s mandate to the chef that “flavorful, upscale food be served in a casual fashion,” results in a diverse and abundant lineup of hearty fare apropos for fueling myriad outdoor pursuits. During dinner, guests chat with Phil and his affable and über-organized general manager, New Zealand Native Craig Sutherland, about what they’d like to do the next day, based on their interests/abilities and weather conditions. slmag.net

Chiko Lake is largest natural high-elevation lake in North America. Chendi at his homestead.

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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. For more information visit thechilkoexperience.com. sl slmag.net

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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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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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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REMEMBERING A GREAT TALENT AND CHERISHED FRIEND

Written by Joan Lerch / Reproductions appear courtesy of the Estate of Arthur Osver and Ernestine Betsberg His paintings have been exhibited in prestigious museums and galleries around the world, including the Smithsonian American Art Museum and the Saint Louis Art Museum, and acquired by collectors on the same global scale. The artist’s work has been featured on the cover of Life and Fortune magazines. And while his professional legacy is impressive, it is the warmth and welcoming personality of painter Arthur Osver that his friends and former students remember best. Osver, who was born in Chicago and educated at the Art Institute of Chicago, came to St. Louis in 1960 to teach art at Washington University, after being recruited by Dean Kenneth Hudson, who also brought famed artists Max Beckmann and Philip Guston to the campus. “Guston and Osver were friends,” explains Philip Slein, owner of Philip Slein Gallery, which will feature Osver’s work in an upcoming exhibit. “Guston had taught at the university in the 1940’s for two years, and he urged Osver to come to St. Louis.” Osver and his wife, noted artist Ernestine Betsberg, moved to Webster Groves for what was supposed to be a two-year appointment. But he “fell in love with St. Louis,” Slein says. “And St. Louis fell in love with him.” The couple would live in their historic Webster farmhouse until Osver’s death in 2006, at the age of 94. (Keeping with historic tradition, the house was once home to artist and Ste. Genevieve Art Colony founder Jesse Rickly.) Throughout their 40+ years in Saint Louis, Osver and his wife opened their home to many of his students, who would 70 slmag.net

become the couple’s “adopted family.” One of those students, artist Paul Shank, recalls the artists fondly. “Their close friends and his students would gather at the house— it was a meeting place for us to exchange ideas and have exposure to their work,” Shank says. “He was a wonderful and very beloved man, and a natural teacher, adored by his students. Arthur responded to each student’s ability, and brought out what he saw were their best possibilities, rather than just having his own agenda. And both he and his wife set an example for all of us, of how to live as an artist.” Shank says that Osver and Betsberg were entirely devoted to their craft. “They weren’t materialists. They didn’t collect stuff, they didn’t buy stuff. They just wanted to paint.” The artists became very close to Shank and his brothers, Peter and Stephen. “All three of us are painters, and Stephen also studied under Arthur,” Paul explains. The brothers stayed in touch after graduation, and their friendship endured for more than forty years, until Osver’s death in 2006, and Ernestine’s death a short time later. The childless couple left their estate to the brothers, who manage it with a local attorney. In an effort to preserve Osver’s legacy for the future, the trustees have produced, in conjunction with the Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum in the Sam Fox School of Design and Visual Arts at Washington University, a comprehensive monograph of his work. Although most commonly described as an abstract expressionist, Slein says Osver’s work evolved through the decades of his long career. “In the 40’s and 50’s, he was a young hotshot, an up-and-coming

Arthur Osver, Duo, c. 1966. Oil on canvas, 62 7/16 x 54 5/8”. Saint Louis Art Museum, Gift of Morris Moscowitz, 490:1979.

talent in New York who had won many awards.” Among them, Slein notes, was the Prix de Rome, a prestigious award established in 1663 during the reign of Louis XIV of France. “Arthur was painting in a social realist style, and then it’s the 1950’s— and abstraction is the zeitgeist of the art world, and he switched to abstraction.” Asked if this change of artistic styles is the norm, Slein explains, “Some artists get known for a signature style but I think the really good ones, like Arthur, constantly push themselves. There’s a thread throughout his work, but he continually evolved and changed. His paintings evolve from urban realism to abstraction— he followed the arc of 20th century painting quite nicely.” Does Slein have a favorite Osver painting? “It’s so hard to choose— I love all of his work. But I really like what he would call his ‘GP’ series, based on the Grand Palais in Paris.” When Osver saw the glass and steel masterpiece he was “enamored with the iron work, the bulk, the way steel and iron was bent,” Slein explains. “The series combined his love of structure, architecture, and dimension.” Discussing the forthcoming book, Shank says the publication is a vital part of keeping Osver’s work in the public sphere, because even recognized artists are often neglected after their death. “Very often, an artist’s work languishes in storage and they are forgotten. We had the ability to do something that would bring attention to his life and his art, because artists are frequently rediscovered 40 or 50 years later and become successful with another generation.” All three of the brothers worked on the Osver book, he says, along with Stephen’s wife Julie Golden and researchers from the

Arthur Osver, The Voyage, 1961. Oil and paper on canvas, 63 x 51 3/4”. Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of S. C. Johnson & Son, Inc., 1969.47.35.

Kemper Museum. “There was a massive amount of material he left about his life which had never been gone through. I tracked down the major collections across the country and abroad, but it’s a huge effort. Families pass them down, or they get sold at auctions and galleries.” One painting, believed to be in a São Paulo museum, proved to be particularly elusive until a Kemper researcher discovered it in Rio de Janeiro. The book’s cover will feature one of Osver’s most vibrant studies in urban realism, “The Red Ventilator.” Described as “a powerful view of twentieth-century industry and labor,” the painting’s title references a looming structure that somehow appears both threatening and friendly. Exhibited at the Carnegie Museum of American Art and throughout the United States, the work is now owned by St. Louis collectors John and Susan Horseman, part of The John and Susan Horseman Collection of American Art. An exhibit of Osver’s work opens at the Slein Gallery in midFebruary, running through March, and will include a launch party for the new book. “He was widely recognized within his lifetime,” Slein says, “But there is a need to expose more people to his art. This book puts his life’s work in context. It’s a really beautiful volume.” sl Cover of Arthur Osver: Urban Landscape, Abstraction, and the Mystique of Place, featuring Red Ventilator (1945) from the John and Susan Horseman Collection, St. Louis.

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ST. LOUIS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL A record-setting 28,723 attendees showed up for The 27th Annual Whitaker St. Louis International Film Festival. In addition to screening 413 films, John Goodman and Joe Edwards were both presented with Lifetime Achievement Awards. Jason Reitman received the Contemporary Cinema Award.

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The Saint Louis Ballet’s season kicked off with a special VIP reception, Donors and students mingled at Touhill Performing Arts Center just before “Romeo and Juliet.” “Balnchine’s Rubies and other Love Stories” will be the next iconic ballet to set the stage this season.

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An iced raw bar and a winter wonderland were the theme at a Winter’s Dinner to benefit the Gateway Arch Foundation. The buffet dinner took place at Ruth’s Chris in Downtown St. Louis, inside the Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch.

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Sister Jean, Jim Thorne and Ozzie Smith were among the honorees at the Musial Awards in St. Louis. The award show, presented by Maryville University, aired in 14 different cities. It’s an annual celebration of sportsmanship and those in sports who embody class and character.

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THE VOICE OF THE FUTURE Written and Photographed By Carrie Edelstein

While the results might not have been what Kennedy Holmes and all of her fans in St. Louis and across the country might have wanted, there’s no doubt the youngest contestant ever on NBC’s “The Voice” is still on the path to stardom. Considering her audition went viral months ago, perhaps it’s even a blessing in disguise Kennedy didn’t win the reality singing show; she’s now a free agent just like her coach, Jennifer Hudson, was when she was eliminated in the final rounds of “American Idol” several years ago. “There’s no words to describe how nice she’s been to me and how comfortable I feel around her and I feel like that’s really important when you’re working with a celebrity that you’ve been looking up to forever,” says Kennedy. “She’s been giving me great advice and great tips to be prepared to go into the music industry which I’ve been really thankful for.” If you’re not familiar with how “The Voice” works, this season contestants auditioned to have a chance to choose from Blake Shelton, Jennifer Hudson, Kelly Clarkson or Adam Levine as coaches. As the season progressed, America voted for their favorites and contestants were eliminated. The four finalists were Kennedy, Blake Shelton’s team of Kirk Jay and Chris Kroeze, and Kelly Clarkson’s Chevel Shepherd. Team Kelly won for the second season in a row. It was a surprise among the live audience and judges when the announcement was made. All four celebrity judges/ coaches had praised Kennedy throughout the season. On the first night of the finale, Kennedy debuted her hit single “Love is Free,” to which Kelly Clarkson said, “You look older than you are and you are so beautiful and your voice just sounds huge!” In the first blind audition round, Adam Levine said, “Very rarely does someone come around who kind of reignites that passion for what we do and you do that.” Jennifer Hudson told Kennedy, “You were made to be right where you are.” “Kennedy growing up has always been really special and we knew that. I was always telling her how to conduct herself because I knew this moment would happen,” says Kennedy’s mom, Karen Holmes. “I didn’t know when or how but I knew it would happen. We’ve just always been preparing for this.” So what happens next? Karen has been taking time off from her job at Ameren, Kennedy’s dad, Shawn, was off from his work in the food and beverage industry, and Kennedy’s brother, a sophomore at Washington University, also joined the family party. It sure seems like the family is committed to keeping Kennedy in the spotlight. “She will come back to St. Louis. Now I don’t know for how long but she will come back,” says Karen. “She misses volleyball, she misses her classmates, she misses all of her friends. We just have to take it day by day. This has all been incredible.” Even though many involved with “The Voice” have been singing longer than Kennedy’s been alive, this opportunity is a head start for the teenager. “I feel like win or lose it feels like I’ve won because no matter what happens I’ve been given this opportunity and being up here at such a young age has been amazing.” sl

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The Next St. Louis Superstar Can’t Live Withouts: Kennedy Holmes Written by Carrie Edelstein / Photography provided by NBC / The Voice From Florissant to the fast lane of Hollywood: as the youngest contestant on NBC’s “The Voice,” Kennedy Holmes is now a household name across the country. The St. Louis native shot to fame by getting the coveted “four judge turn around” during the blind audition round. With offers and praise to join the teams of Blake Shelton, Jennifer Hudson, Kelly Clarkson and Adam Levine, she chose her idol, and the rest is history. “When I said it was a dream to sing with J Hud, she was like ‘I’m ready.’ I was just trying not to cry. You know singing and crying don’t go well together and when she got up to the stage and said ‘you have a gift,’ I could not believe it at first I was like this is a dream. I am just so thankful,” Kennedy says of that first round win when she performed with Jennifer Hudson. Kennedy’s first audition went viral with millions of views on YouTube before the show ever even premiered. “I’m honored because I’m trying to rep St. Louis, and now that a lot of people know me and I have a lot of supporters I’m extremely thankful.” And extremely humble and mature through her victories. She recently celebrated her 14th birthday both on national television and on Skype with her John Burroughs School classmates, and then with fans at Ballpark 88 slmag.net

Village.. After all, she still is a St. Louis girl at heart, listing are you ready for it… our weather as one of her top “can’t live withouts!” 1. Phone. It was thanks to Kennedy’s Instagram campaign that she won the “knockout round” that landed her a front of the line first audition pass in Indianapolis. 2. Singing. 3. Parents Karen and Shawn Holmes. “When I was 12 there was nothing really big going on with my career and my mom saw the age had changed to 13 for ‘The Voice’ so we started talking about that.” 4. Air Jordan shoes. 5. Ripped jeans. She is a teenager after all! 6. Fall weather. We think this marks a definite return to St. Louis! 7. Volleyball. There’s hope the Bombers will get their girl back! Kennedy has managed to keep up with her classes electronically. 8. Seeing puppies. 9. Tacos. 10. “Having fun!” sl

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