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From the Editor-in-Chief My wife, Jen, and I informally entertain a group of friends we call our posse most weekends. Recently, we expanded that to host a fundraising dinner benefting our kids' school and my alma mater, Te Orchard School. Te only drawback is that we were a bit nuts to do it. We loved the 25 folks who came to our Mardi Gras-themed New Orleans supper, and they loved the good food, friends and music. Te nuts part was having a couple dozen people over to our still-new-to-us 1927 Meridian-Kessler home. We weren’t done with the updates. Actually, there was w just one major one in progress: the kitchen. Kind of vital for a dinner, eh? It was gutted, waiting for everything from electricity to plumbing, cabinets to countertops and floors. It also had small cities and large ca metropolitan areas of dust, courtesy of the plaster walls that’d come down. m Our schedule for the kitchen turned out to be, as often happens, just guesses. O What got us through all this was the vibe of my New Orleans hometown. As a native, the Big Easy attitude is blackened into my bones, ho and it’s rubbed of on Jen. an About a year ago, we attended a dinner party that was part of the inaugural Orchard Supper Club fundraiser. We were inspired to similarly in entertain by sharing our home and how we embrace "laissez les bon temps en rouler (let the good times roll)." ro Te plan was that my dear friend Joe Vuskovich and I would cook. In case cas ca se you've been living on a small Pacifc island, Joe's the proprietor of Yat's. Jen and I ended up hosting more donors than we initially expected, so Joe graciously ofered to do all the cooking so Jen and I could mo schmooze with our guests. sch After we welcomed everyone with the quintessential New Orleans cocktail, Sazerac, we dove into the meal. With no kitchen, Joe made do with an induction burner he brought and a makeshift table we th provided. And what a job he did. pr There was barbecue shrimp, a messy New Orleans delicacy that’s nothing like barbecue anywhere else. It’s basically butter with some shrimp in it, plus Joe’s special spin. He also made an okra, ok kra, andouille sau sausage and chicken gumbo, salad with Plaquemines Parish citrus dressing, and grits and grillades. As if tthat weren’t enough, we had ice cream with praline sauce and praline pieces. We also had live jazz, thanks to our buddy, saxophonist Jared Tompson, and his band, Premium Blend, who you may know from Te Chatterbox, Marrow and my favorite club, Te Jazz Kitchen. ma Jen decorated our sunroom (think 1950s porch) in traditional Mardi Gras colors. She even strung lights from the ceiling, the only illumination in that unfnished room. ce As we ate, Joe stood and gave a toast. He said he and I are brothers, kindred spirits from New Orleans. Ten he read something by Richard Campanella, a professor in Tulane’s School of Architecture who writes about the region’s culture, geography and history. Part of the piece, “What does it mean to be a New Orleanian,” said: “It permits indulging in the pleasures of life here and now and not worrying too much about the unknowable tomorrows. It means narrowing the gap between who you say you are and who you really are. It's dancing in the street without feeling self-conscious, greeting strangers without a sense of threat, enjoying good food and libations without feeling profigate, and being at once dashing, warm, laid back and zesty.” As I listened to my dear friend, and friends looked at Joe then me, I tried not to cry. No such luck. I was moved and speechless. Jen will tell you, the latter doesn't happen often. I was reminded of how proud I am to be a native of New Orleans and live like one, no matter where I am. It means having a dinner party despite dust and construction, cutting yourself some slack when the roux gets lumpy and always welcoming friends and neighbors.
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BETTER WITH AGE Te oldest car race in the world, the 100th edition of the Targa Florio paid homage to motoring history and the legacy of performance automobiles Written by Andre James As they have done annually for the past century, motoring enthusiasts from around the world gathered in Sicily for the Targa Florio rally, a trailblazer in the history of challenging motor-racing events. Te brainchild of Sicilian magnate Vincenzo Florio, who has the distinction of owning the frst car on the island, the earliest versions of the Targa Florio were held on diabolical roads that were little more than mule tracks through the Madonie Mountains. Te frst race was clinched by Italian Alessandro Cagno, who recorded an average speed of 29.06 mph for the three-lap, 277-mile race. In subsequent years the event endured, even in the face of challenges that included a tsunami induced by a 7.2 magnitude
earthquake, the death of Vincenzo’s wife to cholera, world wars and fatal crashes. Essential to its survival was the support from locals and major sports car producers, with the former walking miles from their sleepy villages to watch the latest, greatest and fastest from the latter traverse hairpin curves with drops into sheer abyss on the mountainous tracks. Italian manufacturers such as Alfa Romeo, Ferrari, Lancia and Maserati boasted of their accomplishments in the race to demonstrate the capabilities of their vehicles to the burgeoning car-buying public. The Targa Florio also attracted legendary drivers such as Sir Stirling Moss, who bested rival Juan Manuel for the win in 1955. slmag.net
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A grim safety record prompted the FIA to remove the Targa Florio’s championship status in 1973; the competitive aspect of the race hung on for an additional four years as a national championship until a fatal accident involving spectators forced the end of the racing era. Today, in the same fashion as the Mille Miglia, the Targa Floria has transitioned to become a showcase for historically signifcant automobiles that are put through their paces over four days on winding, picturesque roads throughout Sicily. After the checkered fag at the May rally, winners in three categories – Italian Vintage Car Rally Championship, Absolute Rally Championship and Targa Florio Classic – were heralded with much fanfare in the Piazza Verdi in Palermo. Italian Automobile Club Chairman Angela Sticchi Damiani remarked
that it was “a Targa Florio that returned to the beauty of its golden years, but the most thrilling moment was seeing all the great car racing drivers together, once again behind the wheel, in many cases in the cars they competed with in days gone by.” Paolo Andreucci and Anna Andreussi won the Absolute Rally Championship in a Peugeot 208 T16; Erik Comas and Yannick Roche took the victory in the Italian Vintage Car Rally Championship in a Lancia Stratos HF; and Giovanni Moceri and Daniele Bonetti took the top spot at the Classic in a 1939 FIAT 508 C. “After winning the 99th, we wanted to win the 100th,” said Moceri, adding, “Tis Targa Florio has shown there is great passion in Sicily; it is a race with a history that can give the Mille Miglia a run for its money.” sl slmag.net
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A CANNES DO ATTITUDE Te Hôtel Barrière Le Majestic Written by Alaska Weisskopf I feel fairly confident in asserting that Cannes has cornered the market in the highest per capita concentration of naturally beautiful people. Te glitterati of the annual flm festival aside, everyone we spied – from the lovely young women selling giant wedges of steaming hot socca (a habit-forming chickpea crêpe baked over a fire that is a local specialty of the region) in the farmer’s market to haute-couture-clad doyennes perusing in the
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luxury boutiques that dot the seaside Boulevard de la Croisette – seemed to possess those elusive intangible qualities that have launched scores of blogs, websites and “how-to” books that American women absolutely fawn over. Te entirety of the Côte d'Azur is also impossibly lovely, from the mega-yachts bobbing in the azure waters of the Mediterranean Sea to the mosaic peaks of the nearby Estérel Mountains.
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Te private rooftop pool of the Majestic Penthouse.
A commanding presence since 1926 at the heart of this picturesque city and just a bauble’s throw from the beach and the Grand Auditorium Louis Lumière, the Hôtel Barrière Le Majestic’s legacy is as storied as the countless celebrities who have graced its posh corridors. Over the decades, the property has evolved and expanded, with the most recent major construction project, the addition of the west wing, launched in 2007 and completed in 2010 at a cost of $91 million. Facing the grand Belle Epoquestyle façade of gleaming white punctuated by poppy-red awnings, discerning old from new is indiscernible amidst the symmetry. Today the seven-story property encompasses 257 guestrooms and 92 suites, two of which are penthouse units; three restaurants, with culinary direction provided by Pierre Gagnaire, a legendary culinary artist with 13 Michelin stars to his name; a Clarinsbranded spa with a hammam, sauna, experiential shower and ftness center; a cinema; La Plage, the recently renovated beach
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club, which was the first to meet “green” requirements of new Coastal Laws; a day program for children; and a lush garden with a pool and Louise Pommery Rotonde serving a 100 percent Pommery list of fne champagnes. A leading player in the cultural life of the Côte d’Azur the property displays a wide array of fne artworks in its public areas, both inside and out. In the lobby, the interior design leans heavily on 1920s design cues, pulling from both Art Deco and Art Moderne playbooks that are then melded with traditional French style. Resting atop the gleaming marble floors are furnishings custom-made by Henryot, the oldest furniture business of its kinds in France. A few steps from the registration desk, and across from the elevators, a marble staircase subtly curves on its way up from foor-to-foor; it’s worth the efort to spy a sampling of the more than 2,500 classic-to-contemporary photographs of movie stars that grace the walls.
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Bedroom in the Christian Dior Penthouse.
Brilliant Dior red and Dior grey are prominent in the living room of the Christian Dior Penthouse.
Guest rooms are oriented to provide views of the garden and pool or the Croisette and the hotel's private beach. We were lucky enough to score the latter, and from our private verandah enjoyed watching the parade of humanity on land and sea, along with some of the most spectacularly hued sunsets in recent memory. Whereas the lobby was a bold statement, our room was much more subdued, with striped upholstered walls that reminded me of the classic French nautical sweater. Designed around distinct themes, when it comes to the hotel’s trio top-level suites – the Majestic Penthouse, the Christian Dior Penthouse and the Mélodie Suite – no expense was spared. With its own private rooftop terrace and pool, the view from the Majestic Penthouse is arguably the best in all of Cannes. Designed by Pascal Desprez to evoke the feeling of a cruise across the Mediterranean in a luxury yacht, the space boasts a theatre room, a high-tech “experience shower” and an expanse of picture windows.
Brought about through a special partnership between Christian Dior and the hotel’s parent company, Lucien Barrière, the Christian Dior Penthouse features interiors designed by Nathalie Ryan, accredited interior decorator of the Parisian fashion house to immerse guests in the world of Dior. Ethereal and elegant, elements of the space call to mind various themes associated with the Dior brand and its boutique on Avenue Montaigne. Brilliant Dior red and Dior grey are prominent, and the closet, befitting a true fashionista, is outfitted in silvered wood. Adding to the exceptional experiences ofered by a stay in either the Majestic or Christian Dior Penthouses are the services of the professional butler. Working in conjunction with the hotel’s other facilities, from bar to spa, via the laundry, kitchens, concierge desk and housekeeping department, he makes sure his guests’ desires are met down to the very last detail.
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Te 35-seat cinema was designed by Chantal Peyrat.
Located beneath one of the hotel’s historic domes, with views of the Bay of Cannes, the Estérel Mountains and the Lérins Islands, the design of the Mélodie Suite was inspired by a masterpiece of French cinema, Mélodie en Sous-Sol (Any Number Can Win), parts of which were flmed in the hotel. Stars of another kind compete for attention in the 35-seat cinema. Designed by Chantal Peyrat, the walls of the elegant space are decorated with illuminated photos of the cosmos and the soft stellar glow of a constellation in the center of the ceiling glistens before fading to darkness as the movie begins. Te French take gastronomy seriously, and dining at Hôtel Barrière Le Majestic is a treat for all the senses. Fouquet’s Cannes, which is an affiliate of the famous Parisian brasserie, opened in 2001. Drama pervades the space inside and out; colors of ebonized black, gold and taupe define the dining room, while large red umbrellas punctuate the four-season poolside verandah. Pierre Gagnaire’s Mediterranean menu derives inspiration from classic brasserie-style dishes that have been the backbone of French cuisine. Opened in 2010, the hotel’s second gourmet port-of-call, La Petite Maison de Nicole also boasts a famous sibling: La Petite Maison in Nice. Supremely romantic, with a system of sliding drapes able to create a private alcove, the largely white décor
is punctuated by pop art pieces of famous faces in cinema and fashion by Dutch artist, Hayo Sol. During a candlelight dinner, during which a trio of musicians serenaded us, we indulged to our heart’s content in all things trufe. Beachfront dining is offered year-round at The Plage du Majestic, the only beach in the region where you can eat with your toes in the sand should you wish. A weekend brunch in a cornucopia of local and global favorites was further enhanced by steady ocean breezes and the sound of waves gently lapping at the shoreline. At the conclusion of the most recent Cannes flm festival, the kitchen at the Hôtel Barrière Le Majestic reported that it served 20,000 macaroons, 550lbs of chocolate, 770lbs of fruit, 110lbs of caviar, 175lbs of lobster, 15,000 bottles of Champagne and 8,500 bottles of Grand Cru, while the Spa Diane Barrière by Clarins staged 700 makeovers before the stars walked the red carpet. While I’m fairly confdent my photo won’t be gracing the walls anytime soon, I was happy with the star treatment I received for the duration of our stay. Rates at the Hôtel Barrière Le Majestic range from $275/night for a Superior Room to $36,000/night for the Majestic Penthouse. For more information or reservations visit hotelsbarriere.com. sl
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Compiled by Victoria Chase Te United States is the fourth-largest global consumer of tea, with the number of specialty tea outlets expected to double by 2018. Using maps, color imagery and recipes, this book explores the roots of popular beverage from the soil in which it is grown to brewing the perfect cup. Kris Smith - World Atlas of Tea: From the Leaf to the Cup, the World's Tea's Explored and Enjoyed - Hardcover, 240 pages, Firefy Books (frefybooks.com). Scheduled for release in mid-October, this book captures the youthful punk revolution via the people who lived it and the clothing they donned, from the genre's 1960s roots through today. Martin Popof - Punk Tees: Te Punk Revolutions in 125 Gigs & T-Shirts - Hardcover, 192 pages, Sterling Publishing (sterlingpublishing.com).
Owners of Lois and the Living Teas and one of London's top kombucha producers, Louise Avery began brewing the drink in 2010 while living on a Scottish island in the Hebrides. Made using base ingredients of tea, sugar, a simple bacteria and yeast, Avery shares her expertise and recipes for brewing and favoring your own kombucha. Available in November. Louise Avery - Living Tea: Healthy Recipes for Naturally Probiotic Kombucha - Hardcover, 96 pages, CICO Books (rylandpeters.com). Contested every two years and pitting golfers from the USA against Europe, the Ryder Cup remains one of the world's most prestigious sporting events. Te book traces the tournament from its humble beginning in 1927 to the epic see-saw battles played out in modern day contests. Chris Hawkes & Nick Callow - Te Ryder Cup: Te Complete History of Golf's Greatest Competition - Hardcover, 256 pages, Carlton Books (carltonbooks.co.uk).
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bib 'li' o 'taph, [bib-lee-uhtaf, -tahf ]: a person who caches or hoards books Golfers are a breed apart, as demonstrated in this collection of unique tales and photographs assembled by author Dale Concannon, a leading authority on golf antiques and early golf history. Dale Colcannon - Golf Stole My Brain Hardcover, 288 pages, John Blake Books (johnblakebooks.com).
Celebrating the elegance and indulgence of afternoon tea, author Will Torrent presents 80 beautifully photographed recipes, organized by season, including several provided by bastions of the ritual: Te Ritz, Te Dorchester and Harrods to name a few. Will Torrent - Afternoon Tea at Home: Deliciously indulgent recipes for sandwiches, savories, scones, cakes and other fancies - Hardcover, 176 pages, Ryland Peters & Small (rylandpeters.com).
After playing the top 100 golf courses in the world, author John Sabino penned this "how-to" book that outlines how to gain access to the best clubs and the optimum techniques for tackling each. Woven into the narrative are ample photographs and historical tidbits related to notable players of the game. John Sabino - How to Play the World's Most Exclusive Golf Clubs: A Journey Trough Pine Valley, Royal Melbourne, Muirfeld, and More - Hardcover, 256 pages, Skyhorse Publishing (skyhorsepublishing.com).
Nathaniel Crosby's homage to his father Bing recounts memories of the legendary screen and stage star on the golf course, along with anecdotes and lessons he taught his youngest son about the game and life. Nathaniel Crosby, John Strege - 18 Holes with Bing: Golg, Life, and Lessons from Dad - Hardcover, 237 pages, HarperCollins Publishers (harpercollins.com).
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Tis set of eight chairs were carved and built by hand in the Victorian era and sold at auction for just $390. Tis charming beach scene is by an unknown artist, in the manner of Edward Potthast. Te record for Potthast's work is $1.3 million, while this charming little beauty sold for a mere $150 at auction.
A regular misconception about the art and antiques market is that prices are always going up. In fact, economic realities like “supply and demand” afect prices of paintings, collectibles and antique furniture as much as anything else. Additionally, small diferences between unique items can ofer big savings to savvy buyers. Here are a few examples in the collecting world that ofer great buying opportunities right now. Slant-front desks As bulky personal computers with their unruly cables and peripheral attachments became commonplace in the 1980s and 1990s, drop-front desks from the late 18th century became all but obsolete. When demand dropped, prices for this beautiful form realized a serious decline. In today’s world of compact, tidy electronics, slantfront desks are an organizer’s dream! With an assortment of cubbies, drawers and shelves, these desks are perfect for laptop or tablet use and add sophistication to just about any decor. While prices are picking up, we are still nowhere near previous market highs. A slant-front desk made in New England during
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Made in England by Spode in the late 19th Century, this large set (153 pieces) of china sold recently at auction for $1,200.
the Chippendale or Queen Ann period can be purchased from just $500 to more than $10,000, depending upon design and condition. At one time, that range would have been $3,000 to over $100,000. Chairs Te dramatic decline in prices of antique chairs is difcult to explain or understand. In many cases, antique chairs were made by hand, with hardwood harvested from mature forests; they are sturdier and generally higher in quality than far more expensive contemporary versions. Te set of eight hand-carved mahogany chairs shown here are Victorian-era reproductions of an 18th century style. Tey sold at auction for an unbelievable $390! Mirrors Historically, mirrors were widely used to provide architectural interest and expand cozy rooms. As homes have become larger, and built-in elements ofered a good upsell for custom homebuilders, the need for antique and vintage mirrors has declined. Remarkably afordable in today’s market, a great early mirror with beautifully carved details, gilt surface and a
Size can also negatively afect prices. Tis detailed image is from an ornate mirror measuring over 12 feet tall, limiting the number of buyers who can use it in their home or ofce. It sold for only $1,200 at auction. Te six vintage, footed tumblers shown here were made by Cartier and sold for just $400 at auction. At $19.33 per troy ounce, the price is higher than the spot price on the day they sold at auction ($16.38), but is still well below the fve year high for silver of $49 per ounce.
nicely worn hand-silvered glass brings glamour and elegance into a space. Prices for period examples typically range from $250 - $2,500 at auction. Sets of China Just a few generations ago, every bride had to have one or more full sets of china in her registry. Modern, hectic lifestyles demand convenience, however, and most vintage or antique china is not dishwasher or microwave safe. As a result, lovely, large sets of fne china and porcelain are readily available at incredibly low prices. Antique services for eight, 12, 16 or more from luxury European brands like Limoges and Haviland can often be found with a variety of serving pieces for less than $500, making it almost as cheap as big-box-store dishware. Sterling Silver Tere’s nothing like the glow of candlelight on an elegant set table with sterling silver fatware, cups, candelabra and tureens. Always the mark of a well-appointed household, sterling silver objects are actually priced according to value of silver on the commodities market, with some markup for age, condition and
When bulky desktop computers were all the rage, the price of drop front desks took a dive. Tis stunning example, from about 1775, is perfect for laptop or tablet use and sold at auction for just $7,200.
maker. If you follow the market, you may know that silver is trading very near the fve-year low (but climbing), making it a great buying category in the antiques and collectibles market. Names like Cartier, Tifany and Gorham command the highest prices, often selling for more than double the “spot” price for silver. Paintings and Prints Te art market can be fckle and insecure. Te price for art is highly dependent upon current trends in interior design and the notoriety of the artist, including previous prices paid for similar works. Simply by buying the works of relatively unknown artists, a careful buyer can build an impressive collection. Prefer recognizable names? Look for lithographs and prints by your favorite artists. Even the signed and numbered examples sell for a fraction of originals. Digging a little deeper, you may fnd original works by artists who studied a renowned painter. Works identifed as “in the manner of” or “school of” can ofer the same look and appeal of an expensive work without a scary investment. sl Amelia & Jef Jefers are co-owners of two fne art, antique and bespoke collectibles companies: Garth's of Delaware, Ohio and Selkirk of St. Louis, Missouri.
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Wine At Home: Increase your wine IQ
Te life of an average wine drinker is going in a million diferent directions, and sometimes it is difcult to focus on things that don’t seem immediate or have a direct efect on their day-to-day lives. Te wine for the evening may take a back seat to the food. I, for one, think the wine should be riding shotgun with the food. With that in mind, here are three thoughts to consider. 1) Wine Knowledge I think good purchasing starts with wine knowledge. There are two types of knowledge when it comes to wine: wine knowledge and brand knowledge. What’s the difference you ask? Brand knowledge encompasses details of a particular winery – the story behind the owner, the wine maker, or how they came to do what they do and their passion for it, and the details of the winery and how it came to be. A lot of people believe they are knowledgeable about wine when what they really know are brands. Sometimes the people behind a wine and their lifestyle can help make wine quite fascinating. The wines of film director and winery owner Francis Ford Coppola certainly make for an easy introduction to brand knowledge. If you have seen many of his movies, you already know some of the story behind his winery, and if you look into the winery that he bought, you will fnd it has tons of history and is a very fascinating story. But it doesn’t help you with wine knowledge. Te real challenge is increasing your wine knowledge. Brand knowledge is important, don’t get me wrong, but if you have wine
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knowledge, you can have a feel for all the wines you purchase, not just all the brands. Allow me to explain. Te following is a generalization but nonetheless true in most cases. Te world of wines is divided into cool climate wines and warm climate wines. Cool climate wines typically have higher acidity, lower alcohol, more earth and mineral favors, and less oak. Warm climate wines typically have lower acidity, higher alcohol, less earth and minerals, and more oak. Granted you do fnd more and more crossover styles with the modernization or homogenization of wine styles, but this still holds true for most wines that are typical. So, if you have a little bit of wine knowledge, you could reason that a Chardonnay from the generally warm area of South Australia would be a bigger, richer, lower acid, higher alcohol wine then a cool climate French Chardonnay from Burgundy. The Burgundy would be lighter, crisper, with less alcohol and more earth and minerals. All of a sudden you could contrast two types of wine based on their style and favors versus only brand knowledge. Consider going to local wine classes. This can not only help you with your wine knowledge but can be rewarding and fun to attend. It may also help you develop a list of wines to buy based on what you tried and liked. 2) Wine Drinking Diversity Tere are a couple of easy ways to diversify your wine drinking. First, consider the diversity of where the wine is from. Let’s
Te village of Châteauneuf-du-Pape in the Rhône wine region in southeastern France. Photo courtesy of Ofce de Tourisme de Châteauneuf-du-Pape.
use Sauvignon Blanc as an example. Te easy path could be to purchase four Sauvignon Blancs, all from California. Even if they are from diferent regions within California, there is a better way to achieve greater diversity. Instead, purchase a Sauvignon Blanc from four distinctly different geographic areas, such as Sancerre in the Loire Valley, France; Marlborough, New Zealand; Stellenbosch, South Africa; and, Napa, California. This gives you a choice of four distinct growing areas that are all Sauvignon Blanc but very diferent in style. Second, diversify your wine drinking by trying varieties that are less common but equally as delicious as the so called “must haves” that your guests are familiar with. Try grapes like Gruner Veltliner (Austria), Grenache (Spain, France or Australia), Viognier (California or France), Gewurztraminer (California or Alsace), Tempranillo (Spain) and Sangiovese (Italy), to name just a few. Glassware Many wine shops now offer a better glassware selection than just fve years ago. Better quality usually means larger, with some able to accommodate more than 25 ounces. Try glasses with a capacity of at least 12 ounces. Better quality glassware is expensive, but it does increase the quality of the wine drinking experience. Consider using better stemware simply as a natural and easy way to improve your wine drinking experience. One of the most popular wine glass brands is Riedel,
which offers dozens of different glasses to match the type of wine you are drinking. Tis may seem overcomplicated, but it can make tasting more interesting. My recommendation for this issue is a wine that captures a little wine knowledge, drinking diversity and is served nicely in a large burgundy-shaped wine glass. Châteauneuf-du-Pape In 1308 when Pope Clement V, former Archbishop of Bordeaux, relocated the papacy to the city of Avignon in the Rhône region of southern France, he took up his summer residence in an area 20 kilometers north of Avignon in what is now called Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Te wine was kept in regular supply at the papal residences and hence was called Vin du Pape. He also erected the castle, which still stands in ruin, that later became known as Châteauneuf du Pape, meaning “new castle of the pope.” Châteauneuf-du-Pape is made in both white and red versions. Te red wines are made with a blend of up to 13 varieties but with mostly Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre, and the white with mostly Grenache Blanc, Clairette, Roussane, Bourboulenc and Picpoul. As it is located in the southern part of the Rhône Valley in a warm Mediterranean climate, it makes a big, rich, lower acid and higher alcohol wine. Recommended producers: Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe, Le Vieux Donjon, Mont Redon and Château de Beaucastel. sl A Certifed Wine Educator, Harper is one of 140 professionals in North America and 220 worldwide who have earned the title Master Sommelier.
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1) Le Vian 18k Vanilla Gold pin with Blueberry Sapphires, Passion Ruby and Vanilla Diamonds ($6750; levian.com). 2) Carrera y Carrea“Alegoria” mini ring in 18K yellow and white gold with pink sapphires and diamonds ($2,900; carreraycarrera.com). 3) Lydia Courteille 18K gold earrings with sapphires and blue turquoise (price upon request; lydiacourteille.com). 4) A one-of-a-kind piece by Paul Crevoshay, "Octavian" was part of the 2013 one-woman exhibition titled “Garden of Light” at the Carnegie Museum of Natural History. Made of 18KT white gold and blackened Rhodium with opal, black diamonds, tsavorite and trill opal (price upon request; crevoshay.com). 5) Lydia Courteille 18K gold ring with black and brown diamonds, tsavorites, and pink jasper (price upon request; lydiacourteille.com). 6) One-of-a-kind Alex Soldier Sun Snail was handmade in New York City of 18 karat yellow gold and platinum, studded with yellow sapphires, citrines, garnets and diamonds (price upon request; alexsoldier.com). 7) Tis one-of-a-kind Crevoshay butterfy, a portrait of Riodinidae Calephelis Mutica, is part of Paula’ Crevoshay's Heritage series of American fora and fauna, Butterfy in 18K gold with black diamonds, sapphire and tsavorite (price upon request; crevoshay.com). 8) Aaron Basha double-decker ladybug rings ($4,200-$6,200; aaronbasha.com). 9) Pasquale Bruni “Liberty” necklace in 18K rose gold with white and champagne diamonds ($12,980; pasqualebruni.com).
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ALLURE OF THE LAKE Living la dolce vita at the Grand Hotel Tremezzo on Lake Como Written by Bridget Williams Insatiable is a word that adequately sums up my state-of-being whenever I am in Italy. It is a mindset that fnds me wanting to devour everything: the food, the landscape, the history and culture, the architecture, the frenetic banter of everyday conversations, and the hospitality and vigor of the Italian people. With each visit my appetite grows, leaving me conjuring up ways to cobble together my own version of an Under the Tuscan Sun scenario. When I find Italy calling, I always do my best to answer, and for my most recent visit I was drawn back to the shores of Lake Como and the Grand Hotel Tremezzo. Having gone the basic B&B route several years ago, my daughter and I were eager to pamper ourselves and live resplendently for a few days and nights at the storied property, which towers over the lake directly across the water from the town of Bellagio and next door to the famed Villa Carlotta, whose expansive and exquisite gardens draw admirers from around the globe (guests of the hotel can request complimentary tickets to tour the villa and gardens). 54 slmag.net
Built in 1910, Grand Hotel Tremezzo holds the distinction of being the first purpose-built hotel on the lake (other grand hotels of its era were born from repurposed villas). With 76 rooms and 14 suites, fve restaurants, three swimming pools (including one that foats on the lake in front of the hotel), a lighted clay tennis court, a children’s program, lavishly appointed common areas, lushly landscaped grounds, and the newly opened TSpa, the property is a full-service resort whose amenities rival the myriad delights to be discovered of property. Completely refurbished in 2015, the hotel’s public spaces are quite opulent, but thoughtful touches of whimsy keep them deftly skirting the line between old fashioned and au courant. For instance, in the Sala Musica, a gathering room adjacent to the lobby, tufted loveseats and armchairs upholstered in Day-Glo velvet cozy up to Empire side tables topped with traditional urn lamps with pleated shades. Contributing to the overall feeling of relaxed elegance is a family-owned company that believes in personable service at every level of guest interaction.
Te Flowers Pool is part of the fve-acre garden.
A park located along the Greenway del Lago di Como. Photo by Bridget Williams.
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Each guestroom and suite is unique, with defining characteristics in the form of antiques, art, paint colors, drapery materials and furnishings. Recently revealed “hyper-luxe” suites on the rooftop feature panoramic terraces with heated Jacuzzis. Positioned at the center of each of the four foors that comprise the original structure is a suite named after a woman of signifcance to Lake Como. Greta Garbo refers to Tremezzo as “that happy, sunny place” in the flm Grand Hotel (1932). She was a fan of room 113, now named Suite Greta. Recently enlarged, it boasts a large private terrace for soaking up the sun. For a property of many jewels, the center stone could arguably be the new TSpa, encompassing two 18th century villas, one for the spa and the other for a three-story ftness center. As someone who looks forward to the extra leisure time afforded by a vacation to spend a little more time working on my ftness, the gym was nothing short of heaven. Expertly outfitted with the latest and greatest in equipment, I loved the juxtaposition of 56 slmag.net
the high-tech gadgets within the centuries old structure. If the workout didn’t take my breath away, the views of the lake certainly did, and made the time spent there all the more memorable. In the TSpa, which received the 2016 “Most Glamorous Getaway” award from Tatler magazine, many of the villa’s original details, such as an intricate mosaic floor, were kept intact and mated with contemporary Italian-made furnishings by Minotti. Te entirety of the facility includes fve treatment rooms ofering ESPA treatments and products as well as treatments utilizing herbs grown around the lake; a hammam (the only one in Lake Como); an ice fountain; the most exquisitely appointed relaxation room, which had once served as the library for nearby Villa Carlotta; a sauna with a window overlooking the lake; and, the Mosaico nail studio. Promising the ultimate in privacy and pampering, Suite Emilia, discretely located in the villa, has private access to the spa. Serenely outftted in sumptuous velvet, damask and heavy silk drapery, the suite’s marble bathroom must be seen to be believed!
Te hotel’s lush gardens were originally part of the grand botanical gardens of nearby Villa Carlotta.
View from the ftness center. Photo by Bridget Williams.
A lakeview deluxe room.
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Te lobby of the Grand Hotel Tremezzo.
Tere are 75 steps from the street to the hotel’s Art Nouveaustyle grand lobby – a number that was not lost on my daughter who liked to point out that elevators were invented for a reason. In spite of her protests, I enjoyed taking the stairs to and from our explorations on and of property to both savor the view and wage a preemptive strike against the inevitable weight gain caused by my inability to resist overindulging in everything from limoncello to lobster. Another satisfying hike traverses through the hotel’s nearly fve-acre garden, originally part of the grand botanical gardens of Villa Carlotta. Te area was recently redesigned by well-known landscape architect, designer and botanist Emilio Trabella, who is also responsible for the gardens of Villa Balbianello and Villa Oleandra (home of George Clooney). A footpath that winds up steep hill rewards the efort at its apex with an amazing vantage point of the middle of the lake. Te spot is also a popular place to pop the question, and arrangements can be made with the concierge for a rose petal and champagne arrival to set the scene for such an occasion. Heart-stopping experiences of another nature are ofered by the concierge team in the form of new T Bespoke Experiences. 58 slmag.net
Among the pie-in-the-sky outings is a hydroplane ride over Como town, where an Alfa Romeo Spider will be waiting for you to drive it to the top of Comacina Island for a private sunset picnic overlooking the lake. Italians know a thing or two about cooking, and the dining options at Grand Hotel Tremezzo are arguably among the best on the lake. Executive Chef Osvaldo Presazzi also leads Italian cooking classes that include making pasta from scratch. Oenophiles can enjoy sommelier-guided personalized wine tastings from specifc Italian regions with an expert sommelier at L’Escale Fondues & Wine Bar, the frst fondue and wine bar to open on Lake Como. Presazzi and Chef Gualtiero Marchesi, a Milan native who is widely regarded as the founder of modern Italian cuisine, derived the menus at each of the five on-site restaurants collaboratively. To power up for our daily adventures, each morning we enjoyed a bounteous bufet at Le Terrazza. At night, the ficker of candlelight reflected in the floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the lake serve as a ftting backdrop for haute Italian cuisine. A highlight of our fve-course feast was undoubtedly Marchesi’s signature dish:
Al fresco dining is ofered at L’Escale.
traditional Milanese safron risotto garnished with a large square of edible gold leaf, though a fllet of veal with foie gras and black trufe competed handily to be counted among our favorites. Ofering a more casual, though no less gourmet experience, L’Escale is a dream for fans of Italian wine, as the restaurant’s cellar stocks no less than 350 regional varieties. Our affable waiter proved to be extremely knowledgeable in helping us with wine pairings that matched what was on our plates as well as our personal palette preferences. Te softly lit, cellar-like setting is distinguished by stone and brick walls, displays of wine boxes and bottles in grotto-like niches, and glass tabletops resting atop wine barrels stufed with corks. Our server presented our frstcourse caprese salad with a caveat, commenting that as we were about to experience the best Campania bufalo mozzarella we’d ever eaten, we should taste it before adulterating it with salt and pepper. His bold statement was quite warranted. With each bite we proclaimed that the dish was hands down the best version of the “Salad of Capri” we’d ever had. Tough the salad was hard to beat, cooking chunks of tender beef fllet in piping hot olive oil to our level of desired doneness and then fnishing each piece with a
selection of gourmet salts and sauces certainly made the highlight reel of our dining experiences in Como. Te hotel’s prime location, where two branches of the lake meet, is advantageous for day tripping. A ferry stop just across the street from the hotel provides quick access to Bellagio and other ports of call. Private tours aboard Ruy, the hotel’s 1961 Venetian lancia are also available. A 10km greenway accessible near the hotel follows traces of the Antica Strada Regina, the antique connection road built by the Romans through charming rustic villages and garden areas. As we discovered one evening, casual wandering is also a great way to discover hidden gems. The sounds of laughter and lively conversation led us to Cantina Follie, a wine bar and enoteca, located in a nondescript two-story building nearly indistinguishable from its neighbors on a narrow lane in Tremezzo. Sitting at a long communal table on the second foor terrace enjoying vino and charcuterie with a large group of locals, I thought it was moments like these that must be the embodiment of la dolce vita. sl For more information or reservations, visit grandhoteltremezzo.com.
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NUMBER TWO AT THE ROLEX THREE-DAY EVENT German Michael Jung becomes the second rider to win on the same horse in two consecutive years By Sophie Velyan Photography by Tony Bailey
Held each spring at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, the Rolex Kentucky Tree-Day Event Presented by Land Rover is the nation’s premier Tree-Day Event and one of the most prestigious equestrian competitions in the world. Part of an elite cadre, “Rolex Kentucky” is one of six annual events and the only one in the Western Hemisphere to be designated as a four-star eventing competition by the Te Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI), the world’s governing body of equestrian sports. First contested in 1912, eventing tests the bond between horse and rider as they compete in three disciplines: dressage, cross-country and jumping. Boasting a total paid attendance of 82,100 for the 2016 event, fans packed the outdoor stadium for the dressage and jumping competitions and tried to fend of the rain as they sloshed through the mud to line the cross-country course, comprised of four miles of challenging terrain designed by Derek di Grazia of Carmel Valley, CA to include obstacles, water hazards, banks and ditches.
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With a comfortable 13.3-point victory, Michael Jung of Germany became just the second rider to win the Tree-Day Event in two consecutive years, riding Fischerrocana, an 11-year-old German-bred mare. In addition to the coveted and iconic Rolex watch presented to the winner each year, Jung also took frst place earnings totaling $110,000. Rounding out the top three were Lauren Kiefer (USA) on Veronica in second place with a score of 52.5 and Maya Black (USA) in third on Doesn’t Play Fair with a score of 53.9. sl Te 2017 Rolex Kentucky Tree-Day Event Presented by Land Rover is scheduled for April 27-30.
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CHARACTER PRESERVATION Timeless elegance in Meridian-Kessler Written by Neil Charles Photography by Andrew Kung We are sitting in the dining room of this beautifully restored home in Meridian-Kessler having a polite debate over the correct term for the style of its construction. Is it Tudor, Jacobean or Elizabethan? Or is it an eclectic mixture of all three, with its herringbone brickwork on the chimney, shallow Romanesque and Gothic arches, cofered ceilings, ornamental millwork and steeply pitched slate roof? What of the minstrels’ gallery in the rear of the home and its delightfully quiet private space in which to read or enjoy the tranquility of the back garden? Whatever the correct technical term may be for this style of building, the home is, without doubt, of considerable beauty, both inside and out. Originally built in the 1920s for a local State Farm agent, Dr. Sheila Gamache and her husband, Bob Bates, are its fifth set of owners. Lovingly maintained over the years, a substantial addition was constructed in the rear by the third occupants, and a modern, sympathetically designed kitchen, as well as a bathroom in the basement, by the fourth. Te new owners were introduced to the home by local real estate agent Matt McLaughlin, a long-time neighborhood resident, when the house became available for purchase in 2012. Growing up in Irvington, Gamache always had her eye on Meridian Street. When this house became available, the almost empty-nesters saw it as an excellent opportunity to downsize from their large family residence and move into something a bit less cluttered. Gamache and Bates’s blended family contains fve kids, ages 19 to 28, one grandchild and two English Bulldogs, Opus and Bella. “We didn’t want the house to be full of Lego and toys anymore,” Gamache says. “We still have a teenage lair, so the children can feel like they are at the old place, but we wanted it to be more of an adult home. It’s so well taken care of that we just wanted to show of the house’s beauty.”
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Te stately beauty of a traditional Meridian Kessler home.
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Te home’s ornate details add distinction.
The services of Steve Gray Renovations and Rosalind Brinn Pope Interior Design were enlisted to renovate this almost century-old residence while respecting its original design sensibilities. For Steve Gray, this involved embarking upon an extensive restoration project, as there was considerable damage to structural elements at the rear of the building, as well as serious issues with one of the bathrooms. As a builder, the option of ripping everything out and starting anew was never a realistic consideration, as the owners wished to preserve as much character as possible. Instead, Gray drew upon his investigative talents to fnd the best solutions to the various problems. Gamache, a cardiologist whose diagnoses can mean the diference between life and death, considers her contractor “a wonderful diagnostician.” She says she refers people to Gray “because he takes the time to get to the root of the problem. You can’t fnd out what’s wrong and address the problem unless you can make the correct diagnosis.” Gray managed to locate the source of a bathroom leak and track down parts to repair the existing shower, all while preserving almost-impossibleto-replace pastel tile work. Outside, in response to challenges the 1920s construction faced nearly a century after installation, the builder fabricated replacement copper fashing and gutters along with new softs and structural members to relieve pieces rotted with decades of water exposure.
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Drawing on the high ceilings, lovely original iron sconces and a carved stone freplace, Pope chose soft neutral in the music room to create a calm and inviting room to read, visit with friends or play the piano.
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Moss-toned walls accent crisp white woodwork while custom silk stripe draperies add to the elegant tone.
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Te rich wood tones found on the kitchen cabinets and bar accentuate the home's traditional feel.
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Te master bedroom and dressing room (with the home’s original, built-in vanity) is painted in a soothing robin’s egg blue, complemented by draperies and bedding in soft cream and neutrals. A foral rug adds to the efect. Upper right: Rookwood tile in the hall bath.
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“Since this house was built, [builders] have learned a lot about fashing and modern building techniques,” Gray says. For her part, Pope brought her Southern sensibilities to the interior, working with a more subdued and modern color palette, but remaining sensitive to the architectural origins. “We wanted it to be a house where we could entertain, and it could be lovely, and we knew Roz was the person to do it,” Gamache says. Having designed and decorated the owners’ Florida condo, Pope was familiar with their tastes. She fostered a clean, classic look to the Meridian Street home, toning down some of the rigid formality and introducing a more relaxed, contemporary feel. “When I walk into one of these homes, I want it to be classic and clean, but I also want it to be comfortable,” Pope says. “We work with the client’s own antiques, furniture and art, then add in some purchased items, if necessary.” She points out a hutch and side bar, which belonged to the former owners and explains how some of Gamache’s old pieces were reupholstered. “Obviously, the foors and paneling are original — they stay,” Pope says. “I am very familiar with the architecture here. It was beautiful then, and it is beautiful now.” sl
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Exceptional Alpine dining in the heart of historic Fountain Square Written by Neil Charles Photography by Kelley Jordan Occupying an impressive, historic, street-level space across from the Fountain Square Theater Building on Shelby Street, Restaurant Pioneer is one of the latest additions to the steadily growing roster of high-quality restaurants that call Indy’s Fountain Square neighborhood home. Refreshing for its unwavering focus, Pioneer’s menu is precise and well-thought-out — not a ramen noodle or random application of bacon in sight. Here the food has been planned and devised by people who exhibit a clear passion for their craft and a desire to fully understand its possibilities. Chefs Justin Eiteljorge and Bryan Kanne take their inspiration from regional cuisine of sub-Alpine Italy, Austria and Germany, working within the geographical constraints of the region’s cuisines while lightening the proceedings with a deft modern touch. If one’s experience with German food is limited to items of the rib-sticking and slumber-inducing variety, then the immaculate Spatzle is a must try. Profoundly flavored, it is served in a light vegetable broth with ham, leeks, peas and asparagus. A carefully selected beer menu provides appropriate pairings for the predominantly umami-rich dishes. Eschewing the all-too-popular
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hoppy IPAs in favor of lean, tartly refreshing lagers and sours from both local and European producers, general manager J.B. Andrews and his bar crew have assembled a list that will appeal to purists and the adventurous drinker alike. Similarly, the wine list brings together the best of food-friendly organic and sustainable producers from Italy, Austria, Slovenia and Germany, including offerings that push the enological envelope into fascinating and unfamiliar territory. Above all, however, the cocktail list is what sets this unique establishment apart. Bringing years of obsessive research and experimentation to bear, the exciting and varied drinks menu features concoctions designed to enhance and complement the ambitious Alpine cuisine. A perfect evening at Pioneer might begin with one of the signature house cocktails, such as the invigorating Red Clay, featuring rye, Oloroso sherry and orange bitters, perhaps accompanied by a pot of the outstanding Arctic Char Rillette, some chicken liver paté and a plate of pickled beets. Carnivores might then choose to order what is arguably the fnest New York strip in town. A fork-tender hunk of meat possessing the most gorgeous deep crimson color that only comes with careful dry aging, the strip is a thing of rare perfection.
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Another dish of special note: the light-as-a-feather northern Italian gnocchi in a savory porcini sauce with morel mushrooms. The pork offerings impress, as well. Eli Creek Family Farm bellies and loins are treated in a predominantly savory manner, a theme that also carries over to the dessert menu, where a beautifully balanced olive oil and lemon curd cake is garnished with honey and salt or rhubarb appears with sour cream and almonds. Tis is real artisanal food, made with love and care, which lends itself well to over-ordering and sharing. German-style sausages are made in-house, as are various pickles and cheeses. Straddled between past and present, Pioneer offers a lively, contemporary vibe devoid of pretense or stufness. After
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spending the best part of a decade standing empty, the building now home to Restaurant Pioneer was finally renovated to architect Mark Demerly’s designs last year. "We set out to create a space that was both a restaurant and a music venue, intimate yet open,� Demerly says. “Connecting indoors to outdoors, the beer garden and the patio to the north on the original Pioneer Square, that the restaurant was named after, that was fun: to enhance the restaurant and at the same time, provide an amenity to the public, to Pioneer Square and the ability to open it up." Demerly says he enjoyed working with the original limestone, helping to restore the building to its original glory while enabling the ambience and character needed for fine dining and great acoustical space for music.
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Consisting of an intimate bar area and a larger main dining room complete with a stage for visiting performers, Pioneer’s style is a combination of traditional urban and contemporary post-industrial. Walls are clad in acoustical materials to help refne and dampen the sound, and foor to ceiling windows look out over a terrace and the neighborhood immediately beyond. At the side of the building, an enclosed and partially shaded patio looks out to Shelby Street. When I frst moved to Indianapolis, back in the late 1980s, Fountain Square was, to put it kindly, dilapidated and run down. For many years, it seemed as if this unusual neighborhood with its odd intersection of streets and its three-sided square, was on the point of being rediscovered and due for a renaissance of sorts. Restaurants, some more notable than others, came and went, but were unable to attract the critical mass of customers essential to maintaining a viable business. Fountain Square was 92 slmag.net
always “just about to happen" but was, for the longest time, just one step shy of becoming a fully realized destination. Finally, after years of patient hard work on the part of many urban pioneers, the area’s revitalization began to take root. While other parts of town were being aggressively reimagined as artistic Shangri-Las, Fountain Square’s impetus came entirely from within, in a totally organic fashion. Andrews, who is responsible for the development and execution of the Pioneer vision, established himself as a rising star in the Indianapolis restaurant scene at such top-flight establishments as Ball & Biscuit and Bluebeard. A polymath by nature, Andrews can be found producing and mixing music recordings at his home studio or booking bands to play at the venue’s regular musical events when he is not busy creating cocktails or running a high-volume dining room.
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Trained at Boston’s prestigious Berklee School of Music, Andrews pursues his twin interests in food and music with committed passion and seemingly no compromise. He surrounds himself with like-minded people to facilitate the realization of his visions. “Tere’s a vibrancy to this community,” he says. “It’s very art-centric, and right now this neighborhood is at a pivot point. There is a certain inevitability to gentrification, but we employ local people, hire local bands and support a very creative environment.”
In the sense that Pioneer’s menus focus on the savory, tart and acidic favors traditionally not central to Midwestern cuisine, the food might represent a challenge to conventional tastes and expectations, but that is where the excitement lies. For those who enjoy having their gastronomic buttons pushed, Pioneer represents a unique opportunity to experience a restaurant whose lofty ambition is more than matched by its achievement. It is a restaurant well deserving of its name. sl Restaurant Pioneer is located in historic Fountain Square at 1110 Shelby Street. Te kitchen is open from 5-10 p.m. and the bar is open until midnight Monday-Wednesday. TursdaySaturday the kitchen is open from 5 p.m. - midnight and the bar is open until 2 a.m. Pioneer is closed on Sunday. For more information, call 986.6761 or visit pioneerindy.com.
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LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY’S GALA
Te Leukemia & Lymphoma Society hosted over 900 guests at its eighth annual Man & Woman of the Year Grand Finale Gala on May 14 at the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown. Man & Woman of the Year is a unique 10-week fundraising competition among leaders in the community. Tis year’s 14 candidates raised a recordbreaking $1.1 million for blood cancer research. Dan Goodrich, a realtor with Te Mitchell Team at RE/MAX Ability, received Man of the Year. Women of the Year went to Abigail Boldt, a Brebeuf Jesuit sophomore student. Tis year’s candidates included: Alissa Moody, Lisa Schlehuber, Jessica Aldridge, Liz Childers, Brittany Young, Jake Merrill, Troy Dixon, Troy Montigney, Denis O’Brien, Alex Beatty, Eddie Rangel and Brandt Adams.
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CHUCKSTRONG TAILGATE GALA
Te fourth annual Chuckstrong Tailgate Gala set a record April 21 with nearly $1.2 million netted for cancer research at the Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center. Hosted by the Indianapolis Colts and head coach Chuck Pagano at the Indiana Farm Bureau Football Center, the tailgate gala raised funds through corporate sponsorships, live and silent auctions, and the annual Chuckstrong Giving Challenge. In all, the Chuckstrong initiative has raised $3.7 million for cancer research at the IU Simon Cancer Center.
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Approximately 350 guests attended the St. Margaret’s Hospital Guild Taste Indy event this year at the Basile Opera Center. Guests received exclusive access to tour the Decorator’s Show House and Gardens, followed by catered refreshment from premier restaurants and caterers. Taste Indy is one of the three special events that the St. Margaret’s Hospital guild hosts in conjunction with the run of the Decorator’s Show House and Gardens. Tis 100 percent volunteer initiative has raised over $12 million for the city’s public hospital.
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INDY YOGA MOVEMENT GALA
Indy Yoga Movement’s third annual gala, hosted by Pedcor Companies at the Indiana Design Center on April 22, celebrated work in the 2015 - 2016 school year to connect more than 4,300 Central Indiana students with yoga experiences. Trough the dedication and devotion of 17 lead yoga instructors and 55 volunteers, the group hosted 35 yoga programs (a series of 8 yoga classes) at 13 schools, plus additional classes at six other schools and community centers. Over 200 guests helped raise over $9,400 and enjoyed hors d’oeuvres by Blu Moon Café, a silent auction, and special guest Mary Reilly, a senior certifed Iyengar yoga instructor who studied under the world-renowned B.K.S. lyengar. 12 11
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JDRF’S ONE ROARING GALA
Over 900 people attended JDRF’s One Roaring Gala on April 23 at the JW Marriott. Te 19th annual gala was a record-breaking event, raising more than $1 million for type 1 diabetes research. Guests enjoyed a cocktail reception, silent auction, red carpet pictures, a jewelry rafe and more. Walker Information received the Living and Giving Champion Award for its support. Rich and Emily Boits received the Promise Light Family Award in recognition of their strength and courage in dealing with type 1 diabetes. To learn more about JDRF, visit www.jdrf.org.
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ASSISTANCE LEAGUE OF INDIANAPOLIS STAR GALA
Te Assistance League of Indianapolis held its annual Star Gala, “Around the World in 80 Days� on April 16 in a JW Marriott ballroom flled with hot air balloons and views of cityscapes from around the world. Almost 250 members and guests enjoyed cocktails, a silent auction, games of chance and music by Colin Matthews, as well as dinner and a live auction. One America received the Star Gala Award for its support. 6 4 5
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Te 32nd annual Moyer Open, benefting St. Mary's Child Center, raised a record amount in support of early intervention services for children who have experienced poverty, abuse, neglect, parents with disabilities or addictions, and violence in their home or neighborhood. Te May 16th pro-am charity event, held at Crooked Stick Golf Club, involved 120 participants.
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500 PRELUDE
More than 200 people attended the 3nd annual 500 Prelude benefting the Survivors of Violence Foundation on May 16 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame Museum. Dr. Gregory Chernof announced the development of a special fund for injured drivers and crew members, expressing special thanks for the support of Linda Vaughn, the Hulman George family and several racing legends, including Mario Andretti, Al Unser Jr, Bill Simpson, and Dario Franchitti. Founded in 2002, Survivors of Violence cares for people sufering from violent injuries and disfgurements. Te event raised more than $20,000.
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ONEAMERICA BROAD RIPPLE ART FAIR PREVIEW PARTY
Indy’s favorite art weekend launched May 20 with a Turkle & Associates- hosted VIP shopping experience at the Indianapolis Art Center. Nearly 150 guests attended the OneAmerica Broad Ripple Art Preview Party with exclusive frst-look access at works from more than 50 artists, plus refreshments and music from DJ Kyle Long. Te fair is the Indianapolis Art Center’s largest fundraiser and has served as Indy’s kick-of to the summer festival season for 46 years.
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“CALDER, THE MUSICAL" BENEFIT
Nearly 75 people attended a May 21 garden party to beneft “Calder, Te Musical.” Te IndyFringe Teatre Festival, to be held Aug. 18-28, will present an abbreviated version of the work by composer Dustin Klein and lyricist Tom Alvarez, who are also co-writing the book. Te world premiere of the full production will take place on Nov. 25, followed by a three-weekend run, at IndyFringe Basile Teatre. Te party, held at the Meridian Hills home of Jamie Gibbs and Paco Argiz, raised more than $5,000.
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Reis-Nichols Jewelers 20th annual Watch Event's April 28 kickof cocktail party featured a "one-night-only" Breitling watch collection, specialty libations by Idyll Lounge and food from Noah Grant’s with music by local artist Brett Wiscons. Habitat for Humanity received a portion of the evening’s proceeds. 6
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