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A Delicious Decade

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Man’s Best Friend

Compiled by Melissa Mahanes

We all want the best for our pets. Here are some new products and services for our dogs.

Ranger Station, the Nashville Fragrance House established in 2015 by Steve and Jordan Soderholm, has introduced ‘Bark Ranger,’ a limited-edition pet care collection developed in collaboration with Wags & Walks, a nonprofit dedicated to rescuing and rehoming dogs in need. With guidance from the Wags & Walks veterinary team, the collection includes a candle, shampoo, and deodorizing spray designed to make pet care easy, luxurious, and effective. It is available exclusively from the Ranger Station website and flagship store in Nashville. A portion of the net proceeds of Bark Ranger Candle sales will benefit Wags & Walks.

Ranger Station / 2905 12th Avenue South, #106, Nashville, TN 37204 / www.rangerstation.com

Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:00am-7:00pm, Sunday 11:00am-7:00pm

Scenthound, a dog wellness center that takes a health-focused approach to all services, has opened its newest Tennessee location in Franklin. They focus on the five core areas of maintenance that all dogs need: skin, coat, ears, nails, and teeth. Its mission is to provide exceptional care to all dogs, keeping them healthy and clean, and to be a trusted provider to all dog owners. Owners can be assured that their dog is receiving the best care and will be treated like a member of the Scenthound family.

Memberships start at $49/month and include the Basic Hygiene package: a bath with towel-dry, ear cleaning, nail trim, teeth brushing, and a 6-point wellness check. Scenthound provides other services like a shedding treatment, problem-skin treatment, or full haircut can be added on a la carte. Appointments can be made easily on the mobile app, taking the stress out of planning.

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In my previous Publisher’s letters, I have shared how important music is to me. The Rolling Stones hold a particularly fond place in my heart. I remember buying the Honky Tonk Woman 45 when I was 10, a moment that still brings a smile to my face. But it wasn’t until my friend Bryan Talbot gifted me the Sticky Fingers album for Christmas in 1972 that I truly delved into the Stones. Then, in early 1973, I was in the Truckin’ Blues Band, and they wanted me to learn the Get Yer Ya Ya’s live album version of Jumpin’ Jack Flash. So, I purchased the album and, eventually, the entire Rolling Stones catalog. The memories of those early days of discovering their music still fill me with a sense of nostalgia. I have learned so much of my rock ’n roll guitar from listening to and trying to copy Keith Richards and Mick Taylor. My favorite song has been Gimme Shelter ever since I purchased Let It Bleed in 1973.

I still remember the thrill of my first Stones concert at the Chicago Stadium in 1975, Ron Wood’s first tour with the Stones before he officially left the Faces and joined the Stones in 1976. It was an electrifying experience that I’ve been fortunate to relive on every U.S. Rolling Stones tour since, a whopping 17 times. So, I thought I would share some highlights of my lifelong journey with the Rolling Stones.

The next Stones show I went to was in 1978 at Soldier Field on the Some Girls tour. As fate would have it, the Stones stayed at our hotel, The Whitehall. Dad stayed behind and saw the Stones in the Lobby. After I returned from the show, we went to Ravinia Park with my freshmanyear roommate and his family to hear the Chicago Symphony play Beethoven’s 7th. It was a very memorable and quite surreal day.

In December 1981, I saw the Stones at the Super Dome during the Tattoo You tour with my college roommate John Tyson, the same year we graduated from Duke. The night before the concert, John’s car broke down on the way to pick me up from the airport, so we didn’t make it to the French Quarter until two in the morning, but NOLA was still in full swing. We hit the historic speakeasy, Pat O’Brien’s, and ended the evening (morning?) at a heavy metal bar called The Dungeon. We nursed the evening’s wounds the next day with bloody marys and eggs Benedict at Brennan’s.

In 1994, I saw them twice at Giants Stadium during the Voodoo Lounge tour. The second time was a last-minute surprise because Melissa’s boss, the contemporary art dealer Larry Gagosian, didn’t want to go that night because it was raining, so he gave Melissa his fifth-row floor seats from his friend, Mick Jagger. Unfortunately, Larry did not give us his backstage passes! It was probably the best show I’ve seen them do, and we didn’t mind the rain one bit.

Fast forward to 2005 to the Bigger Bang tour. Melissa and I brought Jack and Charlie to Chicago, where we stayed at the Ritz Carlton, where they provided babysitting while Melissa and I were at Soldier Field. As it happened, the Stones were also staying at the Ritz. Charlie, who was four then, and I were walking into the hotel after visiting Legoland when we passed Charlie Watts, dressed impeccably in a smart Saville Row suit. I said, “Hi, Charlie,” and Charlie Watts gave us a quick nod of acknowledgment. This brief encounter with the legendary Charlie Watts left us all in awe, a moment we still cherish.

The following year, we drove to Louisville, where we stayed at the Brown Hotel to see the Stones at Churchill Downs. This was the first time we took the kids to a concert. Jack was already a Stones fan and could play Start Me Up on guitar. He was standing on his chair, completely enthralled. Charlie, on the other hand, was ready to get out of the rain and started asking to leave by the 7th song. Alice Cooper, who opened the show, was also staying at the Brown Hotel. The next morning, our hotel waiter offered me a Tabasco bottle he had used. I have it displayed in the control room of my recording studio as a kitschy souvenir.

In June, the Mahanes continued our family tradition and saw the Stones at Mercedes Benz Stadium on the Hackney Diamonds tour. Mick Jagger, now 81, ran up and down the stage like he was 21 and gave quite the show. Keith Richards, 80, and Ron Wood, 77, weren’t playing like they did 50 years ago, but they still sounded great. It was a wonderful experience. Who knows how much longer they can do this? I hope I will have a chance to see them again—they truly rock.

Dave Mahanes, Publisher dave@slmag.net

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WILD SIDE

Jonathan Savage reveals his passion for contemporary design in his new book

In the South, we’re famously house proud. We entertain at home. We believe we know a thing or two about how to make a house welcoming, comfortable, and beautiful—a home, in other words. We also believe that every home should express the family’s personality, and reflect their history, spirit, and passions. Obviously, all of us live in our own way, even though the basic outlines of our lives may be the same in terms of our everyday activities at home. Yet the person who hosts dinner parties twice or three times a month has one lifestyle, while the person who never gives a party has another, and the person who entertains on a large scale still another. But regardless, the rooms always need to function for that person’s or that family’s purpose, which means they should be designed in a manner that’s complementary to their lifestyle. As an interior designer, of course, I hold this truth to be self-evident. My job as I see it is to create unique spaces—spaces

that express the personality and character of each family, that capture their specific tastes, preferences, and dreams, but above all, that work for the way they plan to use them.

I am a fan of intimate spaces where people can enjoy their conversations, so I’ll take expansive, elegant rooms and divide them into smaller, convivial, interesting spaces. I want people to have conversations in settings that bring them just the right amount of closeness to one another so they can laugh and share ideas and stories. There should always be a convenient spot to sit and a place to set down a drink. Whether people are in a room with seating for twenty or for four, they should be comfortable— and comfort is individual. This is why communication is everything. The better I know the families I design for, the more deeply I understand what they’re looking for, and the more their home will suit their personalities, needs, and dreams in the end.

Forward by Jonathan Savage from The Savage Style / Photos by James Belston, Douglas Friedman, Blake Ross and Julie Ross, Zeke Ruelas

I am a fast-paced New Yorker at heart, living in the South. I’m constantly on a plane and eager to see what’s new but also always happy to come home to Nashville. I travel like mad for the love of it. It’s inspiring, and it’s also part of my DNA as a designer to be out in the world on the hunt for special, unusual, exceptional things for my clients that no one else has or has ever seen—that woven carpet from Nepal drenched in colors you can drown in, that hand-embroidered cloth from Dubrovnik that shows the tradition of centuries. No matter how often I’m in London, Paris, or Milano, I always unearth something new, whether it’s a leather-wrapped piece by Jacques Adnet, a collection of Keith Murray ceramics for Wedgwood, or mid-century lighting blown on Murano. But as much as I love those cities, I also am wildly curious to see the wider world and its places, secret and not so secret, that are on and off the beaten track, as both a design-obsessed tourist and an open-eyed explorer. That said, I was raised on a farm in Livingston, Tennessee. Growing up in a small town in rural America where everyone knows everyone else and their grandmother means absolutely everything to me. And since Livingston is just two hours from Nashville, I had the best of both worlds—city and country— from an early age. Some days, I think I was born to be a designer. I certainly have houses in my blood because both my parents are in real estate. My father has developed countless residential properties. He is always building something, so the smell of lumber, the sound of hammering nails, and the idea of something being created and constructed has always been a part of who I am. My mother is a real estate agent who loves houses and often sold many of my father’s

projects. From the time I was a small child, I used to rearrange the living room, dragging furniture across my mom’s hardwood floors, which inevitably needed refinishing when I was done. The house I grew up in was a conglomeration of things passed down from both sides of the family. And in terms of decorating, my mom had the notion that more is more. My design aesthetic is just not that. After living eighteen years in an environment that was a hodgepodge of antiques and family heirlooms, less became more for me, even before I began studying interior design seriously. I started out in international business in college, but during my time abroad in London, I switched into the interior design program at the American University in London. When I moved back to Nashville, I put international business aside for good and enrolled at O’More College of Design in Franklin, Tennessee, now known as the O’More School of Architecture & Design at Belmont University. In my time as a design student, I was fortunate to know the legendary Albert Hadley, a fellow proud Tennessean (his middle name was Livingston, like my hometown) who, as a partner in the New York-based interior design firm Parish-Hadley, transformed the perception, the look, and the legacy of interior design in America. Consequently, after graduation, I decided I wanted to be a New Yorker. Mr. Hadley introduced me to David Kleinberg, a Parish-Hadley alum with a modernist bent in whose office I worked for the next few years. One of the most important lessons I learned there was that interiors should always be appropriate for the people, the place, and the time—or, as Kleinberg likes to say, “No silk ballgowns at the beach.”

The other highlight of my time in New York was meeting my life partner, Bradley Wensel, a business executive. When Brad was offered a wonderful opportunity in Nashville, we moved back to the Music City, and I opened my own firm. Ten years later, I opened my second office in Palm Beach, Florida. We’ve traveled back and forth between the two since then with our dog Artie, a Lagotto Romagnolo (Italian truffle hunter), who is the joy and light of our lives.

I realize that creating a home is a major investment, so I want to make sure that each one that I design works for the people who live in it. In my view, rooms only come alive when people use them, so I’m not a fan of spaces that don’t draw people in every day. In my house growing up, some rooms were never used, and others only when company was over or for special occasions. Today, the families I design for want to live in every square inch of their homes. My goal is to implement choices that make their spaces functional, interesting, creative, and above all, enjoyable and enduring. There are classic design principles that drive my thinking whether the home is traditional or modern. I believe the architecture of the home should drive the overall aesthetic throughout. But that said, sometimes the fun is the mix, and the home that’s traditional on the exterior may become its best self with the unexpected: an interior that’s clean, transitional, or more contemporary.

Geography matters, too, because the quality of light is obviously different from location to location, which affects the color palette. In South Florida, colors need to be perfect because

the sunlight is so vivid. In London, where it’s often gray and rainy, we might construct a more upbeat, happy interior to contrast the gloominess of the weather. In Los Angeles, I usually take a more tonal approach because the sunlight is not as direct. In the mountains, everything changes because the light reflects off the snow in the winter, and the colors of the surrounding plants, trees, and earth come forward in the spring and summer. Our home in Palm Beach is just one example of what I mean. We did a soothing, neutral interior there, with almost no color, because of the vivid blue skies and green palm and sea grape trees outside the window. Why would I even try to compete against Mother Nature when I know she’s always going to win?

The same idea of appropriateness applies to fabrics as well. Some feel destined for certain environments and not for others, whether it’s wool bouclé in the mountains or linen at the beach. In New York, I might use a lot of velvet and elegant fabrics. I probably wouldn’t use the same scheme in the country, in the city, and on the coast. The instinct for the right fabric for the right place is now a part of my nature. I’m a tactile person and partial to clothes and fashion, so I have a passion for texture and fabrics, especially fine apparel fabrics like linens, cottons, cashmere, silk, and other natural woven materials. (I dress most of the upholstery I design in men’s suiting fabrics.) But I couldn’t live without today’s performance fabrics—I use them all the time—because they’re engineered not just for durability and easy maintenance, but also to just feel wonderful on the skin.

I also love color. And while I don’t necessarily live in a lot of color, when a client wants color, we do color proud. I know the power lighting has in a home. Dramatic lighting overhead can change a space, make it more interesting, and make it feel taller because it draws the eye up to the ceiling. This is all to say that I customize each interior to the specific persona and family so their homes look like them, and not like anyone else. It’s hard work to do what’s different, but the different, individual, and unique is what’s important to me and to the creativity that I think lies at the heart and soul of my profession. The drive to make something never seen before that’s just perfect for its purpose has propelled me to work with so many talented craftspeople and artisans over the years: oldworld upholsterers who know how to build comfort that lasts for all different styles of rooms and, more important, all different body types; glass artists who can blow, carve, etch, mirror, and back-paint functional works of beauty for lighting, backsplashes, tabletops, and so much more; master carpenters and metal workers who know how to fine tune and forge the traditions of their artisanry into furniture and stair rails and so many other elements of the interior landscape that contribute to the scenery of a home and make it remarkable; painters who use centuries-old traditions of fine finishing to transform a room’s vertical surfaces and overhead planes into works of twenty-first-century art.

Of course, I also shop a lot, because shopping is really one of my passions in life, and in one sense, it’s why I do what I do. I get on a plane to Paris at least twice a year to put my nose to the ground and

find what no one else has. There’s always so much out there. And I’ve found that wherever you go, if you dig in, you’ll find something special, so why not make the most of the opportunity and treat it like a treasure hunt? I want to do what I know will make my clients proud. When people say, “Tell me what you think I need,” that’s a limitless task at hand. My team and I will stock the pantry. We’ll do the china, the linens, the glassware, the bedding, the towels, you name it, if that’s what that family wants and needs. If the person is a collector, we’ll be on the lookout for things to add to their holdings or suggest something new that might appeal. The point is to try to give people not just what they want, but what they don’t know they want. Everything in life depends on relationships. Trust matters. This is especially true in interior design because the process of creating a home is complex and a major investment of time and resources. I foster the trust I need to exceed my clients’ expectations by assuring them that my team and I have the expertise, that their floor plan works, that a set of dimensions is exact, and that rooms function differently depending on which decisions and choices they make. The back and forth of the design process, of giving people options, of showing what works and why, is what ultimately builds the relationship. Once you do that, you build a rapport—and in my experience, building rapport is building the interior. sl Savage Interior Design / Nashville, TN (615) 244-5674 and Palm Beach, FL (561) 284-0481 / savageinteriordesign.com

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A DELICIOUS DECADE

Nashville’s culinary classic Adele’s turns 10

Written by Melissa Mahanes

In the heart of Nashville’s bustling Gulch neighborhood, a culinary gem has quietly but steadily carved out a reputation as one of the city’s most beloved dining destinations. This year, Adele’s celebrates its 10th anniversary and its integral role in Nashville’s vibrant food scene.

Adele’s is the brainchild of Howard Greenstone, Founder of Red Pebbles Hospitality and celebrity chef Jonathan Waxman, a pioneer of California cuisine and a James Beard Award winner. Named after his mother, the restaurant was conceived as a space where comfort meets sophistication, blending a welcoming atmosphere with a menu highlighting the best locally sourced ingredients. The open kitchen design allows guests to watch the culinary team at work, turning each visit into a communal experience that feels as much about the shared joy of delicious food as it does about the dishes themselves.

One key element that has kept diners returning to Adele’s over the years is its ever-evolving menu. While rooted in simplicity, each dish is crafted with meticulous attention to detail, highlighting the ingredients’ natural flavors. Staples like Roasted Chicken with salsa verde and the Kale Salad have become iconic and celebrated for their consistency and quality.

The restaurant has also embraced change, frequently refreshing its offerings to reflect the seasons and the availability

of local produce. This commitment to freshness and innovation has ensured that there is always something new and exciting for regulars to discover. Adele’s has consistently supported local farmers, fostering a farm-to-table relationship that benefits not just diners but the entire local economy. Furthermore, Adele’s has been involved in numerous charitable events and community initiatives, reflecting a commitment to giving back to the Nashville community.

As Adele’s celebrates this milestone anniversary, there’s palpable excitement about the next decade. The restaurant continues to evolve, exploring new culinary trends while staying true to the principles that have made it so successful. In a city known for its vibrant food scene, Adele’s stands out as a place where innovation meets tradition, where every meal is a celebration of life’s simple pleasures.

As the Nashville community raises a glass to toast Adele’s 10th anniversary, they mark the occasion with a special menu of cocktails, one for each year. Cheers to more unforgettable memories at Adele’s! sl

Adele’s / 1210 McGavock Street, Nashville, TN 37203 / (615) 988-9700 / www.adelesnashville.com / Hours: Monday-Thursday 5:00pm-9:00pm, Friday 5:00pm-10:00pm, Saturday 10:00am-2:00pm, 5:00pm-10:00pm, Sunday 10:00am-2:00pm, 5:00pm-9:00pm / Reservations on OpenTable

BIG IDEAS

Ann Carrington sees magic in the ordinary and the extraordinary gardens of Cheekwood

Written by Tessa Jeffers / Photos by Sam Angel and Alexa Clark Kent

Every morning, Ann Carrington wakes up ready to create. It’s been that way for the British artist since she was a young child. “I just feel compelled, really, to make things. It’s just something that’s in my bones,” Carrington says. “When I was little, I enjoyed the process of starting with a flat piece of paper and being able to manipulate it into something amazing. I like people to be able to look at something ordinary, something you might see every day, and then be able to look at it with fresh eyes because I’ve made something with it.”

In the current exhibition at Cheekwood Estate & Gardens, INTERVENTIONS: Ann Carrington, she brings a fresh approach and engages with the Historic Mansion in exciting ways, such as creating stunning, cascading metal bouquets of flowers from ordinary silverware.

The internationally known Carrington, who lives and works in Margate, England, has created artwork for the United Nations and the Royal Family as well as having works in the permanent collections of the Victoria and Albert Museum and Royal College of Art, among others. INTERVENTIONS is an arts initiative to activate the historic period rooms in Cheekwood’s Mansion. Now in its third year, the

series invites renowned artists like Carrington from around the globe to imagine and implement a connection between their contemporary work and Cheekwood.

Carrington created bespoke bouquets inspired by the flora of Cheekwood’s 13 gardens, and remarkably, the flowers are made of silver, nickel, and steel cutlery. Carrington’s reimagined flowers include roses made of silver teaspoons; dahlias made of fork tines; viburnum, black-eyed Susans, purple passionflowers, and crepe myrtle blooms constructed out of assorted sizes of spoons and handles, often using ball bearings and nails as stamen; and peonies made with Art Deco berry spoons.

“Different flowers lend themselves to different types of spoons,” Carrington shares. “For the roses, the petals need to be very floppy and have a bit of movement in them, so I use silver-plated spoons, which are much softer. It’s much more malleable, so you can hammer them with a hammer. Whereas something like this [points to her bouquet, titled Kousa] needs to be really strong because it’s thin at the stems, so that’s steel.”

The bouquets have an immediate connection to the Cheek Estate, but other works in the exhibition dive deeper into the family’s history. For example, the enchanting equestrianthemed tapestry, Horsa, was inspired by the Cheek family’s love for horses. The tapestry, or “magic carpet,” as Carrington charmingly refers to it, is intricately woven with horse brasses, brass plaques, bits, keys, and chains.

Carrington’s chosen medium of manipulating, forging, and sculpting metal is laborious and intricate. She works with heating techniques like soldering and welding, the latter of which she learned about a decade ago specifically so she could fuse her metal flowers into elaborate, formidable bouquets. There’s an added

complexity as well: Because she uses found objects and scrap metal, initially she doesn’t always know what is under the surface of the material she’s working with.

“Different methods require different ways of joining,” Carrington shares. “Welding is my preferred way, but you can only weld steel. And silver requires soldering because welding is very hot, it melts the silver. Or they might need to be brazed, but quite often you don’t know what you’re dealing with because they are secondhand spoons—they’ve been made in different eras. Some of them are 200 years old, some of them are 10 years old, some of them are brand new. So, until you start, you don’t know quite what they’re going to do.”

Ann Carrington, Firecracker, 2023, silver, nickel, and steel plated cutlery.

Ann Carrington. Shaker Maker & Shaker Quaker, 2024, silver pepper pots, napkin rings and tureen handles.

Ann Carrington. Lindy Hop (Champagne Tower), 2024, silver plated goblets.

Ann Carrington, Rose Cent, 2023, hammered pewter.

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Another technique that Carrington uses in her work is repoussé, which is a French word for the ornamental patterns in relief made by hammering a material (such as copper or another metal) so that a shape pops out the other side. Two works displayed near the elevator on the Loggia Level of the Mansion incorporate repoussé: Rose Cent, inspired by the U.S. penny coin made between 1859-1900 and Flipside, inspired by the 1929 U.S. Liberty coin.

“My father was a collector of coins and stamps, so I like enlarging stamps and coins and then you can see the drawing and the design in them,” Carrington says. Rose Cent has an interesting backstory, which transpired while Carrington was traveling in Morocco.

“That idea came about when I was in Marrakesh,” Carrington relates. “I had it in my head that I wanted to make these big coins and there was a guy hammering copper, making this repoussé tray. I really liked it, and I said, ‘How much is that?’ And he said some crazy amount. I asked, ‘How’d you come up with that price? And

he said, ‘I charge per bang.’ And I just thought, ‘More bang for your buck.’ And then I thought, I’m going to go back to my studio and try this and that’s how it started.”

Not all of Carrington’s work is figurative. One sculpture on display at Cheekwood, titled Arrokoth, is her most abstract. Arrokoth is named after the most distant object that NASA spacecraft has photographed. She beams while explaining the concept.

“This object is like two planets that are merged together in an interesting, conjoined shape, and it has this bubbly surface,” she says. “I just felt I could interpret it really well with ladles. It’s my favorite piece. I just find it deeply satisfying, the shades in the silver and all the reflections that you get,” Carrington adds. Visitors to Cheekwood have an amazing opportunity to view it, along with 32 of her other inventive and imaginative creations, on display through October 27, 2024. sl

Cheekwood Estate & Gardens / 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville, TN 37205 / (615) 356-8000 www.cheekwood.org / Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 9:00am-5:00pm, Closed Monday.

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Carrington, Arrokoth, 2023, silver, nickel, and steel plated spoons.

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SUCH GREAT HEIGHTS

Situated at the gateway to the Bavarian Alps, Althoff Seehotel Überfahrt is a luxurious home for visitors to the "Hamptons of Germany."

Written by Bridget Williams / Photos courtesy Althoff Hotels

I could nearly hear the gears grinding as my brain began firing on all cylinders to etch a core memory as I walked along the shore of Lake Tegernsee in Rottach-Egern, about 31 miles north of Munich, Germany, this past spring. With rising temperatures signaling that winter's icy grip had finally loosened but still cool enough that a confectionery dusting of snow still clung to the highest alpine peaks, people (and their four-legged friends) were out in droves, strolling, sipping, paddling, dining, and smiling as they basked in the warmth of the sun's pinky promise that summer was rounding the corner.

With stringent building codes creating a cohesive Bavarian storybook scene, complete with folksy painted shutters and murals on the whitewashed building exteriors, a town center chock-full of upscale shopping and dining, a plethora of luxury cars lining the streets, and some of the priciest real estate in the country, this area is frequently called "The Hamptons of Germany." My steps were made even springier knowing that my accommodations—a dreamy two-

story lakefront Maisonette Suite in an iconic 5-star hotel—meant I could play this glorious day on repeat for the duration of my stay.

I must admit that my fellow travelers and I giggled like elementary schoolers when we pulled up to the hotel and spied the signage with the hotel's full name—Althoff Seehotel Überfahrt— although I am confident we weren't the first or the last Americans to do so. Überfahrt, we learned, means "crossing," a nod to the resort's location at the narrowest part of the lake, which has made it a vital boat crossing from the 15th century onward. At over 200 feet deep, the four-mile-long Lake Tegernsee, one of the cleanest in Bavaria, is a remnant of a long-gone Ice Age glacier. Its crystal-clear water (due in part to a ban on motorized watercraft) is fed by five rivers and morphs into a beguiling shade of "Tiffany Blue" during summer. Although the lake doesn't freeze over in winter, the water temperature rarely eclipses the seventy-degree mark, making a dip particularly refreshing in summer.

Althoff Seehotel Überfahrt is situated directly on Lake Tegernsee. At over 200 feet deep, the four-mile-long lake, one of the cleanest in Bavaria, is a remnant of a long-gone Ice Age glacier.

The Althoff Seehotel Überfahrt, a sprawling resort embraced by the lake on two sides and with mountain views all around, has proudly flown the Althoff flag for the past 15 years. The Althoff Hotel group, a Cologne-based business founded in the mid1980s by self-made hoteliers Thomas H. Althoff and his wife Elke Diefenbach-Althoff, is known for its three-pillar corporate philosophy that reflects the founders' passions: fine dining, architecture and interior accoutrements, and service.

Upon arrival, guests are greeted beneath a glass portico that melds into a green roof, a dramatic installation that preserves unobstructed lake views from inside the lobby. Public spaces, including five restaurants and the 176 rooms and suites, display ethereal elegance with a calming and quiet color palette enlivened through tactile details.

My third-floor, two-story suite was a stunner. Piped-in classical music in the vestibule made me feel like I was being welcomed like royalty. A first floor living room opened to a large terrace overlooking the lake and the nearby church of St. Lawrence, whose pointed belltower dominates the cityscape and provides a lovely soundtrack throughout the day. At the top of the stairs in my room, an enclosed solarium (ideal for sunrise yoga), provided access to another walled terrace with enchanting Bavarian Alps views and an alfresco dining area, making it easy to enjoy the crisp mountain air without lacing up your hiking boots. A highlight of the sprawling

bathroom, outfitted in Rojo Alicante marble, was the Swarovski "starry sky" light installation above the tub that reminded me of the starlight headliner in a Rolls-Royce.

During my visit, the hotel had just ended a ten-year run with a 3 Michelin-starred chef at the helm of its fine dining offering, Restaurant Überfahrt. Before the announcement that Cornelia Fischer, a native of Lower Franconia, would take the helm as Executive Chef, Restaurant Überfahrt hosted a series of pop-up dinners with prominent-starred German chefs. The restaurant's interior was enchanting, with sumptuous channel upholstered walls in deer leather (from which the finest Lederhosen are crafted) and dreamscape-like black and white Lake Tegernsee photographs.

Charismatic and prominent German celebrity chef Alexander Hermann was in the kitchen during our visit, serving a menu highlighting the "greatest hits" from his restaurants, including two Michelin-starred Aura by Alexander Herrmann & Tobias Bätz. Amply demonstrating his made-for-television looks and personality, Hermann had the German clientele enrapt when he emerged from the kitchen to describe each course. If this was just a placeholder experience, I can only imagine the fine dining fête that Fischer, who honed her skills at some of the finest restaurants in Germany and Switzerland and was named "Female Chef of the Year 2024" by Schlemmer Atlas, a preeminent German gourmet guide, will provide.

The focal point of Restaurant Bayernstube is a blue-and-white tiled kachelöfen, a type of masonry heater used in this area for centuries.

A locally sourced in-suite snack, including Herzoglich Bayerisches beer, brewed on the shores of Lake Tegernsee since Benedictine monks founded the distillery in 1050.

You can bring a taste of Tegernsee home by attending a class in the hotel's "Genusswerkstatt," an on-site cooking school.

Fine dining is a cornerstone of the Althoff Hotel experience.

We traveled to Germany in style and comfort, departing from NYC's JFK airport aboard Condor's new A330neo. While the aircraft's planet-friendliness, cabin quietness, and Condor's top-drawer lie-flat Business Class experience are undoubtedly attention-grabbing, it's their fleet's lively and colorful beach umbrella-style striped paint job that turns heads on the runway. I arrived rested, well-fed, and ready to commence an ambitious itinerary (condor.com)

A horse-drawn carriage through the surrounding area with champagne in hand is an elegantly easy way to enjoy the landscape.

Photo of a lakeview room by Jannis Hagels.

A Spa Suite

Memorable dining moments aren't limited to the fine dining restaurant, as I learned at breakfast on my first full day. The buffetstyle spread, complete with live cooking stations, was a sight to behold. And, since I've convinced myself that calories consumed in Europe are calculated differently from those stateside, I dove head-first into a late lunch replete with authentic Italian cuisine at Il Barcaiolo (awarded 2 toques from French restaurant guide Gault et Millau). The chef, who hails from Lake Como, travels to Italy twice a month to source staples for the kitchen, and it shows.

I also went all-in for an authentic Bavarian feast at Restaurant Bayernstube, donning a dirndl I procured from a shop in the town center earlier that day. The focal point of the dining room is a blue-and-white tiled kachelöfen, a type of masonry heater used in this area for centuries. We washed down our "Bavarian mezé" of 12 vegetable side dishes accompanied by meat and cheese fondue with Herzoglich Bayerisches beer, brewed on the shores of Lake Tegernsee since Benedictine monks founded the distillery in 1050.

You can bring a taste of Tegernsee home by attending a class in the hotel's "Genusswerkstatt," a cooking school that’s operates from a freestanding contemporary glass box with a rustic interior and topof-the-line GAGGENAU appliances.

Althoff Seehotel Überfahrt's spa and fitness offerings are comprehensive. The 28m indoor pool is a piscine palace outfitted with enough marble to rival a Roman bath. Elke Diefenbach-Althoff devised the holistic treatments for the 4 elements spa, which are carried out in spacious, light-filled, garden-facing rooms.

As the gateway to the Alps, the area is a haven for hikers, including hut-to-hut hikes. The Tegernseer Hütte trek, a nearly 6-mile route with 2,900 feet of elevation gain, is considered the pinnacle experience—and not for the faint of heart). An easier option for chasing a mountain high is the Wallbergbahn gondola. In winter, the lift provides access to Germany's longest and most challenging natural sledding run. A horse-drawn carriage through the surrounding area with champagne in hand is an elegantly easy way to enjoy the landscape. With such an expansive playground at your fingertips, recreation opportunities are limited only by guests' imagination. While Easter through October is considered high season, a robust schedule of annual events makes the area ideal for a visit any time of year. A complete calendar of area events can be found at tegernsee.com/en/events. So, whether you choose winter schussing or summer sipping at the Althoff Seehotel Überfahrt's lakefront Dom Pérignon bar, a haute Heidi experience awaits sl For more information visit althoffcollection.com/en/althoff-seehotel-ueberfahrt/the-hotel.

The balcony of the Maisonette Suite provides an unobstructed view of the storybook setting.

Compiled by Bridget Williams

PURPLE REIGN

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ON CLOUD WINE

Perched high above Oregon’s Willamette Valley, Grange Estate is the famed wine region’s newest luxury lodging option.

Written by Bridget Williams

Already an early riser, on the first morning of my trip to Oregon's Willamette Valley, I was surprised to see dawn's first light peeking through the drapery in my suite at Grange Estate, a charming nine-room inn that opened in late June. Always down to catch the sunrise, I decamped to the sectional in the living room, where I sat gob-smacked for the next twenty minutes as the sun slowly emerged from behind the Cascade Range, illuminating the snowcapped peak of Mount Hood.

A primo location nearly 1,000 feet above 100 acres of vineyards is just one of the many covetable attributes of Dundee Hill's newest lodging option, available exclusively to members of the Foley Food & Wine Society (free to join at foleyfoodandwinesociety.com). As a "serial acquirer," billionaire businessman Bill Foley's foray into the wine world began in 1996 when he and his wife Carol purchased 1,000 acres in Santa Barbara County, California, and established Foley Family Wines. Since then, the industry dabblers have become dominant, acquiring more than 20 prestige wineries from the West

Coast to New Zealand and quickly closing in on a company goal of reaching a cumulative volume of 2 million cases.

Also under the Foley Entertainment Group umbrella is a growing portfolio of hotels and restaurants, including Hotel Les Mars in Healdsburg, CA; Farmhouse Inn in Forestville, CA; Hotel Californian and Blackbird restaurant in Santa Barbara, CA; Whitefish Mountain in Whitefish, MT; Wharekauhau Country Estate in Palliser Bay, New Zealand; and MacArthur Place in Sonoma, CA. Members of the company's Food & Wine Society can use loyalty points to access exclusive experiences and special events.

Grange Estate shares the hilltop with a handsome multipurpose building in the same architectural style, which houses the tasting room for The Four Graces Winery, Anthology tasting experience, and multiple private event spaces. It is also home to the well-established and Tuscan-inspired Black Walnut Inn & Vineyard, whose breakfast room, gym, and public spaces are available to guests of Grange Estate.

Sunrise view from the Jory Suite Photo by Bridget Williams

The Four Graces tasting room shares the space with the open kitchen of Anthology restaurant.

Games and books are available for guests’ use in the first floor gathering area of The Grange Estate.

Living room in the Jory Suite

Photo by Aubrie LaGault

A hand-crafted black walnut headboard is a focal point of the Aeolus room.

Photo by Aubrie LeGault

Second-floor Laurelwood Suite

Photo by Aubrie LeGault

Photo by Aubrie LeGault

Designed by Portland-based architecture firm Urban Patterns and boasting a modern farmhouse vibe, each of Grange Estate's guestrooms presents a unique melding of contemporary styling, artisan-made furniture, artwork with a sense of place, and a healthy dose of nostalgia. The cumulative effect creates a homelike appeal, beginning in the first-floor common area with its plethora of intentional coffee table books, board games, and seating areas that inspire an atmosphere of conviviality.

If your stay occurs Thursday through Sunday, don't miss the communal culinary extravaganza offered twice nightly at Anthology. We were offered a glass of Foley Family Brut, made following the Méthode Champenoise, at arrival. As a warmup to Executive Chef Chase Williams' hyper-seasonal menu, a server presented a silver tray laden with carrots appearing as if they'd been dipped in white chocolate. The deceptively simple presentation belied a complex layering of ingredients that packed a punch. We couldn't wait for the eight courses comprising the "Gather & Preserve" menu to follow. With just 14 seats and an open kitchen, Anthology is the realization of the affable Williams' long-held dream. The James Beardnominated chef, who joined the Black Walnut team in 2018, works

in tandem with long-time collaborator Zack Ehrlich. They take turns explaining each dish, accompanied by a hand-drawn menu card created by Williams. At the end of the meal, the cards are gathered into a little folio that becomes a unique keepsake of the evening.

The duo changes the menu at Anthology every two months. Perfectly paced and expertly accompanied by wines culled from the Foley portfolio and beyond, course after beautiful course showcased what happens when culinary prowess intersects with fond childhood memories. While my husband gushed over the "Cherries and Duck," I was partial to "Farmer's Choice." A throwback to the first item Chef Chase put on the breakfast menu at Black Walnut, I found it hard to believe that so much flavor—truffled bearnaise, maple lardon bacon, Fresno chili, and chives— could be so harmoniously contained within the confines of a hollowed out eggshell. Every detail, from river rock vessels sourced in Denmark to substantial wineglass bowls seeming to defy physics perched atop delicate, slim stems, contributed to the specialness of the evening, making it much more than just a meal.

Outside of Anthology, guests of Grange Estate, Black Walnut, and The Four Graces can experience Williams and Ehrlich's cuisine.

Breakfast room at The Grange Estate

A walk-behind waterfall on the Trail of Ten Falls in Silver Falls State Park

Photo by Bridget Williams

Pinot tasting in the private tasting room at The Four Graces

Photo by Aubrie LeGault Farmer’s Choice at Anthology

Our farm-fresh breakfast each morning provided an ideal way to fortify ourselves for busy days spent hiking and wine tasting. In the Four Graces tasting room, akin to a modern cathedral for oenophiles, the Sip & Savor Experience offers a generous board of seasonal bites to explore The Four Graces' Single Vineyard Pinot Noirs. While you're there, check out the covetable walnut wine shelving in the private tasting room, a stunning handmade table of locally sourced black walnut surrounded by refurbished chairs from Princeton Law School in a "crow's nest" event room, and a wine wall that serves as a "greatest hits" display from the entirety of the Foley portfolio.

The Dundee Hills AVA is regarded as the epicenter of Oregon Pinot Noir. It's one of 12 American Viticultural Areas in the Willamette Valley, boasting over 900 wineries. Our summertime visit was perfectly (or imperfectly) timed with an extreme heatwave, meaning that we couldn't use Grange Estate's cozy fire pits and woolen blankets, and making tasting copious amounts of pinot less palatable. However, we're not that easily discouraged, so in addition to our tasting at The Four Graces, we made time to visit a few of our favorite winemakers, including the living room tasting room in the home of Scott and Denise Flora

at Native Flora (nativeflora.com); the "urban" tasting room at Purple Hands (purplehandswine.com) and the iconic Red Barn tasting room at Arterberry Maresh (mareshredbarn.com).

We headed a little over an hour west to Cannon Beach to find respite from the heat. After a long and slightly chilly stroll on the broad four-mile-long beach, which took us past the iconic Haystack Rock where Tufted Puffins were nesting, we perused the art galleries and farmer's market in the small beachfront town before tackling the Clatsop Loop Trail in Ecola State Park. Further south, Depoe Bay is a hotspot for whale watching, with a designated Whale Watching Center equipped with binoculars and volunteers on hand to answer questions. Also roughly an hour away southeast of Dundee is Silver Falls State Park, Oregon's largest state park. At just under nine miles, its Trail of Ten Falls passes ten waterfalls, four of which you can walk behind. Every direction we traveled offered super scenic drives (and ample roadside stands to pick up seasonal produce, including hazelnuts, marionberries, and lavender ), making Grange Estate an ideal homebase for exploring Oregon's diverse landscapes. sl

For more information about The Grange Dundee Hills visit foleywinesdundeehills.com.

Executive Chef Chase Williams

Photo by Aubrie LeGault

Chef Zack Ehrlich. Photo by Aubrie LeGault

Part of the landscaping crew at Native Flora

Photo by Bridget Williams

You can pick your own bouquet at Wayward Winds lavender farm in the Dundee Hills.

Photo by Bridget Williams

FALL BACK

New timepieces to mark the end of Daylight Saving Time in style

Compiled by Bridget Williams

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LE ROYAL TREATMENT

It’s easy to adjust to palace life at Le Royal Monceau - Raffles Paris

Written by Bridget Williams / Photos courtesy of Le Royal Monceau - Raffles Paris

"These days, you eat with your phone first," said pastry chef and entrepreneur Yazid Ichemrahen during a tasting of his sweetest hits at Le Royal Monceau - Raffles Paris, where he was recently tapped to lead the pastry and dessert program. With 1.6 million Instagram followers, the thirty-something, who, at the tender age of 22, became the youngest chef to be named a World Pastry Champion, knows a thing or two about appealing visuals, backed up by a unique approach that's lighter on sugar and heavy on raw ingredients. "By adhering to a single rule—no more than three ingredients and three textures in any single dessert—a recipe for happiness emerges," said Ichemrahen.

Under Ichemrahen's direction, the dessert course at each of Le Royal Monceau's dining outposts becomes an event, with a member of the pastry team finishing off creations tableside. This elevation brings the last course up to par with first impressions

upon entering the whimsical and wonderful Palace Hotel, located in Paris' 8th arrondissement. While just a stone's throw from the Arc de Triomphe, the hotel feels worlds away within a chic residential area notable for the charming Parc Monceau (established three years before the signing of the Declaration of Independence).

Terrifically theatrical and taking cues from the 1940s and onwards, the Philippe Starck-orchestrated interiors in public spaces and the 149 guestrooms and suites are heavily focused on contemporary art and mirrored surfaces, with generous helpings of crystal, application of grand scale, and the unexpected, such as the trippy floor-to-ceiling stripes in the guest room corridors. A product of the roaring Twenties, Le Royal Monceau retains the vanguard spirit of the era, with halls once roamed by Josephine Baker and Ernest Hemingway reimagined by Starck, a Parisian native, through a lens of contemporary joie de vivre.

Il Carpaccio’s main dining room, set within a greenhouse space framed by a manicured garden, is a feast for the senses even before the first plate arrives. Photo by The Travel Buds.

Presidential Suite

Photo by Vincent Leroux

Photo by Patrick Locqueneux

Prestique Suite

Photo by Patrick Locqueneux

Presidential Suite.

Photo by Zoe Fidji

Royal Monceau Suite bathroom

Photo by Patrick Locqueneux

Ray Charles Suite

Photo by Patrick Locqueneux

Pastry chef and entrepreneur Yazid Ichemrahen in the hotel’s smoking room

Le Bar Long Photo by The Travel Buds

Dome pendant lights, nearly the diameter of the round tables below, ring the perimeter of Matsuhisa Paris, Chef Nobu Matsuhisa's first Matsuhisa restaurant in France.

Chefs Oliver Piras & Alessandra Del Favero of the Michelin-starred Il Carpaccio

Photo by The Travel Buds

The lobby's monumental staircase, with walls sheathed in mirrors, is reminiscent of Coco Chanel's famed escalier connecting her second-floor apartment at 31 Rue Cambon with her boutique below. An installation of massive crystal chandeliers, part of the hotel's inventory since it opened and hung at varying heights, amplifies the drama. The first time I took the stairs up to my room, I was caught off guard by Russian artist Nikolay Polissky's installation of 15 life-sized wooden elk and deer arrayed on the first landing.

Views from the dormer windows of my 7th-floor junior suite framed what I fancied as my ideal dream apartment, complete with a terrace, on the same floor in a Hausmann building across the street. My suite's interior was a beguiling mix of blonde wood paneling, camel-colored leather furniture, and otherworldly blown glass sconces and table lamps (including one with a purposely off-kilter shade that I tried to straighten more than once). While Versailles has its Hall of Mirrors, I enjoyed the funhouse effect created by a fully mirrored closet and bathroom. Perfect natural light projectors, leaning floor mirrors at either end of the room concealed televisions. Hung next to the bed in every room is a copy of a different love letter culled from the hundreds Jean Cocteau wrote to his beloved Jeannot (Jean Marais).

Hoping to refresh my jet-lagged complexion, I headed straight to the Clarins & myBlend Spa shortly after check-in for ninety minutes of pure bliss via a myBlend facial. The indulgent treatment included donning a MyLedMask (which, showing my age, made me think of Billy Joel's The Stranger album cover). I returned to the spa facilities several times during my stay to sweat it out in the hammam, sauna, and sprawling fitness center, spread out over four rooms and encompassing a private Thai Boxing

studio and one room entirely dedicated to Pilates with the latest Reformer and Cadillac machines.

The hotel's Le Bar Long is the spot for an elevated apéro among the local chic set. Starck conceived the illuminated long bar to switch up the repetitive face-to-face layout between patrons and a bartender moving behind a bar. A nearby smoking room, dramatically rendered in red from floor to ceiling, is said to represent Starck's vision of hell (which is far chicer than I would have imagined).

While it may be in the city's heart, Le Royal Monceau's culinary program pulls from a global playbook, partnering with some of the world's most famous chefs for its fine dining experiences. Matsuhisa Paris is Chef Nobu Matsuhisa's first Matsuhisa restaurant in France. In the high-ceilinged space, dome pendant lights, nearly the diameter of the round tables below, ring the perimeter. Stéphane Calais' fresco mural, Jardin à la Française, adorns the ceiling. During breakfast, the same space becomes La Cuisine, where chef Norihisa Semboshi presides over a sumptuous breakfast buffet that takes it up a notch during Royal Sunday Brunch, an impressive display of global cuisine and French supremacy in the pastry arts.

It's hard to imagine the painstaking hours it took for craftsman Thomas Boog to create the fresco of hand-glued shells on the walls within Il Carpaccio. The main dining room, set within a greenhouse space framed by a manicured garden, is a feast for the senses even before the first plate arrives. Within six months of reopening in 2022, the restaurant, a collaboration with the three-star Da Vittorio in Lombardy, Italy, and chefs Oliver Piras and Alessandra Del Favero, received a Michelin Star. Put your experience in the hands of the chef and sommelier for their six-course tasting menu and thank me later.

The Philippe Starck-orchestrated interiors in public spaces and the 149 guestrooms and suites are heavily focused on the unexpected, such as the trippy floor-to-ceiling stripes in the guest room corridors.

and inspiration for

My visit this past spring was a tad too early to enjoy the leafy respite offered by the courtyard of La Terrasse, where tables from Matsuhisa Paris and Il Carpaccio spill out into the garden. At the center, a clear-bottomed cocktail pool provides a glimpse of swimmers in the subterranean spa pool, one of the largest indoor pools in the city.

In a city with no shortage of luxury hotels, Le Royal Monceau differentiates itself from its peers with scores of unique guest experiences. Paramount among these is a dedicated, in-house Art Concierge, a world first in a luxury hotel, who can devise custom art-centric itineraries and tailored visits of the hotel's private collection, comprised of more than 300 pieces.

Rain scuttled plans for "Fleur Royale," a plein-air watercolor experience with Mireille Blanc and Eva Nielsen, professional artists and instructors at the Académie des Beaux-arts, so the concierge pivoted and moved us as close to the outdoors as possible without getting wet: the dining room at Il Carpaccio. Despite none of us in our group having an artistic background, supportive guidance from the instructors and a bit of liquid encouragement had us creating mini masterpieces that became a highly personal souvenir.

A port tasting with Italian-born sommelier Gabriele Del Carlo in the living room of the Ray Charles suite is one of many unique

food and beverage experiences available to Le Royal Monceau guests. Charles and Arlette Kotchounian, his French paramour photographer, were Le Royal Monceau regulars. Kotchounian's photographs of the couple during their visits add an aura of intimacy to the suite, a repository for Paris' only in-suite Pleyel grand piano (a professional pianist can be booked upon request).

Del Carlo, named Italy's best sommelier in 2011 and 2017, has facilitated a $1 million investment in expanding the wine list since his arrival. His focus on Vintage Port is unique in the city; Le Royal Monceau is the only hotel offering Quinta do Noval Nacional Vintage Port by the glass, an experience Del Carlo likens to being able to buy a single pour of Burgundy's Romanée-Conti.

During a dessert demonstration with Ichemrahen, a trio of simple but very high-quality ingredients, including chocolate sourced from Vietnam, seemed to magically coalesce into the most decadent mousse. As Ichemrahen deftly turned the spatula, we gleaned some insight into why this contemporary culinary luminary finds a kindred spirit in a nearly one-hundred-year-old palace hotel: "We have a similar mindset, focused on luxury and forward-thinking," he said. sl

For more information about Le Royal Monceau – Raffles Paris visit leroyalmonceau.com.

Stéphane Calais' fresque mural, Jardin à la Française, adorns the ceiling in the dining room of Matsuhisa Paris.

Photo by Bridget Williams

Beef carpaccio with black trufle is a signature dish at Il Carpaccio.

Photo by The Travel Buds

Tools

“Fleur Royale," a plein-air watercolor experience

DO / Before a special night out, take a short stroll across the street from the Le Royal Monceau - Raffles Paris to Patrick & Marcel Coiffure (6 Rue Dupont des Loges) for a "brushing," the French term for a blowout. The fabulously coiffed duo recently posted their red-carpet pics from the Cannes Film Festival on their Instagram account, @patrickandmarcel.

EAT / For an authentic French brasserie experience without pretense, head to Le Bon Georges in the 9th arrondissement (lebongeorges.paris)

Maxim's de Paris, founded in 1893, enjoyed a long run at the pinnacle of fashionable restaurants. When I last visited in 2016, the shine on its famous Art Deco interiors has dimmed, with unenthusiastic staff delivering an expensively underwhelming experience. The landmark's new owners unveiled a refreshed Maxim’s earlier this year, and its new hauteness lived up to the hype, with palpable energy, a preponderance of leggy models seated around the tables, live music, and solid classic French cuisine. (restaurant-maxims.com)

SEE / Surrealism: The Centenary Exhibition – Center Pompidou

The centenary exhibition, centering around poet André Breton's Manifesto of Surrealism , published in 1924 and on loan from the Bibliothèque nationale de France, brings together works by Surrealism's leading artists, such as Salvador Dali, René Magritte, Dorothea Tanning, Tatsuo Ikeda, Leonora Carrington, Max Ernst, Helen Lundeberg, and Joan Miro. (centrepompidou.fr/en/)

Desserts at each of Le Royal Monceau’s dining outlets are finished tableside by a member of the pastry team.

Photo by Bridget Williams

A port tasting with Italianborn sommelier Gabriele Del Carlo in the living room of the Ray Charles suite is one of many unique food and beverage experiences available to Le Royal Monceau guests.

Le Bon Georges offers an authentic brasserie experience without pretense.

Photo by Bridget Williams

HIP TO BE

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A SHORE THING

provided

for over a century.

Written by Bridget Williams / Photos courtesy of The Grand Hotel Tremezzo, Passalacqua and Villa Sola Cabiati

The Grand Hotel Tremezzo has

luxurious la dolce vita on Lake Como

Third-generation hotelier Valentina De Santis is not in the business of making her guests cry. Still, it occasionally happens, recalls Gregory Bradelle, Manager of Passalacqua, the crown jewel of the De Santis' family holdings on Lake Como. During a recent visit, he recounted that several guests, upon the stunning setting of the

Bellini Suite (the largest on the lake at 2,600 square feet), have been brought to tears by its grandeur. In response, Valentina, whose sunny disposition elicits the sun's gravitational pull, making you want to remain in her orbit to bask in her innate gioia di vivere as long as possible, threw her head back in laughter.

Lake Como is a dreamy destination on its own, and embellishing the fantasy is all in a day's work for a woman who fondly remembers childhood summers spent as a real-life Eloise in the Grand Hotel Tremezzo, the first hotel on Lake Como and one of its most legendary. As an only child, Valentina says she regarded the hotel as her personal castle, with her reigning (and running the halls) as its princess. This past spring, the princess of pop, Taylor Swift, made another of the DeSantis' properties —Villa Sola Cabiati—"Insta famous" when she and Travis Kelce stayed at the exquisitely restored 12-bedroom, 16th-century lakefront villa, which typically rents for $21,000 /night.

While her welcoming hospitality is innate and effortless, Valentina's attention to detail is quite intentional and calculated, down to the staff's Lega tennis shoes emblazed with the hotel's logo—in orange at Grand Hotel Tremezzo and yellow at Pasqualina.

The Grand Hotel Tremezzo—situated across the lake from the boutique-lined cobblestone streets of Bellagio, the snow-capped peaks

of the Grigne Mountains, and right next door to the splendiferous gardens of Villa Carlotta—is my embodiment of a postcard-perfect version of a Lake Como holiday. My lakefront accommodation, suitable for a baroness, was outfitted with fine antiques—heavy on marquetry and ormolu, along with lush fabrics with a nice hand and substantial trim—personally selected by Valentina and her parents. The overall effect projects a playful attitude and a feminine touch. Fabulously fussy, the De Santis' have created a dreamscape with a unique sense of place that even a modernist like me appreciates for its craftsmanship and enduring appeal.

Each morning, after heading downstairs for an early Americano and a selection of cheese and charcuterie from the elegant breakfast buffet spread complete with polished silver serving pieces, I spent time on my lakefront balcony, where the elevated perch provided a cinematic-like view of the vignette below: smartly attired staff delivering an Aperol Spritz to guests lounging on orange and white beanbags arrayed around the deck of the floating pool;

Park View Prestige Room

Park View Prestique Room at Grand Hotel Tremezzo

A second-floor salon at Villa Sola Cabiati

an iconic and alluring Riva Aquariva, with a gleaming mahogany deck and retro baby blue leather trim, bobbing near mooring poles dressed in a coordinating color scheme; and, patrons parked on orange-cushioned seats savoring fresh seafood in the alfresco setting of Giacomo Al Lago, an outpost of the Giacomo Milano, founded by Giacomo Bulleri in 1958. In short, an ideal idyll.

It's a delicate dance for a century-old hotel to remain simultaneously relevant and true to its roots, and the Grand Hotel Tremezzo does it with aplomb. My last visit was nearly a decade ago. I was thrilled to see things that I loved, starting with the superbly hospitable staff, along with a self-service candy station arrayed on a marble-topped credenza at the terminus of the grand staircase, a steep hiking trail leading to a fantastic viewpoint behind the hotel, and the jewel-toned upholstery in the Salon Musica remained. At the same time, ongoing tweaks and enhancements to guestrooms, amenities, and restaurants create a renewed sense of interest and excitement even for clients who've been returning for decades.

A collection of 18th-century buildings, once part of a tiny village, sit adjacent to the 85-room hotel and have been thoughtfully retrofitted for modern purposes. These include the T Spa, complete with a Turkish bath and a lakeview sauna, a supremely equipped fourstory fitness center, and a wine cellar with a barrel-vaulted ceiling that hosts sommelier-guided tastings from 300-plus labels on offer. We enjoyed an exploration of Nebbiolo, a full-bodied wine rarely grown outside its primary production area in Piedmont, Italy.

A well-curated gift shop highlights pieces from the De Santis' Sense of Lake collection. A project borne out of the second COVID lockdown, Valentina said it provided an outlet to connect with guests through collaborations with brands they admire to create everything from custom-scented candles and toiletries to silk dresses, hats, and swim trunks. Announced in early summer, a partnership with London-based fashion designer Emilia Wickstead resulted in a limited-edition vacation-wear capsule collection in prints inspired by Lake Como's elegant surroundings and verdant landscape.

At T Pizza, a casual poolside woodfired pizza spot surrounded by lush gardens, you can make your own from scratch under the direction of a master pizzaiolo.

Risotti topped with saffron and a square of edible gold at La Terrazza, the only restaurant in the world offering the most famous dishes by Gualtiero Marchesi (1930-2017), regarded as the founder of new Italian Cuisine, and the first chef in Italy to ever gain three Michelin stars.

The lakefront amenities include a restaurant, floating pool and beach.

Photo by Julius Hirtzberger

You can venture out with a capitain in one of the hotel’s fleet of vintage speedboats.

The T-Spa lounge is housed in an 18th-century villa, complete with original floor mosaics and frescoes.

There are five restaurants on the property. Should you not be able to tear yourself away from the hotel's luxury confines during your stay, the diversity of the dining program allows for buon gusto from early morning to late-night digestifs in the T Bar. At T Pizza, a casual poolside woodfired pizza spot surrounded by lush gardens, you can make your own from scratch under the direction of a master pizzaiolo. Leave the cooking to the experts at La Terrazza, the only restaurant in the world offering the most famous dishes by Gualtiero Marchesi (1930-2017), regarded as the founder of new Italian Cuisine, and the first chef in Italy to ever gain three Michelin stars. Grand Hotel Tremezzo's Executive Chef, Osvaldo Presazz, is uniquely endowed to carry on the culinary maestro's legacy, having worked side-by-side with him. Don't miss Dripping di Pesce, an edible tribute to Jackson Pollock, and the ahh-inducing Riso, ro e zafferano, topped with saffron and a square of edible gold (those who order the iconic dish receive a gold-leaf-embellished certificate at the meal's conclusion).

And, while a luxury lockdown is certainly tempting, it would be a shame not to explore the area. The best way to enjoy Como is by water, and the Grand Hotel Tremezzo's marina keeps a fleet of vintage speedboats for guest charter. Accessorize with oversized sunglasses and a silk headscarf to feel like Sophia Loren while cruising around. Como has historically been a significant producer of silk; a public ferry runs throughout the day and evening to Bellagio, where there's a plethora of silk purveyors. Grab a sunset aperitif at Hotel du Lac's rooftop bar before returning.

Located on the tip of a small, wooded peninsula, Villa Barbienello, made even more famous by appearances in Casino Royale and Star Wars: Episode II Attack of the Clones (including a kissing scene between Anakin Skywalker and Padmé Amidala), is a gardener's paradise. With a history dating back to a Franciscan monastery in the 13th century, it was most recently owned by Count Guido Monzino, a businessman, antiquities and antiques collector and explorer, who donated the property to the National Trust of Italy after his death. Navigating the throngs of would-be influencers and Star Wars devotees recreating "the kiss" can be challenging; booking an interior tour through the Hotel's concierge provides a fascinating glimpse into the eccentric life of Monzino, a man who dedicated an entire floor to showcase his explorations, which included leading the first Italian expedition to Mount Everest.

Villa Carlotta, the Grand Hotel Tremezzo's next-door neighbor, is 14th century villa-turned art and house museum and botanical garden with 20 acres of formal gardens, including 150 varieties of azalea, a citrus tree allée, exotic plants, and water features. If you're looking for a longer walk, jump onto the Lake Como Greenway, a six-mile path that passes through seven different towns and along ancient Roman roads, historic churches, and stunning viewpoints. By water or walking, the Grand Hotel Tremezzo provides a luxurious home base for exploring this magical destination. sl

For more information visit: grandhoteltremezzo.com/en/; passalacqua.it/en/; senseoflake.com.

Grand Hotel Tremezzo boasts five parklike acres of gardens, complete with olive and palm groves.

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A popular wine columnist uncorks the basics in this vibrant, accessible, and empowering guide to tasting, choosing, pairing, and serving every kind of wine. Charlotte Kristensen—Wine Taste Pair Pour: Grow Your Knowledge with Every Glass—hardcover, 224 pages, Prestel

You’re invited to pull up a chair to a year of meals, friends, and fun with the Partons, as Dolly and her sister (and favorite cook) Rachel share beloved, crowd-pleasing recipes and family stories. Dolly Parton and Rachel Parton George—Good Lookin’ Cookin’: A Year of Meals, A Lifetime of Family, Friends, and Food—hardcover, 272 pages, Ten Speed Press

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Discover the art of effortless entertaining with 17 seasonal gatherings made simple, stylish, and soulful, complete with 18 recipes and fabulous decor tips. Available in October. Lorna Gross—Entertaining by Design: A Guide to Creating Meaningful Gatherings— Hardcover, 256 Pages, The Collective Book Studio

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I DIDN'T KNOW I MARRIED A POP ARTIST

By Carol Middlekauff

When I married Chuck Middlekauff in 1972, I didn't know he would be a red-hot pop artist. He didn't know it either.

I did know we were both green-eyed left-handers, and I did know we would have the same initials. But I didn't know his heroes were the cowboys in the "Westerns" he watched as a kid—and later the Beatles and Beach Boys. I didn't know he would spend a good part of his hours cruising in—or lying under—old cars. I didn't know he played guitar. I didn't know he would be a weightlifter, that he would spend time in jail, or that he had a serious case of "road rash."

I did know that, after four Navy years, while he mastered drafting school, he was the part-time mail clerk at the insurance company where I was a file clerk. And I did know I fell madly in love with him when our fingers touched as he handed me the mail.

Five months later, we declared our vows. And I began to know about the rest.

Chuck did spend some years as a draftsman. Then, struggling to find a better career path at Metropolitan State College in Denver, he took an elective drawing course. Encouraged by collecting a few "perfect tens" his professor said he never gave, Chuck declared a

major in fine art. Although he discovered he could draw and paint, I heard him grumble at his graduation, "How will I get a real job with this B.A. in Fine Art?"

I agreed he should enroll at the Colorado Institute of Art, where he aced the International Design Conference poster competition in Aspen and graduated with honors. Then, expecting his imaginative portfolio to earn him a spot at a top advertising agency, designing Coca-Cola campaigns and other fun stuff, instead, he discovered that those "real jobs" mostly meant executing others' ideas. He loved/hated it for four years in Denver and Los Angeles and eventually threw in the towel to take a crack at real art.

Sorting out what he would paint meant spending a few years relentlessly examining art and artists and narrowing it down to watercolors and acrylics. His subjects? Cowboys, the West, and the all-American kitsch he grew up with.

Since 1992, Chuck's distinctive pop art interpretations of the West (which regularly reflect his affinity for juxtaposition, advertising concepts, and inspirations from the likes of Andy Warhol, Billy Schenck, Nelson Boren, and Jackson Pollack) have

appeared in the finest Western galleries in America. These days, you'll find his work in Mountain Trails Galleries (Jackson Hole, Wyo., Bozeman, Mont., and Park City, Utah.) and Sorrel Sky Galleries (Durango, Colo., and Santa Fe, N.M.).

But what about the old cars, weights, travel, guitar, and jail? I'm getting to that.

His first old car was a yellow and white 1959 Nash Metropolitan. That's right, the tiny bathtub toy of a car that found fame in the 50's song "Beep, Beep." Then, it was a series of C3 Corvettes. His current classic is a 1973 Corvette Stingray. I mostly see the bright yellow tail end of it driving away for the day. Or his feet sticking out from under it. When I ask about the grease under his fingernails, he says, "Oh, that'll come off when I wash my hair." And it does.

Chuck's electric guitar is a "Brown Sunburst" Fender. Once in a while, he gets it out and plays 50s and 60s rock-and-roll songs (some from his time in a high school garage band and others he's picked out by ear from old records). Those same tunes usually fill the studio, intensifying his energy while he's painting.

At 76, he still lifts those weights. When he's not applying acrylics directly on canvas, those iron plates also come in handy for pressing the paper of his watercolor paintings onto canvases (with glue between and then varnish protection—no frames, no glass).

And what about jail? He wasn't sentenced to jail, but we both regularly share the forgiveness of Jesus behind those walls with the Bill Glass prison ministries.

His "road rash" means we've driven close to two million miles crisscrossing America in a various Oldsmobile or Buick. He's still stuffing cars with paintings to deliver to galleries and collectors' homes (he loves meeting his collectors), traveling to prison events, and just for fun, so we're on the road a lot.

And sometimes Chuck even paints. Fifty-two years later, I still don't know everything about this husband of mine. sl

Paintings, left-right, top-bottom: The FAB FIVE - 40" x 50" - Acrylic on Canvas ($6,000). Think Different - 40" x 30" - Acrylic on Canvas ($3,850). Cutie Pie - 40" x 30" - Mixed Media on Paper Mounted on Canvas ($3,850). Happy Hour - 48" x 36" - Mixed Media on Canvas ($5,000.00). The Wild and Wacky West Road Trip - 48" x 72" - Acrylic on Canvas ($10,250.00). Chuck's paintings are available through Mountain Trails Gallery in Jackson Hole (mtntrails.net) or Sorrel Sky Galleries in Durango, New York, and Santa Fe (sorrelsky.com). Read more about the artist at chuckmiddlekauff.com.

A NEW CHAPTER

The Bizzarrini ‘Giotto’

Written by Andre James / Photos courtesy of Bizzarrini

In 1964, automotive engineer Giotto Bizzarrini, who initially made his name as controller of experimental, Sports, and GT car development at Ferrari, founded his eponymous firm in Livorno, Italy. Approximately 133 examples of the brand's first car, the 5300GT, were produced across the Strada, America, and Corsa editions. In the summer of 1965, the Corsa edition of the 5300GT won its class at the 24hrs of Le Mans, after which Giotto drove the vehicle back to his home in Italy. While he professed a passion for automotive engineering and building, Giotto admitted he was less interested in the business side. After producing six different models, the company shuttered in 1969. The Bizzarrini brand and its intellectual property bounced between a series of owners until a new Bizzzarini company was formed in 2020 as a subsidiary of Pegasus Brands and supported by Alroumi Group Holdings and its CEO Rezam M. Al-Roumi, who, along with a group of investors, purchased a majority stake in Aston Martin Lagonda in 2007.

"As custodian of this remarkable brand, I am committed to returning Bizzarrini to its rightful place within the luxury automotive sector and creating new opportunities to engage and delight our discerning clients," said Al-Roumi.

Bizzarrini was reintroduced to the world in 2022 with the 5300 GT Corsa Revival. Its newest launch is the Giotto, a limitedrun super sports car named after the company's founder. Early in his career, automotive designer Giorgetto Giugiaro contributed to the design of the Bizzarrini 5300 GT, and he was selected, along with his son Fabrizio, to create the design of the first entirely new Bizzarrini model. "Designed for purpose and incorporating active

aerodynamic technologies, we have created something that is both recognizably Bizzarrini and totally relevant for an entirely new era of this cherished Italian brand," said Giugiaro.

Classic low-slung supercar proportions of the bespoke carbon fiber body are seamlessly blended with core elements of Bizzarrini's signature design DNA. The prominent dual bonnet-mounted vents of original Bizzarrinis have evolved into a new frontal visual character for the Giotto, incorporating ultra-slimline LED headlights. As they end in the center of the bonnet, they cradle a prominent centermounted Bizzarrini badge, just as it was framed on the 5300 GT. Being rear-mid-engined, the predatory stance of The Giotto is a visual representation of the power delivered through its rear wheels.

Among his accomplishments, Giotto Bizzarrini was heralded for his work in building the Lamborghini V12 engine, first used on Lamborghini's debut model, the 350 GT. His V12 engine proved such a compelling design that aspects of this power unit were used by Lamborghini right up until 2010, so naturally, Bizzarrini's work on the Lamborghini V12 provides inspiration for the Giotto's naturally aspirated V12 produced in partnership with Cosworth, paired with an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission. Development of the powertrain and all engineering aspects of the Giotto will be overseen by Bizzarrini CTO Chris Porritt, who has led engineering divisions at Aston Martin, Tesla, and Rimac.

In line with the company's original plan, Porritt will lead on-road testing of the Giotto in late 2024. "We have a clear vision for the Giotto, driven not by lap times or acceleration records but in the emotional engagement of both the driver and the passenger," said Porritt. sl

ELEVATED CONCIERGE MEDICINE

MD² is Nashville’s most exclusive medical experience

Written by Melissa Mahanes / Photos courtesy of MD2

MD² (pronounced MD squared), considered the pioneer and definitive provider of concierge medicine, has opened its first primary care office in Nashville. This is healthcare reimagined and unrivaled. MD² delivers personalized, 24/7 healthcare, without compromise that is tailored to you and your family through the dedicated care of a world-class physician. In addition, MD² provides a unique national network which facilitates access to world-class specialists at the most renowned medical institutions across the country as well as the ability to be cared for if you become ill while traveling. Two distinguished Nashville internists, Dr. Jan Price and Dr. Matthew Miller, will care for just 50 families each, allowing unparalleled personalized care.

The unrivaled ratio of one physician taking care of just 50 families allows each doctor the luxury of time to focus on each patient fully, be personally involved in all healthcare decisions, and even accompany their clientele to consultations with specialists.

The MD² doctor is available to patients anytime, day or night, by phone, in the office, or home or workplace. Personalized travel kits are also created for their highly mobile clientele. Patients have direct access to their doctor, so they are never alone in any situation, even when traveling. In critical circumstances, MD² families have peace of mind, knowing their doctor can arrange emergency medical evacuations to the appropriate medical setting.

Dr. Jan Price has been a physician for the last 27 years and is best known for her unwavering commitment to delivering compassionate, personalized care. “I am often asked what’s different about MD²,” said Dr. Price. “Honestly, there is no comparison. In caring for just 50 families, I now have the time to care for them at a level that is usually reserved for one’s own family. I can give them my time, attention, and advocacy, and that is just so powerful in medicine.”

Dr. Matthew Miller, a highly respected physician in Nashville for over two decades, is lauded for his clinical acumen, empathetic approach to medicine, and devotion to teaching and mentoring. “Being able to accompany patients to complicated consultation visits with specialists is virtually non-existent in today’s medical landscape,” said Dr. Miller. “As an MD² physician, it’s one of the things I value most as it allows me to help facilitate a comprehensive care plan for my patients.

“Our doctors have the ability to practice medicine in an ideal environment, developing close personal relationships and collaborating with our national network of other MD² physicians,” said Sean Kell, CEO of MD². “It is a tremendous gift for them to care for their patients as they would for their own families. This is healthcare as it should be with zero compromises.”

MD² was founded in 1996, by Dr. Howard Maron, former team doctor for the NBA’s Seattle Supersonics and prominent Seattle / Bellevue, WA physician. Dr. Maron found it increasingly difficult to keep up with traditional medicine’s demanding pace, challenging extraordinary quality care. He asked himself what it would mean to practice “medicine in the ideal?” and pioneered MD², the first retainer-based medical service, that launched the concept called “concierge medicine.”

The company deliberately limited the practice to just 50 families per physician so that doctors could care for each patient as they would for their own family members. The company continues

to mindfully recruit world renown primary care physicians, all graduating with distinction from the top medical schools. Today, there are 26 practices in 20 major cities, allowing for the most elite network of primary care physicians with the farthest-reaching specialist network in the country.

There are no waiting rooms as no other patients are scheduled at one’s appointment time. The Green Hills office has been designed as an extension of a personal home, elegantly appointed with custom-made artwork, exquisite millwork, tile and marble. Spa-like amenities include a private shower room after a treadmill test or breakfast after an early morning appointment or blood draw.

There is a purity to MD² that you will not find elsewhere. At the heart of it, you are 1 of just 50 families who retain the services of a personal physician who knows you as well as their own family. The monthly retainer for an individual is approximately $1,670; significant others are half that rate. The MD² fee ensures absolute, unlimited access to your physician, as well as their physician partner and covers all care and services provided by the office. Patients can cancel their services anytime without any financial obligation, making it the purest medical relationship imaginable. Look into MD² if you are interested in the most personal medical care available right here in Nashville. sl

MD 2 / 3803 Bedford Avenue, Nashville, TN 37215 / (615) 808-0707 / www.md2.com Email nashville-info@md2.com

Cheekwood Harvest | Sept 14 – Oct 27

Embrace fall at Cheekwood. Three pumpkin houses, an explosion of 75,000 pumpkins, a community scarecrow trail, and thousands of chrysanthemums create a festive experience. With something fun for everyone, Cheekwood Harvest brings joy with the changing of the leaves.

Reserve tickets at cheekwood.org.

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HERE’S LOOKING AT YOU

Bungalows in Key Largo is a getaway (without the ‘kid)

Written by Melissa Mahanes / Photos

Situated on nearly 12 waterfront acres, Bungalows Key Largo is an exclusive haven, home to 135 individual bungalows surrounded by the tranquil beauty of the Gulf of Mexico. The intimate resort, nestled within a botanical garden, is designed as a private escape within the gates. It offers a serene and romantic getaway, focusing on providing guests with a high level of comfort and a variety of amenities and activities.

The spacious bungalows are designed with a chic, coastalinspired aesthetic, featuring vaulted ceilings, expansive windows, and private verandas. Many bungalows come with outdoor soaking tubs and garden showers, allowing you to indulge in the natural beauty of the surroundings. Inside, you will find plush bedding, a fully stocked minibar, and modern technology. Guests can choose between waterfront bungalows with stunning views of the ocean or garden bungalows nestled in lush, tropical surroundings.

Although Bungalows Key Largo doesn’t feel like a typical allinclusive resort, it offers all of the same amenities and perks. Your stay includes welcome drinks, unlimited dining at five different restaurants, premium alcoholic beverages, select wines and beers, and various alcohol tastings. Upon arrival, you will be greeted with a welcome cocktail, setting the tone for the relaxation and indulgence that awaits.

While the bungalows themselves invite relaxation, there are a variety of activities for those looking to explore the area or try something new. Bicycles are available for exploring the resort, and there are also nature trails and other recreational activities. Water enthusiasts can take advantage of complimentary kayaking, paddleboarding, snorkeling, or lounging on the in-water inflatables. For a more adventurous experience, the resort can arrange a private boat tour or a scuba diving excursion.

courtesy of Bungalows Key Largo

On land, guests can enjoy yoga classes, guided bike tours, or a visit to the resort’s luxurious Zen Garden Spa. The spa offers a range of treatments designed to rejuvenate the body and mind, from deep tissue massages to invigorating facials. After a day of pampering, unwind in the hot tub or take a dip in one of the resort’s two outdoor pools: one infinity pool on the beachfront, with lounge chair service and live music, and one serene garden pool with private cabanas to relax. The centrally located Tiki Bar provides a place in the shade and an opportunity to socialize with fellow guests and chat with the attentive staff.

Bungalows Key Largo boasts a diverse array of dining options, each offering a unique culinary experience. The resort’s signature restaurant, Fish Tales, serves fresh seafood and local specialties in a bright waterfront setting. For a casual meal, head to Sea Señor, where you can enjoy Mexican-inspired dishes with a tropical twist. For something more formal, Bogie & Bacall’s offers freshly caught fish, steaks, small plates, and craft cocktails in an elegant, speakeasy-style bar. For those who prefer dining in the privacy of their bungalow, the resort offers 24-hour in-room dining. Whether you’re enjoying breakfast on your veranda or a late-night snack, the culinary team is dedicated to making every meal a delightful adventure.

Bungalows Key Largo is not just a luxury resort, but a commitment to sustainability and preserving the natural beauty of the Florida Keys. The resort has implemented several eco-friendly practices, such as using electric cars, solar energy, environmentally responsible building materials, and supporting local conservation efforts. Guests are not just visitors, but active participants in the resort’s environmental initiatives, making it a destination where you can relax in luxury while also being a responsible steward of the environment.

Easily accessible from Miami, with the drive taking just over an hour, the resort is about 70 miles from Miami International Airport. It is close to attractions like John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, known for its excellent snorkeling and diving opportunities, and the Everglades National Park. This makes it an ideal base for those who want to explore the natural beauty and adventure of the area.

Bungalows Key Largo offers a unique blend of luxury, privacy, and natural beauty, making it one of the premier destinations in the Florida Keys. Whether you’re looking to celebrate a special occasion, rekindle romance, or escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life, this resort provides everything you need for an unforgettable stay. sl

Bungalows Key Largo / 99010 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, FL 33037 / (866) 801-0195 / bungalowskeylargo.com (minimum 2-night stay)

historic site & winery

Come and explore our new guided tours that bring history to life, indulge in the new bourbon & wine bar, enjoy seasonally curated tastings and food pairings that perfectly capture the essence of fall, and host unforgettable private events surrounded by stunning autumn views. Whether you’re exploring history, enjoying a wine tasting, or gathering with friends, Belle Meade is your perfect fall escape.

NATURAL BEAUTY

Clary Collection creates skincare designed with nature and health in mind

Interview by Melissa Mahanes / Photos by Christopher Morley

Clary Collection is a skincare brand known for its emphasis on natural, organic ingredients and simple, effective formulations. The brand was founded by two mothers, Jen Goodall and Adriel Denae, who were inspired by the lack of clean and safe skincare options available for their families. Their range of products are designed to be gentle, nourishing, and suitable for all skin types, including babies and those with sensitive skin. The brand prides itself on using only the highest quality organic and wildcrafted ingredients, free from synthetic chemicals, preservatives, and artificial fragrances. The collection includes products like balms, oils, and salves that cater to various skincare needs, from moisturizing and healing to soothing and protecting the skin.

Clary Collection emphasizes a minimalist approach to skincare, with formulations that are straightforward and easy to understand. Each product typically contains a short list of ingredients, all of which are clearly listed on the packaging. The brand is committed to

sustainability, using eco-friendly packaging and practices to minimize its environmental impact. Many of the products are handcrafted in small batches to ensure quality and freshness. We were thrilled with the opportunity to speak with Co-Owner and Nashville resident Jen Goodall about Clary Collection.

Melissa Mahanes: Can you share the story behind the Clary Collection? What inspired you to start the brand?

Jen Goodall: Clary Collection was born out of a deep need for safe, effective skincare during our pregnancies and early motherhood. We found that many products on the market were either filled with questionable ingredients or didn’t work. Our journey into motherhood sparked a desire to create skincare that was truly clean and 100% organic. Clary Collection began in our kitchens in November 2016, aiming to handcraft products to address real skincare needs for ourselves and others.

MM: What sets Clary Collection apart from other natural skincare brands in the market?

JG: Clary Collection stands out for its commitment to using unprocessed whole ingredients. We use hand-harvested, locally grown herbs instead of extracts, powders, and synthetics. The slow infusion process allows us to extract the medicinal qualities from these plants, ensuring that each product is packed with the full benefits of each ingredient. This meticulous process, combined with our dedication to purity and safety by being Made Safe Organic Certified, truly sets Clary apart.

MM: How do you ensure the quality and purity of the ingredients used in your products?

JG: Clary Collection sources its ingredients from trusted local farmers and beekeepers, ensuring that each component is of the highest quality. The ingredients are then hand-harvested and slowly infused into oils, preserving their natural energy and medicinal properties. Careful sourcing and processing ensure that every product is as pure as possible and is vigorously tested by Made Safe.

MM: What are the benefits of using natural and organic ingredients in skincare products?

JG: Plant-based and organic ingredients benefit the skin because they are free from synthetic chemicals, which can irritate and

cause long-term harm. These ingredients are also rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, which nourish the skin and promote healing. Additionally, using organic plant-based ingredients aligns with the body’s own chemistry, often resulting in better absorption and effectiveness.

MM: Can you explain the importance of sustainability in skincare and how Clary Collection incorporates it into your products?

JG: Sustainability in skincare is crucial for protecting the environment and ensuring that natural resources are preserved for future generations. Clary Collection incorporates sustainability by sourcing ingredients locally, reducing carbon footprints, and choosing recyclable and minimalistic packaging. Our commitment to whole, unprocessed ingredients also means less energy and fewer resources are used in production, further enhancing our sustainability efforts.

MM: Are there any specific ingredients that you believe are underrated in the skincare industry but play a significant role in your formulations?

JG: One underrated ingredient that Clary Collection values is Plantain, a weed often found growing in your garden. Known for its powerful healing and anti-inflammatory properties, Plantain is a key component in all our products. Despite its effectiveness, Plantain is often overlooked in favor of toxic ingredients, but

Clary recognizes its importance in promoting skin health, particularly for sensitive and irritated skin.

MM: How do you formulate products for different skin types, particularly sensitive ones?

JG: Clary Collection formulates its products with sensitive skin in mind, choosing gentle yet effective ingredients. We avoid harsh chemicals, synthetic fragrances, and known irritants, instead opting for soothing botanicals like Chamomile, Calendula, Lavender, and Plantain. This careful selection ensures that even the most sensitive skin can benefit from Clary products.

MM: What are the best-selling products in your collection, and why do you think they resonate with customers?

JG: Some of our best-selling products include our healing Avocado Balm, Revitalizing Face Oil, and All-over Body Oil. These are best sellers because they are multi-purpose and effective. Avocado Balm penetrates deeply into lower skin layers and helps generate collagen production, speeding up healing. It is fast-absorbing and perfect for hands, feet, minor wounds, post-procedure, cold sores, perimenopause, postpartum dryness, and broken skin. Our Face Oil is loved for combating damage from free radicals, balancing tone and texture, and providing instant, featherweight hydration. Clary Body Oil nourishes your skin with our herbal-infused Olive

Oil. Light enough for summer yet rich enough for winter, providing deep, soothing hydration for the most sensitive skin all year round.

MM: What advice would you give to someone new to natural skincare who wants to start incorporating it into their routine?

JG: For someone new to natural skincare, we advise starting with a good hydrating Face Serum and a nourishing Body Oil. It’s important to give your skin time to adjust to a new routine and choose products suited to your specific skin type. Clary’s products are a great place to start because they are gentle and made with high-quality, non-toxic botanical ingredients.

MM: Are there any common misconceptions about natural skincare that you’d like to address?

JG: A common misconception is that natural skincare is less effective than conventional products. Clary skincare can be just as effective, if not more so, and is safer and gentler on the skin. The key is choosing products that use high-quality, certified organic ingredients and are formulated with care.

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SOMETHING NEW

Oakwood Cleaners begins a special new partnership with Arbor Day Foundation

Compiled by Melissa Mahanes / Photo courtesy of Oakwood Cleaners

Rhonda, Alan, and Aubrey Wernick, the proud owners of Oakwood Cleaners, are thrilled to announce a new initiative that allows brides to ensure the lasting beauty of their wedding gowns while contributing to the preservation of our planet. This ecofriendly initiative is made possible through Oakwood Cleaners’ membership in the Association of Wedding Gown Specialists and its partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation.

Rhonda Wernick, who serves as the Secretary/Treasurer of the Association of Wedding Gown Specialists, played a pivotal role in establishing this collaboration with the Arbor Day Foundation. As part of this initiative, for every wedding gown that Oakwood Cleaners preserves, a tree will be planted in a forest in need, commemorating the bride’s special day with a lasting legacy of environmental stewardship.

Founded in 1972, the Arbor Day Foundation is the world’s largest nonprofit organization dedicated to planting trees. To date, the Foundation has facilitated the planting of more than 500 million trees across neighborhoods and forests in over fifty countries.

“Our membership in the Association is a significant part of our commitment to eco-friendly practices,” said Rhonda Wernick. “In 2009, the Association began supporting reforestation projects worldwide, and our trademarked MuseumCare™ preservations are uniquely designed with environmental concerns in mind.”

Oakwood Cleaners, along with other Association members, is certified to handle delicate and cherished items, ensuring that

wedding gowns and heirloom textiles are cleaned and preserved according to museum-care standards. The preservation guarantee offered by the Association is international, meaning it is honored by all members globally, providing peace of mind to brides everywhere.

The Association’s trademarked MuseumCare™ preservations are endorsed by the Association of Bridal Consultants, a leading organization for wedding planners and professionals worldwide, and are recommended by numerous designers and manufacturers.

With over 30 years of experience serving the Nashville area, Oakwood Cleaners has become a recognized expert in the industry, handling hundreds of specialty items each year. Their expertise includes vintage garments from the 1800s, military uniforms from the Civil War and WWII, heirloom veils, and wedding dresses, among others. Oakwood Cleaners operates two locations and holds memberships in Leading Cleaners International, the National Cleaners Association, and the Dry Cleaning and Laundry Institute. They have also been voted Best in Nashville for two consecutive years by the readers of the Nashville Scene.

This new partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation reflects Oakwood Cleaners’ ongoing dedication to sustainability and the community, ensuring that every preserved gown not only safeguards memories but also contributes to a greener planet. sl

Oakwood Cleaners / 73 White Bridge Road, Nashville, TN 37205 / (615) 620-6095 / Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-6:00pm, Saturday 9:00am-2:00pm, Closed Sunday

Oakwood Cleaners / 4833 Lebanon Pike, Hermitage, TN 37076 / (615) 885-1281 / Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-7:00pm, Saturday 9:00am-2:00pm, Closed Sunday / oakwoodcleaners.com

SOPHISTICATED WEDDINGS ODE TO JOY (AND BRETT)

JOY BEGA AND BRETT EHLERT

July 4, 2024 / Photos by Raechel

Danielle Joy Bega and Brett Ehlert were married in an intimate ceremony at The Joseph, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Nashville. As the bride walked down the aisle, her father’s acoustic guitar echoed a heartfelt nostalgia of her favorite childhood Beatles song. Following the ceremony, guests raised their glasses of floral-filled prosecco popsicles and lit sparklers under a candy-colored sunset, adding a whimsical and celebratory touch to the Fourth of July occasion. The couple’s love for their two dogs, a Bernadoodle named Dawin

and Summer, a Goldendoodle, was evident throughout the day. The groom sported socks adorned with the doodles’ faces, a thoughtful gift from their wedding planner! Guests were also invited to join in the fun with a themed red, white, and blue cocktail, which honored the dogs’ breeds, adding a playful and personal touch to the festivities. sl

Venue and Catering: The Joseph Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Nashville / Wedding Planner: Joyce Pollakoff, Joyce Pollakoff Events, Inc. / Bride’s Attire: Pronovias / Jewelry: Genesis Diamonds / Bridal Makeup: Leann Thomas, Makeup by Leann / Bridal Hair: Gunnar Koleznar, Transformations by Gunnar / Groom’s Attire: Indochino

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SOPHISTICATED WEDDINGS OH MY DARLIN’

JONATHAN MCLEOD AND ALLI HAWBAKER

June 1, 2024 / Glenai Gilbert Photography

Clementine Hall in Sylvan Park was the perfect setting for the wedding ceremony and reception for Dallas-based couple Johnny and Alli. Johnny and Alli met at their first job out of college in Chicago in 2018. They flirted for three years before Johnny made his first move in 2021. They started dating right away, and the rest was history. Their destination wedding to Nashville was for the whole wedding party and their families. Johnny and Alli’s parents celebrated their anniversaries—they were also married on June 1 in the same year!

Their ceremony and reception took place in Adelaide Hall, the original 1889 church sanctuary and the largest of

Clementine’s spaces, with a soaring ceiling and dramatic lighting. They spent two weeks traveling around Italy for their honeymoon, stopping in Positano, Florence, Bilbona, and Rome. Johnny and Alli have a miniature Bernedoodle named Sunny, who they are obsessed with! sl

/ 4710 Charlotte Avenue, Nashville, TN 37209 / (615) 800-3635 / clementinehall.com

Bride: Gown: Artemida by Eva Lendel, Hair and Makeup: Jordan Dillon (MHD Beauty), Shoes: Belle Belle, Hairpiece: Bride’s mother’s from her wedding.

Bridal Party: Matron of Honor: Ashlyn Miller (bride’s older sister); Maid of Honor

Addison Hawbaker (bride’s younger sister); Bridesmaids: Sam Sabol (childhood best friend), Nikki Martin (college best friend). Groomsmen: Best Man: Mark Hoffman (college best friend), Jacob McLeod (groom’s brother), Derek Ade (brother-in-law), Hunter Buerster (friend) Clementine Hall

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SOPHISTICATED SOCIETY

September

Presented by

10-15 Clue: A New Comedy at TPAC’s Andrew Jackson Hall

11 Rooftop Wine Dinner Series at JW Marriott at 7:00pm

12 Goodwill Impact Awards at Music City Center at 11:00am, Co-Chairs: Mary Lindley Hubbard and Patti Smallwood 13 Full Moon Pickin’ Party at Percy Warner Equestrian Barn from 6:00pm-10:00pm 14-10/27 Cheekwood Harvest

14 3rd Annual Picnic For the Parks at McCabe Park Community Center from 4:00pm-7:00pm

14 Nashville Ballet’s Open House at Martin Center

14 Preservation Society of Nashville’s Paint the Town at Neuhoff District at 6:00pm

15 Tennessee Titans v. New York Jets at Nissan Stadium at 12:00pm

17 Martha O’Bryan Center’s Champions Breakfast at Renaissance Hotel at 7:45am

18 Park Center’s Celebration of Courage Breakfast at Virgin Hotels Nashville at 7:30am

19 Pinson Hospital Hospitality House 50th Anniversary Open House from 11:00am-2:00pm

19 20th Anniversary Gala benefiting The Next Door Recovery at Schermerhorn Symphony Center at 7:00pm

19 Arthritis Foundation Gala Dinner of Champions at The Factory at Franklin at 5:30pm 19-22 Disney on Ice at Bridgestone Arena (various times) 19-25 55th Annual Nashville Film Festival

20 11th Annual Chic Awearness at the W Nashville at 6:00pm

21 Harpeth Conservancy’s 25th Annual River Swing at River Circle Farm at 6:00pm

22 Tennessee Titans v. Green Bay Packers at Nissan Stadium at 12:00pm

24 Williamson County Public Library’s “Home Safety with Ashley Briggs” at 1:30pm

26 Nashville Conflict Resolution Center’s 7th Annual Mending the Fabric: Heroes of Community Mediation Luncheon at 11:30am at Hillwood Country Club

26 Tennessee Breast Cancer Coalition’s Whiskey,Wine and Cider at The Bedford

26 & 28 Nashville Opera’s Carmen at TPAC’s Jackson Hall 27 Casa Nashville’s Love & Legacy Luncheon at Hillwood Country Club

27-1/5 Maria Magdalena Campos Pons: Behold at Frist Art Museum

28 A Tennessee Waltz’s 31st Anniversary Gala at The Tennessee State Capitol at 5:30pm

October

2 The Jiselle Lauren Foundation’ s Scramble for Smiles at 10:30AM at Westhaven Golf Club

3-6 Nashville Ballet’s Dracula and Serenade by George Balanchine at TPAC’s Polk Theater

5 51st Annual Heritage Ball at Eastern Flank Battlefield Park, Co-Chairs: Steve and Kaye Georges

6 Fall for Cheekwood at Cheekwood from 4:00pm-7:00pm

9 Cause for Paws at Belle Meade Counrty Club featuring L’Agence from Gus Mayer at 11:00am (see p. 17)

10-27 Studio TENN’s Little Shop of Horrors at The Turner Theater in The Factory at Franklin

12 Leiper’s Fork Friends of the Library Quilt Raffle at 4:00pm (tickets on sale at Leiper’s Fork Library)

13 Tennessee Titans v. Indianapolis Colts at Nissan Stadium at 12:00pm

14 Alive Hospice’s Family Retreat

17-20 Nashville Ballet’s Dia De Los Muertos at Martin Center

19 Gilda’s Club Red Door Bash at The Omni Nashville at 6:00pm

19 Land Trust for Tennessee’s Once in a Blue Moon at Glen Leven Farm, Co-Chairs: Michele and Aubrey Preston & Susannah and Zulu Scott-Barnes

22 Pinson Hospital Hospitality House’s Patron Luncheon at Omni Nashville

23 Rally Foundation’s Rally in the Round at Marathon Music Works

24 PENCIL Foundation’s Principal for a Day

24 Humanities Tennessee Student Reader Day

25 The Family Center’s Crafting Change at Virgin Hotel Nashville

25 Humanities Tennessee Authors in the Round at Country Music Hall of Fame at 6:00pm

25-2/16 Journey Through Japan: Myths to Manga at Frist Art Museum

26-27 2nd Annual Tennessee Hot Sauce Expo 2024 at East Park from 10:00am-6:00pm

26-27 36th Annual Southern Festival of Books at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park,Tennessee State Museum, and Tennessee State Library and Archives

27 Sunday in the Park, Co-Chairs: Kelly Crockett and Dana Oman

27-28 Avatar:The Last Airbender in Concert at TPAC’s Jackson Hall at 6:30pm (10/27) and 7:30pm (10/28)

28 Heritage Foundation’s Pumpkin Fest

November

Recovery’s Game for a Better Brain Celebrity Pickleball Tournament at Nashville Fairgrounds from 12:00pm-4:00pm (see p. 86) 2 Boys and Girls Clubs’ 23rd Annual Wine Down Main Street in Downtown Franklin at 7:00pm

2 25th Anniversary Hats Off for High Hopes at Graystone Quarry at 6:00pm

HUMANITIES TN UNVEILING

Humanities Tennessee welcomed more than 150 guests to the Tennessee State Museum to announce 135 authors that will be featured at the 36th Annual Southern Festival of Books October 26-27. Among the 150+ authors expected to appear this year are legendary musical artist Joan Baez; 2023 Pulitzer Prize winner Jayne Anne Phillips; bestselling authors TJ Klune, Lisa Unger, and Renee Watson; and Nashville-based favorites Ann Patchett, Alice Randall, and Margaret Renkl. (July 18)

BRIDGES AT MCGAVOCK’S

McGavock’s hosted a community event, featuring snacks, drinks, and live music from Mary Lou and Stacy Riddle, to raise funds for BRIDGES’ Domestic Violence Center’s emergency shelter for victims, and transitional housing and resources for individuals and their families. A portion of the sales of the day were donated, as well as proceeds from sales of their “Generous Helpings” cookbook.

by Jason Bilher

Photos

Photos by Charlie Mahanes

Humanities in Unveiling 1) Bill and Yvonne Snyder 2) Board Chairman Mary Pom Claiborne 3) Author Lauren Scott 4) Development and Communications Director Sandy Obodzinski, Tori Ross 5) Executive Director Tim Henderson, Joyce Wood 6) Grace Franklin, HT Development and Events Coordinator Jenny Fernandez, Allison Stansberry, Ellen O’Neal, Metro Councilmember Terry Vo, Bonnie Grzeszczak Bridges At McGavock’s 1) Stacy Riddle, Mary Lou 2) Kelly Kramer, Shannon Hajec, Terri Woods, Development Director Lynn Schroeder, Eddie Winne, Fares Elwary, Pamela Gil 3) Jessica Scholes, Reagan Scholes 4) Cole and Ashley Hodges 5) Lynn Schroeder, Rod Heller, Dave Mahanes, AJ Kazimi 6) Terri Woods, Kathleen Darby

DU VIN PATRON PARTY

1) Holly Whaley, Fritz Hatton, Robert Lipman 2) Matt Leavitt, Carrie Kitko, Olivier Bernard, Gabriela Lira, Jonas Sjögren 3) Brannan and Amy Atkinson 4) Jim Sloan and Co-Chair Rahel Klapheke Sloan, Co-Chair Nancy Allen, Marc Goldstone 5) Rob Turner and Jay Jones 6) Loren Chumley, Scott Peterson 7) James Powell, Mitchell Czeh 8) Zoe and Chris Miller 9) Cheryl and Tod McMillan, Mark Whaley and Holly Hearn Whaley 10) Cyrill and Blakesly Baggett 11) NWA Patrons Dinner Champagne Pouring 12) Michelle and Robin Baggett 13) David and Janice Morgan 14) Mark and Nancy Peacock 15) Shane Moore, Alix Romec 16) Tony and Pamela Cmelak

L’ETE

The Patrons’ Dinner on the eve of the 45th Annual L’Ete du Vin was held at Four Seasons Nashville and celebrated with wines from the 45th Parallel. The Norman M. Lipman award was presented by Robert Lipman to l’Ete du Vin’s beloved auctioneer Fritz Hatton. (July 26)

DU VIN AUCTION

The Nashville Wine Auction raised over $2.3 million at the 45th Annual l’Eté du Vin, which was held at the JW Marriott Nashville. Proceeds from l’Eté du Vin, the country’s longest running charity wine auction, help fund the fight against cancer by supporting twelve local nonprofit organizations whose purpose is directly related to cancer research, innovative patient treatment and caregiver/patient support. (July 27)

1) Adam Geist, Lauren Whitworth 2) Donovan Forsyth, Maya Kaempf 3) Kerry Wells, Alyssa Gangeri 4) Mace and Joyce Rothenberg

5) Mark Storey, Katherine Campbell 6) Noelle Daugherty, Jay Erter 7) Rachel and Jeff Mitchell 8) Scott Peterson, Loren Chumley 9) l’Eté du Vin Event Chairs, Marc Goldstone, Nancy Allen, Rahel Klapheke Sloan and Jim Sloan 10) Tony and Pamela Cmelak Courtesy

Nashville

L’ETE

CONCERT FOR CUMBERLAND HEIGHTS

The Hilton Nashville hosted a gathering prior to the evening of Stories and Songs at the Ryman. Through the generosity of donors, the concert has raised more than $3.6 million over the years to bring hope and healing to teenagers, young adults, and their families. (August 15)

SALSA WITH THE STARS

Plaza

was the festive location for Equal Chance for Education’s 7th annual Salsa

entertained with a

and

dancing lessons. The next class of ECE collegebound students were introduced and celebrated for their accomplishments. (August 22)

Photos by Charlie Mahanes

Concert for Cumberland Heights Event 1) Tammy and Matt Johnston, CFO Robin Cox 2) CEO Jay Crosson and Marie Crosson, Mark Scrivner 3) Connie and Steve Lee, Nanette Zimwalt

4) Development Coordinator Amy Lutz, Development Coordinator Lee Ann Eaton, Exec. Administrative Assistant Dian Myers, Shief Development Officer Cindy Patterson, Director of Philanthropy Paige Bainbridge, Director of Philanthropy Kyle Williams 5) Director of Philanthropy Kyle Williams, Matt Williams, Craig Philip, Marian Ott 6) Paige Bainbridge, Lee Ann Eaton

Salsa with the Stars 1) Sherlyn Serrano and Family 2) Fernando Rodriguez, Gabriela Salazar 3) Julyana Alvarez Nunez, Jose Ceballos, Vanessa Fuentes Pineda, Ana Lopez, Jesus Navarro Castro, Catalina Ortiz, Maria Pahmer, Kasandra Pedrosa, Yoselin Raymundo De La Cruz, Fernando Rodriguez, Gabriela Salazar, Sherlyn Serrano, Oscar Zarraga Perez

4) ECE’s Vanessa Delgado, ECE Executive Director Raquel Oluyemo, ECE Director of Public Relations & Philanthropy Mandy Floyd

Courtesy of Salsa with the Stars

Mariachi

with the Stars event. Guests were

mariachi band

salsa

BROADWAY BRUNCH PATRON PARTY

Alliance Bernstein hosted Patrons of Nashville Rep who were gathered to share their excitement for Sunday’s Broadway Brunch. (August 15)

BROADWAY BRUNCH

Music City Center was the new venue for the 9th Annual Broadway Brunch. The always entertaining day featured several delightful performances by cast members, a live band, an energetic live auction and paddle raise, and previews of the coming Rep’s 40th Season. Ovation Award Recipients Martha Rivers Ingram and Mac Pirkle were honored for their integral part in creating The Rep. (August 18)

Courtesy Nashville Rep

Broadway Brunch Patron Party 1) TK and Laura Kimbrell, Mark Peacock 2) Russell Bates, Ben Scott, Jason Bradshaw, Bob Deal 3) Vicki Horne, Nancy Peacock, Emily Humpreys

4) Broadway Brunch Co-Chairs Kim Hewell and Holli Harrison 5) Pamela Carter, Karen Pirkle, Mac Pirkle, Nancy Peterson Hearn 6) Morel Enoch, Sharon and Todd Sandahl 7) The Willies Broadway Brunch 1) Broadway Brunch Performers 2) Jeff and Anne Clarke Snyder, Karen and Mac Pirkle, Virgina Hood, Rebecca Pirkle 3) Tamiko Robinson Steele, Sejal Mehta 4) Belinda Berry, Thomas Barrett 5) Katie Crumbo, Vicki Horne, Laurie Eskind 6) Mark and Nancy Peacock, Elena Reinert, Meg Stemmler 7) David Shannon, Laura Michelle Kelly

ALL IN FOR HYGIENE

Community Resource Center hosted their 3rd Annual All in for Hygeine at Rocketown. Their fun Casino Night raised a record amount of funds to offset the purchase of essential hygiene products. Basic items have seen a staggering 23% increase in costs compared to 2022. CRC’s commitment to providing necessities in a dignified manner to those struggling with access remains unwavering. (August 23)

1) Board President Tara Tenorio, CEO Tina Doniger 2) Event Chair Jen Goodall, Jennifer Jezewski 3) Felicia and Joel Abramson 4) Donna Pack, Brooke Foster 5) Carrie Zander, Courtney Keenan, Heather Vincent, Kelly Harter, Alicia Pitorri, Lux Torrance 6) Mary Santos, Tamzyn Kietzmann 7) Donna Pack, Tara Tenorio, Tina Doniger, Sue Falls, Will Barlar 8) Renee and Adam Harrell 9) Summer Thomas, Brittney Lewis 10) Cindy Ennis, Event Chair Jen Goodall, David and Christina Arquette, Emily Hensley

Photos by Charlie Mahanes

FROMAGE AT THE FRIST

The Grilled Cheeserie takes over the café at The Frist Museum

Compiled by Melissa Mahanes / Photo courtesy of The Frist Art Museum

The Frist Art Museum and The Grilled Cheeserie are excited to announce Café Cheeserie, a creative new concept from The Grilled Cheeserie featuring a new fromage focused, bistro-inspired menu, weekly and seasonal specials, as well as many favorites from the Hillsboro location and Food Truck. Café Cheeserie will be serving all hours the Frist is open.

“We are absolutely thrilled to have Café Cheeserie in the museum as a fun, high-quality amenity and destination for our guests and neighbors,” said Frist Art Museum executive director and CEO Seth Feman. “There are many rich connections to be made between the visual and culinary arts. With their elevated yet approachable menu and our shared hospitality and service values, we look forward to a wonderful partnership.”

Along with their popular scratch-made sandwiches, seasonal soups, and salads, Café Cheeserie will also offer new baguette

sandwiches, charcuterie boards, grab-and-go snacks and meals, and other items exclusive to the Frist location. “Being at the Frist has inspired us and pushed us to a whole new level creatively,” said The Grilled Cheeserie co-founder Joseph Bogan. “Drawing from almost fourteen years of serving the community at The Grilled Cheeserie, we look at this concept as the perfect next step. We are taking the same thoughtful approach with this new elevated menu that will include many new offerings and fun opportunities for unique specials.”

At the Frist, Café Cheeserie will roll out a full coffee bar menu featuring Good Citizen Coffee with house made breakfast items including croissants, pastries, and other fresh-baked goods. For families, there will be an expanded kids’ menu with an emphasis on local, organic ingredients. Ooh la la! sl

Café Cheeserie at The Frist Art Museum / 919 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203 / (615) 244-3340 / www.fristartmuseum.org / Hours: Monday, Friday and Saturday 10:00am-5:30pm, Sunday 1:00pm-5:30pm, closed Tuesday and Wednesday.

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