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From Darkness to Sight

From Darkness to Sight chronicles the remarkable life journey of Dr. Ming Wang, a world-renowned laser eye surgeon and philanthropist.

As a teenager, Ming fought valiantly to escape one of history’s darkest eras - China’s Cultural Revolution - during which millions of innocent youth were deported to remote areas to face a life sentence of poverty and hard labor. Through his own tenacity and his parents’ tireless efforts to provide a chance of freedom for their son, Ming eventually made his way to America with $50 in his pocket and an American dream in his heart, where against all odds he would earn a PhD in laser physics and graduate magna cum laude with the highest honors from Harvard Medical School and MIT. He embraced his Christian faith and tackled one of the most important questions of our time - Are faith and science friends or foes? - which led to his invention of a breakthrough biotechnology to restore sight. To date, Dr. Wang has performed over 55,000 eye procedures and has treated patients from nearly every state in the U.S. and from over 55 countries worldwide. He is considered the “doctor’s doctor,” as he has operated on over 4,000 physicians. Dr. Wang has published 8 textbooks, holds several U.S. patents and performed the world’s first laser artificial cornea implantation. He is currently the only surgeon in the state who performs 3D LASIK (age 18+), 3D Forever Young Lens Surgery (age 45+), 3D Laser Kamra (age 45+) and 3D Laser Cataract Surgery (age 60+). He established a non-profit foundation which provides sight restoration surgeries for indigent patients who otherwise would never have the opportunity to receive them free-of-charge. This is a story of one man’s inspirational journey, of turning fear, poverty, persecution, and prejudice into one of healing and love for others. It demonstrates how focus, determination, humility and profound faith can inspire a life that, in turn, impacts that of countless others.


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FFrom the Editor-In-Chief In life, we are all faced with devastation and disappointment that provide us the option to rise above like a phoenix and defeat it or let it defeat us. As much as misfortune and calamity can leave our souls and pride wounded, the hard truth is they are actually opportunities of expression and growth. It is a chance pr to articulate what we are truly made of when faced with adversity. Recently my husband and I were on our way to India to work on a company we had struggled months to create. I have never been to India, but the country has always been at the top of my bucket m list of places to go as every aspect of the country and culture fascinates me. Te level of enthusiasm and lis excitement ex xcitement w we both had boarding the plane to Newark to begin our journey was of the charts. However, during our many months of planning and preparing, neither our friends in India nor our travel agent mentioned the need for a m travel visa from the Indian government which would grant us permission to enter the country. When the gate agent tra in Newark asked to see our visa before we boarded the plane, my husband and I looked at each other in shock and kknew that this dream had just come to a devastatingly abrupt halt. It was Sunday. All of the foreign embassies were kn closed. We were told it usually takes weeks, if not months to get a travel visa. clo You must know, I work well under pressure. I was determined to fgure this out. I ended up spending seven hours at the Newark airport navigating the international rules and regulations regarding Indian visas. I was not ho prepared to give up. But, those hours turned into three days in New York City. We relied on Uber to take us all over pr Manhattan, searching for a resolution to what could have been an avoidable issue had we been better informed M and done our homework. Te fnal blow came when we learned because we had Tennessee-issued driver’s licenses, an New York coul N could never grant us a visa as the Volunteer state was out of its jurisdiction. Te visas had to be issued from Atlanta. Drained, devastated and disappointed, we booked the frst fight back to Nashville. fro We both knew there was simply nothing we could do and it was time to go home. With a few hours free in New York, we decided to venture to the new World Trade Center. In spite of New York City being the fashion capital of America, shopping was the last thing on our minds. We walked around Ground Zero with an overwhelming sense of sadness, not for ou ourselves, but for those who died. We read some of the many names of those lost during the ou indescribably tragic event that has forever changed this country. I thought of the husbands ind who lost their wives, the parents who lost their children, and the children who lost their wh parents on Sept. 11th 2010. My husband and I then went to the top of One World Trade pa Center and immediately became grateful for the gift that we were in the process of receiving. C Looking out the massive foor-to-ceiling windows on the 104th foor of the ffth-tallest Lo building in the world world, our personal tragedy was immediately put into perspective. Even though I was 104 stories of the ground, I was humbled – grounded. Suddenly my dilemma, which at the time felt massive, became so insignifcant. Nothing else mattered other than the reverence of this place, the memory of lives lost and a nation put in peril. becam Anything in my world that seemed signifcant simply evaporated. My thoughts turned from those lost to those who survived - the widowed husbands and wives who became strengthened and now tend their families and those of others. I thought of the children, who despite heartbreaking loss, learned to smile and play again. I think of this country and how people pulled together to comfort and console those they never met. Ten I thought of my situation and how petty it really was by comparison. I arrived back home with a greater appreciation for the life I live. Tere is nothing that is put on our plate that we cannot handle. We can choose to handle it by wallowing in misery or by fnding the strength within us. As we approach the holidays and the New Year, I hope that we can all look at challenges and disappointments as a true opportunity to step up to the plate and reveal the true person that lies within us. I never would have been in New York if this situation had not unfolded in the manner in which it did, but I know now that it was meant to go that way for a greater reason. I realized that everything does happen for a reason, although that reason may not be apparent at the time. I realized that I must have a lot more faith in the process. I know now I was meant to travel not to India, but to the top of One World Trade Center and be reminded that regardless of how bad or unfair things may seem the greater human spirit will prevail.

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THE SIXTH 7 IS A 10 Te new BMW 7 series Written by Andre James The flagship of the BMW marquee, the sixth generation of the 7 series, boasts an improved ride and handling while maintaining the luxury accoutrements associated with the sedan, frst introduced in 1977 as the world’s frst car to come ftted with an electronic speedometer. “Te primary objective in the development of the new car was to create a vision of modern luxury and to exceed our customers’ expectations. In BMW’s eyes, modern luxury is rooted in the most advanced technologies and extremely fine attention to detail. This generation of the BMW 7 Series is the most luxurious, most comfortable and – all round – the best car we have ever built in this class,” said Adrian van Hooydonk, senior vice president of the BMW Group Design.

Comprising the sedan’s skeleton is what BMW refers to as a “Carbon Core,” a composite construction of carbon-fber-reinforced plastic, ultrahigh-tensile steels and aluminum that is part of the BMW EfficientLightweight concept. As a result, the vehicle’s center of gravity is now even lower, and the load is distributed 50:50. Appearing modern and elegant, the prevalence of outwardcurving surfaces on the exterior enhances aerodynamic performance. Te car shows a long bonnet, short front overhang, long wheelbase and set-back passenger compartment. Te new 7 series is BMW’s frst car to feature visible air fap control, which is only open when there is a need for increased cooling. Headlight units, which extend as far up as the grill, are available with optional BMW Laserlight, easily identifed by a blue-colored horizontal bar in the center.

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Two non-metallic and nine metallic paint colors are available for the exterior, with two additional variants made available exclusively to those who opt for the M Sport package. Te new BMW 7 Series comes as standard with 17- or 18-inch light-alloy wheels. A selection of other light-alloy wheels up to 21-inches are available as an option. Spearheading the available engine lineup is a redeveloped 4.4-liter V8 engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology that has resulted in a major improvement in engine efficiency. The new 445-horsepower V8 is mated with the latest version of the intelligent all-wheel-drive system in the BMW 750i xDrive sedan. Te fully variable, electronically controlled power split between front and rear wheels enhances traction and stability as well as the handling dynamics in corners. Acceleration from 0-62 mph takes just 4.5 seconds. Te BMW 740i is equipped with a 3.0-liter sixcylinder 320-horsepower in-line engine with BMW TwinPower 34 slmag.net

Turbo technology. With a top speed of 155 mph, the 740i needs just 5.6 seconds to travel from 0-62 mph. A dizzying array of leading-edge technology is available to the driver and passengers. For the frst time, the iDrive 5.0 operating system monitor can be used as a touch display in addition to the controller. A new 3D sensor is able to detect hand gestures in order to control a number of functions, including the volume in audio applications and accepting or rejecting incoming telephone calls. Tere is also the option of pairing a specifc gesture with an individual choice of function. A smartphone holder integrated into the center console permits wireless, inductive phone charging for mobile phones – an industry frst. Anyone who’s ever given up in frustration after multiple failed attempts at navigating a tight parking space will appreciate the Remote Control Parking option, a world’s frst in a series-produced vehicle. Car owners will be able to maneuver in or out of forward-


parking spaces or garages without anyone at the wheel via a newly developed BMW Display Key. This innovative key features an LCD touch screen that provides fuel status, estimated range and service requirements. Other notable driver assist features include steering and lane control assistant, lane keeping assistant with active side collision protection, rear collision prevention, crossing trafc warning functions, active cruise control with stop & go function, and the trafc jam assistant, which involves semi-automated driving and can be used on any type of road. All of the aforementioned bells and whistles mean little in the absence of comfort and style, and the new 7 series delivers both in spades. A palpable sense of balance and well-being dominates the cabin. Controls on the center console are outlined in fne wood or aluminum surfaces. Both the trim strips and the instrument panel’s chrome surrounds are made-too-measure for each car. An overall feeling of spaciousness is highlighted by a horizontal surface

structure, which extends through the door trim. An available Panoramic Sky Lounge LED roof boasts etched glass that brings six diferent LED ambient light settings to life. For the ultimate in luxury, a Rear Executive Lounge Seating Package includes functional comfort-based seating, footrests and plush foor mats. The standard Wi-Fi hotspot also allows passengers to stream content from their mobile device directly to the 10" entertainment screens. A unique Ambient Air package option ionizes the air and generates a selection of eight aromas. A newly developed 16-speaker Bowers & Wilkins Diamond surround sound system has been specifcally tuned to the interior of the new BMW 7 Series. Realizing that personalization is of paramount importance in the luxury motoring segment, BMW ofers scores of options inside and out to create a custom sedan that is refective of each owner’s aesthetic and performance preferences. Starting MSRP for the 740i Sedan is $81,300 and $97,400 for the 750i xDrive Sedan. sl slmag.net

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Villa Stéphanie was built in 1890 to accommodate vacationing royals.

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Te debut of Villa Stéphanie at the Brenner’s Park Hotel in Baden-Baden, Germany revolutionizes the notion of a spa-centric vacation Written by Bridget Williams Pondering the appeal of a grand hotel – the kind conjured up so dreamily in Wes Anderson’s flm Te Grand Budapest Hotel – always makes me wax nostalgic over past stays at these bastions of a bygone era. But unlike the movie version, grand hotels that thrive today celebrate their legacy without eschewing the expectations of contemporary visitors. “Longevity is not always an asset,” said Frank Marrenbach, whose initial plan of a threeyear sprint as managing director of the 143-year-old Brenner’s Park-Hotel & Spa in Baden-Baden, Germany turned into a marathon-stay closing in on two decades. “Tradition is neutral; it’s heritage that’s important,” he added. Located in southwestern Germany’s Black Forest region near the border with France, Brenner’s Park-Hotel is arguably the grandest of the grand hotels built in the 18th and 19th centuries to accommodate the fashionable set that flocked to the thermal baths in Baden-Baden, a ritual the Romans brought to the area some 2,000 years ago. Brenner’s maxim at the time it was built was “luxury as a matter of course.” With the recent debut of Villa 36 slmag.net

Stéphanie on its grounds, past and present converge to create an unrivaled and all-encompassing luxury spa and wellness experience. Housed in a circa 1890 mansion originally built to opulently accommodate royal visitors, Villa Stéphanie is named after Grand Duchess Stéphanie of Baden, the adopted daughter of Napoleon I, who was admired for her beauty and charisma. Te entirety of the villa’s fve foors are given over to wellness, focusing on beauty, detox and nutrition, emotional balance and medical care. Guests lucky enough to take up temporary residence in one of 12 double rooms or three corner suites are given a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in a customized “spa-cation” surrounded by persons inhabiting a like state of mind. Connected to the Villa is “Haus Julius,” a 5,100-square-foot mansion providing tailormade medical care in several felds, including general medicine, aesthetic dentistry and dermatology. Tis combination provides for a totally bespoke experience, where a guest can integrate medical care alongside traditional spa therapies, or kick-off a physician-created nutrition and exercise program.


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Guest accommodations are luxurious, but restrained in their modern, clean lines. For those more daring than I, a “digital detox” button allows you to consciously choose to disconnect from technology; I clearly must need some type of 12-step program, as I never came close to fipping the switch. In my defense, I’m fairly certain I spent more time looking at the enviable view from my balcony than my little phone screen. Villa Guests have access to the Salon on the concierge level, where a varying selection of healthful à la carte snacks and drinks are available throughout the day. Guests can choose to sit inside surrounded by scores of beautiful cofee table tomes or outside on the stone terrace overlooking the exquisitely landscaped grounds, which, during the time of our mid-summer stay, were absolutely resplendent with massive hydrangea blooms in vibrant colors I’d never spied before. In planning our retreat, we were guided to choose a treatment and activity plan uniquely suited to our needs and interests, ultimately selecting a balanced mix of active and passive pursuits. Reaching well-beyond the typical spa goers intention of reaching a semi-vegetative state of relaxation, our frst full day began with an alfresco breakfast next to the fountain in the courtyard of the 38 slmag.net

Salon Lichtental in the Brenners Park-Hotel. While the bufet was bounteous and the service genteel, it was my favorite (and nearly impossible to find in my corner of the world) Mariage Frères Marco Polo tea presented in a bespoke Limoges china tea service that really stole the show. “Grand hotels don’t disregard etiquette, and they preserve old-world elegance,” remarked Marrenbach when I was gushing later that day about starting of my morning with such relaxed refnement. E n e r g i z e d a n d ov e r s t u f f e d f r o m a t a d t o o m u c h overindulgence at breakfast, we kicked off our program with an hour of kickboxing and mental coaching with Henri Charlet, a 30-year veteran of the sport and winner of multiple German and European championships. Our session was held in the Villa’s private gym, a space so beautifully designed it would have easily passed for a living room if it wasn’t for the Argon 18 time trial bike tricked out with Zipp wheels positioned on a trainer in the center of the room. Charlet is an amazing athlete, but his instruction in mental training and toughness was truly intriguing. At frst the skeptic in me thought it seemed like a lot of mumbo jumbo, but after giving my entire focus over to a series of drills, I was convinced. We left with a good sweat and lots of positive energy.


Te Salon on the concierge level at Villa Stéphanie ofers varying selection of healthful à la carte snacks and drinks throughout the day. Suite bedroom in Villa Stéphanie.

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Morning tea service at the Salon Lichtental in the Brenners Park-Hotel.

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Later that afternoon I opted for a traditional hammam treatment. Carried out in the sauna, the treatment is quite vigorous, with a thorough exfoliating scrub and loofah combined with a massage that left my skin smooth and soft. Having tried hammam several times, I’ve discovered that the intensity, combined with the heat, leaves you feeling as though you’ve just run a marathon afterward, so plan ample downtime post-service to recuperate. My second spa day was focused primarily on leisure and relaxation, with a 60-minute Sisley Phyto Aromatique Facial followed by a signature full-body massage. Combined, the treatments were so relaxing that even this solid type A person was lulled into sleep at various intervals. Having all of the available spa treatments and medical services available in one place, as well as gourmet room service from Brenner’s Park-Hotel at your fngertips, permits guests a high degree of privacy and discretion and, for those so inclined, the opportunity to never have to change out of their plush bathrobe! After just a single day in Baden-Baden we were besot by its charms. A walk, run or stroll along the Lichtentaler Allee, a nearly

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1.5-mile long promenade laid out parallel to the river Oos more than 350 years ago and accessible through a gate on the hotel grounds, is dreamy any time of day. Along the way you meander past the most gorgeous gardens, Belle Époque mansions and centuries-old homes whose facades are punctuated by window boxes heavy with colorful blooms, and then into the heart of the village, where the locals carry baskets to and from the farmer’s market for their daily sustenance. The soul of the city is palpable, and there’s a discernable pride of place among its residents, who enjoy urban amenities in an idyllic countryside setting. “Baden-Baden is really unique to Germany,” explained Bärbel Göhner, head of PR for Brenners Park-Hotel, who added that the area is frequently referred to as The Hamptons of Germany. Marrenbach called it an “oasis of tranquility without being boring,” and highlighted the region’s dual French/German infuence, safety, rich cultural life, an abundance of outdoor pursuits and the posh trappings that accompany being one of the wealthiest cities in the country.


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Marlene Dietrich described Baden-Baden’s casino, Germany’s oldest, as, "Te most beautiful casino in the world,” and Dostoevsky famously spent a summer and nearly all of his money in the palatial gambling halls. Stopping by for one of the daily guided morning tours, we were awed by the splendor of the space and wished we’d brought appropriate evening attire to return and insert ourselves into a setting ft for a high stakes encounter with James Bond. Tere are ample sights, both within walking distance and further afeld, that can amply fll a typical weeklong stay: ruins of ancient Roman baths; the Ascot-esque scene at the Ifezheim horse racetrack; the Rebland wine region; the Friedrichsbad IrishRoman baths, the oldest in the city and requiring a minimum of 2.5 hours to complete the 16-step treatment; several museums along the “Cultural Mile”; numerous castle ruins; and, the Black Forest National Park. Brenner’s Park-Hotel offers a comprehensive hiking and biking guide, rated by difficulty, with equipment and guides available. My overdeveloped sense of nostalgia made me regret I didn’t schedule a daytrip with

“Oscar,” the hotel’s fully restored special edition 1960s VW T1 Samba minibus, available to guests for chaufeured trips into the countryside complete with a gourmet picnic lunch. The respite offered by Villa Stéphanie epitomizes the benefts sought from a hard-earned vacation. It is a place that invites you to slow down and savor its many sights and sounds, a realization I came to in an organic fashion one afternoon while wandering the hotel’s manicured grounds. I stopped to admire a tranquil scene that in daily life would have gone unnoticed: trailing tendrils from a towering willow tree that seemed to sip from the river as their leaves were tickled by the ripples of water gently flowing over the cobblestone-lined riverbed. “For all those who devote all their energy to their families and business all year round, Villa Stephanie represents a place to regain strength, focus and health to master their demanding lives even better,” said Marrenbach. For more information about Villa Stéphanie, visit brenners/ villa-stephanie.com. sl

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Bibliotaph... Gather 'Round the Table

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Inspired by the farm-to-table movement, Amelia Saltsman's 150 recipes ofer a refreshingly diferent take on traditional and contemporary Jewish cooking. She traces the thread of Jewish cuisine from its ancient roots to today’s focus on seasonality and sustainability. Amelia Saltsman - Te Seasonal Jewish Kitchen: A Fresh Take on Tradition - Hardcover, 320 pages, Sterling Epicure Publishing (sterlingpublishing.com). In her frst cookbook, Sandy Axelrod, an 18-year veteran of the catering industry and founder of the Food and Fond Memories website, shares insider tips and advice along with some of her best recipes for good eating and easy entertaining. Recipes are divided by category from Small Bites and First Courses to Pasta, Meat, Chicken, Seafood, Sides Dishes, Brunch and Sweet Endings. Sandy Axelrod - Afairs to Remember - Hardcover, 302 Pages, Motivational Press (motivationalpress.com).

Internationally heralded bon vivants May and Axel Vervoordt share 107 seasonal recipes that highlight their penchant for simple sophistication. May Vervoordt, Patrick Vermeulen, Michael Gardner (authors), JeanPierre Gabriel (photographer) - At Home with May and Axel Verdoordt: Recipes for Every Season - Hardcover, 176 pages, Flammarion (rizzoliusa.com). His "drip" paintings are instantly recognizeable, but few people are familiar with Jackson Pollock the gardener, baker, and consummate dinner-party host. Ideal for the kitchen or the cofee table, this book features recipes collected from Pollock's handwritten notes and from his wife, his mother and friends in the town of Springs on Long Island, interspersed with photos of Pollock's art and home. Robyn Lea - Dinner with Jackson Pollock: Recipes, Art & Nature Hardcover, 176 pages, Assouline (assouline.com).

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bib 'li' o 'taph, [bib-lee-uhtaf, -tahf ]: a person who caches or hoards books

Te cuisine at Chef Laurent Halasz's popular Fig & Olive restaurants is inextricably linked to his formative years in Mougins, in the South of France. Among the 60 simple recipes celebrating the Mediterranean table are his restaurant's signature green apple and olive oil sorbet. Laurent Halasz - Fig & Olive: Te Cuisine of the French Riviera - Hardcover, 160 pages, Assouline (assouline.com). In 2012 Jocelyn Delk Adams founded Grandbaby Cakes, a food blog inspired by her grandmother and devoted to classic desserts, modern trends, and showcasing the pastry feld in an accessible way. Her debut book presents 50 classic cake recipes marked by degree of difculty alongside endearing stories of "Big Mama's" kitchen. Jocelyn Delk Adams - Grandbaby Cakes: Modern Recipes, Vintage Charm, Soulful Memories Hardcover, 224 pages, Surrey Books (agatepublishing.com). Chef Anthony Lamas, Food Network's "Extreme Chef" winner and multiple James Beard Best Chef nominee, shares the unique style that has brought critical acclaim to his Louisville, Kentucky restaurant, Seviche, A Latin Restaurant. Te 125 recipes throughout the book incorporate Lamas' Latin roots along with the best seasonal Southern ingredients. Anthony Lamas and Gwen Pratesi - Southern Heat: New Southern Cooking Latin Style - Hardcover, 288 pages, Taunton Press (taunton.com).

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Carignan: An identity crisis worth investigating

Written by Scott Harper, Master Sommelier

Gravillas mantis on Carignan grapes. Photo courtesy of Clos du Gravillas.

Not many have heard of the grape Carignan, and it doesn’t appear on very many wine labels. It is often underappreciated and misunderstood. While Carignan is the French name for the grape, in the United States it is referred to as Carignane and in Italy as Carignano. For added confusion, Carignan has at least three synonyms in Spain: it is called Samso in Catalonia, Mazuelo in Rioja, and Cariñena in Aragón. Talk about the pain of an identity crisis! Somewhat deserving of its pejorative reputation, Carignan was, and still is to some extent, responsible for the enormous quantity of low quality wine in the southern region of France called Languedoc-Roussillon, as well as other parts of the world, due in no small order to its ability to produce yields of nearly four times higher then other “superior” wine grapes. If you want to make a great deal of red wine in a warm climate, a savvy winemaker would invariably choose the late-ripening, high-output grape Carignan. Historically, this is exactly what happened, making Carignan one of the most planted grapes in

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France. Expect harsh, rustic tannins, under ripe green flavors, lack of complexity and zero fnesse. But this has changed, at least to some degree, and in recent years Carignan has quietly been shedding its poor reputation. A lot of Carignan has been pulled out of vineyards in favor of “better” quality grapes, but if you tame the gigantic yields, you can make a very nice wine of concentration, complexity and fnesse. Old vines naturally produce lower yields, and hence, the quality leaders are producing Carignan from older, low-yielding vines in France and other areas of the world, such as Priorat, Spain; Maule Valley, Chile; and Sardinia, Italy. Tese areas also may employ techniques such as dry-farming and head-pruning bush vines, which help reduce yields. Additional areas certainly grow Carignan; it is believed to originate in Spain from the eponymous region of Cariñena, Aragón. Ironically in Cariñena, it is the second most planted red grape after Grenache. While the Spanish region of Priorat may be the best-known area for quality Carignan blends, I want to highlight the Maule Valley, Sardinia and Languedoc-Roussillon.


John Bojanowski in the vineyards. Image courtesy of Clos du Gravillas.

Harvest 2015 Image courtesy of Clos du Gravillas.

MAULE VALLEY CARIGNAN In Chile, they love their small quantities of Carignan so much that a group of producers have formed a quality association called Vigno “Vignadores de Carignan.” Vigno wines are a minimum 65 percent Cariganan from old vines that are dry-farmed, headpruned bush vines from the Maule Valley. Vigno has helped push Chilean Carignan forward and has done a great job preserving the vineyards and promoting the quality of Carignan. Carignan Garcia & Schwaderer Vigno 2011 (Crucecillas [Maule Valley], Chile) With an average vine age of 54 years, this wine more than qualifes for old vines. Te wine is aged in 20 percent new French oak and 80 percent used French oak for two years. It is almost opaque purple and full-bodied with the favors of violets, pepper, earth and black fruits. Tannins are well integrated and would stand up nicely to grilled rack of lamb. SARDINIAN CARIGNANO The name “Isola dei Nuraghi” literally means the Island of the Nuraghi. Sardinia's nuraghi are conical stone towers that speak to the island’s strategic position in ancient times, and there are estimated to still be 7,000 or so nuraghi on the island, making it a symbol of Sardinia. While Carignano is not the most important grape of Sardinia, it may very well be on the way to becoming its specialty. Argicola Punica Barrua 2011 (Isola dei Nuraghi [Sardinia], Italy) Made from a blend of 85 percent Carignano, 10 percent Cabernet Sauvignon and fve percent Merlot. Te wine spends 18 months in French oak: 50 percent new and 50 percent yearold. Medium purple color, with a beautiful old-world nose of sweet leather, blackberry, cherry, baking spices, notes of licorice

and hints of purple fowers. Try with bone-in strip steak seasoned with ample fresh black pepper and sea salt. Argicola Punica Montessu 2011 (Isola dei Nuraghi [Sardina], Italy) Made from 60 percent Carignano, 10 percent Syrah, 10 percent Cabernet Sauvignon, 10 percent Cabernet Franc and 10 percent Merlot. Aged in French oak barrels, two-to-three years old, for up to 10 months. Medium purple, with the scent of black fruits, wild strawberries, forest foor, licorice and lavender, with balanced tannins and a freshness and verve. Perfect with herbcrusted, roasted pork lion. LANGUEDOC-ROUSSILLON CARIGNAN If you surveyed the French regarding their opinion of Carignan, you may come to the conclusion that they are ambivalent. Tey either love it or hate it. Vigneron’s that love it make delicious Carignan that will prompt you to forget about those who hate it. If there were Carignan evangelists, it would likely be John and Nicole Bojanowski, a Franco-American couple that have been making world-class Carignan in the area around Saint-Jean-deMinervois at Clos Du Gravillas. Clos Du Gravillas Lo Vièlh 2007 Carignan (Vin de Pays [IGP] Cotes du Brian Rouge, France) By French law it must be at least 85 percent Carignan. Te oldest vines date from 1911 to 1970. Te wine is produced organically and is foot crushed and aged in 400-litre French barrels. The wine tastes of black cherries, plum, saddle leather, Provencal herbs, lavender, violets and pepper with a medium to full body, and well-integrated tannins. Try with grilled duck sausage. sl A Certifed Wine Educator, Harper is one of 140 professionals in North America and 220 worldwide who have earned the title Master Sommelier.

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Courtesy, Te Winter Antique Show

Destination Antiques: Winter Antiques Show, New York Written by Amelia and Jef Jefers

Oil on canvas, Te Hat Bath by James Carroll Beckwith (1852-1917), American; courtesy Tomas Colville Fine Art

Te opening night party includes a who’s who of collectors as well as New York social, celebrity and political fgures.

Ev e r y Ja n u a r y, i n Ne w Yo r k’s t o n y Up p e r E a s t Si d e neighborhood, a seasoned group of antiques enthusiasts buck the snowbird trend in favor of the most prestigious two weeks on the American collecting scene: Te Winter Antiques Show. Held in the historic and stunning Park Avenue Armory, the Winter Antiques Show is the star and centerpiece of Americana Week - a convention (of sorts) of scholars, collectors, dealers and auctioneers who gather for a series of auctions, lectures and antique shows that tend to set the pace of the American antiques market - ofering the broader antiques community a fairly accurate forecast of how the market will progress in the coming year. Built in 1861 by New York’s “silk stocking” Seventh Regiment of the National Guard in response to a call for troops by President Lincoln, the Armory on Park was as much a social club as a military facility. Members of the Regiment included some of the most prominent families of the Gilded Age: Vanderbilts, Van Rensselaers, and Roosevelts, among others. No expense was spared. A noteworthy architectural and engineering feat of the 19th century is the 55,000-square-foot Wade Tompson Drill Hall. One of the largest unobstructed spaces in New York today, the hall was designed by Regiment veteran and architect, Charles W. Clinton - whose frm went on to design the Apthorp Apartments and the Astor Hotel.

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Armchair with Scrolled Arms attributed to Duncan Phyfe, New York, about 1825; courtesy, Hirschl & Adler Galleries

It is in this remarkable space that the Winter Antiques Show (WAS) dealers assemble. Given the collective buying power of the sophisticated collecting audience, an exhibitor spot in the WAS is an enviable, albeit daunting opportunity. Seventythree WAS dealers collectively spend several million dollars to participate in the 10-day show; the inventory they bring refects their phenomenal investment of time and money. WAS booths are breathtaking installations of not only premium inventory, but also the personalities and passions of each company and its respective industry leader. Twenty years ago, Patrick Bell and his business partner Edwin Hild (of renowned Olde Hope Antiques), were ofered the coveted booth vacated by great folk art dealer, Gerald Kornblau. “...The Winter Antiques Show represents the very finest dealers and objects available in the many disciplines represented. It is the standard by which all other shows are measured and only Masterpiece London and TEFAF compare in stature and quality, and of course they are European fairs,” Bell recently said. As Bell’s comment hints, the WAS has expanded beyond the focus of the rest of Americana Week. Nearly two-thirds of the exhibitors specialize in other categories, including jewelry, midcentury modern, rugs and Asian artifacts. While it is now the minority by number of dealers, the heart of the show remains American furniture and decorative arts. Revered names in the


Left to right: An icon of American folk art, a carved fgure of George Washington from the Washington Masonic Lodge in Adams, Pennsylvania, circa 1850-1870; courtesy David Schorsch & Eileen Smiles; Trade Sign Signed LR, “B.P.r”, American, 1850-70; courtesy, Olde Hope Antiques; Enamel on gold, Portrait of George IV as Prince Regent by Henry Bone, British, 1821; courtesy Elle Shushan Portrait Miniatures

business can be found on the WAS floor, one after another, displaying the best of their inventory. Stuart Feld of Hirschl & d Adler represents a sophisticated blend of fne art and high-style 19th century furnishings. Working in an earlier period of very fne antiques, the shops of Nathan Liverant & Son and C.L. Prickett are each led by second-generation antiquarians continuing the proud tradition of sourcing exemplary and important examples of early American furniture established by their fathers. An exuberant demand for folk art in previous years spawned a separate show during Americana week dedicated to the category, but the WAS continues to host incomparable folk art dealers like Barbara Pollack, David Schorsch and Eileen Smiles, Alan Katz and Grace & Elliott Snyder. The eclectic but distinguished Tillou Gallery displays everything from pre-Columbian art to coins to 18th century American art and furniture. From Arader Galleries and Te Old Print Shop, buyers may browse selections of early prints and etchings; and the American aesthetic movement is beautifully represented by Associated Artists. Any attempt to list the bevy of signifcant professionals who comprise the show is daring at best, for fear of leaving out a respected frm or individual. In addition to the impressive score of dealers, the WAS always includes a loan exhibition, lecture series and a number of social events kicked off by the glamorous opening night

party. Celebrity watchers will not be disappointed as a veritable who’s who of the Upper East Side shells out $2,500 per person to have frst shot at the best inventory in the show. At $200 per ticket, the Young Collectors Night is a more approachable ticket for new collectors, emerging philanthropists, and art and design enthusiasts, and includes a private reception with a number of recognized interior design professionals ready to lend advice about decorating with antiques. Daily tickets to shop the show are available for a mere $25. Loan exhibitions are always featured at the entrance to the show; in 2016 items from the Wadswoth Atheneum in Hartford, Connecticut will be displayed. Lecture series span collecting interests, and are often accompanied by book-signings, giving visitors many reasons to return to the show across the ten-day run. Proceeds from the Winter Antiques Show benefit the important educational and social services work of the East Side House Settlement. Te Winter Antiques Show will be held January 22 - 31, 2016. More information about the show, the Armory on Park and the East Side House Settlement may be found at winterantiquesshow.com. To explore the variety of auctions and shows rounding out Americana Week, send us an email for details and suggestions for visiting - amelia@garths.com.. sl Amelia & Jef Jefers are co-owners of two fne art, antique and bespoke collectibles companies: Garth's of Delaware, Ohio and Selkirk of St. Louis, Missouri.

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1-4) Laminate-coated envelope clutches from Kent Stetson feature whimsical designs and 3D elements ($198/each; kentstetson.com). 2) Te Big bu 10.5" tall statue available in black, clear or gold laser cut Plexiglass ($185-$195; bu-designs.com). 3) Baccarat Papillon Lucky Butterfy in clear iridescent ($200; us.baccarat.com). 4) Designed by Naoko Shintani for Alessi, Te Kaleidos basket is a simple concept of folding a sheet of steel produces a kaleidoscope-efect that refects, deforms and multiplies whatever you choose to display in endless dimensions ($120; alessi.com). 5) From De Vecchi Milano 1935, the Trebok pitcher is available in silver, a limited edition of 99, pieces or silver plated ($3,500 and $1,500; devecchi.com). 6) Seletti umbrella featuring graphics from the December 2012 issue of Toiletpaper magazine ($50; shoptoiletpaper.com). 7) From Apple and Hermès, the Double Tour features an Hermès watch face remained by Apple designers and a leather strap that wraps twice around the wrist. Available in four colors ($1,250; apple.com). 8) Rufno Bruschetta Board by Noble Goods is handmade by design duo Molly FitzSimons and Christopher Moore in their Brooklyn studio out of walnut with an olive branch motif of inlaid burgundy and smoke-colored resin ($175; noblegoods.com). 9) Based in Nashville, Paddywax is an artisan candle and home fragrance company that hand-pours soy wax into unique decorative votives. Available in a variety of aromatic fragrances ($10-$30; paddywax.com). 10) Vibrant pillows from PHAX are fashioned from patterned swim fabrics of collections past and present ($60; phax.com.co).

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Sound-Bomb portable speaker from Crosley features Bluetooth connectivity and a 1/4" microphone jack ($149.95; crosleyradio.com).

Ornament made using a custom stamp from Tree Designing Women's line of custom stampers and embossers ($29-$49; threedesigningwomen.com).

From Frette - top to bottom: New Light ivory cashmere stole ($950); Anonmio chevron-patterned cashmere throw ($2,200); Bliss cosseting cashmere throw ($1,100); Olga knitted blanket ($6,200); Naomi wold and silk woven blanket ($4,200; frette.com).

Juicepresso Platinum is the only cold press juicer with a one-piece extraction system for easy cleaning and reassembly, that doubles as a sorbet and smoothie maker ($549; juicepressousa.com).

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HOTEL CONFIDENTIAL

Omni Bedford Springs Resort Written by Bridget Williams Water can be curative or catastrophic. For the Omni Bedford Springs Resort, water is both its raison d'être and a force that almost wiped it off the map nearly 200 years later. In 1796 Dr. John Anderson “discovered” mineral springs tucked in the Allegheny Mountains of south-central Pennsylvania, an area long revered as sacred healing grounds for the Iroquois and Shawnee tribes. Word quickly spread about the “healing waters,” and soon, people from all over the country converged upon Bedford seeking a cure for what ailed them. In an effort to accommodate the masses, Dr. Anderson devised plans for an ambitious hotel and purchased a large tract of land whose sole structure was a grist mill. His initial hotel, opened in 1806, continued to be enlarged over the years until the Georgian-style building stretched nearly a quarter mile from end-to-end. The expansion of the railroad made the area easily accessible for residents of DC, Philadelphia and New York, who sought solace in the pristine outdoors from increasingly polluted city life. 50 slmag.net

The resort’s golf course, first laid out by Spencer Oldham in 1895, is one of the oldest courses in the United States. Now known as the Bedford Springs Old Course, the most recent refurbishment saw the restoration of the natural spring bed with native grasses and other natural materials indigenous to the food plain, as well as water features apparent at nearly every hole. Eleven U.S. presidents have visited the resort: Tomas Jeferson, Andrew Jackson, William Henry Harrison, John Tyler, James Polk, James Buchanan, James Garfield, William Howard Taft, Dwight Eisenhower, Ronald Reagan and George W. Bush. Buchanan received the frst transatlantic cable sent from England to the U.S. at the hotel in August of 1958. His summer in residence at the resort prompted it to be referred to as the “Summer White House.” Despite being designated a National Historic Landmark in 1984, the hotel closed its doors in 1986, was nearly destroyed by a fash food in 1988, and fell into great disrepair before being purchased a decade later. Following an extensive $120 million renovation and restoration, the property reopened to overnight guests in 2007.


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Tere are 25 miles of hiking and biking trails on property.

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Today, the 2,200-acre, 216-room, four-season resort represents an ideal balance of old and new. Toughtful interior design presents period antiques and historical photographs in such a way as to convey a feeling of being welcomed into a grand, stylish family home versus a staid museum. Te heart of the hotel – the mineral spring-fed indoor pool – retains its historic charm. It is fun to imagine what would be said if walls could talk. Though I didn’t experience anything paranormal, there are stories of guests that have reported ghostly encounters with spirits of soldiers and small children who mysteriously appear in photographs taken at the resort. The Eternal Spring, the name of the area’s eighth mineral spring, discovered during the 2007 renovation, serves as the moniker for the hotel’s 30,000-square-foot spa, which was designed to blend with the resort’s Georgian architecture. A total of 15 treatment rooms provide for a wide range of services, including the Bedford Baths signature bathing ritual, massage, body wraps, hydrotherapy, refexology, skincare, and specialty services such as Intuitive Touch, Shamanic and Reiki Healing, and Acutonics. As a full-service resort, there are ample dining and recreational options on property, and nearby excursions are ideal for early American history buffs. A sampling of the more active pursuits include 25 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails over varying

terrain; a seasonal outdoor pool (part of a $1.5 million aquatic center); Segway and UTV trail tours; an archery center; fshing in Red Oak Lake; and a well-equipped ftness center. From rustic to refned, the fve on-site dining options overseen by Executive Chef David Noto provide something for every palette. For foodies, his engaging and highly entertaining cooking demonstrations and classes are a must-do. Serving breakfast and dinner, the elegant Crystal Room presents farm-to-table cuisine from its exhibition kitchen. Closely refective of the hotel’s history, the intimate, candlelit rooms of the 1796 Room serve up traditional hearty fare, focusing on steaks, chops, fsh and fowl. Next to the 1796 Room, the original stone walls up the ambiance in the circa 1806 Frontier Tavern, which serves lunch, dinner and drinks; an adjacent outdoor fre pit is popular for its nightly s’mores service. Casual fare and gourmet-to-go is served at the Che Sara Cafe, located near the indoor pool; Te Turtle Shell at the outdoor pool; and Feight’s Folly, near the golf course’s 10th green. Located three miles south of Exit 146 of the Pennsylvania Turnpike, the resort is an accessible scenic drive from several metropolitan areas: Pittsburgh (90 minutes), Washington, DC (two hours), Baltimore (two hours), Philadelphia (three hours) and New York City (four hours). For more information or reservations, visit omnihotels/Bedford. sl slmag.net

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Moët’s Festive So Bubbly bottle, a special reimagining of the House’s iconic Imperial Brut, perfectly embodies the end-of-year spirit, elevating the generous art of gift giving. Elegantly embellished with three-dimensional golden bubbles in place of its label, this statuesque sparkler is a visual representation of the beautiful bubbles inside, adding a touch of glistening glamour to festivities. The Festive So Bubbly is an especially appropriate holiday pick as Moët & Chandon celebrates its third year as Te Ofcial Champagne of New Year’s Eve in Times Square ($43; ReserveBar.com).

To celebrate the release of SPECTRE, the 24th James Bond adventure, Champagne Bollinger is launching SPECTRE Limited Edition, inspired by the style and sophistication of the world of Bond. Te Bollinger cuvée, a 2009 vintage, is encased in a chill box, designed by Carré Basset, which keeps the bottle chilled for two hours after refrigeration ($229; champagne-bollinger.com). (Ring) A whimsical creation by Lydia Courteille in 18K white gold with diamonds, red sapphires, and pearls (price upon request; lydiacourteille.com).

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SALON PRIVÉ

Jaguar and Ferrari take top honors as Salon Privé marks its 10th anniversary Written by Andre James As evidenced by the stunning display of vehicles in the Chubb Insurance Concours d’Elégance and the Pirelli Prestige & Performance Competition at its new location on the superbly manicured lawns of Blenheim Palace, Salon Privé has cemented its position as the UK’s leading luxury classic and supercar show. Enjoying the three-day extravaganza for himself, the 12th Duke of Marlborough was impressed: “I am thrilled at how well the frst year of the Salon Privé Supercar Show went. It was fantastic to see such a huge range of amazing cars and to welcome so many enthusiasts. I very much look forward to next year’s event and hosting the show for years to come.’’ With in excess of 11,000 visitors attending, this year ofered something for both classic and modern car enthusiasts. Te two 62 slmag.net

competitions celebrated the beauty and passion of automotive design and engineering, with vehicles ranging from pre-war tourers to the latest super and hypercars. Te perennially popular Boodles Ladies’ Day, a longstanding highlight of Salon Privé, was another rousing success, combining stunning jewelry, elegant dresses and magnificent hats. A procession of Koenigseggs, led by Christian von Koenigsegg himself, escorted the 10 best-dressed women to the winner’s rostrum, where Alexa Watson was awarded the top prize. VIP guests enjoyed a quintessential English day out with lobster and champagne, as they took in motoring rarities such as the second ever UK viewing of the three hypercar track cars together – the Ferrari FXX K, Aston Martin Vulcan and McLaren P1 GTR.


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Jaguar XK120 Jabbeke. Photo by Max Earey.

Besting 68 other highly competitive entrants, a Jaguar XK120 Jabbeke, owned by Kurt A. Engelhorn, stole the show at the Chubb Insurance Concours d’Elégance, considered one of the top three global Concours events. It triumphed over what some considered to be the favorite, a 1937 Delahaye 135MS Cabriolet, which received the coveted People’s Choice award and a special award for Most Elegant. With a focus on models from 1975 to the present, the inaugural Pirelli Performance & Prestige Competition on Saturday saw 69 super and hypercars square of in the famous Great Court of Blenheim Palace. Adding great dramatic efect, Horacio Pagani lead a procession of 11 Paganis (three Pagani Huayras and eight Pagani Zondas) onto the showfeld. Ferraris received many of the day’s awards, with a Ferrari 360 Challenge 64 slmag.net

Stradale winning the Built for Speed class and the Ferrari Superamerica taking the Feel the Breeze title. It was a LaFerrari owned by George Bamford that ruled the day, taking the top spot in the Blink and it’s Gone class and receiving the overall Pirelli Award for the day. “I was blown away to win at such an amazing event. It was a wonderful day, and the Bagley brothers did an outstanding job. It was a real tour de force of supercars, and it was a total surprise to win,” remarked Bamford. Andrew Bagley, Salon Privé managing director, commented, “In our first year at Blenheim Palace, we couldn’t be more thrilled. The Chubb Insurance Concours d’Elégance welcomed the best of the classic car world, while The Pirelli Prestige & Performance Competition attracted a whole new audience to the spectacle of Salon Privé – all of whom loved the parade of super and hypercars.” sl


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A Tennessee-bred chef recreates the southern steakhouse just in time for the holidays Written by Leigh Hendry and Gloria Houghland Photography by Allen Clark

In the early days of going “out” to eat in Middle Tennessee, there were typically three choices: steakhouses, breakfast places and meatand-threes. Te savviest of restaurateurs thundered straight toward steak territory, the potential for success as alluring as a roaring bonfire under a frigid winter moon. Even today, amidst a local dining market ablaze with dazzling diversity, our city’s collective preference for meat-and-potatoes has never wavered. We remain a populace enamored with a cooked-to-perfection steak. And, while Nashville has had an enduring abundance of steakhouses, (all likely based on the original 19th-century American chophouse tradition, a novel, post-Civil War concept when it debuted in New York in 1868), the city has never competed on a national level in this culinary category. However, when the M Street group branded and delivered Kayne Prime in 2011, they divined a full-on steakhouse experience----as a local-focused, independent boutique restaurant. Teir prospective served to ratchet the heat level up by more than a few degrees. Music City was suddenly home to a bona fide, Zagat-rated steakhouse, a place where ladies were welcome to join the table, unlike the male-dominated Manhattan beefsteak banquets of a century ago. 70 slmag.net

Since its inception in 2009, the M Street group has stealthily transformed an unassuming street named McGavock in the Gulch into a culinary powerhouse of enticing dining establishments. By methodically procuring property along this road (across from Nashville’s downtown Kayne Train Yards, which is refected in the restaurant’s name), M Street has conjured an Epcot-style, epicurean adventure all its own. On a single city block, all within walking distance of one another, diners can sate almost any craving by choosing either M Street’s Whiskey Kitchen for casual American fare; Virago, a top-rated Japanese and sushi spot with a rooftop bar; the upscale Italian Moto Enoteca + Cucina; St. Anejo, an authentic Mexican cantina and Kayne Prime, M Street’s sirloin cut choice. KP was awarded the 2014 “Best of Nashville” Best Steakhouse and Best Service designations last year, before earning a coveted slot in USA Today’s “Top Ten Best Restaurants in Nashville” this year, as well as Best Steak Restaurant in the Tennessean’s “Toast of Music City” awards announced earlier this fall. KP’s renowned beef and innovative menu have made it a Holy Grail destination for extremely serious steakhouse devotees, as well as a place for foodies of every stripe.


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Each of the M Street eateries exudes a hip, cool vibe with ease. KP is no exception with its entrance and interior spaces done in a combination of rustic and modern, yet sophisticated, style. Proprietor and M Street impresario Chris Hyndman also credited architect Matt Zink with a vital role in the creation and execution of the design. A trio of sparkling red chandeliers bring a grace note of sexy ambiance to the entrance foyer, setting the mood for a cozy winter respite. Tis is a memorable spot for commemorating life’s epic moments or when the day is done. The imposing bar, with its eye-level view of the downtown skyline and the historic railway, starts heating up at 5:00 p.m. Te entire menu is available to those who prefer to dine in the bar’s high energy atmosphere, where guests can enjoy creative craft cocktails from the aptly named Bulleit Bourbon-driven “Passenger” to the Crown Royal whiskey and ginger beer concoction called the “Bow Tie”. KP boasts an expansive dining room and three private dining areas. Te Union Room, papered in gold with concrete walls, seats 22 and is also available for overfow trafc, while the Champagne Room in the back of the house, holds intimate parties of eight. A commodious farm table in the Chef ’s Room has enough seating for 16 guests. Simple black-and-white photos and etchings, hung sparingly throughout, are complemented by industrial pendant lights suspended from the wooden ceiling. Te entire restaurant, which can accommodate 200 on any given night, is often flled to capacity every evening of the week. Tere is no lunch service, and though KP possesses a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere, the business attire dress code prohibits shorts and fipfops, so guests should plan accordingly. 72 slmag.net

It is not just the décor that suffuses Kayne Prime with its laid-back elegance. Much of the credit for the restaurant’s ambience can be attributed to Chef Robert Grace, a low-key, no drama type who takes creative inspiration from everyday life. Chef Grace, who earned a degree in Culinary Arts from Johnson and Wales in Providence, RI, has been sharpening his kitchen skills professionally since he was a teenager. A son of the South who hails from Tennessee and Mississippi, Grace says his below-the-Mason Dixon-line heritage permeates many of his dishes. He also likes to take a courtly, Southern-style direction in the kitchen, where his foremost principle dictates a sense of urgency based on the notion that customers like their steaks served hot, of course. He commands a smooth kitchen operation based upon his posted rules, which include respect for the product, survival through excellent organization, and adaptability and improvisation when necessary. He says he learned and expanded upon his fundamental skills while serving as chef to a James Beard award-winning cook. He stages a monthly cooking class for his staff along with a holiday seminar for all M Street employees. He readily confesses to his passion for both teaching and sharing his vast culinary knowledge, and is resolute in his conviction that the wait staf be as well-informed as the folks in the kitchen. KP uses an efcient team service approach, which worked quite efectively on the night we visited. Te duo of Steve and Mark (assisted by Patrick), who took exceptional care of our party, were attentive, insightful and congenial.


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Hyndman, who is justifiably pleased with his chef and the staf at KP, says, “We are extremely proud of Kayne Prime’s success and the leadership role it plays in the city. Chef Grace and his team’s ability to execute our cuisine at such an exceptional level, night in/night out, at insane levels of business, never ceases to impress, and is paramount to Kayne’s success.” Unlike most steakhouses, this bastion of beef takes a farmto-table approach, and while KP is routinely lauded for its Wagyu beef, the seafood, pasta, vegetarian and vegan dishes are superior, too. During a separate visit with Chef Grace, we were treated to a personal tasting of the new seasonal additions and alterations to the menu. “What I can get locally, I do. And, on any given morning you will fnd me at the Farmer’s Market with the daily vegetarian dish in mind,” he noted. “But, I also get what’s great and interesting wherever I can fnd it.” Our frst sampling was duck with mulled apples and crumbled ginger snaps to be served with or without foie gras depending upon customer preference. It was this dish that showcased the chef ’s abiding philosophy. “If you treat the duck and the dish with the respect it deserves, it allows the dish to stand for itself. If you treat every dish as if preparing it for a loved one, that shows. We do this for the people that may come once a year for the memories and for our 74 slmag.net

regular customers.” Te profusion of favors was so brilliant that we wanted to savor each element individually before melding them together on our palates. Such was certainly the case with the Canoes of Beef, which are enormously popular. Te bones are soaked in milk to extract impurities, cleaned, and then roasted with sweet garlic before being served with parsley salad and toast. The combination of these four simple ingredients proves to be absolutely mouth-watering. One of the restaurant’s most requested dishes, besides the kale salad, is the protein-packed, vegan/vegetarian Farro Salad. Chef Grace has adjusted it for the winter season by cooking the farro (a wheat grain product) in apple juice and serving it with bites of fresh apple, roasted butternut squash, and pistachios served with a sorghum-and-apple cider vinaigrette over mizuna greens. KP’s take on the Iceberg Wedge salad showcases a fromage bleu-green goddess dressing that is also outstanding. Another dish that might also be part of a Green Plate dinner is the beautiful Harissa Roasted Root Vegetables, Kayne Prime’s version of sweet potato casserole. Te mélange of heirloom carrots in a rainbow of colors and favors is presented with parsnips, onions and sorghum. It is as inviting to the eye as it is to the palate. Finally (and often cited as everyone’s favorite), is the legendary Cream Corn Brûlée,


a luscious mixture of corn, shallots, roasted jalapeños, cream with a torched, crispy sugar topping. “I am required to bring this dish home at every holiday,” Chef Grace said while chuckling. We understood his family’s visitation condition the minute we took our frst bite. One gets the distinct impression while chatting with Chef Grace that as proud as he is of KP’s preeminent position when it comes to world-class steaks, he also strives just as diligently in setting an exceptional bar for the menu’s other oferings. He shared the Pork Porterhouse with a tandoori-spiced, root beer gastrique with us, as well as the crowd-pleasing, Housemade Bacon, an appetizer comprised of two large pork belly cuts cooked in the same sous vide style as KP’s legendary steaks, spiced with black peppercorn and topped with a tiny cloud of maple cotton candy, which seemed to magically dissolve into air when server Mark sliced it. One of the winter seafood specials is fresh-from-the-Gulf tilefish, marinated in vanilla and topped with pickled peaches. Just as he used root beer, vanilla thyme and cotton candy in these dishes, Grace works overtime to craft unique food pairings. Inspired by his 2 ½-year-old son, Owen Oliver, coupled with his love of David Chang’s popcorn grits, Grace ingeniously combined

popcorn, butter and lobster in what has become one of KP’s most memorable appetizers, the Popcorn Buttered Lobster. Just in time for the holiday season, Grace has recently recruited a new pastry chef, Nesara Munshi from Thomas Keller’s notable Bouchon in Yountville, California. While Grace’s Tennessee whiskey egg nog is never missing from his special holiday menus, guests can also expect to fnd the misosalted caramel ice cream topped with a chicharron that he created specifcally for September’s Music City Food and Wine Festival. And, with Munshi now in the house, diners can expect a crop of inventive new desserts to accompany the KP favorite, the Milk Chocolate Cremoso, a dulce de leche, feuilletine, unfiltered olive oil and sea salt confection, reminiscent of a high-quality tofee bar. Despite being laser-focused on the seasonal oferings during our visit, no trip to KP can be complete without at least one order of the phenomenal beef being placed on the table. Te portions at KP are undeniably generous; in fact, there is usually enough for each guest to order a diferent dish in anticipation of partaking in convivial sharing. Additionally, no customer need feel shy with regard to a to-go box request. KP is more than happy to package any steak-glorious-steak for travel.

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KP’s beef is prepared sous vide style, vacuum-sealed in a bag and soaked in a warm water bath for an hour, which cooks the meat to the precise temperature. Grace covers the beef baths in ping pong balls to discourage heat evaporation while maintaining a consistent temperature. The meat is then seared to ensure a crispy crust with a fork-tender inside. Te Wagyu beef is sourced both locally and from other regions: Texas, Idaho, New Zealand and Australia, as well a monthly shipment of the renowned Japanese Wagyu, which arrives certificate-stamped as proof of its authentic ancestry. Te Wagyu’s monthly appearance is duly highlighted on the menu with appropriate fanfare. Te KP staf is so knowledgeable that they can explain the cuts of beef, and the relevance of the Beef Marbling Scale (BMS) rating, which elevates standard USDA ratings to almost-inconceivable levels, a sort of prime plus. Te BMS scale ranks beef from one to 12, with grassfed, New Zealand Wagyu beef ranking at a seven or eight and Japanese-sourced Wagyu coming in at an eye-popping 11. Te Greg Norman Ranch, Australian 8 oz. Wagyu Strip, (the Chef ’s favorite), undergoes extensive preparation so that when delivered to the table it’s as tender and flavorful as a rib-eye. The au jus accompanying the Norman Ranch strip ofers an opportunity to

indulge in the underrated Southern tradition of “sopping.” Every meal also comes with KP’s homemade popovers, so reserve several for this down-home ritual. And, definitely take a peek at the KP wine list while you are there or online before you visit. The list (oh, that wine list!), featuring everything from cost-conscious bottles to some extraordinary choices, is slightly mind-blowing in some of its splurge-worthy options. The KP list contains more than several of our favorite California reds from the Shafer merlot (Napa 2012) to the Hendry Block 7 & 22 zinfandel (Napa 2012) to Miner’s “Te Oracle” cabernet blend (Napa 2009) to Rodney Strong’s Reserve cabernet (Sonoma 2012) to one of the ultimate steakhouse reds, Quintessa’s Red Meritage (Rutherford, Napa 2011). Two exposed wine walls in the bar area also keep guests oohing while they peruse the possibilities. If there were ever a time for tossing caution to the wind in order to justify selecting a magnificent wine to complement a delightful meal, the season for taking that leap is upon us. And, KP is a splendid place to take fight. sl Prepped and prepared for holiday feasts, Kayne Prime is currently accepting reservations for special events and family gatherings. (615) 259.0050

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MIRROR, MIRROR A True Refection of How Extraordinary Design and Art Come Together to Create a Home Written by Vicki Stout Photography by Allen Clark It’s not your typical dinner party when you are seated with Pablo Picasso. But then again, these hosts are far from ordinary as they gather friends and family around a handsome table so they may look directly into the face of the great artist himself - where he holds you in his constant gaze from a huge and stunning canvas. The painting, “Blue Picasso” by Alexi Torres, redefines the term “impact piece.” Hung in the gallery at the end of an incredibly simple, yet rich in detail dining room, Picasso is tough to trump as a dinner partner. Te old adage of “you eat frst with your eyes” has likely never been more accurate than in this setting. Not that the room itself is not eye candy; it certainly is with its striking bleached walnut table featuring a dark 82 slmag.net

American walnut border and its fanking walls on either side wearing rich, dark scalloped custom designed paneling. Wide windows anchor the opposite end of the room, giving Picasso a rich view of not only those gathered around him, but the world outside, as well. One side of the paneling dips into a recessed alcove where a foating custom sideboard is home to an absolutely divine tall, plump white pear fashioned from hammered enamel and bronze. Its creator: Robert Kuo. And beside it, two guests compete for your appreciation - Matisse and Vermeer - in “Still Life With Matisse and Vermeer” on a canvas by Josef Levi. So here it is, then, dinner with three iconic artists, all subtly lit by a gorgeous intricate, yet simple chandelier of Vintage Venini crystal. Guests are given to totally rethink “table with a view.”


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And it’s not just this magnifcent dining room that is a treasure trove of art; the entire home is akin to a fne gallery, yet one that is extremely approachable and comfortable. While the homeowners are serious, avid art collectors, they’re also approachable, lovely and gracious hosts. With deep Nashville roots, this couple and their three young children is focused on family - art is icing on the magnifcent cake of this, their dream home. Like most dreams realized, it takes time to fulfill them. Overnight success is not the norm when planning a home that is meant to be just that – home – for a very long time. Tis couple took the long road, one that offered beautiful scenery and discovery along the way. Creative souls, and by all descriptions, meticulous and detailed, they retained a team to join them on the long and winding road to fnd and refne their dream. Two key players who assisted the homeowners were Landy Gardner of Landy Gardner Interiors and Scott Wilson of Scott Wilson Architect, LLC. Together they comprised an authentic dream team. Gardner emphasizes that this home is truly a refection of the lifestyle and personality of this family, a mirror that captures the essence of its residents. Wilson echoes that sentiment with emphasis that the home, from front to back, outside and in, is one designed and created specifcally around this family. 84 slmag.net

The team invested two years of dreaming, scheming and planning before the first clump of earth was moved to pour a foundation or the frst piece of furniture was ordered. Both Gardner and Wilson say that length of planning time is unusual but extremely valuable; it was those two years of solid work that created the masterpiece this young family now calls home. “A home is such a personal thing,” says veteran designer Gardner. “It refects who you are, what you want, how you work and play, how you live day to day and how you celebrate special moments and milestones. Tis home is so perfect for this family; they love it and cherish the time they – and we – put into making it sheer perfection.” Wilson said that from day one, the homeowners were family centric. “They wanted a home designed for how they live today and how things will change as their children grow,” he said. “They were focused on their own family unit, but very much infuenced by the homes they had grown up in, homes siblings inhabit. Te sense of family history and tradition is a very strong aspect in this home.” To begin the planning process, Wilson and his clients visited their parents’ and siblings’ homes. They wanted to familiarize


themselves with the past and the present; they wanted their own dream home to be favored by family and tradition. “I saw some similarities in all the homes immediately,” said the architect. “Te heart of the homes was the gathering place, not only for family living but for entertaining. Tat space was generous in each, focusing on family. From the outset, it was evident that this new home would not be the current open-foorplan trend, but designed instead for intimate family moments, whether gathered around a fireplace, the island in the kitchen or a large breakfast table overlooking the lush back lawn.” Wilson knew, of course, from the beginning that art is important to these collectors. Te home looks as though it could have been designed around specific pieces. He says that’s not the case, although from the outset, the home was designed to showcase art throughout. Trough countless meetings in Landy’s ofce, the couple and the designers colluded around a large table as to how the house would function and what it would hold. “Te time we all spent together was exceedingly enjoyable and the fnished product is proof positive that we all invested our time wisely. Tat investment created the home they dreamed of, a place where art is cherished, but is secondary to the family unit.”

From the outside, the family home has a strapping appearance. It has the visage of a home to be lived in. The mortar-rubbed brick exterior is marked by arches and strong lines. A window box filled with blooms on the front is as welcoming as the home’s owners themselves. Wilson terms the style of the home American Country. It reflects, he said, the turn of the last century when wealthy Americans traveled extensively in Europe. Tey brought many of ideas for design back home. Those designs, including arches, influenced and favored American architecture. The front door opens to dark stained reclaimed woods, woven into an intricate pattern in the entry foyer. To the left is the dramatic dining room. While just past that is a central hall that Gardner terms a gallery. Marked by arches, the gallery runs through the center of the home. At the far end of it, to the right, is what appears to be a subdued mural. In reality, it’s a painting, a recent addition to the home’s collection: ‘Vertical Beach” is oil on a linen panel by Phillip Buller. Midway down the gallery, a fabulous sculpture in wood, “Waiting for Rain” by Bruce Peebles, beckons. The gallery itself is a treat to the eye as it stretches above hardwoods and is delightfully punctuated by its arches. slmag.net

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Immediately preceding the entry foyer is the spacious living room that is equally suited for family as it is guests. A freplace designed by Gardner ofers graduated layers of limestone. Te foor of the freplace is flled with river rocks; gas fames lick and leap between them. A striking piece of photo realism by Glennray Tutor centers the space above the fireplace. Custom designed ebony stained wood paneling with shelving display books – each gorgeous in its own right – and fne glass sculptures. One of the sculptures, a Chihuly studio piece, perches on the mantel to the right, perfectly placed to have its own space yet never be a distraction from the large, alluring piece above it.zz Across the room, a black Chanel dog created entirely of crayons is indeed eye catching. Nashville artist Herb Williams is its creator. Also in the room, a black Steinway baby grand. The vaulted ceiling wears a custom monorail double tier chandelier that sports “120 Mo Sparky” lights. Te room fnishes with a wide expanse of French doors beneath beautifully shaped transoms, which bathe the large room in warmth and light. While oftentimes two matching sofas flank a fireplace, Gardner chose two different styles, each covered in the same 86 slmag.net

color. The one with its back to the entry is a statement piece in its own right with its lattice back in natural walnut. The large square two-tier glass cocktail table positioned in the middle is the perfect place for fresh flowers and a beautiful art book or two. On the right side of the expansive room is a custom designed ebony wood curved bar with handsome tall chairs. Te back wall, also ebony wood, is detailed with wainscoting as well as several ideal spots for sculptures. The more casual family room is marked by a large acrylic on canvas, “Air Wave 4” by Angela Leach. To the right side of the console beneath the piece sits a tall piece of sculpture in the likeness of an Elmer’s Glue bottle. The breakfast room table is large; the beautiful wood top glistens above its criss cross iron base. Te chairs, while handsome in their own right, have quite the story. A Los Angeles movie set sale provided a collector and custom furniture maker with the pair of chairs that were in the final scene of the film “How to Marry a Millionaire.” Te collector purchased the pair of chairs and built his own to exactly duplicate the originals.


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As in any home styled for a family with children, the kitchen serves to nourish. Tis kitchen was designed to nourish the body as well as the soul. Te soapstone topped island stretches a mile and is surrounded by tall chairs for children or guests to gather while meals are prepared. The chef worthy stainless stovetop and oven are set in a recess where walls are crafted of cut white marble…akin to large subway tile. It’s exquisite. Stainless custom cabinets flank the oven; shelves above it house olive oils. The kitchen is as warm and welcoming as a summer day in the South. Custom cabinetry wraps the walls. A large antique metal cabinet flled with drawers adds interest and extra storage, to boot. In this home filled with transitional furnishings tinged by contemporary offerings every room has impact pieces and stunning art – even the powder room has its own Wow factor. A scarlet pad cloisonné bowl serves as the sink and walls wear tile with cloisonné accents. Down the hall, the master bedroom is filled with natural light; alabaster linens top the bed that rests on ebony stained hardwoods. A white sofa stretches beneath windows, perfect for curling up with a good book.

While the main floor is family centric, the upstairs is the children’s domain with darling rooms and play spaces designed to let children be children. Tough designer perfect, it’s perfectly designed for the youngsters. Te children’s presence is palpable on the main foor as well as in their upstairs sleeping and play areas. While the main space is arguably a livable gallery of fne art, it’s most endearing pieces hang in the kitchen on two lines. There, the family curates a constantly changing collection of the children’s art displayed with love and attention in varying mediums. Undoubtedly, it’s the most priceless art of all. Tis delightful family home, a fairly recent structure, appears to have been nestled here on this lush emerald lawn for decades. But its roots, its lineage, its traits are indeed generations deep from the visits to relatives in the planning stages to the latest painting by the children hanging in the kitchen. It’s a home in the truest sense of the word – one that captures and nurtures the senses, the imagination, the dreams and the hearts and souls of those who live and love in this magnifcent structure. sl

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Te New York Times best selling author and chairman of this inaugural event, Robert Hicks, paid homage to the most serious of gentleman’s summer attire--seersucker. Tis event was held in late August on the lawn of Te O’More College of Design to beneft the new Student Scholarship Fund. A quote from Hicks, “Like New Orleans, where seersucker suits, cocktails, and seersucker parties were all frst invented. It’s the occasion to have fun, swank around in your seersucker and enjoy the food, music, cocktails and dance.” Te only request was that every guest in attendance wear seersucker, that they did, giving this inaugural festive party a time to be daring and Southern.

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‘Tis the Season for Celebrations Written by Mara Papatheodorou

Tis the time to eat, drink and be merry! Tis is the season of giving thanks, cherishing time together and enjoying delectable meals. Tanksgiving, Christmas and Hanukkah are all special events that have timeless traditions around feasting, lights and music. Te frst Tanksgiving meal occurred in Plymouth Massachusetts in November 1621. Governor William Bradford organized a “giving of thanks” celebration to honor the New England Colonials’ successful transition to the New World. He invited the neighboring Wampanoag Indians to join the meal as a thank you for teaching the Pilgrims how to cultivate and harvest the land for food and crops. Ten like now, it was an abundant feast but at that frst gathering there was no turkey, stufng or pumpkin pie! Te sharing of dishes lasted three days and guests ate what they sowed, caught and hunted. Fare included lobster, rabbit, chicken, beans, eggs, corn, mushrooms and onions. Hence the start of the Farm-to-Table movement! Ingredients most commonly used for Tanksgiving sides are seasonal sweet and white potatoes, corn, squash and pumpkins. The almighty cranberry is a fruit native to North America that grows wildly on the Northeastern seaboard. Indian tribes cultivated the berry and taught the Pilgrims how to use it for food, medicinal purposes and as fabric dye. It’s popularity caught on and when mashed and mixed with honey, this red sauce became a colonial staple and continues as a must-have condiment. Pumpkins are Native American squash that were frst exported to France and later on to England. When the Pilgrims arrived in New England, they recognized the pumpkin and turned it into a dessert. Its texture and fesh made it the perfect pudding, since they weren’t baking yet (!) and it was delicious when seasoned with cloves, nutmeg and cinnamon. Pumpkin pudding went on to become pumpkin pie. It remains the traditional finale of the Tanksgiving meal. Candlelight always makes an illuminating impression. Initially, the ficker of candles or tree log fames were important parts of ancient winter solstice celebrations that lit the dark and represented the light of the upcoming spring. Christians created the tradition of lighting Advent Candles in the December days leading up to Christmas to acknowledge the brightly lit star of Bethlehem. Hanukkah is the Jewish festival of lights that lasts for eight days honoring the rededication of the second Jewish temple 100 slmag.net

in Jerusalem. Each night a candle is lit with the 9th shammash candle and then placed in a menorah candelabra. Music makes the world go round. Song and dance festivities began at the winter solstice with people singing joyfully and dancing around stone circles in the United Kingdom and Northern and Southern Europe. “Carula” is the Latin word for dance that then became “Carol”. Christians adopted this original pagan ritual and used singing hymns as a way to praise God, the birth of Jesus, angels and saints. With the lighting of Hanukkah candles, a special blessing and hymn are sung. Green, red, white, blue, silver and gold are the colors of the season. In diferent ways, they represent the cooler colors of nature and thus became part of the décor for various holidays. Green fr and pine trees, holly, ivy and mistletoe grow abundantly. In pre-Christian times they were used as decorations in the winter solstice festivities to ward of evil spirits and promote new growth. Red is for the season’s berries and apples as well as the color of Bishops’ Robes. St Nicholas is the bishop who started the tradition of hanging Christmas stockings for children. He became known as St Nick and then eventually folklore created iconic Santa Claus. Instead of wearing a red Bishop’s robe, Santa now wears a red suit. Gold and silver represent prosperity during Christmas and Hanukkah. White represents peace, purity and snow while blue highlights the sky, the sea and the heavens. The holiday feast is all about celebrations. For Christmas, roasted meats and potatoes are served while for Hanukkah, the popular must-have item is the potato latke/pancake. On the sweet side, candies, nuts, oranges and chocolate are popular everywhere. Donuts complete every Hanukkah meal. For Christmas, Italy’s sweet panetone bread is traditional while Scandinavia highlights jams and butter cookies. England created mincemeat pies and fruitcake while a Bouche de Noel is a layered sponge cake from France and dulce de leche (sweet caramel-like candied milk sauce) is savored in South America. Celebrate well! sl


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A Couture Collection that Redefnes Luxury by Margaret Roberts Written by Alexandra Rhett

Coco Chanel, Diane von Furstenberg and Donna Karen so greatly infuenced the world of fashion that their couture became classic staples that will forever be desired. Trough the ever-so evolving high fashion industry, trendsetters have combined classic staples with their very own original style, creating a fashion revolution. Te rules of fashion are now “to each their own” and for designer and entrepreneur Margaret Roberts this has allowed her to create a revolutionary brand for the modern, active woman. During her fve-year tenure at the Academy for Couture Art in Los Angeles, where she studied the French method of pattern making and design, a new concept began to evolve. Inspired by the free spirits of Los Angeles, the native Nashvillian began to notice an untapped demand for apparel that had both fashion and functionality. Clothing that could take you from the warm beaches of Malibu to a fabulous night out on the town in Paris. Somehow, throughout the years of unpredictable fashion trends, this marriage of style and functionality was missing. Roberts saw a demand for pieces that could transition comfortably and stylishly throughout diferent seasons and destinations. It was not until Roberts made the bold move to New York that she experienced a climate that her current wardrobe could not address. Tere, during the harsh winters of the chilling city, she was introduced to a type of superior performance fabric that could be worn under jeans for additional warmth. Tis ignited the idea to design a line of leggings using a wicking treatment that responds to body temperature but can stand alone as bottoms. “I saw that there was this niche market available that no one had really tapped into with this kind fabric treatment,” she said. “It’s mostly used in highperformance sports and ski wear.” Now that an exciting new idea was in the making, Roberts assembled a dynamic team consisting of creative visionary and designer Iliana de Boisblanc and reputable sales and brand consultant Ravid Levy to develop MINXX, a high-end collection of leggings. MINXX has introduced an extraordinary new way to wear bottoms, feeling as comfortable as active wear while also creating a high fashion component to this otherwise common category. Te luxurious collection includes

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embellishments of lace, chain, leather and pony hair. Roberts reiterates that she “wanted the line to be comfortable, but have really special details to make it unique.” So it began, a creative solution to ft the needs of the modern and active woman with a desire to bring fashion into the forefront of comfort. When a friend of Roberts had trouble fnding a legging that comfortably fit tall boots, she had the idea for the Simeon legging designed with thigh-high leather, giving the illusion of overthe-knee boots. Te Judah legging is created with leather or pony hair to the knee for a more subtle take on the Simeon. Tere is also a Gad lace bell-bottom legging for the funky and fabulous. Roberts successfully created a collection consisting of styles to suit the demure to the more daring. MINXX launched locally in October at JAMIE in Nashville. “Jamie has been my fairy godmother,” says Roberts about owner Jamie Stream. “When I graduated, I went to fashion week in Milan and Paris with her. I’ve known her my whole life and it was really special to launch my collection there.” Roberts has not only had the support of the Nashville fashion legend and friend, but also her mother and father who have been by her side along the way. Her mother, Sylvia Roberts, opened her home on Nov. 1 to host Of the Record, a night of fashion and live music benefting Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee. MINXX shared the runway with Amanda Valentine, Peter Nappi, S. Carter and Johnathan Kayne, as well as, collections from John Varvatos and Gucci. Roberts’ experience in diferent environments and her passion for style are all refected in MINXX, but it is female entrepreneurs Coco Chanel and Diane von Furstenberg who inspire her to be the strong female designer she has become today. Whether it is a Scottish tweed Chanel blazer or an iconic DVF wrap dress, there is a lot to be said for mastering a one-of-a-kind item that every closet craves. Roberts has found a niche for the modern fashionista; the fashionably conscious woman on-the-go, whose life may very well consist between carpool and cocktails, jet-setting or entertaining at home. The debut collection can be found at Haven, H. Audrey, JAMIE, Te Perfect Pair, and Emerson Grace. sl


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An Evening of Promise, benefting Blake McMeans’ Promise Tour, was held at City Winery. Co-chairs Christine Kyle, Sarah Moats and Blair Murfree honored Blake, the once tennis star that was in a drunk driving accident that nearly took his life and threatened his mental and physical health. Blake dedicated his life to sharing his story, thus founded the Promise Tour. Te Promise Tour develops awareness programs that educate young people about the dangers of high risk driving, distracted driving and the challenges and special needs of those with physical handicaps. Blake, Tennessee’s Prevention Champion, has inspired collaborations throughout the state, empowering youth to make healthy choices for life. It was a stellar evening with entertainment by Heather Morgan, Caitlyn Smith and Maggie Chapman.

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THE NASHVILLE OPERA GUILD

Te Nashville Opera Guild members have cherished their role in preserving and promoting grand opera in Middle Tennessee through their support of the Nashville Opera since it was founded in 1981. Te Guild hosted a lovely and romantic fashion show held at the Noah Lif Opera Center, “Weddings for All Seasons.� A fashion show for the bride, party and guest benefting Nashville Opera Educational Programs. Fashions on the runway included designers Jeanne Dudley Smith, and Olia Zavozina Couture Designs, and wedding attire by Te French Shoppe. Te Guild believes opera is the gateway to all fne art-poetry, music, drama, painting, design and dance.

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Distinguished business leaders, Tom Aaron and Jack Bovender, hosted a cocktail reception for an exclusive group of Nashville CEOs held at Giovanni Ristorante & Bar. Both businessmen have generously contributed to a wide range of philanthropic endeavors, including Te Nashville Opera. Trough their leadership they hope to inspire business leaders to make new cultural investments in the community by supporting the Nashville Opera and its signifcant role in the diversity of the Music City brand. Guests were entertained by members of the upcoming production of Turandot.

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MAD HATTER PATRON’S PARTY

Mad hatter is the premier annual fund raising event for the Sexual Assault Center. Patron Party Co-chairs Lisa Campbell, Nora Kirby, Amy Liz Riddick, Josephine Smithwick, Betsy Wills, along with the host couple Jennifer and Billy Frist entertained the patrons in a stellar celebration. Even with a typical Nashville September evening of high humidity and heat mixed with rain showers, could not dampen this sell-out gathering. Te Frist home was a stunning setting for this epic evening. Passed hors d’ oeuvres and cocktails were enjoyed by all, Mad Hatter Chairs Sarah Bartholomew and Meg Schubert Moudy welcomed their committee members and the patrons to this unforgettable evening in support of the Sexual Assault Center.

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1) Bonnie Johnston, Billy Frist, Dorothy and Clay Siford 2) Jay Joyner, Suzanne Smothers and Jere Ervin 3) Chairs Sarah Bartholomew and Meg Schubert Moudy 4) Hilson Merrill, Kayrn Frist, and Katherine Merrill 5) Carole Rose, Lee and Emily Noel, Jennifer Frist 6) Ashley and Harrison Frist 7) Ridley and Betsy Wills 8) Paige and Dr. Jay Cleveland 9) Phyllis and Steve Fridrich 10) Paul and Mary Morgan Ketchel


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SPERRY’S Written by Vicki Stout

Faster than a speeding busboy, the holidays are headed this way. While it’s that favorite time of year to celebrate family, friends and food, it arrives with a barrel full of stress. To entertain or not? To have family gatherings at home or manipulate relatives to host? And then, of course, there’s the ofce party(ies) to host---at home or elsewhere? Oftentimes, elsewhere is a far better option, not only for business colleagues, but even family. And akin to James Bond, no one does it better--- than Sperry’s. A Belle Meade tradition for 41 years, the iconic eatery vies with that sprawling alabaster structure on the Boulevard for the true title “club”. Sperry’s has hosted generations for special occasions. Te Old English styled steak house continues to ofer the best steak in town, not only for that weeknight or weekend meal, but for the most special holiday times. While the Belle Meade dining cornerstone on Harding Pike best suits groups of up to 25, its second location, on Frazier Drive in Cool Springs, opened eight years ago, was designed from the get-go to provide elegant private event spaces to accommodate 8 to 85 for seated meals and up to 100 for cocktail receptions. And for the naysayers who fear the Cool Springs location won’t have the same warm, aged, welcoming feel as Belle Meade, 114 slmag.net

be comforted. While the newer location is not in its own building with the same exterior, once in the door, it’s déjà vu. Te interior is a true mirror image, from the narrow entry foyer to the art on the walls. In an incredible feat by Sperry’s proprietor Al Tomas, the interiors are so exact in duplication that even the most faithful Belle Meade patron will instantly be at home. Private spaces are so intricately woven into the foorplan as to be unobserved upon entry, or while seated in the mirror image bar. A particularly fetching space, a long narrow room with a king’s table down its center and art laden dark walls, seats 18. It’s incredibly handsome and intimate. Other spaces are larger and can be configured for seated dining or stand up cocktail receptions. Sperry’s banquet manager, Pamela Andrews, works closely with each client to select the most appropriate place and menu either in Belle Meade or Cool Springs. Two locales, one person, one phone call. And it’s not just the holiday parties for which “elsewhere” should be considered, it’s the actual big days themselves. Sperry’s puts the pilgrims to shame with its fabulous turkey Tanksgiving feast. Meet your family in the oh-so-homey bar for cocktails, then adjourn to tables or private rooms for the belt-loosening meal. For turkey haters, do know the regular dinner menu is in the ofng as well.


Te doors of both locations are also open wide Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. No house to clean, silver to polish, china and crystal to hand wash: Sperry’s is a turnkey celebration. It gives new meaning to home for the holidays. While both locations are usually dinner only, Cool Springs will be open for private luncheon events during the holidays. Sunday brunch is also in the ofng there; brunch doesn’t get any better than Sperry’s with some of its traditional dishes. as well as superb versions of Eggs Benedict. Private event menus, for brunch, lunch and dinner, can be individually tailored to the specifc event, family or group. Pamela makes it all happen. Te key, of course, is booking the event ahead. A bit like the holidays themselves, procrastination does not serve well. In addition to the removal of the stress factor when choosing “elsewhere” over entertaining at home, thus it is with that gift list, too. Again, Sperry’s is the be all to end all. Two words: gift cards. Tey can be ordered online, even be emailed to recipients. No gift wrap, ribbon, tissue involved for those who don’t want to deliver the gifts in person. Like Santa’s treasures though, they are fabulous under the tree. Who will not be thrilled with a gift of fne dining?

Even while Nashville proudly wears its new “It” city title, attracting chefs and restaurants like moths to the fame, Sperry’s remains the cornerstone of fine dining. And in both locations, there’s fantastic free parking. The finest Creekstone Angus beef may be the star at this decades old institution, but Sperry’s does change with the times as it continually tweaks its menu and oferings. Its seafood entrees are prepared and served with the same fnesse as its steaks. Of particular note is the Ahi tuna stack; simply divine. Tough the iconic salad bars reigns king, the salad options are numerous including a fabulous creation featuring the new “it” green, kale. And, of course the wine list is, like Sperry’s itself, approachable. Options are many, but not in intimidating fashion. Te bar in both locales is a gathering spot on any night, especially at the holidays. A fickering fre, familiar faces both at the tables and in the cadre of professional servers, is as welcoming as the holidays themselves. Each restaurant is regally dressed for the season. Lights sparkle, greens beckon. For those who want to avoid the myriad facets of holiday stress, Sperry’s is the unequivocal answer. sl Belle Meade - (615) 353-0809, Cool Springs - (615) 778-9950. Pamela Andrews (615) 866-7126 or pamela@sperrys.com, sperrys.com. Tanksgiving Day, turkey feast or regular dinner menu, 11 a.m. – 8 p.m., Christmas Eve, 4 p.m. - 10 p.m. ,Christmas Day, 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.

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LIPMAN’S VISITING ARTIST EVENT

Te Lipman Group Sotheby’s International Realty featured the art of Arthur Kirby and the jewelry collection of Debe Dohrer. Te opening reception was open to the public as part of Lipman’s Visiting Artist Series. Arthur Kirby is an eccentric and beloved Nashville artist, known for turning one’s trash into art along with his Warhol inspired paintings. Debe Dohrer’s jewelry, a combination of Japanese glass beads, semi-precious stones, and various metals, create an architectural design that perfectly blends luxury and street style. Lipman’s Visiting Artist Series takes place twice a year and is never to be missed.

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1) Mark VanLandingham and Loy Carney 2) Lacey Samuel, Gloria Hougland, and Sara Jo Walker 3) Sandra Lipman and Arthur Kirby 4) Savanah Howie and Bruce Shelton 5) Sutton and Pete Costanza 6) Pam Pierce, Larry Lipman and Susan Andrews 7) Debe Doher and Anne Ruark 8) Eleanor Whitworth and Darren Willians 9) Kane and Adair Harrison


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Destinations & Adventures International Written by Vicki Stout

Jim Berkeley is as important to the international luxury traveler as a passport. His own has its fair share of numerous stamps. Over the course of his 35 years (and counting) as a personal and professional traveler, he has visited 125 countries. Many of them, numerous times. A former managing director with prestigious Abercrombie & Kent, he circumnavigated the globe and was based in Cairo for fve years in charge of their Africa, India and Middle East operations. In 1995, he founded his own boutique luxury leisure travel group, Destinations & Adventures International. Now Nashville-based, he offers his clients---who reside not just in Music City but all over the U.S. and internationally---truly a world of amazing travel experiences. Te fact that he has been involved in every aspect of the industry makes a huge diference. If Rolodex’s still existed, his would be unwieldy to be sure. He can tap an expert anywhere and does so daily as he pursues sheer perfection for every client and every trip. “We create customdesigned private journeys of pure wonder”, says the afable Berkeley. “Tell us when, where and what and we will make it happen in an above and beyond memorable way.” 122 slmag.net

He points out, “Our emphasis and expertise are international. We know the world and have contacts all over to treat our clients to remarkable, one-of-a-kind travel opportunities. We do the emblematic (you must see the Eifel Tower in Paris or the Blue Mosque in Istanbul) with unique twists and also are able to design insider behind-the-scene moments that make a trip magically unforgettable. We can put our clients through the back door at the Vatican, between the paws of the Sphinx (of-limits to the public), exclusively at the door of the Versailles private royal apartments, in the Royal Library at Windsor Castle, or at a Buena Vista Social Club musical evening in Havana!” Te Vanderbilt University graduate has always loved travel. His mother was an anthropologist so his family traveled extensively. “My mother made travel into fantastic adventures; I loved archaeological ruins even when I was just a kid. Dad and I would race to the top of Mayan temples!” he said. “I still do…many friends call me Indiana Jones! Personally, I love to wander around ruins in places such as Peru, Turkey, Egypt, Cambodia and Burma. I love visiting of-the-beatenpath gems.” He shares those treasured fnds with his clients, providing


knowledgeable and seasoned counsel. He’s equally as excited by a visit to the Greek Isles or Italian coast, to savor a good bottle of wine and dine on calamari at water’s edge. Family and multi-generational travel is also close to Berkeley’s heart as he and his wife love treating the wonders of the world as a classroom for their son and friends. Authenticity and luxury are keys for the sophisticated traveler. Jim and his team are refned experts, ofering the best travel advice and creating detailed itineraries for a client whether it’s their frst or 50th trip. His specialists know their designated areas by repeated visits. “We are not armchair advisors. Everyone in the company travels extensively to stay well informed and current about the obvious and the obscure elements. We coordinate with our ground operators to provide top of the line guides and enriching options within the cultural and culinary realms.” He emphasizes the importance of using a specialist to help enhance precious travel time. “Travelers have become falsely empowered by the internet,” he said. “Tey can book a hotel stay or even a safari, but they don’t know, for instance, whether they should visit a Botswana water camp, a land camp or both. Or how

long to stay at each one. Tey don’t know what they’re getting, or oftentimes what they’ve missed when they book it all themselves. Time is precious; travel needs to be maximized. Many people tend to overbook their time. It’s important to slow down, absorb and enjoy the adventure. We try never to book a one-night stay anywhere. Travelers need to be able to delve beneath the surface of any destination. Tat’s where you fnd the richness.” He also emphasizes that luxury leisure travel should be just that…luxurious. “You shouldn’t cut corners. Time is a valuable commodity so don’t lessen your experience by getting it wrong. We can greatly enhance those horizon-expanding, life-changing visits-regardless of whether you’re checking the frst item of your travel bucket list or the one 20 years down the road.” Don’t leave home without your passport – or Jim Berkeley’s knowledge, expertise, enthusiasm and planning. sl Conde’ Nast Top Travel Consultant and Destination Specialist every year since 2001. Specializing in international destinations: Africa, Asia & the Pacifc Rim, Australia & New Zealand, Egypt & the Middle East, Europe, India & Bhutan, Morocco, South America, Turkey, the World of Cruising (small ships only). Destinations & Adventures International, www.daitravel.com, 800.659.4599 / 615.292.9292

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A NIGHT OF LUXURY

Acme in association with Maserati, Rolls-Royce, Bentley, & Aston Martin of Nashville and Cana Wine Company held its annual open house at the Atlantic Aviation hangar this September with a special co-host, Nashville K-9. Guests spent the evening viewing Acme Secure Air Charter’s current aircraft feet and the select luxury auto inventory of Music City Motor Cars. During this crisp fall evening, the newly upgraded Hawker 800 and Beechjet 400 displayed the options for highly sophisticated travel and transportation.

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DUELING COCKTAILS ‘15

An evening beneftting Belmont Mansion, Dueling Cocktails ‘15, was an outstanding event chaired by Meredith Weigel. Meredith, along with her talented committee, made this a delightful end of summer soiree. Over 200 guests enjoyed sampling and judging signature cocktails consisting of Honey-Do List, Encyclopedia, and Grow a Pear cocktail. Amazing cocktails created from Heroes Vodka, Old Hickory Bourbon and Corsair Gin. Corner Market Catering provided heavy hors d’ oeuvres and Lipman Brothers donated the cocktails. Dueling Cocktails was a one-of-a-kind event for Belmont Mansion.

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1) Colleen Welch and Judy Simmons 2) Mary Kate Hopper, Katie White, and Mary Catherine McAnulty 3) Chair Meredith Weigel and Nancy Hearn 4) Sylvia and Al Ganier 5) Bob Deal and Jason Bradshaw 6) Jim Marvin, Nancy Russell, and Andrew Potts 7) Todd and Sharon Sandahl 8) Bob and Patsy Weigel 9) Debra and Casey Reed 10) Laurin Howell and Judy Price


Becoming the Muse of Sarah Webb Written by Jessica Harrington

What is a muse? A muse is someone who inspires an artist—like Rembrandt’s wife, Saskia, and Picasso’s mistress, Dora Maar, who were transformed by artistic genius into symbols of all womanhood. But, how does one become an artist’s muse? For me it all started with one simple statement, “You should stick around and meet her Jess.” Sarah Webb, the acclaimed international artist, had just returned from Europe and was on her way over at that very moment. It was no secret that she had asked my friends Melissa and Amy to pose for her. It was all the girls had been talking about for days. Sarah was coming to look at their clothes for the shoot the next day and the girls were all chattiness and giggles. Even though I hadn’t met Sarah, in hindsight, I was a little jealous I wasn’t included in their fun. At the time, I was twenty years old and taking eighteen hours that semester, which meant plenty of homework. Plus, I had to complete the paperwork for my study abroad program, which was due in two days. In short, in my world it was school, work and occasionally sleep. I had no room for art in my brain. I was the general population, but I was also intrigued and stayed. I remember the frst time Sarah walked through the door. She had the most piercing blue eyes I had ever seen. Tey seemed to take in every detail around her. When we were introduced, I had an overwhelming sense of déjà vu. It really threw me of at frst and I found myself following her into Amy’s room. It was like I was drawn to her. As the girls pulled out clothes and started trying them on, Sarah and I chatted.

Ten she asked me the question that would change my life forever. “Have you ever posed for an artist?” I about came unglued with excitement! I wanted to play it cool so I told her I had posed once for a friend who was a photography student. Her eyes lit up and I just knew she was going to ask me to pose too. I didn’t even consider asking my boyfriend what he thought. Tis had nothing to do with him—this was all about me. So before she could even get the entire question out, I was saying, “Yes, I would be honored!” Te next day I modeled with my friends. I’m not sure how well I did but over the next fifteen years I would pose for her hundreds of times—wherever we traveled, be it London, Paris, LA, Chicago or places in between. I learned the “physical” act of creating together. How to loosen up and pose naturally, allowing the light to wrap around my body and play shadow games with its beams. Knowing that what she needs to see is the perfect combination of light, color and fesh. Over the years, as we have both grown in our own individual ways, we have also grown into this friendship that knows no spiritual boundary. Our connection will rival any in art history. I know what she wants before she even speaks. In my mind’s eye I can see what she sees, and it creates this burning desire in me to help her get what she wants—a masterpiece. I understand that it is not my physical self that she seeks, but to capture the soul that is truly who I am at that exact moment. I freely give it to her. What’s it like to be a muse? For me it’s been the biggest blessing in my life. It’s hard to explain how the simple act of feeling free while in various states of undress could be such a pure, liberating and life altering experience. Because of that artful enlightenment, I look at my entire life in a diferent manner. Now all I see is light, color and expression. Can you imagine, all that just because she saw something that I did not see in myself? Her passion drew out my passions and helped me love who I was and who I was to become. Yet that is only one of the many things I have learned from Sarah on this journey. Memories are hard to organize when I try to think of all of our history together. Yet one thing stands out above all—we have created beauty together. I am fortunate to be part of her history— past and present. I feel truly humbled and blessed to be a part of her magnitude. Her art is a blessing to all of mankind, especially those who take the time to see the world through her eyes. sl slmag.net 129


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Te Heritage Ball, the Heritage Foundation of Franklin and Williamson county’s longest running black tie beneft and social event of the season, had its 42nd event this September. Te party was themed “Rhapsody in Blue,” a rich design scheme that felt very old Hollywood. Guests arrived to the spacious cocktail and auction tent where Claire Cope tickled the ivories during the cocktail hour. Tere was an atmospheric dinner under the tent glowing in shades of blues, lined with crystal chandeliers, making for an elegant dinner setting. 5 Points Swing provided background dinner music with the sounds of Glen Miller, Duke Ellington, and Frank Sinatra. Dancing commenced after dinner to the tones of Al Paris and the Heartbreakers. Te money raised that evening will go towards the renovation of the ca. 1941 old, Old Jail. A 100% volunteer event, so refreshing, under the leadership of chairs Cathi and Coleman Aycock. Te Heritage Ball of Williamson County will never be a disappointment.

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GIRL SCOUTS LUNCHEON

Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee’s Girl Scout Luncheon was held in late September at Te Music City Center. Keynote speaker, Hoda Kotb, an Emmy award-winning TV co-host/ news anchor and fearless breast cancer survivor, embodied the fundamental principles of Girl Scouts. “Courage, confdence and character are important in Girl Scouts, and Kotb’s life experiences refect these traits,” stated Girl Scout of Middle Tennessee President and CEO Agenia Clark. Tis event, presented by Bridgestone America Trust Fund, marks the 18th anniversary of the fundraiser. Te event continuously attracts hundreds of Middle Tennessee’s top civic and business leaders. Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee serves more than 13,000 girls and over 7,000 adult volunteers in 39 counties.

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1) Ginger Duncan, Lisa Campbell, Grace Ortkiese and Carolyn Hipps. 2) Shirley Speyer, Laurie and Donna Eskind 3) Kay and Steve Horrell, Kathy Cloninger 4) Deb Varallo, Andy Moats and Mindy Tate 5) Maria Guess, Brenda Corbin, Kimberly Lewis and Jannie Williams 6) Girl Scout CEO, Agenia Clark 7) Michael Burcham and Ron Samuels 8) Jessica Frost, Geneva Brignolo and Ellen Pryor 9) Joyce Vice and Teresa Carl 10) Suann Davis and Beth Alexander


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BETTY BROWN TREE TRAIL DEDICATION

Nashville Tree Foundation and Metro Parks hosted the dedication of the Betty Brown Tree Trail and Arboretum at Riverfront Park. Co-chairs of the event, Pat Wallace and Eleanor Willis enjoyed a sunny afternoon to enhance this most social of gatherings. Te new tree trail and arboretum honors the life and work of Betty Brown. Brown cared deeply about the environment and was committed to responsible development of downtown Nashville including the riverfront. She served as co-chair of the Century III committee that conceived the original idea of Riverfront Park. All of Nashville’s social A-list turned out for this sunny afternoon in memory and honor of an outstanding leader of this community, Betty Brown.

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1) Jake and Anne Wallace, Emme and Butch Baxter 2) Joan Gallivan, Sarah Ingram and Laura Landstreet 3) Ageneta and Brownlee Currey 4) Jane Macleod, Jim Douglas and Clare Armistead 5) Totty Bradford and Judy Nebhutt 6) Martin and Cathy Brown, Martin Brown Sr., Eliza Brown and Suzannah Scott-Barnes 7) Co-chairs Eleanor Willis and Pat Wallace 8) Britton Nielsen and Vicki Turner 9) Aleta Trauger, Eleanor Willis, Mayor Megan Barry and Susan Simmons 10) Dorothy Earthman, Jim and Nicky Cheek



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CHUKKERS FOR CHARITY

Chukkers for Charity, a fundraiser benefting the Rochelle Center in Nashville and Saddle Up! in Franklin, has grown into a prestigious event the entire mid-state area enjoys. Tis unique and exciting event continues to attract topnotch polo players, such as this years guest celebrity player, Nic Roldan. Polo is a team sport like no other; it takes two heads, six legs and a pair of arms to play the game. Tis year’s polo patron’s party was themed as a circus, Step Right Up! It’s Te Greatest Show on Turf!

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CHIC AWEARNESS

Chic Awearness benefts Gilda’s Club Nashville- a leading provider of free support and education for all who are impacted by any type of cancer. In its third year, Chic Awearness organized a fashion show promoting Ovarian Cancer awareness. Ovarian cancer survivor and event founder Marci Houf once again chaired the fundraiser, hosted by Prima, a new fashionable restaurant in the Gulch. Fashions were presented by Levy’s, where both men and women were delighted with the runway of fall fashion. MC Amy Marsalis welcomed a sell out crown of over 200.

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ARCHITECTURE OF ITALIAN COUTURE

2015 Art Deco Afair held at Te Frist Center was an evening of architecture couture featuring Italian Style fashion since 1945. Couturiers Robert Capucci, Giambattista Valli, Krizia and many other gifted Italian designers of the period were exhibited. Event Chairs, Crystal Churchwell and Caroline Berberich, refected the beautiful style in gorgeous attire. Tis is a most popular event for the younger, jet-setting Frist Socials, a sell out evening with over 250 in attendance. A fve-piece jazz ensemble and food stations including a Legato Gelato cart, was enjoyed on this warm August evening with attire that was chic black and white. All proceeds from this evening went to support the ongoing care of the Frist Center’s historic art deco building.

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