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on the cover: Chicago interior designer and artist Linc Telen’s latest

French Accent project in Little Italy. Te great room boasts black quartz from

Model Lis van Velthoven wearing look 16 from Alex Mabille’s TransCeramica on the freplace, sconces from Arteriors, a rug by Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2015-2016 collection.

Hyde, and a Noguchi cofee table and Bantam Studio Sofa both Photo by Matthew Brookes from Design Within Reach. Photo by Anthony Tahlier.

LEGENDS OF THE FALL Six pages of the season’s chicest fashion and fne jewelry

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ART ADVISOR Tips and tricks for navigating an art fair like a pro

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SEE WORTHY Buddy Darby builds upon his 2,500-acre luxury residential and vacation property on St. Kitts

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BIBLIOTAPH From breathtaking bridges in Paris to national parks, books that capture the natural—and unnatural—beauty of our planet

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GRAPE EXPECTATIONS Master Sommelier Scott Harper selects fve grapes for adventuresome oenophiles

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CURATING A LIFESTYLE Weather vanes fetch a pretty penny from collectors who crave Americana

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COPPA D’ORO DELLE DOLOMITI Te four-day driving competition draws foreign motoring enthusiasts to the Dolomites

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TIMES ARE A-CHANGIN’

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Tony timepieces to complete your fall look

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Legends of the Fall Secrets necklace, price upon request, at Harry Winston, 55 E. Oak St., 312.705.1820.

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FRENCH ACCENT From Louis Vuitton to Ralph & Russo, designers dish on the inspiration behind their Paris Fashion Week collections

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A NON-GAMBLER’S GUIDE TO VEGAS

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NATURAL SEDUCTION

Sin City tempts a frst-timer with fun beyond the casino foor Serosun Farms, an eco-conscious development in Kane County, gives city dwellers something to think about

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TASTE TALKS Brooklyn-born Taste Talks returns to Chicago with big-name chefs, cool panels and more

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CHICAGO PROPER Te Ritz-Carlton Residences, Chicago, wows with its latest designer unit by Michael Richman

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LA DOLCE VITA Chef Mauro Mafrici’s authentic Italian cuisine has us hungry for fall favors at Pelago

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THE BEST MEDICINE Gilda’s Club Chicago expands its cancer support community

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SOCIETY Sophisticated Living’s fall party hot list

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There’s so much beauty in the world. This summer, my husband, daughter and I spent 12 days soaking up the allure of the French Riviera. We started in Antibes, sunning and sightseeing in pretty Juan-les-Pins. Ten, four days in Cannes for shopping and traditional French cuisine—and, my daughter’s personal favorite, riding a 100-year-old carousel on La Croisette. But my heart remains in Saint-Tropez. During the day, we’d sunbathe at Le Club 55 on Plage de Pampelonne. In the evenings, we’d stroll the harbor’s narrow streets, popping into shops on a whim until we landed somewhere for dinner. Tere’s just something about the Mediterranean diet, the slow-paced seaside culture and being able to watch an artisan make you a pair of sandals on the spot that has replenished my soul.

Our trip concluded with one night in Paris, roaming the Left Bank until it was time to say goodbye to the City of Light. For your French fx, check out this issue’s sixpage fashion feature on the best of Paris Fashion Week. Carven, Louis Vuitton, Viktor & Rolf, Atelier Versace and more share the inspiration behind their fall collections—and leave us fantasizing about Nicolas Ghesquière’s brushed sheepskin coats and Guillaume Henry’s paillette-speckled knitwear (“French Accent”). We’ve also gathered together our favorite fnds from Oak Street, Michigan Avenue and beyond to compile a must-have guide for fabulous fall dressing on the streets of Chicago (“Legends of the Fall”).

Tis issue is a study in beautiful polarities. On one hand, there’s our design feature on Te Ritz-Carlton Residences, Chicago, spotlighting its new showcase unit appointed

by River North-based interior designer Michael Richman. From Ligne Roset chairs to a cobalt blue, pigment-flled Yves Klein cofee table that I would kill to have in my living room, it’s a covetable condo with a prime downtown address, not to mention five-star hotel-quality services for its residents. On the other, we’ve included a piece on rural-luxe living with our story on Serosun Farms in Kane County. Tis organic-minded, sustainable luxury community boasts 410 acres of rolling farmland—and it’s just 50 minutes from downtown. Te land is being developed into 114 one-acre plots for eco-conscious homes (think geothermal heating and air conditioning and a rain-harvesting system), and already has horse stables and gardens that will eventually bear fruit for an on-site farmers market.

I must admit, this city girl is almost ready for cozy sweaters and boots, reading beside the freplace and pumpkin spice lattes. Enjoy the latest issue of Sophisticated Living magazine, and the beautiful autumn months ahead.

Elise Hofer Shaw Editor-in-Chief elise@slmag.net

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Contributors

Contributor Diana Bitting was granted full access to Te Ritz-Carlton Residences, Chicago, for this issue’s design feature spotlighting the property’s Michael Richman-designed showhouse (“Chicago Proper”). “I was greeted like royalty,” explains Bitting of arriving at the luxury hotel brand’s Magnifcent Mile building. “Te communication was so professional, and the attention to detail in every category is top tier.” Bitting lives in Lakeview with her husband, Chris, 1-year-old son, Henry, and 75-pound PAWS-alum pit bull mix, Wolfgang.

“For me, dining is more about good company and great conversation than knowing the provenance of every ingredient on my plate,” says Thomas Connors, who wrote about Taste Talks—a national series of festivals celebrating the future of taste through symposia, tastings, dinners and parties—taking place in Chicago Oct. 2-4 (“Feed the Love”). “Taste Talks ofers the chance to be wowed by food, but like a good dinner party, it’s a whole lot more.” Connors contributes to a variety of publications, including Fine Art Connoisseur, Old House Journal and Art+Design.

When writer Amalie Drury road-tripped to Kane County to tour Serosun Farms, a new sustainable luxury housing community currently in development there, her curiosity was more than professional. Drury grew up on the kind of family farm the community hopes to channel in its preservation-minded approach to preventing suburban sprawl. “Te model home is gorgeous,” says Drury. “What they’re doing is certainly preferable to turning that beautiful countryside into strip malls and gas stations.”

“Mauro Mafrici is a brilliant chef,” gushes contributing photographer Sean Henderson, who shot Pelago restaurant for this issue’s food feature (“La Dolce Vita”). “Making stunning and delicious dishes with just a handful of ingredients proves that he’s a master of his craft.

I couldn’t help but to try every dish that came out!” Henderson lives in Wheaton and is looking forward to shooting his best friend’s wedding in Cancún, Mexico, in November. loo “So many Italian restaurants have opened in Chicago in the last few years, and so many have closed, but Pelago feels like a classic with a lot of staying power,” says contributing writer clo Joel Hoglund, who wrote this issue’s feature on the six-year-old upscale spot in the Rafaello Joe Hotel (“La Dolce Vita”). “Any time you cook food as fresh and authentic as chef Mauro Ho Mafrici’s, especially his handmade pastas with simple, old-country sauces, people are always M going to crave it. I’m one of those people.” go “Ca “Cancer made its way into my life when I was 15 years old, and I feel incredibly fortunate to call my father a survivor,” shares Alexandra Sabbag, who penned this issue’s piece on Gilda’s Club m Chicago (“Te Best Medicine”). “While writing this story, I laughed, cried and spent hours refecting on what Gilda’s Club means to individuals touched by cancer. I’ve come to realize the fght goes beyond clinical and touches far more people than the patient. And although not everyone wins the battle, during the fght there is so much life to nurture and celebrate.”

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MAXALTO IS A B&B ITALIA BRAND. COLLECTION COORDINATED BY ANTONIO CITTERIO. WWW.MAXALTO.IT MAXALTO STORE CHICAGO: 309 WEST SUPERIOR STREET - CHICAGO, IL 60654 TEL. 312.664.6190 MAXALTO AND B&B ITALIA STORES: NEW YORK - WASHINGTON D.C. - DALLAS - HOUSTON - LOS ANGELES - MIAMI SAN FRANCISCO - SEATTLE - SUN VALLEY - MEXICO CITY - BELO HORIZONTE FOR THE DEALER NEAREST YOU PLEASE CALL 1 800 872 1697 - MAXALTO.USA@BEBITALIA.COM

LEGENDS OF THE FALL

By Elise Hofer Shaw

From accessories that pop to perennial foral prints, it’s time to fall in love with the season’s most lust-worthy looks.

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POP LIFE

Clockwise from top left: Cidalia wool coat in black and white geometric pattern, $2,250, at Escada, 51 E. Oak St., 312.915.0500. Bracelet in 18K gold with rose-cut diamonds and rock crystal, $225,000, at Tifany & Co., 730 N. Michigan Ave., 312.944.7500. Zandra metal chain necklace with Swarovski crystal elements, $1,990, at Lanvin, 116 E. Oak St., 312.765.7075. Courtney Lauren earrings in 14K rose gold with white diamonds, opal and tourmaline, $6,600, by Dana Rebecca Designs at danarebeccadesigns.com. Vendome marble-print block heel, $825, by Charlotte Olympia at Neapolitan Collection, 715 Elm St., Winnetka, 847.441.7784.

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Clockwise from top left: Cashmere Storm System coat with textured lapin fur drape neck scarf, $4,995, at Marlowe, 800 N. Michigan Ave., 312.988.9398. Mini Cape bag in patent leather with perforated detailing, $1,545, at Tod’s, 121 E. Oak St., 312.943.0070. Cross mink sweatshirt, $8,990, by Wes Gordon at Neapolitan Collection, 715 Elm St., Winnetka, 847.441.7784. Half moon Italian leather Nero belt, $170, by Rissetto at rissetto.com. 14K rose gold two-sided ring with black and white diamonds, $1,800, by Kismet at Elements, 741 N. Wells St., 312.642.6574.

ROMANCING THE STONES

Clockwise from top left: Multi-tassel necklace, $2,490, by Lanvin at Neapolitan Collection, 715 Elm St., Winnetka, 847.441.7784. Grace gown in silver lavender silk wool and cobalt duchess silk satin with double-sided black velvet obi and hand-embellished Swarovski crystal roll collar, $5,920, available by special order at VMR, 34 E. Oak St., 312.649.6673. Secrets ring, price upon request, at Harry Winston, 55 E. Oak St., 312.705.1820. Carissa collection diamond earrings, price upon request, at Graff Diamonds, 103 E. Oak St., 312.604.1000.

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Clockwise from top left: Nudo 18K rose and white gold rings with faceted amethyst, blue topaz or lemon quartz, $5,800 each, at Pomellato, 41 E. Oak St., 312.649.9720. Nude geranium-printed silk georgette longsleeve partially pleated dress with scarf and fully pleated bell sleeves, $4,900, and black leather-sole slipper with fur and horsebit details, $995, both at Gucci, 900 North Michigan Shops, 312.664.5504. Double bag, $2,780, at Prada, 30 E. Oak St., 312.951.1113. Wide-leg foral pant, $1,530, by Adam Lippes at Neapolitan Collection, 715 Elm St., Winnetka, 847.441.7784.

HOMME SCHOOL

Clockwise from top left: Dark purple and rust plaid cashmere scarf, $228, at Paul Stuart, 107 E. Oak St., 312.640.2650. Noir anchor tie bar, $95, by Miansai at Madison Hall, 71 E. Madison St., 312.683.9586.

Carbon blue blazer, $590, high-lapel tobacco and navy check vest, $240, light blue twill dress shirt, $220, Leopard denim, $198, and tobacco Italian calf leather belt, $150, all at BOGA, 133 N. Jeferson St., 312.801.8662. Ronda lace-up Oxford with navy blue suede inset and brown leather wingtip, $375, andmatching belt, $125, both at Mezlan Chicago, 900 North Michigan Shops, 312.962.8871. Quilted calfskin briefcase, $1,100, at Ralph Lauren, 750 N. Michigan Ave., 312.280.1655. Runwell Moon Phase 47mm watch with custom moon dial, PVD gold stainless steel case, black alligator leather strap and white dial with Super-LumiNova printed details, $850, at Shinola, 1619 N. Damen Ave., 773.904.2417.

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An Art Advisor’s Guide to Navigating Art Fairs

Written by Anita Heriot

Scene from Cosmoscow 2014. Te 2015 event is scheduled for September 11-13 in Moscow (cosmoscow.com).

Te season is upon us for art fairs. Use this checklist to make your time at an art fair fun and productive.

1. Strategize. Choose a fair. Make a list of the top fve galleries at each fair you want to see. Locate them on the map when you enter each section of the fair, then establish your route to make sure you get to the booths you want to see.

2. Budget. Establish a budget and make a wish list. Dealers want to sell to serious buyers. Know what you are willing to pay and stick to it within 10%. Tere is something for buyers at every level of collecting.

3. Comfort. Eat before you go and bring a snack. Food will be available, but lines can be long and tables/seats unavailable.

Wear comfortable shoes and leave large bags and backpacks at home. Charge your phone before you go or bring a backup. Go ahead and enjoy an alcoholic beverage while perusing the shows, it is part of the fun.

4. Navigate. Getting around to all of the fairs can be difcult.

Consider opting for the free shuttle or traveling with a group of like-minded collectors.

5. Inquire. Feel free to ask questions about prices and about the artist and his or her work, but be mindful that you do not interrupt a sale in progress. Get on the gallery mailing list.

6. Avoid Faux Pas. Do not approach a gallery to sell your artwork, albeit work you own/have collected or art you have

made. Do not verbally insult the gallery or the work of an artist you know nothing about in the presence of said dealer/ artist. Do not touch. Do not forget to watch where you are walking. Do not leave empty glasses in the booths.

7. Discuss. Talk with other collectors, art advisors, and curators about artists that interest you. Investigate whether the artist sells at auction and at what price point.

8. Pause. It is okay to ask a gallery to put an item on hold while you take a break to decide if the piece is right for you. Be respectful of the time it is on hold.

9. Observe. If you see several diferent galleries carrying work by the same artists, be aware that it is a sign that the market is “hot” for that artist. Note who is NOT being shown anywhere as sign that the market may be cooling of for that artist.

10. Seek Help. Hire an experienced art advisor to walk the fair with you. He or she will have knowledge and access to the dealers at the fair.

11. Negotiate. There is usually movement in price for a work.

Ofer 20% less with the goal of going 10% lower than the asking price.

12. BUY!! Acquire the very best that you can aford. Follow your heart and have fun with it! sl Anita Heriot is president of Pall Mall Advisors and a member of the Appraisers Association of America and is USPAP certifed. She can be reached at aheriot@pallmallartadvisors.com.

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SEE WORTHY Buddy Darby takes the long view as he transforms a 2,500-acre parcel on St. Kitts into Christophe Harbour Written by Bridget Williams

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Sandy Bank Bay and Te Pavilion, a private beach club for owners and members.

In response to increasing connectivity that makes the great wide world seem ever smaller and the fact that it is hardly surprising to find the familiar Golden Arches in even the most remote locales, a palpable push has emerged among globetrotters seeking authenticity and a distinct sense of place. St. Kitts is one of those places. There is but one large chain hotel on the entirety of the 69-square-mile island, of which one-quarter is a designated a national park with rainforest that is bucking the trend elsewhere and actually expanding. For adventurers there is still plenty of of the beaten path exploring to do among the peaks and valleys, where you are more likely to encounter a vervet monkey or a mongoose than one of the island’s 32,000 human inhabitants. Te turquoise waters around the island beckon with pristine dive sites teeming with massive beds of coral and fsh in every color of the rainbow.

Superyacht owner Buddy Darby was quick to recognize the potential of this West Indies Island. “When I came down here I was intrigued by its physicality,” he explained as we talked over cocktails on the deck of Andromeda la Dea, his 154-foot Perini Navi sailing yacht. Responsible for developing both Kiawah Island in South Carolina and Doonbeg Golf Club in Ireland, his latest and arguably most ambitious project is Christophe Harbour, encompassing a 2,500-acre peninsula on the southeast corner of St. Kitts that includes six of the 11 main beaches on the island. “I’m the kind of person that has the vision to look at a raw landscape and see the fnished project,” said Darby, who added that he has the added beneft of executing his plan with team members who have worked under him for 20 years. slmag.net

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First tee box on the planned Tom Fazio-designed golf course.

Brimstone Hill Fortress National Park.

Infnity pool at a home in Christophe Harbour.

Darby is a man who possesses an infectious level of joie de vivre along with unwavering optimism; he’s a “go big or go home” kind of guy. At a party he isn’t happy unless everyone is having the time of their lives, so it is not hard to share in his enthusiasm for the development, which he said will require a full two decades to build the 2,000 planned units. “Other than dancing on the head of a nuclear warhead I don’t know if there is anything else riskier that I could do,” he joked.

Based on the successful template used for the development of Kiawah Island, the varied private residential neighborhoods and public buildings comprising Christophe Harbour have been carefully planned to tread lightly on the land and incorporate indigenous building materials and architectural infuences. Darby singled out SALT Plage, a bar and restaurant open to the public near the entrance to the development as an example. The physical structure was

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constructed utilizing fragments from an old sugar mill on property.

Te mix of corrugated metal, painted Tolix chairs, dramatic colored lighting, rope hammocks integrated into an overwater deck, and an international clientele combine to make the spot as hip as any one would fnd on the more developed neighboring islands.

The rugged beauty of the area is quite striking. Bordered on one side by the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea on the other, waves of verdant peaks rise steeply from sugar-sand beaches on both coasts. From the beaches situated at St. Kitts’ southernmost tip, one can gaze across the channel to nearby Nevis. It is in this secluded spot where a 135-room fve-star Park Hyatt hotel is currently under construction, out of the sightline of property owners, allowing residents and vacationers to dually enjoy an enviable feeling of exclusivity and seclusion.

Priate home in Christophe Harbour.

Expansive ocean views from a hillside home in Christophe Harbour.

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Te Pavilion is the social hub for members and property owners at Christophe Harbour.

An oceanfront bungalow adjacent to Te Pavilion.

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A rendering of the completed Marina at Christophe Harbour.

On a recent visit we stayed in one of nine homes that comprise the Windswept Residence Club. A turnkey neighborhood, these expansive four-bedroom ensuite villas provide equity share purchase options starting at $450,000. Ocean and Great Salt Pond views are afforded from the second floor verandah and The Pavilion, a luxurious private beach club and social hub for owners and members, is a short walk away. Located in Sandy Bank Bay, the Pavilion ofers casually elegant dining and cocktails, complimentary access to watersport and tennis equipment and bicycles and ample shady and sunny areas for repose around the perimeter of a freeform oceanfront infnity-edge pool. A number of hiking trails winding up the peaks originate from the area, and it’s well worth the efort to take in the million dollar views from the top.

A Tom Fazio-designed championship golf course is in the planning stages. On an exploratory run I ventured 450-feet above the Caribbean Sea to a plateau where a stake marked the frst tee box. Taking in the 360-degree views and knowing Fazio’s status as a top creator of highly rated courses around the world, I surmise that this course will be nothing short of spectacular.

As a superyacht owner himself, Darby has his pulse on this exclusive community and what discerning seafarers are seeking.

“Twenty years ago a ‘big’ boat was 90 feet. Today, there are 700 boats over 100-feet in length under construction,” he explained.

Many of these vessels will invariably end up cruising the circuit

that includes Antigua, St. Maarten and St. Barths, as evidenced by the fact that a record 130 superyachts visited the region during the most recent winter cruising season. To capitalize on this lucrative market, this past February The Marina at Christophe Harbour debuted to great fanfare. Upon completion, this 300-acre, $100 million project will have 300 state-of-the-art berths, 60 of which will be able to accommodate vessels up to 300-feet in length.

Modeled after a European seaside village, the completed complex will include a yacht club, concierge and hospitality services for owners along with a variety of housing units, shops and restaurants.

Compared with it neighbors, at the moment, the diverse real estate options at Christophe Harbour present an incredible value for someone in the market for a Caribbean residence. Homesites range in price from $700,000 for a nearly half-acre hillside site with ocean views to $7.9 million for 1.3 oceanfront acres on Sandy Bank Bay. An investment of $400,000 or more makes the purchaser eligible for the Federation of St. Kitts Citizenship by Investment Program.

“Life is about the acquisition of memories,” Darby said on stage prior to a performance by Darius Rucker to ofcially open Te Marina at Christophe Harbour. When they are collected in a location as special as St. Kitts they are certain to become some of the most treasured kind. For more information about Christophe Harbour visit christopheharbour.com. sl slmag.net

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Te second volume in the series, this book highlights 32 architects and architectural frms on the leading edge of shaping the built environment of the future. Richard Schulman (Photographer), Paul Goldberger (Introduction) - Portraits of the New Architecture 2 hardcover, 170 pages, Assouline Publishing (assouline.com).

Scheduled to be released in November to coincide with the 100-year anniversary of the National Park Service, photographer Ian Shive presents breathtaking photographs of U.S. national parks alongside essays by notable naturalists, scientists, adventurers and artists to tell the story of these international treasures. Ian Shive (photographer), W. Clark Bunting (introduction) -Te National Parks: An American Legacy - hardcover, 332 pages, Insight Editions (insighteditions.com).

Available in late September, this book is the frst to present 47 New York City landmarks great and small, side-by-side in intricate detail. Written with a preservationist's passion, each structure is inextricably woven into the Big Apple's rich heritage. Judith Gura and Kate Wood (Authors), Larry Lederman (Photographer) - Interior Landmarks: Treasures of New York - hardcover, 240 pages, Te Monacelli Press (monacellipress.com).

Available in mid-October, this monograph covers 50 environmental works and memorials designed by American artist and architect Maya Lin, who most famously conceived the Vietnam Veterans Memorial for a class project while she was an architecture student at Yale. Maya Lin with Michael Brenson, William L. Fox and Paul Goldberger - Maya Lin: Topologies - hardcover, 400 pages, Rizzoli (rizzoliusa.com).

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bib 'li' o 'taph, [bib-lee-uhtaf, -tahf ]: a person who caches or hoards books Tirty-seven bridges cross the Seine River, collectively weaving a unique and remarkable tale of the city’s history. Photojournalist Michael Saint James has cast new illumination on this city in his new large-format photography book, Bridges of Paris, which boasts over 350 original images of Paris and the bridges that lay at its heart. Te book features glorious portraits of each bridge as well as intimate riverside moments. Michael Saint James - Bridges of Paris - Hardcover, 280 pages, Citron Bay Books (citronbaybookstore.com).

Modest to monumental landscapes around the globe under the light of full moon are captured in more than 260 time-lapse photographs

by British artist Darren Almond. Hans Werner Holzwarth - Darren Almond: Fullmoon - hardcover, 400 pages, Taschen (taschen.com).

Written and compiled by architects for architects, "African Drawn" utilizes hundreds of both historical and contemporary images and drawn plans to provide an in-depth documentation and analysis of African urban spatial planning. Gary White, Marguerite Pienaar, Bouwer Serfontein - Africa Drawn: One Hundred Cities - hardcover, 224 pages, DOM publishers (dom-publishers.com).

Vatican expert Dominique Chivot provides a glimpse into the inner workings of the Vatican, a 110acre sovereign city-state, interweaving papal history with 200 breathtaking images of some of the most sacred treasures in the world. Dominique Chivot - Vatican - hardcover, 224 pages, Assouline Publishing (assouline.com).

A project commissioned by the World Monuments Fund, leading contemporary writers were selected to give a voice to 50 sites of signifcance to our global heritage, supported by imagery curated by the International Center of Photography. Andre Aciman, Anne Applebaum, William Dalrymple, Justin Davidson and Fernanda Eberstadt - World Monuments: 50 irreplaceable sites to discover, explore and champion - hardcover, 240 pages, Rizzoli (rizzoliusa.com).

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Grape Expectations: Five Grapes You Need to Try Written by Scott Harper, Master Sommelier

Panoramic view of Viña Santa Cruz in Colchagua Valley in the Chilean Central Valley. Photo by Elemaki.

Trying wines from grapes new to you is one of the many enjoyable things about wine. Many people are delighted to share such an exploration with their wine aficionado friends; after all, you may be only a sip away from your new favorite.

A good example would be the grape Grüner Veltliner. I have shared numerous bottles with many friends, but having written and talked about the number one grape of Austria frequently, I thought I must recommend some other grapes. Many grapes could have been included here; in fact, it may be hard to believe that there are hundreds to choose from. Look in the lamentably titled area of wine lists or wine shop isles labeled “other wines” or seek them out hidden among the country of origins for more popular grapes. Tere’s certainly nothing wrong with the popular grapes, after all they became popular for a reason, but you will be rewarded by a new adventure, perhaps great value and excellent food afnity. Give these fve grapes a go. {WHITE} Torrontés | Torrontés is Argentina’s top planted white grape. A crossing of the Muscat family, Argentina is the only place where you see this grape produced, making it a true Argentinean specialty.

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Originally believed to be from northwest Spain, it produces a fresh, rich, crisp and very aromatic wine. When you put your nose in a glass, the profusion of foral notes instantaneously makes you think of springtime. Try Torrontés as an excellent aperitif or with seafood. I believe the best area for Torrontés is Salta, the most northern area for grape growing in Argentina, producing twothirds white wine and specializing in Torrontés. Salta means “very beautiful” and is home to Bodega Colomé, owned by Hess. At 8,300 feet above sea level, it holds the distinction of being the world’s highest vineyard. Try: Torrontés Bodega Colome 2012.

Vermintino | Te primary white grape of Sardinia is Vermintino.

This grape lineage is Italian and is most known for being a Sardinian grape, but it is planted in Liguria under the synonym of Pigato and in Piedmont as Favorita. Vermintino is a delightfully linear citrus-mineral-driven white wine, typically un-oaked, and a perfect accompaniment for seafood. The finest example of Vermentino is produced in northern Sardinia in an area called Gallura. Vermentino di Gallura is hard to find but is a more bodied, richer and sometimes oaked-aged version. Te Sardinian’s enjoy drinking wine and eating the Mediterranean diet, which is

At 8,300 feet above sea level, Bodega Colomé is the world’s highest vineyard.

perhaps why they possess one of the world’s largest populations of centenarians. Try: Vermentino di Sadegna Argiolas Costamolino 2012. {RED} Carmenère | The name Carmenère originates from the French word for crimson as Carmenère, once thought to be Merlot in Chile, is actually an ancient Bordeaux varietal brought to Chile in the 1800s. It is all but extinct in France but thrives in Chile’s Colchagua Valley. Carmenère has soft tannins, deep red color, red and black fruit favors and an herbaceous character. Te latter is decreasing and becoming more balanced as winemakers allow the grape to ripen longer. Its qualities are similar to Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and, of course Merlot, hence it is often blended with them. Try: Carmenere Cono Sur Bicicleta 2011.

Aglianico | Te number one red grape in Campania is Aglianico, which is planted throughout southern Italy and reaches its zenith in Taurasi. Taurasi is both the name of the place as well as the wine. A wine of great body with black fruits, structure and ageability, Taurasi can be austere in its youth. Taurasi must be aged for three years, one of which must be in wood. To be labeled

Riserva, it is required to be aged one more year, with half of the additional time spent on wood. Two of the best producers are Mastroberardino and Terredora Di Paolo. Members of the Mastroberadino family own both wineries. The 1968 Taurasi Mastroberardino is considered one of the most legendary wines of the region. Other areas for good quality Campanian Aglianico are Irpinia and Taburno. Try: Taurasi Terredora Di Paolo 2008.

Lambrusco | Yes, Lambrusco. Believe it or not there is quality Lambrusco produced. I am not referring to the bargain made and priced variety, but rather the small family winery version.

The grape Lambrusco hails from the food epicenter of Italy, Emilia-Romagna. This can be an unusual wine. For example, many versions have what the Italians call frizzante, or are lightly effervescent and are extremely fruity if not with a hint of sweetness. Both of these characteristics make it a delightful accompaniment with a variety of foods, from spicy barbeque to the classic pairing of salty cured meats. Try: Lambrusco Sorbara Rose Fiorini Corte Attimi 2012. 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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Curating a Lifestyle: Weathering Your Decor

In a world full of creative repurposing, p the transformation of industrial tools, equipment and salvaged architectural items to interior design has become almost commonplace. But, before upcycling was hip, Americana collectors were rescuing and repurposing all manner of antique utilitarian objects. Among the myriad of objects successfully transitioning from function to form, weather vanes are some of our most favorite.

One of the earliest instruments of meteorology, weather vanes were critically important to alerting a community of changing weather patterns prior to the twentieth century. The earliest known weather vane was of the Greek god Triton, mounted atop the Tower of the Winds in Athens, Greece in roughly 48 B.C. Usually mounted on a central building in the center of town, a weather vane needed to be large, functional and sturdy enough to withstand life in the elements. Becoming a point of pride for a community, weather vanes eventually developed from a simple, fat banner style to three-dimensional representations of important cultural objects.

The science of weather vanes is relatively simple: mounted on a pole and attached to the highest, unobstructed

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Written by Amelia and Jef Jefers

point on a building, a free-spinning, aerodynamic object is created that will turn with the force of the wind to face the direction of oncoming air currents. Te shape of the objects is only signifcant to the function in so far as the front needs to be narrower than the back. Given the labor involved in making and mounting the vane, care was often taken to use quality, weather-resistant materials like iron, zinc and copper, with the most accomplished makers utilizing a combination of materials that maximized weight versus durability.

Troughout early Europe, nobility and wealthy landowners often commissioned local blacksmiths to create vanes displaying their coats of arms from sheet iron–simultaneously identifying their property and providing workers the means to predict impending weather. In the center of town, the tallest building was usually the church and impressive weather vanes were constructed as a point of pride as well as faith. Referencing St. Peter’s denial of Jesus, large full-bodied and dimensional roosters adorned steeples across the countryside.

In the frst days of America, weather vanes were among the various important tools imported from Europe. As our country

developed, local blacksmiths met the needs of farmers and towns in close proximity; but, by the mid-nineteenth century, factories dedicated to the manufacture of weathervanes had developed throughout New England. Patriotic themes emerged alongside sophisticated representations of animals and symbolic representations of industry and American spirit.

Most common from the period are horses – either running, leaping or pulling a sulky. Well-developed steer, fsh, roosters and stags were also popular. Some of the most valuable examples today are the more rare, fgural vanes of the period - including the angel Gabriel, American Indians and Lady Liberty. As industrialization brought steam engines and eventually the automobile to everyday America in the latenineteenth and early-twentieth centuries, three-dimensional weather vanes of locomotives and cars were created. Although not as old, these examples are generally far more valuable than their eighteenth and nineteenth century counterparts– appealing to a wider variety of collectors.

Te height of the folk art market in the early 2000s saw prices for the most unusual and well-developed weather vanes

exceeding $1 million. As news about their value circulated, historic vanes were removed from churches and barns throughout the northeast and sold to folk art dealers and their customers across the country. Today, attractive and early vanes can be purchased at auction for a few hundred to tens of thousands of dollars. Form is less important than condition and surface. Original gold gilt fnish has nearly always worn off, but collectors covet a lovely green patina of weathered copper vanes.

Adapting to nearly any decor, weather vanes may represent a collector’s passion (as in the quill weather vane pictured here, purchased at Garth’s for a former Presidential candidate and well-known author); or simply a fanciful interest. Interested in finding a weather vane to add to your collection? Seek well-known folk art dealers or auction firms and prepare to be patient. Although thousands of weather vanes were created, many succumbed to the elements and relatively few remain today. 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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A 1924 Isotta Frashini Tipo 8A owned by Te Patterson Collection.

65th Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance Te Patterson Collection of Louisville wins “Best of Show” for a second time.

Written by Andre James Photos by Kimball Studios / Courtesy of Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance Tere have been 65 Concours d’Elegance held on the famed 18th fairway of the Pebble Beach Golf Links on California’s Monterey Peninsula. Jim Patterson of Louisville, KY has won the coveted “Best of Show” award in two of those years, thereby establishing his Patterson Collection among the upper echelon of covetable private automobile collections in the world. A Concours veteran, Patterson’s frst win came in 2010 with a 1933 Delage D8S De Villars Roadster. His 2015 entry–a 1924 Isotta Frashini Tipo 8A– bested 220 other hopefuls, including a 1914 Rolls Royce, a 1937 Delahaye and a 1953 Abarth 1100.

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company acquired it in 1931. Te car moved from France to Switzerland as it circulated among four previous owners before being shipped to North America in 2014.

Asked what he loved most about the massive cabriolet, Patterson chose to focus on its small details. "I love the cigarette lighters," he said. "You should see them! I wondered a while ago if they worked, and I've got a blister on my fnger to show they do."

Ferrari was the featured marque at the 2015 event, held on August 16 as the fnale of Monterey Motoring Week. Concours Chairman Sandra Button said plans to feature Ferrari were many years in the making. “It seems particularly appropriate to be showcasing this marquee now since a Ferrari earned our top award this past year,” she explained. Tat car, Jon Shirley’s 1954 Ferrari 375 MM Scaglietti Coupe, was the frst Ferrari to be named Best of Show at the event, as well as the frst postwar car to win in nearly 50 years.

Ferraris on the fairway.

Participants in the Tour d'Elegance.

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Te awards platform and show feld.

Shelby GT350 Mustang participating in the Tour d'Elegance.

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Start of the Tour d'Elegance.

Cars arriving on the morning of the Concours.

Other marques and classes highlighted to the delight of the 20,000 spectators in attendance included duPont, Designs

by Carrozzeria Touring, Pope, postwar Cunninghams, historic Mercury customs, Japanese motorcycles, British prewar sports cars, the 75th anniversary of the Lincoln Continental and the 50th anniversary of the Shelby GT350 Mustang.

Motoring enthusiasts preferring to see the cars in action versus idyllic idyl on the golf green line the route of the Tour d'Elegance, an 80-mile roundtrip to Big Sur that represents quite a mechanical accomplishment considering the many of

the vehicle’s advanced ages. The Tour d’Elegance also serves an important function in determining class competition and eventually Best of Show honors: if two vehicles tie in class competition, the vehicle that has successfully completed the Tour gets the blue ribbon.

The charitable arm of the Concours, the Pebble Beach Company Foundation, has raised more than $20 million to support and enhance educational programs for youth in Monterey County that encompass the arts, sciences, sports and technology. sl slmag.net

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TIMES ARE A-CHANGIN'

Te simple lines of the large rectangular case of the limited edition De New Retro watch from De Grisogono is destined to be donned by a modern dandy (price upon request; degrisogono.com.

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From left to right: Te stainless steel DolceVita women's watch from Longines features a case set with 46 Top Wesselton VVS diamonds (price upon request; longines.com). Slim d'Hermès with a 32mm rose gold case, guillochÊ dial in white natural mother-of-pearl and ultraviolet alligator strap (price upon request; hermes.com). Te Chopard Happy Sport 30mm Automatic is made of 18k white gold with a diamond set case, bracelet and bezel and mother-of-pearl dial (price upon request; chopard.com). Baume & Mercier limited edition Capeland Shelby Cobra 10232 with a 44 mm steel case fnished in Shelby's Guardsman Blue racing color. Black alligator strap with red calfskin lining and grey stitching ($4,450; baume-et-mercier.com).

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Formula 1 driver, Felipe Massa, who test drives all Richard Mille watches, wearing the limited edition RM 008 Felipe Massa. Te timepiece, which bears the colors of the Brazilian fag on its inner bezel, features a baseplate in carbon nanofber and a split second chronograph (price upon request; richardmille.com).

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From left to right: (Top) Te nautically inspired Portugieser Chronograph from IWC boasts a 44-hour power reserve and stopwatch function with minutes and seconds ($7,900-$17,500; iwc. com). (Bottom) At Baselworld 2015, Rolex presented three versions of the Oyster Perpetual Datejust Pearlmaster in a new 39MM size. Shown in 18CT yellow gold with a bezel set with 48 gradient-colored baguette-cut sapphires (price upon request; rolex.com). Te Rambler 44mm travel watch from Shinola includes a Detroit-built Argonite 515.24H quartz movement handassembled from more than 100 Swiss-made components. Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and custom rubber strap ($750; shinola.com). (Top) Resembling a compact with an incorporated mirror, the Jeweler's Secret by Harry Winston is adorned with mother-of-pearl, 752 diamonds, 48 pink sapphire cabochons and fve rosy-pink pearls (price upon request; harrywinston.com).

(Bottom)Te RĂŠcital 17 is the third timepiece in Bovet's Dimier Collection to be powered by the Bovet Virtuoso II watchmaking specialties caliber. Te openwork dial shows three time zones and a moon phase highlighting the current phase of the lunar cycle in both hemispheres (price upon request; bovet.com).

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1) Te Monaco chest from Frontgate has a saturated lapis fnish contrasted with ornate silver bat-wing drawer pulls, key escutcheons, and embellishments on the legs ($3,200; frontgate. com). 2) Te Hessa dresser from Made Goods features a shell-inlay foral design fashioned from mother of pearl (to the trade; madegoods.com). 3) Part of the Kristel collection from Serge de Troyer, the K3 dresser is enveloped in embossed Italian leather. Shown in black croco with mirrored drawers and leather pulls. (to the trade; sergedetroyer.com). 4) Tao Dresser from Hellman-Chang, shown in Espresso Walnut, is available in a four, fve or six drawer layout ($14,850 as shown; hellman-chang.com). 5) Te exterior of this two-drawer dresser/nightstand from the Heritage Collection by Boca Do Lobo is lined with hand-painted tiles. Te interior is fully lined with gold leaf (to the trade; bocadolobo.com).

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6) Jackson low chest of drawers from Oly Studio (to the trade; olystudio.com). 7) Campaign-style details are found on theTremont 2 over 3 drawer dresser in black from Arhaus ($1,999; arhaus.com). 8) Double bureau fnished in black lacquer with gold painted accents and brass hardware from Kindel Furniture's Dorothy Draper Collection ($14,575; kindelfurniture.com). 9) Five-drawer dresser from the Frame Collection with metallic and stained decorative moldings applied to a wood case on tapered brass legs. Each piece is signed by the designer, Luis Pons ($12,050; nibahome.com). 10) From Giorgetti, the Yang seven-drawer chest with frame in mdf, veneer and solid walnut canaletto wood. Te top-tray is covered with leather (to the trade; georgetti.eu).

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Carven Paris Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2015-2015 / Photos and text courtesy of Carven For their designer debut the duo of Adrien Caillaudaud and Alexis Martial ofered their vision of the winter 2015 Carven girl: a fresh, contemporary and self-confdent character with a penchant for high-waisted trousers, trench coats and mini-skirts. Te collection evokes an égérie - a London girl living in Paris, swaying between an electric revival of the late 60’s and the timeless elegance of active Parisian women.

Alexis Mabille Paris Fashion Week Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2015-2016 / Photos by Matthew Brookes / Text by Alexis Mabille My Haute Couture is the marriage of my style and my clients’ desires, a fusion of my codes and each woman’s charisma. My creative process is didactic. My inspiration? Women. Te ones whose natural charm brings my creations to life and pushes it forward. I consider my work to be a laboratory for ideas. Each piece is specially created for a unique person and designed to highlight her radiance, intensity and perpetual femininity. slmag.net

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Louis Vuitton Paris Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2015-2016 / Photos and text courtesy of Louis Vuitton What is a fashion collection made of? It’s a multi-dimensional journey, facetted by experiences both immediate and distant. Shreds of discoveries, recollections transformed by memory, imaginative anticipation… Treasures brought back from unfamiliar lands or explorations into the intimacy of a wardrobe. A sentimental anthology of iconic images and ridiculous photos that still have primordial meaning. Te intuition of a garment and the way it’s orchestrated are the key to style. Understanding the excellence of a basic —the better to take it somewhere singularly imaginative— will always be the best path. Tis collection is a proposition of style, an invitation on a journey about fnding the momentum to transcend what we know so well in order to take it toward something we’d like to discover.

Ralph & Russo Paris Fashion Week Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2015-2016 / Photos and text courtesy of Ralph & Russo A renewed interpretation of Ralph & Russo’s romantic sensibility is unleashed for Autumn Winter 2015/2016, manifesting in sensual femininity and sexy sophistication. Te silhouettes belong to a woman resolutely assertive. Amour-like tailleurs are encrusted with crystal and pearl mosaics and dense ogival motifs adorn structured jackets wherefrom grand ovate forms shell out dramatically in the essence of a Fabergé egg. Optical and graphic, the workmanship is a sublime blend of tradition and modernity.

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Viktor&Rolf Paris Fashion Week Haute Couture Autumn-Winter 2015-2016 / Photos and text courtesy of Viktor&Rolf In his show notes for the very frst Viktor&Rolf Haute Couture show in January 1998, the late Richard Martin, curator of the Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, wrote:"(...) Viktor&Rolf pose clothing and they form ideas. Viktor&Rolf 's presentation mingles statue and runway, letting us see both the living statue of a fne-arts identity and the animation of a couture showing."

For Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2015, the house of Viktor&Rolf reafrms the roots as mapped out by Richard Martin 17 years ago. More than ever true to their core, fashion artists Viktor Horsting and Rolf Snoeren use a mingling of fashion and art as a means of expression, presenting a collection of wearable art.

Didit Hediprasetyo Paris Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2015-2016 / Photos and text courtesy of Didit Hediprasetyo Gowns are the starting point of the season. Floor-length A-line skirts give a sense of stature and serenity, while mermaid silhouettes contour the beauty of feminine curves. Leather outlines long bustier dresses, highlighting their construction, making them an armor of beauty in which to face the world. Pleated silk jersey encases the bust, visually repurposing the versatility of motorcycle jackets, evoking the robotic lines of superheroes. A trench coat turns into a cropped bomber jacket, and a fuid leather bolero unfolds its wide lapels, bringing a sense of contemporary aplomb. Red becomes a vow of boldness, and the dynamic lifeline in the collection. slmag.net

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Atelier Versace Paris Fashion Week Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2015-2016 / Photos and text courtesy Atelier Versace A new Versace evolution. Elevated deconstruction, softness. Stripped of detail, transparent silk chifon gowns fow from boned body lined in velvet, the fabric free to foat as if pure air. Lightweight chifon layers bring softness to tailoring, especially with the drape of bell sleeves.

Te tailoring is punctuated by metal staples that defne the silhouette. Cut-out chifon layers create raw-edged fowers that decorate chifon dresses in dove grey, powdery pink, faded green and lilac. High platform heels are worn with each look, boots or sandals providing a toughened contrast to the softness all around. "Atelier Versace, with the ethereal drama of deconstruction and sumptuous raw edges. It is the passions of a woman, exposed and elevated," - Donatella Versace.

Alexandre Delima Paris Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2015-2016 / Photos courtesy of Alexandre Delima For his third collection, designer Alexandre Delima presented 15 looks in what he deemed a “clear-cut, radical wardrobe for the heroine of today and the future.” Feathers, fur, leather and embroidery played prominently for Delima’s targeted clientele, whose “desire and longing are expressed in a wardrobe with no place for the slightest embellishment, where each silhouette involves combinations dictated by a plethora of moods.”

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Rami Al Ali Paris Fashion Week Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2015-2016 / Photos and text courtesy Rami Al Ali Being the only boy of fve children, Syrian native Rami Al Ali took an early interest in style and fashion. Fascinated by the dramatic transformation of his sisters – in both appearance and confdence – after stepping into a glamorous dress, he was mesmerized by the power of fashion. While he created his label in 2000, his big break came in 2009 when his spring/summer couture collection graced the runway at Rome’s AltaRoma couture week. Now on his seventh consecutive season in Paris, and with the recent launch of his debut prêt-à-porter collection, Al Ali’s transition from daydreamer to global trendsetter is complete.

Antonio Ortega Paris Fashion Week Haute Couture Autmn/Winter 2015-2016 / Photos and text courtesy of Antonio Ortega As part of Antonio Ortega’s “Mummifc” collection, mysterious bandages curl and intertwine, enveloping silhouettes. Clothes glide over the body, sensual and fragile. Dark tones are often enhanced with touches of light; the curves of the waist and hips are draped with bands of colour, graphic shapes, and contrasting shades. Dresses, suits, skirts, shorts, pants, overcoats and jackets are enhanced by sets of embroidery, knitting, weaving, enriched efects, the wink of an eye and a brilliant sheen. slmag.net

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View from the Mandarin Bar. Photo by Bridget Williams.

A NON-GAMBLER’S GUIDE TO VEGAS A frst time visitor to Sin City takes a gamble and fnds ample excitement beyond the casino foor Written by Bridget Williams

I’m a late joiner to the party that has been carrying on for decades in Las Vegas. For most of my adult life I pooh-poohed the destination, eschewing its unnaturally green and glittery garish façade in the middle of a desert. By no means a teetotaler, I’d never taken a shine to gambling, so I never took the time to see what else the city ofered. Deciding to take part in one of the 20,000-plus conventions held there annually provided the perfect opportunity to see if I could amply occupy a long weekend. I’m happy to report I wasn’t disappointed (and have been back several times since). {STAY} Curious to see if I could find tranquility in the midst of a city that never sleeps, I checked into the Mandarin Oriental (mandarinoriental.com). Te 47-story, 392 room nongaming property is the only one in Las Vegas boasting Five-Star and AAA Five Diamond recognition for the hotel, Twist by Pierre Gagnaire restaurant and the Spa. From the entry, tucked away at the entrance to the upscale CityCenter development, guests can take a seat on the 62 slmag.net

velvet bench in the elevator as they are escorted to the “Sky Lobby” on the 23rd floor; floor-to-ceiling windows hint at the whirl of activity below, but a quiet aura of sophistication pervades the space. The décor throughout is sleek and modern with subtle Oriental touches. Subdued music and a profusion of fresh foral arrangements enhance the overall sensory appeal. Even if you aren’t checking in, I would highly recommend spending time in the Mandarin Bar, where the views are as intoxicating as the specialty cocktails.

Spacious guest rooms are designed to be a serene oasis, with high-tech enhancements seamlessly integrated into the interior design. Those seeking the ultimate luxury getaway will want to book into one of three presidential suites, each measuring more than 3,200-square-feet.

Embellished with Art Deco accents meant to evoke Shanghai in the 1930s, the Spa, at 27,000-square-feet and encompassing two floors, is an ideal antidote to the area’s

Lobby of the Mandarin Oriental.

Temperature-controlled Tepidarium chairs in Te Spa at Mandarin Oriental.

non-stop action. It’s a must to arrive well in advance of any treatment to take advantage of the Vitality Pools, Steam Rooms, Ice Fountains, five different Experience Showers and heated Laconium Room with temperature-controlled Tepidarium chairs oriented to take in the famous view.

In addition to Twist and the Mandarin Bar, the property is home to MOzen Bistro, serving both Asian and multinational fare, the seasonal Pool Café, and the intimate Tea Lounge, located in the Sky Lobby. It’s easy to while away an afternoon soaking up the desert sun in one of the elongated outdoor pools, Jacuzzis or plunge pool, and intermittently seeking refuge from the rays and a cooling beverage in one of 17 poolside cabanas. {PLAY} While I don’t know what it feels like to win big at the casino, I can’t imagine the rush is greater than getting behind the wheel of a 570hp Ferrari F430 GT racecar with a top speed of 202mph and taking several exhilarating laps

Temperature-controlled A 570hp Ferrari F430 GT racecar at Dream Racing.

around the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Dream Racing is the only operator to ofer the racecar experience, and trust me, it’s worth every penny. (From $549; dreamracing.com) Any of the Cirque du Soleil (cirquedusoleil.com) shows are over-the-top amazing and cannot be missed. We caught “O” at the Bellagio and Te Beatles Love at Te Mirage. Of the two, I thought the diving pools that would magically appear and disappear on stage nearly as quickly as the lithe acrobats broke the surface of the water during “O” made the performance extra memorable.

Shopaholics and fashionistas will find no shortage of ways to occupy their time and empty their wallets. If your style is more funky than Fendi, head to the Container Park (downtowncontainerpark.com), a three-level open air shopping destination located at the corner of 7th and Fremont Street, where boutique and pop-up shops and restaurants are housed in converted shipping containers. slmag.net

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Street scene along the Las Vegas Strip.Photo by Bridget Williams.

{DINE} According to the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, the city offers the most comprehensive collection of celebrity chefs, world-class restaurants and Master Sommeliers (12) than any other destination in the world.

Restaurants earning the AAA Five Diamond rating in 2015 include: Restaurant Guy Savoy at Caesars Palace; Joël Robuchon at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino; Twist at Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas; and Picasso and Le Cirque at Bellagio.

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Residents can enjoy 300-plus acres of open countryside and preserved wetlands with eight miles of trails, an equestrian center, fshing ponds and a community center that ofers “eco-training” opportunities.

NATURAL SEDUCTION Serosun Farms, a forward-thinking development in Kane County, gets back to the land.

By Amalie Drury Photography by Jill Buckner When Jane Stickland and her husband, Fritz, moved their family to picturesque farm country outside of small-town Hampshire, Ill., in 2001, they did it because there were good public schools for their kids and lots of grassy, wide open spaces for their horses. Te family added a new house for Jane’s father and an equestrian center to their property and enjoyed rural bliss for more than a decade, until Stickland realized that the historic farmsteads that bordered their property would sooner or later be sold to developers—and the question of what would become of the land began to worry her. “I saw high-density subdivisions sprouting up in nearby municipalities and wanted

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to preserve the pastoral setting surrounding our farm and its rare bur oak savanna,” she says.

Stickland’s brother, John DeWald, is a San Diego-based developer with an interest in conservation-minded projects, and he advised her to take control of the surrounding property herself or be ready to move once the inevitable march of strip malls began. Stickland opted for the former.

Now, the real estate investment group John DeWald & Associates in partnership with Jane Stickland is transforming 410 acres of rolling farmland—including much of Stickland’s original 90-acre parcel—into Serosun Farms, an organic-minded,

Te state-of-the-art equestrian center was designed with a holistic approach to horse care in mind.

Te equestrian center opens up to Serosun Farms’ expansive grounds.

Swainson’s House has a lofted white kitchen with cabinetry by Bella Maison and appliances by Sub-Zero and Wolf.

Te gardens are ripe with artisanal vegetables and fruits.

sustainable luxury community for people who want a high-end version of farm life. Te land is being developed into 114 oneacre plots where residents will move into “healthy,” eco-conscious homes designed by a trio of pre-vetted architects in classic American styles. None will be larger than 6,000 square feet.

“You’re not going to live in a French chateau in the middle of a cornfeld,” DeWald says. “In a conservation development like this, we’re building the homes to suit the lots and have the least impact on the natural resources as possible.” The plans for each house will take the surroundings carefully into consideration, right down to orienting a kitchen sink so that

a person drinking cofee in the morning can see the sun rising over the woods.

Te development’s sales manager says that interested parties have included city dwellers who’ve always dreamed of owning a second home in the country, retirees in need of a peaceful home base and equestrians who want to live near their horses, but not do the work of maintaining their own barns. Four Serosun Farms plots have been placed under contract since sales ofcially began in July, and the deals are expected to close once the community’s roads are complete. (Prices include house and land and range from $750,000 to $2 million.)

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Swainson’s House’s naturally lit living space is furnished by Restoration Hardware.

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Te home’s wraparound porch provides a tranquil outdoor living space.

To get a sense of the lifestyle DeWald and Stickland envision for buyers, one must head northwest from the Loop on I-90 for more than 50 construction-snarled miles. (Te trip currently takes up to two hours, but trafc should move faster once a major expressway-widening project is completed next year.) Exit and drive past felds and ponds along country roads that eventually narrow to one lane, then turn of onto a long gravel driveway lined with corn stalks. It leads to the impressive Serosun Farms model home, which was inspired by a traditional four-square farmhouse but uses high-performance upgrades like geothermal heating and air-conditioning, an indoor/outdoor fireplace and a rain-harvesting system. (Dubbed “Swainson’s House,” it’s for sale for $1.5 million.)

Tis summer, the model home’s wide porch provides a prime view only of the roads under construction. It can be disconcerting to see bulldozers pushing dirt around in such close proximity to wide expanses of green and the humble, long-standing farmhouses nearby. But DeWald, a sort of grown-up Eagle Scout who fies from San Diego to Chicago to spend two weeks every month overseeing the project on-site, says Serosun Farms is

committed to preserving the heritage of the area. Armed with a chainsaw, he personally clears invasive growth from around the bur oaks in the property’s woods so they can survive to shade a planned eight miles of nature trails where residents can hike and cross-country ski. In his demonstration garden, DeWald tests heirloom seed varieties to see what works in the soil so Serosun Farms can eventually sell produce at its own farmers market.

To make all of this a reality, DeWald and Stickland petitioned Kane County to have the land rezoned under a new designation, “agricultural preservation limited development,” which requires them to restore wetlands on the property and leave about 65 percent of the land wide open (Serosun Farms has gone above and beyond with 75 percent preserved land). “Te county’s program is innovative,” says DeWald. “It gives farmers and developers an incentive to preserve land at the suburban fringe.” For rural communities across the country, the development could serve as an example of how to keep their fnest natural assets intact even in times of transformation. sl Serosun Farms, 45W489 Berner Road, Hampshire, Ill., 847.683.4796, serosunfarms.com.

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FEED THE LOVE Brooklyn-born Taste Talks comes to Chicago for its second year, bringing together top talent and culinary conversations you can really sink your teeth into.

By Tomas Connors Photography by Potluck Creative Food fests come in all flavors. There are celebrations of pork, garlic and lobster, and revels that cast a wider net, such as the annual Food & Wine Classic in Aspen. And while no list would be complete without mention of Taste of Chicago, the noshout that’s been going strong for 35 years, there’s more than that cooking in the Windy City. Taste Talks, which launched locally last year, is back. And as it demonstrated in its debut, this threeday event is out to ofer something a little diferent.

Founded by Brooklyn media entrepreneurs Daniel and Scott Stedman (the frst Taste Talks took place in that happening borough in 2013), this focus on food combines a smidge of the Chicago Humanities Festival, a soupçon of South by Southwest and a dash of DEF CON. “It’s not just chefs behind tables, sending out bites of food,” says chef/restaurateur Paul Kahan (Blackbird, 74 slmag.net

Nico Osteria), who co-curates this year’s celebration with April Bloomfield, the Brit expat whose portfolio includes New York’s Te Spotted Pig and Te Breslin Bar & Dining Room. “It’s not just about chefs and their brands. It’s about exploring ideas, making connections with artists and musicians, and offering a more thoughtful and interesting take on food in this country.”

Unexpected pairings are a staple at Taste Talks. Kahan himself is teaming up for a conversation with Wilco’s John Stirratt. “I’m not sure what Paul and I will discuss,” says Stirratt.

“Probably the similarities in the professions, and possibly the ascendancy of the chef as the new rock star. But I’m enamored with what he’s accomplished and how much respect he has inside and outside his feld. A good friend of mine, also a great food guy, calls him a magician.”

“Learn from the Masters: How to Entertain” panel at Soho House Chicago. From left: Arlene Stein (Terroir Symposium), Elana Green (Land and Sea Dept.), Rachel Crowl (fcStudio) and Matthias Merges (Yucca)

Chefs Paul Kahan and Marc Vetri at last year’s Taste Talks All Star BBQ.

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Libations courtesy of Rhine Hall at last year’s cocktail panel

A Tête Charcuterie tasting at Kaiser Tiger

Last year, Matthew Matheson, executive chef of Toronto’s Parts & Labour, collaborated with a tattoo artist, and renowned pastry chef Mindy Segal made s’mores while Tereasa Surratt, owner of Wisconsin’s retro Camp Wandawega, fashioned a fre pit and festive tent to enhance the experience. Tis year, Abraham Conlon of Fat Rice is joining forces with artist Jordan Martins to orchestra one of the event’s more popular feasts, the All-Star BBQ in which a dozen chefs hit the grill. “There’s common ground between chefs and artists, of course, in that both are creative,” observes Conlon. “Both amass knowledge over time through experience so that they can develop the vocabulary to ultimately express their own individual view of the world. And food is often inspired by art. Look at Ferran Adrià of El Bulli. A lot of what he did was inspired by the art and architecture of Barcelona.”

Te Taste Talks panels and symposia cover a lot of ground.

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Taste Talks’s grand fnale: the All Star BBQ

food writers Molly Each, Rachel Gillman Rischall and Liz Grossman—ofers frst-person narratives of a culinary slant from the likes of Plate’s Chandra Ram. In another program, Josh Kulp and Christine Cikowski of Honey Butter Fried Chicken will discuss ethics in the hospitality industry with “Te New Way to Build a Restaurant Business.” Clearly, Taste Talks is for the food fan whose appetite ranges far from the usual fare.

And although the event welcomes such global stars as Fergus Henderson and Trevor Gulliver of London’s trailblazing St. John, Taste Talks Chicago is big on local talent, with a roster that includes Tony Quartaro (Formento’s), Sarah Grueneberg (Monteverde), Matthias Merges (A10, Billy Sunday), Nicole Pederson (Found Kitchen) and Paul McGee (Land and Sea Dept.). And that’s as it should be. After all, when it comes to all things culinary, Chicago is second to none. sl Taste Talks Chicago, October 2-4, taste-talks.com

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Chicago Proper Te Ritz-Carlton Residences, Chicago, tempts prospective tenants with top-of-the-line amenities and a custom-designed model suite that shows of the luxe life.

By Diana Bitting Photography by Anthony Tahlier

Every resident of Te Ritz-Carlton Residences, Chicago, enjoys a premier address just of the Mag Mile complete with valet service.

Te good life. What exactly does living it mean to most? Travel and tailored clothing? Philanthropic pursuits and collection-worthy art? Five-star hotels and enviable real estate? Ten again, maybe it’s all of the above. In fact, the folks behind Te Ritz-Carlton Residences are banking on it, combining the brand’s international hospitality collection with centrally located private condominiums from Lake Tahoe to Toronto—and raising the bar on living well that much higher.

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An exquisite art collection and a butlermanned bar are perks of the Grand Salon on Te Residences’ 10th foor.

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Formerly the dining room, Richman converted this space into a comfortable den featuring a freplace with a handcarved mantel made of Patera limestone.

Luckily, in Chicago, it’s all still within reach. At Te RitzCarlton Residences building just off the Magnificent Mile at 118 E. Erie St., a selection of covetable units are available. To entice potential buyers, who thus far have mostly consisted of professionals and jet-setters looking for a luxe pied-à-terre, Prism Development Company commissioned River Northbased interior designer Michael Richman to create a model home in one of the sizable two-bedroom, 2.5-bath condos. In March, he revealed the fnished product: a soothing, sophisticated scheme featuring notable artworks from local galleries, a cozy den in place of a formal dining room, and statement-making furnishings and decor. “Tis building is appealing for a specifc lifestyle,” says Richman of the 89-unit Residences. “It was important to me that the highest level of luxury come across in the design.”

Aiming to speak to the globe-trotting, culture-conscious set—and show buyers the potential of the space (units in the building range mostly from about 1,400 to more than 3,600 square feet)—Richman chose a timeless, classic style with some conversation-worthy pieces sprinkled in. In the master suite, custom stone-colored silk drapery and a calming, creamy wall color set the tone. He clad the wall behind the king-size bed in ivory-colored shagreen that pops in front of a mirrored wall.

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chrome canopy bed by Bernhardt at the perfect scale; next to it, a stunning Lucite desk designed by Richman and a felted wool chair by Mexican artist Tanya Aguiñiga (on loan from Wright Auction House) exist with playful tension.

In the main living area, a cobalt-blue Yves Klein cofee table is an unexpected and delightful contrast to the chocolates and creams of the upholstered furnishings and oversize abstract artwork (think an acrylic on canvas painting by Valery Koshlyakov and a sculpture

by Richard Hunt). In one corner, a custom banquette sofa, chairs designed by Michael Richman Interiors and a Miró-inspired table with a gold-leaf base set a casual, open dining space. Richman decided to do away with the larger, originally designated dining room as there’s also an eating nook in the kitchen. “Tere’s no need for a formal dining room when there’s one in the building on the 10th foor,” says Richman, referencing the elegant private dining room of the common foor Grand Salon that residents can reserve.

Instead, he introduced a den-slash-entertainment room, warmed up by a custom 9-foot-wide couch, a pair of vintage chrome and leather, Mongolian lamb hide-upholstered chairs from Ligne Roset and silver leaf tree trunk cofee tables from R Studio. “I envisioned a couple with grown children, who wanted to be surrounded by elegance and warmth,” says Richman. “I chose unique pieces from diferent periods and styles to convey the sense of a well-traveled, cultured homeowner.”

In the living area, a 2008 painting by Valery Koshlyakov overlooks an Yves Klein table.

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Te guest bedroom boasts a queensize canopy bed dressed in Signoria Firenze bedding.

In the master bedroom, Erin Lauder crystal lamps fank the Holly Hunt chenille headboard.

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A Robert Mapplethorpe photo and a felted wool chair complement a Lucite desk designed by Richman.

Te master bath stuns with Bulgarian limestone, mahogany cabinets, Kallista sinks and Dornbracht faucets.

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A custom Mirรณ-inspired gold-leaf table and a starburst chandelier with Swarovski crystals add sparkle to the dining nook.

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Chicago interior designer Michael Richman

Te kitchen—designed by deGiulio with SieMatic cabinetry, Dornbracht fxtures, and Miele, Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances, not to mention appointed with a terrace ofering views of the bustling streets below and a sliver of the western skyline—had fabulous bones, so Richman needed only add a round, Saarinen-style dining table and chairs upholstered in a striped Paul Smith fabric. “Tis is a world-class building, and the residential interiors need to be worldclass,” says Richman. “Te furnishings, the art… it all supports the image, and it lives up to the building’s expectations.”

Tose expectations include not only a respectable address, but above-and-beyond service and amenities. During our

tour, Bill, the butler on call, acted as greeting committee and bartender. “Still or sparkling?” he asked, explaining that, for each resident, he keeps a personal liquor locker filled with whatever is their preferred poison. Climate-controlled wine cellar storage is available, too, as is a fully stocked, top-shelf bar in the lounge. Bill is happy to shake or stir any cocktail you can dream up. “We see ourselves as an extension of your living room,” he says. Only better—you don’t have to lift a finger.

(Te private 10th-foor Landmark Club also boasts a billiards and wine room with terrace, a screening room, a full kitchen, a state-of-the-art ftness center and spa facilities.)

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Just outside the den, Diulio Barnabe’s 1958 oil-on-canvas hangs above a Biedermeier secretary from Rita Bucheit, Ltd.

One particular fan of the Ritz’s butler service, Tom, owns a one-bedroom in the building and admits to tapping Bill (or other on-duty stafers) for assistance with things other than bartending, like personal shopping, airport transportation and restaurant reservations. “There is literally nothing the staf and management won’t do, so long as it’s legal!” he says jovially. “When I frst moved in, I had ordered nice wooden hangers for my closets. I was away on business when they were delivered. But when I came home, the hangers were already out of the box, in the closets, and all rubbish removed.

Everyone here seems to have a sixth sense, always thinking one step ahead of you and your needs.”

This fine tuning and attention to detail is part of the The Ritz-Carlton brand of course, and anyone who has had the privilege of staying in one of their many hotels the world over knows what lengths the managers and staff will go to make sure their clients are comfortable. Sure, other high-end hospitality groups come close, but the history of the company and the respect the name “Ritz” solicits is unlike any other. So, when the company decided to delve into the luxury real estate market, all those bells and whistles crossed over as well. “Te genuine care for the owners in the building is unparalleled,” says Director of Sales Jane Shawkey, a real estate broker at Coldwell Banker Previews International. “Tere’s a personalization—the

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staf connect with each owner’s individuality and they deliver customized service to each person.”

One recent example of this above-and-beyond accommodation: A couple of empty nesters were in the process of moving from a townhouse into the Chicago Residences. To ease the transition between locales for their fve-year-old granddaughter, the Residences Concierge, Nathalie, arranged a very special day for the group. Upon arrival, Nathalie greeted them dressed as the character Elsa from Frozen and had the movie playing in the screening room. Te greatgrandmother decided to join them a little later, and a photographer, whom Nathalie had scheduled in advance, captured the four generations of females enjoying one another’s company at their new address. Later, the entire family was gifted with a storybook slideshow of their special day stored on a fash drive shaped like the Frozen character Olaf. How’s that for service?

It’s no surprise, then, that as Michael Richman was a few weeks into the process of designing the Residences’ latest model unit, he decided to move into the building. He’s currently enjoying the perks: the prime location in the heart of the city, the hand-and-foot hospitality and the gorgeous, sun-bathed, top-ofthe-line condominiums that a few lucky folks, those living the good life, are fortunate enough to call home. sl Remaining units in Te Ritz-Carlton Residences, Chicago, are priced between $890,000 and $4 million, with one penthouse priced at $11 million. theresidenceschicago.com/contact

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LA DOLCE VITA At Pelago restaurant, chef Mauro Mafrici’s respect for his Italian roots shines in every authentic ingredient and delicious bite.

By Joel Hoglund Photography by Sean Henderson My nonna would have been so mad at me right now.

One bite into the pasta course at Pelago and I can’t help wishing she’d known how to cook like this. Like many ItalianAmericans a couple generations removed from the old country, I’d grown up thinking authentic Italian restaurants had to have some combination of the following: a wistful mural of rolling Tuscan hills or Venetian canals sprawling the length of the wall, strands of white twinkle lights looping down from the ceiling, squat bottles of indistinguishable Chianti in straw sleeves, and tables draped in red and white checkered cloths pushed together to fit three generations of family out for a loud, rowdy meal.

And red sauce, lots of red sauce.

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Don’t get me wrong, I still have a soft spot for those dark old mom-and-pop Italian restaurants, but once you eat real Italian food it’s like stepping out of Plato’s cave, and you can’t ever go back.

Lucky for us, Pelago’s Mauro Mafrici is cooking real Italian food.

How could he do otherwise? It’s practically in his DNA. Born in his mother’s hometown of Trieste in the north (his father’s family was from Calabria in the south), Mafrici grew up around Italy’s restaurant culture. “My grandfather owned a restaurant for 50 years. My mother worked in the restaurant, my grandfather, my grandmother—it was a family business,” says Mafrici, in his dulcet northern Italian accent.

“My brother and sister and I would finish school and go to the restaurant and spend the whole day. We grew up there.”

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Seafood Verticale featuring grilled calamari stufed with vegetables, grilled sardines over a bed of micro arugula, and grilled baby octopus over Sicilian eggplant caponata

Roasted rolled pig and duck with fresh marjoram

Rolled flet of halibut stufed with crab meat

After apprenticeships and hotel school came early gigs at multiple-Michelin-star restaurants around Italy and at Roger Vergé’s famed three-star Le Moulin de Mougins in the French Riviera. He opened Italian restaurants in Germany and at the exclusive K-Club resort on the Caribbean island of Barbuda. Returning to Rome, he took over a couple of spots as classic as the city itself: the fvestar Hotel Hassler at the top of the Spanish Steps, and Harry’s Bar, the Via Veneto haunt made legendary by Fellini’s La Dolce Vita.

Italy’s loss was America’s gain when, in 1994, Mafrici was invited to work with star chef Lidia Bastianich at her fagship Manhattan restaurant, Felidia. In New York the transplanted chef met his wife, architect Kimberly Anguil Mafrici, a Rome native who grew up in Milwaukee, and in 2003—the same year their daughter Alessandra was born—he opened Lo Scalco in Tribeca. The spot earned a Michelin star in the frst American guide. But a few years later, they decided to sell the business and spend several months traveling as a family. “You need some time to prepare and refresh yourself for 90 slmag.net

a new adventure,” says Mafrici, “because hospitality—it’s crazy, it’s really demanding. I’m 51 years old now with 37 years in the restaurant business.” Tey found a new home in Chicago to be near Kimberly’s family, and in 2009 opened Pelago inside the Rafaelo, an elegant boutique hotel in a historic Gold Coast building.

For its location just a block off busy Michigan Avenue, Pelago—from the ample alfresco terrace to the tranquil (Pelago does not allow children, Mafrici says) white-tablecloth dining room designed by Kimberly and handsomely appointed with vibrant fower arrangements, aqua-tinted glass half-walls and a mother-of-pearl mosaic freplace traveling up to the ceiling—feels as close to Italy as you can get in Chicago.

You’re not going to walk into a room like this and order chicken parm.

My date and I began the chef ’s tasting menu tossing fat, green, oil-slicked olives into our mouths, wrapping freshly shaved copa and aged parmesan around soft focaccia, and washing it

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Roasted baby veal shank with gremolada

down with refreshing torrenera prosecco. I could practically feel the Positano sunset on my face. Ten came a light salad of scamorza—a dry, aged bufalo mozzarella; chef says he may be the only one in Chicago serving it—with arugula and crisp tomatoes.

We ravished a beautiful golden-yellow carnaroli risotto favored with safron and the juice from the gargantuan Ivory Coast split prawn nestled on top. And then the pasta.

“Some people come off the street and ask for the menu,” says Mafrici, settling in for a jovial story like a natural Italian raconteur. “If you give the menu to 10 people, nine don’t understand. It’s a little bit difcult to understand because we do dishes that are popular in Italy but not here. If you look at the paste, I have trofe—who ever heard about trofe? Who ever heard about fusilli lunghi? People know about penne alfredo, these kind of things, so I say to my employees, ‘When people come in you need to explain what we’re doing.’ We do diferent cuts of pasta from diferent regions—it’s really food from Italy. I don’t think 92 slmag.net

I’m very American Italian, I think I’m more Italian restaurant.

But the cuisine we’re doing here at Pelago is comfortable cuisine.

I try to give dishes that I like myself, and people come back for the same dish over and over and over. Te garganelli with the hen sauce—everybody asks [for it]! Te tonnarelli with eggplant and tomato and mozzarella? Very popular. Tere are many diferent things here that people love.” I could listen to chef Mauro talk about pasta for hours, but even more enjoyable is eating it.

It’s the velvety maccheroncini with lamb ragù that frst sends a shudder of bliss through my body (and a little twinge of guilt that, at gunpoint, I would probably choose it over nonna’s rich Sunday gravy). To say an Italian restaurant is known for its pasta sounds rather obvious, but consider that Pelago earned an ofcial certification for its authenticity from the Italian government.

Each and every cut is prepared by hand (some can be painstaking, one-noodle-at-a-time afairs) by a pair of ladies who come in at six o’clock every morning.

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In shades of aqua and white, Pelago’s dining room is modern and sophisticated.

With most having more than 20 years of experience, Pelago’s staf ofers professional European service with warmth.

Weather permitting, Pelago ofers alfresco dining from May until October.

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Homemade piccola pasticceria (think hazelnut macarons, miniature tarts and chocolatedipped strawberries)

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Frollino cookie ring flled with mascarpone sabayon, chunks of mango and blueberry sorbet

Chocolate pudding with milk ice cream and amarena cherry

Tankfully there’s one way chef Mafrici has adapted his Italian recipes for a Chicago crowd: “I don’t do small-small portions,” he says. “In this city they’re looking for something more.” We get a nice helping of some of Pelago’s most popular pastas in the sampler trio, including that hearty garganelli with hen ragù and sage, and fufy rings of ricotta dumplings with crumbles of sausage and green peas. (I’m tempted to ask for the veal ravioli with pistachio sauce when I see it pass by for another table, but decide it should be top of the list for next time.) Our server Giuliano pairs the course with a lovely 2011 Feudo Maccari Saia Nero d’Avola from Sicily. Even without dipping too deep into Pelago’s all-Italian list, each wine he pours is expressive and satisfying. And his passion for the food excites ours even further. “I’m Italian, so I can feel the diference with a fresh, handmade pasta—you don’t just taste it, you feel it,” he says. A few bites later he returns, smiling, like we’ve just been let in on his secret: “Can you feel it?”

But Pelago is about more than pasta. Tere are 10 fsh and meat courses on ofer during our visit, from a Chilean branzino flet to an herb-crusted rack of lamb, but our climactic course is a roasted pork loin rolled around a luscious pink duck breast, spiced with fresh marjoram and set atop mashed potatoes and 96 slmag.net

caponata-style vegetables. It’s paired with our favorite wine of the night, a big, bold Tuscan 2008 Vasco Sassetti Brunello di Montalcino that makes all the world right after a few slow sips.

Giuliano is illustrating the size of the lemons that went into our feisty Sorrentini limoncello, curving his fngers to the size of a softball, when three servers drop a series of pleasure bombs on the table. Tere’s a frollino cookie flled with mascarpone sabayon, surrounded by chunks of fresh mango and topped with dollops of blueberry sorbet foating on a hard candy disc. And a dense chocolate pudding with house-made milk ice cream that gets a sweet-tart pop from amarena cherries. And my favorite, a warm fan of fresh cheese and banana in vanilla sauce.

The pastries, like every morsel at Pelago, are Mafrici’s creations (pastry chef Monthalee Farley works from his recipes).

“I’m always here,” he says. “I work seven days a week, like crazy.

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By Alexandra Sabbag Gala photo by Ana Miyares Photography Laugh, and the world laughs with you. Comedy darling and founding Saturday Night Live cast member Gilda Radner lived and breathed by these words, bringing laughter into our homes and into our hearts. Going toe to toe with icons like Steve Martin and Bill Murray was all in a day’s work on SNL, winning her an Emmy Award in 1978 that led to a big-screen career, with several starring roles alongside her husband, Gene Wilder.

Sadly, in 1986, Radner was diagnosed with ovarian cancer after experiencing severe leg pain on the movie set of Haunted Honeymoon. And despite a hopeful remission, she lost her three-year battle with the disease in 1989. Wilder championed awareness—specifically early detection of ovarian cancer and its connection to familial epidemiology—and in the two years following her death, hundreds of families registered with the Familial Ovarian Cancer Registry at the Roswell Park Cancer Institute in Buffalo, New York, creating the beginnings of a resource that now helps to save countless lives. (Te registry was later renamed the Gilda Radner Familiar Ovarian Cancer Registry.)

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In 1991, Wilder, Radner’s cancer psychotherapist Joanna Bull, and friend and broadcaster Joel Siegel founded Gilda’s Club, as their motto goes, “so that no one has to face cancer alone.” Te network of clubhouses allow men, women and children whose lives have been touched by cancer, as well as their families and friends, to fnd a welcoming community of support. Te frst club opened in New York City in 1995, followed by South Florida and Detroit (Gilda’s hometown), and then Chicago on Valentine’s Day in 1998. Today there are more than 20 core chapters in the United States.

“It was Radner, ever the comedienne, who said that cancer was like having a ‘membership to an elite club that I’d rather not belong to,’” says David Selby, Gilda’s Club Chicago’s Governing Board chairman. “Our goal is to make that ‘club’ a safe haven of support. Members have access to more than 350 different free activities and programs that complement their medical treatments—activities that empower individuals and help them fnd and build community, which is an essential part of their overall care.”

NBC 5’s Allison Rosati acted as master of ceremonies at this year’s Gilda’s Club Chicago Agents of Hope gala.

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Gilda’s Club Chicago’s flagship clubhouse in River North—an afliate of the Cancer Support Community (CSC), a worldwide network of more than 50 Gilda’s Clubs and 100 satellite locations—has local hubs at fve Chicago-area hospitals (Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, Mt. Sinai Hospital, the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University, Rush University Medical Center and Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn), making tapping into a line of support that much easier. “Getting a cancer diagnosis can be incredibly isolating,” says LauraJane Hyde, CEO of Gilda’s Club Chicago. “Members often feel alone and self-conscious. We are the place where if your wig is uncomfortable, you don’t need to wear it, because at Gilda’s Club, everyone understands what you’re going through.”

In addition to activities like yoga and improv classes, Gilda’s Club Chicago offers resource referrals, healthy lifestyle workshops and bereavement groups—and, thanks to donations and fundraising, all services are completely free to anyone that

comes through the red door seeking support in dealing with cancer. Tis fall, Gilda’s Club Chicago’s 12th annual Night of a Tousand Noogies fundraiser will take place at Park West on Oct. 17. “Hosted by the Gilda’s Club Chicago Associate Board, famous Chicagoans and the cast of Te Second City come out to lead an improv comedy show,” says Hyde. “Last year alone raised $50,000 to further reach those impacted by cancer in the Chicagoland area.”

Other signature Gilda’s Club Chicago events include Gildapalooza, a fun summer music fundraiser, and the annual Agents of Hope dinner featuring live and silent auctions.

“Gilda said it best: ‘Life is about not knowing, having to change, taking the moment and making the best of it,’” says Hyde. “The best cancer care embraces emotional and social support. Our mission is to ensure that all people impacted by cancer are empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action and sustained by community.” sl Gilda’s Club Chicago, 537 N. Wells St., 312.464.9900.

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Te Women’s Board of Lincoln Park Zoo welcomed more than 850 guests to the 38th annual Zoo Ball: Arctic Blast.

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French luxury lifestyle brand Lalique and Prism Development, the developer of Te Ritz-Carlton Residences, Chicago, hosted a grand opening celebration at the majestic Mag Mile residences to launch a new exhibit: Damien Hirst’s Eternal collection for Lalique. Guests enjoyed private viewings of the English artist’s colorful crystal butterfy panels in the gallery, tours of three interior designer showcase units and cocktails in the Landmark Club’s Grand Salon. –Elise Hofer Shaw

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Boutique Bites circulated playful hors d’oeuvres to groups gathered at Bliss’ adorable lounges—there was even a Lilly Pulitzer hammock set up for serious kicking back. A “party cart” loaded with candy necklaces, gum balls, ring pops, hats and more made the rounds, and DJ Bill Pollack brought his bongo for added summer vibes. –SM

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Nearly 900 guests came out to celebrate the annual opening of Te Terrace at the Five Diamond Te Peninsula Chicago hotel’s “Te Terrace Is Blooming” event.

Partygoers took in elaborate, Shanghai-inspired decor in Te Lobby (think paper lanterns and parasols, a foralflled rickshaw and aerial entertainers) before heading to Te Terrace, where skateboarders and BMX bikers showed of their skills on a half-pipe. Bonus: Troughout the night, page boys escorted guests on private tours of the hotel’s newly renovated rooms boasting brand-new decor and state-of-the-art touch-screen amenities, a project that’s set to be complete by April 2016. –Taylor Morgan

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1) Chuck and Candace Jordan with Stanley Paul 2) Susan and Joe Ahern 3) Tifany Kim and Brad Grifth with Myra and John Reilly 4) Andre Valk, Sarah Dun and Joe Aguilera 5) Michael Muser, Maria Zec and Curtis Dufy 6) Greg Hyder with the evening’s entertainers 7) Paul Lefer with Elizabeth and Brian Adams

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III Gentlemen—a Chicago-based nonproft that strives to inspire men to live passionate lives based on character, chivalry and philanthropy—kicked of its summer fundraising eforts with a Bourbon & Bow Ties-themed party to support Hockey On Your Block. Guests enjoyed a marvelous sunset atop Parliament on Te Kensington Roof Garden, hand-rolled cigars and cocktails courtesy of Angel’s Envy. With the help of donations from Shoe Drop, Aston Martin, the Chicago Blackhawks, Parche and Gentleman’s Cooperative, nearly $5,000 was raised to help improve the social and academic well-being of youth at risk in the greater Chicago area. –EHS

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SUMMER DINNER DANCE

More than 425 guests celebrated the beginning of the summer party season at the Summer Dinner Dance at the Chicago Botanic Garden in Glencoe. Te black-tie soiree commemorated the 125th anniversary of the Chicago Horticultural Society, which operates the Chicago Botanic Garden together with the Forest Preserve District of Cook County. Guests enjoyed cocktails and hors d’oeuvres on the Rose Garden Terrace, followed by an intimate dinner and dancing on the Esplanade. Te evening raised $500,000 to support the Chicago Botanic Garden. –EHS

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Gene & Georgetti and the Durpetti family hosted an exclusive preview party for 1,500 guests to celebrate their new Rosemont restaurant location, as well as its adjacent events and wedding venue, Te Estate by Gene & Georgetti. After a festive ribbon cutting ceremony, guests were invited inside for a ceremonial cutting of the frst steak and a Champagne toast. Amid elegant event design

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1) Tony and Marion Durpetti leading the ribbon-cutting ceremony 2) Jim Verraros, Michelle Durpetti and Bill Brennan 3) Jenny Joyce, Gina Bartel and Veronica Marchetti 4) Suzi and Bradley Stephens 5) Diane and Sheldon Helfgot 6) Revae Schneider 7) Ken, Maggie and Jacob Gorman

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SIPRUT FOUNDATION CHARITY GOLF OUTING

In support of no-kill animal shelter PAWS Chicago, guests teed it up at Harborside International Golf Center for Siprut PC’s second annual Charity Golf Outing. Event host Joseph Siprut, managing partner of Siprut PC, welcomed more than 100 guests for a day of golf and entertainment, including hand-rolled cigars and a holein-one prize of $1 million. Most importantly, attendees mingled with the guests of honor: PAWS pups in need of a forever home. All funds raised by the event went to PAWS, and Siprut has personally committed to funding the new Joseph Siprut Reception Area at PAWS Chicago. –SM

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TASTING STARS

Te 13th annual Tasting Stars event held at DIRTT Environmental Solutions’ showroom popped beaucoup corks for a good cause. Te premier Champagnetasting event featured a variety of sparkling wines and Champagnes in addition to a classic cocktail and martini bar. Guests settled in at a Pops for Champagne lounge, sampled hors d’oeuvres by Entertaining Company and danced the night away. Approximately $50,000 was raised for A Silver Lining Foundation and its Buy A Mom A Mammogram program, which helps fund cost-free mammograms and diagnostic testing. –SM

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Te talents of some of Chicago’s top visual and culinary artists were on display when Chicago Artists Coalition’s annual beneft, Starving Artist, brought together 450 leading artists, chefs, collectors and art-loving guests. Te evening kicked of with a VIP pre-party at CAC’s West Loop gallery space. Later, performance artists Te Power of Cheer led revelers to Venue One, where artists and chefs collaborated to create stations to dazzle the eyes and the palate. Te event raised $105,250 to support the year-round activities of the Chicago Artists Coalition. –TM

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Amid thundering horse hooves and popping Champagne corks, Arranmore Farm & Polo Club in Oswego, Ill., held its frst public polo match, the USPA Arranmore Polo Classic.

More than 500 guests attended the inaugural event, where they were treated to pre-match access to the facilities’ barns and horses, tented feld-side views of the action, and a chance to check out new Ferraris courtesy of Continental AutoSports. Te 10-goal match between the Sophisticated Living and Arranmore Farm & Polo Club teams concluded with Sophisticated Living emerging victorious with a fnal score of 10-7. –EHS

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