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DISCOVERED Strolling through the business district in downtown Cincinnati, you find a historic building on the corner of 6th & Main. A century old jeweler has set up shop to offer the Queen City a robust offering of the world’s finest timepieces and magnificent jewelry. The shop is also home to the city’s most exquisite diamond collection, but there is one hidden gem that money cannot buy. Down the marble stairwell, secretly sitting beneath the glistening showroom is a vintage bank vault, reimagined to breathe life back into

its 1920s roots. You peer through the iron rod gate and are welcomed into the bank vault shimmering with deco detailing, cloaked in jewel tones and rich velvet. Offered as an extension of Richter & Phillips’ hospitality for private shopping experiences, charitable fundraisers, diamond education, or simply a place to gather and immerse yourself in the rich history of the family-owned jewelry store, The Vault is a little treasure beaming in the heart of Cincinnati, waiting to be discovered at 601 Main – take a moment and seek it.

Richter & Phillips Jewelers is a family-owned, Cincinnati Jewelry Shop established in 1896. Voted Cincinnati’s Best Jeweler & Best Place to Buy Your Engagement Ring year after year, Richter & Phillips has been a Cincinnati tradition for 125 years, serving the area as its number 1 direct diamond importer.

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Cincinnati’s Direct Diamond Importer For over a century, Richter & Phillips Jewelers has built strong connections worldwide in the pursuit of bringing direct diamond access to Cincinnati. Our expertise & experience continues to ensure that our city has the finest pick of the most exquisite diamonds from around the globe. Our shop is home to Cincinnati’s largest on-site diamond collection, housing thousands of beautiful loose diamonds right here in our showroom. Every single diamond has taken millions of years to form. So, take your time exploring the possibilities and marvel at these miraculous sparkling creations of nature - until you find the perfect one that speaks to you.

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As we head into the end of the year many significant changes take place. The days shorten, the temperature drops, and the leaves transition. We have learned over time to embrace these changes and adapt our own lifestyles. We wear warmer clothes, spend more time inside, and find ourselves drinking such winter staples as cocoa, or, if at the right holiday party, glug. We eat heavier meals, bundle up, and learn to cope with the climate. We adapt. We make subtle lifestyle changes that after years of practice become second nature, a welcomed change. For with these changes come also many missed traditions, well looked for past times, and an opportunity to reminisce on past years of hope, struggle, joy, friends, and family. Traditions embedded in family heritage. At the same time, we learn new traditions, make new friends, and embrace the changes of life. Traditions, both old and new, liven the spirit, and warm hearts, minds, bodies, and stomachs. While I have picked up a thing or two in the kitchen over the years, there is something to be said for new special recipes. One more recent recipe I have been able to enjoy over the last few years comes from my wife, Lane’s family’s cookbook, is Santa Fe Soup. Easy to make, the key is in the length of time you can keep it on low/simmering in the crockpot, for the longer it simmers the more the flavors meld together and develop. This recipe is sure to warm any stomach and I hope you will consider on a cold winters’ night to come. I hope you enjoy as much as I have over the last few years, and continue to remember your own past as we look to closing, and ultimately beginning a new year to come; new traditions, new friends, and new recipes! Lane’s Santa Fe Soup Ingredients: 2 lbs shredded chicken or ground beef 1 oz. package Ranch style dressing mix 2- 1 oz. packages of Taco seasoning mix 1 onion chopped 1- 16 oz. can black beans 1- 16 oz. can kidney beans 1- 16 oz. can pinto beans 1- 16 oz. can diced tomatoes with chilies 1- 16 oz. can tomato wedges 2- 16 oz. cans white/golden corn mix 2 Cups water Garnish: sour cream (we now use Greek yogurt, try it in this and you won’t know a difference!) shredded cheese sliced green onions Cook meat and onion together until meat is browned. Stir in Ranch dressing mix and taco seasoning. Mix well. Add in remaining ingredients with juices from all. Add water. Simmer 2 hours. ENJOY!

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HIDDEN JEWEL AT RICHTER & PHILLIPS

Richter & Phillips brings in DIGS™ designer Christine Kommer to renovate its 1920 bank vault into multiuse space. Written by Matthew Millett / Photography by Daniel Feldkamp

Original 1920 vault door

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Private viewing area inside the vault

When Richter & Phillips transitioned in 2016 from its downtown location of almost 40 years, to across the street to 601 Main Street, the 4th generation family owned jewelry business was excited to be moving into a larger space for better showroom display and operational functionality. An added benefit to the new location was also an original 1920’s subterranean bank vault in the building’s basement. After opening their new location’s doors after a major main floor remodel, the team had been using the raw lower level vault as a conference room for staff. After getting situated into their new space, owner Rick Fehr and his team decided to try and better utilize the basement vault ‘conference room’. Upon partnering up with DIGS and its design team led by interior designer Christine Kommer, the basement renovation could commence appropriately. 26 slmag.net

The original building structure has beautiful bones. Situated at the corner of 6th and Main, the building expresses exquisite curb appeal with large display windows on the two main sides of the first floor showroom. The lower level stairwell is made of white marble with black veining. Upon descending the stairs the lower level opens up into a large hallway with high ceilings. The impressive 9’ diameter vault door is the focal point of the basement. ‘We wanted to keep a speakeasy feel in the basement’ said DIGS designer Christine Kommer. ‘We also wanted to infuse a Jewel Theme for the room and its surroundings’. With a complete remodel managed by the DIGS construction team and over seen by Kommer, the project took on its own identity. With use of specialty light fixtures and rich emerald and deep blue sapphire tones, Christine created a luxurious warm meeting and event space.

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Vault room with custom built-in cabinets and original 1920’s framed advertisments

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Vault bathroom has emerald green wallpaper and gold accents

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Upon descending the original marble staircase, guests turn the corner to peer down a warm blue hallway paired with a rich velvet blue sapphire sofa, gold toned area rugs and a triptych of Art Deco palm trees. The team at DIGS added a matching marble baseboard to continue the marble from the staircase through the basement event space. The use of gold tones as accents on frames, tables, and light fixtures throughout compliment the rich emerald and blue sapphire color tones. The washroom is decorated with a Phillip Jefferies wallpaper of emerald green tones in a design similar to a natural agate stone. Upon a marble designed floor stands a sink of gold legs with gold hardware and a ‘jewelryesq’ pendant light fixture. The main vault room has been redesigned into a swanky speakeasy room. Painted on three sides in a chocolate brown with dark plum sapphire undertones, the built in bar cabinets lay below a wood veneered wallpaper of art deco matching plum blue color with gold trim on the vaults fourth wall. The gold accents run through the room from the framing of the floating glass shelve cabinets, to the gold framed accent furniture, to the frames of images from 1920s Richter & Phillips advertisements. Christian Lacroix accent pillows bring a punch of color to the

emerald green velvet sofa and pick up on the ‘feathery’ details of the gold-jeweled toned light fixture overheard. The coziness of the room still has some industrial feel with the heavy steel vault door present at all times. Designer Christine Kommer commented on the designs of the project, ‘Since this was going to be an event space, we were able to be more daring in our design, we wanted to create a swanky hidden jewel themed area’. While normally designing more traditional residential projects, Christine was able to create a warm and luxurious level different from the main showroom. While the vault spaces serve as a private shopping area, it has also helped to host diamond and education seminars, and more recently been open for non-profits to come in and utilize as a meeting space. Working with non-profits is an integral part of the Richter & Phillips brand, giving back to the community that has helped it thrive, now celebrating its 125th Anniversary. Whether visiting for one if its staple events such as Whiskey and Watches, or just stopping by to see the latest fashion jewelry trends, be sure to seek out this hidden jewel at Richter & Phillips. sl Richter & Phillips is located at 601 Main Street Downtown, richterphillips.com For more information on Christine Kommer and the DIGS construction team visit digs-home.com

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Applewood Manor is situated on a leafy one-acre lot. Guests have access to a fleet of bikes from 3T Cycling to use throughout their stay. Photo by Aaron Hogsed.

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Offering easy access to the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the charms of Asheville, the historic Applewood Manor elevates the typical bed and breakfast experience. Written by Bridget Williams Situated on a leafy-acre and tucked into a gentrified neighborhood of distinguished historic homes within walking distance of downtown Asheville, North Carolina, Applewood Manor, a six-room bed and breakfast, serves as a charming and ideal home base for exploring the region's plethora of cultural, culinary and outdoor offerings. Far from the folksy, lace-curtained, and Queen Anne-furnished interiors often associated with B&B’s, 110-year-old, 6,000-squarefoot Applewood Manor is fresh off the first phase of a $1.5 million renovation and redesign, spearheaded by new owners Robin and Stephen Collins. Here, the bohemian-chic interiors reflect the personal passions of the owners, with carefully selected art and furnishings in public and private spaces hailing from the Collins' collection and enhanced by pieces sourced from 1stDibs, Duxiana, and Bloomist, among others. "Having lived and worked in more than 20 different countries, I was inspired by boutique hotels around the globe, and we aim to bring that level of sophistication, authenticity, engagement, and curation to deliver a more contemporary differentiated bed and breakfast experience," said Stephen. During our stay, the refurbishment of a trio of groundfloor porches and second-floor bedroom balconies was nearing

completion. In addition, the kitchen was gleaming from a significant renovation that had Robin, who lovingly creates breakfast for guests each morning, smiling from ear to ear. What thankfully remains intact is the old-house charm, including an endearing creak of the floorboards as we ascended the broad staircase to our second-floor York Imperial Suite. The scintillating scent of freshly made cookies laid out for us next to the coffeemaker greeted us as soon as we opened the door to our room. Each guestroom at Applewood Manor boasts a king-sized Duxiana DUX 6006 bed; the deep sleep afforded each night by the $14k mattress made believers out of us. Our bed was dressed with crisp white Sferra linens and topped by a sari-inspired cover at the foot. The Collins, who also own a home in Provence, are bona fide Francophiles, evidenced by the large map of French wine-growing regions over the bed, and another one over the fireplace. As someone whose personal style leans towards the eclectic, I appreciated the mix of antiques from varying periods. The hallway leading to the compact en suite bath with cast iron tub retains the original built-in linen closets. Enveloped by mature trees, surrounding homes are largely obscured from view.

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Breakfast is a communal affair, served at 9am in the dining room. While not a chef by trade, Robin said she's long been interested in food and wine. She and Stephen, a technology entrepreneur, and their children have frequently moved for his job, including stints in Austin and Nashville. After deciding to put down more permanent roots, the couple settled on Asheville, allowing Stephen to indulge his passion for cycling and Robin to flex her culinary muscle, something she's been pondering since their daughters went to boarding school in France. Robin recounted that Stephen helped her check several boxes on her "dream list," including ballroom dance lessons and a one-week intensive pastrymaking course in New York City as a year-long celebration of her fortieth birthday, the latter of which has been put to good use for the benefit of Applewood’s guests. Robin's bubbly personality seems tailor-made for her current role as an innkeeper, and it's evident that she takes great pride in what she brings to the table. She makes bread from scratch and employs an "eat with your eyes first" ethos that incorporates local ingredients into tarts, quiches, and Dutch baby pancakes (my personal favorite). During our stay, Robin's daughter Grace was on hand to help out. After learning of my affinity for French bulldogs, I was elated when Grace brought their snorty snuggle bugs Cleo 34 slmag.net

and Pearl for a visit. Chatting with other guests each morning during breakfast helped inform our daily itinerary, as we tweaked it based on their experiences and recommendations. Asheville is an ideal destination for those who like to be active. There's a large public park with tennis courts, access to a lovely greenway, and the 10-acre Botanical Gardens at Asheville within close proximity to Applewood. A zealous cyclist who hosts weekly Zwift rides that attract three thousand riders, Stephen has developed a partnership with 3T Cycling to offer a fleet of bikes for guests to use throughout their stay. In addition, guided "Peep and Pedal" foliage rides with Stephen, cycling camps, and coaching with 2018 USA national road race champion Jonny Brown are regular offerings. Outside of hopping in the car to drive portions of the Blue Ridge Parkway and to access popular trailheads in the area, a good bit of our exploring was done on foot, taking advantage of the many shopping and dining options in downtown Asheville. For an interactive Ashville Hike Finder, head to exploreasheville.com. Positioned on the French Broad River, the gritty-yet-artsy River Arts District is home to 230 artists. Vinyl fans and architecture buffs will want to stop for a coffee or cocktail at Citizen Vinyl (citizenvinyl.com), home to a record pressing plant, independent record store, and a bar and café.

The living room at Applewood Manor. Photo by Aaron Hogsed.

The Northern Spy bedroom at Applewood Manor. Photo by Aaron Hogsed.

The newly renovated kitchen at Applewood Manor. Photo by Tim Robison.

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Sunset views from the Craggy Gardens Trail on the Blue Ridge Parkway

Homemade cookies destined for guest rooms. Photo by Tim Robison

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From February 17-20, 2022, Michelin-starred Chef Xavier Mathieu of Relais & Chateaux Le Phébus & Spa in the South of France will bring Provencal flavors to Applewood Manor. Photo by Mario Kucera

Grilled octopus at Asheville Proper

For a town with less than 100,000 residents, the culinary scene in Asheville is outstanding, with more than 250 independent restaurants and 15 James Beard-nominees. We enjoyed a fantastic al fresco meal at The Market Place (marketplace-restaurant.com), a 42-year-old farm-to-table spot helmed by chef/owner William Dissen. A classic steakhouse experience centered around livefire cooking and seasonal ingredients is served up in a chic setting at Asheville Proper (ashevilleproper.com). Chef Jacob Sessoms, Asheville's original James Beard semifinalist, serves continuously evolving seasonal New American-style cuisine at Table (tableasheville.com). From French to Filipino, if you have a culinary craving, chances are there's a place to satiate it. While the city is known as a craft beer hub, it's easy to move beyond beer. After getting a taste of their product in a cocktail at The Market Place, we sought out the tasting room at Ginger's Revenge (gingersrevenge.com) to sample a flight of their award-winning ginger beer. Located in a converted auto shop, Ben's Tune Up (benstuneup. com) is the nation's fifth American-owned saké company. Near the Grove Arcade (grovearcade.com), one of the city’s Art Deco gems, Cultivated Cocktails Distillery (cultivated-cocktails.com) makes

Hazel 63 Rum, the only rum produced in Western North Carolina. Located on the South Slope, the Chemist distillery's tasting room looks like a Prohibition-era apothecary (chemistspirits.com). Applewood Manor will be adding to the diversity of the culinary scene with a pair of immersive guest chef events this winter. First, from December 10-13, 2021, three-Michelin-starred Chef Mads Refslund of Noma fame will host a weekend of foraging, cooking, and dining, focusing on Nordic meets Appalachian cuisine. Then, from February 17-20, 2022, Michelin-starred Chef Xavier Mathieu of Relais & Chateaux Le Phébus & Spa in the South of France will bring Provencal flavors to Asheville for a fourday weekend of tastings, workshops, and friendly competitions. Curating wine and craft beer pairings for both events is Applewood Manor's Sommelier Todd Mathis, founder of DNS Wines, who plans to use bottles from the Collins's collection. "We couldn't be more excited to bring these world-renowned chefs to Asheville and create a unique opportunity for locals and travelers alike to interact with them in an intimate, inviting setting," said Stephen. sl For more information and reservations at Applewood Manor, visit applewoodmanor.com or call 828.254.2244.

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Brooklyn Borough president and Democratic nominee for New York City mayor Eric Adams is on a mission to tackle one of the most stubborn health problems in the country: chronic disease in the African American community. Adams explores the origins of soul food and how it can be reimagined with healthy alternatives. Eric Adams — Healthy at Last: A Plant-Based Approach to Preventing and Reversing Diabetes and Other Chronic Illnesses — paperback, 257 pages, Hay House Inc. This cookbook brings the excitement of the Food Network show stage into your home kitchen, with more than 100 recipes, behind-the-scenes stories of fan-favorite moments, tips to help you “beat the clock”, and pro-chef suggestions. Bobby Flay, Stephanie Banyas, and Sally Jackson — Beat Bobby Flay: Conquer the Kitchen with 100+ Battle-Tested Recipes — hardcover, 256 pages, Clarkson Potter

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Director and actor Eric Wareheim might be known for his comedy, but his passion for food and drink is no joke. For the last fifteen years he has been traveling the world in search of the best bites and sips, and this book shares everything he’s learned on his epic food journey. Eric Wareheim with Emily Timberlake — Foodheim: A Culinary Adventure — hardcover, 304 pages, Ten Speed Press

Intermingled with more than 300 recipes that span traditional High Holiday preparations and contemporary spins on dishes that reach back thousands of years are lessons on the history of Jewish food traditions. Joshua Korn, Scott Gilden, and Kimberly Zerkel — Jewish Food: The Ultimate Cookbook — hardcover, 800 pages, Cider Mill Press

bib 'li' o 'taph, [bib-lee-uhtaf, -tahf ]: a person who caches or hoards books Timed to coincide with the 75th anniversary of the beloved classic film, this cookbook features recipes directly inspired by the movie, along with crafts and entertaining tips for throwing the ultimate vintage Christmas party. It’s a Wonderful Life: The Official Bailey Family Cookbook — hardcover, 128 pages, Insight Editions Blogger, food photographer and stylist and recipe creator Jenn Davis’ first cookbook is a pandemic project that she styled and photographed herself. Her creations reimagine crowd-pleasing classics with a twist. Jenn Davis— The Southern Baking Cookbook: 60 Comforting Recipes Full of DownSouth Flavor—hardcover, 168 pages, Page Street Publishing

Cookbook author Edgar Castrejón, a proud first-generation Mexican American, went vegan as a college student. In this book he takes beloved family recipes and remakes them as healthier meatless variations. Many take 30 minutes or less and rely on readily accessible ingredients. Edgar Castrejón — Provecho: 100 Vegan Mexican Recipes to Celebrate Culture and Community — hardcover, 256 pages, Ten Speed Press

Scores of people discovered the joy of being a plant parent during the pandemic. This lively illustrated book is full of interior design ideas, plant care and troubleshooting tips, and recommendations for more than 70 houseplants. Emily L. Hay Hinsdale—Never Put a Cactus in the Bathroom: A Roomby-Room Guide to Styling and Caring for Your Houseplants—paper over board, 208 pages, Tiller Press (simonandschuster.com)

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RAISING THE BAR Jewelry that elevates effortless chic Compiled by Bridget Williams

Clockwise from top left: Angie Marei Jewelry Invidia ring ($15,000; diabolikill.com). Mateo New York Rainbow sapphire and diamond ring ($3,200; mateonewyork.com). In Pieces stack ring from Eden Presley ($3,400; edenpresley.com).

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Clockwise from top left: Fearless bar pendant with blue sapphire from Girl Up Collection (girlupcollection.com). Sig Ward Jewelry Loren pink sapphire baguette enamel bar necklace ($2,800; sigwardjewelry.com). John Hardy reticulated pendant ($3,200). Available in Cincinnati from James Free Jewelers, in Indianapolis from Moyer Fine Jewelers and Reis-Nichols Jewelers, and in Louisville from Davis Jewelers, and at johnhardy.com. Meadowlark Lunar barbell stud earrings ($405; meadowlark.co.nz). Sophie Ratner Everytown X baguette diamond stud earrings ($430; sophieratner.com). Alor large monochrome cuff in black cable with diamonds ($2,595). Available from Richter & Phillips in Cincinnati, Genesis Diamonds in Nashville and alor.com.. Maya Gemstones Pencil ring with Maya Cut ruby ($2,161; mayagemstones.com). Samantha Tea Revolution rainbow sapphire single drop earring ($3,377; samanthatea.com). Walters Faith Grant diamond bar earrings ($6,550; waltersfaith.com). Rising Star earrings from Star Animal Sundays ($525; staranimalsundays.com). Jelly Munchkin Gold Bar earrings from Bondeye Jewelry ($810; bondeyejewelry.com).

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TEN NATURAL NEW SOUTH WALES WINEMAKERS TO LOVE Written by Kristine McCarthy

Organic. Biodynamic. Vegan-friendly. Minimal intervention. For some innovative winemakers in the southeastern Australian state of New South Wales, it's not just about what you put into the wine but what you leave out. From the North Coast Orange to the Southern Highlands to the Hunter Valley wine regions, meet the winemakers making waves with their natural wines. Sam Leyshon of Mallaluka, Yass | Now at the helm of his family winery, Mallaluka, in Yass, a three-hour drive southwest of Sydney or an hour north of Canberra, Sam Leyshon (formerly of renowned Canberra District winery Clonakilla) aims to minimize the fingerprint on his wines, using low-impact techniques such as openvat fermentation, basket pressing, and minimal additives. In addition to cool-climate favorites such as Riesling and Shiraz, his range includes lesser-known whites including Fiano, Vermentino, and aligoté, a little-known Burgundy varietal. There is no cellar door, but you can buy Mallaluka wines directly from their website. Sam Renzaglia of Renzaglia Wines, O’Connell Valley | You don't often find a Rosenberg's goanna—an Australian reptile with rugged bodies and long tails—on a wine label, but there's a reason that Sam Renzaglia's Di Renzo range of wines features wildlife on its labels. At Renzaglia Wines in the O'Connell Valley near Bathurst, a three-hour drive west of Sydney, the focus is on restoring the local ecosystem. That influences how Renzaglia treats not just his vines — minimizing herbicides and pesticides and weeding by hand — but also how he treats the rest of the property, introducing nesting boxes and planting more trees to support native birds and koalas. Renzaglia's award-winning wines, made without fining and filtering, include chardonnay, shiraz, cabernet sauvignon, and merlot. 42 slmag.net

Richie Harkham of Harkham Wines, Hunter Valley | When Richie Harkham describes his wines as "pure grape juice," he's talking about what he leaves out of the winemaking process: there are no chemicals, no preservatives, no additives, fining, or filtration. At this boutique Hunter Valley winery, which makes a maximum of 20,000 bottles a year, workers hand-pick all the grapes used to make its acclaimed Semillon, chardonnay, rosé, and shiraz. That's not the only thing that sets Harkham Wines apart: the winery operates according to kosher guidelines and has an on-site restaurant and accommodation for those looking for a more extended stay. Jared Dixon of Jilly Wine Co, Clunes | Jilly Wine Co. is a 40-minute drive inland from Byron Bay in the village of Clunes. Winemaker Jared Dixon sources his grapes from the cooler New England region, just a few hours away, where settlers first grew vines in the early 19th century. The crisp highland air suits varieties such as Nebbiolo, Gewurztraminer, and chardonnay, and Dixon uses natural yeasts and avoids fining and additives, apart from a small amount of sulfur. The Clunes cellar door is open only by appointment, but you can pick up a bottle or two at the Clunes Store & Cellars on Main Street in town. Tony Zafirakos at Ari's Natural Wine Co, Sutton Forest | Located in the picturesque Southern Highlands, a two-hour drive southwest of Sydney, Ari's Natural Wine Co is all about keeping it simple. Inspired by the techniques used in the Greek village where his father Ari grew up, winemaker Tony Zafirakos uses wild fermentation and harvests and processes his fruit by hand. His unfiltered, unfined, sulfur-free wines include unusual drops such as Pash & Pop, an orange wine made with Greco and zibibbo grapes fermented on skins, and Lucky No.5, a blend of the season's varieties.

Casa Grande. Photo by Simon Lewis

James and Meagan Becker of M&J Becker Wines, Hunter Valley | In Australia's oldest wine-growing region, relative newcomer M&J Becker Wines operated by a husband-and-wife team, James and Meagan Becker, who are passionate about making wine that captures its environment with as little intervention as possible – so no fining agents or additives. As a result, you'll find pinot noir and chardonnay, as well as Syrah, made with certified organic grapes. A visit to their cellar door, located at the beautiful Roche Estate, will not disappoint. Bryan Martin of Ravensworth, Murrumbateman | Situated in Murrumbateman wine country in the Canberra District, Ravensworth is a winery with a master at its helm, making wine that is a mixture of scientific exactitude and experimental flair. This is a family affair, with Bryan Martin making wine with his wife Jocelyn and brother David. Bryan crafts Ravensworth's wines at nearby Clonakilla winery, where he has worked for over a decade. His wines are mostly aromatic and light-to-medium-bodied, with Sangiovese being the most popular red variety. Other varietals on offer include Nebbiolo, Riesling, and Gamay. Peta Kotz of Sabi Wabi, Hunter Valley | Sabi Wabi, founded in 2019, is another newer winery doing things differently in the Hunter Valley. Inspired by the Japanese term wabi-sabi - a world view centered on accepting transience and imperfection - this winery is all about eschewing flawlessness. Located on the banks of the Hunter River, the small-batch wine is made by Peta Kotz, who grew up in the area. Kotz's debut wine, Bright Eyes, was a sunny blend of chardonnay and Semillon. Production increased for 2021's vintage, and Kotz was able to make a white, red, and rosé. Fruit for the Semillon was sourced from Tranquil Vale Vineyard in Luskintyre, while the Shiraz from the rosé and red are from Lovedale, with a cooler year meaning

more natural acidity. As always, the wines were made imperfectly, intentionally, and with minimal intervention. Benson Brown and Joel Mucci of Benson & The Mooch, South Coast | Protégées of Tony Zafirakos at Ari's Wine, Benson Brown and Joel Mucci of Benson & The Mooch started out making their wine out of Ari's winery before setting up their own space in the South Coast, near Wollongong. It was their debut pét-nat that put them on the map. Called Disco Juice, it's a good-times wine, made for drinking at sunny backyard barbecues. Grapes are sourced from the Central Ranges and left pretty well alone – with no additions, sulfur, filtering, or fining. Other wines in the range have equally fun names and characters on the label: Purple Rain is a GSM blend with a slight spritz, and Gaucho is a Nebbiolo and Mourvèdre blend, out in late 2021. Charlie O'Brien and Simon Jones of Chateau Acid, Central Ranges | Although their wine is based on principles of minimal intervention, you'll find the winemakers' personalities splashed all over Chateau Acid. Old friends Charlie O'Brien and Simon Jones are heavily involved in the music industry, inspiring the aughts-style club poster vibe of the labels that Jones – also a graphic designer – created. It's a fun brand, but they are serious about their wine, sourcing grapes from the biodynamic and organic certified vineyards of Rosnay Organic Vineyard in Canowindra. The Bianco, Vermentino with three weeks skin contact and 12 months in a terracotta amphora, has been a hit. They've also produced a popular Grenache, chardonnay, and a Rosato – a refreshing and tangy Grenache-Syrah blend. sl You can find more information on NSW Wine Regions at visitnsw.com.

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DOMINICAN IDYLL

Amanera makes it easy to strike the right balance between down time and playtime. Written by Bridget Williams

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Casa Grande. Photo by Simon Lewis

In the rarefied air occupied by hotels in the upper echelons, it's often the teeniest details that nudge one distinguished property ahead of another. During a recent visit to Amanera on the northern coast of the Dominican Republic, I began to notice as I came and went throughout the day that the stack of coffee table books I'd been leafing through had been straightened, my shoes organized, and the snack jars and refrigerator were restocked to my preference by the time I returned. Everything remained in such a perpetual state of orderliness that I admit to peeking around the landscaping, expecting to see an army of attendants lying in wait to pounce into action as soon as they heard my departing footsteps. This level of invisible attentiveness, particularly appealing in the current era, is a hallmark of the 400-acre resort, which combines the best of back-to-nature activities with peaceful seclusion. In true Aman fashion, the architecture is sleek, dramatic,

minimalistic, and thoughtfully planned to take full advantage of an arresting position overlooking Playa Grande's wide mile-long beach. The VIP experience begins soon after disembarking at Puerto Plata, where a pair of attendants greeted us at the end of the jet bridge, whisked us through customs, and into a luxury SUV for the hour-and-a-half drive through areas of seemingly impenetrable jungle dotted with colorful and bustling small towns. Pulling beneath the portico at Casa Grande, the heart of the resort, one can’t help but marvel at two-story structure perched atop a steep precipice. It presents itself as an assemblage of glass, concrete and Indonesian teak, artfully melded within an indoor/ outdoor maze of floating walkways, walls of glass, and infinity pools all oriented to the ocean view. Facing due east, at sunrise, the reflection of the clouds on the infinity pool creates images reminiscent of a Rorschach test.

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The second-floor Casa Grande Library overlooks the ground floor pool and lounge areas. Photo by Simon Lewis.

Guest accommodations take the form of 25 individual casitas that are terraced on a hillside adjacent to the beach to provide unobstructed ocean views, and complete privacy within this green cocoon. Lush landscaping and grass-topped roofs enable the casitas to nearly disappear into the verdant canopy, so much so that we got lost more than once when returning to our casita in the evening. Floor-toceiling glass doors open onto expansive outdoor terraces in each casita, complete with dining and lounge areas and some with private pools. Situated at the top of the hillside, our casita boasted a comfortably furnished living room separate from the bedroom. Both were oriented to face the covered terrace and lawn, which seemed to offer more than enough seating if the mood struck to invite our fellow guests over for an impromptu party. In the sprawling spa-like bathroom, tropical vegetation combined with skylights and walls of glass brought the outside in. The enormity of the walk-in closet made a mockery of my efficient packing. Amanera is unique in the Aman portfolio for being the brand's first-ever golf-integrated property. Located next to one another, both the golf clubhouse and spa are a short shuttle ride from the resort. The 370-acre, 18-hole, par-72 golf course, originally designed in 1995 by golf legend Robert Trent Jones, Sr., is often referred to as "the Pebble Beach of the Caribbean." Jones' son Reese gets credit for its most recent refurbishment. The meticulously contoured greens dramatically amble along the natural undulations of the cliffside topography, offering ten 46 slmag.net

holes of play directly on the ocean, the most of any golf course in the Western Hemisphere. There are six tee sets, permitting play from 5,230 yards on the forward tees and up to 7,259 yards from championship tees. The golf clubhouse is adjacent to the spa, which places an emphasis on the healing traditions of the Taino Indians by combining native plants and herbs with natural blends from the Aman Skincare range to provide lasting benefits. Sited to overlook both the golf course and the Atlantic Ocean, Amanera has a series of residences planned, ranging in size from two-to-six bedrooms. Managed by Aman and privy to all resort amenities, if you're interested in one of the amenity-rich homes, act fast as lots were almost all spoken for at the time of our visit in late July. Amanera's remote location, relaxed pace, and accommodating staff make it ideal and easy for Type B's to find their bliss. However, if you're more Type A like me, there are plenty of activities to satiate your need for perpetual motion. The vast swath of beach with deep sand offers an invigorating 1.5-mile round-trip walk from end to end. As we finished our stroll each morning, during which we often didn't see another soul, an attentive beach attendant was waiting for us with a silver tray laden with chilled lemongrass-scented towels. The perpetual churning of the Atlantic turns out powerful waves that are great fun for boogie boarding, and an on-site watersports program provides guests with a range of complimentary gear.

Terraced on the hillside above the ocean, the casita’s green roof combined with lush jungle foliage ensure privacy. Photo by Steve Turvey.

Casita interior. Photo by Simon Lewis.

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Playa Grande Golf Course

Beach Club and Playa Grand beach. Photo by Simon Lewis.

Paddle boarding in Laguna Gri Gri. Photo by Steve Turney.

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Beach Club at night. Photo by Simon Lewis.

Various excursions take advantage of natural resources on and off the property. We opted for a "secret beach" hike in nearby Rio San Juan. Orlando, our guide, is a native of the town. Orlando pointed out his parent's house during the trek, and we thoroughly enjoyed learning about life in a foreign place from a local's perspective. Slipping through an opening in a farm fence, we traversed what seemed to me to be an indistinguishable trail through grass and forest to reach a series of small enclaves where turquoise waters gently lapped at the beach. An unexpected swim across a lagoon led us to the terminus of the excursion, a bustling public beach with a large rock outcropping that's a popular jumping spot. Other available guided hikes, ranging from less than a mile to more than six, include a sunrise breakfast in a mountaintop pavilion, opportunities to learn about traditional agriculture (and the chance to milk a cow!), and herbal medicine, among others. Water-based activities encompass kayak or paddleboard eco-tours, boat excursions, deep-sea fishing, surfing and kite surfing lessons, and reef and wreck dives. Amanera offers high/low dining options, and by that, I mean high on a bluff in Casa Grande or down below with your toes in the sand at the Beach Club. Executive Chef Diego Martinez, a native of Mexico, oversees a culinary program that puts a Dominican spin on international techniques. While Casa Grande is available for three meals daily, the Beach Club is open for lunch and on select evenings for themed dinners. One of these, centered

around wood-grilled meats, seafood, and vegetables ranked as our favorite dining experience. The vastness of the property, combined with the jungle setting, provides ample places for private dining experiences. Based on the number of setups I observed during our stay, these intimate affairs are popular with guests. Of course, you can't leave without trying a shot of Mama Juana, a local concoction of rum, red wine, and honey infused with tree bark and herbs. While the portwine flavor of one of the first distilled spirits in the Americas is an acquired taste for some, I was excited to find a little bottle of the herbs and directions for making it at home on my nightstand after returning from dinner one evening. It was one of several thoughtful turndown trinkets that serve as a meaningful souvenir. My only regret on the trip was that I didn't discover the services of personal trainer Raoul until the morning of our departure. Having time to kill before an afternoon flight, we participated in a complimentary HIIT workout class that ended with a custom sports massage, an unexpected but very much welcomed reward for forty-five minutes of non-stop intensity. The fitness staff can devise a custom fitness program for guests who want to use their holiday to amp up their fitness routine. Raoul's souvenir arrived the morning after our return—waking up to the kind of good muscle soreness that comes from a great workout. sl Nightly rates at Amanera begin at $1,500 per casita. For more information or reservations, visit aman.com/resorts/amanera

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Of Note... Sleep in Heavenly Peace

Compiled by Colin Dennis

This page, clockwise from top left: Russian Karelian birch pamper tray from iWoodDesign ($3,396; iwooddesign.com). Dodow Fall Asleep Faster kit is designed to re-educate your brain to fall asleep faster by projecting a soft halo light to the celling that expands and retracts its illumination field in synchronization with your breaths ($59; mydodow.com). Cayden Campaign Leather Panel Bed from RH ($4,575; RH.com). Reversible cashmere blanket from Heating & Plumbing London ($511; heating-and-plumbing.com). Saddle bed ($5,188) and bench ($1332) from Bonaldo (bonaldo.com). Mr. Bunny children’s bed from Circu (circu.net). Blend 1 tsp of this herbal blend, informed by Traditional Chinese Medicine and Ayurveda, into milk, hot water or non-caffeinated tea to help promote tranquil sleep ($38; moonjuice.com). Blissy Silk Pillowcases are handmade and crafted from high quality 22-Momme 100% Pure Mulberry Silk (from $79.95; blissy.com). A Mask for Night from No Thank You ($85; nty.co). Pod Pro Cover with PerfectFit allows you to upgrade your mattress by adding the most advanced cooling and heating technolgy to help you fall asleep faster and stay asleep. Settings are controlled via an app that also provides a daily sleep fitness score ($1,745; eightsleep.com).

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The Hästens 2000T mattress is comprised of 37 layers, including horsetail hair, cotton, wool and flax) (from $27,795; hastens.com)

Triplo Bourdon sheet set from Frette ($1,175; frette.com)

Un Jour, Une Histoire duvet cover (from $450) and sham (from $60) from Yves Delorme (usa.yvesdelorme.com)

Resort Diamond Trellis Egyptian cotton sheet set from Frontgate (from $256; frontgate.com)

Backed by 95 years of R&D, the DUX 8008 is Duxiana’s most advanced and luxurious bed. Boasting 4xs as many springs as an average bed arranged in multiple layers, it offers more customization possibilities than many other beds on the market (from $9,030; duxiana.com)

And if you didn’t get enough sleep, Neora’s Eye-V Hydrogel Patches were designed to revitalize the look of stressed and fatigued eyes with a quick delivery of intensive, age-fighting ingredients ($52; neora.com)

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EQ IQ

All you need to know about EQS, the first all-electric luxury sedan from Mercedes-EQ Written by Andre James / Photography courtesy of Mercedes-Benz

As part of its Ambition 2039 initiative, Mercedes-Benz will offer a carbon-neutral new car fleet within the next two decades. The company set a target of having more than half of the cars it sells by 2030 feature electric drive systems, including fully electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids. The initiative took a significant leap forward this past spring with the global premiere of the EQS, the first model to be produced in a carbon-neutral manner and based on the modular architecture for luxury and executive-class electric vehicles. The first models introduced to the U.S. market are the EQS 450+ with 329hp and the EQS 580 4MATIC with 516hp. Owners will benefit from complimentary maintenance and free unlimited 30-minute DC-Fast Charging sessions with Electrify America for the first two years. In addition to standard equipment such as enhanced active and passive Driver Assistance Systems, a 12.8” OLED multimedia touchscreen portrait display for the EQS 450+ Sedan and MBUX Hyperscreen with three displays merged seamlessly under a 52 slmag.net

single 56-inch curved glass surface on the EQS 580 4MATIC Sedan, a trio of trim packages—Premium, Exclusive and Pinnacle—are available, along with an array of additional options for further customization. Visually distinct from models with internal combustion engines, the exterior of EQS, which is over 17 feet long, showcases cabin-forward aesthetics in its unmistakable purpose-built design, resulting in a benchmark drag coefficient value of .20. At the front, a distinctive ‘Black Panel’ unit incorporates innovative headlights connected by a light band and a grill with a three-dimensional star pattern. Flush-positioned and aerodynamically optimized wheels range from 20 to 22 inches. In addition, the EQS comes standard with a power tilt and sliding panorama roof consisting of two modules that together form a large glass surface. With the aid of artificial intelligence, Mercedes-Benz has developed a user interface with context-sensitive awareness, which displays the right functions at the right time. Up to seven

individual MBUX profiles can be created directly in the vehicle and synchronized with the existing profile data of the Mercedes me account. An EQ-specific navigation system seamlessly plans the fastest and most convenient route, including charging stops, and it dynamically reacts to traffic jams or a change in driving style. If there is a risk of not reaching the destination or the charging station with the set settings, Active Range Monitoring issues the prompt to activate ECO driving functions. The EQS is the first Mercedes to offer the option of activating completely new vehicle functions via over-the-air updates (OTA) in many functional areas. In-cabin luxuries include rapid-heating and ventilating front seats, leather seating surfaces, active multi-contour front seats with enhanced massage and comfort headrests, wireless smartphone integration, wireless charging in the front, and an air balance cabin fragrance system with a new HEPA filter. Silver Waves and Vivid Flux are two soundscapes that are part of the standard 15-speaker

Burmester® Surround Sound System and provide a slightly futuristic “soundtrack” for the driving experience in lieu of traditional combustion engine reverberations. Since the EQS is based on all-electric architecture, it opened up new design possibilities for passenger safety, such as allowing for a favorable location to be chosen for the installation of the battery in a crash-protected area in the underbody. In addition, with no large engine block on board, the behavior in a frontal crash was modeled even better than before. Equipped with a new generation of batteries boasting significantly higher energy density, the EQS offers a range of up to 487 miles. At home or at public charging stations, the EQS can be conveniently charged with AC using the onboard charger. The driver can switch off various energy consumers to increase the range and activate the ECO driving functions to support a more efficient driving style. sl Pricing for the new EQS from $102,310

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GIFTING GAME FACE Host and hostess gifts to put you atop the most wanted guest list Compiled by Victoria Chase

This page, clockwise from top left: Olive vodka: Kástra Elión vodka is distilled from hand-picked Greek olives from the Nafpaktos region along with premium grains and mineral-rich spring water from the Crystalline Rock in Mount Taygetus ($55; kastraelion.com). For a spirited connoisseur: ABERFELDY’s 18-Year-Old Limited Edition Whisky ($120/750ml). Initially spending 18 years in a combination of first-fill bourbon, rechar and refill casks, the whisky has undergone a finishing period in Côte Rôtie French wine casks, which were used to complement and elevate the signature character of ABERFELDY, not mask it (aberfeldy.com). Time to Celebrate: Solios women’s watch that’s consciously created with solar-powered movement ($275; solioswatches.com). For the caffeinated colleague: Alexander Vargas, Heza PB, and All Day coffees from Black Fox Coffee (from $20/bag; blackfoxcoffee.com).

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This page, clockwise from top left: Not Afraid of the Dark: Mount Veeder Winery 2017 Reserve Red Blend ($120; mtveeder.com). Founded in the 1960s and located on scenic Mount Veeder, the unique landscape truly sets these wines apart – the vines are forced to cling to the extra steep slopes, resulting in tiny grapes that burst with flavor and pack a punch. The full-bodied 2017 Reserve Red Blend boasts flavors of dark cassis, black cherry, bay, and vanilla. This beautifully crafted deep red wine adds a quintessential kick of spice is perfect to indulge in over a harvestthemed dinner table. Hail a cab: Double Diamond 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon ($80; doublediamondwines.com) is a rich, character-driven cabernet that boasts aromas of Mexican chocolate, nutmeg, and violets. This wine features flavorful notes of black currant, blackberry reduction, and allspice, creating a sleek and voluptuous sensation with silky and smooth tannins to make for a complex structure. Holiday kicks: Miron Crosby Noelle boot ($1,950; mironcrosby.com). Blooming where it’s planted: Carolina K handprinted peacock vase ($185; carolinak.com). Mad for mod: Peacock menorah by Jonathan Adler ($120; jonathanadler.com). For the friend you’d love to travel with: The Quartermaster in cloud from Ebby Rane opens to an interior packed with 12 designated pieces to make packing a hassle-free task ($995; ebbyrane.com). Have wine, will travel: Leatherology cognac leather wine carrier ($90; leatherology.com).

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Hog heaven. The artisan Bacon Lover Box from The Baconer ($84; thebaconer.com)

For the friend who loves to “spill the tea”: Marriage Freres Paris Tea Time Gift Set ($85; neimanmarcus.com) Pura Smart Home Fragrance Diffuser Best Sellers Box allows you to customize your scent experience with premium, designer grade fragrances from the convenience of your smartphone ($99; trypura.com)

Like giving a hug: Chunky Knit Blanket from Bedsure home ($130; bedsurehome.com) Gift hilariously: Customized Hanukkah wrapping paper from Gift Wrap My Face ($18.99/roll; giftwrapmyface.com)

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For the girl with everything: Known for her impressionistic and abstract style, New York-based artist Cindy Shaoul can create a one-of-a-kind painting to commemorate a favorite place or moment in time to thrill even the most hard-to-buy-for friend or loved one (cindyshaoul.com).

This page, clockwise from top left: Sophisticated sipping: Casa Dragones Barrel Blend 100% Blue Agave Añejo sipping tequila ($150; casadragones.com). Off the cuff: Tracee Nichols Roman Courage cuff links with black diamonds ($525; traceenichols.com). Boost your morning brew with ReNude, your new fav fully formulated mushroom mocha, and transform your typical coffee into a sugar-free, vegan, keto-friendly latte ($50; drinkrenude.com). The eyes have it: Lito porcelain candle from L’OBJET with 24-karat gold plating and inlaid with resin details ($150; l-objet.com). The gift that keeps giving: 111SKIN’s first-ever advent calendar features 11 mini products and 1 full sized Y Theorem Repair Serum Light. Sheathed in a classic black recyclable box, each of the 12 days features a pull-out surprise ($420; 111skin.com). Perfect pour: RIEDEL Wings to Fly Rieslng/Sauvignon/Champagne stemless wine glass ($19.90; riedel.com). Adventageous: Shop KSW by Kimberly Whitman Christmas House advent calendar ($89; kimberlywhitman.com).

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SOPHISTICATED PURSUITS Barn from a Dream

Written by Bridget Williams / Photography by Shelby Bourne When Cara and Tom Fox of The Fox Group decided to remodel the generic shed on their property into a 3,000-square-foot horse barn to house their family's beloved thoroughbred horses, they pulled inspiration from Cara's travels abroad. Trips to England's Blenheim Palace – the birthplace of Winston Churchill – and The National Gallery informed many aesthetic decisions that differentiate The Fox's unique, luxurious barn from more traditional barns throughout their home state of Utah. By thoughtfully repurposing the existing structure and incorporating details such as checkered flooring, chandeliers, and European stalls, The Fox Group created an elegant, airy, 58 slmag.net

one-of-a-kind horse barn that doubles as a prominent design highlight on the property. The structure, which was built in the 1940s, required The Fox Group to reframe the interior completely and level the floors. Its size is approximately half a standard barn, yet the clever design provides ample room for each horse and their accompanying equipment. Tearing out the existing 12-foot ceilings exposed a dramatic vault, which enhances a feeling of spaciousness. White planking installed throughout further amplifies openness and verticality. The Fox Group inlaid a gray and black checkerboard pattern floor in place of the generic black rubber flooring predominant in most stables.

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Essential to the barn's design are custom horse stalls, inspired by those at Blenheim Palace and not found elsewhere in the state. Tom and Cara maximized the small floor plan through bespoke stalls, creating individual spaces for each horse (including one sized explicitly for their miniature horse), and outfitted each with an automatic water system. Beyond the remarkable functionality, powder-coated white wood and brass detailing in each stall reflect the airy, European aesthetic within the rest of the barn. Several unique decorative elements artfully implemented throughout the space enhance the barn's elevated style. Bridles

hang on brass horseshoes adorning the walls while delicate glass-free chandeliers from Visual Comfort balance beauty with practicality. Bringing the project full circle in terms of its European inspiration, George Stubbs' Whistlejacket painting hangs at one end of the barn, a meaningful memento Cara discovered at The National Gallery during a high school trip to Europe. Through attention to detail and clever use of materials, The Fox Group transformed a small shed into a highly functional and elegant barn that's a delight for both horses and their owners. sl

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BLING IT ON ‘Tis the Season to Sparkle Compiled by Bridget Williams

Navete diamond and gold earrings from Graziela ($13,900). Available from Moyer Fine Jewelers in Indianapolis and at grazielagems.com.

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Clockwise from top left: Carbon & Hyde chevron tennis bracelet ($4,830; carbonandhyde.com). Shahla Karimi diamond double band ring (from $1,750; shahlakarimi.com). Effy Pave Classica white gold and diamond ring ($8,396.50; effyjewelry.com). Fabio Salini cuff with 22.20ct tanzanite (fabiosalini.co.uk). Vram oak diamond and pink diamond ring (vramjewelry.com). Kwiat Starry Night two-row hoop earrings with diamonds ($18,100). Available from The Diamond Cellar in Columbus, Reis-Nichols Jewelers in Indianapolis, King Jewelers in Nashville, and kwiat.com. Bell & Ross BR 05 Diamond ($21,500). Available from Diamond Cellar in Columbus, Moyer Fine Jewelers in Indianapolis, King Jewelers in Nashville and at bellross.com. Grace Lee pavé globe ring ($15,880; gracelee.com). Gauhar three-piece ornamental pavé diamond earrings ($4,900; gauharjewelry.com). Penacho cocktail earrings from Colette ($19,000; colettejewelry.com).

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Clockwise from top left: The Majesty ring with 26ct citrine from Aisha Baker (aishabaker.com). Nancy Newberg pearl and diamond cluster ring ($2,000; nancynewberg.com). Pasquale Bruni Goddess Garden necklace with white diamonds, champagne diamonds and morganite (us.pasqualebruni.com). Soirée Mood bangle from Nouvel Heritage ($12,500; nouvelheritage.com). Karma El Khalil Tiger cuff bracelet (karmaelkhalil.com). Melissa Kaye large Aria Jane ring ($19,950; melissakayejewelry.com). Oyster Perpetual Pearlmaster 39 in Everrose gold and diamonds (price on request). Available from The Richter & Phillips Company in Cincinnati, The Diamond Cellar in Columbus and Nashville, Reis-Nicholas Jewelers in Indianapolis, Davis Jewelers in Louisville, Simons Jewelers in St. Louis, and at rolex.com. Lily Gabriella Pink Swirl earrings in titanium, rose gold and 12.80ct of pink sapphires ($40,767; lilygabriella.com). Venyx Tortuga cufflinks ($3,686; venyxworld.com). Temple St. Clair diamond Sea Star earrings ($2,950; templestclair.com). Almasika Vidi pave signet ring ($4,750; almasika.com). Jemma Wynne Prive Luxe 3.52ct diamond solitaire ring ($34,900; jemmawynne.com). Briony Raymond New York antique emerald cut Sloan solitaire ring (brionyraymond.com).

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It’s the small things that can transform a dining experience from ho-hum to extraordinary. It can be company you keep, a special occasion paired with an unforgettable bottle of wine, or — as is often the case with the most exceptional restaurants — it’s the feeling when all the organic, ephemeral pieces come together to create an experience that demands to be savored. That is The Baker’s Table, a multi-faceted gem tucked away in historic Newport, Kentucky offerings rustic, seasonal dishes from Chef David Willocks who co-owns the space with his wife Wendy Braun. At the far-end of the restaurant, just past the bar, sits a 25-yearold, hand-built baker’s table. Its smooth surface shows patina and age from being worked and worn. From the minute they saw it, the couple knew that this table would be their restaurant’s namesake — immediately sparking visions of diners huddled around its softened edges, coming together over freshly baked sourdough bread, and relishing in each other’s company. The next year The Baker’s Table would be recognized by Eater as one of their best new restaurants in America for 2019 for its unique ability to entice diners as both a humble, neighborhood hangout and a culinary destination that truly cares about craft. If you haven’t yet crossed the river to taste for yourself, trust us when we say it’s an experience that you’ll want to relive time and time again.

The inspiration for the culinary and beverage programs of The Baker’s Table comes from Chef Willocks’ 10 years of experience cooking in the San Francisco area. It was there that farmer’s markets and daily changing menus became part of his regular life. The Baker’s Table is the culmination of his passions, utilizing a prix-fixe dinner menu that incorporates ingredients only when they are at their seasonal peak, and minimizing their environmental footprint through whole animal butchery. The Baker’s Table proves that eating well doesn’t have to be restrictive. Utilizing nourishing ingredients at their peak and incorporating nutrient-rich, complex carbohydrates make dishes that, simply put, feel good. The look of the restaurant was meticulously crafted by Braun, a teacher and writer with a natural eye for design. Drawing inspiration from old botanical and aviary texts from the early 1900s and countless trips to local antique stores, the space was created to draw diners inside—to be at once warm, thoughtful, and striking. Rich vintage details of the space, from the antique fireplace mantle on the custom bar to the array of Audubon prints clustered on the exposed brick wall, harken back to the building’s century-old tradition as a restaurant, grocery, and community gathering place. One of things that makes The Baker’s Table feel inexplicably warm, inviting, and lived-in is Braun’s process of intentionally procuring and curating the items that fill the space.

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In unison, the menu and space communicate a tone of eclectic, effortless exceptionalism. In the same way that Willock’s menu regularly incorporates French, Italian, and American Southern influences, Braun marries European antiques with vintage Americana and contemporary accents. What prevents these eclectic influences from over-powering each other can only be attributed to the restaurant’s innately effortless sensibility. Whether you decide to pop in for a cocktail — the entire menu is available a-la-carte at the bar — or enjoy the full dining experience, sampling at least one of the restaurant’s pastas is nonnegotiable. All pastas made in-house and paired beautifully with seasonal ingredients. A seasonal favorite is the lamb Ragu, 68 slmag.net

featuring semolina Cresto do Gallo pasta, slow cooked lamb from Freedom Run Farm in Kentucky and plated with a generous sprinkle of fried rosemary and grated grana. Ask your waiter for their pairing recommendation from the restaurant’s curated menu of French, Italian and Spanish wines — with the occasional California thrown in for fun. On the list you will see a focus on small family producers making wine with minimal chemical and interventions with classic flavor profiles. For dessert, a constant staple at The Baker’s Table are their ricotta doughnuts with house made ricotta and lemon curd. For something a touch more spirited, opt for an Amari Flight featuring bartender’s choice of 3 bittersweet Italian liqueurs.

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In addition to making all their breads and pastas in house, The Baker’s Table is currently in the process of sourcing as much of their flour from locally farmed and milled grains as possible. Another recent expansion of their bread program is the opening of The Baker’s Table Bakery across the street this Fall. Utilizing whole-milled grains and farm-to-table produce, their commitment to thoughtful and ethical ingredient sourcing spans both spaces. At the time this story went to printer, Willock’s was currently testing new stone milled flours from Carolina Ground who mill their grains using a slow rotation process which preserves the grain’s naturally nutrient-rich germ resulting in a product with vitality, flavor, and punch. This connection with the grain is an integral part of The Baker’s Table’s journey to discover how deeply they can be connected to the food they offer to the community. The bakery 72 slmag.net

serves multiple purposes: shaping and baking breads for The Baker’s Table across the street, as well as serving guests who can pop-in from 7am to 1:30pm Wednesday through Sunday for baked goods, loaves of bread, coffee, and tea, or from 4pm to 9:30pm for farm-to-table pizzas and wine. At the heart of the bakery is the open concept baking table and oven — where guests can watch the team shape and bake fresh loaves of sourdough, multi seed, fig and walnut, molasses and oat, and French baguettes. Espresso from a variety of Cincinnati Roasters and sweet and savory pastries crafted with produce from Ohio Valley farmers round out the Baker’s Table Bakery experience. In the evening the bakery evolves into a rustic pizzeria and taverna where guests can pick up wine and pies with a signature sourdough crust, topped with fresh ingredients including seasonal produce and house-made sausage.

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Pawpaw pudding: candied pecans, fig leaf semifreddo, molasses

Across both spaces, in addition to their commitment to environmentally conscious food practices, The Baker’s Table believes in fostering a positive work environment including fair compensation and health benefits. It’s a gesture that speaks volumes of the owners’ personal ethics that shows that they prioritize the wellbeing of their workers. From the moment you walk into The Baker’s Table you are warmly welcomed into a non-judgmental space that values respect and kindness overall. Willocks, Braun and their entire are committed to a mission to “Feed people with love.” It’s a mission driven by their passions to source ingredients locally, support farmers and artisans, and keep traditional culinary crafts alive. The Baker’s Table strives to be as

self-sufficient as possible, from making their own fresh sourdough and black sesame crackers to pulling their own fresh mozzarella. It’s a commitment to craft you can taste. Regardless of season, there’s one constant you can always count on from The Baker’s Table and Bakery and that’s the love and passion they have for the community they’ve created within and around their restaurants in Newport, Kentucky. Through the pandemic and growing pains, it’s the burgeoning community of people around Baker’s Table that has kept them going. It’s an intrinsic value that touches every ingredient, every effort and every customer who walks through their door creating an experience that is anything but ordinary. sl

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Dining room with balck and white accented wallpaper

When the Zicka family decided to take on a special project in their newest development in Anderson, they decided to collaborate with their old (business) neighbor David Millett for the interior design direction. Originally founded in 1967, Zicka Homes has been synonymous with custom creative home building. Now under the leadership of second-generation siblings, Julie, Patrick, and Katie, the team continues to develop some of the most prime custom homes in the tri-state area. Likewise, David A. Millett, Inc. and his team of designers have been designing custom timeless interiors since 1976. Together the two teams put together an updated modern French masterpiece. Situated at the end of a cul-de-sac lane, the homes’ gables pitch slightly higher than normal, reminiscent of Normandy traditional design. The exterior is presented in white wash brick with limestone accents around black framed windows and doors; elements which are mimicked throughout the interior. Upon entering the home one will immediately notice the updated open concept floor plan as the main foyer opens into the great room, kitchen and dining room. To the right of the entrance 80 slmag.net

sits a study with custom built-in bookshelves, decorated with black and gold contemporary patterned wallpaper. Here the black-framed windows are accented with gold, which become the persistent accent tones throughout the home, gold and black accents against a neutral cream color palette. The 13’ high great room is flanked to the right with a beautiful limestone mantel and hearth while the remaining fireplace is decorated in the same white washed brick as the exterior. To the left, natural finished pillars and corbels ‘support’ the weight of the highpitched ceiling, also decorated with natural beam accents. The far wall of windows basks the room in natural light adding warmth to the large space. The elegant cream furniture is accented with patterns on the 15’ long sectional and outside backs of the comfy oversized swivel chairs. Black chests with gold accents below gold-framed mirrors adorn either side of the fireplace. The otherwise neutral color scheme helps to assert the original Dutch Oil Painting fishing scene that sits over the fireplace mantel adding color and timeless elegance to the room.

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Master Bathroom with walk in shower and tub feature

Master Bedroom accented in creams and golds

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Lower level complete with beer cellar, wine vault and tasting room, tv and game area

Beyond the great room rests the kitchen and dining room areas. The far exterior wall host the kitchen built in cabinets that morph into custom display cabinets farther down the wall for the dining area. The natural warm wood tones of the floor and great room beams and pillars are continued through these areas in accent doors into the pantry, on the oven hood, in the display cabinets near the dining area, and also in the kitchen island. Cream leather counter stools with gold frames pick up the gold tones overhead in the pendant lighting, in the dining room sconces and chandelier where a creamed finished dining table and chairs rest. The dining room is adorned with a black and white patterned oversized floral abstract wallpaper, adding depth and dimension into the space. The rest of the first floor is mainly utilized for the master suite. Upon entering the private master hallway, the hardwood turns to a 86 slmag.net

plush tone-on-tone cream patterned carpet. Further down, the hall opens to the right to reveal a large expansive master bathroom. The bright white tiled floor is continued up the far exterior wall that is framed in gold. Behind the frame sits a soaking tub within the master shower. On either side, custom his and her built-ins and a vanity await. Gold finished sconces and decorative chandelier overhead complete the cream and gold tones found throughout the other main living spaces. Beyond the master bath the hall opens into a large bedroom. Here a high cream headboard with inset upholstery decorates the main wall that is flanked on either side by oversized matching cream bachelor chests. A pair of high accent chairs, chest, and dresser completes the furnishings of the room. Touches of gold throughout the room in artwork, lighting, and furniture accents outfit the room.

While the first floor is akin to elegance and sophistication, the lower level is appropriately appointed for entertaining and casual grace. The white washed brick accents are more pronounced surrounding a 100” television on one side of the room and also in the barrel vaulted ceiling of the wine cellar on the other side of the room. In between is another large counter island perfect for entertaining, and a large sitting space for television viewing. For non-wine drinkers, a fully operational beer cave sits to a side, complete with dual beer taps. In between the beer cave and wine cellar sits a cozy tasting room. In the back of the lower level rests a full size shuffleboard table just off the exterior patio. The lower level is decorated with more pops of color through large vertical paintings from local artist Susan Schular, adding vibrancy and energy into the entertaining space.

The rest of the house continues the theme of neutral cream tones with accents of black, gold, and other colors in its three upstairs bedrooms. The large rear exterior looks onto a beautiful pond and green space and hosts three lower level sitting areas, one complete with fire pit, as well as an upper level covered sitting space outside of the great room, master, and dining rooms. Timeless elegance is imbued throughout the Zicka Home, from the exterior accents to the inside of the home. The touches of gold accents in furniture and lighting elements add class and contrast against the refined neutral palette. Timeless execution and design by designer David A. Millett are effortlessly presented in this one of a kind statement estate. sl For more on building group Zicka Homes, visit zickahomes.com. For more on interior design firm David A. Millett, Inc, visit davidamillett.com or find at 2200 Dana Ave. 45208.

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BETHANY HOUSE Bethany House Services breaks ground

for new shelter and comprehensive services center After a successful campaign to raise $18.5 million, Bethany House Services celebrated the start of construction on its new shelter and comprehensive services center, with a groundbreaking on Sept. 14. Bethany House Services is Cincinnati’s largest provider of emergency shelter and housing programs for families experiencing homelessness. Currently, services are scattered among seven locations. The new facility at 4769 Reading Road will consolidate services into one location. The new center is expected to open in the fall of 2022. “Our vision to consolidate into one location began in 2015, and thanks to more than 200 generous donors, it became a reality today,” says Susan Schiller, CEO of Bethany House. Donors included $11 million in private donations, $4.65 million in public funding and $2.8 million in New Markets Tax Credit financing. Donors of $1 million or more were Day 1 Families Fund, The Farmer Family Foundation, The Heidt Family Foundation, Carol Ann & Ralph V. Haile, Jr. Foundation and an anonymous donor as well as the City of Cincinnati, which donated $4 million. The project benefited from New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) financing through support from the Cincinnati Development Fund, Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC), and PNC Tax Credit Solutions, a PNC Real Estate business, which also served 88 slmag.net

as the investor for the NMTC transaction. The new facility is designed for children & families and includes: • Private family bedrooms • On-site medical and mental health care for children & adults • Employment services • Counseling and educational programs • Classrooms for life skills and job readiness programs • Interactive, age-based indoor enrichment areas and outdoor children’s play spaces • Access to a full range of support services for every family served. Architect on the project is SHP, and the construction companies are TriVersity and Jostin. “We are proud of the fact that 53 percent of the project work is being done by minority providers,” says Carolyn Washburn, Chair of Bethany House Board of Directors. “We’re not finished fundraising,” says H. Kim Baird, board member and co-chair of the campaign committee. “To keep the cost of the building down, we had to cut some important items. We are working to raise another $1.2 million to cover the cost of those additional features.” You can watch a broadcast of the groundbreaking event on the Bethany House Services Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/ BethanyHouseServices. sl

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The Children’s Home: HUGS Holiday Gift Program. Tchcincy.org. New Life Furniture Bank: Party In The House Event. High Street Gallery. 5:30-8:30PM. Cancer Family Care 42nd Annual Wine Tasting and Auction. The Manor House. 6PM. https://www.cancerfamilycare.org/event/2078/ The Salvation Army in Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky 65th Annual Civic & Awards Luncheon, Hyatt Regency Cincinnati, Noon Fur Ball 20th Anniversary Gala Kick-off Soiree: Silent Auction Gift Giving Party. 6:30-9 pm Benken Florist Home & Garden Center CancerFree KIDS Celebration of Champions Annual Gala. Virtual Event. https://cancerfreekids.org/events/ The Salvation Army and Coney Island Annual Christmas Nights in Lights Kickoff event honoring local veterans, Coney Island, 5:30 p.m. The Salvation Army in Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky Red Kettle Kickoff, The Salvation Army, 114 East Central Parkway, 10:00 a.m Cincinnati Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired: Dining in The Dark Gala. Hard Rock Casion. 6-10PM GIVING TUESDAY! Help Support Your Favorite Local Non-Profit on this annual fund drive day.

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The Cure Starts Now: SantaCon. Start at Hard Rock Casino. Noon – Midnight. Dress as Santa and Barcrawl through Cincinnati to benefit The Cure Starts Now. https://www.cincinnatisantacon.com

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BOYS HOPE GIRLS HOPE HEARTS FOR HOPE GALA

Boys Hope Girls Hope (BHGH) of Cincinnati honored the late Joan and Jim Gardner, and the Gardner Family Foundation, at their Hearts for Hope Gala on September 10, 2021 at Cooper Creek Event Center. The event raised almost $500,000 for their mission to nurture and guide motivated young people in need to become well-educated, career-ready men and women for others.

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1) Member for the Gardner Family with the Heart of Gold Award 2) Member of the BHGH Young Professional Board 3)Terrence Forte & Adelaide Johnson-Ghartey 4) Board member Dave Conway 5) Bob Hendon, Judge Sylvia Hendon, MC Mike Brown, Executive Director Missy Hendon Deters & Scott Stieber 6) Annual Hearts for Hope, Boys Hope Girls Hope Gala 7) BHGH Collegian Ty Battle with Julie and Dr. Rob Heidt 8) Leah Walker, Elizabeth Swift, Amy Swanson, LeAnne Conway & Mike Brown 9) Gary Johns, Board Member Mike Caudill & Peggy Gardner Johns 10) Board member Michael Burke 11) Board Member Laura Mueller

BLOOM! FOR STEPPING STONES

Stepping Stones hosted its 17th annual Bloom fundraiser on September 11 at the Valley View Foundation in Milford. This was the first Bloom held in person since before the pandemic, helping Stepping Stones to raise more than $236,000 net to benefit year-round programming for children, teens and adults with disabilities. Event chairs Mendy and Dr. Andrew Ringer hosted the “Boots & Bourbon” themed evening with mechanical bull-riding, bourbon tastings, a silent auction and live music by Catalina Wine Mixer. The event’s diamond sponsors were August A. Rendigs, Jr. Foundation, Susie & Neil Bortz, Chemed Foundation, Huntington Bank, the Pettengill Family and Mendy & Dr. Andrew Ringer.

1) Linder Hunt with Elizabeth Rogers 2) Gail & Fred Fischer 3) Whitney Eckert 4) Kyle Haaff 5) Dr. Andrew & Mendy Ringer 6) Amy Condorodis 7) Cataline Wine Mixer 8) Bloom Silent Auction 9) Bayley & Terri Hogan with Rexford Bevis

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CANCER FAMILY CARE UNSUNG HERO AWARDS

ancer Family Care (CFC) hosted the 19th Annual Joslin Haggart Yeiser Unsung Hero Awards on August 24, 2021. The awards honor and celebrate the many acts of quiet heroism performed by cancer patients and those who care for them. This year’s awards honored 55 individuals as well as the 2020 Unsung Heroes who were not able to be honored in person due to COVID-19. For a complete listing of 2021 Unsung Heroes please visit - https://www. cancerfamilycare.org/unsung-classes/

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1) Zeke & Vanessa Taylor, Sonja Webb, Michelle Stroge & Lori Gasparec 2) Barbara Dixon, Greg Lynn, Kim Zellars & Frances Gilbert 3) Brian & Paulette Thomas 4) Emily & Brandon Hucker 5) John & Tanya Curd with Roxana & Tim Rice 6) Jim & Donna Kay Daniels 7) Jill Settlemyre, Vicky Luke, Brittany Speed & Michelle Krummen 8) John Cappella & Jill Settlemyre 9) Skylar, Angela & Adriana Bashada 10) Pam Webb & Michelle Pittman 11) Mike Delehanty, Misty Wilver & Cathy Delehanty

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CINCINNATI INTERNATIONAL WINE FESTIVAL CHARITY AUCTION AND LUNCHEON

Culminating its 30th anniversary celebration, the Cincinnati International Wine Festival hosted its Charity Auction and Luncheon at the Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza’s Hall of Mirrors on September 11. More than 150 guests enjoyed a silent and live auction featuring a phenomenal catalog of 250 high value live and silent auction items from around the world. Since 1991, Cincinnati International Wine Festival events have raised more than $6.2 million for Greater Cincinnati charities focused on the arts, education, health and human services. The next wine festival is set for March 3-5, 2022. Save the date and learn more at winefestival.com.

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1) Sue Mills, George Elliott & Lisa Papa 2) Lisa & Harlod Annes with Jayne Menke & Sheri Bassler 3) Jan & Graig Smith with Kelly Weissmann 4) Mu Sinclair, Jack Coors, Scott Provancher & Susan Hoelle 5) Keith Spiller with Denise & Daniel Oppedisand 6) Susan Schuler, Connie Wiles, Steve Floto & Linda Chaney 7) Mike & Rhonda Folzonlogen 8) Sam & Arlene Presnell with Matthew Millett 9) Paul & Cindy Bowen

THE CURE STARTS NOW: ONCE IN A LIFETIME GALA

Our Once In A Lifetime Gala was once again a memorable night full of some tears and lots of love. From bidding on silent auction items, to our Ultimate Bourbon Raffle to our live auction items that included unique once in a lifetime experiences it was a night that will not be soon forgotten. With over 650 in attendance, who were all dappered out in their best speak easy attire, we raised over $558,000 for pediatric brain cancer research.

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1) Brent Hill & Julie O’Neil 2) Bryan & Amanda Kilgore with Christie & Michael Clark 3) Kate & Zach Jessen 4) Sara & Mike Sanholtz with Cara & Justin Rindler 5) Michell Holden with Amy & Kevin Simmons 6) Patti Anderson & Terri Hager 7) Mike & Carla Eng 8) Frederic & Balbina Manier, Ken & Lauren Dunbar & Daniel Smilek 9) Shae Vasile-Beaver, Christy Ivey, Kelly Bogner, Sheila Tillman, Brooke Desserich, Grace Desserich & Heidi Varns 10) Jenny Stokes & Katherine Brown

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DESIGN CINCINNATI WITH CARSON KRESSLEY

The Association of Volunteers was thrilled to welcome Emmy-Award Winning star Carson Kressley as the featured guest at Design Cincinnati this year. The sell-out event was held at Kenwood Country Club on September 30, 2021. The equestrian-inspired passions of Carson Kressley were woven throughout the decor and garden setting on a beautiful fall day. The Association of Volunteers is a fundraising auxiliary for Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. Efforts this year support the be.well program at the hospital, run through the OT and PT departments. Funds raised by the AOV help kids thrive through adaptive sports, gardening, dance, and cooking programs.

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1) Lee Krombholz, Carson Kressley, Heather, Kirtley, Isabelle Krombholz 2) Jennifer Moriarty, Kristin Crowley, Marie Huenefeld, Carson Kressley & Erin Satterwhite 3) Kathy Dempsey & Allison Buckley 4) Jay Takach with Tricia Spang 5) Leslie Wieber & Karen McAffry 6) Danielle Haugh, Carson Kressley & Susan Vanvleet 7) Mareanne Miller, Marie Huenefeld & Kathy Dempsey 8) Lindsay Gates, Joe Arnoux & Raeanne Brown 9) Kacey Farrell, Carson Kreeley & Jessica Levine

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DINNER AND DRAG FOR CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL

Jay Takach, Jennifer Zelkind and the rest of the Evolo Design team hosted Carson Kressley and guests at the May Mansion in North Avondale. The evening consisted of a dinner before the Design Cincinnati Garden Party to bring awareness to the fundraising work the Association of Volunteers raise for the Children’s Hospital. The evening’s festivities also included a wonderful drag performance by Cincinnati’s premier Drag Queens. 6 3

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DRESS FOR SUCCESS FASHION SHOW Dress for Success Cincinnati held their 20th Annual Fashion Show on Tuesday September 21 at the Hard Rock Casino raising over $195,000. The event featured commentary from co-chairs, Dr. Lali Minocha and Kelly Hollatz, as well as Dress for Success clients walking the runway in designer clothing from Portaluca, Dress for Success Cincinnati’s earned income resale boutique, and a fashion show by designer Daniel Wingate. Executive Director Lisa Nolan presented the event’s honorary chairs, Crystal Faulkner, Partner, MCM Advisors and Cincinnati City Council Member Jan-Michele Lemon Kearney, as well as the Mary Ivers Success Award to client Charlene Davis.

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LIGHTHOUSE YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES: LIVE, LOVE, LAUGH LUNCHEON

Lighthouse Youth & Family Services welcomed 200 guests to its Live, Love, Laugh luncheon on Tuesday, September 14, at the Indian Hill home of Rhonda and Larry Sheakley. Guests enjoyed lunch by the bite from some of Cincinnati’s finest restaurants and caterers, wine by the glass, a raffle, and a silent auction. Event proceeds benefit A New Home for New Beginnings, a project to expand Lighthouse’s residential treatment program for youth. Lighthouse thanks event co-chairs Rhonda Sheakley and Lisa O’Brien, Grand Benefactor Ginger Warner, Gold Sponsors Fifth Third Bank and Julia S. Heidt, and all other sponsors and guests for their support.

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1) Shayne Byer, Carly Byer, Melissa Laver, Susanna Goering & Mary Wahl 2) Lesley Hern, Ammie Klotter, Leann Quinlan, Carolyn Hough & Amy Peterson 3) Kristin Boateng, Meg Kohnen, Jennifer Miller & Stefanie Williams 4) Aurelia Candie Simmoms, Nina Paul & Barbara Gould 5) Lisa O’Brien, Judy Oakman, Kate Bennett & Julie Desai 6) Charles Barrett & Rhonda Sheakley 7) Rhonda Sheakley with Mady Gordan 8) Thuy Kolik, Jessica Gabler, Paul Haffner, Nathan Lunch, Judi Oakman, Cathy Goold, Jodi Harding & Bonita Campbell 9) Cheryl Rose & Barbara Weyand 10) May Nassef, Evi McCord & Ellen Dick 11) Jess Rather, Nora Fink & Alicia Wilhelmy

LIVING WITH CHANGE GALA

Living With Change held its second annual gala on September 13. Founders Chris and Jessica Cicchinelli welcomed 200 guests to their home for an evening that included face painting, a live & silent auction, and speed painting. Sponsors and supporters raised $312,000 to support the mission to support transgender youth and their families. Funds go to the LWC Center for Gender Health at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital and the LWC name and gender marker change scholarships. Learn more at livingwithchange.org.

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1) Nick Staderman, Danny Chaille, Pat Coyne 2) Lockwood & Lisa Zaring, Rob Williams, Steve Early, Courtney & Andy Black 3) The Cicchinelli Family 4) Bryce Harlow, Suzanne Spears with Matt & Carly Athey 5) Kara Burton, Jennica Freeland, Holli Hunt, Jessica Cicchinelli, Jenn Zumwalt & Laura Kraus 6) LWC Gala Sponsors 7) Patty Brisben & Chris Cicchinelli 8) Meghan Mitchell, artist David Jonathan with Jessica & Chris Cicchinelli 9) Dick & Heather Williams, Scott & Allison Holzapfel with Andrea & Todd Sumerel 10) Kent Shaw, Randy Slovin, Jeff Thomas & Jake Worley 11) Frank Lauch, Gary Mitchell, Nick Westfall & Josh Heuser

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OHIO VALLEY VOICES FASHION SHOW

Ohio Valley Voices had its most successful fashion show to date, raising over $100,000 at the 6th Annual LOVVE Amplified Fashion Show presented by Esther Price and held at the Cincinnati Fowling Warehouse on September 23. Featuring show-stopping fashions from the students and graduates of the University of Cincinnati’s College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning (DAAP), everyday looks from Portaluca, and children’s outfits courtesy of Castle House, there was something for everyone at this New York-style runway. Every dollar raised at this fundraiser goes directly to providing services to children who are deaf and hard of hearing so they can learn to listen and talk, and eventually be mainstreamed into a typical classroom alongside their hearing peers.

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1) Rick Wessels, Meredith Craven, Sharon Wessels & Maria Sentelik 2) Charles & Casondra Cooper 3) Barb Dressman and Amanda Dressman 4) Penny Stratton & Michelle Mitchell 5) Brian & Christa Redden 6) Ruth Sara Schnerder & Susie Stierer 7) Jennifer Gibson, Erica Lee & Jason Dempsey 8) Rebecca Heart with Lindsay Karr 9) Lisa Hensler, Sandra Peffly & Martha Coors

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RIDE CINCINNATI

Hundreds of riders hit the road on September 17-18th for the 21st annual RIDE Cincinnati. Participants enjoyed a kickoff party on the rooftop of the Lytle Park Hotel, followed by the ride itself, which departed from Yeatman’s Cove and offered routes from 15 to 100 miles. Every rider-raised dollar from the event goes to benefit local cancer research. To date, RIDE Cincinnati has raised nearly $5 million! 7 3

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1) Mark & Shirley Schrazinger with Sarah Vierling & Matt Meyung 2) Chuck McGinnis, Bri Peters with Rachel & Eric Baldwin 3) Abby Morgan, Allison Gordon & Craig Alexander 4) John Barrett with Steve Kemat 5) Charlie Fox & Sydney Hoffman 6) Bob Pearson & Dan Pike 7) Roger Werth & Scott Pennington 8) Lindsay Tatman, Savanh Bowling, Lexi McCoy & Erica Almquist 9) Doug & Kristen Maywell 10) Sadie Supinger & Diana Suthorland 11) Dock Behrman & Harvey Cohen

ZOOFARI

More than 1,800 guests attended the sold out Zoofari Onederland event on September 24th, raising over $1,000,000 in revenues to support the Zoo’s mission of inspiring everyone with wildlife, every day! It was a Zoofari like none before as the event moved to a new “through the Zoo” format, making way for Elephant Trek, the signature project in the Zoo’s More Home To Roam campaign. Special thanks goes to returning presenting sponsors Western & Southern and Fort Washington Investment Advisors, Inc and event chairs, Michelle and Peter Barrett. Mark your calendars now for next year’s Zoofari - Friday, September 23, 2022!

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1) Stephen King, Reba Dysart with Nina & Will Fry 2) Sean & Laura Stellard with Jeff, Karen, Sara & Harry Kruse 3) Sean Donovan, Sybil Mullin. Elissa Donovan & Nancy McCormick 4) Jamie & Robert Van Haren with Greg & Paria Wilson 5) Jon Sanchez, Bob & Jen Castellini & Anya Sanchez 6) Kelly & Justin Lyman with Kelly & Ken Kocher 7) Scott & Missy Stieber, Jennifer & Vito Damiano 8) Pat & Steve Mullinger, Christine Probst, Hengameh Nassef & Dr. Magdalena Kerschner 9) Melissa Johnson, Stephen King & Reba Dysart 10) Jens & DeDe Personal with Andy & Chris Swallow 11) Alan & Claire Eichner with Jeannette & Joe Lind

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THE SPCA CINCINNATI – DISCO INFURNO FUR BALL GALA

The SPCA Cincinnati’s 19th Annual Fur Ball Gala - Disco InFURno, Presented by IAMS™, was an important evening benefitting the thousands of animals we serve. We are proud to report that our community raised $385,000 to further our mission and give a voice to the voiceless! The SPCA Cincinnati believes that the way we treat animals in our society is a reflection of how we treat each other as human beings. Our mission is not only to save lives but to strengthen the human-animal bond. We will continue these efforts into next year as we look ahead to Fur Ball 2022 – Pets in Paris, Saturday, April 30th. Mark your calendars and help us celebrate our 20th Anniversary of the Fur Ball. Thank you, Cincinnati, for your compassion and support!

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1) Theresa Diersen 2) Nick & Joelle Ragland 3) Geraldine Frazier, Carol Bates, Anita Harney, May La Ates & Tamy Johnson 4) Jeff Hartling & Pam Finfrock 5) Lauri Robertson & Laura Sharp 6) Eileen & Mike Retzlaff with Adam Clements 7) Rebecca Birgano & Kelly Fisher 8) Ingrid Kot, Maggie Gomulaka & Lucas Mollory 9) Brian & Carrie Hoffman with Carolyn Bigger & Ken Stouder 10) Nick Zimmerman, Jill Mullen with Chris & Christianne Zimmerman 11) Karen Martin, Josh Mitchell, Nicole Crosby, Geena Maharaj & Pedro Cebollero 12) SPCA Honorees

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