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Home & Haven

Curating a Closet with Connie Leal Ballenger

Magic Kingdom

Of Note... Animal Instinct

A Slice of Swiss

The Vines That Bind

Bibliotaph... Hedge Fun

Over the Moon(stone)

Of Note... Raising Cane

Making Waves

Organic Chemistry

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Il Pavone armchair designed by Los Angeles-based artist and designer Marc Ange for Visionnaire. Photo by Andrea Ansalone

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To My Dear Friends and Clients: During these trying times, we are open and delivering fashion and (what we hope to be) a much-needed diversion to you. While we know it is not life saving or vital, we want to offer beauty, strength and confidence through fashion. Our way of doing that at Leal has always been very hands on and personal. While social media and on-line selling have grown and developed, we have never felt like we could replicate our level of service and expertise over the internet. There is so much value in the relationship and……the contact. While our times call for contact-less interaction, we are offering three different ways to shop and connect with me and Leal: • One-on-one appointments with me. Just call and schedule a time and I will work with you. The store has been thoroughly cleaned. We have disposable gloves available and all other CDC measures will be followed. No others will be permitted in the store during your appointment. • Personal shopping via live stream. I will choose a wide variety of pieces to feature based on your requests, and you can select the pieces you would like delivered to you. We can drop at your door, leave for you to “play”, and pick up anything that does not work the next day from your doorstep. No contact. If you are one of our out of town clients, we will ship via UPS with a return label in the box.

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• A personally curated box of items for you without the online interaction, delivered, and returnable based on your preferences. This is my small way to break up the boredom, offer a safe diversion and hopefully add a little more beauty to your lives. I am beyond grateful for the support you all have offered Leal and me personally over all these many years. I hope to be here for a long time to come to bring you my personal brand of style and service. I take nothing of these times lightly. I wish you and your families health and peace. With gratitude, Connie Leal Ballenger

From the Editor-in-Chief Where you stare, you steer. I don’t know about you, but the last 8 weeks have given me plenty of options for where to fix my gaze. Apparently, being shut-in doesn’t shut-out the constant noise of an always on culture (and news cycle). Fear, frustration, and isolation fight for our attention; especially when we are surrounded by very real circumstances that are uncertain at best. Watching my friends, family, and peers navigate the unprecedented situation in which we find ourselves has forced me to acknowledge my utter helplessness to control any of the outcome and has helped me to focus my attention on what I can endeavor to do: love people well. Learning how to love people well has been an intentional journey with a small, focused group of women with whom I am ever-so grateful to be doing life. Our studies and conversations have taught me that loving people well means meeting them where they are, having grace and mercy for them and the circumstances, and serving them with humility for my inadequacies. The silver lining for me in this shutdown has been a real-life lab in which to apply the lessons I have learned, and fellow students who can help me to adjust my stare when I start to steer off track. It has also been beautiful to watch the Columbus community come together to try to love one another well. In 25 years as a business owner, I can’t remember a time when so many people were as focused on the health (physical, mental, and financial) of one another and especially of small businesses. From facebook groups promoting takeout as a way to support local restaurants to leaders like The Columbus Foundation responding rapidly with the Emergency Response Fund, it truly does feel like we are all in this together. In the spirit of loving people well, you will see some changes coming to Sophisticated Living Columbus. In the past, we have tried to maintain separation between local editorial and advertisers. Moving forward, we will be pushing those boundaries, in the interest of promoting and helping the businesses and organizations who are doing good work and who have been immeasurably affected by the economic impact of COVID-19. And, we are going to be bold; bold in our requests that you support the people, places, and things that make our community so colorful and interesting. What does support and love look like right now? In short, it means spending money. Get the new couch, hop on that remodel you’ve been considering, splurge on a new piece of jewelry or clothing. Schedule your dentist appointment, and if you have ever considered braces or something cosmetic, splurge. Do it. Donate money (if you need a guide to central Ohio non-profits, check out sophisticatedgivingcolumbus.com). Just spend. Your financial advisor can give you advice about weathering the market, but every dollar you can get into the economy is going to help someone keep a job. Hoarding our resources is a fear response, and we can choose to focus our attention on the faith that nothing is more meaningful than loving one another well. Wishing you and yours well and with gratitude for our community,

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From The Columbus Foundation We are fellow travelers in these uncharted and perilous waters. Many are fearful and anxious about the challenges we face, and rightfully so. The vast uncertainty around the health of our families, our neighbors, our communities, and our economy is enough to fill the most steadfast among us with apprehension. We must remember, however, that this nation has faced existential crises before and has triumphed over them. The Columbus Fo u n d a t i o n w a s b u i l t during one such crisis: World War II. Imagine the fear and uncertainty that enveloped our country as war raged across both the Atlantic and the Pacific. Imagine the fortitude our c i t i z e n s s h ow e d w h e n supplies were scarce, and yet still they gave, sacrificing for the common good through rationing. U.S. companies gave as well, retooling themselves to produce the materials needed for victory against the Axis Powers. Today, as we face another existential threat, we see a similar altruism in our community. People are staying home to protect the most vulnerable among us. Many businesses are forgoing profits to ensure the safety of their employees and customers. Others are converting their operations to assist in the fight against this enemy by producing sanitizer and sterilizing face masks to assist those on the front lines. The Foundation wholeheartedly thanks those front-line responders who are risking their own health and safety to keep our communities well. Those for whom social distancing cannot be practiced are owed a collective debt of gratitude that perhaps can never be repaid. The selflessness being expressed across communities engenders hope for a better future. There is an encouraging sense of kindness and a generosity of spirit being felt across the nation right now, and I am reminded of the common etymology of the words kindness and kinship. Through kindness, we acknowledge another’s humanity. We see the other as part of the whole; they are connected to the community, and they belong to it. In short, they are our kin. We must hold fast to

that united sense of kinship. Indeed, as we make our way through this perilous time, unity will become of greater and greater importance. There is no doubt that this pandemic will end. What is less certain is what our community will face on the other side of it. We must recognize that this crisis is not affecting all of us equally and acknowledge that the inequities that existed before this time will be exacerbated by the challenges we face today. Rather than retreat into the isolation of self-preservation, we must step determinedly toward our neighbor and offer a helping hand. Rather than shrink from the challenge of rebuilding our community, we must pick up the tools of unity—kindness, compassion, and love— and forge ahead. Times such as these call for strength, and they call for courage, but they also call for kindness and generosity. We must remain caring and compassionate and remember that we are all connected. Our strength as a community comes from how we treat one another and look after each other. It is justified to feel fear right now. The fear we face today is no less real than it was in the midst of WWII. And, while it is in some ways easier to succumb to fear, the generosity and kindness we express through our words and actions will see us through this, together. To paraphrase our former Columbus Foundation staff member, now Director of the Ohio Department of Health, Dr. Amy Acton, at a recent press conference: “We are not afraid. We are determined.” That is why, in early March, we took decisive action to create the Emergency Response Fund at The Columbus Foundation. Within one week, thanks to the generosity of our donors near and far, we were providing support to those on the front lines of serving the most vulnerable in the community. The need for funds to help our community’s helpers will only grow, and we send our deepest gratitude to those who join us in their own acts of sacrifice, generosity, and kindness during these extraordinary times. I wish you a safe and healthy journey to and through the end of this, the crisis of our time—one of the crises of all time. Yours in community, yours in determination

Douglas F. Kridler President and CEO The Columbus Foundation

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Home Office Location: Concord, MA. Renovation. New custom cabinetry was designed to provide more function for this home office. The bark cloth covered walls add a warm and interesting texture. Builders: Platt Builders. Photo: Greg Premru

HOME & HAVEN Writen by Mark Huffman / Photography by Gordon Beall and Greg Premru

Recent and unprecedented circumstances have forced many people to reconsider the function and style of their homes. It has been many decades since the place we live has also been host to as many activities as we engage in from home today. Not only are we living at home, but we are working, teaching and learning from home. We are entertaining ourselves, attending worship services and exercising from home. In the sometimes chaotic circumstances life throws our way, one thing remains unchanged: our homes should be havens of tranquility, security, and joy. Necessity may be the mother of invention, but desperation is often the precursor to inspiration. For those whose stay-at-home period has them rethinking the style, comfort, and function of their living spaces, might I offer some suggestions and guidance on how to go about making those changes? SCOPE OF WORK When I help clients who are considering a renovation, I first ask them some leading questions. How do you define the concept of home? How do you want to live? What style represents your life - casual, formal, a little of both? What creature comforts can you not live without? What functional needs do we need to address for each member of the household, including pets? If money were no object, what big aspects of your home would you change? What types of spaces do you not have that you wish you did or are finding yourself needing? How do you like to entertain? From the answers to these questions, a list of changes and additions will emerge. I call this a scope of work. The scope will 16 slmag.net

help to determine the level of complexity. Are these changes something you can do yourself? Do you need the assistance of a professional interior designer, architect or contractor? IMAGERY Imagery is powerful. One of the first questions we ask a new client is, “have you created an imagery file by pulling images from books, magazines, and websites?” These images can represent an attraction to any number of things: the overall feeling of a room, a specific piece of furniture or fixture, the color of the walls, a wall covering, or something as detailed as the profile of a baseboard. Pinterest and Houzz are good and efficient tools in your search for imagery, but don’t discount the pleasure of leafing through magazines and books. Some of our favorite interior design-focused periodicals include Architectural Digest, Veranda, Elle Décor, House Beautiful, Luxe, Milieu, Interiors, and Dwell. There’s never been a better time to indulge in a good book (or 4). Our current favorite design monographs include (grouped by style): • Traditional and classic: “The Great American House” and “A Place to Call Home” by Gil Schafer III, “Simply Serene” by Thomas Pheasant, “Timeless Style” by Suzanne Kasler • Exotic and layered: “Wanderlust” by Michelle Nussbaumer • Bold and Colorful: “Collected Cool” by Jay Jeffers • Modern: “Decoration” by Stephen Sills (noted for his classicmeets-modern style), “MR Architecture + Decor” by David Mann

Wine Room Location: Dublin, OH. Renovation. Built-ins designed by Huffman & Huffman, built and installed by Cooley Custom Cabinetry. Builder: Matrka Group. Photo: Gordon Beall.

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Bedroom Location: Dublin, OH. New Build. The addition of these custom built-ins is a sophisticated way to create additional storage and a work surface. Built-ins designed by Huffman & Huffman. Built and installed by Cooley Custom Cabinetry. Photo: Gordon Beall. Bedroom Location: Concord, MA. Renovation. Builder: Platt Builders. Photo: Greg Premru.

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Billiards Room Location: Upper Arlington, OH. Renovation. Roaring 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s design direction. Custom oak paneling, limestone fireplace, restored antique Brunswick pool table. Builder: The Bellepoint Company. Photo: Gordon Beall. Home Theater Location: Dublin, OH. Renovation. Builder: Matrka Group. Photo: Gordon Beall.

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Powder Room Location: Concord, MA. Renovation. Maybe itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s as simple as sprucing up your powder room with a fabulous wallpaper and a 19th century mahogany Georgian chest as a vanity. Builder: Platt Builders. Photo: Greg Premru.

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Kitchen Location: Dublin, OH. Renovation. Custom cabinets designed by Huffman & Huffman, built and installed by Cooley Custom Cabinetry. Builders: Matrka Group. Photo: Gordon Beall.

Screened Porch Location: Concord, MA. Renovation. Builder: Platt Builders. Photo: Greg Premru.

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Home Office Location: New Albany, OH. New build. Custom everything – paneling, steel doors, desk, chairs, rug. Very calm and clean but classically based. Builder: Matrka Group.

THE TEAM When a project exceeds your skills and experience don’t underestimate the value of working with a respected interior designer. An interior designer with an interior architectural background can usually solve problems that may have confounded you or your builder - and it is a lot easier to solve those problems ahead of time, rather than after a project has started. As well, an interior designer will have strong, established relationships with qualified craftspeople and tradespeople within the industry. The level of confidence I have in my trade partners is unparalleled. A wonderful example is cabinet-maker Stan Cooley, who takes our design intent and brings it to life with the highest quality materials and painstakingly detailed execution. Your interior designer should be fully capable of helping you with the following: • Establishing or refining your scope of work • Recommending architects and contractors • Recommending (and managing) trades and crafts people if the project does not require a full-service contractor • Creating furniture plans, elevations, millwork and cabinetry drawings to illustrate a design intent 22 slmag.net

• Selecting and sourcing materials - from countertops, tile, wood or stone flooring and their patterns to appliances, fixtures, furniture, and accessories • Developing a budget • Scheduling and management of all installations and placement of materials and furnishings THE RESULTS The interior of your home should be a backdrop and a stage which hosts the most important moments of your life. A well-designed interior is not just about the wall colors and furnishings. It takes into consideration everything that makes up that interior – sensitivity to the architectural style of the house and the surrounding landscape. The envelope of each room – floors, walls, ceilings, windows…all should work together to create a balanced and harmonious interior that functions beautifully and represents you well to yourself and others. sl Mark Huffman is the Principal Partner and Director of Design for Huffman & Huffman, a national interior architectural design and decoration company based in Columbus.

CURATING A CLOSET WITH CONNIE LEAL BALLENGER Written by Amelia Jeffers / Photography by Gary Kirksey

When I downsized in early 2018, one aspect of my new (historic) home caused me considerable consternation: the closet. Not every closet, mind you - the master closet. For more than a decade, I had enjoyed the luxury of all luxuries: a massive, dedicated space for my entire wardrobe (yes, every season!) with custom built-ins, an island, a spacious reading “nook”, and a fully-integrated audio / visual system. On the third floor of my home, my master closet nirvana hosted many wonderful memories with my girls: styling outfits, trying on pieces they hoped to borrow, and quiet moments of reflection. Though my 1929 French tudor by the Olentangy has many charming traits, a spacious master closet isn’t one of them. My time at home over the past few weeks has motivated me to tackle what has become an achilles heel: crowded, disorganized, and small (emphasis on small!) personal closets. The goal? To maximize my wardrobe and create an environment that feels happy and organized. I sought out one of my closest friends, Connie Leal Ballenger (who happens to own my favorite boutique - Leal in Arlington) and was encouraged to hear that I am not alone in this frustration. Perhaps, like me, you would appreciate an expert guide to tackling and curating the shared challenge of the master closet. Read on for a Q & A with Connie. AJJ: Connie, I get so overwhelmed with the idea of organizing, that sometimes I don’t even know where to start! What do you recommend? CLB: The first step in any closet makeover should be cleaning. Pull everything out, then dust, wipe down, vacuum. Do whatever it takes to make the closets and drawers clean and fresh smelling, and the “home” for your garments will be so much more appealing. The same applies to the actual garments. If anything is not clean or needs ironed or mending, take it out and give it some TLC. AJJ: I love that. I have an old “Martha Stewart” guide to laundering and wardrobe care that is a beautiful reference for this. Once everything is out, what is the best way to get it all back “in”? It seems like that is my biggest challenge! CLB: First, I am a fan of sorting out things that you have not worn in the last year. I have heard a suggestion to position your hangers so that they all face the same direction; then, after you wear something and put it away, alternate the direction of the hanger. Pretty soon you will be able to tell which items are not seeing much wear. We will tackle what to do 24 slmag.net

with those pieces later….For everything else, I suggest organizing by type and then color. Hang pants on similar hangers, ideally by color. Do the same with blouses, dresses, skirts, etc. It really helps to use uniform hangers and to hang everything in a consistent manner. For example, if you hang pants from the waist, hang all pants that way. Or if you prefer to hang them draped over the hanger bar, hang them all that way. Now is the time to consider if you need some new hardware. Invest in hangers that match in size, shape, and color. It frees up space and looks better. If you can hang and display belts and scarves, that is helpful when dressing. The same with necklaces. They can be hung on a wall or there are hanger fixtures that work. The more you see, the more you wear. Ideally, you can create more space by storing all off-season clothing in another closet. Very few of us have a closet big enough to house our entire wardrobe. Even if you do, it is so much better for off season garments to be stored away clean, away from light and protected from dust. It does not need to be fancy. You could put a rolling rack in your basement and throw a sheet over it. Now let’s talk about things you have not worn for at least a year. Many times, I find that women cannot let go of pieces in their wardrobe for sentimental reasons, or because they believe they will lose 20 pounds, or they love something so much yet never wear it because they have nothing to wear with it. If you are hanging on for sentimental reasons, get it out of your main closet. Maybe you have basement or attic storage. Just find someplace else. It should not be in your “active rotation”. Be brutal about fit. If you cannot wear something because it is too big or too small, get rid of it. If you KNOW you will gain or lose weight, store it somewhere else, again, not in the “active rotation”. Now for the fun part…identify those pieces you love but never wear because you are uncertain about how to style them, and allow yourself to play. Start by shopping in your new beautiful, organized, clean closet. If you cannot find anything, bring it in to your favorite boutique and ask the stylists for suggestions. One of our favorite things at Leal is helping a client bring a favorite item back to life by pairing it with current trends or a new, timeless staple. There are also several reasonably-priced wardrobe consultants in town who will help for a small fee. The bottom line is your closet can be so appealing and fun to look at. Make it work for you. If it is clean and organized and not overloaded, you will find yourself wearing many more pieces and using them in different ways. And, really, what better time to tackle it than right now? Editor’s note: When cleaning out your wardrobe, keep in mind that several well-known central Ohio charities will pick up donations at no charge. Additionally, check out fashionforwardonline. com, a brand-new luxury consignment platform launched by Vicki Bowen Hewes (founder of Dress For Success Columbus) to benefit women in need.

Super staples include a fresh take on a classic like this little black dress

A great suit is definitely a must-have, but it need not be boring.

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The Shows Must Go On!, 2pm on Fridays, available for 48 hours; andrewlloydwebber.com/the-shows-must-go-on/ View performances on the BalletMet website at balletmet.org/virtual-performances Operation Feed (ongoing since March 1, through June 30); midohiofoodbank.org Kentucky Derby COVID-19 Emergency Relief Fundraiser & Virtual Derby, kentuckyderby.com Virtual Gallery Hop, 2pm on Instagram; @ShortNorthArtsDistrict Les Chapeaux dans le Jardin (Hat Day), Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens; fpconservatory.org (rescheduled for September 11) The Jefferson Series: featuring Michael Phelps, McCoy Center; newalbanyfoundation.org (postponed) Raise the Roof, The Amelita Mirolo Barn; uacommunityfoundation.com (postponed) Homeless Families Foundation No Show Motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day Gala; NoShowMothersDay.org Sporting Clay Charity Event, Cardinal Shooting Center; salvationarmycentralohio.org (rescheduled for August 21) Creative Living Bouquet of Flavours, Northwest Loge Club, Ohio Stadium; creative-living.com (postponed) Komen Columbus Race for the Cure, Downtown; komencolumbus.org (rescheduled for August 1) The Memorial Tournament, Muirfield Village Golf Club; thememorialtournament.com (rescheduled for July 13-19) FORE!Miler, Muirfield Village Golf Club; foremiler.com (rescheduled for July 9)

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The New Albany Community Foundation hosted the 17th annual Remarkable Evening benefit on December 3, 2019, in support of its annual grantmaking to area not-for-profit organizations. New Albany High School seniors welcomed special guest, Nikki Haley, former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations (20172019), interviewed by David Gergen. The Remarkable Evening event celebrated community and honored those who are making a difference. Melanie and Michael DeAscentis were honored with the 2019 Jeanne & John G. McCoy Community Service Award, and Dr. Keith Berend was thanked for his third and final year as chair of the Foundation Board. The evening was made possible by the generous sponsorship of the The Wexner Family, American Electric Power, The Berend Family and JIS Orthopedics, Facebook, Huntington, Dan Snyder & lower.com, The New Albany Company and Nickolas Savko & Sons, Inc.

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1) Michael & Melanie DeAscentis 2) Emily & Jason Hurst 3) Shannon Crane, Lee Paragas 4) Phil & Barbara Derrow 5) Dr. Keith Berend, Mayor Sloan Spalding, Joe Calvaruso 6) Gabriel Taub, Cathy Taub, Kathy & Jay Worly 7) Ryan DeBattista, Seth Bartrug, Liz Morrison, Cameron Morrison, Amber Tillman, Kevin Shaw, Kim Shaw 8) Emily Hurst, Jason Hurst, Austin Germain 9) Jack & Charlotte Kessler, Allan Tessler 10) Matt Kallner, Tawnia Schottenstein 11) Kristin Scott & Jamie Dulick, Alan Hinson 12) Governor Mike DeWine, Bruce Soll

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The creative and collaborate spirit of Columbus was on full display at Wonderball on Saturday, January 25. More than 1700 guests expressed themselves in their favorite black & white fashion during this art party of the season. Wonderball featured a huge variety of local creatives including live music, roaming fashion shows, immersive art installations, original performances, and food & drink from some of Columbusâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; favorite spots. The event raised $200,000 to support creative initiatives at CMA and achieved zero waste status with more than 90% of material from the event diverted from the landfill. Photos by Nikole Breanna Prete, Dave Toth Photography, Nathan C. Ward, and @rookieransom. 6

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View of the AmaLyra, docked in Les Andelys, from a medieval castle.

MAGIC KINGDOM

It's a small world after all when traveling with Adventures by Disney. Written and photographed by Bridget Williams While there is something to be said for the adrenaline rush that can come from inserting oneself into slightly contentious situations in far-flung places, it is not the ideal experience most are looking for in a holiday. Increasingly I've heard of acquaintances who have canceled travel plans based on threats both real and purported. Language barriers, dietary restrictions, physical limitations, and a general fear of the unknown all have the potential to prompt would-be globetrotters to restrict their adventuring to more familiar places that don't require a passport. Enter Adventures by Disney (ABD). Founded in 2005 with just a pair of US destinations, today, this luxury tour arm of the Walt Disney Company now offers full-service trips on six continents. "We're all about creating exceptional experiences for families and couples that go beyond the parks to bring the magic into the larger world," said Yolanda Cade, who directs public relations for Adventures by Disney. A growing number of partnerships, including one with National Geographic

Expeditions, means that Disney's legendary customer service and attention to detail are attainable at every imaginable destination. Curious about experiencing the Disney difference, we joined one of two adult-exclusive Seine River Cruise departures offered in 2019 as part of Adventures by Disney's growing roster of adultonly vacations. For its European river cruises, ABD has partnered with luxury operator AmaWaterways—the first cruise line to be offered membership into the private and prestigious La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs gastronomic society—to ensure guests have a topnotch, ship-shape experience. A care package arrived a few weeks before we set off for France. Along with logoed travel bags of various sizes, there was a spiral-bound, purse-sized travel guide outlining the complete itinerary, along with background information on each destination, a comprehensive packing guide, and answers to frequently asked questions. The latter is a prime example of ABD's ability to stay one step ahead in anticipating guests' needs.

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Rouen is one of Normandy's most engaging and historically rich destinations.

Claude Monet's house in Giverny

Claude Monet's garden in Giverny

During adults-only trips, don't look for Mickey and Minnie to show up at breakfast (which was a relief for me as a non-dyedin-the-wool Disney person). There is a concerted effort to make the destination the star. Still, there was a palpable Disney presence, most notably among fellow travelers. Identifiable by varying degrees of Disney garb, their enthusiasm was infectious as they gushed about their past experiences on Disney-led trips and crushed less ardent devotees during trivia and name-that-tune contests. Amply taking the places of costumed critters are the charming, colorful characters that comprise the Disney Adventure Guides. As many as four-thousand applications culled from around the globe are screened to fill less than a dozen trip leader positions. Often young enough to be the children or even grandchildren of guests on board, our Adventure Guides were poised, patient, and possessed leadership, storytelling, and service skills way beyond their years. "Our goal is to make the trip worry-free so guests can immerse themselves in the culture, and Disney allows us the freedom to think outside-the-box to surprise guests," said Adventure Guide Veronika. Our 10-day adventure commenced with an optional two-night Paris Escape before seven nights aboard the AmaLyra. Whether on ship or shore, each day's "Daily Adventurer" provided a detailed look 34 slmag.net

at what to expect, along with destination information, emergency phone numbers, and the theme of the daily photo contest, an exercise many tackled with the aplomb of a pro athlete. There are certainly plenty of tour operators that can take you to the beaches of Normandy or Monet's garden in Giverny, and this is where the Disney difference is most palpable. At Normandy, our guide for the day was none other than Dr. Jean-Pierre Benamou, OBE, founder of the D-Day Academy. His knowledge of and reverence for the sacrifices made on that hallowed ground was genuinely soul-stirring. One of many tearful moments that day occurred when Dr. Benamou spied a WWII veteran. "I owe you my lifeâ&#x20AC;ŚI may not have been here without your service," he said as he gave the man a warm embrace. Disney guests who lost a relative during D-Day were invited to participate in a solemn wreath-laying ceremony. After taking a moment to compose ourselves, we were chauffeured to the beaches in meticulously restored WWII-era military vehicles. Standing on the rocky coastline while Dr. Benamou's colleagues held up photos of fallen soldiers on the very same spot was a powerful reminder of why these brave souls are considered the Greatest Generation.

A member of the D-Day Academy shared poignant photos during a visit to the beaches of Normandy.

Porte d'Aval arch in the town of Ă&#x2030;tretat.

Left: Construction on Rouen's famous cathedral began in the 12th century. Below: The harbor in Honfleur is lined with townhouses that date back to the 16th century.

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An exclusive afternoon at the ChĂ˘teau de Bizy in Vernon included oldfashioned carnival games, tour guides attired in period costumes, and ample time to explore the vast gardens.

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Vincent van Gogh's final resting place in Auvers-sur-Oise.

Walking in the footsteps of Vincent van Gogh at Auvers-sur-Oise.

Experts in less somber subjects—from champagne to castles—greeted us at other stops, which included a mix of planned excursions and free time. In Vernon, we were first through the gates at Monet's garden, allowing us time to appreciate the beauty and serenity of the space before the packed tour buses started rolling in. Later that day, after bobbing for apples and playing traditional French lawn games at the grand Château de Bizy, we were free to enjoy the peace and quiet found in roaming the vast gardens. In Rouen, we walked in the footsteps of Joan of Arc. Climbing a creaky staircase in Auvers-sur-Oise lead to a sparse room in the boarding house where Vincent Van Gogh took his last breath. The steep climb to the ruins of a medieval castle constructed by Richard the Lionheart didn't leave me breathless, but the sweeping views of Les Andelys did, along with the steep drops along the cliff line in the seaside town of Étretat. Back on the boat each day by the late afternoon, we were enticed by a cocktail du jour, to attend a pre-dinner briefing in the lounge. Our troop of six perennially perky Adventure Guides doled out accolades and coveted collectible pins to repeat guests and those celebrating milestones and accomplishments before sharing information about the next day's adventures. A hub of activity, the lounge was the site of cooking demonstrations, post-dinner entertainment and dancing, and talks on culture and history.

Caramels are a speciality in Honfleur, a town situated on an estuary where the Seine meets the English Channel.

Gourmet macaroons by Yannick Lefort were sampled during a walking tour of the SaintGermain-des-Près area.

Dining was a delight, with meals featuring both familiar and foreign specialties. Those with dietary restrictions were amply accommodated. Guests have the option of reserving a space for dinner at the Chef's Table, an intimate glass-walled dining room at the ship's stern where a six-course pre-fixe dinner is mated with elevated French wine pairings. Most mornings, as dawn began to break, I pulled back the curtains in my stateroom to watch the boat glide past charming towns. The shoreline was a marvelous milieu of mostly modest cottages and the occasional grand château with a manicured lawn that lapped at the water's edge. It's safe to say that I wasn't the only one prompted by the idyllic scenery to wonder about what it would be like to move to the French countryside. Disney magic extended to the final moments of our voyage, where our return to Paris was timed to coincide with the hourly evening illumination of the Eiffel Tower. Getting us as close to the iconic monument as possible prompted everyone on the top deck to duck as we passed beneath Pont Mirabeau. The boat paused in a picturesque spot just before the quarter-scale replica of the Statue of Liberty that resides on the Île aux Cygnes. It was a special moment where the lights from the Eiffel Tower seemed to meld into the effervescent bubbles raised high in unison to toast the conclusion of a memorable adventure. sl For more information visit adventuresbydisney.com.

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Of Note... Animal Instinct

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Clockwise from top left: The Tiger rug from Mineheart ($968; mineheart.com). Monkey table lamp with blue velvet shade from Audenza ($150; audenza.com). Cheval wall sconce from Jonathan Adler ($695; jonathanadler.com). Antelope AX carpet in Cocoa from STARK (starkcarpet.com). Falcon tub chair from Egg Designs ($3,295; eggdesigns.com). Pet Light Purr from Moooi ($523; moooi.com). Limited-edition Dove commemorative sculpture from Michael Aram ($350; michaelaram.com).

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A SLICE OF SWISS Written by Michael John

When the SwissAir flight pulled away from the jet bridge at exactly its scheduled departure time, it was a subtle yet significant indication of the experience that would unfold over the next seven days in Switzerland—absolute precision. Soon after the wheels went up, the multilingual SwissAir staff ’s seamless and stealthy service began. In anticipation of a full itinerary, I took advantage of the lay-flat business class arrangements and prioritized rest for the flight, after dinner and a glass or two of Swiss wine, of course. Upon touching down in this modest and peaceful country, the first stop was the train station in Zürich (Hauptbahnhof ) for a rail trip to the quaint alpine town of Zermatt. Shortly after connections in Bern and Visp, the remarkable efficiency of the Swiss, specifically the train system, became readily apparent. For travelers who appreciate reliable schedules and impeccable timekeeping, it’s difficult to imagine a more dependable mode of transport. Winding through the picturesque countryside, the panoramic glass windows of the clean and quiet first-class cabin afforded unobstructed views of naturally made wonders and impressive feats of human engineering. Upon disembarking in Zermatt, the mountain air was brisk and the golden sun warm. The scene could easily have been a movie set, but this was simply the center of the historic mountaineering town. 40 slmag.net

A tuxedoed chauffer and his beautifully adorned horse and carriage guided a memorable ascension up main street, Bahnhofstrasse, on the way to the iconic Mont Cervin Palace. Shoppers entering and exiting celebrated Swiss boutiques stopped and stared at this special ride. Perhaps it was because of the stylish chariot or because the only other vehicles traveling Zermatt are zeroemission custom-built miniature electric vans assembled nearby. A few moments later the almost-cinematic experience ended upon arrival at the hotel where the director of sales and unofficial town historian, Petra Ellmeier, staged a grand welcome. As I was ushered passed the enchanting fireplace that warmed the discerningly appointed lobby I arrived to my authentic chalet-style suite. The balcony doors were opened so I could behold the breathtaking Matterhorn. This sun-drenched peak pierced the sky, dwarfing dozens of rooftops between my balcony and the hillside. Departing this inviting vista, I strolled the tight cobblestone streets, starting in the old village where 16th century structures built from stone and larch wood timbers were tightly packed together. Every turn gave way to a new vantage point of the glorious Matterhorn, and each bend served up a surprise shot of floral landscapes bursting with color. The civic pride runs deep (or high) in Zermatt, as does a sense of community and stewardship to the planet—each palpable in the random encounters with the guide’s neighbors and friends. As the sun fell behind the mountainside, the chill induced a quick end to the tour.

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Beau Rivage

The warmth of the fire and the rustic refinement of the Mont Cervin Palace awaited. I was ready for a comforting and well-constructed meal and the Grill was superb - the selection of Swiss wines excellent and the wood-fired meats perfect. Maybe it was the long day of travel or Zermatt’s mile-high elevation (5,310 feet above sea level), but the cozy suite beckoned. I ended this surreal day beside a fire crackling, with the moon illuminating this wondrous gem of the Alps. At dawn the beauty of the Matterhorn transformed into a glowing pyramidal peak, as two of its faces caught the sun’s rays before any other corner of this picturesque town. With a long train ride down the mountain and no margin for error in Swiss rail schedules, I made haste to the main station for the next stop, Lausanne. Speeding toward Lake Geneva’s second-largest city provided a visual and unexpected lesson in Swiss winemaking. The train raced along the terraced vineyards of nearby Lavaux, one of only a few UNESCO world heritage vineyards on the planet. For about 20 miles along the lake’s shores, a unique varietal of Chasselas grape grows and is still harvested by hand. This local wine was about to become far more prevalent on the trip. A short taxi ride from Lausanne Station, the Beau-Rivage Palace in Ouchy is a remarkable example of Art Nouveau and Neo-Baroque architectural styles. The historic landmark rose prominently from the manicured grounds amid rare species of flora and fauna. Pauline Lioté, public relations and partnership coordinator, provided a brief reception in the grand lobby. 42 slmag.net

Highly sought lunch reservations awaited, but a tastefully styled suite made it nearly impossible to depart. The inspired and newly renovated room had a palette of calming blues and greens, the mirrored walls reflected the lake beyond a private patio and the upholstered headboard topped a cloud of alluring white linens. The elevator to ground level, one floor below the famed rotundas, led to a veritable hall of fame with images of dignitaries and celebrities who have stayed in this storied place. Café Beau Rivage was another master class in refinement. The floor-to-ceiling windows framed the natural beauty beyond the glass and complemented the enveloping bespoke décor. The coveted corner booth provided a perfect view of the dining room and deftly designed space. Nothing disappointed from that moment on—the baguette, wine, rockfish soup, fresh caught perch. Everything was delectable, down to a signature tart. In the afternoon, the tranquil lakefront path enticed me and I strolled along the water’s edge past charming cottages, striking estates and the rousing Olympic Museum. After only hours in this town and a short hike across the gorgeous grounds of the Capitale Olympique—I knew why the International Olympic Committee has called Lausanne home for more than 100 years. I later meandered the halls and common areas of this Grande Dame hotel on the way to dinner at L´Accademia, an Italiancentric offering just a few steps away at a sister hotel. After I enjoyed inventive takes on classic pasta dishes, I finished the evening with a nightcap at the prestigious BAR.

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Baur au Lac

Early-morning coffee on the breathtaking waterfront balcony and pampering at the hotel’s Spa Cinque Monde greeted the new day. After a relaxing treatment I set off to explore life in the center of town and experience luxury at a different grand hotel, Lausanne Palace, and never lost view of the lake. I made a point to lunch at the bustling Brasserie Grande Chêne, which was reminiscent of a historic Parisian power spot. The green chairs and white tablecloths set against the dark mahogany wood paired perfectly with brass accents. Over Dover sole, pomme frites and more delicious wine from Lavaux, Odile Vogel-Reynaud, director of sales and marketing at Sandoz Foundation Hotels, offered a peek at the famed Coco Chanel suite, overlooking the town with unobstructed views of the water. With Swiss efficiency, after staring at the next destination across the shores of Lake Geneva, a plush railcar whisked me to Zurich. A cobblestone road brimming with boutiques led to the Widder Hotel. This extraordinary enclave was an unexpected departure from previous accommodations: a collection of nine medieval homes combined, restored and reimagined as a modern refuge of historic luxury. This unique lobby and the inviting library showcased a blending of new materials with salvaged architectural elements. 44 slmag.net

The suite exuded more of the same contrasts. Original timber beams topped modern amenities, and vintage wall coverings countered plush leather and state-of-the-art technology. Wood inlay trompe l’oeil detailed doors adorned a maze of hallways back to the lobby. Different species of wood or various types of stone transitioned from one structure to another. This was a technique the architect deployed to distinguished each home. I learned later the ambitious project lasted a decade and required more than 1,000 conservation experts to complete. Surrounding church bells occasionally punctured the silence of the early morning. Next on the agenda was a half-day excursion to a hillside resort on the edge of the Adlisberg forest— the magical Dolder Grand Hotel. The impressive castle-like destination hotel is perched above the waterfront cityscape, and Anna Siroka, director of marketing, awaited at the front entry. The epitome of hospitality since 1899, the Dolder Grand Hotel’s rich history, beautiful natural surroundings and purposeful past were present in each detail. From the iconic architecture to the impressive modern art collection accentuating it, the hotel is an unrivaled oasis. Every aspect of the building was thoughtful,

Widder Hotel

Dolder Grand

Widder Hotel

and each element felt measured. This gorgeous sanctuary was carefully restored in 2008 to achieve today’s highest standards. The Saltz restaurant’s creative cuisine has been honored with 14 GaultMillau points. The space, designed by Rolf Sachs, emanates a unique atmosphere full of color and clean lines. The bright blue banquettes and the punching red neon light installation directed attention to grand windows with views of a sprawling landscape beyond. Siroka recommended her favorites from the menu and recounted the rich history of this hillside treasure. The cauliflower froth soup and patiently cooked black cod were delightful. Precisely chilled Swiss wines were refreshing. No trip to the Dolder Grand is complete without a visit to the 43,000-square-foot spa, boasting an aqua zone, with a swimming pool, mixed sauna, steam bath, spa, whirlpool terrace, samarium, library, fitness area and relaxation room. After a 60-minute organic facial and a tote full of Amala products, I began to make my way back down the road to Zurich. Baur au Lac Hotel, the next and final stop of the trip, is just off the water’s edge, where main street, Baunhofstrasse, meets Lake Geneva. This 175-year-old palace sparkled in the sun and

its private gardens dazzled against quiet canals, producing an atmosphere that seemed miles away from Zurich’s busier districts, while sitting merely steps from it all. Le Hall is the renowned and romantic social epicenter of this building. The glass dome and indoor foliage added to the idyllic space for libations and conversation. Three hours disappeared over canapés and tea, then hors d’oeuvres and cocktails. Afternoon turned to evening, and I prepared for one last slice of Switzerland. The eponymous Baur’s is the town’s newest hot spot. This scene maker certainly did not disappoint, and the kitchen turned out hit after hit. The only thing as enjoyable as the food was the engaging company, Christiane Lanz, head of corporate office for Swiss Deluxe Hotel and of course two (alright, maybe three) chilled glasses of that crisp Swiss wine. Satisfied on several levels, I retired to the room for one last night along the shores of Lake Geneva. The morning came sooner than I would have preferred, but with more memories (and meals) than most could possibly imagine, I made my way from Le Terrace for coffee and croissants to Zurich’s main station for one final, impeccably timed train ride. This time it would be to the airport. sl

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THE VINES THAT BIND The legendary legacy of Grgich Hills is a family affair. Written by Chloe Gellar / Photos courtesy of Grgich Hills Estate If not for a lone reporter who turned up to the now-legendary "Judgement of Paris" in 1976, Miljenko "Mike" Grgich's career might have taken a very different trajectory. The resulting article in Time Magazine by rookie reporter George Taber detailed how wine from two California upstartsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;a 1973 Chateau Montelena Chardonnay made by Grgich, and Warren Winiarski's 1973 Stag's Leap Cabernet Sauvignonâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;bested France's finest wines. Awarded 132 points by the vaunted French judges, Grgich's Chardonnay earned the highest total score of any of the wines, red or white, in the tasting. It wasn't until a reporter from the New York Times called Grgich for a follow-up story did he learn of his remarkable achievement. The victory was the culmination of Grgich's indefatigable work ethic and constant quest for knowledge to improve his craft. The youngest of 11 children, Mike was born in Desne, Croatia in 1923, becoming part of a family with a long legacy of growing grapes and making wine. He recounts that his first taste of wine came around the age of two-and-a-half, when his mother weaned him from breastmilk to a combination of water and wine, a common practice in areas where water was often scarce and its potability questionable. 46 slmag.net

While studying enology and viticulture at the University of Zagreb in communist-controlled Croatia, Mike had a professor remark in confidence that California was a winemaker's paradise. Inspired by this vision and knowing that he could not realize his potential as a winemaker under communist rule, Mike took $32 he'd saved up over a decade and had a cobbler make a false bottom for his shoes to prevent the foreign currency from being confiscated at the border. He arrived in Canada in 1954 and made it to the Napa Valley four years later with just a single small suitcase filled with agriculture and winemaking books. A symbol of his impact on the world of wine, Mike's portmanteau went on to be part of an exhibition at the Smithsonian Institution. Taking his father's advice to heart that knowledge is more valuable than property, as soon as he arrived in Napa, Mike sought out the most respected winemakers of the era. His mentors included Lee Stewart, founder of Souverain Winery, and legendary Russian winemaker AndrĂŠ Tchelistcheff. Mike made his first Cabernet for Robert Mondavi in 1969 and joined Chateau Montelena as a winemaker and limited partner in 1972.

Miljenko "Mike" Grgich, Violet Grgich, and Ivo Jeramaz

Riding the fortuitous headwind provided by the historic win at the Paris tarting, Grgich partnered with Austin Hills of the Hills Bros. Coffee Company to break ground on Grgich Hills Cellars on July 4, 1977. Mike specifically chose that date as a celebration of freedom, independence, and his realization of the American Dream. Proving that he wasn't a one-hit-wonder as a winemaker, Mike's first bottling under the Grgich label, a 1977 Chardonnay, bested 221 entrants from around the world at 1980's "Great Chicago Chardonnay Showdown." In 2007 Grgich Hills became entirely estate grown and changed its name to Grgich Hills Estate. Today, there are five distinct vineyards spread out over 366 acres. The winery is solarpowered, and the vineyards are certified organic. This is a point of pride for Mike, his daughter Violet, who serves as president of the family business, and Mike's nephew and winemaker Ivo Jeramaz, who came to Napa from Croatia in 1986. Both Violet and Ivo worked their way up the ladder of responsibilityâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Violet starting on the bottling line and Ivo washing barrelsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;to attain their respective leadership roles in the family business.

Continuing the Grgich legacy is of paramount importance to the family, and Ivo continues the Old World-style and foodfriendly approach to winemaking implemented by Mike. At Grgich Hills, the grape grower is also the winemaker. This intimate level of ground-to-glass involvement is crucial to Ivo, who says that it is the quality of the vineyard that ultimately determines the quality of the wine. "There is only so much you can do in the cellar," he explained. Grgich Hills wines are characterized by no malolactic fermentation, which imparts bright acidity that provides structure and stimulates the palate. Provenance plays a role in the enduring popularity of Grgich Hills Estate Chardonnay, which is widely accessible, along with their Zinfandel, Fume Blanc, and Cabernet. However, a visit to their Rutherford tasting room is a must to sample Miljenko's Selections and their Legacy bottlings. Memorable among the latter is a Paris Tasting Commemorative Chardonnay, which showcases the Wente clone, Grgich Hill's oldest block of Chardonnay, planted in 1989. Its vibrancy is a taste of history in a glass. sl

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Bibliotaph... Hedge Fun

Compiled by Victoria Chase Capitalizing on current trends to live smaller and with less stuff, garden designer Isa Hendry Eaton and lifestyle writer Jennifer Blaise Kramer outline sound design principles demonstrating how to create a compact yet elegant and exciting outdoor living space for entertaining or relaxing. Isa Hendry Eaton and Jennifer Blaise Kramer—Small Garden Style: A Design Guide for Outdoor Rooms and Containers— hardcover, 192 pages, Ten Speed Press (crownpublishing.com) This hefty, large-format tome features more than 550 detailed quill-pen illustrations of 212 tree species, each drawn to a scale of 1:100. First published in 1982, and out of print for two decades, this is the first English-language edition of a study by Italian architects Cesare Leonardi and Franca Stagi that took more than twenty years to complete. Cesare Leonardi and Franca Stagi—The Architecture of Trees— hardcover, 424 pages, Princeton Architectural Press (papress.com) A passionate edible gardener and locavore advocate, Jack Staub takes readers on an intimate tour of more than twenty stunning private gardens in Virginia, New York, Connecticut, Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Massachusetts. Jack Staub (writer) and Rob Cardillo (photographer)— Private Edens: Beautiful Country Gardens— hardcover, 256 pages, Gibbs Smith (gibbs-smith.com)

The thirty gardens profiled encompass everything from grandiose displays at Versailles to a tiny terrace in the Marais. Zahid Sardar (writer) and Marion Brenner (photographer)—In & Out Paris: Gardens of Secret Delights—hardcover, 264 pages, Gibbs Smith (gibbs-smith.com)

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bib 'li' o 'taph, [bib-lee-uhtaf, -tahf ]: a person who caches or hoards books Editor Carl Dellatore's compilation of essays by foremost garden designers working in the present era presents a comprehensive education on all facets of creating a garden. Ample photography accompanying each designer's article makes this an impactful visual reference book. Carl Dellatore (editor)—Garden Design Master Class: 100 Lessons from The World's Finest Designers on the Art of the Garden—hardcover, 288 pages, Rizzoli (rizzoliusa.com)

Designed by Michael Van Valkenburg, the intimate walled Monk's Garden at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston is notable for its meandering paths through a dreamlike woodland. In his own words, the prominent landscape architect shares the background of the Monk's Garden, focusing on the experimental nature of the design, along with the uniqueness of working on a small scale within a broader historical and cultural context. Michael Van Valkenburg— Designing A Garden—hardcover, 208 pages, The Monacelli Press (monacellipress.com)

A testament to his global popularity, books by Israeli author Meir Shalev are published in more than twentyfive languages. In this colorfully illustrated book, Shalev shares his deep appreciation for his beloved garden, situated on the perimeter of Israel's Jezreel Valley, which he writes is, "neither neatly organized nor well kept." Meir Shalev—My Wild Garden: Notes from a Writer's Eden— hardcover, 304 pages, Schrocken Press, (penguinrandomhouse.com) In addition to commissions from some of the world's most famous fashion houses and well-known brands in tech and spirits, Olaf Hajek's illustrations have also appeared in The New Yorker, Rolling Stone, GQ, and Architectural Digest, among others. Here he lends his formidable talents to educating children about the health benefits of flowers. Christine Paxmann (writer), Olaf Hajek (illustrator)—Flower Power: The Magic of Nature's Healers— hardcover, 40 pages, Prestel Junior (penguinrandomhouse.com) Bestselling author, flower farmer, and floral designer Erin Benzakein offers advice on every phase of working with cut flowers plucked from your own garden or purchased at the market. The twenty-five how-to projects encompass everything from eye-popping centerpieces to festive wreaths. Erin Benzakein, Chris Benzakein, Jill Jorgensen, and Julie Chai—Floret Farm's A Year In Flowers: Designing Gorgeous Arrangements for Every Season—hardcover, 312 pages, Chronicle Books (chroniclebooks.com)

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OVER THE MOON(stone) Compiled by Bridget Williams

Boasting an internal structure that scatters light as strikes it (an optical phenomenon known as adularescence), it is not hard to fathom why Hindu mythology refers to moonstone as solidified moonbeams. Because of its lunar link, lore and legend have long ascribed moonstone with many helpful and healing attributes. Whether you are looking for a celestial boost or simply prefer the stone's ethereal aesthetic, these of-the-moment moonstone adornments certainly fit the bill. 50 slmag.net

Clockwise from top left opposite page: Pamela Zamore sterling silver Lotus necklace with moonstone ($145; pamelazamore.com). Kassandra Nicholson Jewelry moonstone pendant ($910; kassandranicholson.com). Adel Chefridi rectangle moonstone pendant in 18K yellow gold ($5,185; chefridi.com). Elizabeth Locke "Farnese" link necklace ($17,575) and cerulean Venetian glass intaglio and moonstone pendant ($6,200; elizabethlocke.com). Ara Vartanian moonstone and diamond ring ($5,700; aravartanian.com). Mary MacGill one-of-a-kind moonstone "Form" cuff ($2,100; marymacgill.com). Rush Jewelry Designs "Draper" ring with moonstone and lapis in 18K yellow gold ($6,750; rushjewelrydesign.com). LMJ "My Colorful Legacy" pearl and moonstone open ring in 14K yellow gold-plated sterling silver ($369; luvmyjewelry.com). David Yurman Solari 18K gold bead bracelet with white moonstone ($1,350; davidyurman.com). Rush Jewelry Design "Kinetic" moonstone earrings ($4,200; rushjewelrydesign.com). Diamond and moonstone "Gala" chandelier earrings from Mindi Mond New York (price upon request; mindimondny.com). Brent Neale earrings with malachite "vase" and amethyst, citrine, natural red coral, mother-of-pearl, and moonstone "flowers" ($12,150; brentneale.com) Opposite page: Omi PrivĂŠ moonstone, aquamarine, and diamond ring ($14,000; omiprive.com).

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Of Note... Raising Cane

Compiled by Colin Dennis

Clockwise from top left: Sunnylands Palm wallpaper in Onyx from Wallshoppe ($149/roll; wallshoppe.com). Evers woven sea grass pendant from Arteriors ($780; arteriorshome.com). Boffi LUI 5/A caned armchair with gold leaf ($6,848; 1stdibs.com). Beauvier French cane bed from Frontgate (from $2,399; frontgate.com). Cane I Join You dining chair from Caracole ($866; caracole.com). AERIN cane coaster set ($250; aerin.com).

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Interior designer Bobby Berk with pieces from his collection for A.R.T. Furniture. Woven cane detailing is found on the Moller dining chairs and the Bauer cabinet. (arthomefurnishings.com)

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MAKING WAVES Fisker debuts its Ocean all-electric SUV Written by Andre James “Our mission is to become the number-one e-mobility service provider on Earth, featuring the world’s most desirable and sustainable vehicles while shaking up the old automotive industry model,” said Henrik Fisker, chairman and CEO of Fisker Inc. The California-based automotive company made a splash with the world debut of their Ocean all-electric SUV at the recent Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. Paying homage to the brand’s roots, Fisker exhibited the Ocean’s California Mode, a standard feature across all option packages except for the base model. With the touch of a button, nine glass windows/panels lower to create an airy feeling while maintaining the full “roll cage” safety structure around passengers. The Ocean’s standard four-wheel drive configuration will deliver an output of more than 225 kilowatts (300+ horsepower), with an ultra-high performance version targeting the zero-to -60 mph sprint in less than three seconds. The +80 kWh capacity battery provides a range of up to 300 miles. Electrify America’s 150 kW chargers can charge capable vehicles up to 20 miles per minute. A full-length solar roof supports the car’s electric power source; the company reports that solar energy could contribute as many as 1,000 free miles annually. Inside the cabin, a state-of-the-art heads-up display integrated into the windshield accompanies a sizeable 16-inch 54 slmag.net

center touch screen and a 9.8-inch cluster screen. Sustainable features include carpeting made from abandoned fishing net waste and vegan and eco-suede surfaces. The company has pledged to utilize discarded rubber waste generated during tire manufacturing to prevent it from being sent to landfills. The Fisker mobile app and website are central to the company’s interaction with consumers. A $250 reservation covers either the full purchase option or the flexible lease program. In advance of the first high-volume deliveries projected for 2022, customers will receive exclusive invites to Fisker experience centers and test-drives. Multiple industry firsts have arrived with the Fisker app to create an innovative customer experience, from a flexible lease program, maintenance and repair on demand, insurance purchase to simplified finance options. Fisker says that in the future, the mobile app platform may also include mobility options like green ride-hailing, carpooling, and vehicle sharing. “As the world’s first all-digital car company, we’re humbled and delighted at the overwhelmingly positive response to the Fisker Ocean,” remarked Fisker. “In addition, we look forward to sharing more developments on the Fisker Ocean with the world soon, including the first public footage of the full production-intent prototype’s road tests – showcasing the durability and readiness of the vehicle’s fully-engineered platform.” sl For more information, visit fiskerinc.com.

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ORGANIC CHEMISTRY

Like bears to honey, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re sweet on these fine jewelry and accessory pieces that draw inspiration from the natural world. Compiled by Bridget Williams

Clockwise from top left this page: Ruchi New York Butterfly brooch set with slice diamonds and round diamonds (price upon request; ruchinewyork.com). Sylva & Cie 18K yellow gold, diamond and ruby earrings ($5,250; sylvacie.com). 18K Resting Bee ring from Temple St. Clair ($1,950; templestclair.com). Tabbah Reptilia two-finger rose gold and diamond ring (price upon request; tabbah.com). Edward Avedis leaf earrings (price upon request; edwardavedis.com).

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Clockwise from top left this page: Pamela Love Aegean pendant necklace ($210; pamelalove.com). Van Cleef & Arpels Lucky Animals Lion clip ($8,050; vancleefarpels.com). Laura Caspi articulated Lobster necklace with black diamonds ($1,475; lauracaspi.com). Bibi van der Velden Bear necklace carved from 60,000-year-old mammoth tusk ($4,133; bibivandervelden.com). Kassandra Nicholson Jewelry Wave pendant in 14K yellow gold ($620; kassandranicholson.com). Vacheron Constantin Les Cabinotiers Minute Repeater Tourbillon â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Four Seasons, Summer (price upon request; vacheron-constantin.com). Monkeydeo sardonyx shell cameo earrings with tsavorites from AMEDEO ($7,500; amedeo. shop/). From Piaget, this limited-edition timepiece with diamond bezel and cloisonnĂŠ enamel dial, commemorates the Year of the Rat (piaget.com). Nicole Rose Jewelry baguette and round diamond Large Flower earrings ($5,995; nicolerosejewelry.com).

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BUZZWORTHY

What caught our eye at the Consumer Electronics Show Compiled by Andre James and Bridget Williams

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One of the largest gatherings for those who thrive on the business of consumer technologies, the 2020 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas this past January drew more than 4,500 exhibiting companies and 175,000 attendees, representing 160 countries. First held in New York City in 1967, some 700,000 products have been launched at the show in the ensuing decades. From the VCR in 1970 to this year, where Tokyo debuted plans for a "Woven City" at the base of Mount Fuji, technology continues to evolve at breakneck speed. With 2.9-million-square-feet of companies vying for our attention, for our CES roundup, we eschewed the outlandish in favor of technology most likely to make it into daily life.

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Crescent speaker

CookingPal Julia

WHAT'S COOKING CookingPal Julia is an intelligent autonomous cooking system. Its voice-enabled tablet suggests meals and provides step-by-step recipe guidance and works in tandem with a Smart Kitchen Appliance that handles every element of prepping a meal, from chopping and kneading to stirring and steaming. It even cleans up after itself! With a built-in camera and AI food recognition capabilities, it can suggest what to make based on what you have. Available in late 2020, Julia is expected to retail for under $1,000 (cookingpal.com). The Kitchen Hub from GE Appliances is a first-of-itskind, over-the-range interactive smart kitchen and ventilation system. The second-generation iteration includes a built-in microwave with a camera inside that syncs with AI computer vision cooking technology, to create a cutting-edge digital cooking experience. Available in late 2020, pricing is yet to be announced (geappliances.com). Drinking beverages from plastic bottles uses up to 32 times more greenhouse gas emissions than drinking from your tap. Designed to eliminate single-use plastic bottles, the Rocean One is a stylish countertop device that filters, flavors,

GE Appliances Kitchen Hub

and carbonates water directly from the tap. You can sign up for the waitlist at rocean.com. For Weber's debut at CES, the barbecue grill brand showcased its Weber Connect Smart Grilling Hub. This firstof-its-kind grilling assistant sends notifications directly to a smartphone on everything from grill set up, to when food is ready to flip, serve, and eat ($130; weber.com) SOUND DECISIONS Upstart Cleer Audio is challenging the notion of boxy sounders with its Crescent range, an array of eight custom 40mm full-range drivers, and two 3.3" subwoofers (cleeraudio.com). Altec Lansing unveiled new speaker models for its line of Everything-Proof Bluetooth speakers. "Play Your Way" technology allows users to play the device vertically, for true 360 omnidirectional sound, or horizontally, for front-facing stereo sound (from $40; alteclansing.com). AfterShokz showcased bone conduction headphones. Their military-grade technology keeps the eardrum open to ambient noise, giving the wearer situational awareness that traditional headphones lack (from $80; aftershokz.com).

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FIT BITS Technology is often blamed for making us sedentary. At CES, it had big plans to get us to move more and keep us apprised of our health stats with noninvasive wearable tech. Circular is a lightweight, seamless, and comfortable hybrid smart ring with interchangeable shells that uses cross-correlation, precise captors, and machine learning for laboratory-level accuracy. It has six features, an artificial assistant and an intuitive mobile app that analyzes users' day and night data for personalized wellness suggestions. Amazfit HomeStudio is a connected fitness treadmill mated with a 43" HD screen (called the GLASS), and surround-sound JBL speakers to provide an immersive and highly personal boutique fitness experience. Amazfit HomeStudio utilizes AI-powered computer vision to detect and help correct form (pricing yet to be announced; en.amazfit.com). Withings ScanWatch is the world's first clinically validated hybrid smartwatch to detect both risks of AFib and sleep apnea â&#x20AC;&#x201C; all from the wrist (from $249; withings.com). Tonal is a sleekly designed, at-home workout machine that combines cutting edge tech with personalized, expert-led fitness programs. Tonal's AI. Coach software is intuitive and learns from users to adapt guidance in real-time and provide a highlypersonalized workout ($2,995; Tonal.com). 60 slmag.net

Power Plate demoed their new Power Plate MOVE. This lightweight and portable vibration trainer boasts a large platform area and six variable frequency modes to accommodate exercises from weight training to HIIT workouts ($2,995; powerplate.com). The Muse S meditation headband utilizes passive advanced signal processing used by neuroscience researchers to interpret mental activity. Working in tandem with the Muse Meditation app, once you've finished your session, you can access real-time data to track your progress ($210; choosemuse.com). SEE THE LIGHT Developed by Mark Zuckerberg for his wife, the zLight functions as a sleep box that emits a faint light at a set time to let you know whether it's time to get up or fall back asleep. zLight can also be used as an audio sound system, a minimalistic wireless charger, and an environment controller with temperature, humidity, and CO2 sensors to guarantee top air quality in any bedroom. (preorder at indiegogo.com). The Nanoleaf Learning Series includes hexagon-shaped Unified Light Panels, the first-ever modular smart lights with shape interconnectivity. Available in summer 2020 (nanoleaf.me) LIFX Filament represents the growing trend towards vintage Edison-type smart lights. Available in smoky, amber and clear glass versions, the bulbs support all voice assistants, cloud connectivity and remote on/off and dimming functionality (lifx.com).

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Manta5 Hydrofoil eBike LG Signature OLED 8K TV

InFocus 4K HDR smart TV

SpotOn

Y-Brush The W81 series from Skyworth

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Brunswick SLX-R 400e Outboard

SEA WORTHY Brunswick unveiled its SLX-R 400e Outboard. The "e" designates a first-of-its-kind boat electrification feature—the Fathom e-Power system. Developed by Brunswick, the high-capacity lithium-ion battery pack with an intuitive power management system is capable of powering all of the boat's accessory systems to enjoy a longer, quieter, and more eco-friendly day on the water. The Manta5 Hydrofoil eBike replicates the intuitive cycling experience on water using carbon fiber foils (the wings) and a fully waterproof eBike battery and motor. With variable pedal assist, cyclists can reach speeds of up to 12 mph ($7,495; manta5.com) Waydoo took the wraps off of its updated e-Foil "flying surfboard." The carbon-fiber Waydoo Flyer has a 6,000W battery that gives users a steady ride of up to 75 minutes on a full charge and a top speed of 28mph. It's controlled by a wireless Bluetooth hand-held controller with five-speed and proficiency modes ($6,495; waydootech.com). DOGGONE SMART SpotOn Virtual Fence gives dogs the freedom to be dogs and owners the peace of mind to let them. The only genuinely wireless containment solution, SpotOn replaces buried wires and base stations with GPS technology. Simply use the collar to walk a perimeter anywhere, creating an instant containment area. SpotOn's satellite tracking notifies owners via the phone app when a dog leaves the area and allows them to locate their dog in realtime with turn-by-turn directions (spotoncollar.com). ABOUT FACE Opte from P&G Ventures scans, detects, and corrects hyper-pigmentation with precision application of an Optimizing Serum that reduces the appearance of spots over time. Join the waitlist at opteskin.com.

IONIQ showcased the first smart skincare sprayer. Using magnetic skin technology, users can spray skincare products, such as sunscreen, onto their whole body without the need to rub-it-in. The product is scheduled to launch in June 2020 (ioniqskin.com) Y-Brush, an auto-cleaning electronic toothbrush, claims to simultaneously deep-clean all of your teeth in just 10 seconds using sonic vibration technology (from $125; us.y-brush.com). WATCH LIST The W81 series from Skyworth, China's leading TV brand, created quite a stir with their paper-thin OLED TV (4.6mm at its slimmest point) in 65" and 77". The screen seamlessly attaches to the wall with help from a powerful magnetic fixture and an invisible wall mount for added stability (from $3,599; skyworthusa.com) Infinity announced a new line of InFocus 4K HDR smart TV with a slim, frameless infinity screen. They will be available in retail stores across the US in March (infocustvs.com). Eight of the 13 TVs on display at the LG booth were Real 8K TV models. A new Filmmaker Mode disables certain postprocessing effects while preserving correct aspect ratios, colors and frame rates to faithfully replicate the original vision of the director (lg.com). Samsung growing its portfolio of Lifestyle TVs with an expanded rollout of The Sero. The Sero, which means “vertical” in Korean, has the ability to pivot between horizontal and vertical orientations – just like a smartphone or tablet. Following its initial rollout in South Korea last year, Samsung is set to expand The Sero’s availability to several global markets in 2020 (Samsung.com).

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Lingolet

Toto Flotation Tub

Dux Element

NOT LOST IN TRANSLATION The Lingolet One is an industry-first smart translation device offering both AI-based machine translation between 12 languages in near real-time with 97% accuracy and on-demand human interpretation service (starting at $59 on amazon.com) CONNECTED DISCONNECTION TOTO's Flotation Tub simulates zero gravity by eliminating the mechanical energy/ load on joints. The experience is enhanced by specialized massage jets that produce a therapeutic flow of warm air bubbles ($18,799; totousa.com). Swedish luxury bedmaker DUX launched its new Element bed. Its DUX Smart Module encompasses an integrated 64 slmag.net

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Bluetooth and Wi-Fi enabled speaker that is Amazon Alexa compatible. Users can tap into their home's IoT system to play music and make other adjustments to create an optimal sleep environment (duxiana.com). SOMETHING TO WINE ABOUT Designed for the serious wine enthusiast and collection, the WineStation Cellar combined the powerful WineStation Intelligent Dispensing System with a high capacity wine cooler, allowing collectors to keep their stored wines in pristine condition for years to come. Able to store up to 80 bottles in a temperature-controlled environment, an argon gas preservation system can keep open bottles fresh for 60 days inside the unit and 14 days outside (napatechnology.com). sl

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BARCELONA German Village’s Barcelona is a delicious and immersive Spanish dining experience. They offer a wide range of Mediterranian dishes and drinks, but their paella is a customer favorite. Barcelona is closed during the shutdown, but you can support them by purchasing a gift card as an “Instagift” on their website, barcelonacolumbus.com or directly through instagift.com. Barcelona Paella Cook time 23 minutes Ingredients Greased Paella pan Stock or starchy water - 9 oz Calasparra rice - 1 cup Diced Paprika Marinated Chicken - 1/2 cup Saffron Sofrito - 1/2 cup Mussels - 5 Paprika Marinated Shrimp - 3 Clams - 2 Fresh Peas - 1/3 cup Sliced Piquillo peppers - 1/3 cup Sliced Chorizo - 1/4 cup Calamari - 1/4 cup Sliced Scallions - 1 pinch Lemon wedge - 1 Salt - 11/2 tsp Black pepper - 1 tsp

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1. Add the Calasparra rice, seasoning, sofrito, stock or starchy water, chicken, chorizo, piquillo peppers, and clams into the pan and mix evenly. Over a high adjustable flame bring the mix to a very gentle boil, then cut the heat down to medium or a bare simmer. It is easy to burn rice, so take extra care with the heat. 2. In about 14 minutes, disturbing the pan as little as possible, the paella will begin taking shape. As the liquid evaporates, and the rice absorbs all it can and rises to the top, the bubbles and popping will naturally become more aggressive. As this happens it is good to further reduce the heat a touch at a time. 3. At the end of 14 minutes 80% of the liquid will be reduced or absorbed and the famous socarrat will have begun forming on the bottom. Turn off the fire. Probe gently with tongs; the rice should feel as if its sticking to the bottom firmly but not completely (this can take practice). Quickly add the peas, mussels, shrimp, and calamari on top without stirring. 4. Place in a 425 degree convection oven, high fan, for 5-6 minutes. For a conventional oven bring the temperature up to 450 and cook for 7-9 minutes. 5. Remove from the oven, add sliced scallions and lemon wedge, let rest for a few minutes and enjoy!

CAMERON MITCHELL RESTAURANTS The Cameron Mitchell Restaurant Group owns some of Columbus’ most loved and acclaimed restaurants, including Mitchell’s Ocean Club, Lincoln Social Rooftop, and Hudson 29. Though these favorites are closed during the shutdown, we are excited to share Executive Corporate Chef Brian Hinshaw’s family favorite Deep Dish Pizza recipe. You can support Cameron Mitchell Restaurants by purchasing a gift card at cameronmitchell.com. Deep Dish Pizza Prep time about 20 minutes Cook time about 25 minutes Rise time about 60 minutes Ingredients DOUGH Warm Water - 3/4 cup and 2 tbls. (112 degrees - any hotter will kill the yeast) Dry Active Yeast - 1 tsp Honey - 1 tsp All-Purpose Flour - 2.5 cups Kosher Salt - 1.5 tsp EVOO (extra virgin olive oil) - 1/2 cup TOPPINGS (select the topics you like on your pizza) Pizza Sauce - 1/2 cup Shredded Pizza Cheese - 1/2 cup Pepperoni - 20-30 pieces Banana pepper rings as needed Sliced white onion if you like

1. In the bowl of a small mixer combine water, yeast, honey. Stir and let bloom 3 minutes. 2. Add half the flour, salt and 1/4 cup EVOO. Mix on low until combined then add remaining flour. Do not over mix. 3. Mix about 5 minutes or until dough is smooth. If it is too sticky, add more flour. 4. Transfer to a lightly oiled stainless bowl, cover with plastic wrap and let stand in a warm place until it doubles in size. 5. Coat a 9” by 13” glass pan with EVOO. Stretch dough to fit the pan. Preheat oven to 450 degrees 6. Brush dough with EVOO sprinkle with salt & top with pizza sauce. 7. Sprinkle with pizza cheese, and additional toppings. 8. Bake until brown approximately 20-30 minutes. 9. Remove from oven and let cool a little then cut and enjoy (Sprinkle with red chili flakes and fresh Parmesan cheese if you like.)

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LINDEY’S Lindey’s is a German Village landmark. Their famous patio has earned them a place in the Top 100 Outdoor Restaurants in America, and their menu screams sophistication. Although we would rather be taking a seat on the patio, Lindey’s is offering curbside and delivery Monday to Sunday, 11am to 9pm until they can reopen the dining room. To order, call 614.228.4343. To purchase a gift card, visit lindeys.com/. Lindey’s Famous Shrimp Angel at Home Ingredients Jumbo Shrimp - 5 - 8 Seasoning, Blackened/Cajun - 4 tbsp Olive oil - 2 oz Heavy Cream - 6 oz Butter, unsalted - 3 tbsp Angel Hair pasta - 7 oz cooked Scallions - ½ bunch

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1. Coat shrimp in blackening seasoning 2. In sauté pan over high heat add oil and sear shrimp on both sides. Reduce heat to medium. 3. Add heavy cream to the pan allow to begin to bubble, reduce. 4. Add butter and 2 Tbsp Cajun seasoning to pan and stir to incorporate 5. Cook Angel Hair Pasta in boiling water until al dente. Drain and place in sauté pan, toss to coat pasta 6. Mound pasta in center of a large bowl 7. Pour over remaining sauce and top with a sprinkle of scallions.

GHOSTWRITER PUBLIC HOUSE Johnstown’s Ghostwriter Public House offers a modern classic American dining experience. The menu has a plethora of classic midwestern comfort foods, like Ohio-milled cornbread and “Japanese Style” crispy fried chicken. Support Ghostwriter Public House during the shutdown by ordering carryout or purchasing a gift card at ghostwriterph.com. Deviled Eggs Ingredients EGGS Eggs (preferably farm fresh, we use Copia Farms) - 6 each Mayonnaise (Duke’s brand is the best!) - 4 tbsp Dijon Mustard - 1 tbsp Dry Mustard - 1 tsp Sherry Vinegar - 1 tsp Pinch of Salt Speck or Prosciutto (crispy bacon would be a tasty substitution as well) as needed Smoked Paprika as needed Fresh Chives, chopped as needed

1. In small pot on stove, bring water to boil. Carefully lower eggs into water, and boil for 14 minutes. Remove from water and shock in ice water for 10 minutes. Remove shells, split eggs in half, remove yolks and set aside. Rinse whites in water until clean and set aside. 2. In a mixing bowl, mash egg yolks and add all other ingredients, and whisk together until smooth 3. Spoon or pipe (in a cake icing bag) into the whites, and set aside 4. Either by hand, or in a food processor, rough chop pickles, and peppers. 5. Place in bowl and stir in honey, mustard, and salt. Set aside. Will keep indefinitely in refrigerator. 6. Plate eggs, place about ½ tsp of pickle relish on top of filled eggs, place thin bite sized slice of speck, and then sprinkle with paprika and chives.

PICKLE RELISH Sweet and Spicy Pickles - 1 cup Peppadew Peppers (available at most Olive/Pepper Bars at grocery) - ¼ cup Whole Grain Mustard - 2 tsp Honey - 1 tbsp Pinch of salt

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JEFF RUBY’S STEAKHOUSE Jeff Ruby’s Steakhouse, located downtown on Nationwide Boulevard, offers an upscale American dining experience. During the shutdown, Jeff Ruby’s has suspended all operation, but you can support this local favorite through purchasing gift cards at jeffruby.com/columbus. Until you can dine at Jeff Ruby’s again, try their delicious recipe for salmon and Spanish lentils. Herb Roasted Salmon With Spring Carrots; Spanish Lentils Ingredients LENTILS Extra virgin olive oil - 1 tbsp Diced yellow onion - 1/2 cup Diced carrot - 1/3 cup Diced celery - 1/3 cup Garlic, crushed - 1 clove Cured Chorizo, diced - 1/4 cup Dried lentils, rinsed - 1 cup Dried oregano - 1/2 tsp Smoked paprika - 1/2 tsp Kosher salt - 2 tsp Bay leaves - 2 Water - 13/4 cup Freshly ground black pepper *if you can’t find chorizo, use bacon. Both are smoky and delicious! Lentils can also be hard to find. You can use farro, quinoa, brown rice, etc. Follow instructions on package, but use an extra ½ cup of liquid.

CARROTS Carrots, peeled - 1lb Thyme - 1 sprig Extra virgin olive oil - 2 tbsp Cumin - 1 tsp Smoked paprika - 1/2 tsp Kosher salt - 2 tsp Sherry vinegar - 1 tsp Freshly ground black pepper SALMON Salmon, pin bones removed, skin-off - 2 6-8oz pieces Salt; Black pepper, to taste Canola Oil - 1 tbsp mixed fresh and dried herbs* - 2 tbsp Zest from ½ lemon + wedges cut for garnish *such as parsley, thyme, rosemary, chives, oregano, herbs de provence

LENTILS 1. In a medium saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. 2. Add onion, carrot, celery, and garlic. Sweat until softened and fragrant, around three minutes. Add chorizo, dried herbs, and seasonings. Sweat another minute. 3. Stir in lentils and water. 4. Cover, turn heat to low, and simmer until lentils are tender, 25-30 minutes. Can be made days in advance and reheated. CARROTS 1. Preheat the oven to 425. 2. Roughly cut carrots into evenly sized pieces. Place in a bowl and toss with thyme, one 3. tablespoon of oil, cumin, paprika, and salt. 4. Spread onto a foil lined baking sheet. Roast carrots until easily pierced with a fork, 10-15 5. minutes depending on how big they are cut. 6. Meanwhile, combine remaining oil, vinegar, honey, and freshly cracked pepper in a small bowl. 7. Remove carrots from the oven. Drizzle with oil/vinegar mixture, tossing gently to coat. 8. Keep warm or briefly place back in the oven before serving. SALMON 1. Leave oven on 425 (Salmon and carrots can be done at same time). 2. Mix chopped herbs with lemon zest. 3. Season both sides of salmon with salt and pepper. 4. Heat oil in a saute pan over high heat until just beginning to smoke. 5. Sear salmon, skin side up, until golden brown, around one minute. 6. Remove from heat. Carefully flip salmon, tilting pan away from you to reduce chances of oil splashing. 7. Spoon a little of the cooking oil on top of the salmon, then crust evenly with herb mix. 8. Gently spoon cooking oil on top again, which will wake-up the herbs and get them to stick. 9. Place pan in the oven, cooking until desired doneness, around five minutes for medium. 10. You should have a little extra herbs - stir into the cooked lentils before serving! 11. Remove from the pan. Serve above stewed lentils and roasted carrots. 12. Garnish with lemon and sea salt.

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FREEDOM A LA CART Freedom a la Cart is a nonprofit catering company with offices and a production kitchen on Arlington Center Bolouvard that employs human trafficking survivors. To keep serving our community during the outbreak, Freedom a la Cart has established “Nourish our Community,” a program that allows individuals/organizations to purchase tasty simplified sack lunches to hand out to the community. To order these lunches, contact Freedom a la Cart at order@ freedomalacart.org or 614.992.3252. To donate to the “Nourish our Community” fund, visit freedomalacart.org/donate-now. 9" Bacon, Scallion and Cheddar Quiche Ingredients PIE DOUGH All Purpose Flour - 1 cup Sugar - 1/2 tsp Salt - 1/8 tsp Butter (cold) - 4 oz Cold Water - 3 tbsp FILLING Cooked Bacon - 5 Slices Scallions, diced - 3 Cheddar Cheese, grated - 1 Cup Eggs - 5 Heavy Cream - 16 oz Salt - 1/2 tsp

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1. Place flour, sugar, salt in a large bowl. Cut cold butter into small cubes and add to the bowl and coat with the flour. Break the butter up with your fingertips till butter is pea size. Add cold water till the dough comes together. 2. Chill dough for 30 minutes 3. After the dough is chilled, dust your work surface and dough with flour. Take a rolling pin and roll dough out into a round circle about 1/4" thick and 13" circle. Place the round pie dough into a 9" dish. Press pie dough into the pan making sure the dough is fairly even all around. Cut any excess with scissors or a knife. Take a fork and press down on the edge of the dough all the way around. Chill dough for another 30 minutes. 4. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. 5. For the filling - whisk your eggs and heavy cream together. Place cooked bacon, scallions and cheddar cheese in the pie crust and sprinkle the salt on top. Pour mixture over the top of the filling. Back on the bottom rack for 45 minutes - 1 hour (until the filling is firm to touch)!

HYDE PARK The Hyde Park Restaurant Group has a long history in Columbus, beginning with the opening of their first restaurant in Upper Arlington in 1988. Today they have 3 hugely successful locations in our city. Chef David Culi joined the Hyde Park Restaurant Group in 1996 as Sous Chef at the Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse Downtown Cleveland, and is now responsible for overseeing the training and the development of Unit Executive Chefs, menu development, and day-to-day kitchen operations of the Hyde Park Restaurant Group Locations. Hyde Park is closed during the shutdown, but to support them by buying a gift card visit http://hydeparkrestaurants.com/. Gruyere Au Gratin Potatoes Ingredients Thin sliced Shallots (No Dice) - 1/2 cup Heavy Cream - 1 qt Potatoes Sliced 1/8” to 1/4” Thick - 6 lbs Kosher Salt - 1 tbs White Pepper - 1/4 tsp Gruyere Cheese, Grated - 1/2 lb Asiago, Grated - 1/2 lb

1. Spray desired pan with food release or butter 2. Place 1/3 of sliced potatoes into pans, shingling potatoes evenly (nice thick layers) 3. Sprinkle 1/3 of sliced shallots over the potatoes 4. Sprinkle 1/3 of salt and pepper 5. Add evenly 1/3 of the grated cheese mix (½ Asiago, ½ gruyere) 6. Repeat steps 2-5, to form 3 layers 7. Pour heavy cream into pan. (Use finger to make 6-8 holes to help cream make its way into the pan) 8. Wrap pan with plastic wrap and foil 9. Bake at 275° in a convection oven for 1 hours and 30 minutes or until tender 10. Uncover the last 15 minutes

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THE TABLE The Table is a locally sourced, picturesque restaurant downtown on 5th Avenue. This local favorite has had an impressive response to the needs of its staff and the greater community. One of its owners, Sangeeta Lakhani, has teamed up with others in the Franklin county restaurant industry to create “Service!,” a relief effort for Columbus-area hospitality workers. To donate or find out more, visit servicerelief.org/. To support The Table until they can reopen, order take-out and donate to their staff relief GoFundMe. To order email thetable.cmh.events@gmail.com by 4pm the day before. To donate to staff relief, visit gf.me/u/xrmf5a. Akoori This is the most popular brunch item on The Table menu Serves 4 Preparation Time 5 minutes / Cooking Time 15 minutes Ingredients Large shallot - 1 Small Roma tomatoes - 2 Fresh, washed cilantro - Good handful Eggs - 8 Coriander seeds - 1 tsp Cumin seeds - 1 tsp Fennel seeds - 1 tsp Ghee or coconut oil - 1 tbsp Garlic, minced - 1 heaped tsp Turmeric powder - 1/2 tsp Chilli powder - 1/2 tsp salt (to taste) - 1/4 tsp Chillies, minced (optional) - 1-2

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1. Finely chop the shallot. 2. Dice the tomatoes. 3. Finely chop the cilantro. NOTE – should be approx. 1/2 cup packed. 4. Lightly beat the eggs in a bowl and set aside. 5. Lightly toast cumin, coriander and fennel seeds in a dry skillet. Keep your eye on them so they don’t burn. 6. Heat the ghee/coconut oil in the wok. Add the onions and fry for 5 minutes until golden brown. 7. Add the tomatoes and chillies and cook for further 5 minutes until softened, and let the juices cook off (you don’t want wet eggs!) 8. Add the garlic, turmeric powder and chilli powder. Fry for 2 minutes until fragrant. 9. Reduce heat to low and add beaten eggs. Stir well to mix onion paste and eggs. Cook for 1-2 minutes, depending on how you like your scrambled eggs (soft or firm). 10. Turn off the heat. Add salt, toasted spices and fresh chopped cilantro. Stir gently until just combined. 11. Enjoy! Serve on/with toast.

SMITH & WOLLENSKY Smith & Wollensky’s American Steakhouses garner international acclaim for a reason. Their impressive selection of gourmet steaks and seafood are enough to make anyone’s mouth water. Although their Easton location is closed during the shutdown, you can support them by purchasing a gift card at https://www.smithandwollensky.com/. To follow along with Chef Matt as he makes this Beef Stew recipe, go to https://youtu.be/6tM3h1vwp_w . Beef Stew Ingredients MARINADE Sirloin Tips Diced in 1 Inch Cubes - 3 Lbs. Red Wine - 1 Quart Red Wine Vinegar - ¾ Cup Medium Sized Carrots Peeled and Chopped - 3 ea. Medium Yellow onions Chopped - 3 ea. Bouquet Garni (Thyme, Bay Leaf, Parsley, Leek) 2 ea. 1. Combine all Ingredients and marinate for 24 Hours. 2. Remove the beef and pat dry, save the liquid and bouquet Garni. FOR THE STEW Oil - 3 Tbsp Marinated Beef Medium Yellow Onion (Diced) - 3 ea. Garlic Cloves Minced - 6 ea. Tomato Paste - 8 oz Medium Carrots, Diced - 6 ea. Medium Turnips, Diced - 2 ea

Medium Parsnips, Diced - 6 ea. Yukon Potatoes, Diced - 6 ea. Veal Demi Glace - 1 pint Salt and Pepper to taste 1. Sear the meat in the oil using a Dutch oven, browning on all sides. 2. Remove the meat and reserve for to add later. 3. Do not wash the brown crust (Fond) from the bottom of the pan, sauté the onions until golden brown. 4. Add the Garlic and cook for an additional minute, or until fragrant. 5. Strain the Remaining contents of the marinade over the onions and garlic, discard the carrots and onions however you want to reserve the bouquet garni. 6. Return the beef to the pot, add the demi glace, bouquet garni, bring to a boil and then simmer for one hour. 7. Add the tomato paste and the vegetables, bring to a boil and then return to a simmer for another hour. 8. Test the beef for tenderness and season to taste with salt and pepper.

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SŌW PLATED SŌW Plated, located in Upper Arlington on Lane Avenue, prides themselves on sustainability, organic ingredients, and wellness. Their menu offers a wide range of vegan and vegetarian dishes, and responsibly sourced beef, chicken, and seafood. SŌW Plated is closed during the shutdown, but you can support them by purchasing a gift card on their website, sowplated.com/. Grilled Chicken Baguette Ingredients CRANBERRY, FIG, PECAN COMPOTE Cranberry Jelly - 1 can Dried Black Figs (Stems Removed and chopped fine) - 7 Cinnamon Stick - 1 Star Anise - 2 Pieces Water - 1/4 cup Brandy and flambe - 1/4 cup Chopped pecans - 1/3 cup TARRAGON GOAT CHEESE Goat cheese room temp - 2 cups Sage leaves chopped fine - 5 CHICKEN MARINADE Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast - 6 (6 oz ea.) Cumin - 1 tbsp Coriander - 1 tbsp Whole Grain Mustard - 1 tsp Olive oil - 1/2 cup SRIRACHA MAYO 1 tbsp of sriracha to every cup of mayo *Bread is a traditional Baguette Cut to 8 inches and baked in the oven until outside is crusty but still soft on the inside.

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CRANBERRY, FIG, PECAN COMPOTE 1. In saucepot combine jelly, figs, cinnamon, star anise, and water 2. Bring mixture to a slight simmer then add brandy and flambe. 3. Let mixture simmer for 2 minutes stirring frequently so it doesn’t scorch. 4. Remove cinnamon stick and star anise. 5. Let cool. 6. Add pecans. TARRAGON GOAT CHEESE Mix cheese and sage together with a pinch of salt and fresh cracked black pepper. CHICKEN MARINADE Let chicken set in the marinade for 30 min then right before cooking chicken season with salt and pepper. SRIRACHA MAYO 1 tablespoon of sriracha to every cup of mayo TO MAKE THE SANDWICH 1. Grill Chicken first then slice in 5 pieces 2. Spread the Cranberry Fig Compote on the bottom piece of bread, next add sliced chicken, sriracha mayo, arugula, tomato seasoned with salt and pepper, a few sliced red onion and finally topped with the sage goat cheese.

THE REFECTORY The Refectory, located on Bethel Road, has a menu full of authentic French-American Cuisine. Executive Chef Richard Blondin moved to Columbus from Lyon, France over twenty years ago, and has been providing our restaurant scene with impeccable French food and technique ever since.The Refectory is offering take home dinners during the shutdown from Tuesday - Saturday until they are sold out. To order, call 614.451.9774 Tuesday - Saturday 10 am - 5:30 pm. Warm Apple Tarte with Rosemary Makes 4 individual tarts Ingredients Frozen Puff Pastry - 10 ounces Golden Delicious Apples - 5 Unsalted butter, divided in half - 1/2 cup Sugar - 1/3 cup and 4 tbsp Fresh rosemary leaves, chopped fine - 1/2 tsp Unblemished mint sprigs - 4 Sifted powdered sugar - 3 tbsp

1. Thaw the pastry and on a floured surface, roll it out to Â˝ inch thickness. Cut out 4 round, each 5 inches in diameter. Transfer the rounds to a baking sheet lined with parchment or waxed paper and refrigerate at least 25 minutes. 2. Peel, core and finely dice 1 apple. Place it in a small saucepan with 1/3 cup sugar and half the butter. Cook over low heat until the apple is very soft and the sugar is dissolved to make a spreadable compote. Set the pan aside to cool. 3. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Cut four 6-inch squares of parchment or waxed paper. Arrange the squares on a baking sheet and sprinkle 2 tablespoons of sugar evenly over the sheets. Place the pastry rounds on top of the sugar and prick the entire surface of the dough with a fork. 4. Spread a tablespoon of cooled apple compote over each pastry round. Sprinkle the rosemary evenly over the compote. Peel, core and thinly slice the remaining apples. Fane the slices out in a circular pattern on top of the tarts. 5. In a small saucepan, melt the remaining butter. With a pastry brush, coat the tops of the tarts carefully. Sprinkle the remaining 2 tablespoons of sugar over the tarts. 6. Bake for 18 minutes or until the apples begin to caramelize, turning light golden brown. Serve hot on dessert plates, dusted with powdered sugar and garnished with a mint sprig.

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Z CUCINA Z Cucina’s two Columbus locations - Dublin and Grandview - offer some of our city’s best Italian cuisine. Both restaurants are open for carry out during the shutdown from Monday through Saturday, 5 - 7:30pm, and offer “cocktails to-go” as well as wine and beer. To order, call 614.916.9200 (Dublin) or 614.486.9200 (Grandview). For menus and gift card information visit https://www.zcucina.com/. House Ricotta Ingredients Whole Milk - 2 quarts Heavy Cream - 2 cups Fresh Lemon Juice - 1/2 cup Vinegar - ¼ cup Kosher Salt - 2 tbsp

1. Stir well. 2. Simmer on low heat. About 1 hour to 1 hour and a half. 3. When curds have formed, turn off heat and let rest for about 3-4 hours. 4. Skim curds and strain in the colander for 2 hours. 5. Refrigerate and use for antipasto, topping pastas or anything else you would normally use ricotta for.

THE WHITNEY HOUSE The Whitney House, a Worthington staple since 2014, offers a plethora of internationally influenced American comfort foods. Their extensive drink menu has a selection of over 40 different wines, craft beers, and specialty cocktails. During the shutdown, The Whitney House is offering free carry-out and delivery, and donating $1.00 to the Worthington Resource Pantry for every bottle of wine sold. All their wine selections are half off, and they are offering three cocktails that can be poured over ice at home. For more information visit http://www.thewhitneyhouserestaurant.com/. Whitney House Tomato Jam Ingredients Whole SanMarzano Tomatoes - 28oz can Red Wine Vinegar - 1 cup Sugar - 13/4 cup Red chili flake - 11/2 tbsp 78 slmag.net

1. Add all ingredients to a pot 2. Gently stir together over medium heat 3. Simmer and reduce by half 4. Cool **Important: Tomato Jam should be chunky! Spice up a Grilled Cheese, top off your Mom’s Meatloaf, pair with fries, or enjoy by the spoonful!

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1) Ann Wolfe accepting the 2019 John W. Galbreath Award from former Mayor of Columbus, Michael B. Coleman, on behalf of her late husband, John F. Wolfe. 2) Sara Perrini, Ann Wolfe, Rita Wolfe, Katie Wolfe Lloyd 3) Karen Fiorile, Lori Barreras, Cindy Silver 4) Lizanne Galbreath, Doug and Monica Kridler 5) Wesley Keyes, Luke Lyren, Jake Schweppe, Colin Corna 6) Jim Dziatkowicz, Sandy Doyle-Ahern, Tom Katzenmeyer, Gail Marsh 7) Kyle Rooney, Jim Negron, Keith Myers, Kim Sharp 8) Keith Myers, Bob White Jr., Guy Worley 9) Trudy Bartley, Michael Fiorile 10) Jennifer Peterson, Christiana Moffa 11) Bob Weiler, Bruce Soll 12) Omar Elhagmusa, Tanya Long 13) Yaromir & Pat Steiner

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Franklin Park Conservatory Candlelight: On December 8, members of the Franklin Park Conservatory & Botanical Gardens Women's Board dined over candlight and among beautifully-decorated and themed tables in the in the warm, exotic and historical John F. Wolfe Palm House while enjoying an exceptional dinner. For more information about FPC membership, programs, and hours, visit fpconservatory.org.

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BOURBON & BAUBLES

Dublin Women’s Philanthropic Club’s Snowflake Gala: Bourbon & Baubles fundraiser was held. 25, 2020 at The Country Club at Muirfield Village in Dublin. The event featured a live and silent auction, bourbon tasting and dancing for 150 guests and raised $20,000 for adult education grants, scholarships, and support for families and women in times of crisis or need. The event’s honoree was Dr. Carol Clinton, founder of Timeless Skin Solutions, an aesthetic medicine provider with two locations in central Ohio. 6 4

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1) Greg Peterson, Sunni Peterson, Sharon Adamek, Bob Adamek 2) Pam Stein, Mara McKee, Fiona Grunwald, Erin Samenuk, Deb Foley 3) Todd Hoadley, Angie Hoadley, Derek Ailts, Amy Ailts, Jen McHale, James McHale 4) Jackie Ogden, Lynette Zody, Laura Aquilina, Carol Clinton 5) Tony Krabill, Julie Krabill, David Kirtley, Michelle Kirtley 6) John Jenkins, Chris Amorose Groomes, Jen Gladish, Pam Jenkins 7) Sharon Zimmers, Joni Medsker, Jordan Medsker, Joe Razzano, Jessica Razzano 8) Bobbie Wilson, Ed Wilson, Rachel Hoertz, Charlie Hoertz 9) Carol Clinton, Christine Cook 10) Laurie Aquilina, Kristy Suttle, Mary Beth Estwanik, Lorrie McCarty 11) Steve M. Scarpitti, Heidi Scarpitti, Beth Hoover, Rick Hoover 12) Christine Hague, Joey Hague, Mary Beth Estwanik 13) Virgil Mathias, Marlen Mathias 14) Pam Stein, Bobbie Wilson, Beth Hoover, Wendy Stohr 15) Chad Haas, Rachel Dean-Haas 16) Kathy Mangiola, Christine Hague, Betsy Willi

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RECREATION UNLIMITED’S 28TH ANNUAL FLAVORS OF THE VINE WINE TASTING & AUCTION

On behalf of Board Chair Charles Ruma, the Board of Directors, Presenting Sponsor The Ginni Ragan Family, volunteers and the over 3,200 campers with disabilities and health concerns annually served through the Recreation Unlimited camp programs and the mission oriented lease programs, we would like to thank all major and corporate table sponsors, individual ticket holders, auction donors and the eight wine distributors for their support to the 28th annual Flavors of the Vine Wine Tasting & Auction and making it the number #1 charity wine tasting event in central Ohio. This elegant evening at the Hilton Columbus/Polaris took place on February 7, 2020 and is one of Recreation Unlimited’s three major fundraising events of the year. “We are pleased to announce that we had a another successful year raising over $226,000 in gross revenue in support of the 2020 Recreation Unlimited camp programs, said Paul L. Huttlin, Executive Director & CEO.” This event has been getting bigger each year and has turned into an annual winter tradition in support of a great cause.

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10 Things Dr. Amy Heintz Can’t Live Without Written by Amelia Jeffers / Photography by Leslie Fox

In an organization full of creative and motivated problem-solvers, Dr. Amy Heintz is considered the cream of the crop. With 22 issued U.S. patents and more than 15 patents pending, the energetic and resourceful scientist was named (in 2018) the first Technical Fellow at Columbus-headquartered, world-renowned research nonprofit Battelle. For nearly 100 years, Battelle has led groundbreaking science and technology as the world’s largest independent research and development organization with a focus on giving back to the community. Launched in the Great Depression as the Battelle Memorial Institute and endowed with a $3.75M bequest from the estates of Gordon Battelle and his mother, Annie, Battelle and the research conducted by its scientists have impacted nearly every aspect of life as we know it today. In recent weeks, Dr. Heintz’s peers at Battelle have made international news once again with the development of a Critical Care Decontamination System (CCDS) capable of decontaminating up to 80,000 N95 respirator masks each day - a game-changer for those on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic. For more information about Dr. Heintz and the other innovative scientists at Battelle, visit battelle.org. 1. A warm blanket. Wrapping in a blanket provides a sense of protection and touches on a foundational love that makes us human. When I was a child, it was a little yellow blanket, now it is a fuzzy fleece blanket for awake time and a down comforter for bedtime. 2. Writing in my notebook. Writing is a joy for me and tied to how I learn and spark my creative process. I love organizing my thoughts, drawing out connections, revisiting old notes, and formulating new ones - circling, making stars, adding detail. I always put the date at the top and I have a pretty good memory for what year I thought of something, which allows me to reference my old notebooks all the time. I can’t imagine having 100% electronic life. 3. Toothpaste. I use plain Crest toothpaste, not the gel or with any fancy stuff. 4. Walking with a purpose - to dinner, for ice cream, to the store. Walking represents absolute freedom when you embrace the adventure along the way, skipping, twirling, having funny conversations. My neighborhood had a corner store (we call 88 slmag.net

them “party stores” in Michigan), and I was allowed to walk there by myself from the time I was in elementary school – carrying out little errands for my mom. My best memories are walking – I fell in love with my husband walking around a city. 5. Good coffee. Over the years, I’ve found that bad coffee is almost as bad as no coffee. Maybe even worse. I can’t seem to make a good cup at home, so working from home has been tough in this respect. Stauf’s coffee roasters is my favorite local coffee. 6. Laughs at the lunch table with the Advanced Materials Group in the Battelle cafeteria. We have a diverse group of political backgrounds and upbringings, as well as idiosyncrasies that spur debates, fuel silly humor, and foster warm familiarity (like one of my colleagues asking if it would be OK to get an anniversary present for his wife from the gas station). It’s an enduring group; we host retirees to re-join us. We actually had a group text this week, since we couldn’t talk in person. 7. My phone (not the most original item on my list). It is how I work, connect with my family, video chat, relax, get information. It democratizes knowledge. Right now, it is the only way I can communicate with my mom and dad in Michigan, or see my nephews and niece grow. 8. Living room dance parties/car singing parties. This is strongly influenced by my daughter, so it’s Taylor Swift, mostly. I love dancing with my daughter – she has been teaching me TikTok dances, though I still dance like I’m Ally Sheedy in the Breakfast Club. When I was younger, my music of choice was typical GenX new wave and punk. These days it is most likely to be power girl bands and singers like Beyonce, Gwen Stefani, Rihanna, the Indigo Girls (LOL – not sure they are a power band). 9. Travel. I love to travel, and I love the planning. It is certainly a luxury, and I am looking forward to when we can vacation again. My favorite destinations are natural sites or areas rich in culture: the Swiss Alps (Murren), the Dolomites (Italian Alps), the Grand Canyon, and swimming in the Mediterranean of the Italian Riviera. Also I love Big Sur. 10. Face-to-face contact/collaborative discussions! This is one I didn’t know I missed until I couldn’t interact with my colleagues. I’ve learned I am a true extrovert; I build on the energy and excitement from my colleagues. I miss this energy more than I could have predicted. sl

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