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Bridget Williams with Angela Ahrendts, CEO of Burberry

It seems as though lately I’ve had fashion on the brain. It started with a flurry of press materials from fall/ winter fashion weeks across the globe (always interesting as most women are still pondering the start of swimsuit season). Shortly thereafter I found myself at the finale of Charleston Fashion Week (see page 40) seated front row center (thanks Vail!) across from an esteemed panel of judges, including the founders of both Fashion Week in New York and Gilt Groupe, the latter of which has become a daily lunch hour sport of sorts as I race to their website precisely at noon to scan that day’s lineup of luxury sales.

Less than a week later after Charleston we headed to Europe, where it was quite a thrill to peruse myriad boutiques and see firsthand the covetable ensembles that I’d seen splashed across the pages of Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar only hours before on the plane. While I wish I could report that my suitcase came back stuffed with some of these treasures, it wasn’t the unfavorable euro-to-dollar difference that dissuaded me, but rather my husband’s honest assessment that many of the pieces to which I was drawn were best reserved for the lithe models on which they were photographed (I thanked him for squashing my Balmain dream with a swift elbow to the ribcage).

I think that it was my recent interview with Angela Ahrendts, a native of New Palestine, Indiana, a Ball State alum and current CEO of Burberry, that was the icing on my fashion cake (see article on page 46). Never before had I been so nervous before an interview, but within 30 seconds of our meeting I was completely at ease, as she was as eager to talk about global supply chains as the age-old conundrum of balancing work and family. Having been photographed by media outlets the world over and always managing to look runway ready, she graciously shared some tips on taking a good photograph just prior to having ours taken (it’s clear I still have a thing or two to learn).

Our fashion viewfinders are now pointed closer to home for the third annual Future of Fashion Show in Lexington on May 28, sponsored by the Lexington Fashion Collaborative.

Sophisticated Living is happy to be a sponsor of this event, as our editorial board has made a commitment to help develop and recognize up-and-coming fashion designers in all of our markets, helping to give you a first look at what’s next in the ever changing world of fashion.

Far from the world of runway, our travel feature this month is The Swag (page 54). My stay there last fall was one of the more memorable trips I’d taken in awhile. At first glance, the rustic environs may seem atypical for the pages of Sophisticated Living, and that’s just what my husband thought. You see, he’s been camping just twice. Both times were at my behest and both ended in disaster. So when I discovered the property, which is billed as a “luxury hiking retreat” on a mountaintop in Waynesville, North Carolina, and bordering the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, I knew it would be a tough sell.

Wrapped into the memories of our camping catastrophes was hiking, and the two of us have vastly different approaches. He prefers a meandering stroll approach, while I relish in the chance to raise my heart rate and charge full bore down the trail. He saw my description of a “luxury hiking retreat” as a wolf in sheep’s clothing. I had to resist the urge to say “I told you so” after we’d settled into our well-appointed three room cabin, so far from roughing it that a copper soaking tub and sauna were found among the amenities in the spa-like bathroom.

When it came to hiking, I agreed beforehand to meet in the middle: I’d slow down a lot if he’d just speed up a little. Before we left, we picked up a gourmet lunch (including the renowned Swag Bar) that had been loaded into backpacks for our journey. I inquired about the likelihood of encountering a black bear and was told that a sighting was not entirely rare but probably not likely. We sat down for lunch at the halfway point, and after a few bites of the bar, we joked that if we did encounter a hungry bear it might be hard to choose whether to outrun the other or sacrifice the remainder of our Swag Bar! The recipe is so wonderfully simple that I have to resist the urge to whip up a batch whenever a craving strikes.

If you're interested in testing your own willpower, I've taken the liberty of sharing it as an extra for our iPad readers (available at slmag.net). Alternately you can email me at bridget@slmag.net for the recipe. I do think it tastes better with a little mountain air mixed in, but you’ll have to go to Waynesville for that.

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Terra cotta Antiques ceramic objects with wonderful natural color Written by Kirby Camm, Bittners Terra cotta essentially refers to a hard, semi-fired, unglazed, claybased ceramic object. Literally meaning “baked earth” in Italian, terra cotta is easily recognizable because of its marvelous and very distinctive orange-brownish color. Prior to the Middle Ages (an historic period in Europe referred to as antiquity), every country produced terra cotta items in all shapes and forms imaginable.

Although associated with antiquity, terra cotta items have remained in continual production since their inception.

Terra cotta objects produced during ancient times included utilitarian items, as well as artwork. Roof tiles, storage vessels and building bricks are a few of the utilitarian examples, while artwork covers a multitude of subjects, figures and forms. Perhaps the greatest of all terra cotta artworks from antiquity is Emperor Qin Shi Huang’s terra cotta army, built in 210 B.C. China and discovered in 1974. Emperor Qin Shi Huang’s terra cotta army consists of 8,000 lifelike and life-size soldiers, 130 life-size chariots, 520 life-size horses and 150 life-size cavalry horses. The majority of the emperor’s terra cotta army is still not excavated.

Not a rare material by anybody’s standards, terra cotta items are somewhat hard to find in today’s antique marketplace. Part of this can be explained by the fragileness of terra cotta. But, I believe the real reasons are that the utilitarian objects are simply not in demand and artworks produced in terra cotta were of limited quantities.

Although not a relic from antiquity, the illustrated bust of a man’s head, circa 1880 in Italy, is a wonderful example of terra cotta art and utility. Rarely do you see any terra cotta objects displaying both attributes. The original use of this Italian terra cotta man’s head is a total mystery to me. Perhaps it could be the original Chia Pet? I can just envision some dense green plant growing out from this man’s head. Conceivably, and probably closer to the truth, this bust of an Italian gentleman was possibly made to display a man’s hat in a haberdasher’s shop window. Whatever the use, this terra cotta sculpture is artwork with a utilitarian application.

The piece’s whimsical and zany look is partially due to it being handmade and Italian in origin. Terra cotta items are usually handmade and not from the potter’s wheel, which is part of their charm and appeal. I would love to know the history concerning this Italian terra cotta bust … if only this distinguished gentleman could talk! sl

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What a Duesy!

Photography by Neil Rashba

A pair of Duesenbergs take Best of Show honors at the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance In 1995, the general manager of The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, Michael Carsch, was faced with a challenge. At the time many people were not familiar with Amelia Island, so although he had a beautiful oceanfront Ritz-Carlton that was only a few years old, each year he struggled to fill rooms when warm spring weather first arrived on the island. Seeking to create a signature event that would attract a well-heeled clientele, Carsch approached Bill Warner, a local car collector, businessman, and photographer and writer for Road & Track, who was consequently being urged by other auto enthusiasts to create a classic car show in Florida. With backing from

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The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, and Mercedes-Benz as inaugural sponsors, Warner launched the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance. The first car show featured 125 cars, world-famous Grand Prix driver Sir Stirling Moss as honorary chairman, and drew about 2,000 car enthusiasts. It also sold out The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island.

Fast forward to 2011 and the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance recorded its 16th year as the most prestigious automobile show on the East Coast, on par with such renowned shows as Pebble Beach in California, Meadow Brook in Michigan and the Louis Vuitton Classic in midtown Manhattan. Since its

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Other local and regional award winners of note included: Best in Class-American Classic Open (1937 - 1948) 1937 Packard 1508 Convertible Sedan Perin Family - Cincinnati, OH Best in Class- Sports and GT Cars (1964 – 1974) 1966 Lamborghini 350 GT Kevin Cogan - Louisville, KY The Mercedes-Benz Star of Excellence Award for the Most Elegant Mercedes-Benz 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300D Cabriolet Tom and Lynn Isgrig - Cincinnati, OH

Harry Yeaggy of Cincinnati (far right), celebrates his Concours de Sport award with fellow participants.

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The Jaguar of North America Award for the Most Historically Significant Jaguar 1955 Jaguar D-Type Gary W. Bartlett - Muncie, IN

inception, the show’s foundation has donated nearly $1.7 million to Community Hospice of Northeast Florida, Inc. and other deserving charities on Florida’s First Coast.

Two very deserving Duesenbergs took both Best in Show awards this year and, according to show Chairman Bill Warner, it was one of the hardest choices to make that he can remember.

The Concours d’Elegance award went to the 1933 Duesenberg SJN Arlington Torpedo Sedan from The Nethercutt Collection in Sylmar, California. Dubbed the “Twenty Grand” for its unheard of price tag in the 1930s – $20,000 – the car was originally built for the Century of Progress Exposition, also known as the 1933-34 Chicago World’s Fair. Gordon Buehring, Duesenberg’s legendary stylist, was consulted on the car’s restoration when the Nethercutts purchased it back in 1978, and the car is exactly as it was when it left the factory for its World’s Fair appearance. It was the Nethercutt’s third time winning Best in Show at Amelia.

The famed “Mormon Meteor,” the Concours de Sport winner, is a vehicle that requires no introduction. Now owned

by Harry Yeaggy of Cincinnati, the car was making its third visit to Amelia and was restored back to its original speed record trim. Once dubbed the “fastest, most powerful car in the

world,” the 1935 Duesenberg SJ Special/Mormon Meteor is the definitive pre-war racecar, and it is still considered the ultimate Duesenberg by collectors worldwide. Yeaggy also exhibited the car at Pebble Beach in 2007 and was rewarded for his efforts with the coveted Best of Show title.

“I don’t recall a tougher decision among the judging committee for Best in Show awards than this year,” Warner said.

“We simply had the best of the best on the field, and I am glad the decision wasn’t mine. Both winners were stunning and very deserving. I take my hat off to the committee and congratulate them on their choices.”

Nearly 20,000 hobbyists descended on Concours Sunday to look at the show’s sweeping automotive display, which included Pope Paul VI's 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 Pullman Landaulet, a significant vehicle that made its way to the U.S. for the very first time in honor of the event and Mercedes-Benz’ celebration of 125 years of the automobile. Other Mercedes on display were the 1972 600 Pullman SWB limousine, which was owned by Luciano Pavarotti and was used to chauffeur him while on his many tours in the United States, and a 1972 600 Pullman first owned by Hugh Hefner as his personal daily driver when his Playboy headquarters was still in Chicago. sl

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Not even a cool rain shower could quell the seriously hot crowd standing stoically in their stilettos outside the tents in Marion Square waiting for the doors to open for the finale of Charleston Fashion Week. Already an established foodie destination, a quick glance at the fashion panel seated front row center - Alexis Maybank, co-founder of Gilt Groupe; Fern Mallis, creator of Fashion Week in New York City; fashion designer Michael Knight, instantly recognizable to legions of Project Runway fans; and Janie Bryant, costume designer for Mad Men, to name a few - evidenced that the historic city also boasts some serious fashion chops.

Now in its fifth year, the Tuesday through Saturday schedule of events showcased local style through runway shows produced by local boutiques, 16 emerging designers (four each night) and a finale presentation by a national-caliber

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designer. Members of the fashion panel selected one emergent designer each night to move on to the Saturday finale where they had the opportunity to show their complete collection.

Complementing the first-rate fashion was an adjacent tentedstyle lounge complete with local vendors, guest DJ’s and a cocktail lounge, and a slew of after parties all over town.

Whittled down from a pool of 1,000 applicants from around the globe, a group of 10 male and female models took to the runway attired in fitted black CFW t-shirts during the finale hoping to win a $1,000 grand prize for having the best package of walk, appearance and personality as judged by the featured designers, boutique owners and fashion panel. Tears streamed down the face of African native Ajang Majok when she was announced as the female winner. Her prize package and that of Ceasar Hingleton, the male model winner, was sweetened by

Opposite page: The collection of Emerging Designer winner Charlotte Hess This page: Top model winner Ajang Majok in the Michael Wiermicki show

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Opposite page L-R: Look from the Charlotte Hess collection. Look from emerging designer Michael Wiermicki.

Above L-R: Look from emerging designer Veritee Hill. Look from featured designer Hunter Dixon.

a spur-of-the-moment announcement by Alexis Maybank, who offered a modeling gig for an upcoming Gilt Groupe sale.

Beginning with 130 applicants from 21 states, by the Saturday evening finale, five emerging designers remained to vie for a prize package valued at over $35k. Each had vastly different styles and inspirations. Helena Bonham Carter seemed the ideal muse for the dark drama presented

by Stephanie Mejia, while it was easy to picture Lady Gaga donning Michael Wiermicki’s sculpted-shoulder jacket and dresses rendered in prints inspired by crop circles and cave paintings. New York native Cody Sai’s ready-to-wear looks were clearly influenced by uptown girls in his hometown.

Veritee Hill, a Varga-esque looking costume designer from Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina, sent out an avant-garde collection of dresses that make women long to be brave enough to steal the show in one of her floral-embellished, corseted looks.

In the end it was Philadelphia native Charlotte Hess, a graduate of The School of the Art Institute of Chicago and The Glasgow School of Art, who won over the judges and the crowd, taking the Emerging Designer title and the People’s Choice Award for her bespoke hand-knitted garments of silk, wool, mohair and cotton. Inspired by Hopi and Sioux Native Americans, her collection, including Native American-inspired warrior breastplates imagined in yarn, represented a very innovative take on an age-old technique. At her Friday night debut, Charlotte's collection elicited a raucous standing ovation. At the Saturday finale, she once again led with an ethereal crocheted bodysuit topped with a chunky cardigan and followed with a slew of pieces that invited onlookers to rethink their ideas of knitwear.

Rendered speechless when announced as the winner, it is almost a given that, with her success at CFW, the fashion world will be hearing from her again in the not so distant future. sl

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Checks & Balances Burberry CEO Angela Ahrendts’ journey from New Palestine to London is guided by her Midwest family values.

Written by Bridget Williams

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Angela Ahrendts, CEO of Burberry, in the Indianapolis store. Photo by Brian Spurlock.

The story reads like a movie script depicting the realization of the American Dream: A pretty, driven Midwestern girl from a small town pours over glossy magazines and dreams of a life in the glamorous world of fashion. She moves to New York (complete with a tear-jerking airport scene), strikes it big and becomes CEO of a world famous fashion house. And, of course, no movie would be complete if along the way she didn’t marry the man of her dreams. Only in this case, the dream is a reality for Angela Ahrendts - a native of New Palestine, Indiana, a Ball State alumna and current CEO of London-based luxury brand Burberry - whose multitude of personal and professional successes were earned the old fashion way: through hard work combined with passion, perseverance and a strong Midwestern foundation of faith and family.

“As far back as I can remember, I was mesmerized by fashion,” said Ahrendts during a recent interview. While her fresh-faced yet fierce runway-worthy appearance fit the bill of a fashion executive and then some – outfitted in a form-fitting pencil skirt and covetable knee-high stiletto boots that added to her stature – her natural Midwestern friendliness sprung forth the minute she began to speak.

While she credits her closely bonded family with equipping her with the “core values” that provided the building blocks of her future success, she is quick to cite her undergrad years at Ball State for allowing her to come into her own. Majoring in merchandising and marketing, a school-sponsored trip to New York City was her self-described “turning point,” where she realized her true calling.

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She boarded a plane bound for New York City just one day after graduating from Ball State in 1981 and immediately set about her deliberate climb up the corporate ladder.

“Accountable” and “results driven” pop up frequently when asked to describe her work ethic. “I was fortunate that my jobs were always right for my personality and skill set,” she added.

Her positions of note prior to her joining Burberry Group in 2006 include president of Donna Karan International from 1989 to 1996, executive vice president of Henri Bendel from 1996 to 1998, and Liz Claiborne Inc., where she began in 1998 as vice president of corporate merchandising and design to 2005 as executive vice president responsible for both women’s and men’s wear.

It would not be a stretch of the imagination to think that when the CEO of Burberry comes calling to court you as her handpicked successor, one would jump on the chance, but that was not so for Ahrendts, who initially refused Rose Marie Bravo’s request for a meeting. “Part of my core values is loyalty.

I couldn’t imagine how life could be better; I had a dream job at Liz Claiborne and the perfect work/life balance,” she said.

It was not until Bravo continued to press her that Ahrendts relented and agreed to have a cup of coffee. “She told me ‘You don’t understand how few women CEOs there are in the world’, and that really got my attention,” she added.

The third meeting proved to be the charm. Ahrendts visited the Burberry outpost in New York City several times,

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Members of the public watch the Burberry fashion show for the autumn/winter 2011 collection as it is screened live on Piccadilly Circus in central London.

and her finely honed business sense realized the tremendous opportunity. Exploratory meetings with Christopher Bailey, Chief Creative Officer or “brand tsar” as Ahrendts has dubbed him, also helped to seal the deal. Sharing similar strong family ties and values (as well as mutual admiration for their counterpart’s achievements and skill sets), they laid out a mission to create the company of their dreams.

Taking the helm at a tumultuous time, business journals around the globe laude the team of Ahrendts and Bailey for wading through the mire of the global financial crisis to emerge as one of the world’s strongest luxury brands. Bailey is credited with rejuvenating the brand’s image, while Ahrendts has streamlined the company’s supply chain to make it one of the most responsive in the industry.

Her efforts have landed her on the Forbes 100 Most Powerful Women list in 2006, 2007, 2009 and 2010. In 2009, Financial Times ranked her 15th on its list of the Top 50 Women in World Business (she moved up to the 13th spot in 2010). 2010 proved to be a banner year as she was also named among Fortune magazine's Businesspeople of the Year and was honored as the

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European Business Leader of the Future at the CNBC European Business Leaders Awards.

Burberry has also been at the forefront in the use of technology and emerging media, most notably live-streaming its spring/summer 2011 runway show online through hundreds of partner sites and to large screens in 25 of its flagship stores around the world, as well as making select pieces available for purchase immediately afterward (an innovation begun with its fall 2010 show). The fall/winter 2011 show made an even bigger splash as it was streamed live on a giant screen at London’s iconic Piccadilly Circus and to 40 other live event sites, meaning that you did not need to be a fashion insider or VIP to experience the feeling of front-row access. In fact, more than one million people watched it live online. Burberry is also the leading luxury brand on Facebook, with more than 5.5 million fans. “Digital media is all about capturing mind share, helping consumers understand the full 360 of the brand, its culture, commerce and content. The more we can connect with consumers, the more they engage with our brand and become advocates,” Ahrendts explained.

When asked what brings her the greatest feeling of professional success on a day-to-day basis, she is quick to reply: “Being able to connect, inspire and lead. Listening is a big part of that. I want to inspire young talent. The bigger we get, the closer we need to be as a team.”

Anchoring her family life is Ahrendts’ husband Gregg, who she met in high school, a classic cheerleader/star basketball player matchup. She grins widely recalling their first date: a New Year’s Eve party in 1978 at a friend’s home located midway between their respective houses. After she left for New York, the couple maintained a long-distance dating relationship for 17 years before marrying. If the decision to take the job in London was difficult for Ahrendts, the decision was easier for her family, which also includes a 16-year-old son, and two daughters, ages 14 and 10.

She gushes with parental pride talking about her son’s talent as a musician, greatly furthered by the “amazing” music scene in London, her middle daughter’s budding interest in public relations and her youngest, described as “full of energy.”

A dilemma for working mothers worldwide, Ahrendts admits that maintaining a work/family balance is “the hardest thing in the world.” “Lots of parents are there 24/7, but not really ‘present,’” she added. “When I’m there with my children they have my full attention, and they can get in touch with me anytime.”

The importance of family and core values are a motivating source of her desire to give back, not only to her hometown and alma mater, but on a global scale through the Burberry Foundation, which she and Bailey founded in 2008. Concerned with reaching young adults during their impressionable “youth space,” which Ahrendts defined as “a time in young life when insecurities set in,” the Foundation seeks to be a foundation in a literal sense by providing mentoring, job training and self-esteem building programs in 14 global communities where Burberry has a significant presence.

At Ball State, Ahrendts was a leading force in helping to create a $1 million emerging media scholarship fund “to cultivate the next generation of talent in disciplines that are at the heart of digital media, marketing and merchandising." The fund is part of the Bold Celebration Scholars and Burberry Emerging Media Scholars programs, and four of the annual scholarship awards are designated as Burberry Bold Celebration scholarships. She was recently in Indianapolis to deliver an address as part of Ball State's David Letterman Distinguished Professional Lecture and Workshop Series.

Her 2010 commencement address at Ball State coincided with her 50th birthday year and provided an occasion to pause and reflect on her accomplishments and what remains important to her. At the time she was asked to deliver the address, she said she was “living life at 80 miles an hour” and that it took her a full six months of reflection to prepare her remarks. Adding additional gravity to the situation was her understanding of the digital era and that her words would live

on indefinitely in cyberspace. After two months of writer’s block and 92 outlines, she stopped and realized that her words had to come from the heart to resonate. “It was like an epiphany,” she said. The central theme of her remarks - core values - became crystal clear. “Growing up in the Midwest, most of the students do not yet know what a great foundation they have. Family values are different here and it gives them an upper hand because of that foundation. I wanted them to understand the tools they already have at their discretion.”

After a jet-setting career, would she ever consider a return to life in Indiana? “Absolutely!” she replied without hesitation, adding that family is her rock of life, and her sisters are her best friends. “I have a very blessed life.” sl

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WINES OF ARGENTINA

Written by Scott Harper, MS / Photo by Garcia Betancourt

Argentina is on fire. It is currently fifth in world wine production and eighth in world wine consumption, and its imports are increasing by quantum leaps, all this from the second largest South American country after Brazil.

With Chile just over the massive Andes Mountains to the west and the Atlantic Ocean to the east, as well as Bolivia, Paraguay, Uruguay and Brazil to the north, it is in an excellent area in the southern part of South America for grape growing. The conditions are warm and sunny, with very few pests, and the Mediterranean-like climate is enhanced with the Andes snow, which melts for irrigation. For without the Andes, Argentina would be desert-like. Argentina also has the highest vineyards in the world; most vineyards are planted at 1,000 to 5,200 feet to mitigate the intense summer heat.

Grapes were planted in the 16th century by conquistadores and missionaries. The grapes they planted were fruitful but not high quality grapes, such as Criolla. It was not until the 1980s that we saw premium wine emerging. Then in the 1990s, the end of political instability, economic depression and military governments, as well as French and US investments in Argentina, helps to bring about positive quality change in the

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wine industry. The 1990s saw the introduction of temperaturecontrolled stainless steel tanks and new oak barrels, brought about in part by Nicolas Catena, Argentina’s wine visionary, and French and American consultants.

As implied, France and Italy, not Spain, has more viticulture influence in Argentina, hence Argentina is noted for Malbec. The highest quality, most popular wine of Argentina is more popular than in its ancestral home of France. Malbec is best known from its largest region Mendoza. The wine comes in all price ranges, but even inexpensive Malbec is a pretty good drink. Every time I think of the savory flavor of the dark, purple Malbec with the flavors of lavender, spice and black fruits, it brings to mind the quintessential pairing of grilled Argentine steak with chimichurri. Argentina makes more red wine than white, and of that, Malbec makes up 26 percent.

The next two important grapes are Bonarda and Cabernet Sauvignon, which make up about 18 percent each, and Syrah comes in fourth with about 13 percent. Bonarda originally hails from Italy’s northern wine region of Piedmont, where it is typically blended with Piedmont’s number one grape Nebbiolo in the wines of Gattinara and Ghemme. It is now considered a separate

SUGGESTED WINES Torrontes DONA PAULA TORRONTES 2009, Cafayate Valley (Salta) ALAMOS TORRONTES 2009, Salta DISENO TORRONTES 2010, Salta Bonarada ZOLO BONARDA 2009, Mendoza COLONIA LAS LIEBRES BONARDA 2009, Mendoza Malbec DISENO MALBEC “OLD VINE” 2009, Mendoza ENRIQUE FOSTER MALBEC “IQUE” 2008, Mendoza BODEGA TAMARI MALBEC “RESERVE” 2009, Mendoza Malbec Blends AMALAYA 2009 Calchaqui Valley (Salta) - Malbec with small amounts of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Tannat BODEGA ELENA DE MENDOZA 2010 Mendoza Malbec with Syrah and Bonarda grape, although, it is rarely seen labeled as a varietal, except in Argentina. And of course, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah originally hail from France but are now planted ubiquitously through out the world. Two white grapes stand out, Torrontes, representing about 18 percent, and the international varietal Chardonnay, making up around 14 percent. Torrontes is Argentina’s number one planted white grape and is a crossing of the Muscat family. The only place where you see this grape produced, it is a true Argentinean specialty.

Originally believed to be from northwest Spain, it produces a fresh, crisp and very aromatic wine. Try Torrontes as an excellent aperitif or with seafood. Lastly much experimentation has been taking place with barrel fermentation and oak ageing of Chardonnay, and excellent wines are being produced.

The number one wine region to look for is Mendoza, and the number one grape of Mendoza is Malbec. It is west of the Atlantic and east of Buenos Aires and has over 70 percent of the country’s wineries and 70 percent of Argentinean vineyards located within its boundaries. This astonishingly large wine region with most of its vineyards planted between 2,500 to 5,000 feet above sea level is obviously the center of the Argentinean wine industry. Arguably the most important

sub-region of Mendoza is Lujan De Cuyo, which is even more noted for Malbec.

Other important regions outside the powerful Mendoza are Salta, La Rioja and San Juan. Salta is the most northern area and it makes two-thirds white wine and specializes in Torrontes. Salta means very beautiful and is home to Bodega Colome, owned by Hess, which are the world’s highest vineyards at 8,300 feet. San Juan is the second largest area with 23 percent of vineyards. It enjoys one of the sunniest conditions in the world with no more than 30 cloudy days a year. Syrah, Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Bonarda, Chardonnay and Torrontes are planted there. La Rioja, one of the oldest wine regions, is planted with Bonarda, Malbec, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon, but with 40 percent of its vineyards planted to Torrontes, that remains its specialty. sl

Scott is General Manager of the Bristol Bar & GrilleJeffersonville and is Wine Director/Sommelier for the 5 Bristol Bar & Grille’s in Louisville and Indiana. He teaches wine through Bellarmine University. Scott is a Master Sommelier and a Certified Wine Educator.

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The Swag Written by Bridget Williams

It was after 10 p.m., and my eyelids were heavy after a day on the trails. Despite being one of the younger guests at The Swag, a delightful country inn in Waynesville, North Carolina, my energy seemed to pale in comparison to that of our welltraveled cohorts. Surveying the lively scene, I turned to Deener, the proprietress, and said, “You must tell me where you hide your fountain of youth.” She smiled coyly, looking some two decades younger than her stated age, and asked why. “Well, there’s a woman here celebrating her 70th birthday who hiked nine miles, another marking her 50th wedding anniversary who is presently accompanying the after dinner piano music by doing soft shoe and high kicks to rival a Rockette, and you seem to have channeled the power of the Energizer Bunny,” I replied. Her answer was something about the purity of the mountain air and the fellowship of friends and loved ones, but I know that is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to recanting all that is special about The Swag.

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The Swag Deener and Dan Matthews had not intended to become innkeepers in 1969 when they purchased 250 acres of meadows and forest adjoining the Great Smoky Mountains National Park at the Cataloochee Divide fence. The name “The Swag” refers to the dip between mountain peaks and a moniker given to the place where the inn now sits by the residents of the area long ago.

In 1970, a summer of blasting and bulldozing resulted in a marvel of excellent grade road construction, with the 2.5 mile road at the base of the mountain gaining more than 1000 feet of elevation until it culminates at the original homesite, remnants of which date to 1795. Careful stewards of the land, the couple avoided felling trees for utility right-of-way by having the foresight to dig a four-foot deep trench a mile long for the power and phone lines.

Before long, Dan, a former rector of the historic Trinity Episcopal Church on Wall Street in New York City, began using the family’s second home as a church retreat. Understandably,

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word of this mountaintop oasis spread quickly and requests to visit grew in spades, leading them to officially open as an inn in 1982. In what seemed like the blink of an eye to the Matthews, in 1995 Andrew Harper selected The Swag as “Hideaway of the Year.” The inn persists in its pursuit of excellence, an effort rewarded again in 2010 when readers of Condé Nast Traveler voted The Swag to the magazine’s Gold List.

Open from late April until mid-November (heavy winter snows make the property accessible only by four-wheel-drive vehicles), The Swag is located approximately 50 minutes west of Asheville. The 14 guest accommodations are varied and include private cabins and spacious suites, all individually outfitted with handmade quilts, woven rugs, early American rustic antiques and original artwork, befitting its rural environs. The flexibility of room configurations makes The Swag ideal for group or extended family travel, as evidenced by the several generations of more than one

family present during our stay. Children under the age of seven are welcome in the three cabins.

After checking in at the main house, we were instructed to select a walking stick and mark it as our own by tying a wood disc with our name inscribed on it to the top. The handsome stick, decorated with a medallion bearing the logo of the inn, was ours to use on subsequent hikes and to take home as a souvenir.

We were delighted to stay in the Woodshed Suite, located across from the main house and sited directly on the fence line that marked the park boundary. The original one-room cabin has been tripled in size to create one of the property’s most desirable suites. The space was expectedly rustic, but with luxurious amenities, such as Wi-Fi; a wet bar outfitted with a copper sink, stoneware mugs, and a selection of coffee, teas, soft drinks and fresh trail mix; a walk-in closet with a safe; XM-equipped radios in each room; a spa-like bathroom suite with L‘Occitane toiletries, a deep hammered copper soaking tub, steam shower, dry sauna and double basin vanity; and a rear deck overlooking the park with an open-air shower, a towel

warmer and comfortable lounge chairs complete with cozy blankets to ward off the evening or early morning chill.

I loved the combination of natural materials and richly hued fabrics throughout, such as the headboard, whose frame was fashioned from logs with a padded toile fabric center, or the window box cornices made of tree bark with paisley drapery beneath. I could not wait to select a book from the many scattered throughout shelving in the room, light a fire in the sitting room and settle into the inviting wing back chair.

One notable absence in the room was a television, but believe me, after a day on the trails and a full stomach from the bounteous meals (more on that later), television will be the furthest thing on your mind. For those who cannot go without, there is a television room in the main house.

After taking a moment to settle in, we were off to “high” tea, a reference made not to the formality of the occasion but the altitude at which the tea and pastries were being served. Guests who had already been there a few days warned me not to overindulge, as dinner was an experience I would want to come hungry for.

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At 6 p.m. guests gather at the “Dogtrot,” a covered breezeway outside the entrance to the dining room and the inn’s living room. The spread could have been a meal in itself. There was a selection of gourmet cheeses, veal wontons, mushroom cheesecakes, fresh hummus and olive tapenade, and feta and watermelon stacks to name a few. The Swag is located in a dry county, but guests are free to bring their own wine and liqueurs, making for interesting pairings when oenophiles start conversing. The chiming of the dinner bell at 7 p.m. summons guests inside, where place cards mark each person’s spot, personally selected by Deener, who spends a good portion of each day organizing the seating arrangement based on guests' interests and personalities.To be honest, my husband was not too keen on sitting with strangers, but by the end of the meal, we were convinced by Deener’s keen intuition and lingered well after the last bite of dessert to converse with our tablemates, who included a Methodist minister and his wife (a widely published author of racy romance novels) and a prominent divorce attorney from New York City, whose passion was his renowned rose gardens.

Prior to the meal being served, Deener greeted everyone gathered and said a little something about each group or couple.

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announced they were to be parents for the first time, eliciting shrieks of joy from the grandmother-to-be. The four-course meal was nothing short of divine, with the ingredients sourced locally from places like Sunburst Trout Farms in Pisgah Valley, heirloom tomatoes from a grower down the street, and asparagus and greens from The Swag’s own farm. Meals for vegetarians and those with restricted diets can be made upon special request.

After dinner the group retired to the living room, where Dan led a sing-along to the tinkling ivories of the player piano.

Each season, Deener and Dan host storytellers, naturalists, photographers and the like to entertain guests. During our stay we were treated to the storytelling of naturalist Charles Maynard, a true bastion of the art who had our sides hurting with laughter with tales of encounters with black bears and country life in the valley.

Before heading off to bed we were given a form to fill out to select how we wanted our lunch prepared the next day (a not so easy task on an incredibly full stomach). We could choose to have it packed in a wooden picnic basket to take to nearby Gooseberry Knob or in a backpack if we were planning to hit the trails. We chose the latter as well as the time we would be picking it up and then headed off to bed, excited about exploring the trails the next morning. Guests staying on

Wednesdays are treated to a gourmet meal served picnic-style atop Gooseberry Knob. Those unable to make the 15-minute hike can be transported to the site via Land Rover shuttle.

One thing is for certain: you will not go hungry while at The Swag. I love breakfast food, and while I wanted to try everything laid out before me, from the cider-simmer oatmeal, bacon, waffles, fresh fruit, made-to-order omelets and the like spread out as part of the country breakfast buffet, I had learned from dinner to pace myself. My husband is not too keen on hiking, so while my overindulgence at breakfast made me wish we were going double the distance, I chose one of the shortest trails for our day's adventure: a three-mile roundtrip route with a 600-foot gain in elevation. After hearing Charles the night before say that it is pretty likely there are always black bears watching, I was hoping to get a glimpse (albeit a far away one), since my last sighting in the wild came as a young child. No bears were to be found, but the views afforded at the crest of the mountain at the turnaround point were enough to take our breath away. A fenced area with picnic tables and a map of the surrounding peaks provided the perfect spot to break for a gourmet lunch, topped off with a Swag Bar. We returned from our hike and explored the grounds, taking time to make ourselves feel like kids again by trying out the rope swing over the pond and the nearby swinging bridge

and capping off the afternoon by playing (rather badly) a round of badminton on a grassy court surrounded by a thicket of rhododendron. Those seeking active recreation during inclement weather can take advantage of the underground racquetball court, while more passive activities can be pursued via the books, games and videos in the well-stocked library. There is also a small but well curated gift shop with books of local interest, jewelry and crafts by local artisans and clothing.

Returning to our cabin to dress for dinner, we saw the kitchen staff rolling out large grills in preparation for an overthe-top barbeque that takes place every Thursday. The selection of meats and fish were savory; the salads and side dishes were as colorful as they were tasty; and the desserts were to die for.

It was easy to see why so many of our fellow guests were repeat visitors and why, while packing to leave the next morning, I was already making plans to return. sl Details: The closest commercial airport is in Asheville. Room rates range from $490-$785 (for the Two-Story Cabin) per day and include three meals for two people. A 15 percent service charge and taxes are additional. A few outside dinner guests can be accommodated by reservation only. For more information or to make a reservation, visit theswag.com or call 800.789.7672..

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Highlights from the Geneva Motor Show Written by Kirby Camm, Bittners The 81st Geneva International Motor Show, held in March, presented an extensive overview of automotive technology and design. All the major manufacturers, renowned bodywork designers, and top preparation specialists dazzled visitors with nearly 170 World and European Premieres. The trend toward "green" was evident, as 40 premieres utilized alternative and ecological technologies.

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Alfa Romeo To entice buyers in advance of the brand’s 2012 re-launch in the US, Alfa Romeo unveiled its 4C Concept: a 200HP, 1.75-liter turbo four-cylinder two-seater coupe.

Born from the experience acquired through the Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione and 8C Spider models, the new concept car shares its rear-wheel drive with the exclusive supercars as well as its philosophy based on achieving maximum driving pleasure and the proverbial Alfa Romeo road handling. The powerful 1750 Turbo petrol engine allows the 4C Concept to reach a top speed of over 150 mph and to accelerate from 0 to 60 in under five seconds.

Aston Martin Aston Martin celebrated the 50th anniversary of the iconic DB4GT Zagato by displaying one of the original cars alongside the company’s world-renowned line-up of sports cars. In his remarks made during the show, Dr. Ulrich Bez, the company’s chief executive, alluded to the company’s lack of an alternative fuel model by stating “Our innovations have more substance in the car business than lots of the short term fireworks.” He referenced a paradigm change with the new Cygnet luxury city car from ‘Small is Cheap’ to ‘Small is precious’. “Cygnet is exclusive and perfectly complements our other models. It is our hybrid concept,” he added.

Audi (above) Audi unveiled the A3, a four-seater notchback sedan, the design of which represents the typical Audi language of sporty elegance. The four-seat notchback sedan integrates the full breadth of the brand’s technological expertise – from the improved MMI operating system, to the high-tech infotainment system, to the drivetrain. A fivecylinder turbo developing 408 hp, a seven-speed S tronic and quattro permanent all-wheel drive ensure thrilling dynamics along with high fuel efficiency. At 8.63 ft, the long wheelbase is a best-in-class figure in the premium compact segment.

Bentley The company celebrated its early 2011 attainment of the world ice speed record in a Bentley Continental Supersports convertible driven by Finland’s four-time world rally champion Juha Kankkunen. Driving the all-wheel drive, biofuel-powered 6-litre, 12-cylinder Continental Supersports convertible on the perilous frozen Baltic Sea, off the coast of Finland, Kankkunen achieved a speed of 205.48 mph eclipsing his own ice speed record of 199.83 62 slmag.net

mph set in 2007 in the Continental GT. Just 100 examples of this dramatically styled new model will be built at Bentley’s Crewe factory. The Supersports ‘Ice Speed Record’ is distinguished by its vibrant and muscular styling cues that reinforce the uncompromising performance credentials of this extreme Bentley convertible.

Wolfgang Duerheimer, Bentley’s new Chairman and Chief Executive, said: “Juha Kankkunen’s drive was a remarkable achievement and worthy of a very special car. The Continental Supersports ‘Ice Speed Record’ is a true driver’s car that captures that unique Bentley spirit. It offers extreme performance, agility and an extrovert personality, while retaining the refinement, handcrafted luxury and comfort our customers expect.”

BMW (above) BMW debuted its Vision ConnectedDrive concept car. The concept embodies the dynamic BMW design language with its long wheelbase, set back seating position and long bonnet but combines it with taut surfaces and distinctive flowing lines. The sliding doors, inspired by those on the BMW Z1, disappear into the body of the car. This allows the BMW Vision ConnectedDrive to be driven with the doors open, emphasizing the link between the vehicle and its environment.

Advanced Head-Up Display takes the technology currently available in production BMWs even further, placing a three-dimensional display of key information in the direct sight line of the driver, eliminating the need for the driver’s eyes to refocus. The three-dimensional display allows the real view to be overlaid with virtual information, highlighting hazards allowing the driver to assimilate all of the information quickly and take appropriate action. For the first time passengers get their own information display, out of the driver’s field of vision, allowing them to evaluate information, music or navigation details and pass them onto the driver with a simple touch of a finger.

DeTomaso Returning to the show after a nine-year absence, DeTomaso showed its all-new four-door, five-passenger model, the Deauville, a name resurrected from their 1970s lineup. The sedan features a 300hp, 2.8-liter turbocharged V6 engine with a top speed of 155MPH. Although weighing in at a portly the Deauville can accelerate from 0-60MPH in 6.7 seconds.

Ferrari Already sold out for the next year’s worth of production (800 units) the reveal of Ferrari FF indicated that the Italian automaker is forging ahead in a new direction. The replacement for the 612 Scaglietti, the FF takes design cues from the 458 Italia and is the first Ferrari to have power channeled to each wheel. Under the hood is a 6.25-litre V12 engine capable of 0-62mph in 3.7 seconds and a top speed of 208mph.

Gumpert The German supercar company Gumpert unveiled their second model, the Tornante, characterized by gullwing doors and a 4.2-litre, biturbo V8 engine cradled within a lightweight spaceframe chassis constructed from chromemolybdenum steel, promising 700HP in its standard form, with a further, ‘alternative-powered’ Tornante planned for 2012.

Jaguar Jaguar’s new Jaguar XKR-S expresses the company's long held duality of purpose: GT luxury with incredible performance via a higher output supercharged V8 engine, revised suspension, and a new aerodynamically-driven design.

The Jaguar XKR-S produces 550 hp with 502 lb/ft of torque, offers a top speed of 186mph, and can accelerate from 0-60mph in 4.2 seconds.

In addition to this debut, Jaguar marked the 50th anniversar y of the E-Type with a celebration at the

Restaurant Hotel du Parc des Eaux-Vives in Geneva, where the original car was introduced by the marque’s founder Sir William Lyons half a century ago.

Koenigsegg “Quicker than lighting” is how Koenigsegg described their brand new Agera R. It was shown at Geneva with a Lightning Roof Box System, their first lifestyle package that enables the driver to use the Agera for longer trips with massive luggage. Made completely from carbon fiber, it has been through several iterations of CFD simulation to ensure it is safe up to 186mph, making it the fastest roof box in the world.

Lamborghini According to its tradition, Lamborghini’s new flagship bears the name of a bull – naturally, a particularly courageous specimen from the world of the Spanish Corrida. Aventador was the name of a bull that entered into battle in October 1993 at the Saragossa Arena, earning the “Trofeo de la Peña La Madroñera” for its outstanding courage. The fantastic 0-62 mph acceleration figure of just 2.9 seconds and the top speed of 217 mph do not fully describe the Aventador’s extreme performance.

Lamborghini has already sold more than 12 months production of its new V12 model, deliveries of which will start in the second half of 2011

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Land Rover Land Rover's stand at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show served as a hybrid technology showcase with the exhibition of the new Range Rover Evoque in both coupe and 5-door derivatives, and exciting Discovery 4 and Range Rover Limited Editions.

Making its motor show debut was the 'Range_e': Land Rover's diesel hybrid plug-in prototype. 'Range_e' is based on a Range Rover Sport and features a 3.0-litre TDV6 diesel with an eight-speed ZF automatic transmission. Matched with a plug-in parallel diesel hybrid system it offers a premium SUV that can run as a pure electric vehicle. The 'Range_e' is the first capable 4WD model from Land Rover to achieve 89g of CO2.

It has an EV range of 20 miles, a top speed of around 120mph and a range of 690 miles.

Maserati (preceding page) After stunning the world with the GranCabrio at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show, Maserati used the 2011 Geneva Motor Show to take its grand-touring convertible to a new level of performance and handling with the introduction of the GranCabrio Sport. Conceived to give the GranCabrio a harder-edged model to sit alongside the GranTurismo S and the Quattroporte Sport GT S, the GranCabrio Sport uses a more powerful and fuel-efficient version of Maserati's all-alloy 4.7-litre V8.

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can be adjusted dynamically, and by adjusting the 4 control flaps on each of the four corners of the car. Those on the fence were convinced by the sumptuous interior and the 700hp twinturbocharged 6.-liter V-12 Mercedes-AMG engine.

Porsche (above) Porsche will unveil its second production hybrid model, the Panamera S Hybrid, adding another chapter to its Porsche Intelligent Performance development philosophy.

It accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in just 5.7 seconds and has a top track speed of 167 mph. Its range in purely electric mode is approximately one mile, with electric-only acceleration possible up to just over 50 mph.

Rolls Royce Living up to its ghostly moniker, the all-electric Rolls-Royce Phantom 102EX quietly appeared on the stage in front of attendees. The company plans to test it on public roads in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and North America during the year, in order to gather a bank of research data that will be crucial in informing future decisions on alternative drivetrains for the storied luxury automaker. sl

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FINCASTLE 81 Acre Estate Bordering Harrods Creek in Prospect KY, Main House, Pool / Pool House and Guest House. Property is divisible. Pricing starting at $3,800,000. John Lenihan 502.593.2024/Mark Shiflet 502.553.7158 © MMVI Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Les Bords de l’Epte a Giverny, used with permission. Sotheby’s International Realty® is a licensed trademark to Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates, Inc. An Equal Opportunity Company . Equal Housing Opportunity. Each Office Is Independently Owned And Operated, Except Offices Owned And Operated By NRT Incorporated.

13904 Fairway Lane Welcome to this stately southern colonial home overlooking the 15th green of the Harmony Landing Country Club. This home has been professionally decorated and renovated to respond to the needs of a modern lifestyle.This home has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. $699,000. Eric Seltz 594.4700

132 Council RD. New listing in Indian Hills! Beautiful setting and gardens, sought after location, warm and inviting home perfect for families and entertaining! $595,000. Terri Bass 424.8463

5040 Nita Yuma New listing. Call for an appointment to view this extraordinary property. $799,000. Eric Seltz 502.594.4700

2910 Autumn Court Entire house was renovated in fall of 2010. Level rear yard and theatre room are wonderful for entertaining. First floor master and 3 large bedrooms on 2nd floor. $649,000. John Lenihan 502.593.2024 / Chuck Pence 291.4739

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2060 Eastern Parkway The best of both worlds... experience this professionally refinished and updated traditional Highlands home just steps away from beautiful Cherokee Park and the eclectic shopping and fine dining of Bardstown Road. This park-side Grand Dame is cradled between Willow Ave. and Cherokee Rd. $449,500. Judy Bradley 553.2470

809 Towner Place Anchorage This all brick home features a large master suite with fireplace and secondary bedrooms with en suite baths -- a feature your family will love! There are hardwood floors throughout with an elegant two-story foyer, living room, and dining room. $600,000. Jane Kottkamp 541.0367 / Mary Wiegel Davis 403.6308

3300 Skylight Manor Enjoy the equestrian surroundings of this spectacular home located on a private 2 acre lot. This home features 4 bedrooms with 5 bathrooms and custom finish throughout. $699,900. Mark Shiflet 553.7158 / Kelly Hammons 939.6723

17 River Hill Road Charming, delightful and beautifully maintained are the words that come to mind when you enter this home. The excellent craftsmanship is evident in the pegged hardwood floors, intricate crown moldings, custom bookcases and marble master bath.The 1st floor master, library, large sunny kitchen and massive screened in porch make this a gracious and easy home to live in as well.The second floor is a wonderful retreat for guests with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and the most amazing sleeping porch! The private 1 acre + lot with mature landscaping and a lovely Boxwood garden is well served with an underground irrigation system. $1,050,000. Terri Bass 424.8463

11817 Springhill Gardens Drive This stunning historic property offers it all....beautifully appointed, renovated home, stately grounds, privacy, pool/pool house, and superior location in the desirable Springhill Gardens neighborhood in Anchorage.The 1913 Jones-Bayless home has architectural details that are rarely duplicated in today's homes....lavish woodwork and built-ins, double-french glass doors thru-out, soaring staircase, wide window sills, tall ceilings, original hardwood floors, coffered ceilings..too many lovely appointments to mention.Add up-to-date expansion and decorating including custom kitchen, wine cooler, FIRST FLOOR MASTER with his/her master baths and closets, and you have traditional charm and easy living.This neighborhood is convenient to Anchorage School , Owl Creek Country Club, walking trail, and downtown. Many lovely decorating touches remain.

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5109 Spring Farm Road Charming cottage style home conveniently located minutes from the Summit and I-71 yet offering a private setting on 2.5 acres that overlooks the scenic lake in Spring Farm.The home has been completely remodeled and offers upscale finishes throughout. $925,000 Nell Bradley 338.2499/ Kelly Hammons 939.6723

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Spanning the distance between the retaining walls of the rear terrace is a private putting green. The circular fountain to the right gently spills into a lower pool with a Bacchus-inspired wall-mounted fountain.

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A major renovation add s a l ittle “green” to a golf course home Written by Bridget Williams Photography by Eric Williams

It started with a simple request to remove a two-story column and replace it with a set of French doors, recalled Sheeran Howard King, owner and head designer at Palazzina, of the ensuing whole-house renovation of this contemporary estate home sited on an enviable golf course corner lot. The seemingly simple request quickly snowballed into a yearand-a-half floor-to-ceiling renovation. Rooms were added, reconfigured and redecorated, and outdoor spaces were transformed to rival a four-star resort.

Entering through the front door, one is immediately drawn to the view of the golf course (thanks in no small part to the addition of the aforementioned doors). The homeowners are expert entertainers, and the open floor plan is conducive for comfortably accommodating gatherings of all sizes. A varied collection of artwork found in every room commemorates their frequent travels.

Prior to the renovation, floors throughout the first floor were terra cotta and there was a sunken living room with built-in seating under a double-height ceiling accentuated by a cupola. Today, a Steinway grand piano delineates the newly raised area from the rest of the rooms in the open floorplan.

Honed marble floors complement the light and airy feel.

King likened the prevailing soft color palette throughout to “buttered popcorn.” Four armchairs with silk upholstery from Highland Court surround an artisan-made hammered coffee table from Baker. The same fabric was used for the window treatments. Suspended from the bronze-leafed cupola is an alabaster chandelier that replaced an existing ceiling fan.

Highbrow upcycling came into play in the dining room where a chandelier from the couple’s Florida home was given a luminous faux treatment and the existing built-in was lightened with a lime wash finish. The reverse of the silk fabric used to upholster the Ebanista dining chairs was chosen for the window treatment. The couple has a particular penchant for Oushak rugs, and King selected several fine examples for several spaces,

including the dining room, from both Ebanista and Anabel’s Oriental Rugs.

It would be easy to argue that the exquisite kitchen cabinetry by Mike’s Woodworking is a frontrunner as the home’s pièce de résistance. King designed the layout, which included removing a walk-in pantry to "square-up" the room and maximize storage and prep space. In the center is a custom-made circular island on casters with a hammered pewter top. Overhead is an alabaster chandelier with Greek key detail. Displayed within a lighted cabinet at one end of the bar is a treasured collection of pottery created by their daughter in high school.

Unique custom-made cur ved bench seating with indoor/outdoor boucle upholstery cozies up to the circular Artitalia table in the casual eat-in area adjacent to the kitchen. Suspended over the table is a wrought iron Gramercy chandelier from Currey & Company.

A comfortable family room is open to the kitchen. A pair of Hancock and Moore sofas with Ebanista upholstery face one another in front of a wall of built-ins, one of the few things to remain unchanged during the renovation. Displayed in niches at the top are tumbleweeds that King discovered in a New Jersey showroom. Given the homeowner’s love of Southwestern art and architecture, she knew they would be perfect for the space. Despite the showroom’s insistence that they were not for sale, she was able to cajole them into letting them go. The mantelpiece of the corner fireplace was replaced with cast stone to better complement the new design scheme.

No room was too minor for King’s touch. Case in point is a petite powder room near the kitchen where she selected an onyx vessel sink and wall-mounted faucets from Nierman Weeks.

Further down the hall is a pair of guest rooms linked by a Jackand-Jill bath with a unique stenciled wall treatment. In one of the guest rooms, a Ralph Lauren armoire conceals a television, and gilded wall brackets found by the wife have been converted

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Mike's Woodworking crafted the exquisite cabinetry in the kitchen. In the center is a custom-made island on casters with a hammered pewter top. Overhead is an alabaster chandelier with Greek key detail.

for use as bedside tables. In the other, a leather-upholstered bed from Ralph Lauren is dressed with exquisite hand-painted silk bedding. Arranged en masse above the headboard is a grouping of sepia tone architectural photos. Fittingly illuminating the room is king’s crown light fixture. Destined to become a family heirloom is a Mexican Chippendale armoire from Ebanista.

Resembling a hotel suite, the master bedroom is a tranquil retreat. The homeowner’s existing bed was reupholstered and new accent pillows were added. “[The homeowner] calls me the ‘Queen of Pillows,’” King said with a chuckle. At the push of a button a television appears from a cabinet located at the foot of the bed; it can swivel 360 degrees for optimal viewing anywhere in the room. The wife requested a desk in the room for her use; 76 slmag.net

displayed on the lovely piece selected is a collection of delicate silver antique coronas, which would have been used to signify the importance of a given work of art. A framed antique figural drawing displayed via a tabletop easel represents the wife’s newest collecting interest.

The Old World-inspired bath was completely reworked.

“There were a lot of hard angles, and we smoothed them out as part of the overall design approach,” said King. What appears to be wallpaper is actually a painstakingly applied stencil co-designed by King and the wife in a style reminiscent of the iconic Fortuny print. The varied application lends a desirable aura of antiquity. Mike’s Woodworking built the vanities, which are topped with “emperador light” marble. Faucets

The newly added terrace incorporates multiple seating areas.

The family room is open to the kitchen. Sofas are Hancock and Moore with Ebanista upholstery.

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Interior designer Sheeran King had the existing built-in in the dining room lightened with a lime wash finish.

The reverse of the silk upholstery used on the Ebanista dining chairs was selected for the drapery.

The masculine design of the newly expanded lower level is reminiscent of a luxury golf clubhouse.

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What appears to be wallpaper in the master bathroom is actually a painstakingly applied stencil.

The pet-friendly ottoman is upholstered with an indoor/outdoor fabric.

Architect Frank Pierce designed the master suite's sitting room addition. Kim Dean faux-painted the barrel vault ceiling.

William Switzer Italian deco chandelier and J. Robert Scott down chaises.

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were sourced from Willis Klein. In the center of the room is an ottoman upholstered with an indoor/outdoor fabric.

Architect Frank Pierce designed the suite’s sitting room addition. Suspended in the center of the barrel vault ceiling, masterfully faux-painted by artist Kim Dean, is a William Switzer Italian deco chandelier with gold and silver leaf.

Beneath is a pair of inviting J. Robert Scott down chaises with indoor/outdoor fabric. “Perfect for snuggling with the fourlegged kids,” said King. Centered behind those is a Lucite flame sculpture displayed on a pedestal designed by King. A set of stairs leads directly to a lower level exercise room.

Doors in the sitting room provide direct access to the new terrace, also designed by Pierce to replace a run-of-the-mill wooden deck. A feat of engineering, the terrace spans the length of the home and is executed in precast concrete from Hieb Concrete Products to mimic the appearance of limestone. Groups of outdoor furnishings purchased in Chicago are arranged into cozy groups. At one end of the terrace is a full outdoor kitchen with cabinetry by Mike’s

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Woodworking built using yacht-caliber materials to withstand the elements. At the opposite end, the pool of a towering circle-shaped fountain gently spills over the edge to a lower serpentine pool with a Bacchus-inspired wall-mounted fountain, selected to represent the homeowner’s interest in fine wine. Spanning the distance between the retaining walls is a putting green. A covered seating area underneath the terrace provides a shady respite between putts.

Previously dark and narrow, the home’s expanded lower level also boasts an open floor plan. Calling to mind a golfer’s clubhouse, the main living area features a comfortable television room, pool table, expansive bar and wine room accentuated by multiple brick arches. Faux finished walls mimic the look of tobacco-colored aged leather. Two spacious bedrooms and a busy craft room round out the living spaces on this level.

As one of King’s favorite projects, she is quick to dole out credit where credit is due, including the wife, who played an integral role throughout. “It was really her project, and she completely devoted herself to the process from start-to-finish,” she added. sl

California Written by Dr. Matthew Bessen Photography by Eric Williams

What is it about those irreverent Californians? I mean that handful of boyish innovators so thoroughly at ease with their ingenious ideas that the revolution is over before anyone hears the first shot. I mean young Arnold Schwarzenegger plotting his international celebrity inside a sweaty Venice gym. I mean Steve Jobs assembling a computer in his garage. I mean George Lucas fleshing out a goofy science fiction blockbuster, two sequels and three prequels in his undergraduate dorm room. Whatever that it may be, Seviche owner, chef and self-described “California boy” Anthony Lamas must have been in the room when they were handing it out.

For Ellana and I, this was hardly the first visit to the contemporary Bardstown Road restaurant known as much for its innovative Latin-influenced fare as its spacious urban patio. She confided to me her regret that allowing the chef to guide us through a tasting menu would deny her another taste of her beloved “Mugs” Bistec, a tenderloin of beef with a fried egg on top. I replied that such are the sacrifices one makes for the sake of journalism. She soothed her disappointment with sips of the frosty, port-colored sangria from a tall glass garnished with a tropical tricolor of lemon, lime and orange.

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We were promptly offered the Seviche del Dia. This was red snapper in yuzu jalapeno ginger broth with microgreens, edamame and soy foam. It was just large enough to reach the rim of a generous Chinese soup spoon and was surrounded by swaths of refreshing avocado puree.

Chef Lamas later filled us in on the origins and variety of seviche. The term refers to fresh fish marinated in a citrus juice, usually accompanied by chili pepper. The most traditional versions are cultivated in the coastal regions of Latin America, with distinctive regional variations. For example, the Mexicans make it

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with corn; the Puerto Ricans use plantains; and in Trinidad they may use pineapple or coconut. The name itself will change with the locale. Hence, in Peru you ask for seviche, in Costa Rica ceviche, and in the Arabic world one speaks of cebiche. Ellana and I thought the red snapper had a pleasing firmness (which surprised me, since technically, the fish is marinated and not cooked.) The jalapeno added only enough heat to add a subtle liveliness to a dish that tasted like something we would expect to snack on while sitting on beach chairs next to the ocean. The irreverence of combining jalapeno with ginger broth and edamame was not unnoticed..

The willingness to step boldly across regional frontiers was displayed again when we were presented Churrascos de Argentina.

The tasting size portion of this entrée was rolled to cradle a dollop of red mashed potatoes and held together with a bamboo skewer (perhaps the only element common to this dish and the traditional Andean anticucho.) Aside from the beef, the Argentinean element was supplied by a tangy, verdant chimichurri sauce dabbed on the white tile platter. Next to this was a paisley pool of poblano demiglace (a classic French treatment of a well-known Mexican chili.)

Anticuchos are Peru’s version of satay and are typically sold by street vendors with more economical cuts of beef.

Among Chef Lamas’ influences was his boyhood environment in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley, California’s premier agricultural territory. A salad dish he calls Flavors of Arugula, harkens to this region in the shadow of the Sierras and presents slices of red and gold beets in the company of goat cheese, arugula puree and splashes of mustard sauce. The triangular white serving dish may be reminiscent of the snowy peaks that tower over the vast farms of the valley. The fresh beets offered a harmony of muted sweetness and earthiness that married well with the cool tanginess of the white bits of cheese.

I sampled the Oregon Forrest Mushroom Soup. This dish too represented a mélange of cultural influences. It had a deep

mahogany hue and the savory richness of French onion soup suffused with the ardor of red chili pepper and ginger broth. It was topped by tan colored crispy ribbons of rice noodles and a few tiny fan-shaped cilantro leaves. As usual, a miniscule amount of this herb left a bold footprint on an already spicy soup. Chef Lamas made the point that tables at Seviche do not carry salt or pepper shakers. His goal is to offer dishes with intense seasoning that require no amplification.

The most spectacular presentation belonged to the seviche of line-caught ahi tuna. The mixture of fresh sushi grade ahi, diced tomatoes and broth of sesame, scallion, coconut, chili and ginger was served in a cauldron-like half of a coconut. The deep vessel with its bark-like exterior and brilliant circle of snowy coconut flesh surrounded the crimson interior, dotted with green flecks of scallion or pea sprouts and rested on a cushion of seaweed salad.

Again, this dish transported Ellana and I to the ocean. Equally delightful was the interplay of the coldness of the chilled broth and the warmness of the red chili. For Chef Lamas, the fresh fish is a reflection of his early training at the Lowe’s Coronado in San Diego. There is also some irony in that our UPS hub is typically a first stopover for fish destined for markets around the rest of the country, and thus, land-locked Louisville can provide a greater selection of fresher seafood than most oceanfront cities.

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Anthony Lamas has used some of his growing notoriety to become an advocate for sustainable approaches to harvesting the ocean’s resources. He declines to serve blue fin tuna or hamachi, which have been overfished, and has been recognized as a Seafood Ambassador by the Monterrey Bay Aquarium in response to his leadership as an advocate for environmentally

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friendly fishing and fish farming practices. Among those fishes he deems sustainable is the Hawaiian wahoo. Served in the style “tirado” (the Spanish word meaning thrown), slices of the fish were embellished with rocoto chile, ginger and soy, another east meets Latin west arrangement. The fish was mild and tender but stood up well in the company of the spicy condiments.

Chef Lamas' familiarity and affinity for the range of Latin cooking was partly his birthright, descending, as he did, from a Puerto Rican father and a Spanish mother. He recalls with glee entertaining his mother and grandmother at Seviche and gauging their looks as they received dishes whose appearance they found to be alien. After the first bite, they would exclaim, “This is the same food we used to cook for you!” Ellana tried one of these dishes called Fideo. The core was a mound of angel hair pasta with a simple butter and garlic sauce studded with artichoke hearts, asparagus, truffle goat cheese, toasted pine nuts and grape tomatoes. The pasta was surrounded by a trio of seared scallops and a garnish of sundried tomato oil.

My entrée was far more simple but no less delicious. The fish taco is a well know staple in Pacific Beach, but the Mahi Taco at Seviche elevates this prosaic dish. Whether it is the

fresh made corn tortillas with a precise cross-hatching of pencil thin grill marks, the slender columns of flaky mahi-mahi made moist by the pico de gallo, lime aioli and shredded cabbage, or the jalapeno sauce on the side, these tacos were an example of everyday transformed to gourmet.

Our dessert was a bourbon apple bread pudding with spots of chocolate sauce and dulce de leche. I suppose it does not harm a Louisville restaurant to make a nod to our proud Kentucky heritage, even if it gets a little Latin flavoring.

Chef Lamas told us about his plans to expand and renovate the space at Seviche. Whatever intimacy may be sacrificed by these changes is certain to be replaced by more of this young chef ’s bold imagining and creative vision, calling on his unique combination of culinary heritage, sophisticated training and inspired innovation. sl

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Trophy House A historic farm in Mid w ay d isplays a l ifetime of achievement s in the equine industr y Written by Bridget Williams Photography by Andrew Kung

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Winston Churchill is famously quoted as saying “no hour of life is wasted that is spent in the saddle.” The owner of “The Pines,” an eight-acre farm just outside the city limits of Midway, would undoubtedly concur as she has collaborated with interior designer Lee Robinson of the Lee W. Robinson company to imbue her home with an enviable aura of equestrian chic, authenticated by the spoils earned from decades of personal and family accomplishments in the racing, breeding and showing of horses.

Erected in the 1850s and listed on the National Register of Historic Places as the John Graham House, the home is nestled amongst an impressive stand of pine trees, some of which are estimated to be more than 100 years old. The design and construction of the home is attributed to David Lehman, a jack-of-all-trades who initially immigrated to New York from Germany in 1826 before settling in Midway in 1854, where

he was listed as a carpenter, builder, undertaker, cabinetmaker and furniture dealer in the 1859 Kentucky State Gazetteer and Business Directory.

While he was reported to have in his possession several architectural pattern books of the era, Lehman flaunted his lack of architectural inhibitions by often deviating from the plans, as is the case with this home, adapted from Design XXXI, “A Villa in the Pointed Style” from A.J. Downing’s 1850 The Architecture of Country Houses, where he employed both Italianate and Greek Revival styles. According to the documentation submitted on the National Register nomination form, Lehman did adhere to the plan’s site location as advised

by Downing, who stated that “a villa like this…should stand on a commanding locality, backed by fine wood, and overlooking a fine reach of picturesque but cultivated landscape.”

Opposite page: Angus & Dixie relax on the covered porch. Below left: One of the homeowner’s impressive collection of brass doorknockers

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Above the sideboard in the loggia is a large Banyuls-Trilles poster the homeowner acquired at the International Poster Fair in Chicago.

The exterior construction is brick resting on a stone foundation. Lacy bargeboards adorn the gables and a delicate one-story Italianate porch envelops the three bays of the front façade. The centered entrance is framed by a Greek Revival frontspiece with an abbreviated version serving directly above.

These doors are flanked by coupled sash windows with their original four-over-four panes (an etched signature done by the hand of the original owner is still visible in one of the panes on the first floor).

Having previously worked in the interior design industry, the well-traveled equestrienne instantly saw the potential inherent in the gracious home, which was, at first inspection, and in her words “a wreck.” Robinson pointed to the “dog leg” staircase, with its simple balustrade and a newel post and handrail of cherry as “quintessentially Kentucky” and a major selling point for the homeowner.

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Over the course of five meetings Robinson presented the homeowner with a design scheme for each room. “Lee understands my style so well that there were very few changes to what he proposed,” said the homeowner. The Lee W. Robinson Company oversaw all facets of the three-month renovation, including construction of a new kitchen and complete overhauls of all bathrooms.

On the front door is one of an impressive collection of brass doorknockers collected by the homeowner and recently restored to their original brilliance, along with all of the interior doorknobs, by Alex Hein of Brassworks. Walls in the double height foyer are covered with wallpaper whose vertical pattern adds additional height and light to the space and calls to mind the pattern found on white birch bark. Original poplar flooring can be found on both floors, and the homeowner relishes in the patina they have acquired over the last century and a half.

Walls in the loggia are colored with ‘Mocha Souffle’ from the Lee W. Robinson paint collection. Asian flourishes are expressed in the graphic pagoda upholstery on the bergère and in chinoiserie-inspired lines of the accent pieces.

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A hunt scene from Thibaut on the drapes and wingback chair set the scene for the “hunt country chic style� of the family room.

The homeowner found the chest at the foot of the bed in the master bedroom at the Athens Schoolhouse Antique Show. Monogrammed bed linens are from Matouk. Waverly drapery and Duralee cheetah print in a blue colorway on the accent chair.

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The “dog leg”staircase, with its simple balustrade and a newel post and handrail of cherry, was a major selling point for the homeowner.

The pattern of the Thibaut wallpaper calls to mind white birch bark. Atop the sideboard is ‘Winners Circle’ a bronze statue by Bonheur cast in the traditional lost wax casting process.

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On either side of the hall is a square formal room, each with doorframes, baseboards and mantels in the Greek Revival style. To the left is the study. The bold “Russian Malachite” color chosen for the walls from the Lee W. Robinson paint collection highlights an assemblage of silver trophies and a set of Royal Worchester horse plates. Enamel artist Daniel Sigal created knobs for the closet door that replicate the family

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racing silks. Illuminating the room is a chandelier fashioned from antlers.

Opposite the study is a comfortable family room outfitted in what Robinson refers to as “hunt country chic style.” With the exception of the huntboard and a trunk, Robinson selected all of the room’s furnishings. An endearing representation of the homeowner’s commitment to her passion can be found on the mantel breast board, where she’s begun the process of tacking up

The ‘Russian Malachite’ wall color from the Lee W. Robinson paint collection chosen for the walls highlights an assemblage of silver trophies and a set of Royal Worchester horse plates in the study.

Duralee fabric was used for the drapery and armchair upholstery.

brass halter plates from her horses. She remarked that she’s just getting started and anticipates that the entire mantelpiece will be filled before long. “Once horses get into your blood, you’re hooked for life,” she said.

Commanding attention in the dining room is a series of antique DeGournay wallpaper panels mounted on board.

Robinson had the panels in storage, lying in wait for the perfect project. Minor imperfections lend the impression that they are

original to the home. Lively “Hamptons Summer” paint on the trim, doors and mantel accent dominant colors in the equestrian scene. Robinson was happy to discover the period chandelier that is also age-appropriate to the home as well as the cellarette, which was purchased in Atlanta. As a passion for dogs often goes hand-in-hand with a love of horses, an oil portrait of hounds appropriately hangs above a grouping of julep cups displayed on the mantel shelf that commemorates racing wins at Keeneland.

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Antique DeGournay wallpaper panels mounted on board appear as though they are original to the dining room. The trim color is ‘Hamptons Summer’ from the Lee W. Robinson paint collection.

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A focal point of the kitchen is a leaded stained glass window panel Lee had commissioned. It is centered over a Kohler artist edition apron-front sink.

An armchair at one end of the rustic dining table is from Keeneland, circa 1960, that was purchased at auction.

Chocolate-colored banding on the sisal rug in the dining room coordinates with the “Mocha Soufflé” wall color in the adjacent loggia. The room’s brick floors seamlessly transition to a spacious brick terrace accessed through French doors. Flourishes of chinoiserie are represented via graphic pagoda upholstery on a pair of bergères and an ornately carved sideboard. Above the sideboard is a large Banyuls-Trilles poster, one example of several vintage posters the homeowner acquired over the years during trips to the International Vintage Poster Fair in Chicago.

Francophilia is evident in the kitchen courtesy of Frenchmade Pierre Frey drapery and matching wallpaper in the “Sintra” pattern. The fact that the latter looks deceptively like handpainted tiles was not by accident, as Azulejos earthenware tiles inspired the design. At the start of the renovation the room was a shell, except for a stone fireplace and an arched brick recess, both of which provided interesting bones to build upon. Now housed in the void is a Viking Professional Range with gold accents.

Countertops are absolute black granite. Positioned above the Kohler Artist Edition apron-front sink is a leaded stained glass window panel Robinson commissioned for the homeowner. An armchair at one end of the rustic dining table is from Keeneland, circa 1960, and was purchased at auction.

In the second floor hallway – recently painted a sunny yellow – hangs the homeowner’s most prized possession: a quilt commissioned by her late mother. The classic Log Cabin pattern is fashioned from colorful ribbons the homeowner earned in various equestrian events beginning in grade school through adolescence.

Rooms located at the front of the home on the second floor, including the master suite, possess enviable views of verdant bluegrass farmfields that almost move one to breakout in a rendition of “My Old Kentucky Home.” Original features include chaste Greek Revival mantels in three bedrooms, original low baseboards, four-paneled doors and plain doorframes.

The homeowner found the dowry chest at the foot of her bed (elegantly dressed with monogrammed linens from Matouk) at the Athens Schoolhouse Antique Show.

Every evening you are likely to find the family reading stories while snuggled up on a blue and pink toile sofa centered in front of the window in the daughter’s room. Adorning the walls are three original pencil drawings by author and illustrator C.W. Anderson from his Pony for Three children’s book. After surveying them along with the home’s many other equestrian treasures, it is not hard to surmise that sweet dreams of ponies will follow for all. sl

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Kilgore HOUSE & Garden Tour Written by Matthew Boone Gardiner Photography by Eric Williams The Kilgore House and Garden Tour is a perennial favorite among Louisville gardeners and anyone who appreciates beauty, as it always provides inspiration along with glimpse into the areas finest private gardens and homes. Described this year as 6 Beautiful Gardens, 3 Beautiful Homes and 1 Beautiful Weekend the tour is sure to delight as it has in years past.

Kilgore Samaritan Counseling Center provides individual, couple, family and group therapy. The Center is a ministry of Second Presbyterian Church and St. Francis in the Fields Episcopal Church. Proceeds of the Garden Tour benefit the Kilgore Samaritan Fund which supplements fees for those who seek counseling, no one is turned away. The following is a brief overview of the homes and gardens on tour this year.

The Warren Built in 1929, this English Tudor house is home to John and Lee Stough and it is beautiful inside and out. Attention to detail is evident the minute you enter the circular driveway. Enjoy touring a limited portion of the house and then meander outside. The landscape design includes established trees such as Magnolia, Holly and both Willow and White Oaks. Additionally there are such Southern favorites as Viburnum, Azaleas and Hydrangeas.

From the fountains to the statuary and “wild rabbit” sculpture to the pool to the new garden shed, by Longwood Antique Woods, this property is a great place to begin the tour.

Boxwood Terrace For almost 30 years, Boxwood Terrace has been lovingly tended by homeowner Mary M. Phelps. In that time the landscape design has evolved to meet the family’s changing needed. Recently, one of the goals has been to create a low maintenance landscape. While there are no perennials, the garden is lush with Rhododendron, Laurel, Viburnum and of course, Boxwood. The variety of trees is wonderful too- Fringe Magnolia, Crepe Myrtle, London Plane, Ash and Elm. Add to that the covered terrace, pool and pool house (with a kitchen) and together it creates a beautiful backdrop for entertaining. Note: this house is not open for the tour.

Littlecote A brick courtyard and wisteria-entwined entrance welcomes visitors to Littlecote, the home of Lawrence and Julie Middleton.

Featured in the book, Garden of Kentucky, Littlecote is set high above the Ohio River and is known for its historic gardens, designed in the 1920’s by landscape architect, Bryant Fleming.

Enjoy the river views from the picture windows of the living room, the beauty and serenity of the pool area and the new limestone terrace near the entry porch which showcases an antique copper lavabo, flanked by ivy topiaries. Then stroll down the double stairway to the gardens, complete with koi pond, fountain and rill in the shape of a garden spade.

The Avish Avish means “rocky hill” in Gaelic, hence the name for this beautiful property with its many stone retaining walls.

Encompassing 42 acres, this park-like setting is home to Owsley Brown Frazier. The property includes old-growth trees, a beautiful Rose garden, flourishing perennials beds, a cutting garden and two greenhouses, one of which is used to propagate many of the annuals that are planted each year. For a quiet moment, visit the contemplative garden or stroll by the waterfall and ponds. And be sure to see the most recent addition- a bog garden. Note: this house is not open for the tour.

Lincliffe Lincliffe is home to Steven Humphrey and Sue Grafton and the gardens are a delight to the eye and senses for those lucky enough to get to travel beyond the stone entrance. During their stewardship of this wonderful property, the gardens have been restored and expanded to include a large knot garden, a koi pond and naturalized fountain, a 150’ Hornbeam allee and a maze- not to mention a woodland shade garden, perennial garden, cutting garden, specimen trees and interesting pieces of statuary. Don’t miss the greenhouse filled with exotic tropical plants. Note: this house is not open for the tour.

Twin Oaks The sweeping vistas continue at this house, located next to the Avish.

Homeowners Keith and Polly Williams love to entertain, which is evident inside and out. The new covered terrace, complete with an enormous, outdoor fireplace, is accessed off both the living room and dining room- and the views of the expansive lawn, established tree and beautiful flower beds are wonderful. The Siberian Iris border is a special treasure since the bulbs came from Polly’s mother’s garden. Christened “Twin Oaks” after two enormous trees had to be replaced, this property is a reminder of the patience and perseverance required in landscape design! sl

Don’t miss this year’s tour as it promises to be a crowd pleaser with something for everyone’s taste and gardening level. The dates are Saturday, May 21st and Sunday, May 22h, rain or shine. For more information call 552.8521 or visit www.kilgorecounseling.com.

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Bourbon Tasting

Kathy Cary hosted a bourbon tasting and silent auction at Lilly’s to benefit the “From Seed to Table” cooking-and-gardening educational program at The Cabbage Patch, which she started in the late 1990s. Participating distillers included Buffalo Trace, 4 Roses, Kentucky Bourbon Distillers, Heaven Hill and Angel’s Envy.

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Paul Crump, Jason Brewer, Richey Wethington, Kathy Sweetin

Paul Holladay, Larry Ruff, Tracy Holladay

Steve Jester, Art Going

Wesley, Lincoln, and Kyle Henderson

Rob Hutchins, David Miller, Adam Myer

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Salute to Catholic School Alumni

Seven Catholic school graduates - Alvin Cassidy, James Dockter, Janet Grissom, Margie Montgomery, Thomas O’Shea, William Tatum, Jr., and Dean Wells - were honored at the annual Salute to Catholic School Alumni. Philip McHugh received the Community Service Award and Jamie Vowels Beach, Science Department Chair at Presentation Academy, received the Fr. Joseph McGee Award. Brian Kelly, head football coach at Notre Dame was the keynote speaker at the event, proceeds from which benefit the Catholic Education Foundation.

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Creative Diversity

Founded in 2004, Creative Diversity is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit arts organization that opens doors for people with disabilities as they join together in a creative process. Proceeds from a fundraising event and art sale at City CafÊ will support Creative Diversity’s working studio for artists with disabilities who are on a more professional track.

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Mary & Jason Sparks

Jamie Downs, Bob Yocum, Debra Castillo, Jillian Willett

Vicki Zeitz, Stephanie Zellich

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James Breckenridge Speed (1844-1912), the late Colonel Martin “Matt� Winn, Sue Stout Tamme and W. Kent Taylor were inducted into the 28th Annual Kentuckiana Business Hall of Fame during a ceremony hosted by Junior Achievement of Kentuckiana and held at the Kentucky International Convention Center.

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Wendy Chapman, Christi Cecil, Lesa Seibert

Wesley Ringo, Ken Oliver

Mary McKinley, Dale Skaggs, Scott Reed, Jennifer Williams

Matt Thornton, Dan Rivers

Sally Seay, Bill Otten, Walt Zolla, Alan Rosenberg, Patti Swope

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Ladies Night

Rosemary Hocker hosted a ‘Ladies Night Out’ event at her home assisted by an enthusiastic host committee comprised of Elaine Crockett, Ann Fleming, Angela Hagain, Martha Hall, Kathy Oyler, Frances Schottz, Mollie Smith, Rebecca Tafel and Polly Williams. Proceeds from the event benefit The Cabbage Patch Settlement House.

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Carol Ann Anderson, Elaine Crockett, Caroline Eger

Virginia Speed, Shelly Hay

Angela Hagan, Francesa Schultz, Rosemary Hocker

Janie Glascock, Rhonda Jo Conner, Charlotte Korfhage

Martha Hall, Jennifer Ferguson, Becky Lyles

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A truly gourmet “chefs” kitchen features upgraded GE Monogram appliances, center island, tile floors,

buffet bar and sitting area w/ doors to the rear entertainment space. The adjacent octagonal breakfast area is flooded with natural light with tons of windows and a 3rd fireplace. Solid glass doors and plantation shutters have been added to this area to allow complete privacy, should one choose to use as an office!! 1st floor Owner’s Retreat features upholstered walls, soaring and raftered ceilings, rear bank of windows and doors leading to the exterior space, romantic and updated spa bath and his and her closet w/separate cedar closet. Second 1st floor Ensuite!

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Northwestern Mutual Networking Series

The Leadership Louisville Center and Northwestern Mutual presented an invitation-only, Northwestern Mutual Networking Event with Leaders at 21c Museum Hotel. Attending the event were members of the Ignite Louisville Class of 2011, board members from YPAL, Louisville Urban League Young Professionals and established leaders from the Leadership Louisville Center’s Board and the Leadership Louisville Class of 2011.

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Christine Koneig, Maj. James Bourie, Ashley Hamilton, Scott Herrmann, Chris Brice

Chris Johnson, Greg Greenwood, Tom Williams

Holly Prather, Sonja Grey, Tracey Scherer

Daniel Johnson, Chandra Gordan, Scott Herrmann, Emily Ruddock, Chris Bailey, Bryan Baker

Brian Conley, Ben Moore, Jackie Keating, Melody Schenk, Christine Koneig, Derrick Ayers

Rob McGonnell, Ben Byrne, Jeff McKenzie

Donna Mitchell, Abbie Gilbert

Mike Soyka, Kyle Kaiman, Matha Kendler

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Speed Art Museum Ball

The Museum’s Impressionist exhibition, Impressionist Landscapes: Monet to Sargent, served as the inspiration for the décor at the 38th annual Speed Art Museum Ball, presented by Lenihan Sotheby’s International Realty. The Speed Ball Committee was led by chair Lisa Tate Austin and vice chair Christie Wilson.

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Sanford & Mellisa Fleck, Donna Harris

Joel Buno, Katheryn Higgins

Hope & Matthew Boone Gardiner

Darrin & Janice McCauley

Elizabeth and John Lenihan

Harry & Betsy Wall, Claire Alagia & Creighton Mershon

Babs & Lee Robinson, Steve Bass, Cindy Grissom

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Following cocktails in the Sculpture Court and the Friends of the Speed Lounge, sponsored by Heaven Hill Distilleries, guests were treated to a French-inspired feast by chef Dean Corbett. After dinner, guests returned to the dance floor in the Sculpture Court to enjoy the music of Bob Hardwick.

Sandra Frazier, Josh & Elizabeth Lococo

Scott & Jane Ferguson, Kitty & Kelly Pfeiffer

Jill Wood, Cindy Grissom, Margie Seay, Cheryl Parish

JP Davis, Ron Wolz, Lori Kommor, Stephen Lewis, Douglas Riddle

John Shaw-Woo, Dr. Shiao Woo

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Puttin’ on the Ritz

The Junior League of Louisville commemorated their 90th year of women building better communities with a ‘Roaring 20s’ themed spring gala at the Henry Clay.

Money raised from ticket sales and the silent and live auction directly benefits the Junior League of Louisville's mission: promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving the community through the effective action and leadership of training volunteers.

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Mary Ellen Niederwohl, Paula Campbell

Emily Wharton, Stephanie English, Alexandera Davis, Cindy Cram, Erin Gish, Judge Jennifer Bryant-Wilcox

Michael & Carter Webb, Liz Bornwasser

Chandra Gordon, Cathyrn Harper, Sherry Moak

Leighanne Burke-Schadt & Greg Schadt

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Wrapped in Red

The American Red Cross Louisville Area Chapter held its inaugural ‘Wrapped in Red’ gala to benefit the organization’s various community services at the Louisville Marriott Downtown. Appropriately attired guests, many in red tie, began the evening perusing a plethora of attractive packages at the silent auction tables while enjoying cocktails with friends. A dinner created exclusively for the gala followed and featured a special Wrapped in Red dessert. Music by the Atlanta Allstars and a live auction followed dinner.

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John & Carmon Kington, Elizabeth & George Hughes

Dick Swope, Jessica Wissing, Alice Weixler, Andy Gunkler

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Elizabeth & David Donan, Lyle & Andrea Donan

Cary & Stephanie Donovan, Madeline & Jerry Abramson

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Derby Fashion Show

Westport Village hosted a Derby Fashion Show at Summer Classics, showcasing track ready ensembles from their fine array of boutiques.

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