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Old is New

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From the Editor-In-Chief Dining and Driving Although its roots can be traced back to pioneering chefs like Alice Waters in the 1970s, the Farm-to-Table movement is the current darling of at-home gourmands and the fine dining scene. My aha! moment came during a tour of a several-acre commissary farm in Georgia during which I was able to taste the sweetness of climbing okra just plucked from the vine. And while I fully support the myriad benefits of this philosophy, I do experience moments of TMI (too much information), when overzealous proprietors go overboard in emphasizing their commitment. Such was the case when dining in a lovely Central California establishment (that shall remain unnamed to protect the innocent).

While I’m happy to learn that the seeds for my Bibb lettuce were nurtured at a nearby farm without pesticides and treated to an occasional Bach overture to aide their healthy growth, as a newly rehabilitated carnivore, I have a little trouble getting too personal with my petite filet. By the time our waiter had finished recounting the specials in excruciating detail, I nearly felt as though I should be sending a note of condolence to mamma and papa cow. My vegetarian friends would cite my pangs of guilt as proof that I should go meat free again, but my recent rediscovery of the decadent pleasure in the occasional indulgence in a perfectly and simply prepared steak or a side of applewood smoked bacon with my blueberry pancakes on a lazy Sunday morning is just too alluring.

We were in California to cover, among other things, Pebble Beach Auto Week, an annual bacchanalian celebration of all things motoring, both new and vintage. The last time I’d experienced the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance in person was 2007, when Cincinnati’s Harry Yeaggy took “Best of Show” with his 1935 Duesenberg SJ Speedster. Our attendance at the 60th showing we were similarly rewarded, as a 1933 Delage D8S De Villars Roadster owned The Patterson Collection of Louisville bested competitors from 33 states and 14 countries to take the coveted first prize. For more on the event, see pages 48–53. As you can imagine, we simply didn’t have enough pages to run the scores of photographs taken throughout the week, so if you’re interested in seeing more, visit us at slmag.net or become our fan on Facebook facebook.com/sophisticatedliving.

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THE BOUILLOTTE TABLE A table with continuous popularity Written by Kirby Camm, Bittners

Although no one knows for sure, it is believed that the French bouillotte table takes its name from the popular 18th century French card game bouillotte (pronounced boo-yaht). For more than 200 years, the French bouillotte table has enjoyed almost continuous popularity and is still very prized among current day antique collectors in Europe and America alike.

Bouillotte tables are oftentimes referred to as card tables in antique reference books because of their affiliation with the card game. This very fashionable table form first appeared in France in the latter part of the 18th century and continued to be made in France throughout the 19th century and well into the earlier part of the 20th century. With that said, I have never seen an 18th century bouillotte table for sale or otherwise in person.

For the most part, bouillotte tables are not large in size.

To put this in perspective, I would consider a bouillotte table with a 40-inch diameter top to be a very large example. These small tables have a very distinct design that makes them easily recognizable. First, all bouillotte tables are round and stand on four legs. The majority will have square tapered legs, but occasionally one will encounter round tapered legs. In the case of the latter, the table will date to the Directoire period (1790s) of French antiques.

Bouillotte tables are typically characterized by an inch or so high pierced brass gallery that encircles the top of the table. Some early examples do not have a gallery, but they are somewhat rare and the exception to the rule. While I believe the brass gallery work was intended as a beautifying aesthetic element, it may also have served the functional purpose of helping to keep the cards and gaming chips from falling off of the edge. Bouillotte tabletops are generally made of marble, but every once in a while you will see an example with a wood or leather top.

The greater majority of bouillotte tables will have one small drawer in the table’s apron at the six o’clock position and occasionally another small drawer on the reverse side of the apron at the twelve o’clock position. More times than not, there will also be candle slides for holding a single candlestick in the apron at the nine and three o’clock positions. Bouillotte tables were commonly made using mahogany, walnut and, less frequently, fruitwood; oftentimes the table’s apron and legs were inlaid with different woods.

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Wild Wonder

Written by Bridget Williams

12,000-acre Primland resort provides comfortable confines for outdoor enthusiasts

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Primland is one of those places that, just when you think you have gone too far, you press on just a little bit more, and are rewarded by becoming part of a select group who have found a magnificent gem hidden amidst 12,000 acres of pristine wilderness on the Blue Ridge escarpment, near the border of Virginia and North Carolina. Purchased in the 1970s by publicity-shy French billionaire Didier Primat (who died in 2008 at age 64), the luxurious golf, hunting, fishing and spa destination is now under the charge of his heirs, who have worked carefully and methodically to develop an unparalleled outdoor playground with equally indulgent indoor amenities.

The promise of breathtaking twists and turns through the mountainous landscape convinced us to travel by car, and once we exited off the highway, we passed through several hamlets best described as either worn or patinaed, depending on your personal spin preference. For those not so inclined, the private Blue Ridge

airport is 45 minutes away; a gateway airport in Charlotte, NC, is two hours away; and there are several designated helicopter landing sites scattered throughout the property.

Thinking we were lost, we opted for a sweet stop to ask for directions at Nancy’s Candy, a confectionary factory and retail store located near the entrance to the Blue Ridge Parkway in the small commercial center in Meadows of Dan. With our sweet tooth satiated and assurance that we had just a few more miles to go, we arrived at the entrance gate, where we were then instructed to proceed approximately six miles up a winding, heavily wooded road sprinkled with cottages sporting curious names. Just about the point when everyone was collectively ready to shout “Are we there yet?!” a magnificent 72,000-square-foot cedar and stone lodge appeared in the clearing at the crest of the mountain, quickly assuring us that our persistence had paid off in spades.

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Wild Wonder Inside the front doors and just past the reception desk and cozy fireplace, the ceiling in the great hall soars to reveal stunning views of the 18th green and the Dan River gorge at the end of the bluff. One is quick to note a world-class collection of aboriginal art strategically placed throughout the lodge.

A reflection of their European ownership, the 26 sleek and contemporary guest suites are free of tired mountain décor clichés. The interiors incorporate natural elements distilled to their simplest beauty. Our one-bedroom suite, decorated predominantly in a palette of robin’s egg blue and chocolate, boasted two full baths, a walk-in closet in the bedroom, a kitchenette with a dining table for four, a work station and a living room with a sleeper sofa. Remote controlled shades on the doors to the balcony that spanned the length of the suite controlled access to sweeping views. Bathrooms were outfitted with slate floors, clean-lined cabinetry, mosaic glass tiled showers and a deep soaking tub.

For a property with just 12 mountain rental homes (ranging in size from one to seven bedrooms), three twobedroom cottages and 26 lodge rooms, the amenities are what one would expect to find at properties with more than triple the occupancy. Influenced by Native American spirituality, the 8,000-square-foot spa, conceived by owner Garance Primat (who was given the middle name Virginia as the year of her birth coincided with her father’s purchase of the property), encompasses a full range of body and face treatments that utilize organic products and essential oils. The unique Unity Suite, with a Jacuzzi tub and Chromotherapy shower for two, offers a completely relaxing sanctuary for couples, friends, or mothers and daughters. Special therapies are also offered for golfers, children and teens, and a full complement of hair, nail and makeup services are available.

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Within the spa facility is a chlorine-free indoor pool carved from local Virginia granite, an adjacent outdoor walled courtyard with plush loungers and an elevated fire pit.

An exercise facility with a yoga and Pilates studio and a full range of Technogym fitness equipment is complemented by a wall of windows in the round overlooking the golf course.

The woman’s locker room features a European infinity-edge Spa Horizon tub that is unique to the United States, as well as a Hamam, while the men’s side offers a sauna and a Hamam. The locally hired staff of seven has been trained

by Sylvie Keo, one of France’s top spa consultants. As is the case throughout the lodge, modern design elements are

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always tempered with natural materials, such as sleek silver door handles covered with leather.

Prior to my indulgent 90-minute “Stone of Eternal Youth” facial, I took some time to enjoy the tranquility of the relaxation room. Special glass in a wall of windows overlooking the 18th fairway allowed me to see out but prevented the nearby golfers from seeing me, thus concealing an occasional smile elicited by covert observations of errant putts and the ensuing body language.

Located on the same level as the spa, the game room is a haven for families. Stocked with Wii and Xbox game systems, billiards, ping-pong, and a host of classic and current board

games, it provides options for hours of entertainment for guests of all ages.

There are three distinct restaurants on property. A twostory wine cellar marks the entrance to Elements, a fine dining destination open for breakfast and dinner. The 19th Pub offers casual cuisine and beverages for mid-round or afterwards in a more rustic setting. The wormy chestnut used on the walls was sourced for years due to its scarcity.

Located above a one-time horse barn, Stables Saloon was the first dining establishment on property, and its knotty pine walls are adorned with 19th century hunting and fishing paraphernalia.

What appears to be a silo attached to one end of the lodge reveals its true identity at dusk when the domed roof opens to reveal a sophisticated Celestron CGE Pro 1400 telescope. Astronomy was a passion for Primland’s founder, and the resort maintains a resident “Starmaster” to entertain and inform guests, who, on clear nights, are treated to views of galaxies some 27 million light years away. During inclement weather a celestial tour is given in the theatre, as was the case during my visit. Believing I was not inclined to enjoy such a presentation, I was pleasantly surprised to be quite engrossed by Starmaster Nathan Pruitt’s informative tour of the universe.

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Wild Wonder While the indoor amenities are tempting enough to make one remain within the confines of the lodge throughout their visit, what is outside remains the true draw. Primland is the largest hunting resort in Virginia, serving as an Orvis wingshooting destination for 17 years. Hunters can partake in fully guided upland-style wing shooting for pheasant, quail, partridge, whitetail deer hunts and spring gobbler hunting.

Fishermen enjoy casting for rainbow, brown or brook trout in the headwaters of the Dan River in an area known as the Grand Canyon of Virginia.

Didier Primat was said to have thoroughly enjoyed traversing the property via ATV, and I am quick to share this sentiment. Zipping along portions of the 35 dedicated miles of forested ATV, mountain biking, horseback and hiking trails – including splashing through several creek beds before stopping at the crest of a minor mountain – is the best way to appreciate the beauty and vastness of the dominion.

Not a hunter myself, I did opt to try my hand at a few of the stations spread out over the mile-long, 15-station sporting

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clay course. While the clay disks had nothing to fear, the nearby wildlife certainly scattered as a result of my pell-mell shots! If you are lucky, your outdoor adventures will be led by Carlton Largen, a lifelong resident and long-time employee whose down-to-earth style and stories of country life made our experiences that much more enjoyable.

In 2007, Golf Digest named Primland’s Donald Steeldesigned Highland golf course as one of the best new public courses in America (among those with greens fees of $75+).

Situated at nearly 3,000 feet above sea level, the Highland course is Steel’s fifth project in North America and the first he designed that required the use of dynamite. In Steel’s own words, the course – which features closely cut areas around greens, the use of bent and fescue grasses, interesting putting surfaces and challenging driving and bunkers – “looks exactly like a golf course should.” Golfers can choose to lodge in a trio of newly constructed and well-appointed Fairway Cottages that include gathering spaces just for golfers.

To say Head Golf Pro Jeff Fraim lives for the game would be an understatement. An avid golfer since age 13, his résumé includes the Everglades Club in Palm Beach, Yeamans Hall Club in Charleston and Edgartown Golf Club in Martha’s Vineyard, among others. As a Class “A” Member of the PGA, his easygoing disposition translates into exceptional teaching and tournament operations.

A deep feeling of reverence for the land reverberates through every aspect of the Primland experience. It is a sentiment that can be traced back to the Cherokee Nation, who sold the area of Primland to the British Government on October 14, 1768, as part of the Treaty of Hard Labor.

Garance Primat looks to the words and writings of Native

Americans to help guide the property’s future. Among these, the writings of Tatanga Mani (Walking Buffalo, 1871-1967) are particularly poignant: “Lots of people hardly ever feel real soil under their feet, see plants grow except in flower pots or get far enough beyond the street light to catch the enchantment of the night sky studded with stars. When people live far from scenes of the Great Spirit’s making, it is easy for them to forget His laws. We need to visit nature so we can see and feel these things.”

Prices in the Lodge at Primland from low to high season rage from $225 to $1,200 per night. For more information or reservations call 866-960-7746 or visit primland.com. sl

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What Have I Been Drinking? Grüner Veltliner

I get asked with some frequency to recommend a wine. What Napa Cabernet is the best? What Pinot Noir is the best value?

Someone is giving a special bottle as a present and wants to spend $100 – what would you suggest?

Rarely someone will ask what I have been drinking. Wow, I say to myself, how do I answer that question? I try so many different wines from very diverse backgrounds and price levels that it is hard to capsulate the wines in a brief conversation.

The better questions might be: what do you really enjoy drinking and what do you want to dive into more, or what areas or wine regions really interest you now? Well, then that could be a fun conversation, delving into where a wine aficionado’s passion is not currently satiated. Make no mistake, I have not forsaken my favorite red Burgundies or my muchloved Barolo or Barbaresco, or wines from Campania, or any wine aged 15 plus years. Although I will categorically state right now, I am really digging Grüner Veltliner from Austria.

Maybe it is because you just do not see a lot of Grüner Veltliner in wine shops or on restaurant wine lists. I ask some wine wholesalers and they have none, one or can special order

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some. I actually am now pouring Grüner Veltliner at all five Bristol locations. I think once most people try it they will very much enjoy it.

So what is Grüner Veltliner? Grüner Veltliner is the number one grape of Austria. It represents an astonishing 33 percent of the country’s viticulture. Austria makes about 70 percent white wine. The next most important grape is red, and it makes up less than 13 percent of production. This gives you a firm idea of Grüner Veltliner’s prominence in Austria. The lineage of the grape has only, until recently, been partially revealed through DNA testing; one of its parents is Traminer. T he wine exhibits a freshness of fruit and crisp vivacious acidity found in cool growing wine regions. It typically will possess a peppery spice, light lentil or sweet pea flavor, citrus and a touch of minerality. The quality range goes from light quaffing liter bottles, closed with a beer caplike closure, to elegant complex and full flavored screw cap closed bottles ,and lastly to rich decadent dessert wines.

Most of Austria’s viticulture takes place in eastern Austria, in the region of Niederösterreich, or Lower Austria. A few of its sub regions that you will see are Wachau, Kamptal,

Suggested Austrian Gruner Veltliner Nigl “Kremser Freiheit” 2008 (Kremstal) Allram “Strassertaler” 2008 (Kamptal) Hiedler “Loess” 2008 (Kamptal) Schloss Gobelsberg “Gobelsburger” 2008 (Kamptal) Domain Wachau 2008 (Wachau) Nikolaihof 'Hefeabzug' 2007 (Wachau) Huber “Obere Steigen” 2009(Traisental)

Kremstal, Traisental and Weinviertal. While it is grown in the other regions of Austria, you will likely see these the most.

In these regions, the climate is cool and produces wine with natural crisp acidity, fresh and vivacious, and alcohol that is moderate, not high. Austrians are also quite green. They are leaders in green farming and are world record holders in organic farming. Around 16 percent of all agriculture and 10 percent of all vineyards are organically produced. Furthermore, GMO (Genetically Modified Organism) use is completely prohibited in Austrian farming, and as a further quality enhancer, most of the grapes are hand-picked, in part because the many beautifully terraced vineyards cannot be picked by machines.

Grüner Veltliner is a wine that sips great by itself or as an aperitif but reaches new heights in its ability to go with a diverse range of dishes. Fried foods and lightly spicy foods go well with high acid wines like Grüner Veltliner. The acidity refreshes the palate, readying it for the next bite. Grüner Veltliner is an excellent accompaniment with seafood; its acidity helps cut through fish oils, keeping the flavors clean. While dishes that are high in acid will never go well with wine, dishes with acidity can

have some of their acidity negated by a high acid wine, allowing wine to go with dishes with low levels of vinegar and citrus.

So why have you not seen Grüner Veltliner yet? Austrians love music, architecture, skiing, food and especially wine and, hence, they consume around 70 percent of their own productions. Also, there are very few big wineries. In fact, Austria is a country of mainly small-scale family wineries that total more than 9000. It is certainly not ubiquitous, probably due in part to its unusual and difficult to pronounce name and the stereotype that it must be a sweet German wine because of the often fluted bottle shape and Germanic names and label information. But tr y Grüner Veltliner, and you may be among the converted. sl Scott is General Manager of the Bristol Bar & Grille-Jeffersonville 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 limited editor handknotted wool Pop Classic rug by Paolo Giodano of the Italian firm I+I combines patterns found in classic oriental rugs with '70s op-art patterns (i-and-i.it).

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Frisian Wouw, the felt carpet which Claudy Jongstra designed as part of Edition Ruckstuhl, is distinguished by its wild, frenzied texture. Yellow evokes associations with the golden age of Dutch painting, when masters such as Rembrandt used pigments from the mignonette (reseda) plant (also known as dyer’s rocket), (ruckstuhl.com)

Certified by RugMark, Alicia Keshishian's "Carpets of Imagination" are hand-made in Nepal using Tibetan wood and low-impact dyes or vegetable dyes. Shown is "Fast Talk" runner(adkcarpets.com).

Created from felted dyed wool and then hand-painted, lasered and embellished with crystals, Night Sky by Deborah Moss for Ruckstuhl is designed to meet decorative and atmospheric demands along with functional necessities (ruckstuhl.com).

The son of a rug dealer, German born Jan Kath was introduced to centuries-old weaving techniques at a young age. His designs incorporate the ancient art with his unique abstract aesthetic realized in silk and wool. His work, including the "Where is Bambi" rug pictured, was introduced at the 2010 International Contemporary Furniture Fair in New York City. All of his designs are completely customizeable in size, color and format (jan-kath.de).

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In spite of an early threat of thunderstorms and sweltering temperatures that made the faces of spectators as red as the Ferrari’s they were reflected in, an eager crowd of automotive enthusiasts toured the rolling fields around the Keene Barn at Keeneland for the 7th annual Keeneland Concours d’Elegance.

In addition to a world-class showing of invitation-only automobiles displayed on the verdant grounds, including Ferrari, the featured marquee, the event also featured exquisite wooden boats and an expanded motorcycle class with a combined value of close to $1million.

The Concours and related events benefitted the Kentucky Children’s Hospital. “It’s a delight to enjoy your passion and be able to do good works for the community, especially the Kentucky Children’s Hospital,” said Tom Jones, the event’s founder and chairman. “The people at Kentucky Children's Hospital who make that happen day in and day out are the real heroes in this grand scheme of things.”

A 1966 Lamborghini 350 GT owned by Kevin Cogan of Louisville was named the Judge’s Choice, while a 1959 Ferrari 259 GT Tour de France owned by The Patterson Collection of Louisville was awarded the Junior Judge’s Choice.

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Photography by Tony Bailey

2010 Winners Antique Through 1924 1919 Detroit Electric 75B Brougham owned by Jill & Gary Eippert Vintage, 1925-1949 1939 Buick Century 66C Convertible owned by F. Robert & Mariya Suchyta Classics through 1948 1931 Cadillac V12 Dual Cowl Phaeton owned by Cy Hanks Coach Built Classics 1933 Rolls Royce Phantom II Town Car owned by Greg Aarssen Ferrari Early 1955 Ferrari 250 GT Europe owned by Bob & Marianna Anderson Collector American 1949-1975 1965 Mercury Comet Caliente Convertible owned by Bill & Judy Detzel

Collector Foreign 1949-1972 1958 Porsche 356 Speedster owned by Jim Johnston

Wooden Power Boats 1926 Platzer Gold Cup Racer owned by Bill & Julie Monro

Sports Classic Through 1974 1968 Maserati Mistral Spyder owned by Ivan & Myrna Ruiz

Lost Legends 1946-1970 1957 Dual Ghia owned by Alex Campbell

Sports Contemporary 1975-1999 1987 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet, owned by Jim & Walwnw Borowske

Motorcycles Pre 1975, US 1947 Indian Chief owned by Gene Brown

Racing All Years 1940 Crosley Hotshot #19 owned by Tim Freshley

Motorcycles Pre 1975, Foreign 1952 Vincent Black Lightning owned by Gene Brown

Ferrari Racing All Years 1959 Ferrari 250 GT Tour de France owned by The Patterson Collection

Future Classics 2000 to Present 2010 Porsche GT 3 owned by David & Susan Hall

Ferrari Late 2004 Ferrari Enzo owned by Phil & Martha Bachman

Children’s Choice 1955 Studebaker Speedster Hardtop owned by Don & Marlene Bisceglia

American Performance 1961-1975 1964 Chevrolet Nova SS owned by Rick & Susan Willis

People’s Choice 1995 Ferrari F-50 owned by Don Bailey

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Pebble Beach Concours

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“It’s like winning the Kentucky Derby,” said Louisvillian Jim Patterson when asked to describe his emotions after his 1933 Delage D8S Roadster with coachwork by de Villars took Best of Show honors at the 60th annual Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. Over the course of its 77-year-history, the aristocratic motorcar, built on spec to be a darling at the 1934 Salon de Paris at the Grand Palais, was later called into service in the 1950s to transport guests of the Gran Hotel Velasquez in Madrid before being acquired by Patterson at auction in 2007.

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restoration under the auspices of RM of Ontario, Canada that continued up until a few months prior to its Pebble Beach showing. The 2010 win was the fourth Best of Show for RM. Waiting at the end of the podium alongside the Delage for the Best of Show announcement were two other strong contenders: a 1930 Duesenberg J Graber Cabriolet and a 1929 Bentley Speed Six Park Ward Open Two-Seater. Interestingly, the Delage is the first white car to win Best of Show at Pebble Beach. “This Delage has a short wheelbase that makes it look more rakish, but it still has a long and elegant look,” said Concours Chairman Sandra Button. “It did 110 miles-perhour in its day; it could race and was stunningly beautiful. This car could do it all; it embodied style, speed and comfort.”

A 1933 Delage owned by the Patterson Collection of Louisville wins Best of Show at Pebble Beach

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Left to right; Sir Stirling Moss, Lamborghini CEO Stephan Winkelmann, Jim Patterson Sr. and Jim Patterson, Jr. of Louisville, Harry Yeaggy of Cincinnati

Left to right; Mike Dunlap, Todd Blue, Antoinette, Kevin, Caroline & Candace Cogan, Jim Patterson, Jr. and Connie & Tom Jones of Lexington

Overall, a total of 255 cars and motorcycles representing 29 feature and special classes lined the 18th hole of Pebble Beach Golf Links, with owners hailing from 33 states and 14 countries. Alfa Romeo, Jaguar and Pierce-Arrow were the featured marques. Special classes included Hot Rod Lakesters and Bonneville Racers, the Ferrari 250 GT SWB Berlinetta, American Prewar Road and Racing Motorcycles, the centennial of the Indianapolis 500 auto race, and the styling of Ghia.

Outside of the show field, auto manufacturers used lavish displays and large tents to lure spectators into ogling their lineups and to debut new and/or special editions. On the concept lawn, Bentley Motors displayed the company’s new limited-edition Continental GTC and GTC Speed 80-11 models, designed exclusively for the North American Market.

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American debut alongside showings of the 911 GT3 R Hybrid racecar and the Cayenne S Hybrid.

Auctions held throughout the week leading up to and the night following the Concours continued to set world sales records. Gooding & Company, the official auction house of the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, sold more than $64.59 million in collector cars, including six world recordsetting sales: $7.26 million for a 1959 Ferrari 250 GTLWB California Spider Competizione; $6.71 million for a 1933 Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 Monza; $6.10 million for a 1961 Ferrari 250 GT SWB Berlinetta SEFAC Hot Rod; $2.64 million for a 1956 Maserati 200SI; $2.53 million for a 1951 Ferrari 340 America Spider; and $1.045 million for a 1937 Jaguar SS100.

“In addition to a packed auction tent brimming with new guests and enthusiasts from around the world, our highestever Pebble Beach weekend results speak for themselves and

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Mercedes-Benz tents at The Quail

A display of vintage Alfa Romeo’s at Pebble Beach

1942 Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 SS Bertone Coupé at Pebble Beach

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I couldn’t be happier,” said David Gooding, President and founder of Gooding & Company.

RM’s Sports & Classics of Monterey auction posted similar results, with $67 million in sales and an impressive 95 percent sell-through. Top bid getters at $4.62 million each were a 1938 Talbot-Lago T150-C Lago Speciale Teardrop Coupe and a 1954 Ferrari 375 MM Berlinetta.

Bonhams & Butterfields annual sale at Quail Lodge in Carmel celebrated its 13th anniversary with a world record sale for any Porsche sold at auction: $3.965 million for a remarkably interesting example of what enthusiasts have repeatedly voted as being 'The World's Greatest Sports Car' – the flat-12 cylinder, air-cooled Porsche 917. Despite the design's present age of over 40 years 917 performance will still – as one past World Champion driver put it "...still take the crease out of your trousers". The pool of bidders, over 1,000 in all, hailed from 29 countries around the world.

Now in its 8th year and continuing to gain momentum as a world class show in its own right, The Quail, a Motorsports Gathering, is notable for its intimate size and up-close-and-personal opportunity to admire rare collections of sports and racing driving machines, as well as an exceptional display of fine motorcycles. Held at the Quail Golf Club on the Friday prior to the Pebble Beach show, the show was limited to just 3,000 guests and featured day-long

gourmet dining al fresco at stations representing various regional and national cuisines, complemented by fine wines and spirits, and sponsor test drives and unveilings from the likes of Bugatti (public unveiling of the Super Sport), Ferrari (the California, 458 Italia and 599 GTO were on display) and Lamborghini (Gallardo LP 570-4 Superleggera). The show also marked a fitting occasion for Rolls-Royce Motor Cars to hand over the keys for its first bespoke Rolls-Royce Ghost to philanthropist and car collector Michael Fux. It was a sea of red at the 25th annual Concourso Italiano, held at the Laguna Seca Golf Ranch, within earshot of the famed Monterey Historic races taking place at nearby Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca. A celebration of Italian motoring, the event drew the likes of famed designer Tom Tjaarda, who was the lead designer of the Ferrari 330 2+2 Pininfarina Coupe and the Ferrari 365 GT California Pininfarina Spider, and Valentino Balboni, the former chief test driver of Lamborghini.

As euphoric as the week of events are for motoring enthusiasts, these annual gatherings are a boon for local charities, who are the beneficiaries of millions of dollars in donations generated from events such as the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance and The Quail.

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On her Collection Iris dress, Majorica jewelry On him Samuelsohn suit, Robert Talbot Estate button down and Robert Talbot tie

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Third time’s A charm Interior Designer Ron Wolz lends a contemporary take on classic design for a comfortably chic family home Written by Bridget Williams Photography by Eric Williams “We actually looked at this house on three separate occasions when it was listed for sale by three different owners,” said the wife of their classically styled, family-sized home in the Lime Kiln area. “While I loved it the first time, our children were small, and I was concerned about the swimming pool. The second time, someone else beat us to it. The third time we acted fast because we knew it was the house for us.”

Interior designer Ron Wolz of Bittners was selected by the homeowners for his characteristic fresh and youthful interpretation of traditional interior design, which allows the residence to exude a casual elegance that perfectly suits the home's structure and the lifestyle of its occupants.

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In the dining room, an Oushak rug from Fran Jasper ties in the yellow colors from the entry. The dining table was made by the custom woodwork shop at Bittners. The embroidered linen is from Cowtan & Tout and the chandelier is antique American.

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Bridging the transition from the living room to the outdoor terrace is a breezeway with regency-inspired built-in mahogany cabinetry and a wet bar, designed and installed by Atteberry Smith. The damask wallpaper in the hallway is from Zoffany.

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Faux bois walls in the study add to the room’s cozy appeal. Wool plaid drapery, mohair velvet on the ottoman, and a paisley pheasant print on the William and Mary chair are all from Ralph Lauren.

A rug from Fran Jasper in the entryway establishes the color story found throughout the home, which is softer than the homeowners’ previous residence. On the walls is a large-scale damask print paper from Zoffany.

Wallpaper with an architectural print also from Zoffany was chosen for the powder room between the entry hall and study.

At the end of the long hall near the doors leading to the covered terrace and pool area is a transitional-style center hall table that adds a more youthful feeling to the space. A regency-inspired runner was selected for the stairs to complement the existing black and white tiled floor. A Bittners’ made bench with hand-painted details is located near the terminus of the stairs.

The Tiffany blue hue that forms the base of the color scheme in the dining room is of particular affinity to the wife. An Oushak rug, also from Fran Jasper, ties in the yellow colors from the entry. The exquisite dining table was custom made by the custom woodwork shop at Bittners. Lovely embroidered linen from Cowtan & Tout was selected for the drapery. The chandelier is antique American.

Opposite the dining room is the husband’s favored retreat: a cozy study with faux bois painted walls. The clubby appeal is played up with sumptuous fabrics from Ralph Lauren including wool plaid drapery, mohair velvet on the ottoman, and a paisley pheasant print on the William and Mary chair.

Though it seems counterintuitive, overscaled bird prints on the walls actually make the room seem bigger, as well as adding a bit of drama.

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Subtle details abound in the living room, such as the monogrammed slipcover with a dressmaker’s pleated skirt on the Martha Washington chair and the Cowtan & Tout drapery with scalloped banding. The designer found the Martin Rollins pastoral scene hanging over the fireplace at B. Deemer Gallery. The Oushak carpet is from Anabel’s Oriental Rugs.

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The raised trim detail on the ceiling on the terrace is a detail carried over from the interior. Furnishings from Digs Home & Garden.

Verdant garden and pool views from the windows in the living room were the impetus for its design. Wolz selected coastal-inspired colors with judicious use of the unexpected – orange upholstery on the French chair, a Zebra print ottoman and a Lucite side table – to give the room a “sense of now,” to quote the designer. Subtle details abound, such as the monogrammed slipcover with a dressmaker’s pleated skirt on the Martha Washington chair and the Cowtan & Tout drapery with scalloped banding.

“It adds just a bit more luxury, like having a couture piece of clothing,” said Wolz. The designer found the Martin Rollins pastoral scene hanging over the fireplace at B. Deemer Gallery. The Oushak carpet from Anabel’s Oriental Rugs unites all of the room’s elements.

Bridging the transition from the living room to the outdoor terrace is a breezeway with regency-inspired built-in mahogany cabinetry and a wet bar designed by Atteberry Smith. Fine detailing continues with the nickel hardware on the cabinets and raised trim ceiling. The ceiling detail is carried over to the covered terrace, which boasts a gourmand’s outdoor kitchen with Wolf appliances. A stone balustrade marks the perimeter of the pool deck and stairs that lead to the lower lawn. The outdoor furnishings were purchased from Digs Home and Garden and pick up on motifs from the interior, such as Greek key and ikat prints.

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The covered terrace boasts a gourmand’s outdoor kitchen with Wolf appliances.

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Ken Fromme of Atteberry Smith designed the expansive kitchen. A furniture style armoire conceals the refrigerator. Interior designer Ron Wolz bought the architectural relic above the cooktop at auction to complement the marble subway tile backsplash and to lend a sense of antiquity to the newly constructed space. Floors are reclaimed hickory hardwood from the Pace-Brown Company.

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“On Point,” a printed cotton toile hunt scene by Brunschwig & Fils used for the wallcovering was the starting point for the breakfast room.

In executing the project, which also involved major renovations to the kitchen and related areas at the rear of the home, Wolz worked closely with kitchen designer Ken Fromme of Atteberry Smith, builder Mike Pfeifer and architect Tim Winters. “Ken’s attention to detail was phenomenal,” said Wolz. The expansive space boasts many accoutrements, including a furniture style armoire that conceals the refrigerator. Wolz bought the architectural relic above the cooktop at auction to complement the marble subway tile backsplash and to lend a sense of antiquity to the newly constructed space.

Also adding a sense of history are the reclaimed hickory hardwood floors from Pace-Brown Company. When a trio of distinct materials – stainless steel, Calcutta oro marble and mahogany – were proposed for the kitchen island, the wife was hesitant about proceeding. “Thinking about it kept me up at night. I was afraid it would look like a madras print, but after it was installed, I loved it,” said the wife.

The kitchen is open to a cozy hearth room whose seating area is anchored by an Egyptian rug from Fran Jasper that the homeowners’ brought from their previous residence. Drapery made with a printed linen from

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The seating area in the family room is anchored by an Egyptian rug from Fran Jasper. Drapery is made with printed linen from Schumacher. The herringbone sofa is Hickory Chair, while the ikat linen on the wing chair is Lee Jofa.

Schumacher plays down the rug’s vibrancy while bridging the colors. The herringbone sofa is Hickory Chair, while the ikat linen on the wing chair is Lee Jofa. Built-in bookcases flank the fireplace; its limestone and wood surround adds a feeling of old-world elegance. “On Point,� a printed cotton toile hunt scene by Brunschwig & Fils used for the wallcovering was the starting point for the breakfast room. Wolz likes its casual elegance and the atmosphere it creates for this cozy family space.

Leather chairs with brass nail heads add ruggedness.

In the rear stair hall Wolz selected a Brunschwig & Fils wall covering that mimics limestone to draw the eye up. With a plethora of built-ins for the trappings that accompany children and pets, this is a hardworking area that offers a place for everything and keeps the clutter from propagating elsewhere.

Thunderous footprints down the stairs announce the arrival of the children and their friends. Kitchen cabinets open and shut before the boisterous crowd settles on stools around the island or on the comfortable sofa in the hearth room. The old adage is certainly true for these patient homeowners: good things do come to those who wait. sl

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KaLightoscope Christmas at the Galt House Hotel

Beginning on November 18 and continuing through January 3rd, the Galt House Hotel will be aglow with KaLightoscope Christmas, a one-of-akind luminary event making its debut in the United States. More than six miles of colored and patterned fabrics and four miles of rope and internal lighting will adorn the individual luminary sculptures, which range in size from 15’-17’ tall and 9’-20’ wide, and were handcrafted by more than 30 Chinese artisans from Zigong, China.

“KaLightoscope Christmas will be a spectacular event that will bring to life the sites and sounds of the Christmas season in a way never before seen,” said Mary Moseley, President and CEO of The Al J. Schneider Co., parent company of the Galt House. “KaLightoscope Christmas is sure to excite attendees of all ages and will create lasting memories for years to come.”

In addition to KaLightoscope, the 2010 Holiday Event will include a brand new dinner show, “Colors of the Season”, specifically created for KaLightoscope Christmas by Gary Musick of Nashville, Tennessee and complemented by a gourmet three-course meal designed by a team of Galt House executive chefs; Mistletoe Marketplace and Retail Row, highlighting items from signature Louisville stores and regional artisans; the world’s largest, life-size Gingerbread Village, created entirely from edible ingredients; a variety of events featuring Santa and his elves such as breakfast with Santa and the Christmas Fairy, Santa’s story time and Santa’s PartyPalooza; and, musical performances by cast and student choirs from across the country.

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History Kentucky farms conquer a venerable Italian menu Written by Dr. Matthew Bessen Photography by Eric Williams Outside the heyday of the imperial Roman legions, the history of the Italian nation has been marked by the foreign armies whose heels have trod the familiar boot shaped peninsula. But whether it be Hannibal, the Normans, Napoleon or, most recently, the American G.I., I can tell you that the influence of these invaders on Italian culture and civilization is nearly invisible alongside that of the well known culinary invaders who have left their mark on the Italian kitchen. The tomato came from the new world, the water buffalo (as in buffalo mozzarella) from Asia, and Marco Polo may not have introduced spaghetti to his countrymen, but the Chinese were making noodles centuries before they debuted in Venice. With a history of so many successful cross pollinations, I should have been prepared for what Ellana and I encountered during an elaborate dinner at Frankfort Avenue’s well known restaurant, Porcini, where an array of fresh ingredients from the farms of Kentucky have conquered a venerable Italian menu.

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The interior at Porcini pays a respectful tribute to the softly illuminated traditional brick walled Roman trattoria, and although the masonry has the familiar American dimensions, as with its more slender authentic counterpart, dollops of grout playfully spill out to dot the walls with an aura of rustic antiquity. From our intimate table, we looked up into a virtual picket fence of assorted wine bottles circling the main dining area, which I imagine were partly a sound barrier, transforming the conversations of the animated diners to a congenial murmur. Our waiter, Giovanni (really his name, really a Kentucky native), helped proprietor Tim Coury assemble the evening’s menu and had been tasked with suggesting the wine pairings for the courses. We started with dry white Bolgheri vermentino, from the region of Livorno, on the Tuscan coast. The accompanying appetizer summer fare of heirloom tomato slices harvested from Chef John Plymale’s own acreage near Eminence - was extraordinary. Their colorful appellations (Mister Stripy, Pink Lady, Cherokee Purple, Lemon Boy) aptly described the tender discs with vibrant hues of a setting sun and hearty flavors made more savory alongside the light pear and pine of the vermentino, where each sip pressed an imaginary reset button on the palate.

The cool tomatoes were served with a warm, lightly breaded rectangle of Sapori d’Italia artisan goat cheese that smoothed the other tangy flavors.

Sapori d’Italia means “taste of Italy.” In my mind, I hear the words “it ain’t bragging if it’s the truth,” and to make the case for this Lawrenceburg, Kentucky cheesemaker dedicated to recreating the styles of regional Italian cheeses, Giovanni brought us an herb crowned tower of the snowy caciotta with a spicy side of pencil thin sautéed peppers of red, yellow and green and country style bread. Ellana said the cheese had an invigorating freshness and Chef John’s homegrown peppers gave the wine a subtle sweetness.

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reduction and a bright basil flower. The confectionary mode of the salad married well with a sparkling La Marca prosecco, from the Veneto region. The wine boasted hints of anise and eschewed the fruitiness that often characterizes this beverage.

The medley of hits from the summer garden was reprised in our pasta course: a basilico wrought from angel hair pasta, roasted garlic, grape tomatoes, spinach, fruity olive oil and parmigiano cheese. I took notice that the dish was served properly, in a warmed ceramic bowl, which kept the noodles supple and savory as we lingered over glasses of Chianti (Da VInci Reseva 2006.) The uncomplicated summer pasta and Tuscan table wine worked together to produce a hearty, earthy, perhaps manly recipe.

Chef John Plymale has been in charge of the Porcini kitchen since its opening 18 years ago. I take this to be a testament of not only skill, but also his flexibility and a willingness to explore new opportunities. Aside from telling Ellana and me about the time he tried to tempt proprietor Coury by reporting to him that he had found a spot in Venice where the two could locate a second restaurant, he displayed these qualities to us by offering six different entrees arranged in two “flights� of three selections each.

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precise medium rare coated with an intense mushroom and beef broth glaze, and a sharply grill marked salmon filet in a honey and blood orange glaze, perched on a sophisticated white bean salad. The beans had the firm texture that signifies freshness, and benefitted from combination with bits of prosciutto, tomato and spinach. My trio was a veal scallopini in a lemon caper butter sauce flanked on the left by a rack of lamb in Madeira wine sauce, with a seared black surface that gave way to a silky ruby colored interior, and on the right by a portion of grilled grouper balanced on a creamy cake of polenta and nestled against a wild mushroom compote with roasted shallots and garlic. In keeping with the theme of Kentucky farmers conquering gourmet Italian cuisine, Giovanni told me the mushrooms were produced by Sheltowee Farm of Salt Lick.

Giovanni had the challenge of presenting a wine flight that could satisfy two diners with two different dinners and one set of high expectations. For the fish and shrimp, he offered a familiar name, Ferrari-Carano, but instead of the delicate Carneros chardonnay, it was the Alexander Valley Tre’ Terre.

We loved this wine for its unabashed oak and bold fruitiness, the things we loved about chardonnay the first time we tasted it way back when. For the salmon and veal, the selection was a Marco Cecchini Refosco. This vineyard has championed indigenous grapes from its northern Italian Friuli-Venezia

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region, and this was my introduction to the Refosco, which had a mixture of wild berry and muted tannins that did not overpower the light fleshed entrees. The hearty choice was a Rosenblum Cellars Heritage Clones 2007 Petite Syrah from Contra Costa County in the San Francisco Bay area. It yielded an impressive mélange of violet, blackberry and spice to accent the rich lamb and beef tenderloin portions.

In many ways, the Porcini menu takes a reverential approach to constructing the classic Italian meal. Dessert, however, was Chef John’s opportunity to depart from the usual traditions and display his flair for the original. Giovanni was still cautious and started us with a delightful Nivole Muscato d’Asti, a sweet wine from the Piedmont region with a low alcohol content that makes it perfect for dessert. He then brought an astonishing assortment of ices. Arrayed like a traffic signal laid sideways, there was frosty plum colored ball of blood orange ice on top of a grilled slice of the same, a custard color ball or lemon ice, again on a grilled slice of fruit, and last, peach ice on a slice of grilled peach from Bray Orchards of Henry County. The grilling was inspired and added pizzazz to the easygoing fresh fruit taste of the ices. Another inspiration produced a grand cube of tiramisu with white chocolate, mint, and a whipped cream crown decorated by three chocolate-coated espresso beans. Of course it tasted as good as it sounds. Last, we confronted a pair of dainty cannoli in an “X” arrangement, each the size of a roll of quarters, with the wrappers composed of almonds rather than the traditional fried dough, and brilliantly garnished with strawberry fans and mint leaves.

Despite a great deal of attention from our hosts, we did let our eyes wander to a white bean, chicken and fontina pizza served on a miniature wooden peel at a neighboring table. This alone may be sufficient reason for a return visit to Porcini. Until then, we will remember the evening for the way the celebrated style and tradition of Italian cuisine was elevated by the freshest and most sophisticated local produce from Kentucky, or anywhere else. sl

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The wife selected the hearth room's focal point: a striking basketweave tile by Unique Tile on the firebox.

Building a new home can often be a daunting proposal, fraught with seemingly endless options and potential pitfalls.

Fortunately, for a young family facing such an undertaking, a serendipitous meeting at the home of a friend aligned them with Heath O’Leary and Julie Ensor, the builder and interior designer that would help them realize their vision for a gracious family home.

Ensor is a graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design, whose interior design experience includes time spent working under Anthony P. Browne, a British-born interior designer, at Ralph Lauren and Bittners, and in the family luxury homebuilding business before establishing Blue J Design. She welcomed the luxury of working with architect Dan Fultz and being involved in the project from the get-go. “SO many people wait to bring in an interior designer, when in reality their input is vital from the start. You have to get the bones right before considering the interior design,” she said.

The homeowners are enamored with Georgian styling and the exterior of the home certainly embodies stately characteristics inherent in homes of this genre. “We branded it a gracious home, and all of the decisions were based on what that word conjures – politeness, welcoming and accommodating,” said Ensor.

A buying trip to the Merchandise Mart in Chicago procured what Ensor calls the “magic fabric” – an Osborne and Little printed linen used in the breakfast room – that served as the jumping off point for the entire interior color palette.

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In the entry, a bold damask print wallcovering and circular staircase draw the eye upward. A center hall table unexpectantly topped with a lovely lamp rather than a floral arrangement was selected by Ensor to give the space a more “homey” appeal.

Looking around from room to room, one is quick to note the unabashed use of a rainbow of subdued color on the walls, upholstery, drapery and even the ceilings, the latter being a favored technique of designer Anthony Browne that Ensor adopted as her own. Ensor pointed out that, “In some instances a person may not necessarily notice that the ceiling in the dining room is apricot-colored, but it really flatters skin tones and makes everyone glow.”

Throughout the main living areas, Ensor took great pains to make them appear as though the furnishings had been collected over time rather than decorated in short order. For instance, the reproduction Oushak rug in the living room is faded and soft, mimicking years of gentle use. The seemingly disparate mixture of prints selected for the drapery and upholstery initially caused the wife a great deal of trepidation until the final installation made her a cheerleader of Ensor’s vision. “She kept assuring me that she wouldn’t lead us astray,” said the wife.

One of Ensor’s design philosophies is that, “If you try to make everything be a star, then nothing shines,” so she carefully selects a focal point for each room. The living room was designed to emphasize an angelic portrait of the couple’s children hanging above the fireplace. A television is carefully hidden behind a mirror above an antique chest so as not to compete for attention.

In the entry, a bold damask print wallcovering and circular staircase draw the eye upward. A center hall table unexpectantly topped with a lovely lamp rather than a floral arrangement was selected by interior designer Julie Ensor to give the space a more “homey� appeal.

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Furniture-style, cream-colored cabinetry in the spacious kitchen, crafted by Artistic Kitchens, artfully conceals utilitarian appliances. A large center island boasts a bluegreen finish with a butcher-block top

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Throughout the main living areas, Ensor took great pains to make them appear as though the furnishings had been collected over time rather than decorated in short order. For instance, a reproduction Oushak rug in the living room is faded and soft, mimicking years of gentle use.

Centrally positioned to service the dining, hearth and living rooms, a well-equipped bar area features hand-painted cabinetry by Artistic Kitchens, Cambria countertops and Moroccan star wallpaper on the walls and ceiling.

A pair of wide doorways linking the living room and kitchen/hearth room allows each to flow seamlessly into one another. The wife selected the hearth room’s focal point: a striking basketweave tile by Unique Tile on the firebox.

Furniture-style, cream-colored cabinetry in the spacious kitchen, also crafted by Artistic Kitchens, artfully conceals utilitarian appliances. A large center island boasts a blue-green finish with a butcher-block top. Sitting at the bar, one can see the rainbow of colors used on the walls and ceilings in the various rooms and appreciate the masterful use of patterns and textures that unite each area.

Wood floors transition to stone in the adjacent breakfast room, where an oversized, but delicately constructed, iron chandelier with silver-leaf finish hangs from the vaulted ceiling above a hand-hewn circular table. The walls have a very subtle painted stripe finish in blue and cream.

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A service hall leading to the garage contains what Ensor calls a “lipstick station,” a designated area near the door to the garage where the lady of the house can put down her bag and look in the mirror to check her lipstick. The service hall features built-ins to keep the children’s shoes, bags and coats orderly; the wife’s cheery home office; and a sunny laundry room with windows overlooking the front lawn.

The lower level pays homage to the homeowners' love of sport, with an extensive collection of memorabilia on the walls in the billiard room. A unique climate-controlled wine cellar is exquisite enough with its cork floors and brick ceiling, but the homeowners are quick to cite a painting by the husband’s mother as the pièce de résistance.

A particular point of pride for the husband is a sophisticated, state-of-the-art total home management system installed by Visual Concepts that can do everything from control the lighting to provide multiple camera views of the children at play in the yard, from anywhere in the world. Out-of-sight enhancements include a geothermal system and spray foam insulation.

A unique climate-controlled wine cellar is exquisite enough with its cork floors and brick ceiling, but the homeowners are quick to cite a painting by the husband’s mother as the pièce de rÊsistance.

Ensor selected an apricot color for the ceiling in the dining room for its ability to flatter all skin tones.

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Comfortable lounge chairs from Brown Jordan provide repose in the grass surrounding the rectangular pool with limestone coping.

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Outside, covered terraces span the rear of the main level and are designed to function as separate “rooms”. All of the exterior furnishings are from Brown Jordan.

Outside, covered terraces span the rear of the main level and are designed to function as separate “rooms,” all outfitted with furniture from Brown Jordan. There is a private retreat accessed from the master suite, a grillmeister domain and a living room-like seating arrangement in front of a fireplace that features a television concealed behind a pair of shutters. Comfortable lounge chairs

provide repose in the grass surrounding the rectangular pool with limestone coping. A portion of the terrace divides the lawn and keeps the pool area separate from the children’s playscape.

“The way this stylish young family lives really shines through in every room, both inside and out, which makes their home a haven,” said Ensor. sl

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IdeaFestival Packed with Magnetic Luminaries Written by Steve Wilson

Adriana Duque (Colombian). Daniel (Serie Infantes), 2009. Photograph.

There is one superstar in the world of graphic design, and he is internationally known: Stefan Sagmeister.

Sagmeister is going to be one of the most interesting and creative s p e a k e r s a t I d e a Fe s t i v a l (IdeaFestival.com), which was founded in 2000 and is being held in Louisville from September 29 to October 2. Sagmeister’s whirlwind appearance includes flying into Louisville from London, where he is working on a project, speaking at 9 a.m. on September 30 at the Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts and immediately flying to Belgium, where another client is patiently waiting. He is so good that clients do wait, even if he takes off work for a year-long sabbatical in Bali, which he did last year.

Sagmeister has won two Grammies - most recently for his work for David Byrne and some years ago for the Talking Heads box set. A few years ago, he was recommended to me by our Museum Plaza architect, Joshua Prince-Ramus. Since then, I am proud to say that Sagmeister has become a very close friend.

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Right." It is a simple statement but one that is at the root of all wars, arguments, divorces and many other everyday conflicts.

Sagmeister created the installation and 21c Museum Hotel helped bring it to Louisville to coincide with the 2008 festival.

Sagmeister is only one of approximately forty speakers scheduled to appear at this year’s extravaganza of talented thinkers and trendsetters. No matter where you live in the tri-state area, you simply must attend some portion of IdeaFestival.

We are extraordinarily lucky that Louisville was chosen as the site for this annual event.

Two other friends who are on the program are Ruby Lerner, executive director and president of Creative Capital in New York City, and musician Ben Sollee, who is from right here in Kentucky and has reached international fame since I first met him.

An alignment of cultural and economic conditions allowed Lerner’s organization, Creative Capital, to harness venture capital concepts and strategically apply them to the art world. In “Creating the Artful Organization," Lerner will discuss Creative Capital's inception, its novel approach – which includes support for the project and its artists, as well as public engagement – and lessons learned, all of which are relevant to

From left: videographer Marty Benson, cellist Ben Sollee, tour manager Katie Benson, and percussionist Jordon Ellis cycled from Beaufort to Savannah Thursday for a gig at Blowin’ Smoke BBQ. The four are traveling by bike on tour from Wilmington, NC to Jacksonville, Fla. (John Carrington/Savannah Morning News)

Talking Heads ‘Once in a Lifetime’ collection with cover paintings by the Russian contemporary artists Vladimir Dubossarsky and Alexander Vinogradox.

any innovation-driven enterprise. The other panel members are four unique artists: Jae Rhim Lee, Brent Green, Sanford Biggers and George Legrady. Their discussion will take place on Saturday, October 2 at 12 noon at the Kentucky Center.

Ben Sollee, a young musician with a haunting voice and extraordinary talent on any stringed instrument, will present "Beautiful Limitations: Bicycles, Music, and Community-Based Touring." His cello and his songs have taken him around the world. Now he is taking them around the U.S. by bicycle. At IdeaFestival, Sollee will explore, in words and performance, the idea of sustainability in music touring, a community-based approach to performing, and how the physical limitations of the bicycle transcend social and economic boundaries. Sollee performs on Thursday, September 30 at 7:45 p.m., also at the Kentucky Center.

At the moment, I am sitting in the Atlanta Airport on the way to Bogotá, Columbia, to check out the art in that country. If I find the quality of artwork that I expect to and accommodations that I can recommend, I hope to take a group of friends and art collectors to Columbia later in the year. Laura Lee and I have exhibited a few pieces of Columbian work that we found at art fairs, but we have never been to Colombia. I am looking forward to this four-day adventure and hope that I find enough reason to go back and share it with others. sl

Steve Wilson is a philanthropist and arts patron who seeks to engage the public with contemporary art in new ways.

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AN ARTFUL AFFAIR

The executive rooftop apartment above 21C, designed by renowned architect Deborah Berke was the setting for An Artful Affair, an evening of art and spirits with the infamous Red Penguins,

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Judy Abel, Carol Whayne, Suzanne Wallace Whayne, Kate Foulds

Peter & Judy Wayne, Paula & Anne Tipton

Roy Mattingly, Lee Kirkwood

Helen Prittie, Rosemary Kirkwood, Jeanne James, Paul Palleti

Gary Stewart, Jamie Swyers, Walter Martin, Marty Simone

Winona Shiprek, Polly Coombs, JoAnn Gammon

Joe Shipwrek, Nancy Laird, Paul Tipton

Gail Martin, Tawana Hughes

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Governor’s Cup

The Governor's Cup is a two-day event that benefits Visually Impaired Preschool Services. Held in conjunction with the annual Coach's Press Conference to kick off the football rivalry between U of L and UK, VIPS hosts a Cocktail Party & Auction the evening prior and a Golf Tournament the next day following press activities. Annually, the Governor's Cup events raises approximately $150,000 each year for VIPS.

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June & Mike Bowman

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Scott & Jill Roby, Caroline & Mike Johnson

Diane Nelson, Kelly Cooke

Stephanie Dobson, Kathy Bircheler

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Emily Skiles, Amy Graham, Kelly Smith, Leslie Pounds

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In April of this year, Kenneth Black, a sous chef at Napa River Grill, was killed in a motorcycle accident in Louisville, just shy of his 25th birthday. Kenny was a beloved member of the staff at Napa who had worked his way through culinary school at Sullivan University while working at the restaurant. To honor his memory, Napa hosted a Culinary Cup golf tournament at the Cardinal Club for the Kenneth Black Memorial Scholarship Fund to benefit a Sullivan University student.

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JD Rothberg, Dexter Mines, Victoria Black, Dianah Mines, Keedyn Meadows, Terrah Black, David Malthaner, Emily Walz, Shane Hall

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French white wines were the featured varietal at the summer tasting event hosted by Louisville Uncorked. Held at the Mellwood Arts Center, proceeds from the event benefitted the Brain Injury Alliance of Kentucky.

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Teri Christensen, Allison Roger, Judette Baylon

Jeff Olszewski, Sarah Kopke-Jones, Darcie Olszewski, Gant Jones

Sarah Smith, Bella Bortaro, Amber Geoff

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Northwestern Mutual Event

Northwestern Mutual invited young professional leaders from several organizations, including the American Red Cross-Louisville’s Crossing Generations program, the Fund for the Arts NeXt program, the Urban League and Teach Kentucky to celebrate the Fourth of July holiday. More than 100 guests enjoyed an evening of cruising on the CQ Princess and fireworks over the Ohio River.

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Leslie Powell, Rob King

Nichole & Steve Daniels, Dan Rivers

Chris & Sarah Brice

Alex Kuebbing, Connie Ferch

Ashley Wolfe, Nicholas Spurlock, Greg Simms, Claire Misbach

Kristin & Loren Wingfeld

Matt Fillipps, Lauren Libert, Bryan Baker, Chris Bailey

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Woman's Club of Louisville

Elois Landrum hosted the monthly luncheon for the Woman’s Club of Louisville at the Regency Tower at Seminary Woods. The event was catered by J. Harrod’s and an informal reception followed in Elois Landrum’s condo. Guests were given tours of the luxury condominium development after the luncheon.

Faye Berry, Anna Risen and Diane Stuckert

Rita Bell, Carolyn Parrot and Carolyn Bruce

Beverly Meyer, Elois Landrum, Lisa Buckler and Bonnie Burk

Mary Crain and Sue Tongberg

Sherry Baird, Skeet Jones and Shirley Mahan

Patricia Klinck, Elois Landrum and Carolyn Bruce

Flo Baldridge, Joan McCombs and Anita Kuvin

Beth Javier and Marlene Weisberg

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Cheers for the Children

A cocktail reception hosted by Porcini Restaurant and Oxmoor Auto Group raised more than $80,000 for the Porcini Children’s Foundation. The event was held in conjunction with an annual charity golf outing at Big Spring Country Club.

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Jean & Bill Shewciw, Margaret & Chris Woodside, Diana & Bill Schmied

Wes Sights, Mike Houlihan, Doug Hall

Margaret Browning, Judy Abel, John Browning

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Tom Mussleman, Doug Washbish, Kelly Pfeiffer, Bob Arnold

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Shakespeare with the Stars

The Kentucky Shakespeare Festival celebrated the 50th anniversary of Shakespeare in Central Park with a gala event held on the 25th floor of the Humana Building.

“Shakespeare with the Stars” featured some of Louisville’s well-known business leaders, celebrities and personalities as they perform scenes and sonnets from some of Shakespeare’s greatest works.

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Marjorie Dufek, Barbara Sexton Smith, Dawne Gee

Jessica Thompson, Ziggy Zubric

Sarah Provancher, Ruth Smith , Julie Smith

Cheri Sims, Liz Everman, Brantley & Madison Dunaway

Pamela Dipasqule, Jim Wilson, Sean Ragland

Ralph & Tammy Dachabert, Jim Welch, Majorie Dufek

Diane Watts-Roy, Sarah Ivens, Debbie Huddleston

Tiffany Lavoie, Stewart Mitchell, Jeff Watts-Roy

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A Roast to Toast

Meghan's Mountain Charitable Foundation hosted a roast for Hall of Fame Retired U of L Basketball Coach Denny Crum, as its founder, Meghan Steinberg, celebrated five years cancer free. Held at the Wildwood Country Club, Crum was toasted by the likes of West Virginia Coach Bobby Huggins; sports writer and author Billy Reed; horse trainer D. Wayne Lukas; and Bill Olsen, athletic director at U of L from 1980-1997, among others.

The evening included live entertainment by “Cancer Has Talent”, which features four children, now fighting or in remission from cancer. Event proceeds will help Meghan’s Mountain provide “direct patient care” for cancer patients and their families.

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Stan & Cindy Springer

Phil & Evalyn Grossman, Lee Grossman

David & Ronda Cosby

Phyliss & Bruce Blue

Bob Huggins, Denny Crum, Billy Reed, D.Wayne Lukas, Bill Olsen

Donnie & Carla Whitaker, Kristy & Eric Rowan

Sandy Montgomery, Heather Falmen

Aaron & Christy Newman

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Lounge Act SOMETHING YOU CAN ASPIRE TO.

DIGS is the place to redefine outdoor living with timeless designs, ageless beauty and exceptional quality. Visit both stores to see the extraordinary selection of outdoor furniture, planters, pots, and so much more to help perfect your lounge act.

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An Evening of Hope in Casablanca

Manuel Grimaldi, M.D. was awarded the 2010 Physician of the Year and Rose Phillips was given the 2010 Spirit of Hope Award at “An Evening of Hope in Casablanca� gala to benefit the American Cancer Society. The elegant event, held at The Galt House, featured a gourmet dinner, late-night dancing, spectacular silent and live auctions, and a fast-paced fashion show.

Lathon Logan & Gina McMillian

Jacom Zimmer, Jessica Moore

Janet & Charlie Dannaher, Mike & Margie Kommer

Karen Newman, Clint & Laurie Kaho

Luciaetta Ivey, Chris Rich

Dr. Bryan Thorton, Dr. Tiffany Berry

Tiffany Hobbs, Johann Steimle

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Tammy Keenan, Ann Massey

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ARTavenue 2010

Luxury homebuilder Ron Wolford and his wife Martha turned their Spring Farm Glen home into an art gallery for Artavenue, a fine art, antiques and collectibles exhibition and sale benefitting Kosair Children’s Hospital. Sam Swope BMW sponsored an opening reception and donor preview party.

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Robin Cramer, Jackey Burkey, Julie Sandman

Scott Nussbaum, Martha Brown Wolford, Allen Martin

Marlene Schaffer, Michael Donohue

Rhonda Trass, Theresa Lehmann

Carla Schmiedeler, Lynnie Myer

Steve Sandman, Molly & Ed Davis

Tim & Ron Wolford with LouLou

Amanda Wilkerson, Jamie Wolford

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And Chloe frequently visits to share a story and a smile.

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Bourbon & Bowties

Chef Dean Corbett invited several of Louisville’s top chefs to join him for the inaugural “A Taste of Corbett’s: Bourbon & Bowties” to benefit Kosair Children’s Hospital through the Children’s Hospital Foundation. The sold-out event treated 400 guests to chef-prepared hors d’ oeuvres, a live auction and the opportunity to purchase an exclusive bowtie designed in conjunction with the event to honor the memory of Charles Gant, an eight-year-old who succumbed to viral encephalitis in 2009.

Photography by Chad Henle

Mike & Julie Hinson, Gail & John Russell, Cindy McCarthy

Ferando Davila, Jill Reading, Jerry Zagart, Charlotte & Mike Meyer

Mary Stuckert, Mark Shiflet

Ned Bass & Rene Monroe

Dr. Chris & Becky Mcclellan

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Kevin & Lisa Knight

Sherry & Stephen Wilmes

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Dean Corbett, Jen Cuntz

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Celebration of Life

Friends and family of the late David Schneider as well as those united in the fight against cancer gathered at the parkside home of Janice Carter Levitch for a cocktail buffet co-hosted by Janice and Sandy Montgomery in tribute to Schneider, who lost his battle with cancer in 2008. Proceeds from the event allow Kids Acting Against Cancer to award a scholarship in honor of Schneider to a cancer survivor in need.

Sandy Montgomery, Dr. Dan Miller, John Hubbuch

Cathy Schneider, Barbara Partlow

Michael & Geron Cadden, Pete McCarthy

Alana, Sarah Carter and Janice Carter Levitch, Kathy Siebe

Tim & Patti Coury

Stephanie Brunstetter, Chip & Amy Hamm, Lisa & Paul Moretti

Jeff Skelton & Critt Hunter

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Douglas Riddle, Kay Matton

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Visit the Keeneland Shop’s newest location – The Lexus Store of Lexington.

Night of a 1000 Laughs

Gilda’s Club Night of a Thousand Laughs featured a cocktail reception and a live comedy show by Second City Chicago followed by an after party in the atrium and courtyard of Kindred Healthcare. Proceeds will help Gilda’s Club continue to provide free support for everyone living with cancer – men, women, teens and children – along with their families and friends.

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Lee & Jack Hancock, Margaret & John Woods

Drew Fellon, Edith Halbleib

Eleanor & Lloyd Raymond

Ted Loebenberg, Michele Beam, Victor Agruso, Stacye Love

Grace Barlow, Audra Rankin, Mac Deegan, Hunter Rankin

Jeanne & Bill Shircliff

Kathleen & Norman Sarver

Ed & Bernadette Hamilton, Julie & Bobby Baker, Terri & Steve Bass

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Old Is New

Locust Grove hosted a donor and volunteer reception to unveil the completion of a comprehensive two-year renovation that includes historically accurate paint colors, rugs, textiles, and a custom wallpaper based on the Arabesque design by the French firm of Reveillon and recreated for the historic home by Adelphi Wall Hangings.

Photography by Chad Henle

Hal Hughes, Agnes & Harry White

Lynne & Roger Boone

Jack & Elaine Colley

John Hamilton, Diane Statler

Jeanne Burke, George Plager, Alba Jennings

Dan & Patricia Klinck

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Properties for Rent Greenbriar Sporting Club

• Architectural design features an open floor plan with classic oak hardwoods and beautiful tile flooring throughout.

• An absolutely stunning kitchen features a convenient center island, Kohler fixtures, Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, “Under Cabinet Lighting” and of course, granite countertops.

• Take in year-round views of the Alleghny Mountains and Howard’s Creek from the rocking-chair front porch or the peaceful, screened-inback porch.

• Sturdy construction is highlighted by Western Red Cedar siding complimented by a classic shake roof.

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reath taking mountain and water views only steps away from fishing and the Greenbrier resort. An adorable 3 Bedroom, 3.5 Bathroom Howard’s Creek hideaway with plenty of room and convenient access to all the services and amenities offered by the Greenbrier Resort, The Greenbrier Sporting Club is a private, residential sporting community and club on the 6,500-acre grounds of the legendary Greenbrier.

• Enjoy fishing mere steps away from your new home in Howard’s Creek or take a short walk to the Greenbrier resort for a full range of activities and amenities at America’s oldest private club.

• Spacious home featuring 3,165 square feet built on a large lot, 0.578 acres.

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nything but ordinary, it’s spectacular! Enjoy entertaining family and friends in this custom 5BR/5.5BA, with granite countertops, custom cabinetry, vaulted ceilings, open floor plan, spacious rooms, tiled baths, 2 covered decks, exterior stone fireplace, 2 full kitchens, 2 living areas, 2 master suites, single car garage, view of Trillium’s 7th fairway, and much more. Membership is an appurtenance to the property.

Design Elements Stacked Stone Fireplaces Hardwood Flooring Stainless Steel Appliances Granite Countertops & Custom Cabinetry Large Covered Decks Exterior Fireplace Large Master Suite Trillium Links & Lake Club Amenities Direct Lake Access/Boats/Boat Docks Landings Restaurant and Pavilion & The Clubhouse 18-Hole Championship Golf Course Tennis, Fitness Center, & Spa at Apple Orchard Park Outdoor Pool/Hot Tub Hiking/Mountain Biking/Horseback Riding Camp Trillium & Adventure Club

Trillium For more Information Contact Jgarlington@mac.com

Taste of Dreams

Proceeds from the 5th annual Taste of Dreams event, held at the Mellwood Arts & Entertainment Center, benefit Dreams with Wings, an organization whose mission is to empower individuals with mental retardation, developmental disabilities and autism as they recognize their strengths, contribute to their community and pursue their dreams.

Photography by Chad Henle

Cliff Rompf, Jon Baron, Sherry Rompf

Brad & Amy Keller, Rob & Holly Craby

McCall Scheen, Clay Hunt, Lexy Scheen, Suzanne Ammerman, Mary Scheen

Tom Payette, Cathleen Reno, Chick Sullivan

Jane & John Kane, Margaret Bramley

Nancy Sitz, Janice Crush

Robert & Jennifer Hughes

Jennifer & Sophia Frommeyer, Barry Denton, Abbie Gilbert

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A Toast for Caring

A total of $50,000 was raised for Hosparus as part of the second annual “A Toast for Caring� event held at GJ and Heather Hart's home, Fleur-de-lis Farm. Hosparus is the region's leading hospice care provider, serving more than 5,000 patients annually in Kentucky and Southern Indiana.

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Heather & GJ Hart

Mark & Lisa Eley

Michelle & Bob Clark

Susan & Keith Inman

Lori Scott, Phil Marshall, Lynnie Meyer

Ned Bass, Jancie Carter-Levitch, Karen Goldsmith, Howard Klempner

Bob & Kelly Koetter, Charlotte & Bob Korfage

Lisa & Steve Smith

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become one with nature

(clothing required) Join us Saturday, September 18th, 2010 for a casual evening at Ashbourne Farms to support the Nature Conservancy of Kentucky whose mission is to preserve the plants, animals and natural communities of our world.

Hors d’oeuvres , Dinner and Performances by Hog Operations and special guest Joan Shelley Ashbourne Farms 3800 Old Westport Road LaGrange, KY 40031 ❧ Experience authentic Kentucky Bluegrass music ❧ Jonathan Hoekstra - Senior Scientist, Gulf Coast Restoration and lead author to “The Atlas of Global Conservation” ❧ Dress in “blue jeans chic” attire ❧ Enjoy a fantastic meal of locally and organically grown Kentucky foods by Wiltshire Pantry ❧ Bid on exclusive one-of-a-kind LIVE auction items ❧ All proceeds benefit Conservation in Kentucky ❧ Valet Parking

Advanced reservations required, tickets $165. Please call Amanda Sparrow at (859) 259-9655 Ext. 52 or e-mail asparrow@tnc.org

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Sophisticated Living

Sophisticated Living co-hosted a cocktail reception with John and Elizabeth Lenihan at Waterford, the Lenihan’s Glenview estate, which was featured on the cover of the July/August issue.

Ted Jackson, Dale Boden, Tommy Elliot

Kelli & Matt Campbell, Stacye Love, Penny Love

Michael & Debbie Simon

Carrie King, Terri Bass

Ben Jackson, Dr. Shawn Glisson, Linda Jackson, John Lenihan, Kent Oyler, Vickie Yates-Brown

Sandra Frazier, Douglas Riddle

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Gant Hill, Rosemary Hocker

John & Theresa Bondurant, Mathew Boone Gardiner

Steve & Nikki Staley

Owen & Beverly Thompson

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Susan Rainey Maguire & Dr. Sean Maguire

Phil & Cheryl Parish, Michael Tierny

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Squirrel Bend Estate, a spectacular private retreat nestled against the famed Au Sable River in Grayling Michigan, has everything any outdoorsman would ever need just steps away - trout fishing, hunting, snowmobiling - yet all the modern conveniences of a luxury home. Nearby, Forest Dunes Golf Club, just named one of Michigan’s “Best Courses you can Play” by Golfweek (May 2010), provides a brilliant homage to golf at its purest in Northern Michigan’s Huron National Forest.

The 20+ acre Family Estate includes the main lodge offering 3500+ square feet of living space, a Great Room boasting a 30’ see-through fireplace that towers into the cathedral ceiling, six bedrooms, and 3 & 1/2 luxurious baths. The quaint Guest Cottage with its own classic stone fireplace offers four bedrooms, plus one bath. Both residences have been recently updated with new appliances throughout plus granite countertops, and are tastefully decorated with full wall built-ins, hardwood parquet floors, exposed beams, and knotty pine - synonymous with any fine Northern Michigan Lodge - covers all the walls & ceilings. The screened 3-season house allows for great outdoor entertaining!

The accommodations are perfect for private family gatherings, extended fishing expeditions, or corporate retreats.

Offered at $1,295,000.00

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Contact Paul at 859-496-0888 or email paul@archwaysmcd.com for more details and to schedule a showing.

Tuxes & Tails

"Cowboy Cats and Denim Dogs� was the theme of the 17th annual Tuxes & Tails black tie event to benefit the Kentucky Humane Society. This signature event raises funds that enable KHS to continue their mission of helping animals in need.

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Ron & Mel Fisher with Angel

Joyce & Skip Berry

Byron & Lawanna Morris

Chuck & Sherry Crosby

Nick & Jeannie Gardner with Edgar

Cynthia & Josh Fackler

Judy & Jeff McGowan

Ned Bass, Renee Monroe

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Golfing Like It’s 1910

Cassidy Turley/Harry K. Moore sponsored a unique golf tournament honoring Cabbage Patch’s 100 years of service to the community. Close to 100 golfers gathered at Valhalla and nearly all donned vintage-style golf attire, including knickers, argyle socks and Payne Stewart-style caps. The $90,000 raised will support two core programs of The Cabbage Patch – the Educational Opportunities Program and the Recreation/Youth Development Program.

Kevin Hoffman, Powell Spears, Tom Foote, Doug Owen

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Kathy Foster, Polly Williams, Patrice Paton, Edie Wells

Robert Birman, David Y Wood Sr,

Terry Bauer

Clark Johnson, Mark Pfeifer

Tom Blincoe

Tracy Holladay, Vandell Wood, Ralph Riccardi, Mike Bell

Ralph Riccardi, Chris Heller, Tee Green, Terry Bauer

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Cakebread

Steve and Terri Bass hosted a private cocktail reception at their Mockingbird Gardens home in honor of long-time friend Dennis Cakebread of Napa Valleybased Cakebread Cellars, who was in town to host at special vintner dinner at Napa River Grill.

Photography by Eric Williams

Steve and Terri Bass, Dennis Cakebread

John Shaw-Woo and Dr. Shiao Woo

Majid and Debbie Ghavami

Dorris and Steve McGuire

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Steven Tonn, Mandy Tyler, Brett Davis, MS

Katie and Andrew Smith

Mo and Rick Mitchell

Staphanie and Mike Moskal, Kaveh Zamanian and Heather Bass

Viki and Paul Diaz

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26th Annual Bourbon Ball: Straight Up! The Henry Clay ~ October 2, 2010 7pm - 12 Midnight After Party at 21c Museum Hotel For more information visit: www.KentuckyBourbonBall.org or contact Karen Welch ~ 502.589.0102 or KarenWelch@KentuckyArts.org FUND FOR THE

Bluegrass International Cup

Organizers of the 4th annual Bluegrass International Cup at Polo in the Park were forced to play a delicate game of stop-and-go as intermittent showers and storms throughout the day leading up to the event threatened to compromise the playing field at the Kentucky Horse Park. A serendipitous break in the weather allowed the match between Sophisticated Living Team USA and Gainesway Farm Team South Africa to proceed without interruption. Mother nature even provided an additional bonus: a gorgeous double rainbow spread out across one end of the field following a brief shower that served to cool off players, tent patrons and tailgaters alike. In the end Team USA prevailed with a final score of 13-11.

Sergio Desousa, Kathleen Sullivan, Karen Wolfsdort

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Adam & Sarah Hayens

Mackenzie Royce, Bridget Williams, Becky Goodman, Jennie Garlington, Jen Dotson

Mike Owens, Susan Speckert, Sarah Fishback, Dave Fishback, Helen Maclatchy

Jennie & Peek Garlington

Griffin Mayer, Jennifer Angelulli, Martie Mayer

Elizabeth and Herman Playforth, Tudy and Phillip Tibbs

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