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RED CARPET GLAM Savannah's Fashion Night p.152

FOOD, FILM& FAMOUS FOLKS GREATEST RESTAURANTS, CHEFS & BBQ TIPS & TRICKS FROM STAR S OF THE SOUTH WANNA LIVE THE DREAM? FIND OUT WHAT IT TAKES.

CELEBRITY SIGHTINGS Stars Love the South p.53

GREATEST CHEFS Who Made the Cut! p.92

ROLLING STONE, CHUCK LEAVELL AFTER TOURING WITH ONE OF THE WORLD'S MOST FAMOUS BANDS FOR OVER 32 YEARS, THIS ROLLING STONE HAS NOW PLANTED HIMSELF IN THE DEEP SOUTH. NOW HE'S EMBARKING ON AN INTERNATIONAL TOUR.

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GUIDE TO SOUTHERN PLANTATION

HUNTING

OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2014

MARTY FISCHER REVEALS HIS SECRETS ON THE FINEST PLANTATION HUNTING IN THE SOUTH.

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South’s greatest chefs dish out what would be their last meal on earth.

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68 MOST INTERESTING MAN One of Hollywood’s creative elite, Ray Jacobs, gives insight.

72 THE SURVIVORS

Meet four women who kicked cancer’s rear and lived to tell about it.

76 PLANTATION HUNTING 101 What you can hunt on some of the South’s most deeprooted history.

64 HAVILAND STILLWELL

Savannah darling dives deep into what it was like growing up gay in the South.

34 MARIA TAYLOR

ESPN reporter and Georgia peach Maria Taylor is as Southern as it gets.

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Contents

DEPARTMENTS

DINE SOUTH 90 MAKE IT SMOOTH

CHIT CHATS 28 CLUB SOUTH

Tito’s American Made vodka

Savannah’s Fashion Night Out South Night at the Sand Gnats 34 MOUTH OF THE SOUTH ESPN’s Maria Taylor 36 HIGH COTTON KBRS Inc Tommy Davis

92 SOUTH'S GREATEST CHEFS Their Last Supper

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98 SOUTH’S GREATEST BBQ Pig Is King in the South!

104 SOUTHERN SIPPIN’ Drinks with Julie Curry

38 IN THE STUDIO Panhandle Slim

106 SUPPER CLUB Pacci + Shotgun

40 SOUTHERN MADE Savannah-made Films

108 FOOD SHOW The South’s Greatest Dishes!

42 TRUE SOUTH Highway 21 Drive-in

PLAY SOUTH 174 BALLOON FESTIVAL

44 CULTURE Bottles & Cans 46 SOUTHERN ADVENTURE Over the Edge, Hoppers Paintball, and Boar Hunting

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Levy Jewelers’ Red, White and Blue Balloon Festival

48 ON THE PORCH Savannah’s alcohol ordinance revision

175 BEST FESTS

STYLE SOUTH 154 THE HEADLESS HUNK

178 PICNIC IN THE PARK

Neil Jackson heads South

182 EVENTS CALENDAR

156 ROUGE NOIR Red carpet fashion hits Broughton Street.

190 SCENES OF THE SOUTH Untouched screening, Martinis at The Mansion, SDBA Luncheon

GO SOUTH 164 HIT THE ROAD

194 SOUTHERN SLANG The Ice Queen

176 CHILDREN’S BOOK FEST

180 SAVANNAH SPEED

CLASSIC

DINE SOUTH 116 SOUTH’S FINEST

Our Best Places to Eat, Play, Stay, and Shop in Atlanta and the Coastal South

RESTAURANTS

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PUBLISHER’S LETTER/ A SIGN OF SUCCESS

ABOUT THE COVERS RED CARPET GLAM Savannah's Fashion Night p.152

CELEBRITY SIGHTINGS Stars Love the South p.53

GREATEST CHEFS Who Made the Cut! p.92

S AVA N N A H & T H E C R E AT I V E C O A S T

HAVILAND STILLWELL

FOOD, FILM& FAMOUS FOLKS GREATEST

THE DAUGHTER OF SAVANNAH'S CITY ATTORNEY TELLS ALL ABOUT THE FIGHT FOR FAME AND WHY IT WAS A CHALLENGE FOR HER GROWING UP IN THE SOUTH

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RESTAURANTS, CHEFS & BBQ TIPS & TRICKS FROM STAR S OF THE SOUTH WANNA LIVE THE DREAM? FIND OUT WHAT IT TAKES.

CANCER SURVIVORS

NOT MANY DANCE WITH DEATH AND LIVE TO TELL THE TALE. FOUR BREAST CANCER SURVIVORS GO DEEP INTO THE BIGGEST FIGHT OF THEIR LIVES.

OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2014

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➼ Haviland Stillwell The daughter of Savannah’s City Attorney photographed by Elliot Dal Pra London, a well-known international photographer based in Los Angeles, California. Makeup

by Anton Khachaturian, Stylist, Joi Salvador. Check out the amazing photos that Elliot and his team shot at southmag.com. See page 42.

when you first meet someone, what do they ask? usually one of the first questions is something like, “so, what do you do?”

“Well, I enjoy whittling, Dave,” is not the answer Dave was looking for. That’s because in so many ways what we do for a living defines us.

We all know this. We may not even like it because we know we’re more than just an accountant or a marketing director or a building contractor or a school teacher, but there you have it. The funny thing is that we often decide what we do when we’re young, idealistic and let’s face it, kind of dumb. We all want to do something that defines us in some way, and by way of doing something, we can be someone. Perhaps even someone we ourselves would envy.

Of course, there are days—or even years— when we regret our decisions.

Even those who seem to have ambled down the perfect road paved with gold are not immune to those moments. Consider the celebrities who have virtually sold their souls to be noticed by the world, and now they’re hiding from it.

OK, you get the point, but it does make you think. I look back now and realize how everything I did—the skills I acquired, the people I met, the good and bad experiences I had—actually are a large part of who I became. Most days, I’m thankful for that, but every now and then, particularly when in the path of a freight-training deadline, I will occasionally ask myself if who

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I am is really who I wanted to be. What if I could have been someone, something else? That grass looks awfully green over there, doesn’t it?

And that’s a major impetus of our “Food and Famous Folks” issue, featuring two industries that look appealing from the outside, but in actuality are quite difficult to succeed in.

Robyn Passante’s piece, “So you Wanna Be A…” (page 54) particularly resonated with me.

It’s a tongue-in-cheek look at wanting to be, professionally speaking, someone else. You just might recognize yourself. I did.

But maybe not completely in the way I expected. Sure, I’ve thought about what it would be like to be something(one) else. But I also recognize the same work, dedication, self-belief and will to overcome disappointment and failure that it takes to succeed in any walk of life.

Including mine.

And in that, my friends, I could see all of us.

Maybe that’s the ultimate mark of success.

RED CARPET GLAM Savannah's Fashion Night p.152

CELEBRITY SIGHTINGS Stars Love the South p.53

GREATEST CHEFS Who Made the Cut! p.92

CHUCK LEAVELL, A ROLLING STONE AFTER TOURING WITH

FOOD, FILM& FAMOUS FOLKS GREATEST RESTAURANTS, CHEFS & BBQ TIPS & TRICKS FROM STAR S OF THE SOUTH WANNA LIVE THE DREAM? FIND OUT WHAT IT TAKES.

OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2014

ONE OF THE WORLD'S MOST FAMOUS BANDS FOR OVER 32 YEARS, THIS ROLLING STONE HAS NOW PLANTED HIMSELF IN THE DEEP SOUTH. NOW HE'S EMBARKING ON AN INTERNATIONAL TOUR.

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CANCER SURVIVORS NOT MANY DANCE WITH DEATH AND LIVE TO TELL THE TALE. FOUR BREAST CANCER SURVIVORS GO DEEP INTO THE BIGGEST FIGHT OF THEIR LIVES.

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➼ Chuck Leavell, A Rolling Stone Rock star rolls South! On a break from his world tour with the Rolling Stones, piano master Chuck Leavell is featured at his sprawling Georgia plantation, Charlane. Photographed

by Jabberpics, this rocker shows us his love for the land and passion for family. See page 122.

Many thanks and keep reading,

–Michael Brooks, Publisher/Creative Director

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For nearly 9 years, South magazine has been published in this region. We have been blessed with a great readership, clients and team which has seen us through the good times and bad. One thing that has stayed consistent is the support and ideas we receive from you. My door is always open and we appreciate the support that you have shown. Please email any comments or concerns to mb@thesouthmag.com.

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EDITOR’S LETTER

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reaming is something we do every day, but how many people actually make those visions happen?

I’ve made quite a few of my dreams come true this month. Growing up in Savannah was the most idyllic way a young girl could spend her childhood. When my parents moved my siblings and me up to Kentucky, I always dreamed I would make it back.

Between love, loss and finding myself, I’ve finally returned to my home state of Georgia, and it feels like I never left. The people are still inviting, the islands are still beautiful, and Savannah is still the most vibrant city in the South.

What I love about this issue is it highlights other people in and around the Lowcountry who have actually done it: they’ve made their dreams come true. It’s something we can all relate to. Even if you don’t want to be the next big thing, you want to be the next something, and the people in these pages will inspire you to get there.

The local actors who have made it to the big time sat down with us on page 60 to talk about what it takes to live the dream and how they got their big breaks. Each of them proves that determination and charisma can get you anywhere.

As someone who is awed by anyone who doesn’t have to copy Pinterest recipes to impress their guests, I’m pretty star-struck by the South’s Greatest Chefs on page 92. They tell us what they would eat as their last meals, which might have made me reconsider my choice of boxed macaroni and cheese.

Finally, I feel blessed to have had the opportunity to sit down with Southern Belle, actress and singer Haviland Stillwell. Such an inspiration to anyone with any sort of ambition, she spoke candidly about the many hats she wears as an entertainer, and how she was able to overcome adversity to get to where she is now.

Thank you, Savannah, for welcoming me into your arms once again and for making all of our dreams come true. In the short time I’ve been here, I’ve learned the passion this community has for their stories and their home and the responsibility I have to do it all justice. If you see me around, introduce yourself and tell me your story, I don’t bite, I promise. I’m thrilled for this new adventure at South and, of course, to be able to live the dream here in Savannah, Georgia.

My father always told me you get one first impression. A lot of writing, rewriting, editing and paper cuts went into the beautiful book you’re holding, but I think it’s a pretty killer first impression.

publisher/creative director Michael Brooks managing editor Kelly Adams art director Timothy P. Riethmiller circulation and financial manager Ivy Bevill sales and marketing director Shannah Blackmon advertising art director Julius Woodard Natalie Alexander contributing editor Corrie Dyke Cameron Spencer web editor Mary Zimmer contributing writers Corrie Dyke, Marty Fischer, Sandra Montalvo, Robyn Passante, Paula Fogarty, Davis Gignilliat, Shawndra Russell contributing photographers Jabberpics, AJ Day, Doug Ordway, Elliot Dal Pra London contributing drsigner Mike Leister editorial intern Sandra Montalvo south magazine is published bimonthly by bad ink, brooks advertising design, inc. reproduction by any means of the whole or part of bad ink without written permission from the publisher is prohibited. views expressed in the editorial pages do not imply our endorsement. we welcome your product news. include prices, photos and digital files with your press release. please forward product samples and media kits to reviews editor, south magazine, 116 bull street, savannah, georgia 31401. we cannot be responsible for unsolicited product samples. subscription rates: u.s.: $19 for one year; $28 for two years; single copies: $4.95. change of address notice: six to eight weeks prior to moving, please clip the mailing label from the most recent issue and send it along with your new address to: south magazine, change of address notice, 116 bull street, savannah, ga 31401, attn: circulation

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CONTRIBUTORS

DOUG ORDWAY

Doug Ordway, owner of Crazy Horse Savannah and Rise Management, is a certified fashion photography guru. He has worked as the photographer for Gianni Versace and has had work published in the fashion bible, Vogue.

After moving to Savannah, he started Rise Management and Crazy Horse Savannah, which provide production services, equipment arrangements and model castings in the Savannah/Hilton Head area. Check out Doug’s “Night at the Movies” shoot on page 156.

ROBYN PASSANTE

KATE BLOHM

BLAKE CROSBY

ELLIOT DAL PRA LONDON

Robyn Passante is a freelance journalist, author and blogger who doesn’t want to be a rock star, actor or celebrity but wouldn’t mind the disposable income.

These days when she isn’t writing and editing for magazines, websites or her WellPhrased.com clients, Robyn can be found running after — or away from — her two boys, who are getting faster every day. Find her at RobynPassante. com. Read Robyn’s tongue-in-cheek feature “So You Wanna Be A…” on page 54.

Blake Crosy is a do-it-all photographer who loves the work he does, and it shows. After launching his company in 2012, Blake has become a premier wedding and portrait photographer in the Lowcountry. See Blake’s hilarious shoot on “So You Wanna Be…” on page 54.

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Kate Blohm is a photographer and connoisseur of all things food. Native of North Carolina and SCAD graduate, Kate is also a self-taught cook and selfproclaimed islander. She has an easygoing nature but a sharp eye for food photography. Capture her work in “The Food Show” (page 108) and “DineSouth” (page 116).

Elliot has been living in beautiful Los Angeles for over 8 years (expanding to London and Nashville). During his time in LA., he has learned a lot about the business. “It can be a challenging and confusing place for anyone just moving here.” Elliot would like to call it luck being able to work with some amazing talent, but he would call it ambition.

Check out Elliot’s photos featuring Haviland Stillwell on page 64.

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