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E D I TO R ’ S L E T T E R TO BE OR NOT TO BE 2020 resolutions. As human beings, not human ‘doings,’ as my friend, meditation master Donna D’Cruz—who contributes an essay in this issue of Purist—says, we are obligated to ourselves to be present for ourselves, friends and family. Connection is my main objective for 2020—connecting to myself, and to others, in a meaningful way. Malcolm Gladwell wrote in Outliers that connectors move the needle. This leads me to our cover star—a bright guiding light. Most of us feel connected to Oprah Winfrey in some way. She not only reaches our hearts through her countless efforts to inspire, challenge, inform and educate, but she connects people, guides people so that we can do better for one another, this planet, and for ourselves. Oprah’s 2020 Vision: Your Life in Focus tour is one example of how she continuously motivates people to take care of themselves. We don’t learn about health or nutrition or mindfulness in school. That is supposed to happen at home. As parents, well-being requires effort; we need to

educate ourselves by embracing these channels to self-discovery. We owe it to our children. Oprah’s arena tour was born out of a scary bout of pneumonia she had just this year. Her path was realigned with a focus on wellness once she found good health again and now she wants to “inspire people to be their best selves.” I understand this need to celebrate this optimal existence because I recently recovered from Lyme disease. Thanks to Dr. Linda Lancaster, who put me on a not-so-simple milk cleanse, holistic herbal remedies and several other holistic efforts, I returned to my former self and felt a profound thanksgiving for everyone in my life. We at Purist are so proud Oprah chose to connect her big initiative to our audience through our wellness platform. Oprah continues to be so far ahead of any change-makers that I wish ‘Oprah 2020’ was an announcement of a different kind, but for now we will take her teaching us to do better as individuals, one meal or meditation at a time.

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MINDFUL 26 A WINTER REFLECTION Melissa Errico on surrendering control and trusting the universe 28 EVERYDAY MYSTICS Lessons from a spiritual voyager 32 THE RETURN OF THE ABBOT A crash course in mindfulness from Wu-Tang Clan maestro RZA 34 THE AWAKENING Donna D’Cruz on finding centeredness through travel and quiet reflection 36 BESPOKE MEMORIALS A funeral director finds her calling after profound loss.

HEALTH 40 BREAST IMPLANT ILLNESS Symptoms and new solutions

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44 ASK THE DR. Try these seven Immune-boosting superfoods and spices this season, with tips from Dr. Frank Lipman

48 THE NEW ONE-STOP Introducing The Parlor NYC, a luxury beauty collective 50 HARMONIC HEALER Energy balancing techniques from Dr. Linda Lancaster

SPACE 56 DESIGNING WOMAN Eclectic interiors fund a good cause at Iris Dankner’s Holiday House. 60 FLOOR TREATMENT Sustainable and stylish winter comfort from Solo Rugs 62 PURE PICKS Eye-catching décor from Miles Redd 64 PURE PROPERTY Real estate news in the Hamptons, Palm Beach, Aspen, LA and NYC

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WHAT IS THE BEST GIFT YOU’VE EVER BEEN GIVEN? “The yellow Cornish fisherman’s rain jacket by UK brand Sea Salt, from my husband.”

WHAT ARE THE BEST WAYS TO HEAL AFTER HEARTBREAK? “The most important elements are self-care, therapy, meditation, and time to truly move on.”

HOW DOES MUSIC PROMOTE WELLNESS? “Fundamental practices like tuning a guitar or listening to sound vibrations are great ways to center yourself.”

WHERE DO YOU DRAW THE MOST STYLE INSPIRATION? “Editorial looks, movie sets and fashion shows.”

WHAT ARE YOUR TIPS FOR STAYING HEALTHY DURING THE WINTER? “Eat seasonal and local, keep your bones warm and always wash your hands.”

Amely Greeven, a writer devoted to creating a more conscious world, has co-authored the detox bible Clean; the mother’s postpartum companion The First Forty Days; How to Be Well with Dr. Frank Lipman; and Grit & Grace with Tim McGraw.

As a best-selling author and founder of dating concierge service Love, Amy, Amy Nobile is dedicated to empowering women at every stage of their lives. Love, Amy marries the technology of the modern dating world with a holistic view of human connection.

Dimitri Ehrlich is a multiplatinum-selling songwriter whose writing has appeared in The New York Times, Rolling Stone, Spin and Interview. He is the author of Inside the Music, a book about sounds and spirituality. He also writes a column for Huffington Post called “The Daddy Diaries” (daddy-diaries.com).

A celebrity hairdresser and owner of Salon Tullio in Aspen, Michael Tullio first found his calling in a vocational beauty class in high school, and has more than 42 years of experience as a stylist; he trained under Vidal Sassoon.

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A WINTER REFLECTION anything like this, my husband kindly suggested I stay in Greece. We could move my flight from Friday to the next Friday. Disbelief. I saw a window of emptiness—a week with no plans—and stared at it like a stranger. Are you dangerous? Are you a friend? I stayed. I took a public ferry. I rented a simple room in a harbor on a small island, and he took my bags home. Costumes, makeup, hair extensions, high heels, sheet music and scripts, all gone home. I was left with myself. (Of course, I called my kids every day, and they were amused, and happy for me, intrigued even. They each texted me on the first day, in a series, from “Have fun, Mom” to “You deserve it” to “No offense, but I don’t miss you.” My own mother shot me a few words: “I don’t see you opening a coffee shop.”) So, I had a room with a window with slatted wooden shutters that looked out onto boats coming and going all day. Fishing boats, tourists, adventurers, ferries. It was so soothing to see this sunlit world in a metaphor of activity, sparkling on the water. It wasn’t about money, or living luxuriously, which I did not. But the luxury was my own quiet. A chance to watch, to be a witness to the harbor, to pay attention to a sunrise and sunset. My friends ask me what I did. I can’t really explain it. Who has time to ever do this? I get it. But I did it. I’ve had many vacations that are not really vacations. I think it was on another Greek island that one of my favorite musicians, Leonard Cohen, wrote those great lyrics, which echo Simone Weil: “Forget your perfect offering/There is a crack in everything/That’s how the light gets in.” Simone Weil made sense to me there on my island. And I knew the island had to come home with me. We all know how to cram our days and our minds with every imaginable project, attending both to every necessity and every distraction. We block the road to our quiet selves. We won’t feel peace until we make room for it. And once we find the fresh restoring light of grace, it may run away again. The fissures in our mind harden, and grace retreats. It’s a perpetual dance.

Those who know me best may say that I am more than a singer, that I am a multitasker, a mom, a writer, an actor, someone who rarely misses your birthday, makes time for family and friends—and sometimes my closest loved ones think I simply am doing too much. When, with a 2-year old already in hand, I gave birth to twins, it seemed further evidence that I do everything triple. In my role as singer, performing the music of a French composer for much of this year, I came upon many things French and found myself researching more, in bits and pieces—creating a kaleidoscope of Parisian sensations in my soul that I thought I could use in my live concerts. Along the way I came upon the famed novelist Albert Camus, and then to his praise of someone new to me, Simone Weil, who he called “the only great spirit of our times,” a philosopher, mystic and political activist who died at 34 in 1943. Perusing her work, I found she once wrote: “All the natural movements of the soul are controlled by laws analogous to those of physical gravity. Grace is the only exception. Grace fills empty spaces, but it can only enter where there is a void to receive it, and it is grace itself which makes this void. The imagination is continually at work filling up all the fissures through which grace might pass.” Her thoughts on grace stopped even me in my tracks, and made me wonder where the fissures in my soul might still be found. In late September, I had settled my three children into their school routines and went to Europe for a concert. I found myself with a few days off overlapping with my husband, who had a work trip not far from where I was. With grandparents in place at home, we scheduled a brief vacation despite a voice in my head saying ‘Hurry back, be the organizer, don’t miss one thing.’ We met up in Athens. I discovered I had a mild case of shingles—an itchy skin condition often brought on by stress and exhaustion—got treatment, and in three days it was time to return to New York. I was feeling better, but was not well yet. Though we have never done

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I was a college freshman when Herbert Benson, MD, published The Relaxation Response, a mass-market book that swept across the country, initiating millions to the basic principles of transcendental meditation. A lonely, stressed-out young man, 2,000 miles away from home, I took refuge in the space that Bensonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s book opened up in me. I would go deep within for an hour every day, sometimes two, to escape from the challenges of a high-stakes, high-pressure academic life.

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After the smoke cleared, it became apparent that a cycle of great duration had been completed. Having wandered through a great many spiritual practices over the decades, here’s what I learned that might be useful. There is a Great Awakening going on now in our country. People of all ages are throwing themselves into a smorgasbord of spiritual disciplines, creating an exotic, intoxicating fusion of practice in search of meaning. An inter-spiritual approach is fine, but it’s hard to execute, and in my opinion, it must be grounded in a single practice that requires a serious ongoing commitment, at least in the beginning, with an adviser or a community to help guide you. Otherwise, I can tell you that you will wake up someday to discover that you have spent an enormous amount of time engaged in spiritual self-deception, blissing out. It feels good, but there is no real connection or union with the divine. Second, I personally believe that the world needs us to engage with—not retreat from—it, and that’s what this great awakening is all about. While regular detachment from the world by going on retreat is essential in order to maintain a space where consciousness can unfold, the world needs us to remain present and engaged in it, using our hearts, minds and bodies to lift up others. Third, the real challenge begins when you come back from a retreat. Opening a space for daily renewal and spiritual growth is a tall order in our busy, distracted, overcommitted lives. I believe that it is especially problematic for men. We are not hard-wired to remain open so that Spirit can descend and take root. We are much better at taking action, making shit happen. In addition, millennia of traditions regarding what it means to be a spiritual male are no longer serving us well. They need to be reimagined, incorporating the sacred feminine. However, here’s the opportunity that is being offered to us as men. When we finally get naked, surrender, become vulnerable, opening up an interior space where the universe comes shining through, we come fully into our gifts. Our lives begin to have meaning. We become brave, strong, bold and creative in ways that we would have never imagined. We finally reveal who we truly are, and engage with the world to the great benefit of others. In short, we become everyday mystics, the embodiment of the sacred feminine and divine masculine, at one with the universe and those around us.

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After college, I desperately wanted to complete my escape from reality and live in a newly established ashram in Pune, India, led by Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh (later Osho), whose spiritual teachings and open attitudes to human sexuality spoke to my heart. Bhagwan was all the rage in the ’70s, no doubt in part for his willingness to go toe-to-toe with religious and political authorities. He spoke to the rebellious young man in me. As it turned out later, his organization became a cult. I’m grateful that I dodged that bullet. The desire to be on a path of purpose and meaning continued to burn deep inside me. As I continued my meditation practice, strange disassociations occurred. I heard voices, whispers of the universe. I watched the world from an elevated place. I flew in my dreams. I thought I was losing my mind. I prayed for these experiences to stop, but they did not. Instead, they intensified. Finally, no longer able to function like a normal person in the real world, I asked for forgiveness for not being able to take the next step into whatever awakening was occurring. I became an advertising exec in New York, then eventually a husband and father, and confined the deepening of my spiritual practice to the Episcopal traditions that I had known since childhood. Thirty years later, because I would not go to India, India came to me in a series of bizarre events. First, I got my fat, toxic, road-warrior ass into yoga and other forms of exercise. Down 20, I got naked, resumed my meditation practice, and really opened up. It was then that the universe really got to work. To help me on my journey, a series of spiritual advisers showed up, including a precognitive psychotherapist, who used to train TM trainers in Switzerland; a demanding, but loving, female guide (who is also a world-class triathlete); a former Ogilvy exec, expert in the research on the mindbody-heart connection. An inter-spiritual mystic traveling the world, and close friend of Ram Dass, dropped into my life. A beloved Episcopal monk welcomed me into silence and solitude. WTF? The pinnacle of the succession of these spiritual peaks occurred in the Carmel Highlands, California, where I found myself on retreat with an Indian mystic from Arunachala who had relocated to the U.S. and was convening a group of gurus and some laypeople. I felt like Forrest Gump in the presence of the 15 others. At his feet, the infinite, blank, flat screen of the eternal present opened up and forever changed my life, blowing apart my mind, body and soul.

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THE RETURN OF THE ABBOT How Wu-Tang Clan mastermind RZA went from hip-hop icon to spiritual adviser for aspiring creatives. BY DIMITRI EHRLICH

of not just creating something for myself but of opening the freedom potential for others,” says RZA. “So this was right in line with what my aspirations were.” In a short promotional video announcing the camp, RZA sits crosslegged in the orange robes of a Shaolin kung fu abbot, and says: “I will be your guide as we set out to conquer all obstacles that stand in your path, harnessing chaos, disarming doubt, foraging for inspiration.” While Wu-Tang are no longer making music, RZA has stayed busy producing other artists, and overseeing a long list of film and television projects. In September, Hulu debuted a series RZA created called Wu-Tang: An American Saga, that delves into how Wu-Tang straddled the worlds of music and crime in the early ’90s. This spring, RZA’s latest directorial feature, Cutthroat City, will debut at South by Southwest. The movie follows four men in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and stars Terrence Howard, Wesley Snipes, Eiza González and Ethan Hawke. So how does “the Abbot” balance his own creative flow with the hustle of hip-hop? For RZA, hip-hop wasn’t actually built on hustle. “It became a hustle when the exterior forces realized there was economics to be made of this,” he says. “The original forefathers didn’t make money doing it. This was their expression of their art. Think about a kid walking down the street, hearing a break beat and it makes him want to spin on his head! What kind of energy is that? Think about myself as a kid, hearing a rhyme, and it made me want to write lyrics for the rest of my life. I was trying to express myself in rhyme. I started reading Mother Goose in rhythm. There was no economics or hustle to it. The hustle came later, and the hustle came to dominate it. But for me it’s always about the flow—and I mean the flow of energy. I woke up at 2AM this morning writing lyrics and rhymes for nobody, just for myself, just because I love it.”

While meditation has gone mainstream in recent years, it’s generally not part of hip-hop culture, with one notable exception: the Wu-Tang Clan. When Wu-Tang first burst on the scene with 1993’s Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers), they did more than just put Staten Island (or Shaolin Island, as they called it) on the map. In addition to introducing a complex mythology based on a love for kung fu movies into the hip-hop culture, the group’s producer and de facto leader—or the title he chose signifying the head of a martial arts monastery, the “abbot”—RZA injected ideas drawn from Buddhism and Taoism into the lexicon of the streets. By mixing sped-up samples from old-school soul and blaxploitation records with dialogue from martial arts flicks into a bizarre, deeply layered soundscape, RZA created a sound that pushed hip-hop forward. (It’s a formula that’s still being emulated today by everyone from The Alchemist to Kanye West.) He also introduced words like mindfulness and chi kung into rap lyrics for the first time, merging street knowledge with references to Chinese martial arts, as in the song “Chi Kung”: The grand ultimate supreme, no extremities We use Tai Chi to deflect off our enemy Five poisons, from the Clan there’s no Remedy We dispel the smell of wickedness in our vicinity In February 2020, RZA will return to his roots in Staten Island and serve as a “camp director” for a Camp TAZO: Zen, an immersive overnight event sponsored by the tea brand Tazo. The idea is for RZA to lead participants through a series of exercises including still and moving meditations and other guided explorations aimed at unlocking their innate creative potential. “I had been thinking of doing something in this space, 32

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out of the space of the thoughts, the hyperactivity and hyperstimulation that we tend to live in, you are in a meditative, reflective space. A mantra can help you get there. A mantra is like a bridge between the conscious and unconscious minds. The mind loves to have a toy. We use mantras to distract the waking, chatty, monkey mind and quiet it down. I work a lot with Gen Zs and millennials. There’s a different kind of an awakening going on with the younger generations. It’s about what’s happening with Mother Earth, what’s really going on with climate change. There are over 2,000 apps available on the topic of meditation alone. We’re living in a time where we want to take stock on a very deep level and ask ourselves, “I want to have a radiant existence—what does my inner radiance look like? What does that really feel like?” It’s not really only about looking good. “How do I feel? How do I engage mind, body and spirit?” There’s a much wider pantheon of content, information and experiences that we’re just tapping into. donnadcruz.com

How many of you have sought out meditation to deal with your stress? How many of you still practice meditation? I was born in South India and grew up in Australia. There is something about being born in a place like India, where you have access to a different vein of consciousness—that vein is running through all of us. It is a vein of oneness, where we seek connection, an understanding of a deeper self perhaps, our connection to something greater. Very simply, meditation means “to reflect upon,” “to look upon.” If there is a purpose at all in meditation, it’s to get still. In our stillness, we start accessing a deeper truth, we begin to understand a little bit more of ourselves, how we fit in with one another, and in a broader sense, the collective consciousness. Meditation is a living, breathing experience. Science suggests that in a meditative space, blood pressure will be reduced, heart rate will come down, and the fight/flight response will be calmed. The best meditation is the one you do: My dad loves to garden, to lose himself in nature for three hours. For some people meditation is exercising; for others it’s making a film or creating art. Any time where you lose yourself 34

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chose to go to mortuary school—despite just turning 50—and became a licensed funeral director. After graduation, I opened Down To Earth Funerals in 2018. My mission became to help families find their own personal way through the process of losing someone they loved. I would be present as a clear and practical guide, compassionate and supportive, holding their hand, or not, depending on the person. No rush, no sales pitch. My business model seemed to say, “Take a breath. This is about you now.” As a New York licensed funeral director, I legally facilitate the removal and preparation of the body, handle all necessary paperwork—such as ordering death certificates and necessary cremation and burial permits—and plan the service. Many people think certain funeral traditions are necessary when they are simply customs, some of which are outdated and expensive. I encourage people to come to me and share their ideas of how they want to honor those who have passed, rather than have me tell them what their options are, because I believe funerals don’t have to be one-size-fits-all. I tell grieving families to imagine what their loved one would have wanted for them, especially if the loved one, like my father, did not leave clear instructions. I often use my intuition to guide families toward alternative options. One evolved from private discussions with a woman who decided to anoint the deceased with essential oils. I reached out to Nousha Salimi, an essential oil and aromatherapy guide, who designed the custom oil and poured it Into vials for mourners to take home with them. Another one of my favorite memorial options is “the yogic,” where I arrange a yoga class to include friends and family. I have found this not only helps support grieving, but also honors the person who has passed in a nontraditional, intimate way. It’s an opportunity for people to be fully present as they heal together. dtefunerals.com NYS Licensed Funeral Director Caroline Schrank is the founder of Down to Earth Funerals.

When my father died after a short illness in 2008, I was a single mother with two toddlers faced with figuring out how to plan his funeral. Making critical decisions was more than I could handle. Death is inevitable, the biggest disrupter, and the first place many turn to is a funeral home. (This isn’t a choice here in New York, one of seven states left in the country where by law one must contact a funeral home after a death.) Following protocol, I contacted a local mortuary to discuss how things would proceed. Old rules and traditions were presented, but none seemed to fit. Despite the fact that I felt my options were limited, I pressed on. Death wasn’t discussed in our family. I never knew my father’s wishes, and ended up having him cremated. This felt strangely disconnected, so I made up for it by adding personal touches to his memorial. Rather than sit in a velvet-draped room at a funeral home staring at a podium, family and friends gathered at the house I grew up in, the place my father lived in and loved for most of his life, and shared stories about him. The rabbi who had married me and knew my father officiated. More spiritual and emotional than traditional (much like my father), he gave everyone something relatable to mull over. We further honored my dad by eating his favorite foods, including McDonald’s hamburgers (my father had a long-standing investment in the company, really an excuse for eating there) which brought smiles to everyone’s faces. The day was more what his life was about—mostly laughter, and a few tears. At funerals I’d been to in the past, you’d sooner talk about the weather and the flower arrangements than the fact that your heart had just been ripped out. Through my father’s bespoke memorial, this was not the case. I learned that grief no longer had to be the elephant in the room. It was a necessary element, and could sit alongside happy memories. Because of this, my dad’s memorial offered a safe space for all who loved him, and became a turning point in my healing. Seeing firsthand how death could use a reboot, I

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50 percent of breast implants require another operation within seven years. Breast implants are foreign bodies that incite a natural response in which the body creates a barrier of scar tissue around the implant to wall it off from the rest of the body. This barrier forms a capsule that may be soft, filmy and hardly noticeable, or it may become painful, hard and tightâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;like a shell that develops around the implant and then starts to shrink and squeeze. This uncomfortable condition is called capsular contracture, and it is among the most common problems caused by breast implants. Other known issues caused by breast implants include: infection, the result of bacteria that grows unchecked because the implant is a foreign body with no blood supply to fight back; rupture, in which the saline solution or silicone gel that fills the implant leaks into the surrounding tissues; and extrusion, in which the skin erodes and the implant pushes through the skin. Of note, since silicone-implant ruptures are usually silent, the FDA recommends that women with silicone-gel breast implants undergo breast

Over the past several years, an increasing number of women have come into my office with nonspecific symptoms such as chronic fatigue, joint aches, chest and neck pain, dry eyes, breathing issues, skin problems, and gastrointestinal issues, among other problems. Often, the women have had extremely thorough workups by an extensive array of specialists, and after exhausting traditional and alternative treatments, they say they know there is still something wrong. So they ask me, a plastic and reconstructive surgeon: Are their breast implants making them sick? There are over 400,000 breast implant surgeries performed every year in the United Statesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;75 percent are for cosmetic breast augmentation and 25 percent are for breast reconstruction after a mastectomy. No matter what the reason, most women with breast implants understand that the devices are not expected to last a lifetime. While some breast implants may last for decades, most are removed well before that. According to the largest scale studies by implant manufacturers, as many as 40

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surrounds it in one piece, a procedure known as an “en bloc capsulectomy.” When it’s caught in its early stages, an en bloc capsulectomy should be curative. If not properly treated, the disease can spread to lymph nodes or other parts of the body. Last week, we hosted an event in our office for Breast Reconstruction Awareness (BRA) Day. My patients traded stories about life after breast implants as they decorated bras for our decorate-a-bra contest. An older woman who underwent breast augmentation almost 40 years ago talked about how her pulmonologist took her off all her breathing medications after her breast implants were removed, and marveled that she could think clearly again. A much younger woman said that once her breast implants came out, her chest stopped feeling tight, she no longer needed constant eye drops for dry eyes, and she was able to eat bread without abdominal cramps for the first time in three years. Finally, a breast cancer patient described how she used to have unrelenting pain in her hands and chest that woke her from sleep, but once

MRIs every two to three years for surveillance. Sometimes patients with breast implants look fine on physical examination, but they describe vague problems that fall under the category of Breast Implant Illness (BII), a constellation of autoimmune symptoms that can include chronic fatigue, brain fog, joint pain, food and drug allergies, skin and hair problems, and many other issues. In 2019, the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center published a study looking at the long-term outcomes of almost 100,000 women with silicone implants and found that the women with breast implants had up to eight times the normal population rates of rare diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma (a connective tissue disease), and Sjögren’s syndrome (an autoimmune disorder), as well as three to four times the incidence of stillbirth and melanoma. In 2018, an Israeli study compared 25,000 women with silicone breast implants to 100,000 women without implants and found that there was a 22 percent higher rate risk of autoimmune or rheumatic disorders among the women with implants. While these studies do not prove a cause-

“Not all patients have problems with breast implants, but many do. Women who do experience issues almost always find that their symptoms improve dramatically when their breast implants are removed.” her implants were replaced with natural tissue, the first thing she noticed was that her pain was gone. She was surprised that she felt like she did before her mastectomy— her breasts were soft, warm and living, and since I used microsurgical techniques to reconnect her nerves, her breast sensation was restored as well. The FDA may soon require implant manufacturers to include a black box warning label (which is “designed to call attention to serious or life-threatening risks”) to make sure all patients are fully informed about risks and benefits before undergoing breast implant surgery. Manufacturers may also need to include a patient-decision checklist to guide conversations that surgeons have with their patients before surgery. Not all patients have problems with breast implants, but many do. In my experience, women who do experience issues almost always find that their symptoms improve dramatically when their breast implants are removed. BII and BIA-ALCL are still not well-understood or accepted in the medical community. At the end of the day, women need to stay aware and act as advocates for their own health.

and-effect relationship between breast implants and autoimmune issues, the association has caused concern among many women with breast implants—especially those whose unexplained symptoms only developed after getting breast implants. There have also been many reports about an association between breast implants and a rare cancer of the immune system called anaplastic large cell lymphoma (ALCL). In 2011, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) noticed that women with breast implants seemed to have a higher incidence of ALCL, and in 2016, the World Health Organization renamed the disease Breast ImplantAssociated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma (BIA-ALCL). Of the 573 cases of BIA-ALCL identified worldwide, 33 have resulted in deaths. Ninety-five percent of the known cases of BIA-ALCL are associated with implants with a rough or textured surface, which is currently considered the primary risk factor for BIA-ALCL. For women undergoing breast implant surgery, most plastic surgeons now consider smooth-shelled breast implants a better choice. Women with breast implants who notice swelling or a change in their breast shape can get a breast MRI to see if there is fluid around their implant or a mass on their capsule. If present, a biopsy of the fluid around the implant or the capsular mass can diagnose BIA-ALCL. With a positive biopsy, the treatment for BIA-ALCL is to surgically remove the implant and the entire capsule that

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Want to boost your immunity this winter? Start with these seven foods and spices. BY DR. FRANK LIPMAN

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As a culture, we have become used to popping antibiotics with the first signs of a cold, especially during the winter. Not only does this add to the epidemic of antibioticresistant superbugs, but antibiotics donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t kill viruses anywayâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;they kill bacterial infections, so taking them for viral ills like colds and flu is a waste, and a potentially life-threatening one at that.

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“FRESH RAW GINGER EATEN BEFORE MEALS OFFERS AN EXTRA LAYER OF PROTECTION FROM FOOD-BORNE ILLNESSES.”

So, instead of popping pills, pop some good food, herbs and spices. You can minimize the need for antibiotics by lacing your diet with foods that have natural antibiotic properties. Doing so will not only boost overall health, but will also help strengthen immunity, balance the good and bad bacteria in your gut (where 70 percent of your immune system is), and give you a better shot at fighting off superbugs should they come knocking. Here are seven delicious and healthy foods and spices that are easy to work into your diet: 1

FERMENTED FOODS

Tangy fermented foods deliver plenty of health-boosting protection to help make you more resilient and better able to repel viral and bacterial pathogens. When you eat fermented foods, you’re fortifying your gut with probiotics—those good bacteria that boost the health of the belly, protecting it against the organisms that can make you sick. They help balance gut bacteria and stomach acids, release enzymes to ease and improve digestion, and make it easier for your body to extract and absorb more nutrients from the foods you eat. 2

MEDICINAL MUSHROOMS

Used for thousands of years to promote well-being and longevity, medicinal mushrooms also help to strengthen the immune system, lower inflammation, prevent disease, and give you more energy. My four favorite mushrooms for immune support are turkey tail, reishi, cordyceps and chaga. If you’re looking to get the most out of your medicinal mushrooms, your best bet may be to eat a few types of them together, or find a supplement that combines a number of these mushrooms in one formula, as they can have a synergistic effect when combined.

GINGER

Fresh raw ginger is another good-foryou food that has an antibiotic effect on food-borne pathogens. While not a cure-all, some fresh ginger eaten before meals can offer an extra layer of protection from such food-borne illnesses as salmonella and listeria. That added precaution can be a lifesaver, particularly when traveling and eating questionable or unusual foods, or dealing with indigestion.

inflammatory effects, but it also has powerful antiviral, antibacterial and antitumor properties. In short, turmeric fights for your health on multiple levels. You can sprinkle it on salads and eggs, or mix it into soups, smoothies, and other hot or cold beverages. It’s pretty versatile. And if you are not a fan of it in your food, it’s widely available in supplement form now. Just remember to take it with fat for better absorption. 6

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GARLIC

Chopped, crushed or sliced, raw garlic is a powerful, pungent and delicious medicinal food with known antiviral, antifungal and antibiotic properties that have helped mankind fend off flu and cold viruses for thousands of years. To get the best of what garlic has to offer, crush a few cloves and let them sit for 10 to 15 minutes to aid the release of additional health-boosting chemical compounds. 5

TURMERIC

This is probably my favorite spice because it has so many beneficial effects. Turmeric contains curcumin, which is best known for its anti46

EXTRA-VIRGIN COCONUT OIL

A tasty antimicrobial and antifungal food, extra-virgin coconut oil (EVCO) contains the all-powerful lauric acid. The body converts lauric acid into monolaurin, which helps smack down certain types of viruses and pathogenic bacteria. Try adding EVCO to smoothies for both its extraordinary antimicrobial effects and delicious tropical flavor. In addition, it’s also great for brain health, so dig in. To cook with EVCO, go with a moderate heat (up to the smoke point of about 350 degrees), and always buy organic and unprocessed versions of the oil to avoid chemical solvents, preservatives and additives.

HONEY

Finally, honey: It’s one sweet and delicious medicinal food that has stood the test of time. Roman soldiers used to slather honey on battle wounds to prevent infection. It is thought to have been used as far back as the Stone Age as both a food and a medicine. Known for its antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral properties, honey is also loaded with healthsupportive antioxidants. Just make sure it’s raw and don’t use too much, because of its high sugar content. Frank Lipman, MD, is a Functional Medicine Physician and New York Times bestselling author. drfranklipman.com

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Keeping up with our wellness and beauty regimens can be exhausting, especially if they involve running from an acupuncturist in Chinatown to a cryotherapy session in Tribeca to an esthetician on the Upper East Side. With that in mind, longtime health and beauty devotee Pam Wolf has been hard at work assembling a dream team of practitioners for The Parlor NYC, set to open in late February. “The impetus was to really collaborate by bringing beauty and wellness together in one environment,” explains Wolf, who lives in the West Village with her husband. “This is a group of best in class.” Centrally located at 160 Madison Avenue, the 14,000-square-foot space will house approximately 40 individual suites that clients will have access to 24/7. There will also be a lounge with

internet, as well as a café. Among the participants at The Parlor NYC are Next Health (whose offerings include biomarker testing, cryotherapy and infrared, stem-cell treatments, and exosome therapy), London-based Italian skincare guru Pietro Simone, extension salon Lash Bash, and Henry the Dentist, whose state-of-the-art care comes with Bluetooth and iPad distractions. This is not the first entrepreneurial venture for Wolf, who founded the preschool and enrichment destination NY Kids Club, which now has 130 locations worldwide. Wellness has always been a passion, her connection to health very personal. Over 20 years ago, her husband, Kevin, was diagnosed with esophageal cancer and told by his doctors that he would never eat or speak again. After 48

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PURIST: Linda, you divide your time between New York City and Santa Fe, New Mexico, where you founded Light Harmonics Institute in 1987. As an expert in radionics, energy healing, nutrition, herbal medicine, detoxification methods and Ayurveda yoga, can you tell us about your wellness journey and the philosophies in your book, Harmonic Healing: Restore Your Vital Force for Lifelong Wellness? LINDA LANCASTER: I started doing yoga in 1971, when it was not exactly common. I then helped build an ashram on Long Island. After that, I was the executive chef of a vegetarian restaurant. I started to connect with the food I was eating and realized that’s where God existed. The Earth and our food has an etheric energy field. We have to feed ourselves with food that’s alive, and consume food that is grown and prepared properly. I talk a lot about liver cleansing. Physically, the liver processes proteins, carbohydrates and fats, and stores vitamins. It also processes our emotions. The way we’re thinking is just as important as the way we’re eating. The liver is also an important organ for creating consciousness. When we grow in consciousness, we can do great things for ourselves and others. My goat milk cleanse takes stress off the liver so it can learn to process again. It consists of vegetables, and removes grains for the first three weeks, because they’re hard to digest. Then we start putting whole grains back. We remove olive oil cooked at high temperatures—olive oil is a healer because it has a smooth molecular structure. Once we put heat on oil, the molecular structure becomes ragged and inflammatory.

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“My homeopathic teacher said to me, ‘You can learn all the remedies, but the most important thing is hope. Eighty-five percent of healing is hope.’ Tell a person they’re going to be OK. Tap them on the shoulder and do it knowingly.” about why this is happening more often, and how much of a player our environment is? LL: Nothing exists outside of its own environment. If you change the environment, the condition no longer exists. Are heavy metals creating the environment bacteria wants? Is it a parasite producing bacteria? The [typical] way of dealing with SIBO is antibiotics. That creates another layer, candida. Which came first? We would have to check and see. The first thing is to start clearing heavy metals and radiation. Our goat milk cleanse will soon be available for the public. I’ve been using it for almost 40 years and it works. People get better from it. PURIST: What is harmonic healing? LL: Harmonic healing consists of breathing techniques and different types of exercise. I do a simple meditation from Father Thomas Keating, a Catholic monk. It clears your mind without any connection to religion. Just do something. Even go to the park, hold a tree and be in nature. Nature does heal. PURIST: Can our thought process and creation of positive vibrations protect us from radiation? LL: I talk about the etheric energy field. We strengthen our etheric energy field by eating food that’s imbued with energy. Our thoughts can strengthen our field. We can reach into the cosmos and realize who we are, but not without doing the work down here. Because we are in a physical body, we need to practice wellness techniques. One of the most important ones is meditating, and emanating a stronger field so we are not affected as much by radiation. Seaweed, cilantro and miso soup are also helpful for neutralizing radiation.

PURIST: Tell us about how you balance out environmental toxins with weekly therapeutic baths. LL: Our world is full of pollution. Heavy metals, chemicals and radiation break down our red blood cells, create inflammation and cause us to have low energy. I use weekly therapeutic baths that neutralize them. You’re never gonna get rid of them, but you can take them down to a level enough where our cells can properly vibrate. We need to drink good water, exercise, and be in nature to stay healthy. It’s also whom we live with and the energy field between people. PURIST: You told me that part of the healing process, especially when going the homeopathic route, is to stay hopeful. Because that positivity is going to get you to a healing place. LL: My homeopathic teacher, Dr. Bhattacharya, said to me, “You can learn all the remedies, but the most important thing is hope. Eighty-five percent of healing is hope.” You tell a person that they’re going to be OK. Tap them on the shoulder and do it knowingly. If a doctor is negative, get rid of them. The definition of a physician is to be a teacher, not just hand out medicine or drugs. But that’s not the way of the world these days. That happened when pharmaceuticals came in. PURIST: Can you give us your ideal morning routine that can send us on a path to wellness? LL: I like to get up in the morning and drink a glass of water to flush the organs. Then I go down to the ground to wake up my body. My morning routine takes five minutes. It’s a combination of a few favorite 52

yoga postures I’ve put together to incorporate downward dog and cobra. I also do spinal movement. I hold both legs, pull my knees up to my chest and rock. Then I shower. I try to read something. I really love reading Richard Rohr in the morning; he does a meditation everyday. The following selection is from his book, The Divine Dance: “The energy in the universe is not in the planets or in the protons or neutrons, but in the relationship between them. Not in the particles, but in the space between them. Not in the cells of organisms, but in the way the cells feed and give feedback to one another. Not in any precise definition of the three persons of the trinity, as much as in the relationship between the three. This is where all the power for infinite renewal is at work. The loving relationship between them, the infinite love flowing between them. The dance itself.” Understand that it’s all about energy. I make a cup of tea, then I meditate. I try to meditate every day. I say a mantra, always one particular mantra. I’ve done so for the past 15 years. Then I have breakfast. Sometimes I’ll make oatmeal, sometimes I’ll have a poached egg over asparagus, or I’ll make an omelet. Sometimes it’s a livercleansing drink. I don’t take six weeks for it, because I’m on the go all the time, but I do an intermittent liver cleanse. I try to keep it clean as much as I can by eating bitter greens, apples, and doing cleanses. I just live that way. But that doesn’t mean that I don’t eat other things. I’m not in a box at all. There’s always time for celebration. lightharmonics.com

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With Holiday House, Iris Dankner combines a passion for interior design with a mission to vanquish breast cancer. BY DONNA BULSECO PHOTOGRAPHY BY GREGG DELMAN Irrepressible. Undaunted. Fun. These are the adjectives that spring to mind during a phone call with interior designer Iris Dankner, who is the unsinkable Molly Brown of many worlds, including Holiday House, an annual interior design show that features the industry’s leading designers and brands. Now in its 12th year, the popular exhibition, which raises money for breast cancer research, is as delightful as a first sip of eggnog—and equally delicious. “It’s a $40 ticket to walk through; people can do some good without writing a big check,” says Dankner, speaking over the sound of a chainsaw wielded by a worker in the five-story Upper East Side town house where the event occurs. (“Not exactly a holiday soundtrack!” she quips.) Dankner serves as a member on the Advisory Board of the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF); proceeds from Holiday House directly benefit the organization. Besides the inspiring interiors springing up in every one of the 18 rooms created by top talent like Ally Coulter, Bennett Leifer, Jasmine Lam, and others, there are the many feel-good moments that make the hard work worth the effort. “The bonus for me is meeting everyone involved who all have their own stories,” says Dankner. “When I talked to a plumber yesterday, he said, ‘My grandmother had breast cancer—I can’t wait to tell her I’m working on this.’ That’s how I get to touch the lives of so many people.” Dankner’s own story is what led her to this moment. At age 40, she received a diagnosis of breast cancer. “It was early detection that saved my life,” she says. “I had two young daughters and needed a mastectomy and treatment. After I got my feet back on the ground, I felt that giving back was what made me heal.” She started fundraising, with a 120-person team she called Iris’s Bosom Buddies and chairing Race for the Cure events, including ones in Egypt and Israel. “We turned the world pink,” Dankner proudly says. “It got people talking about cancer.” Still, like most creative souls, she longed to do something original that would “combine my love of interior design and my passion to eradicate breast cancer.” Dankner succeeded—the proof being that Holiday House

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evolves every year, with new talent and enthused sponsors supporting her visionary goals: to bring together people in the design industry around a woman’s cause. At the beginning, Holiday House hewed close to its name: design themes centered on festive rooms and seasonal décor. Now, people take inspiration “from a good moment in life—they create their own magic—so it’s not just a Hallmark celebration,” says Dankner. “The theme can be what touches your heart, whether it’s a baby-naming or even a Sunday brunch. Designers get ultra-creative with those creative heads of theirs.” In line with her sense of health and renewal, Dankner created the Purist Sanctuary, partnering with editor-in-chief Cristina Cuomo on a room where visitors can relax and participate in guided meditation with Mercedes Club or mini sessions with life coach Beth Mobilian. It’s a wellness space she values, especially when thinking about her planned surgery in the new year, an operation prompted by the recall on breast implants. Being a breast cancer survivor means it’s never behind you, and restorative measures are important. “Every day I take time for myself—whether it’s taking a walk or being with a friend,” says Dankner. “You have to do that for yourself.” holidayhousenyc.com

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antiques or ultra-modern contemporary, there’s a Solo Rug to ground it. Besides color and pattern, the rugs come in a variety of piles to complement any décor style. “A high pile versus a low one can completely change the feel of the rug and the room,” says Solo Rugs founder Noah Krinick. “If a rug is sheared down to a distressed level, you get a more vintage, masculine look. A high pile with some shag to it is ideal for a bedroom aesthetic—but for practicality, just be sure that the bottom of the door isn’t hitting the rug.” Satisfied customers have Solo Rugs in unexpected rooms, even the kitchen. “We import from many different places,” Krinick says, “but the majority of our rugs come from Pakistan, from one supplier, are 99 or 100 percent wool, and dyed using natural and—most of the time—organic vegetal dyes.” Like most Solo customers, Krinick prioritizes sustainability when covering the floors he shares with his wife and children. “It was important for us to have handknotted wool rugs at home, so that we maintain a nice design aesthetic—and from a durability perspective, we never worry about the kids spilling anything, because the rugs are easy to clean.” solorugs.com 60

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“My favorite winter flower. I love to watch them grow and change every day. They last, and have the most intoxicating smell.” Paperwhites in reclaimed box, $60, Harry and David, harryanddavid.com

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Whether it’s an oceanfront estate, a diva’s penthouse in the sky or a designer’s whimsical stunner on Palm Beach, residences perfect for holiday bliss come in all shapes, sizes, locations and price tags. Fashion designer Elie Tahari’s oceanfront enclave in Sagaponack offers true escapism many Hamptons homeowners seek. Interior design is by Tom Flynn, with the centerpiece room featuring a generously proportioned fireplace for winter gatherings. Outside, a private sun deck leads right down to the beach. Glass doors in the great room form a corridor leading to the 60-foot pool and the ocean, nestled in landscaped perfection. From the master bedroom, take in views of the Atlantic, complemented by a master bath with an oversize tub and shower. Two other stunning bedrooms with en suite private baths make this home a true beach getaway. Dine on the flagstone terrace with magnificent arbor, taking in the sights and sounds of the sea.

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As basketball season kicks into high gear, famed LA Clippers coach Doc Rivers’ home, with spectacular views of the city and the ocean in the popular Bird streets of Los Angeles, is on the market, asking $11,250,000 with Mary Swanson of Compass. The Cape Cod estate, which also features a guest house, is an open-layout, one-story home with windows throughout to take advantage of the natural sunlight and city-to-ocean views. Spacious and thoughtful outdoor living, complete with kitchen, pool, spa, lounge and dining area make this a picture-perfect home for entertaining. In New York City, a triplex in Carnegie Hill can only be described as divine— and that’s fitting because Bette Midler owns this penthouse, now on the market, asking $50 million and listed with Brown Harris Stevens. In a prewar luxury building designed by Emery Roth, the 14-room home receives light from four exposures and features 3,000 square feet of landscaped outdoor space. A master bedroom with a woodburning fireplace, a library with its own garden, an oversize, light-soaked family room and a grand entertaining room all feature views of Central Park, the Reservoir and the Manhattan skyline.

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Matthew Cohen excels at sales and community service. One of Halstead’s top power brokers, Matthew Cohen became, at 27, the team’s youngest to reach $100 million in sales. As his Halstead teammates know, Cohen’s dedication extends not just Matthew Cohen to his immediate family, but to his work and workout families as well. A devoted SoulCycle member—he’s there every other morning at a minimum, and does his best to aim for a daily spin—Cohen enjoys participating in charity rides. “I love giving back,” he says. “Every year for Thanksgiving, I’ll go to a homeless shelter or soup kitchen with a family member or client, and we’ll help out for the full day. I also try to get involved in things that give back to the LGBT community.” He may be just 29 and a social media specialist (Instagram: @ matty_cohen), but he’s not too young to start thinking about elder care. When his parents decided to move back to Manhattan, Cohen found them the perfect apartment. “I’m an only child, and I’m young, but my parents are quite old for people my age: Dad’s almost 70. When he recently had surgery, I stayed the night at my parents’, in the middle of the work week, so I could help them with whatever they needed. Everyone who knows me, or follows me on social media, knows that I always try to put the word out there for all parents. A lot of my clients are parents: older parents, new parents...and I know that people sometimes have issues with parents, and maybe not everyone has parents as amazing as mine. But at the end of the day, it’s important to appreciate them as much as you can.” —Julia Szabo

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Purist Wellness Editor Amely Greeven shares must-haves she’ll be sneaking into grown-up holiday stockings this year.

“Designed to be worn after sunset, Ra glasses combine brilliant lens technology and stylish frames to combat blue-light disruption.” Artificial light glasses, from $153, Ra Optics, raoptics.com

“This ‘gold grade’ resin, named for its impeccable Himalayan sourcing, supplies 85 minerals and elements our cells urgently need, but typically lack due to depleted soils and foods.” Authentic Himalayan shilajit (10g), $60, Lotus Blooming Herbs, lotusbloomingherbs.com

“Help coffee lovers up the habit with this stir-in. The trio of nootropic herbs support brain function, mood and creativity.” Coffee Boost, $43, HANAH, hanahlife.com

“I love sharing small things with big effects. These ancient elixirs and modern biohacks support body and mind to maintain their balance.”

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“Sensuous, woodsy and unisex, this body oil is wonderfully calming and grounding.” Water body oil (1 oz.), $20, Osmia, osmiaorganics.com

“Share the calm-inducing benefits of high-grade, full-spectrum CBD through an evening bath ritual.”Unwind CBD bath bomb (50mg), $18, The Alchemist’s Kitchen, thealchemistskitchen.

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“I’m passionate about making throwaway plastic passé. These vitamin-like tabs come in a refillable vial and eschew toxic ingredients.” Fresh Mint toothpaste bits, $12, Bite, bitetoothpastebits.com

“The dendrobium orchid in this daily tonic is fabled to refill your well of yin energy, which tends to gets drained, leaving you feeling depleted.” Replenish elixir, $45, Kotuku, kotukuelixirs.com

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Purist founder Cristina Cuomo shares her latest finds in beauty and beyond.

This soap and shampoo in a bar from the new chemical-free 100 Senses is derived from coconut and argan oil. It’s plastic-free and won’t strip the color out of my hair, while leaving it moisture-protected. The Ultimate Body Bar, $26, 100 Senses, 100senses.com

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When my friend eradicated her breast cancer and returned from Hippocrates Health Institute, she immediately made me order this radiation blocker for my cell and my kids’ phones to lessen the frequencies we are exposed to. HHI 360 EMF radiation neutralizer for cell phones, $26, Hippocrates Health Institute, hippocratesinst.org

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Veronique Gabai’s new signature fragrance collection of nine scents is infused with luminosity and mystery inspired by the Cote d’Azur and its breezy, balmy essence. I take the portable gold sprayer in Jasmin de Minuit invoking the flower at night and vetiver. Jasmin de minuit eau de parfum (85 ml), $290, veroniquegabai.com

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I don’t like to travel with big bottles to save space, so I’m a big fan of travel size. One Ocean Beauty’s new cleaning kit has all the essentials this chemical-free fan needs. Marine mini travel system, $128, One Ocean Beauty, oneoceanbeauty.com

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ALINA CHO: I’ve got to tell you, when your staff said that you were doing a collection based on a book, I said, great, send the book up. I’d love to look at it. I was kind of half-expecting a coffee table book of beautiful images, because a lot of times that’s what inspires designers. What I got was a book with lots of words in it. What in the world was it about this particular book that inspired you?

belief systems and looking at the world this way. Then when Jonathan was starting to write this book, he would send me little excerpts and just sort of let me know what he was thinking. I thought to myself, I would love to do a capsule collection around the book and to be able to use literature that’s quite hard-hitting as an inspiration. I’d never done that before. I can’t really think of many other fashion houses that have. It just felt like a really fun thing to do. Obviously, the content is exactly my belief system and I could see it, like when he told me the tides would be responsible for all the weather. I suddenly saw the prints, and I could see the knitwear. It was very visual for me.

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sense, like I can now actually talk about this without being met with aggression or defensiveness. Most of my career, I was definitely the freak in the fashion room. You know, finally, the world is waking up. I think the fashion industry is one of the most harmful industries in the world environmentally. The Models rock the fashion industry needs revolutionary We Are the to lead and we need to Weather collection. be in fashion. We’re in danger of being unfashionable if we don’t listen.

AC: Jonathan, for those people in the audience who have not read the book, and don’t know about it: What is the basic thesis? Because I see here the subtitle is Saving the Planet Begins at Breakfast. What you’re saying is, there are lots of small things that we all can do on a daily basis. JONATHAN SAFRAN FOER: What we know now is not only that the Earth is warming because of human activity, but we know what the activities are that matter significantly more than others. There are a lot of things that we do that are good to do and important to do and make us feel good, like recycling and not using plastic straws. We need to do them, but they’re nowhere near as important as the high-impact activities, which are flying less, living without a car, having fewer children and eating a plant-based diet. Eating a plant-based diet is something that everybody can act on right now.

AC: You make materials out of plastic ocean waste, don’t you? What are the materials that you retrieve from the ocean? SM: Fishing nets that are left behind, and plastic bottles— they come out of the ocean and then become a recycled nylon. They’re in the linings of all of our bags, our nonleather bags. AC: I also don’t think that people realize just how much time, effort, cost and probably more than a few headaches have gone into being a leading vegetarian brand over the years.

AC: I believe you say no animal products before dinner. Is that your contention? JSF: It’s not a contention. That implies that there’s room for debate. It’s just science that 97 percent of climate scientists agree on.

SM: When you bring a non-leather product into America, it gets taxed up to 30 percent because it’s a non-leather good. I don’t put that extra cost on my customer. I sort of soak it up in my margin. Young entrepreneurs coming into fashion want to do what I’m doing. They want to work in a company like mine, so we have to give these young designers incentives. We have to actually flip the tax, and make people pay 30 percent tax when it’s a leather good being brought into America, and give people a 10 percent break when it’s a non-leather good. We have to change the approach. I mean, consumers may not realize that rayon is made out of trees. I took three-and-a-half years to develop sustainable viscose.

SM: It’s my contention. I say no animal products ever. AC: Stella, you started your brand in 2001, 18 years ago. At the time, you made a very conscious decision from day one to make Stella McCartney a vegetarian brand. No fur, no leather, no feathers, no animal products. People might be surprised to know just how much animal products permeate the fashion industry, whether it’s in the glue—which is basically boiled-down fish bones that hold together all leather goods, whether it’s shoes or handbags, to the kind of cotton used, or the viscose that’s in my dress. That’s a conscious decision you made. But when you decided to become a vegetarian brand 18 years ago, not everybody thought it was such a good idea. In fact, you were ridiculed, weren’t you?

AC: Tell me what are you most proud of when you think about the We Are the Weather collection. SM: I’m proud that we’re talking about it now. I’m really proud that it’s here, that we realized it, that it’s around us— and it’s looking great, in my opinion.

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“This is a line of items that I live in. They are classic, functional and perfect for layering.” Amanda belted silk chiffon blouse, $445, ARossGirl x Soler, available at Net-a-Porter, net-a-porter.com

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“My husband and I are intrepid travelers and have decided to spend Christmas in Ireland and Scotland. For wardrobe essentials this holiday, I am inspired by teals and greens, plaids and leopard. Layering always.”

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Fresh herbs and spices traditionally used in Indian, Thai and other Southeast Asian cuisines are ideal for what ails you this winter. Not only are they aromatic—think roasted cumin, turmeric, coriander—but they’re good for congestion and colds, especially when mixed with rose, lime, honey and ginger. They’re also at the heart of Ayurvedic cuisine, which is said to promote digestion and detoxification, conferring a brighter complexion and a clearer mind.

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that offer immunity to cold-weather illnesses. Vegetables, legumes, plant protein and grains are recommended. Eat three main meals and fast in between meals. Snacking is not advised. Herbal teas and fruits are recommended prelunch. The heaviest meal of the day should be consumed at lunch, as the sun is at its strongest energy at noon, and the body’s digestive fire at its peak. Dinner should be consumed before 7PM, so that the body has enough time to digest before bedtime at 10PM. Ayurveda recommends cooking with ghee, a form of highly clarified butter. Digestive herbs, such as asafetida, fennel, cumin and ginger should be used for flavoring. Herbal teas containing cardamom, ginger, licorice and pepper are preferred over iced drinks or coffee during winter months. Turmeric and fresh ginger, boiled and sipped on as a tea, build immunity and fight the cold. Maintain a regular exercise regime, and work out in the morning 20 to 30 minutes daily, so that the body retains its natural heat. In order to achieve optimum health, an individual must release unnecessary emotional energy by practicing yoga. Unresolved emotions create a disconnect of mind from body, leading to disease and illness. To determine one’s bioenergy and learn about an individual dosha, it’s best to make an appointment with an Ayurvedic practitioner who can gauge emotional and physical well-being. Shradha Aggarwal is a certified Ayurveda health coach, chef and wellness consultant.

Seasonal, fresh and in alignment with the circadian rhythms of nature, an ayurvedic diet offers a plan to boost health and maintain wellness. Ayur means life and veda is knowledge; Ayurveda is India’s holistic, 5,000-year-old physiotherapeutic medical system. It is based on the natural law of balancing the five elements—ether (space), air, fire, water, earth—that constitute the physical body. The five elements form bioenergies or doshas of three basic types: vata, consisting of ether and air; pitta, fire and water; and kapha, earth and water. Every person has at least one of these three doshas predominant:

VATA

Ayurveda recommends animal protein such as chicken and fish, to be eaten for this body type, which features a lean frame, wavy, thin hair and dry skin. Vatas have a bioenergy that is airy and cool.

PITTA

The pitta body, generally of medium frame, with prematurely graying or thin hair and reddened skin, needs a cooling diet and less spicy food; its natural bioenergy is a combination of fire and water.

KAPHA

The kapha body requires bitter, astringent foods, as this bioenergy is naturally prone to allergies and congestion with the changing of seasons. People of this dosha have large frames, thick hair, and smooth, oily skin. During the winter months, it is advised to eat warm foods 96

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WINTER WARM-UP

Chef Saira Malhotra’s Thai Green Curry provides a delicious way to ramp up the body’s defenses. BY CRISTINA CUOMO

Asparagus is loaded with vitamins and potassium.

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Bonus: Green beans are low FODMAP and rice is easy to digest.

With a recent trend toward the energizing and healthy 5,000-yearold tradition of Ayurvedic cooking, I decided to take classes with one of the best in New York, and a fellow mother, Saira Malhotra. Indian cuisine, she explained to me, is “noisier—snap, crackle, pop” than say, the more gentle sounds of Thai cuisine, although both cuisines are among the healthiest you can eat. Why? Because they’re packed with Chef Saira Malhotra immune-boosting, disease-fighting ingredients. Since I am partial to curry, and cumin is at the center of many curries, we decided to cook a quiet vegetable and chicken curry dish with a side of the fresh nutrient-packed superfood asparagus. We chose green curry, which gets its flavor and color from cilantro and lime leaf, as opposed to yellow curry (turmeric based) and red curry paste (made with chili powder) sisters. Here are the results of our creation.

METHOD 1. In the bowl of a mortar and pestle, pound the cilantro stems and spinach leaves to make a coarse paste (or grind in a food processor). 2. In a pan, sauté the cilantro-spinach mixture with the green curry paste and grapeseed oil for a couple of minutes until fragrant. Spoon the solid, creamy part of the coconut milk into the pan; add lime leaves and continue cooking until the oil separates. 3. Add the chicken and sauté on medium heat until chicken is cooked through. Add remaining coconut milk, palm sugar and green beans; season with fish sauce (add more if desired). 4. Before removing from heat, add the lime juice and cilantro.

COCONUT RICE INGREDIENTS 1 Tbsp. coconut oil 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice, washed and drained 1 cup canned coconut milk (shake well to combine before opening) 1 cup boiling water 1 tsp. salt METHOD 1. Heat coconut oil in a straightsided saucepan over medium heat. Pour rice into pan; toast for several minutes. 2. Add coconut milk, boiling water and salt to pan. Bring to a boil and then reduce to simmer. Cover; cook for about 12 minutes or until water has fully absorbed. Fluff with a fork before serving. ASPARAGUS SPEARS WITH GOLDEN GARLIC AND OYSTER SAUCE DRIZZLE 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed to remove pale, fibrous ends ¼ tsp. salt FOR DRIZZLE 1 ½ Tbsp. grapeseed oil 6 cloves garlic, chunkily chopped or left whole 1 Tbsp. sesame oil 2 Tbsp. oyster sauce METHOD 1. Steam the asparagus. Season with salt. Remove from steamer; set aside and keep warm. 2. In a frying pan, mix grapeseed oil and garlic; cook until golden. Add sesame oil. Remove from heat; add oyster sauce. 3. Place asparagus on serving plate; drizzle sauce over the asparagus, scattering the garlic pieces atop and around the asparagus.

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THAI GREEN CURRY INGREDIENTS FOR 2 PORTIONS 16g cilantro stems, cleaned well and roughly chopped Handful fresh spinach leaves, coarsely chopped 3 ½ Tbsp. green curry paste (use Thai Kitchen (for milder taste) or Maesri) 2 Tbsp. grapeseed oil 1 can whole-fat coconut milk, preferably Chaokoh (authentic) or Native Forest (organic), refrigerated before use so the cream rises to the top 6 kaffir lime leaves, roughly torn 1 ½ lbs. chicken tenders, sliced on the bias across the narrow width of chicken tender ½ tsp. palm sugar Handful of green beans 1 ½ Tbsp. fish sauce (instead of salt) 3 Tbsp. fresh lime juice Handful of cilantro for garnish

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AGNELLO ARROSTITO

Roasted Californian Lamb Loin, Pears and Mint Salad, Soft Sweet Potato Heart, Pear Mustard

TUSCAN WITH A TWIST

Luca Moriconi brings Italian flair to Culina and Vinoteca at the Four Seasons Beverly Hills BY RAY ROGERS PURIST: Tell us why this dish you are sharing with us is a good option for a healthy seasonal meal over the winter. LUCA MORICONI: Having pears in the salad helps the balance of the dish. They add sweetness to the savoriness of the very lean lamb loin, and pears are very seasonal, of course. Then I add some mint—the lamb is roasted with fresh herbs, in the Italian way. PURIST: How does this dish speak to the way you like to cook? LM: It’s all about simplicity, being seasonal and choosing the right products. I love to go to the Santa Monica Farmers Market every week and just create by seeing what the farmers show you—it comes into your mind naturally. The

quality of the ingredients has to be the top of the line. Working at the Four Seasons, the guests expect the highest quality. PURIST: How would you describe your style? LM: Tuscan chef, Tuscan roots, but always reborn—once you go in the market, your mind starts to think and create. I like to conceive new dishes that trace back to my roots. PURIST: How did you get interested in cooking? LM: It started at home. My mom cooks all day long; our whole family gathers once or twice a week for her meals. My father was a hunter who would bring home game meat, like wild boar, so I always wear a camouflage apron, and put game meat in my menu. fourseasons. com/beverlywilshire 100

METHOD 1. First, make the Sweet Potato Hearts, Mustard and Salad (below). 2. Meanwhile, heat a cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Season the lamb with salt, pepper and a bit of olive oil. Add more olive oil to the pan and sear the lamb on all sides until the meat is medium to rare. 3. Add the butter and the fresh herbs to the pan, basting the lamb until it is glazed. 4. Allow the lamb to rest for around 5 minutes on a roomtemperature grill. 5. Slice the loins in 5-6 slices each. Transfer to plates and sprinkle with sea salt and a few drops of olive oil. Place the sweet potatoes, salad and mustard alongside the lamb. 6. It is important to choose locally raised lamb; go to a nearby farmer to learn where the lamb is sourced, and how it was fed. You’ll also create connections with local farmers. FOR THE MUSTARD INGREDIENTS 3 Bosc pears 4 Tbsp. sugar 2 Tbsp. mustard seeds 1 tsp. black pepper 3 cups water 1 tsp. sea salt 2 stems fresh thyme METHOD Cut each pear into 6 wedges, removing seeds and central

part. Place pear wedges and remaining ingredients in a casserole; simmer until pears are soft. Remove the thyme stems and puree mixture. Chill to room temperature. FOR THE SALAD INGREDIENTS White balsamic vinegar 2 Tbsp. EVOO Sea salt Black pepper Leaves from 5 stems of mint, torn into small pieces 2 Bosc pears, thinly sliced 3 handfuls of arugula, cut into 2-inch pieces 1 handful frisee, cut into 2-inch pieces 1 head of radicchio, cut into 2-inch pieces METHOD 1. In a bowl, mix the vinegar, olive oil, salt and pepper. Add the mint leaves, pear slices and lettuces. 2. Toss gently; refrigerate until lamb is ready to be served. BAKED SWEET POTATO HEARTS INGREDIENTS 2 medium-size sweet potatoes 6 Tbsp. EVOO Sea salt Black pepper METHOD: 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Wash sweet potatoes and place in an ovenproof pan. Roast for 1 hour. 2. Remove sweet potatoes from oven and peel. Use a potato masher to smash them. Add oil, salt and pepper; mix well. Keep warm until lamb is ready to be served. 3. The soft texture of the sweet potatoes will be the final touch of the dish to be enjoyed in every bite, mixing all the different textures, flavors, sweetness and the lean lamb.

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FOR THE LAMB LOINS INGREDIENTS FOR 2 PORTIONS Two 9-10 oz. lamb loin chops 1 tsp. Maldon sea salt 1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper 3 Tbsp. Solaia EVOO 4 oz. butter 3 stems thyme 3 stems sage 3 stems rosemary

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IS MSG REALLY BAD?

excitotoxin, similar to aspartame. Tim Culbert points out that regular intake of MSG “may also contribute to metabolic and reproductive problems and promote inflammation”—the trifecta of modern-day health challenges. Naysayers mention the “MSG myth,” founded on decades-old, racist untruths about MSG-enriched Chinese restaurant food. But they overlook two inconvenient truths: First, that some people legitimately may be more sensitive to excess glutamate than others; secondly (and more critically), that processed foods (including meats, soups, salad dressings and many more categories) can, thanks to a labeling loophole, contain any of 50 ingredients that contain free glutamic acid, but are legally not labeled MSG. These include hydrolyzed vegetable protein, autolyzed yeast and yeast extract, carrageenan, soy extract, protein isolate, and even “natural flavors” and “seasoning.” Study the labels on an array of processed foods or (if you can find them!) fast food ingredient lists, and you’ll see these ingredients listed multiple times over, often in a single product. (Advocacy group Truth in Labeling reports that the ingredient is also hidden in personal-care products, supplements and medications; according to the CDC, MSG can be found in five of the most common vaccines, too, including the flu vaccine.) Seen through this light, could the reason that a home-cooked, whole-foods diet has such power to turn health and behavior disturbances be due to the removal of MSG-like additives? Maybe so. Especially for children, who Culbert says “may be more susceptible to the negative effects of MSG because their developing nervous system is easily damaged by toxic chemicals” and for whom “successful daily behavioral, cognitive and emotional functioning are closely tied to neurotransmitter balance.” If your family is navigating life with autism or behavioral regulation, or with migraines, or dementia—or frankly any chronic condition—at the very least get hip to where MSG and its cronies are hiding. Read labels like a sleuth; steer (way) clear of fast foods, and feed yourself and your kids fresh, whole foods you prep and cook yourselves. Then closely monitor what happens, and come to your own conclusions.

Impassioned foodies and celebrity chefs have lately been championing the return of MSG, the additive used to enhance the flavor of processed foods and some restaurant fare. Even fitness magazines and health websites are spearheading its resurrection from health pariah—a purported source of symptoms like headaches, irritability, mood and neurological problems, and even seizures—to benign (and even hipster) taste-enhancer, one whose reputation was undeservedly trashed. Claim sensitivity to MSG—a product manufactured by fermenting GMO corn or sugar beets that stimulates receptors in the mouth and tongue so that flavors seem heightened—and you’re dubbed hysterical. Deluded. Paranoid. MSG, its proponents claim, is as safe as Celtic sea salt. But maybe not so fast. Look a little deeper into the wave of media stories—so uniform in messaging, a skeptic might wonder if a powerful lobbying force unleashed it—and you find reason to be cautious. Health practitioners who treat migraine sufferers and neurological patients as well as children with autism and behavioral issues say that the active ingredient in MSG is free glutamic acid, aka glutamate, an isolated amino acid that in nature, exists in a chain of other amino acids (the building blocks of protein). Glutamate acts as an excitatory neurotransmitter that “revs things up” in the brain and body, says Tim Culbert, MD, a developmental and behavioral pediatrician at PrairieCare, an affiliate of the University of Minnesota Medical School. MSG, Culbert continues, exists in “dynamic balance with the inhibitory neurotransmitter GABA,” so that excitation and inhibition are in balance. But when dumped into the bloodstream in its processed, isolated form as a food additive, that feedback loop is overwhelmed. Continuously consuming foods that contain MSG “can create an unbridled glutamatergic storm that can flood the inside of the cell with calcium ions, resulting in nasty cellular damage and even cell death,” says ancestral nutrition and ketogenic expert Nora Gedgaudas, who connects a glutamatergic overload with a host of neurological conditions (including autism, dementia, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s). This has earned MSG the status of

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The health benefits of java are numerous and documented—just be sure to monitor your daily intake. BY JULIA SZABO “A beverage as black as ink, useful against numerous illnesses… Its consumers take it in the morning.” That’s how the German physician, botanist and plant-medicine pioneer Leonhard Rauwolf described coffee in the 16th century, after a decade-long voyage in the East. Today, after many years of dire warnings about coffee’s health risks (i.e., stiffening arteries and raising blood pressure), his fellow physicians are again touting the aromatic drink’s perks. Studies have shown that coffee may protect against Parkinson’s disease, type 2 diabetes, and liver diseases, including liver cancer— in addition to increasing circulation and cognitive function, while decreasing depression. Too good-for-you to be true? Science confirms that America’s favorite beverage is, in fact, so high in antioxidants, it’s actually the most—if not the only—

healthful part of the standard American diet. But how much people may safely enjoy depends on their individual reactions to caffeine. Even people in peak physical shape should avoid overdoing it. “Consuming too much caffeine can burn out the adrenal glands and overtax your body,” warns Josh Axe, a doctor of chiropractic medicine and natural medicine, and a clinical nutritionist. “But if you’re generally healthy and don’t have an autoimmune or other chronic disease, it’s fine to consume coffee in the morning or before lunch. The life of caffeine can be around 12 hours, so it can affect your sleep cycle.” Axe adds another caveat: “When buying coffee, you must buy organic, because coffee is one of the most highly sprayed plants in the entire world today.” Conventional coffee carries a heavy pesticide load, because plants grown in full sun come under constant attack from insects and invertebrates, and all those chemicals wind up in your morning brew. They also destroy bird populations. The Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center raises awareness of sustainably harvested, shade-grown coffee, which permits greater biodiversity than full-sun cultivation. Coffee is a crop that can be stored up to a year; as such, it’s a magnet for mold, which produces the dangerous chemicals called mycotoxins. Happily, the coffee industry has adopted widespread use of wet processing, which effectively eradicates most molds and their mycotoxins; roasting, meanwhile, reduces mycotoxins by about 50 percent. Over-roasting can reduce coffee’s antioxidant potency, so it’s best to opt for a light or medium roast. Reducing mud’s toxin burden is a priority for enlightened coffee brands. Mayorga Organics of Maryland committed to selling only organic coffee 20 years ago. Since 2008, Birds and Beans Coffee has offered shade-grown, organic coffee that’s certified Smithsonian Bird Friendly. Bulletproof, the Seattle-based company founded by biohacker Dave Asprey, tests its beans for mycotoxin contamination, as does Purity Coffee of Greenville, South Carolina. More and more, informed coffee connoisseurs are choosing beans of arabica, the more delicate coffee plant grown at higher altitudes, over robusta, the stronger, lessflavorful species. (“Arabica also tends to have less caffeine than its robusta cousin,” says Dr. Tieraona Low Dog, founder of Wildcrafter, organic coffee infused with superherbs tested for more than 300 herbicides and pesticides.) To maximize coffee’s health benefits, opt for plant milks and/or nutriceutical add-ins such as Superfood Creamer, a product of Laird Superfood, the company started by surfing superstar (and coffee connoisseur) Laird Hamilton. These dairy-free, soy-free powders boost any brew with ingredients ranging from maitake mushrooms to Madagascar bourbon vanilla. And if you care to cushion your adrenals, choose a medium roast pre-loaded with protection, such as Four Sigmatic’s Adaptogen Coffee with ashwagandha and tulsi.

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Four ways to take your winter cocktails game up a notch with Casa Dragones BY RAY ROGERS Sip Casa Dragones Joven tequila, or pair with food.

CLEAN AND CLASSIC

After an exhilarating day on the slopes, come in for a warming dose of comfort with Casa Dragones Joven, best enjoyed on its own to savor the exceptional flavor. “Our vision was to push the boundaries of what had been done before in the tequila industry, and create a tequila that was smooth enough to sip neat,” says Casa Dragones co-founder and CEO Bertha González Nieves. “Casa Dragones Joven is a unique blend of silver and extra-aged tequila, crafted with meticulous attention to detail, and made especially for sipping and pairing with food.” The award-winning Joven makes the ultimate holiday gift for tequila aficionados with discerning palates.

LOW CAL, HIGH FLAVOR

Go for a Casa Dragones Blanco on the rocks—or ask for it in your favorite

tequila cocktail. “We crafted Casa Dragones Blanco to deliver the pure essence of agave, so it’s ideal to sip on the rocks with a grapefruit twist to elevate the citrus notes of the tequila,” explains González Nieves. It’s also perfect for crafted cocktails, like the two that follow.

A HOTTER TODDY

James Beard award-winning mixologist Jim Meehan from PDT in New York City created the Winter Flower, a tempting tequila version of a hot toddy, using hibiscus and grenadine to accentuate the floral and aromatic notes of Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco. RECIPE: 1.5 oz. Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco 4.5 oz. hot hibiscus tea 0.25 oz. Bénédictine 0.25 oz. Jack Rude grenadine 106

HOW TO: Mix and serve in a preheated glass with a clove-studded lemon.

AN ALPINE TWIST

Meehan marries the peppery taste of arugula with the spiced notes of Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco in this next-level rendition of the traditional margarita, dubbed the Mountain Leaf. RECIPE: 1 .5 oz. Tequila Casa Dragones Blanco 0.25 oz. green chartreuse 0.75 oz. lime juice 0.25 oz. agave syrup 1 large arugula leaf HOW TO: Shake the liquid ingredients in an ice-filled shaker and fine-strain the mixture into a chilled glass. Garnish with the arugula leaf.

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FOOD IS MEDICINE

FOOD BLOGGING

In my effort to find sweet within the savory, to avoid the bad sugars I crave all too much, I discovered the power of green in these delicious holiday bowls filled with—what else? As the witch in Stephen Sondheim’s Into the Woods sings: “Greens green and nothing but green! Parsley, peppers, cabbages, and

celery. Asparagus and watercress and fiddlefern and lettuce!” Unlikely pairings of sweetness to complement greens: berries and pumpkin; citrus and soy; beets and cauliflower; kiwi, power greens and spirulina in a Christmas-themed bowl. And apples on anything. —Cristina Cuomo

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O OPRAH ON THE ROAD The multihyphenate force of nature takes her message of wellness to the people in a cross-country tour this winter.

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Over $1 million of tour proceeds will bring healthy food to underserved communities.

he sweet scent of Green Zebra and Black Prince tomatoes hangs thick in the air at Oprah Winfrey’s spectacular Hawaiian retreat. She has transformed a plot of land on the island of Maui into what she humbly refers to as a garden (most of us would call it an organic farm). At 4,000 feet above sea level—on the side of Haleakal , a dormant volcano—Winfrey has a home where in July 2019, 10 members of WW, formerly known as Weight Watchers, and their guests spent the day hiking, swimming and horseback riding, then joined the entertainment mogul for lunch and dinner. Surrounded by butterflies, Winfrey’s guests mingled as majestic horses munched grass nearby. Winfrey led her guests through yards of florals that surround her porch—Queen Anne’s Lace, marigolds, zinnias, poppies and purple cosmos. She had invited the guests to help them celebrate their life-changing successes with WW, and to share a glimpse of the way staying close to nature has enhanced her own wellness journey. “I was raised on a tiny farm in Kosciusko, Mississippi, by my grandmother, and she grew everything,” says Winfrey. “Never went to town for food. Other than baking powder, baking soda, and maybe some yeast, we bought nothing. If you needed medical remedies, you’d go out and gather some roots and pinecones. I remember her making me pinecone tea when I had a cold.” One of the things that makes Winfrey so relatable to her fans is that she’s always been so open about her own struggles. Weight is one of them. She’s made no secret of her years of trying and failing with a succession of diets. A few years ago she gave WW a shot, and discovered that the WW lifestyle approach worked for her. “I was fed up with my lose-and-gain-again routine,” Winfrey says. “I’d had enough of no-carb regimens. Some people can live without bread and pasta, but it just doesn’t make sense to me. I wanted a plan for life, and here it was in the form of WW. 115

For me, this is not a diet. It’s a whole shift in perspective. So yes, for sure, I’m a bona fide convert.” She was so enthusiastic about her experience with WW that four years ago, Winfrey purchased a 10 percent stake in the company for $43.2 million (which led WW’s stock to jump 75 percent that day). “I love connecting with WW members because while each of their stories is unique, there is also something universal about our shared experience,” says Winfrey. “I am constantly inspired by the WW community—to learn from them, to talk openly about our victories and our challenges. I’ve tried everything, and WW just works for me and my life.” Eating well is only one part of Winfrey’s wellness journey. She’s also a big fan of joyful daily movement (if not formal exercise) and of course, nurturing the mind and spirit. “Wellness to me means life in balance,” says Winfrey. Finding and maintaining equilibrium in a chaotic world is never easy, and it can be especially difficult for someone who wears as many hats as Winfrey does: Actress. Talk-show host. Producer. Philanthropist. CEO. Best-selling author. Winner of 39 Emmy Awards. A self-made woman worth more than $2.7 billion. And these titles, numbers and accomplishments, impressive as they are, still can’t begin to encompass the force of nature that is Oprah Winfrey. Despite her jaw-dropping list of achievements and all the money in the world, it turns out Winfrey is still human. Like the rest of us, she still struggles with disappointments big and small. She succeeded not because life was easy, but because she’s always been able to turn stumbling blocks into stepping stones. This is, after all, a woman who was born in poverty, raised by a single teen mother, became pregnant at 14, and still became North America’s first black multibillionaire. So when in 2019, a health scare brought Winfrey to the emergency room with a diagnosis of pneumonia, forcing

the relentlessly driven 65-year-old to cancel work commitments, many things were uncertain. But one thing was not. Pneumonia had picked the wrong person to mess with. “I came back from overseas and I thought I had a cold, but it wasn’t a cold,” Winfrey recalls. “I ended up in the emergency room. They said you have pneumonia, and I was on antibiotics and it wasn’t working. I went back and they said it’s actually worse; you should see a lung specialist. The doctor immediately told me I must cancel everything. I’ve never cancelled anything in my life. And it changed the way I look at wellness. So now I’m going back on tour to talk about it.” She responded to her illness by launching her Oprah’s 2020 Vision: Your Life in Focus tour. Rather than focusing on her own suffering, Winfrey has transformed her health crisis into an opportunity to inspire others. From January through March, the tour will stop in nine cities, offering a full-day wellness event to help encourage audiences across the country to make 2020 the year of renewal. “We can all come together to support a stronger, healthier, more abundant life, focused on what makes us feel energized, connected and empowered,” says Winfrey. “As I travel the country, my hope for this experience is to motivate others to let 2020 be the year of transformation and triumph—beginning first and foremost with what makes us well.” On each stop, Oprah will share the personal ups and downs of her own wellness journey and lead workbook exercises. And in each city a different celebrity—including Lady Gaga, Tina Fey, Amy Schumer, Dwayne Johnson, Michelle Obama, Tracee Ellis Ross, Kate Hudson, Jennifer Lopez and Gayle King—will sit down for a one-onone interview with Winfrey. Your Life in Focus isn’t all talk. For the body, there’s a 45-minute dance-driven workout led by Julianne Hough, followed by clean lunches, provided by WW. But of course, the most powerful element of the tour will be the fact that guests can interact with Winfrey, experiencing her energy, positivity and encouragement in person. The open secret to Winfrey’s charisma is that she commands audiences with empathy, and demonstrates emotional intelligence on an epic scale. Oprah’s 2020 Vision will kick off Saturday, January 4 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, making stops in Saint Paul, Minnesota; Charlotte, North Carolina; Atlanta; Brooklyn, New York; Dallas; San Francisco;

A-LIST LINEUP

Wellness-minded celeb guests in every city.

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and Los Angeles, before wrapping Saturday, March 7 in Denver. Winfrey is an energetic philanthropist—her charitable organizations have garnered her the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian honor in America. And this tour is no exception: Over $1 million from tour proceeds will benefit WW Good, the philanthropic arm of WW that helps bring fresh, healthy food to underserved communities nationwide. Which brings us back to that party Winfrey hosted for WW members at her home in Maui back in July. It was there that the seeds were planted for her 2020 tour, before her bout with pneumonia intensified her commitment to the project. “I wanted to invite people to my home because it is a wonderful space for me to rejuvenate myself and I thought, What a wonderful reward for people who are excited about changing their body, their mind and their life,” she says. “It ended up being so inspiring for me. We had a party on the front porch, and then I decided, what if we could do this for as many people as possible? Obviously, I cannot have everybody on my front porch, but I can come to a city near you!” This is not Winfrey’s first national tour with a focus on wellness. In 2014, she did a tour called The Life You Want, and she’s missed having the kind of immediate contact with an audience these live events offer. “I love being able to share stories and invite people to be their best selves,” she says. And of course, most of her career has been focused on helping people to more fully be themselves and live more authentic, happy and fulfilling lives. So what will the 2020 tour deliver? “You can expect to come and get yourself inspired, motivated, filled up, knowing that so many other people have been where you are and have learned to live a life of triumph, triumph in wellness and well-being,” says Winfrey. “You can expect inspiration, motivation, and the will to move forward to your best possible life.” “This tour is for everybody who wants a better life in 2020,” she adds. “If you’re just thinking, What can I do, I’m feeling a little stuck, I’ve been procrastinating, gee, I need to lose a lot of pounds, I need to lose a few pounds, I need to move on from my job, I need to get out of this bad relationship, I just need to move forward—2020 is the year. Let’s do this thing! Get well together!” For tickets to Oprah’s 2020 Vision: Your Life in Focus tour, go to ww.com/oprah

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Vital stats on the media powerhouse, actress and philanthropist Oprah Winfrey, who hosts her 2020 Vision tour in nine cities across the United States this year.

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Total box-office profits from Oprah’s film debut, The Color Purple, which secured her an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actress.

Oprah is one of WW’s 4.6 million members, and the “Oprah effect” has brought in 1 million more members since she announced her 26-pound weight loss using the program in 2015.

“We have to make the choice— every single day—to exemplify the truth, the respect, and the grace that we wish for this world.”

Thousand: Oprah’s appearance at Barack Obama’s South Carolina campaign rally drew a crowd of 30,000, making it the largest political event of the 2008 election.

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After receiving 15 Daytime Emmy Awards by 2000, Oprah stopped submitting The Oprah Winfrey Show for consideration, hoping to open opportunities for other programs.

Number of titles (out of 82) featured in Oprah Winfrey’s book club that became No. 1 on USA Today’s bestseller list.

HOROSCOPE: Oprah Winfrey, Scorpio, b. Jan. 29. Oprah’s elevated planets show that she is a revolutionary Aquarius. Aquarians are known to bring radical changes that benefit humanity as a whole.Oprah’s Sagittarius Moon reveals her fun, playful nature. She is driven by her fascination with the world, to experience and explore it. —by Karen Thorne, karenthorne.com, @karenthorneastrologaie

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The year Oprah Gail Winfrey was born in Kosciusko, Mississippi, to Vernita Lee.

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Nashville’s WVOL 1470 AM radio was the first to employ Oprah, then a high school student, as a broadcaster, in 1970.

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Oprah is the first black female to host an American syndicated talk show, and the first black female billionaire in history.

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The current enrollment at Oprah Winfrey’s Leadership Academy for Girls, her South African boarding school for grades 8 through 12.

ASPEN MOUNTAIN MAGIC

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Jayma Cardoso and the team behind Montauk’s Surf Lodge are headed west—to the snow-capped mountains of Aspen. Just like its East End sister, the Snow Lodge, occupying the former Shlomo’s space, is destined to be a prime destination for day-to-night activities, from morning fitness classes and wellness activations with Purist to post-slopes hang time. Expect an expertly curated shop on site, elevated dining experiences with visiting star chefs, outdoor lounge areas and cozy fire pits to gather around for mulled craft cocktails, not to mention their famed DJ and concert series. John Legend rocked the Surf Lodge this summer and he’s back to wow Aspen’s après-ski crowd this season. Open until spring; 501 E. Dean St., Aspen

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BIOPHILIA BOOM

When it comes to architecture and nature, only connect. BY LEA SISSON

Light and darkness keep circadian rhythms in check.

most oxygen day and night, absorbing harmful chemicals emanating from your carpet or furniture. Kamal Meattle has a great TED talk on this subject: “How to Grow Fresh Air.” Get outside! Create access to a garden or a balcony or a roof garden. Feel the weather, hear the world. Light and darkness, at appropriate times, are essential for keeping circadian rhythms in check. Otherwise, we fall into stress responses, memory loss and attention deficit. Natural light keeps us alert and comfortable. Where natural illumination is not available, choosing the right artificial light is important. Avoid fluorescent and cheap LEDs; their flicker makes focusing more difficult. If you are designing from scratch, it’s a travesty not to create enough natural light to eliminate the use of artificial light during the day—both for the inhabitants’ well-being and the reduced carbon footprint. Darkness is an absolute must for sleep: no computer, no TV. Blue-white light is bedtime’s enemy. The red light of a fireplace is soothing, and helps release melatonin the body needs to sleep. Do yourself a favor and seek out a connection to nature. Nurture it at home. Give yourself this gift for your well-being and bring it to those around you.

Space matters. We spend 80 percent or more of our time indoors. Architecture cannot be reduced to the utility of function; it has to be designed to promote human flourishing. For this, a holistic approach is necessary. The word biophilia, first coined by social psychologist Erich Fromm, embraces the idea that people have an innate tendency to look for connections with nature and other forms of life. “That’s nice,” we say. “Feels right. But so what?” Research shows that this connection is something we need for well-being: Roger Ulrich, in 1984, published the first scientific data showing that patients recovering from surgery in rooms with views of nature had an increased rate of healing. Since then, a growing body of research in the fields of neuroscience, biology and cognitive sciences allows a more sophisticated understanding of how the brain, body and nervous systems operate. With more humans than ever before contending with mental health and cognitive impairments leading to poor physical health, current research and findings from neuroscience and other fields are game-changing. Connection to nature, seeing it, being able to access it and care for it are some of the hallmarks of biophilic design. If you do not have a window that looks out to a garden, bring a garden inside. Caring for plants is good for you, too. If you want to go a step further, get plants that create the

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If you do not have a view of a garden, bring a garden inside.

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HOW’S THAT FOR BALANCE?

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Founder of 7908 club and lifelong bon vivant Roger Wilson finds his current sweet spot in Aspen, mixing yoga poses and cocktails. BY STEVE GARBARINO for so very long.” He concedes his new role in life isn’t what he expected. “Being a responsible person in Aspen 365 days a year is something I never thought possible or necessary. Like watching your gas mileage on the Autobahn. Now it’s the driving force in my life.” As a former boyfriend of Christy Turlington and Elizabeth Berkley—who has called home such culinary and mixology metropolises as New York, New Orleans and Los Angeles—Wilson has seen the days and nights of lines and poses. His long vocation as a yoga teacher and health coach keeps him grounded in a den of excess. “Wellness is a state of mind that expresses its fruition or negation in countless ways,” Wilson says. Roger Wilson “Wellness requires practice, a achieves a perfect ‘devoted’ practice. But wellness handstand. requires the need to forgive— both your own and others’ shortcomings, setbacks, fuckups, whatever. Without the ability to forgive, you are doomed to look at life as something ‘happening to you,’ rather than something you are blessed to be a participant in. For me, eating right, teaching and practicing yoga, skiing, playing guitar and singing, working hard and being of service when it is required, are just tricks, in a way, to staying fit enough in body, mind and spirit to remain grateful. Without gratitude you are toast.” Wilson intends 7908 to stand out in an avalanche of nightspots by featuring dishes that aren’t exactly indigenous to the Aspen culinary scene, including his caviar nachos and Southern fried chicken, the latter a nod to his New Orleans roots, not to mention a spirits program leaning heavily on fresh-squeezed juices and organic ingredients— delicious, as opposed to overtly precious, he says. Hearkening back to martini quaffing and yoga stretches, Wilson says they’re only doors away. His yoga studio is one block from his club. “The embodiment of the yin-yang philosophy.” Roger, that. 7908aspen.com.

“I don’t know many men who are blessed to be able to teach yoga and serve martinis to the very same people in the very same day,” says Roger Wilson, yoga master, life coach, Deep South expat, former “Porky’s actor” (yes, we said that), screenwriter, rocker, modelizer— and now proprietor of 7908, an Aspen supper club/nightclub named for the elevation of his adopted city. Wilson, 63, is on a high himself. A man of the world who has taken his share of richesto-rags-to-a-healthy-wealth of hard knocks and conquests, the New Orleans-born Jack of all trades opened the 7908 club 18 months ago as another adventure in his life. With a nod to classic “address” icons such as ‘21’ Club and Studio 54, Wilson, when asked by a local friend to consider buying the former home to a retro speakeasy, envisioned a place of spontaneity, not a cultivated cool. Get it right, and they will come. He references the Stork Club and Rick’s Café Americain from the golden days of clubs to stalwarts of civilized debauchery such as downtown Manhattan’s Odeon and Indochine–the latter, places he frequented in his high-flying Manhattan days in the ’80s. His role at Aspen’s hot ticket: a sort of Rick Blaine host, a modern Bogie keeping things swell-egant and smooth— Casablanca in Colorado. It’s a natural fit. Possessing a joie de vivre that is perhaps driven from both tragedy and travels—his parents died when he was very young, setting him on a solo flight in life—Wilson is now firmly grounded in the hospitality trade, determined to make 7908 a landing pad for locals and tourists. “Having arrived in Aspen fresh out of prep school, and then adopted by many of the living legends there, I have long considered Aspen a second home,” says Wilson. “Of course, being a business owner is much different than being an actor, ski bum, bon vivant, you name it—which I was 121

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FUTURE FORWARD

Sustainable practices rank high on Aspen business plans. BY LINDA HAYES

Eco-friendly, certified organic clothing line MATE the Label

monarch butterflies painted on canvas, is a major fan— and user—of earth-friendly RAW Paints. Manufactured as house paint in the Netherlands and notably earth-friendly, RAW Paints come in powder form and must be mixed with water to use. In addition to being extremely high quality, the paint is free of volatile organic compounds (VOC) and solvents. At the base of the Silver Queen Gondola, Ajax Tavern at The Little Nell has renewed its commitment to sustainability this winter; the goal is for The Little Nell to become a single-use, plastic-free property. Plastic straws and to-go containers have been replaced with compostable versions. Staff have been outfitted with up-cycled shirts and sweatshirts for uniforms, all made from 189 pounds of plastic and nets removed from the ocean. Extending the concept to architecture, a recent renovation by Rowland+Broughton, the forward-thinking firm with urban and mountain sensibilities, emphasizes sustainable materials such as light oak, leather and blackened steel.

More than just a buzz word, the concept of sustainability has filtered into every nook and cranny of the Aspen business community. At the popular 02 Aspen yoga studio, owner Brittany Van Domelen and her team are committed to creating sustainable processes while continually searching for new brands devoted to responsible practices. “I’ve always been passionate about the environment,” Domelen says. “When we moved O2 to the Aspen Core, I dreamed of building a space that provides wellness for the mind, body and spirit, and in turn, protects our beautiful planet.” To that end, yoga props used at the studio, including mats by BMATS and BYoga, are made from sustainable materials. Eco-friendly clothing lines such as MATE the Label and Beyond Yoga are carried in the on-site shop and “clean” beauty and skin care, including Osea, Herbivore, and Salt & Stone, are used in the 02 Spa. An Elkay EZH20 water-filling station precludes the need for disposable plastic water bottles. LivAspen Art Gallery owner Olivia Daane, an Aspenbased painter known for her large, mixed-media series of 122

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Mixed-media butterfly on canvas by Olivia Daane

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Proceeds of the fashion show support Aspen Hope Center.

KEEP TALKING

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Aspen Cares Theatrical Fashion Show creative director Katy Parnello sheds light on the importance of mental health awareness. goal is to get people talking about mental health issues, to understand there are ways to talk about them, and to know that there are people in their community dealing with these challenges right now. Colorado has one of the highest suicide rates in the country, and Aspen one of the highest in the state. This reality is not something that Aspen is taking lightly. Pitkin County commissioner Greg Poschman has implemented a two-pronged approach to reduce Aspen’s high suicide numbers. The first is to provide mental health first-aid training to anyone in Pitkin County who is interested in taking it—the Aspen Hope Center gives these courses. The second approach is resiliency training, focused on the youth of the community, to teach them to recover quickly from situations involving stress, adversity or tragedy. By educating its residents, the city of Aspen will help others spot vulnerable behavior and advocate for their state of being. Hopefully their example will help other communities create successful programs across the country. So, keep talking. Keep listening. Know you are not alone. We are all in this together. The 9th Annual Aspen Cares Theatrical Fashion Show benefiting the Aspen Hope Center is on Feb. 6 at Belly Up Aspen (bellyupaspen.com); from $100 for general admission; aspencares.org

While rehearsing for the 8th Annual Aspen Cares Theatrical Fashion Show last year, I was discussing the state of mind of a central character. Talking with the model playing the part, I described a feeling of paralysis while reaching out for a door handle and not being able to open the door. She looked at me and asked, “Is that something that happens to people?” Her reaction made me stop for a moment; I realized this was not something everyone had experienced. The day in my early 20s when I found myself unable to turn a door handle and walk outside my family home was so poignant, so transformative—I took for granted that everyone must have experienced something similar at one time or another. Back then, I was in a phase of incredible anxiety and depression, and lucky enough to have a supportive family and professional services to help me navigate these foreign waters. Now on the other side of it, I am grateful for this period of my life, and thankful for the tools I acquired which help me to this day. Our one-night-only Aspen Cares Theatrical Fashion Show weaves dance, movement, music, story—and of course fashion—into a seamless performance. High-end to streetwear fashion designers are featured. Proceeds support the Aspen Hope Center, whose mission is to extend a beacon of encouragement to those in emotional crisis, and provide suicide prevention services and care. Our 123

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COOL COLLECTIVE

IN THE MIX

Amping up the fun in Base Village.

Healthy flavors, made to order

Chef Martin Oswald’s new mix6 restaurant is poised to be the go-to, or takeout, spot of the season for quick, flavorful, nutritious fare. But what else would you expect from the Austrian-born Oswald, whose ready smile and boundless enthusiasm have been elevating dining experiences up and down the Roaring Fork Valley, including at his popular Pyramid Bistro in Aspen, for the past 20 years? Diners create their own dishes by mixing and matching six out of a lineup of 30 different proteins, vegetables and sauces. “All the ingredients are fresh, nutrient-rich and healthy, and people can select them based on specific diets if they choose,” says Oswald. Dishes include Tuscan-style

While Snowmass’ social hub may revolve around chef Martin Oswald’s new mix6 restaurant and the MoxiBar, kids will want to take a spin through the Game Lounge at The Collective. In addition to neon foosball, classic arcade games and giant pin art, the fun, colorfully painted (check out the interactive music wall) downstairs space features a 3-foot-deep ball pool in the shape of Snowmass’ Ziegler Reservoir. A new mixed-use community hangout called The Lounge offers improv theater, slam poetry and comedy acts, TED-style talks, wine tastings and book signings. Nearby, handcrafted cold-pressed juice blends, smoothies and dairy-free drinks served up at JUS Snowmass (another up-from-Aspen newcomer) deliver the energy boost you need. thecollectivesnowmass.com —Linda Hayes 124

chicken with kale Caesar, broccoli and Spanish rice, and Paleo-friendly chimichurri steak with bacon sprouts, mushrooms and lemon kale. While the culinary action takes place in an open kitchen, diners may settle at tables in the contemporary, light-filled restaurant with mountain and ice rink views, or on the patio as well. Cocktails offer a perfect pairing at the adjoining MoxiBar. Try an açai martini or a pomegranate paloma. eatmix6. com —L. H.

GO WITH THE FLOW Yogi Aaron King’s vinyasa empire

Since shuttering his popular King Yoga studio in the Airport Business Center a year ago, beloved yogi Aaron King has led devotees to pop-up vinyasa flow classes at O2, the Roof Deck at the Aspen Art Museum and The Sundeck on Aspen Mountain. This winter, the flow and the beat of his signature, music-driven classAaron King es, a throwback to his days working in LA’s music industry (his playlists nearly always include tracks by personal favorites such as the Grateful Dead and Phish) will continue as he opens the new King Yoga Snowmass studio in the One Snowmass building. Time on the mat in all-level classes offers the perfect balance to activities on the slopes. kingyoga.net —L. H.

@thecollectivesnowmass; courtesy of Chef Martin Oswald; Brooke Casillas Welgos

A custom paddle by Debbie Clapper Murals & Art at The Collective

One of chef Oswald’s creations

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SKIERS’ EDGE Olympic-worthy wellness advice from Alex Ferreira

BY KATHRYN O’SHEA EVANS

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During the ski season, Performance Ski’s busiest time, co-owner Lee Keating plays this morning schedule on repeat. BY TESS WEAVER STROKES As co-owner of Aspen’s iconic Performance Ski and an owner-designer of Italian ski brand Authier, style maven Lee Keating drives Aspen’s ski fashion for everyone from chic locals to visiting celebrities. Keating, along with her husband, former World Cup ski racer Tom Bowers, helped evolve Performance Ski from a small shop 32 years ago into a retail institution with locations in Aspen, Snowmass and Vail. She also turned the shop into one of skiing’s most storied gathering places (especially during the holidays). Keating approaches all her clients with an honest, direct manner and a photographic memory that has earned her a loyal following—80 percent of her clients are regulars (and for many, Lee is the first person they call when their plane lands in Aspen). Here’s how Lee gets in touch with Aspen’s soul on winter mornings: 5:30AM “I wake up in the dark, have coffee in my kitchen and watch the sun come up. I get my best ideas when I am alone with my thoughts.”

8AM “Tom and I drive into town together and go to the shop. I often commute in my long underwear and put on ski clothes at the shop. I wear black pants and jackets. I wish I could say I’m going to try something else, but at the end of the day, I always just buy three new black outfits.” 8:45AM “I get on the mountain right when the lift opens. I usually ski by myself. My favorite run is Aztec—I think it’s Aspen’s soul. I love the fact that as I approach the run, I have no idea what it’s going to be like. The drop-off is super steep, which makes it impossible to see the terrain, so I just commit. If it’s a powder day, I love making big turns through powder bumps—the only kind of moguls I ski. Most of the time, I go all the way down to the 1-A lift. 11:30AM “I go to [mid-mountain restaurant] Bonnie’s for lunch, which usually involves their famous apple strudel with fresh whipped cream. That, or on a really snowy day, I go to Crêperie du Village for the soups and salads.” 125

From January 23-26, 2020, Aspen is hosting the X Games at the Buttermilk Ski Area, a local favorite since 1958. Pro skier and Aspen native Alex Ferreira—who won the silver medal for halfpipe in the 2018 Olympics—tells Purist how he stays healthy during competition season. What’s the key to wellness? I put a lot of work into recovery. I stay healthy by stretching 20 minutes a day, typically in the morning. I am also a huge believer in the sauna and the steam room and I go every single day—sometimes twice a day! I’m addicted. Do you change your diet at all during competition season? I do. I try and keep it as simple as possible, honestly. That consists of a lot of leafy greens. I’m into broccoli and a lot of superfoods like sweet potatoes, beets, avocados. I mix that with white rice for a little bit of carbs. I do notice minor issues when I eat red meat too many days in a row. I try and stay away, but I do indulge. I’m getting a lot of my protein from unsalted almonds and walnuts. What are your favorite spots in Aspen for healthy food? I go to JUS Aspen (501 E. Hyman Ave.). They make phenomenal juices, and during the X Games I drink a ton of them. I get the beet-flavored one— I’m all about the beets, because they keep you healthy. Then I’ll also stop by the Big Wrap (520 E. Durant Ave., #101) and have my own little custom wrap—typically white rice, guac, roasted vegetables and cheese. I’m trying to get her to put it on the board and call it the Ferrari, because that’s my nickname. Pro skier Alex Ferreira swears by sauna, juices and sleep.

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HAIR LIFT

Give your tresses a boost this season, with expert advice from Michael Tullio, founder of Salon Tullio.

The Little Nell’s heated pool

Mountain Club to install a blow-out station, for blow-outs on the go. [laughs]

Do you draw inspiration from Aspen culture, style and aesthetic in your work? Sharing clients with the most renowned salons throughout the country is a very special gift. We have the opportunity to see and share what’s happening throughout the country and world, their style and taste, all in our salon at the same time. It’s truly a unique experience for all.

How do you suggest keeping hair tamed while skiing—any way to avoid helmet hair? Helmet hair is simply one of those things that you can’t escape. However, I would suggest getting a blow-dry before hitting the slopes; over the years I have seen this make a difference when people remove their helmets. And of course, a blow-dry right after you come off the slope doesn’t hurt. Or we can try to convince the Aspen

What do you recommend for those who suffer from dry scalp during winter months? I would suggest our Alluring oil, an elixir for heavily color-treated or bleached hair. It’s made with biodynamic active ingredients, rich with vitamin C, as well as hydrating nutrition properties to revitalize the hair, scalp and skin. Does Salon Tullio offer any special treatments or services that can revive or strengthen hair? We have seen great things with Wella Plex and now Organic Way. Both are reconstructing and bonding treatments that go deep into the cortex of hair, for long-lasting results. salontullio.com —G.E. 126

ASPEN’S NEWEST SPA TREATMENTS A little pampering makes perfect. BY KATHRYN EVANS O’SHEA HOTEL JEROME: OXYGEN FACIAL Aspen sits at 8,000 feet elevation, so it’s no surprise even your skin can use a bit of extra air. At this famed 1889 hotel, the new oxygen facial combines hyaluronic acid and a moisture-binding serum with pressurized oxygen. Translation? Plump, collagen-boosted skin that practically glows like fresh-fallen snow. aubergeresorts.com/hoteljerome; 50 minutes, $200; 80 minutes, $280. THE LITTLE NELL: DIRTY THIRTY BODY TREATMENT Offered in honor of this legendary resort’s 30th birthday, this 80-minute treatment includes a pumpkin scrub (on both your back and feet) and a pumpkin facial with antioxidant-filled June Jacobs skin care—all reported to lessen free radical damage, fine lines and more. thelittlenell.com; $289. ST. REGIS ASPEN: ROCKY MOUNTAIN VIBES TREATMENT Designed for après-ski R&R, this 90-minute sports massage includes a full-body rubdown with your choice of arnica or CBD oil, plus stretching, acupressure and a bit of vibration courtesy of a Hyperice Hypervolt device. Buh-bye, muscle aches. stregisaspen.com; $425.

@hamptonivy; @thelittlenell

What about sun damage? How can one best revive hair and scalp after sun exposure? We have recently introduced a new 100 percent natural and organic product and color line called Organic Way from Italy. All products contain a concentration of botanical ingredients, including popular sun protective elixirs and an after-sun hair mask, for nourishing and repairing the hair.

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SPECIAL DELIVERY Good Clean Food, Delivered brings plant-based takeaway to the Roaring Fork Valley. BY TESS WEAVER STROKES

Brooke Casillas Photography; Ladd Forde Photography; courtesy of Aspen Botanicals

Cleansing carrot ginger soup from Good Clean Food

In April 2019, Lisa Cohen, a certified nutritionist, health coach and weight-loss expert, and Kelly Hollins, a certified health coach, vegan chef and mother of two, founded Good Clean Food, Delivered, the Roaring Fork Valley’s only plant-based, zero-waste food delivery system For $285 per week, Good Clean Food clients receive one delivery per week that packs enough organic, plant-based, glutenand refined-sugar-free meals and snacks to last most clients four or five days. Think nourishing soups, bountiful Buddha bowls, vibrant salads, superfood smoothies and guiltless treats. GCF is currently developing an office-friendly “just lunches” offering, as well as their SOUPer Cleanse, launching in January 2020. Everything is packaged and delivered in glass jars or compostable containers that GCF takes back each week to reuse and compost. Cohen draws inspiration from her former Aspen-based cleanse-delivery business, while Hollins credits a plant-based diet for pulling her out of a health crisis in 2018. They both personally shepherd the meals each week to clients ranging from working women on the go, to busy young families and healthfocused retirees. “Putting your food out there is like putting your heart out there,” says Hollins. “The feedback is so positive. When we deliver, we hear wonderful compliments like ‘You’re changing my life’ and ‘I feel better than I’ve ever felt.’” goodcleanfoodco.com

CREATIVE HUB

Aspen’s best and brightest link up with this fresh take on coworking. Here House, Aspen’s newest coworking space, is a refuge for creators. Mother-daughter entrepreneurial duo Candice Carpenter-Olson and Michaela Carpenter had a vision for a fluid environment reminiscent of a boutique hotel. Vibrant floral murals and midcentury-inspired décor create an ambiance that sparks innovation. Guests seeking solitude can utilize modular

work areas that have soundproofing technology. The homey living room is equipped with flat-screens and a sleek fireplace, and members’ little ones are often seen snacking or watching cartoons alongside Mom and Dad. There are no typical days at Here House; the club can transform from a cozy work floor into a buzzing party spot. The staff is on a mission to unite Aspen in imaginative ways, with tarot reading, game nights, and educational events sponsored by local nonprofits, like Aspen Film Fest and Aspen Words. Each member adds a unique yet vital benefit to Aspen, often in the wellness realm. Yoga therapist and diabetes advocate Evan Soroka brings yoga

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An array of healing herbs line the shelves of Aspen Botanicals.

MOUNTAINSIDE MAGIC Herb crafter Jenna Handloff supplies Aspen with self-care essentials.

Aspen Botanicals enchants Steamboat Springs with natural treasures. Owner Jenna Handloff took over the cozy apothecary from Suzanne Tully, the midwife who delivered her daughter. The apothecary’s shelves are stocked with creations by Jenna and local crafters; a house-made skin-care line is offered alongside Colorado Hemp Honey and vinegar elixirs from Strongwater. Understanding the importance of sacred wellness rituals, Aspen Botanicals offers selfcare essentials (including herbal tinctures, salt soaks and crystals) that take practices to a new level. Natural-health newbies can register for on-site classes, including a series on the power of feminine energy, a mother’s group and a course on menstrual wellness. The mission is to break down taboos surrounding reproductive health and facilitate an educational dialogue. “When it comes to women’s health care, we need to assess our unique constitutions instead of generalizing,” says Handloff. “The start is offering a space for communication.” aspenbotanicals.com —G.E.

Here House’s living room and meeting space nidra and meditation. Karina Marconi of OP Makeup Studio keeps members looking and feeling their best. Individual memberships from $1,650 per year; business and seasonal memberships are also available. herehouse.club —Gabrielle Echevarrieta

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ZEN AND THE ART OF DOING Every decision is a spiritual one, she says. “I can’t change what I am, nor do I want to. But I can choose how I respond to the world around me and take conscious responsibility for my active role in co-creating with others, choosing to be what I call a ‘conscious cultural creator.’ Do I invest in a company that uses slave labor or do practice what I preach and respect human life enough to make less profit but not sell my soul? Do I hike under the Aspen trees seeing photosynthesis as a miraculous feat to behold, or do I forget while in a skyscraper that the glass windows I look out of are still just sand and neglect my acknowledgment of my interdeWorld travel pendence with all things, and that inspires Mary Ann I am no more or less than any other Thompson-Frenk. human being?” Among other projects, Thompson-Frenk is currently working on a documentary called Stop the Hate, addressing inter-religious violence, and will soon launch a TV show with motivational speaker and author Ashley Berges. She is also writing Southland, a memoir. (And in her spare time, Thompson-Frenk is working toward ordination as an interfaith minister.) Along with her husband, Joshua Raymond Frenk, she developed the term “social acupuncture” to describe how they allocate their resources to maximize positive impact. Her approach is based on the insight that finding sustainable solutions to women’s rights, LGBT rights, interfaith issues, health and medicine are all interconnected. Thompson-Frenk’s organization, Memnosyne, is named after the Greek Goddess of memory and knowledge and has chapters in Palestine-Israel, Japan and Mexico and campuses in Mexico and Dallas. “Today we are at a point between countries, religions and cultures where we will either walk over each other, or choose to collaborate consciously and evolve humanity,” she says. “If we allow ourselves to grow randomly, we will invite more misunderstanding, more war, and less innovation. But if we can choose to collaborate responsibly, and thereby become the conscious cultural creators of humanity’s future, that future is limitless.” memnosyneinstitute.org.

In the world of mindfulness, much is made about the importance of being rather than doing. And while there is certainly tremendous spiritual value in the ability to sit still and be present, our world also hungers for those who are able to put the principles of compassion into action. Mary Ann Thompson-Frenk is one of those people. A philanthropist and one of Aspen’s most accomplished citizens, Thompson-Frenk has lived an unlikely life: She was born in 1977 at 7:11AM on Mother’s Day, in Mexico City at a 7-Eleven, and brought to an orphanage. Adopted by the owners of the 7-Eleven chain, she grew up with great affluence, committed to making the world a better place. Today, Thompson-Frenk has a nonprofit that builds schools in developing nations. She’s spoken at the UN and addressed the House of Lords. The range of her activism is head-spinning. “My father used to say, ‘The easiest job in the world is to be a critic. Anyone can criticize, but you be different. If you see a problem, ask yourself, “What can I do about it?” Then do it!,’” she says. “When I was a child, he would read Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax to me and look deep into my eyes as he read the last lines each night: ‘Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better, it’s not!’ Those are the things I try my best to continue, and in so doing, have discovered hope in the most surprising places.” Growing up, Thompson-Frenk faced serious health issues, including debilitating seizures, migraines, asthma and a hearing loss, but she says these challenges have only helped her to develop greater empathy. “My hearing loss demanded that I develop a strong work ethic. Similarly, my father taught me some of my earliest lessons in meditation in order to cope with the pain or scariness of seizures, asthma and migraines. I’ve brushed close with death more than once, and experienced excruciating pain many times. These things serve as a good kick in the pants to evaluate life. For me, whatever you call that divine force, it’s not here to remove challenges, but rather to help us discover ourselves through the process of navigating them.” 128

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AT A GLANCE

Festive and sporty happenings all throughout the season. DECEMBER 18-20 The St. Regis World Snow Polo Championship

Part of the World Polo Tour, this famed showcase of elite competitors includes championship games, stable tours and a VIP party. Tickets from $500. Rio Grande Park, 585 Cemetery Lane.

Mountain for three days of competition and nightly concerts by Alesso, Bazzi and Rae Sremmurd at the mountain base. Concert ticket prices vary. Base of Buttermilk Mountain.

a 1.5km course and enjoy food and drink from Aspen restaurants. Proceeds benefit Aspen Valley Ski & Snowboard club. $30 for adults, $12 for children. Aspen Nordic Center, 39551 CO-Hwy 82.

FEBRUARY 1 Aspen Fat Bike Race

FEBRUARY 29 Audi Power of Four Ski Mountaineering Race

Aspen’s annual ode to winter, this four-day festival features snow sculpture, fat bike races, a canine fashion show and ski parties. Free. Across downtown Aspen.

Turn up the heat and cruise across snowy trails at the Aspen Nordic Center. Choose between fifty or thirty minute races with cash prizes for the top three competitors. $20. Aspen Golf Course and Nordic Center, 39551 CO-Hwy 82.

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FEBRUARY 1

2020 X Games Aspen

Nordic Bonfire Dinner

The biggest names in winter sports flock to Buttermilk

Dinner on ice: Ski to designated locations across

JANUARY 9-12 Wintersköl

This high-intensity endurance competition immerses racers in the rugged natural terrain of each of the four Aspen Snowmass mountains, testing the skills of seasoned and recreational athletes. Sport course: Snowmass Base Village, 100 Elbert Lane. Recreational course: Aspen Highlands Resort, 199 Prospector Rd. 129

MARCH 12-15 Après Ski Cocktail Classic

Sip slopeside artisanal concoctions from award-winning mixologists, join the Ski Club Bar Crawl, and attend seminars from cocktail creators and brand ambassadors. Free. Locations vary.

MARCH 24-28 Liberty Mutual Insurance NASTAR National Championships

The NASTAR Nationals return to Snowmass after over 20 years. Adult and junior (ages 6 and up) amateur races lead up to the National Championship in March, featuring credentialed racers affiliated with the U.S. Ski Team. Adult registration $199. Locations vary across Aspen Snowmass.

LOS AN IN THE LINEUP

From Malibu to Venice Beach, some of the world’s top surfers call LA County home. Every year, they head to Hawaii for the competition season, along with the sport’s superstars from around the globe. Capturing the action is photographer Justin Jay, who for years has been at the epicenter of the surf scene, chronicling the legends and future stars, many of whom appear in his splashy new book, HI1K: 10 Years/1000 Moments On Hawaii’s North Shore, pictured here. justinjay.com

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“Pipeline is not only one of the most dangerous waves on the planet, it is also one of the most crowded. Being a competitor in the Pipe Masters is an honor, but it also provides another invaluable opportunity—the chance to surf this legendary break with only a few other surfers in the lineup. The final round of the competition is a two-man heat with the entire break completely closed to the public. Immediately after the final heat is completed, the lineup is once again teeming with dozens of surfers. The entire beach is spellbound by each wave ridden, and everyone in the water knows it. ” —JOHN C. REILLY

EAT HERE NOW

Try these seven delicious ways to live and dine in LA. BY MIRI SADIGH

Following chefs Ludo Lefebvre and Gilles Epié’s Summer of Ludo & Gilles South of France-inspired threemonth pop-up, the City of Light lands in the City of Angels with the debut of Gilles @ Montage Beverly Hills (225 N. Canon Drive, Beverly Hills; montagebeverlyhills. com). At 22, Epié was the youngest chef to receive a Michelin star (while working at Miravile), and his namesake spot will pay homage to his since-shuttered restaurant Citrus Etoile on the Champs Élysées. Menu highlights include French onion soup, crème fraîche-

Conant’s Ponte. Nic Adler is the master of this plantbased haven, which serves up brunch, lunch and dinner. Adler, who ran the Roxy in West Hollywood for 15 years, teamed with restaurateur Stephane Bombet and culinary director Steven Fretz to bring a melting pot of cuisines to the masses in a fast-casual setting with a greenery-lined patio. Cocktail expert Jason Eisner—known for his pours at Gracias Madre—has been tapped as beverage director; LA Mill coffee and house-made juices are served alongside inventive

topped baked potato, French Dover sole meunière and Franco’s Baba Rum Flambé, served tableside with flaming rum and vanilla cream. The indoor-outdoor space, housed in the lobby of Montage Beverly Hills, serves dinner and offers a special three-course prix fixe menu for lunch to rival that of the always-buzzy Avra Beverly Hills just across the street. The hot-spot takeovers continue as neighborhood favorite Nic’s on Beverly (8265 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles; nicsonbeverly. com) has replaced Scott 132

cocktails such as the one made with house-smoked Oaxaca black corn whiskey. The menu, which focuses on all products made in-house, includes a wood-fired Detroit-style pizza and the Chinois on Beverly salad, a vegan ode to Wolfgang Puck’s famous dish. Nearby Fresh on Sunset (8768 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles; freshplantpowered.com) is a Canadian export not to miss. The vegan restaurant with five locations in Toronto makes the move to the West Coast with a fast-casual flair in the former Serafina spot. Check out indulgent plant-based bites— flatbreads, tacos, burgers and sweet potato poutine, and healthier alternatives such as smoothies, juices, bowls, salads and wraps— plus a separate gluten allergy menu and pours of vegan wine. Veteran vegan pioneer Ruth Tal sits at the helm of this Sunset Strip restaurant alongside former Top Chef Canada

Onda dishes up California-Mexican fusion at the Proper Hotel.

Courtesy of Fresh on Sunset; DYLAN + JENI

Nearby Fresh on Sunset offers indulgent plantbased bites.

judge and West Hollywood’s Terroni Los Angeles coowner Shereen Arazm. Starting with the opening of the 1 Hotel West Hollywood’s lobby restaurant 1 Kitchen by Chris Crary, hotels are increasingly becoming dining destinations in their own right. Mexico City’s famed chef Gabriela Cámara of Contramar lands in LA alongside local Sqirl chef Jessica Koslow at Onda (700 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica; onda. la). The hotly anticipated collaboration between the two star chefs has been years in the making and finds a home in the Kelly Wearstler-designed Santa Monica Proper Hotel. Meaning “wave” in Spanish, Onda conveys the rolling synergy between the two chefs and their origins: Mexico and California. Expect sustainable seafood offerings with Latin flavors and California market ingredients, such as the inside-out turkey pastor quesadilla and whole tapioca-fried market fish.

Courtesy of Ardor; courtesy of Nic’s on Beverly; @ogcannabiscafe

Ardor’s menu for all-day dining is sourced locally.

GOING GREEN Celebrated as the first of its kind in America, Original Cannabis Cafe lights up in West Hollywood. Lowell Herb Co’s owners Sean Black and David Elias—in partnership with Hollywood nightlife vets Mark and Jonnie Houston—have set up shop with an array of cannabis- and canna-infused cocktails paired with sustainable, organic farm-totable food. While marijuana-infused food is not on the menu, order from organic eats such as avoca-

do-and-white bean hummus to a bánh mì done two ways (with pork, or vegan-style with cauliflower), all designed to pair with an enhanced sense of taste and smell. The all-day fare mirrors that of Lowell Farms’ commitment to organic fertilizers, natural materials “from seed to sale” and sun-grown (as opposed to lab-grown) products, to conserve electricity. Whether you’re in for a lunch meeting or post-work puffs, “budtenders” (think of them as sommeliers of weed) are on hand to advise guests on the various cannabis options. 1201 N. La Brea Ave., West Hollywood; lowellcafe.com 133

Nic’s on Beverly: a melting pot of vegan cuisines

The West Hollywood EDITION has also made its mark as a spot for locals with the stylishly serene, greeneryfilled dining room of Ardor (9040 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood; ardorweho. com), the hotel’s main restaurant. Michelin-starred chef John Fraser takes the reins with a vegetablefocused menu featuring California cuisine for all-day dining that uses hyperlocally sourced ingredients. Order the raw cauliflower cacio e pepe with ancient grains and pomegranate; maitake mushrooms in a bouillon with leeks and Chino Farms egg; and roasted beets finished with a tableside spritz of rosewater.

Original Cannabis Cafe serves organic farm-to-table fare.

MUSHROOM MAGIC Take your coffee game up a notch at the Shroom Room.

POWER UP

High-voltage workouts in LA deliver timeefficient results. The latest craze in fitness is no longer an hourlong class but rather a technologically advanced workout. Electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) is the name of the game when it comes to getting fit while adhering to a busy schedule. Orange County’s muchbuzzed-about Lightning Fit (lightning-fit.com) will expand to Brentwood and Hermosa Beach this winter, bringing their 25-minute effective workouts that claim to burn 700

to support focus, energy, sleep and immune health is far from innovative. “In the Western hemisphere this is very new, though it’s based on 2,000 years of Chinese medicine,” says Bryce Sorensen, manager of the Venice outlet and captain of the Mushroom Mobile, a traveling Shroom Room that has taken him to 10 states. Conceived by Four Sigmatic, the superfood superstars at the forefront of the medicinal mushroom movement, The Shroom Room aims to shine a light on an arena that is uncharted territory for many. “You can come in and try the products for free,” explains Sorensen. “Here, you’re getting educated about what you’re putting into your body rather than just purchasing it.” us.foursigmatic.com/shroom-room —Marisa Belger

calories per session to busy Angelenos. Wear a neoprene suit—similar to a wet suit— outfitted with nodes that are sprayed wet and plugged in as current flows through the suit while you exercise. Nearby, Santa Monica’s Manduu (manduu.com), which opened on the West Coast last June, adding to their 10 other studios across the country, is also plugging clients into machines—for 15-minute training sessions—that use electrical currents to stimulate muscle growth, tone and sculpt at an accelerated rate. Element Fitness Beverly Hills (8500 Wilshire Blvd., elementfitnessbh.com) uses EMS technology to cut down workouts

Manduu’s apparatus to a fraction of the time for a full-body session. A workout takes about 20 minutes, but with changing in and out of the suit, an overall 30-minute session with EMS tech adds up to 90 minutes of strength training in a regular gym, where the only thing that’s plugged in is your iPhone. —Miri Sadigh 134

Stoned Yoga founder Ashlee Langas

YOGA BUZZ

Amped up classes As Californians settle into life on the other side of legalized cannabis use, Los Angeles is experiencing a surge in ganja-themed experiences. At the top of the list is Stoned Yoga, the brainchild of Ashlee Langas, a dancer and yoga instructor. Stoned Yoga was born from her personal practice. “I’d come home at the end of the week, smoke a little, put on good music, and work out my kinks,” she says. “I realized that this could be something that people could find useful.” The guidelines are simple: Enjoy some cannabis before class and show up to one of Langas’ pop-up classes ready to experience a different flavor of yoga. “Cannabis amplifies the feelings you have in your body and the way you can connect to your body,” she explains. The classes are easy to follow and no prior yoga experience is required. Cannabis newbies may want to tread lightly, though. “Go low and slow,” advises Langas. “There’s no need to rush; you can always add more.” Find a Stoned Yoga class at thewavvycloud.com —M.B.

Courtesy of Shroom Room; courtesy of Manduu; Linda Pianigiani

Abbot Kinney Boulevard is a one-stop shop for the stylishly spiritual. An afternoon stroll amongst its retailers can lead you to crystals, dream catchers— even the Birkenstocks that will carry you comfortably along your path to enlightenment. When it’s time for a pickme-up, your latte can be upleveled, too. Since 2017, Four Sigmatic’s Shroom Room has been whipping up coffee and lattes—along with cacaos and elixirs—enhanced with ancient superfoods, a list that includes reishi mushrooms, herbs like ashwagandha and tulsi, and other adaptogens. It may seem strange to sip mushroom coffee, but the practice of using herbs and mushrooms

AT A GLANCE Get your LA glow on with wellness offerings guaranteed to revitalize body and spirit.

JANUARY 4 Los Angeles Yoga Expo

Yogis of all ages and abilities are welcome to enjoy this zen retreat, with unlimited classes taught by acclaimed local and national instructors, clean food, meditation, live music, a sound healing stage and a wellness marketplace. From $35. 300 E. Green St.; theyogaexpo.org

JANUARY 4

Michelangelo: Mind of the Master

The Getty Museum offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to view Michelangelo’s finest works. Dozens of the artist’s designs, including plans for the Sistine Chapel, will be on display. Free. The J. Paul Getty Museum, 1200 Getty Center Dr.; getty.edu/ art/exhibitions/michelangelo_drawings

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MARCH 8

Metabolic Health Summit

Los Angeles Marathon

The world’s most progressive physicians and researchers unite to enlighten guests on cutting-edge medical research and introduce revolutionary wellness technologies. $449 and up. Renaissance Long Beach Hotel, 111 E. Ocean Blvd.; metabolichealthsummit.com

This year’s “Stadium to the Sea” course will take more than 26,000 runners on a scenic journey from Dodger Stadium to the Santa Monica Pier. $210 entry fee. Starting line at Dodger Stadium, 1000 Vin Scully Ave.; lamarathon.com

FEBRUARY 5-9 The LA Art Show

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Slip into your best cocktail dress and sip some flavorful vino. This festival offers more than 200 wines and Champagnes from across the globe, gourmet food trucks and live music. From $65. Union Station, 800 N. Alameda St.; uncorkedwinefestivals.com/la

Uncorked Wine Festival

The Los Angeles Yoga Expo offers a wide range of 50-minute classes for all levels.

Harness the power of February’s lunar eclipse at this serene sound bath meditation. The Reiki-infused practice draws from astrological phenomena to enhance healing energy. $36 and up. Wanderlust Hollywood, 1357 N. Highland Ave.; wanderlusthollywood.com

This comprehensive exhibition sprawls over 200,000 square feet and features exemplary works from the most iconic art movements throughout history. Tickets from $40. 1201 S. Figueroa St., South Hall; laartshow. com

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MARCH 27-29 Southern California Bach Festival

Selections from the renowned composer will be performed under the stunning architecture of LA’s First Congregational Church. Individual performance tickets from $45; all-inclusive tickets (from $100) include three concerts plus an insightful lecture by music director Martin Haselböck. 540 S. Commonwealth Ave.;

Thanks to her role in Hamilton, Krystal Joy Brown says, “I’ve fallen in love again with the ideals of this nation.”

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From Diana Ross in Motown to Eliza in Hamilton, Krystal Joy Brown inhabits fierce women on Broadway. BY CRISTINA CUOMO • PHOTOGRAPHY BY GREGG DELMAN CRISTINA CUOMO: I’m so fascinated by your incredible Broadway career. How did you get into musical theater, versus straight-up acting? KRYSTAL JOY BROWN: I was one of those kids who was raised by Disney and by watching musicals. Me and my mom and sister would watch those old 1950s musicals and I was just so enamored by how they told a story, not only by acting and saying the words, but they’d also sing it, and when they couldn’t sing it, they danced it. They used their whole bodies to tell a story. Then when I first heard Rent, it turned my whole world upside down. I realized you can have these really complex narratives in a musical, in a show about the AIDS epidemic and friendship and love, and all of these different races of people loving each other, supporting each other and saying things like “fuck” and “shit” in the music! I was like, “Whoa! It’s kind of rock ’n’ roll and a musical.” It was deep and gritty. The first show I got was a national tour of Rent and I had always been laser-focused on that show because it was all these things I wanted to talk about. I wanted to be a part of pieces of art that add to the cultural conversation, that raise awareness and consciousness and are mindful of what’s going on in the zeitgeist of humanity. CC: You’ve been in so many shows since then. What are some highlights? KJB: After Rent, I did Hair, my first Broadway show. And Motown was epic for me because I believe in the meritocracy of things. I started off as an understudy, then I was a featured ensemble and principle, then starring. I worked my way up. And playing Diana Ross taught me that I could be a leading woman, that I could carry a show, that I had this other fire inside of me. That I had this ability to be dynamic and do a show for a year, but also the amount of responsibility that role is—that woman is incredible and still alive—and I could pay a truthful homage to her for what she did for me and all women of color as the first real black superstar. It was a heavy weight but I bore it with so much

pride and excitement. And Eliza in Hamilton is a totally different type than I’ve ever played. CC: That’s the No. 1 Broadway show. You must be very excited and nervous at the same time. KJB: Yeah, totally excited, totally nervous, big shoes to fill. Incredible women have come before me who have done the role. And also she was an incredible woman. One of the things I love about portraying real women is the chance to research and learn. So with Eliza and with Hamilton, I get to go back to the creation of the United States of America. So much has gone wrong in this country in the past two years, in my opinion. I was raised in Virginia; we’re very patriotic there. And I lost a little bit of my hope and faith in this country the past few years. But I’ve fallen in love again with the ideals and principles of this nation from what I’m reading, and I get to take on this show that’s full of so many shades of what this country actually is. I have a new emergence of pride. CC: How do you stay healthy in the midst of these demanding productions? KJB: I think of Broadway as being an Olympic sport. Especially doing musical theater: You’re using your entire self. Your voice and body get run down. I’m vegan, and I also juice every day. And I have a lot of crazy concoctions, a lot of them involve garlic and lemon, and supplements to make sure I’m in peak physical condition in order to sustain eight 3-hour shows a week, six days a week. And Eliza sings from the beginning to the very end of the show. There’s a lot of warming up, stretching and yoga. I also practice mindful meditation. It brings stillness, peace. CC: What about a fitness regimen? KJB: I’m obsessed with Fierce Grace in New York City. It’s a hot yoga studio. I go there three or four times a week for a deep sweat and a really hard workout. It’s definitely about getting some peace of mind, but they push you.

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BIG APPLE BITES

A fresh crop of restaurants destined to please palates all winter long.

BY JULIA SZABO

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CATCH STEAK Health-conscious dining options are showing up on the most surprising menus. At this temple of protein from land and sea, diners may select from a separate vegan bill of fare, thoughtful in both intent and execution, where the offerings include: sweet potatoes with anchochili caramel glaze; grilled asparagus with lemon and pine nut gremolata; and roasted maitake mushrooms with spearmint salsa verde. 88 Ninth Ave.; 212.858.8899, catchrestaurants.com

DHAMAKA Delicious and wonderfully warming in winter, curry is also one of the world’s

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most nutritious foods, and a great boost for brain health (little wonder that globally, India has the lowest incidence of Alzheimer’s). Yet most New Yorkers are familiar only with the curries of North or South India. Dhamaka—meaning “burst of emotions” in Hindi—is the newest venture from restaurateur Roni Mazumdar and chef Chintan Pandya (Rahi, Adda Indian Canteen). It arrives soon to whet New Yorkers’ appetites for the cuisines of regions throughout the subcontinent, including lesser-known curries. 88 Essex Street, at Delancey, inside Essex Street Market

This seasonal eatery from James Beard Awardwinning restaurateur Stephen Starr specializes in “clean, conscious cuisine” as fresh as the air on the dining room’s adjacent terrace, with sweeping 24th-story views of Hudson Yards. Menu options include chickpea pasta with koginut squash (a sweet, smooth, cross between kabocha and butternut), jalapeño, toasted pecan, black lime and mint; and a delectable, Contramar-inspired black bass with poblano, salsa verde and warm fresh tortillas. 33 Hudson Yards, 24th floor; 212.812.9202, electriclemonnyc.com 138

FARMACY KITCHEN Camilla Fayed’s stylish plant-based Notting Hill emporium pops up at Chefs Club Counter in NYC’s Soho through February 2020, delighting the senses with ivy-strewn interiors and inspired vegan takes on comfort food, like a creamy truffled Mac ’n’ ‘Cheese’ and artichoke pizzetta

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Vegan Mac ’n’ ‘Cheese’ and Macro Bowl from Farmacy Kitchen

In-the-know foodies, well aware that feijoada is not the final word in culinária brasileira, are hotly anticipating the opening of chef Manoella Buffara’s first NYC place, where the renowned chef will spend 10 days of each month. Manu, her place in Curitiba (southwest of São Paulo), is all about farming, beekeeping, natural wines, and making oils from nuts—so her New York followers can’t wait to sample Buffara’s signature, sustainable style: raw fish with plantains, or black beans with okra and sea urchin. 436 W. 15th St.

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that’s a staple of Indian cookery. Plant eaters and non-vegans alike are blown away by the irresistible, housemade naan bread, and the creamy richness of the dairy-free sour cream. 111 E. 7th St.; 646.767.0476, nightmusicny.com

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Sushi specialists (and Masa alums) Taka Sakaeda and Jihan Lee fortify plant-eaters and pescatarians alike with a range of hand roll options, including maitake truffle (vegan) and, for fish lovers, spicy sea bass with daikon, perilla and chojang. 33 Carmine St.; 646.998.4588, naminori.nyc

The autumn harvest inspires this Nolita newcomer, serving “vegetable forward” food free of all the top allergens: milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat and soy. Executive Chef Santiago Astudillo (Le Bernardin, Daniel) serves sublime sides (charred broccoli, grilled artichokes) and spiralized savories: zoodle—aka zucchini noodle—salad; shiitake ginger fried rice (made with with pan-fried riced cauliflower). Plus, every dish incorporates microgreens (cilantro, parsley, red shiso), herbs, and edible flowers grown in the hydroponic farm on the restaurant’s lower level—transparent glass flooring lets diners

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with Gallic-inspired offerings such as branzino provençale. 134 E. 61st St.; perfectpie.com

with macadamia nut herb cheese on housemade sourdough, along with Instagram-worthy coldweather boosters such as the Fire Starter ginger shot, administered by large syringes into shot glasses. “Since launching Farmacy, we’ve been working hard to challenge food conventions, combining the concept of healing and farming, connecting soil quality with human health,” says Fayed. “I can’t wait to take our philosophy from London to New York, showing how you can connect with nature even in the most urban environments. The residency at Chefs Club Counter marks the start of our ambitions to grow Farmacy internationally.” 62 Spring St.; 646.438.9172, farmacylondon.com —R.R.

This “exotic vegetable bar” serves up strictly vegan versions of authentic Indian cuisine, plus creative Indian spins on—of all things— tacos, crepes, lasagna and dumplings. Achieving alchemy with plant oils, chef Spencer Caine has even managed to veganize ghee, the clarified butter

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catch a sneak peek of the harvest. 384 Broome St.

Shuka chef Ayesha Nurdjaja, known for promoting the “provocative flavors” of the Eastern Mediterranean, will soon open her “mischievous sis to Shuka,” with savory specialties to include heavenly hummus and labne (salted, strained yogurt) with roasted acorn squash and toasted sesame seeds. Follow her progress on Instagram @shukettenyc; 230 Ninth Ave.

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Satisfy the sweet tooth at Palais by Perfect Pie, new HQ of Bill Yosses, President Obama’s pastry chef. Desserts on offer at the in-house bakery are as all-American as apple pie (and it’s a winner); meanwhile, the main menu tips its toque to the house’s previous occupant, French eatery Le Lavandou,

Located below ground, before the turnstiles at the Herald Square subway station, Toko showcases the talents of former Shuko chef J. Trent Harris and former Bouley chef Nami Song, with mouthwatering items like Nine Mushroom Chawanmushi (steamed egg custard). 49 W. 32nd St.

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The master now offers Michelin-starred vegan menus In the hands of Jean-Georges Vongerichten, plants— creamed, poached, steamed or pickled—are as flavorful as any protein: Brussels sprouts taste brilliant with apple glaze and pecans, romanesco satisfies with green curry, and fermented foods are fantastique (“Pickled cabbage is my life,” says the chef). Taking note when as many as 25 percent of his customers requested plant-based options, he’s responded with a completely vegetarian offering at his two-Michelin-starred restaurant, Jean-Georges. In addition to his regular six- and 10-course tasting menus, health- and planet-conscious eaters can now sate their appetites with delectable creations made of mushrooms, beets, celeriac, chestnuts, and many more plants, the Vongerichten way. 1 Central Park West; jean-georges.com

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to the game. In addition to the time-tested steam rooms, Turkish-style hammams and an icy plunge pool are new-world offerings like cryotherapy and sensory-deprivation flotation tanks. All that, plus a restaurant that serves global bathhouse-inspired fanciful cuisine: borscht with horseradish crème fraîche and pickled beetroot, perhaps? The Tribeca subterranean oasis Aire Ancient Baths first pioneered the concept in NYC, and it’s still a must-experience. 88 Franklin St., NYC; beaire.com

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STRESS BUSTERS

Perfect strategies for tackling the winter season in NYC. BY RAY ROGERS

GET GLOWING Skip the Botox injections and book a Face Time acupuncture treatment at WTHN that has multiple benefits, reduced wrinkles and boosted collagen among them. Opt for a guided meditation on noisecanceling headphones and bliss out while waiting for the needles to do their work. $65 for first-timers; wthn.com

FEAST YOUR EYES Let your mind wander through the gorgeous gardens of East End landscape artist Frederico Azevedo, founder of Unlimited Earth Care, with his recent book, Bloom: The Luminous Gardens of Frederico Azevedo. His colorful, happy-making tableaux are the perfect antidote to cold,

gray, wintry days. $75; pointedleafpress.com

HOT AND COLD TREATMENTS Extreme-temp makeovers, anyone? Whether the goal is weight loss, pain relief, or just a seasonal detox, try sweating it out in the infrared Himalayan salt sauna at Modrn Sanctuary. You’ll burn up to 600 calories in one relaxing 60-minute session. For those who prefer a cooling touch, book a Cryoskin 4.0 treatment to freeze fat, tone the body and stimulate collagen. modrnsanctuary.com

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MOOD SHIFTERS Upon entering Standard Dose, expect the healing process to begin. There are large pillow-like poufs scattered about the floor, directly underneath a skylight that recreates daily ambient lighting. Located at 26th and Broadway, Standard Dose emphasizes that cannabis services the body’s natural regulatory patterns, even with less than 0.3 percent of THC. The storefront functions as an educational conduit to CBD, featuring experiential yoga and meditation as well as pedagogical panels by industry authorities. The 2,400-square-foot, three-story complex will also host Japanese tea ritual ceremonies. Standard Dose is not just a dispensary, but also an all-inclusive soiree. standarddose.com —Reshmi Kaur Oberoi

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Dip into aquatic bliss at Williamsburg’s Bathhouse.

The city that never sleeps, never stops looking for new ways or places to get fit. Another branch of the popular Row House (rowhouseoffers.com) opens in Williamsburg, with strength training and aerobic classes that engage up to 85 percent of the body’s muscles. A new Life Time (lifetime.life) location comes to 23rd Street, bringing an outdoor pool and the brand’s toptier gym facilities, amenities and trainers. Looking to amp up your yoga practice? A new CorePower Yoga (corepoweryoga.com) studio lands in the heart of the village at 56 W. 8th St.

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Architect Rem Koolhaas’ instillation materializes the speculative future of rural life. The exhibition explores how technology, political climate and economy will permanently impact the global landscape. General admission, $25 for adults. Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, 1071 Fifth Ave. guggenheim.org/exhibitions

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Winter JazzFest

This packed week of performances celebrates NYC’s vibrant jazz scene. The festival encourages artists to express social justice rhetoric through performance. Tickets and locations vary. winterjazzfest.com

East End landscape designer Deborah Nevins speaks on the fine art of botanical design, history, sustainability and aesthetic. Members: $32, non-members: $35. New York Botanical Garden Ross Lecture Hall, 2900 Southern Blvd. nybg.org

FEBRUARY 10-11 Westminster Dog Show

Watch beloved breeds from across the country strut their stuff at the Garden. All tickets include behindthe-scenes meet-andgreets with show dogs, breeders and handlers. $119. Madison Square Garden, 4 Pennsylvania Plaza. msg.com

FEBRUARY 13 Six: The Musical

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Celebrating The Met’s 150th anniversary

AT A GLANCE Your guide to can’t-miss events in the city that never sleeps.

The six ex-wives of Henry VIII take the stage for a hilarious contemporary retelling of historical events in this British concert-musical. The all-female cast and band rock the house. $109 and up. Brooks Atkinson Theatre, 256 W. 47th St. broadwaydirect. com/theatre/brooksatkinson-theatre

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Company Opening Night With Patti LuPone and Katrina Lenk

A gender-bent rendition of Company has hopped across the pond from London. Tony Award winners Katrina Lenk and Patti LuPone star in this dark comedy about the single life. $169 and up. Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre, 242 W. 45th St. shubert.nyc/theatres/ bernard-b-jacobs

MARCH 10 Young People’s Chorus Gala

This night of song and dance will help bring the incomparable gift of music to over 2,000 children across New York City. Dinner and concert packages starting at $1,250. Concert at Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Frederick P. Rose Hall, followed by a dinner at the Mandarin Oriental. ypc.org

MARCH 30-AUGUST 2 Making The Met, 1870 to 2020

The focal point of The Met’s 150th anniversary happenings, this interactive exhibit features 250 diverse works that have shaped the museum’s history. Free with museum admission. 1000 Fifth Ave, Gallery 899. metmuseum.org

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PINK PARADISE In her new coffee table tome, Palm Beach (Assouline), longtime resident Aerin Lauder gives an up-close and personal tour of her beloved home away from home. Here, she tells Purist her all-time faves.

Walking is one of Aerin Lauder’s top Palm Beach activities. xxx

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a ton of blue. Estée always loved blue. CC: And she loved gold, too. AL: She loved gold. I always joked that she taught me that gold is a neutral. She always wore gold accessories. CC: Besides your Aerin store, do you have a favorite Palm Beach store? AL: I love Lori Jayne on South County, which has great monogramming and everything from children’s clothes to beautiful blankets to vintage silver. She has a wonderful eye. I really love CJ Laing, which is right next to my store and we share a garden. And I also love Kemble Interiors. CC: What is one thing that you do every day to stay mindful, focused and together? AL: Picking up the phone—it’s important and healthy to talk to family or friends. Today, the world is so digital. Everyone is always texting or emailing. There is something really nice about hearing your mother’s or a good friend’s voice. CC: What’s your fitness routine? AL: I’m a real walker. It’s my favorite thing to do, so I always love to go for walks wherever I am, whether it’s in Miami, where I go on that boardwalk, and I love the bike path in Palm Beach. In New York, I start my morning off walking in Central Park. For me, walking is calming. CC: What is your beauty routine like? AL: It’s really important to get a lot of sleep and drink a lot of water, and I do believe that good skin really starts with good skin care. CC: What’s the best advice that Estée ever gave you? AL: Whatever you do, do it well. Do it with passion. And she always said to follow your dreams. CC: Do you have a fashion must-have this winter? AL: A Blazé blazer. We have them in the store. They’re a wonderful brand based out of Milan. They’re easy, versatile, and you can customize the blazer, like putting your name in it and choosing the lining. CC: What is your most treasured possession? AL: My kids. But after that, a brown vintage Hermès Kelly bag that my grandmother gave my mother and then my mother gave to me—I’m very sentimental about it. CC: What is your favorite accessory in the Aerin collection? AL: The gold T-strap sandal, which is great for everything, day and night. The other one that I love is this Heart Raffia pouch that started the brand six years ago, and continues to be one of our bestsellers. CC: I love those little straw bags—I have them in every size and every color of the heart! AL: We wrap them beautifully, and that was something that Estée taught me and my sister: The importance of attention to detail and to take the time to make things beautiful, whether it’s for your home or a gift, or an experience. CC: Favorite thing about Palm Beach? AL: The colorful visual experience that it is. CC: You certainly provide that within the book. AL: I’m so glad you like it!

Growing up with Aerin Lauder and spending time with her in Palm Beach gave me a front-row seat to the world that would inspire a beauty and accessories empire. From the vivid colors and warmth of Palm Beach to the perfectionist that was her legendary grandmother, Estée Lauder, Aerin channeled all that is beautiful into a multitude of passion projects. And now, all our lives are a little more colorful, thanks to Aerin. CRISTINA CUOMO: Your book is so lovely—all of the history, the architecture. I didn’t know so many of the facts about Palm Beach. Tell me a favorite childhood memory you have of this town. AERIN LAUDER: I have early memories of my grandmother sitting on her porch at her garden with Tom Joy, a perfumer from ISF. I remember her working and mixing fragrances. I was a little girl watching her be in her element in a place that she loved, creating her magic. It was family time mixed with discussions about business. That was the beginning of her fragrance, Beautiful, which to this day is one of the Estée Lauder brand’s most successful fragrances. CC: Do you have a favorite beach in Palm Beach? AL: There’s that main beach right up on South Ocean Boulevard. I love to go for beach walks. CC: You write about The Breakers being one of the best destinations and loving the conch fritters at the Beach Club. What are some of your other favorite dishes at local restaurants? AL: I love Pizza Al Fresco, which is like 2 feet from my store; they have a delicious caprese pizza, and their margarita pizza is perfection. I also love Sant Ambroeus, and The Royals, way down. They have art lighting in the restaurant, which is exciting, the most incredible gelato, and a delicious Milanese—you feel like you’re in Italy. CC: When I was a little girl and went to Palm Beach with my parents, I went on a bike ride on the Lake Trail and I remember thinking the sun was following me the whole time, and you were with me. I think we were like 6 or 7 years old, but it was so special, and in the book you said it was one of your favorite pastimes to this day. AL: It is. When I was in PB last week, I went for a walk on the bike path, and it still is one of my favorite activities. It’s for anyone because when you’re on the bike path, you see people on bikes, rollerblades, running, walking—all kinds of activities, all different types of people enjoying it. CC: There is such a fusion of style here, as you write in your book. What does Palm Beach style mean to you? AL: Palm Beach style is really about color. You look to a lot of the wonderful old inspirational photographs and see these incredible pinks, reds, yellows and blues, and you know, not one was black. It was a wonderful sea of color. CC: In your Aerin collection, you incorporate a lot of colors, but they’re more muted—pastels and such. Do you have a favorite color? AL: I love blue and I love lavender. My bedroom always had 143

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Winter brings a new crop of restaurants to Miami, featuring delicacies from around the globe. Here is the best of the bunch. BY REBECCA WALLWORK

IZAKAYA AT THE STANDARD SPA MIAMI BEACH The Lido Bayside Grill has long been a magnet for locals and snowbirds looking for a laid-back outdoor dining experience and lively happy hour. Now, though fall 2020, guests can experience the waterfront restaurant in a new guise, thanks to the limited-run Izakaya residency, featuring shareable Japanese-infused dishes heavy on locally sourced seafood and seasonal produce, and packed with umami flavor. 40 Island Ave., Miami Beach, lidobayside.com

ORILLA BAR & GRILL Argentine chef Fernando Trocca brings an outpost of his Buenos Aires restaurant, Orilla, to the upscale South of Fifth neighborhood, at the new Urbanica The Euclid Hotel, which opened its doors in November. The South American- and European-inspired menu

This vegetable-driven Mediterranean restaurant is nestled in the stylish Life House Collins Park Hotel. Rami Zeidan, the man behind Life House, worked previously with The Sydell Group, the food and beverage pioneers behind The NoMad and The Line hotels. Fittingly, Mama Joon—the Persian word “joon” means “soul, spirit, life”—is a warm, cozy space with soaring ceilings and a canal-side terrace in one of the few quiet pockets of South Beach. From the mezze to small plates like kale and beet salads and a delicious butternut squash, everything on the menu is designed to be shared. 2216 Park Ave., Miami Beach, lifehousehotels.com

includes plates small, medium and large, along with zesty sides like roasted carrots with fennel seeds, and heirloom tomatoes with pine nuts and capers. An open kitchen anchors the plant-filled indoor/outdoor dining rooms. 426 Euclid Ave., Miami Beach, orilla.restaurant/miami/

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If the tasting menus at the new L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon feel a little too indulgent for your winter plans, his longtime protégé, Michelinstarred Alain Verzeroli, has a vegetable-forward concept rooted in the same classic French techniques right downstairs. Even better:

This new spot on the Upper East Side is worth visiting for the lush décor alone—The Rockwell Group-designed space is filled with tropical plants, mosaic tile, rich hues and brass details. The restaurant brings chef Lorena Garcia home to Miami, and the menu includes dishes from her native Venezuela, as well as other Latin American regions. The meat game here is strong, but diners can also enjoy lighter appetizers like grilled octopus, seasonal ceviche, tacos and arepas. 5556 NE 4th Ct., Miami, chicarestaurant.com

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Some of Verzeroli’s elevated bar bites, like pumpkin croquet, heirloom beets and spicy carrot hummus, appear on the happy hour menu, available Tuesday through Saturday from 3–7PM and Sundays from 7–9PM. Pair your pick with an Aperol Spritz or a signature cocktail, like the Rosé Sour. 151 NE 41st St., Miami, lejardinier-miami.com

Tastes of Japan at Izakaya, The Standard

LEKU Combine your passion for contemporary art and love of Basque cuisine at the new restaurant opening in the Rubell Museum’s new campus this January. LEKU will be helmed by 30-year-old Executive Chef Mikel Goikolea, formerly of Azurmendi Prêt à Porter. The indoor/outdoor space will showcase a “Basque grill” for wood-fired items such as local fish, Maine lobster and seasonal vegetables, and the menu will also include dishes like Basque lobster salad, vegetable tartare with beets and “porrusalda,” the traditional Basque

Courtesy of CHICA; courtesy of Izakaya; courtesy of Orilla Bar & Grill

MAMA JOON

Venezuelan chef Lorena Garcia reigns over Chica.

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and the public—will offer a sea-to-table concept, with fresh, organic, local seafood anchoring a poolside-friendly menu that also includes mezze platters, salads and grilled entrees with both Latin and “Mediterranean Riviera” twists. 1 Beach Club members enjoy priority seating and access to special events. 2341 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 1hotels.com

Le Jardinier’s bar bites include pumpkin croquet.

leek and potato soup. 1100 NW 23rd Street, Allapattah, lekumiami.com

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GITANO Enjoy a taste of Tulum in the buzzing Faena District of Mid-Beach when Grupo Gitano brings an outpost of their Yucatán restaurant and bar to Casa Faena this December. Expect bohemian prints, tropical foliage and a disco ball installation. The menu has a focus on clean eating, with a modern take on Mayan-inspired Mexican fare. 3500 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, grupogitano.com

MORROFINO BARCELONA After expanding from Spain to the Bay Area, the Telefèric Restaurant Group now brings their most famous fare—tapas and pintxos—to Miami Beach, with the opening of Morrofino Barcelona inside the new AxelBeach Miami hotel, the latest incarnation of a circa-1940 art deco building in the heart of South Beach. Here, in a minimalist space steps from the hotel’s pool, Executive Chef Julio Aguil-

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era, who has helmed two Michelin-starred kitchens, will be turning out both traditional tapas and plates with a twist. 1500 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, axelhotels.com

You already know the fresh, clean Floridian flavors by chef Michael Schwartz (of Michael’s Genuine; Amara at Paraiso). At his latest venture, at the wellness-centric COMO Metropolitan Miami Beach, they’re combined with Southeast Asian influences that speak to the COMO brand’s roots. Traymore features a raw bar and a market table, where options include carpaccio with heart of palm and wok-charred wild salmon with four-sprout salad. 2445 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, comohotels.com/en/metropolitanmiamibeach/dining/ traymore

HIYAKAWA A traditional, 15-course omakase menu will be the star of the show at Shuji Hiyakawa’s new namesake restaurant, coming to Wynwood in January. The new 28-seat space (plus eight at the counter for omakase) will honor the Japanese art of kikubari (paying attention to others), with an emphasis on seasonality and simplicity. 2700 N. Miami Ave., Miami, wabisabibyshuji.com/hiyakawa

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And Then There’s… Save room for even more bites at these spots, coming soon. THE GRAMERCY

Kiki on the River’s Roman Jones and chef Steve Rhee open a new spot in Coral Gables in January with a focus on American classics, including a tableside tossed Caesar salad. 55 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables

Nativo’s red grouper, marinated in herbs

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While construction of chef Niven Patel’s new restaurant wraps up, diners can get a sneak peek at the Erba pop-up, next door to Patel’s Downtown Dadeland location of Ghee Indian Kitchen, and sample made-fromscratch pasta along with roast chicken, whole fish, and roasted vegetables from Patel’s own farms in Homestead. 8975 SW 72nd Place, Kendall

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The 1 Hotel South Beach already has an enviable rooftop pool and restaurant among its many dining options; in early 2020, it adds Wave, as part of the 1 Beach Club’s expansion. In keeping with the brand’s wellness-focused ethos, the new restaurant—open to club members, hotel guests

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When the Conrad Miami in Brickell launches its $10 million renovation in December, the hotel also unveils a new restaurant and bar on the 25th floor. Executive Chef Pablo Lamon (a Top Chef alum who’s worked at The Matador Room and 27 Restaurant) will helm the kitchen, channeling the flavors of his native Argentina. 1395 Brickell Ave., Miami, conradhotels3.hilton.com

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PALM BEACH BOUNTY

There’s something wonderful about dining alfresco and feeling a warm breeze in the middle of winter. Here are the latest Palm Beach County restaurants on our radar. BY BETH LANDMAN

ALMOND PALM BEACH The Hamptons/Palm Beach connection is alive and well, with the popular Bridgehampton spot opening this season across from hopping Royal Palm Plaza. Local ingredients will be sourced for the Frenchinfluenced comfort food. almondrestaurant.com

ELISABETTA’S The former 32 East location in Delray was co-opted by the Big Time Restaurant Group, of local favorites Louie Bossi’s and City Cellar, and is run by its culinary director Lisabet Summa. The modern Italian ristorante, which premiered in July and has been packed ever since, serves up a variety of items including pizza

and homemade pasta, along with market fish, lamb chops and veal chops prepared on the woodburning grill. The vibrant and elegant bilevel space has a balcony overlooking bustling Atlantic Avenue. elisabettas.com

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The New York flagship, opened by Philippe Delgrange with the help of Ronald Perelman, Eric Clapton and Steven Witkoff, became one of the Upper East Side’s buzziest bistros, and its spinoff in Sag Harbor was also a hit. Apparently, Delgrange liked the seaside experience so much, he’s expanding to Palm Beach Island. The southern offshoot of Le Bilboquet, which he plans to unveil this winter, will be located in a courtyard off Worth Avenue. There will be local specials, and of course the famous Cajun chicken, and the crab and avocado salad. lebilboquetny.com

Artfully prepared family recipes and creative offerings such as gorgonzola and short rib with fig vincotto, pickled red onion and green peas are the draw at this newcomer to Delray’s Pineapple Grove art district. Its sister restaurant, Brulé, is a longtime fave in the area. rosesdaughterdelray.com

LOLA 41 The Nantucket gathering spot has found a second home inside the White Elephant hotel, another import from the tony Massachusetts island. Find Asian specials and burgers in this global bistro with seating at a picturesque poolside veranda. lola41.com

LA GOULUE Another legendary Upper East Side New York bistro has taken over the former Chez L’Épicier on South County Road. Le Goulue will maintain the Manhattan restaurant’s 1900s Parisian feel, with like hand-blown chandeliers and antique mirrors, along with dishes like the beloved cheese soufflé, but the vibe is meant to be more relaxed. lagouluerestaurant.com

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SCUSI TRATTORIA Vic and Angelo’s in Palm Beach Gardens may be gone after a long run, but Laurent Tourondel, who launched the BLT steakhouse brand, has just premiered a coastal Italian trattoria in its place. Menu items include wood-baked branzino, paccheri with veal Bolognese, and coalfired mushroom truffle pizza. Save room for lemon ricotta gelato. scusirestaurants.com

SWIFTY’S Though the iconic boîte shuttered in NYC over three years ago, it will rise again as a pop-up in The Colony hotel, with owner Robert Caravaggi at the helm. Banquettes and mirrored lighting, as well as Tim Snell menu illustrations and art curated by New York’s Voltz Clarke Gallery will recreate the clubby feel of the former institution. And yes, meatloaf is on the menu. thecolonypalmbeach.com

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Three new hotels to savor in West Palm Beach and Palm Beach. BY BETH LANDMAN

Waterfront rooftop lounge bar at the Ben West Palm

Natural accents in the lobby of the Canopy West Palm Beach

can stroll to Palm Beach island or grab one of the hotel’s complimentary bikes and spin across. 704 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach; 561.655.0404

West Palm Beach has long been known for the recently renovated Norton Museum, the restaurant and bar scene on Clematis Street, and finds on Antique Row, but there have been few hotels in the area. The good news is that this January, two new properties will be unveiled, along with a luxurious new boutique hotel on the island itself.

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THE BEN WEST PALM A rooftop with a lounge bar and views of Palm Beach Harbor, the Intracoastal Waterway and Palm Beach Island will be a focal point of West Palm Beach’s only waterfront property. Inspired by the Ben Trovato, an original South Florida estate, the lobby is elegantly adorned with wood and stone, while the 208 rooms will have a residential vibe and such amenities as 55-inch smart HD TVs. Accompany the chef on a trip to a green market—the hotel provides wicker baskets for shopping and then cooks up the bounty. The chef will also be busy at the signature restaurant Proper Grit, a casual chophouse (if you are looking for variety, the many restaurants of Clematis Street are steps away). Attend yoga classes on the roof at sunrise; for the less dedicated practitioners, playful Beer Yoga is on tap once a week. Speaking of downward dog, your furry companions are welcome at the Ben,

Bradley Park, now White Elephant’s great lawn

and they get amenities too. 251 N. Narcissus Ave., West Palm Beach; 561.655.4001

CANOPY WEST PALM BEACH DOWNTOWN A 6-story tall fiber-optic-and-LED art installation of banyan tree roots, a 165-year-old wall of reclaimed Canadian barn wood, and an atrium dominate the lobby of this new offering from Hilton’s hipper boutique brand. The first-floor restaurant, Banter, offers a Florida-Caribbean hybrid menu, and on the roof, Treehouse, situated by the lushly landscaped pool, features lighter bites along with wraparound views. A fitness center is complete with a large outdoor space for yoga and other exercise. Canopy is just two blocks from the bridge, so you 147

The well-loved Nantucket, Massachusetts, retreat is taking over the former Bradley Park Hotel (which dates back to the 1920s), and converting it into a 13-room,19-suite southern outpost. Muted beach décor throughout includes woven rugs on hardwood floors, rooms outfitted with Pratesi linens, L’Occitane goodies and organic bath products for children. Two penthouse suites will have fully equipped kitchens and large terraces with water views. Lola 41, Nantucket’s global bistro and sushi, is coming along for the ride, opening a 150seat restaurant with an outdoor bar. Bradley Park itself has morphed into the hotel’s great lawn. Complimentary car service (within a 10-minute driving radius of the hotel) and bikes are available to transport guests around the island, but shopping mecca Royal Poinciana Plaza, which houses everything from a new Oscar de la Renta boutique to Sant Ambroeus, to Paul Labrecque salon and spa, is just a short stroll away. 280 Sunset Ave., Palm Beach

MIAMI + PALM BEACH Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa features high-tech facials.

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South Florida hotels have been upping the ante on wellness therapies. BY BETH LANDMAN The jewel box of a spa at this luxurious waterfront property is introducing cryotherapy this January. Included on the menu is a “Cryo T Shock” treatment for the face ($375 for 60 minutes), which alternates hot and cold and uses an active advanced probiome serum to reduce fine lines and brighten the complexion; there’s a version for the

body meant to tone and tighten as well as relieve injuries ($375 for 60 minutes). Don’t worry, you’ll still get your pampering; the facial comes with some traditional indulgences, including a scalp massage. acqualinaresort.com

lounge welcomes visitors; if they’ve just flown in, guests can combat ill effects of air travel with an IV drip (starting at $99) or B12 injection ($30). Cutting-edge peptide therapy (starting at $495 for a 30-day supply) is available to support fitness and muscle repair. For aesthetic improvement, microneedling with PRP ($675) is offered for the face and hair. Over at the main spa, modeled after the

THE BOCA RATON RESORT AND SPA There’s an outpost of the biostation installed right off the lobby. A comfy

Relax after treatments at the RitzCarlton Key Biscayne.

Alhambra palace, ritual baths detoxify, hydrate, boost the immune system and enhance respiratory function. Massages with CBD oil and Korean herbs ($190 for 50 minutes) reduce inflammation. The spa also has its own pool, an oasis of tranquility. bocaresort.com

THE BREAKERS A heated bed of rose quartz sand begins the de-stressing process that is induced

Splashing out at the Boca Raton Resort

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MIAMI + PALM BEACH Carillon Miami Wellness Resort staffs a fleet of health pros.

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Courtesy of Carillon Miami Wellness Resort; JW Marriott Miami Turnberry; The Breakers

A halo therapy room ($50 for 50 minutes) complete with zero-gravity chairs is the latest addition to this china-blue, crystal-adorned retreat facing the ocean. Inhaled salt helps respiratory conditions, while an infrared sauna ($20) has a range of lights reputed to be beneficial for arthritic conditions and other joint pain. marriott.com/hotels/travel/ pbidr-delray-beach-marriott by soft, healing sounds and vibrations from singing bowls along with botanical oil in the rose quartz massage ($195 for 50 minutes) at this legendary resort. At one point during the session, the bed is tilted 20 degrees to help with spinal compression while reflexology is administered. After your treatment, order up one of the new drinks now offered at the Beach Club restaurant, such as the Immunity (grapefruit, orange, honey, cayenne and lemon) or the Detox (cucumber, apple, spinach, kale, mint, lemon, lime). Wheatgrass shots, bee pollen, echinacea and spirulina can also be added. thebreakers.com

CARILLON MIAMI WELLNESS RESORT To enhance the spa program this year, the former Canyon Ranch seaside resort in Miami has brought on a team of doctors including an Oriental-medicine specialist, chiropractor and cosmetic surgeon, as well as a holistic therapist and nutritionist. Among the new ministrations are advanced

acupuncture ($125 for 30 minutes) and whole-body cryotherapy ($99 for three minutes). carillonhotel.com

Hyperice machine along with trigger-point work to soften fascia and break up adhesions. Thai Muscle Recovery ($259 for 80 minutes), which combines stretches with pressure point and uses poultices filled with healing herbs and soaked in warm oil, is another option that also boosts the immune system. jwturnberry.com

THE EAU PALM BEACH The technological facial has been added to the repertoire of this fanciful haven. A machine called the CACI delivers a triple whammy of crystal-free microdermabrasion for smoothing, microcurrent for lifting and sculpting, and LED light to even skin tone (the One Love facial, $420 for 90 minutes), while the futuristic “3001: A Face Odyssey’’ ($235 for 60 minutes) uses plant stem cells with high concentrations of proprietary peptides to turn back the clock. eaupalmbeach.com

THE RITZ-CARLTON KEY BISCAYNE CBD Relief and Recovery massages ($235 for 50 minutes) and a Firm Figure Body Ritual ($259 for 80 minutes) toning treatment using microcurrent have just been added to the repertoire at this recently updated resort. ritzcarlton.com/keybiscayne

JW Marriott Miami Turnberry offers therapies for athletes.

JW MARRIOTT TURNBERRY The newly renovated property has a large fitness center and a spa that caters to its active guests, with such offerings as the Athlete’s Getaway ($259 for 80 minutes), aimed at increasing range of motion and improving sports function as well as releasing tension, using the

Try the rose quartz massage and reflexology at The Breakers.

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AT A GLANCE

Take in South Florida’s culture and commitment to wellness at peak season events.

Saturday Night Lights at the Winter Equestrian Festival

Watch big talent in the Grand Prix circuit go for the gold. Spectators of all ages are welcome to enjoy food, live music, face-painting and clothing vendors. Free. Palm Beach International Equestrian Center, 3400 Equestrian Club Drive, Wellington

JANUARY 18 Cirquesco at Aventura Arts Center

The circus has come to town, and so has the cabaret. Seduction, splendor and acrobatics make this show a can’t-miss. $45 and up. Aventura Arts & Cultural Center, 3385 NE 188th St., Miami

city’s best sights, leading runners through the famed art district and pristine beaches. $130 for half marathon registration, $145 for full marathon. Starting line at 601 Biscayne Blvd.

FEBRUARY 18-MARCH 15 Hamilton at the Ziff Ballet Opera House

NYC’s hottest ticket has flown south for the winter. Four weeks of performances give audiences a rare chance to witness Lin-Manuel Miranda’s acclaimed production. $79 and up. The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, 1300 Biscayne Blvd.

FEBRUARY 13-17 Miami Yacht Show

A fleet of aquatic luxury will sail into Biscayne Bay, where guests can explore yachts and superyachts created by world-class boatbuilders. $30. One Herald Plaza

MARCH 6-15 Miami Film Festival

For the 37th year, fresh faces and established creators showcase their latest work and compete for over $150,000 in prizes. The festival attracts industry legends like Spike Lee and Patricia Clarkson. Ticket packages starting at $106. Locations vary

Gathering of the fleet: Miami Yacht Show

FEBRUARY 9 Miami Marathon and Half Marathon

MARCH 14

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Quixote, featuring an exclusive excerpt of the show performed by Miami ballerinas. Funds support company development and community engagement. $1,500 and up. The Sunset Vista Ballroom, Ophelia & Juan Js. Roca Center, 2200 Liberty Ave.

MARCH 21-22 Miami Fine Art Show

Art makers and aficionados connect at this sprawling exhibition in Regatta Park. The event aims to deliver highly coveted pieces to top collectors. $5 optional donation. 3500 Pan American Drive

NOVEMBER 2019 TO MAY 2020 Miami International Piano Festival

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Having decoded the mysteries of dating apps, author and entrepreneur Amy Nobile shares her insider’s tips with Purist. ATTITUDE IS EVERYTHING. The energy you emit is the energy you will receive. It’s understandable to feel uneasy and nervous (and a bit skeptical, even). But it’s critical that you be optimistic and hopeful. THE PROFILE ISN’T THE PERSON. Try to reserve extreme judgment. People don’t always take great photos, or craft brilliant profiles—it’s not necessarily an indication of who they really are. Sometimes, there’s not much to go on except a gut feeling. Each date isn’t meant to be Prince Charming or Cinderella; it’s simply a brief meet-and-greet for practice. IT’S A NUMBERS GAME. There is a lot to weed through to get to the quality. No big deal. Deleting a profile is like breathing in this world. Better to cast a wider net at first, and delete later. WHAT CHEMISTRY? Many times, the chemistry works in reverse. Because we are operating in this strange little universe, and meeting in person is the second step (not the first, as if you met at a party), give it time with someone. I’ve seen this time and time again—by the second or third date, you settle into “real life” and that’s when you’re comfortable enough to see the chemistry fire up. BEFORE THE FIRST DATE: Always get the person’s last name, and Google away. FIRST DATE RULES: Thirty-minute coffee/juice/drink dates only! This is essential. Never give away a whole night to someone you’ve only “met” online. This will keep the expectations in check, save you from awkwardly needing to fake a stomach cramp later, and allow you to just be yourself. If you agree on a second date, that’s when you go for the dinner date. If you’re still game for a third date, go for it—the sky’s the limit. Best-selling author Amy Nobile is the founder of Love, Amy. loveamy.co

In the course of writing my fourth book, Just When You’re Comfortable in Your Own Skin It Starts to Sag— Reinventing Midlife, and talking to hundreds of women about re-evaluating their relationships, I came to the very poignant realization that I needed to leave my Amy Nobile unites 20-year marriage. romantics from all I was thrown into walks of life. the dating scene for the first time in two decades. And all of my single friends moaned and groaned about the dating apps, and told me horror stories about how awful the process is, and how much I would hate it. Something didn’t add up to me—if they were all attractive, successful women on the apps, weren’t there amazing men on them, too? So once again, I put on my social anthropology hat, and dove in headfirst. I made all the mistakes (so-so photos, didn’t write anything on the apps), but very quickly learned to navigate these alien waters and cracked the code on attracting the right guys. Eighteen months ago, I met the love of my life on Bumble. (And my ex met his, who’s fantastic, also on Bumble.) As my friends complained of feeling stuck in this world, I realized there is a huge opportunity to help women (and men) become the best version of themselves while navigating this very perplexing and intimidating landscape. So Love, Amy was born—a high-level, full-service dating concierge service. My success rate is 85 percent, meaning six out of the seven clients I work with at a time meet someone special. And my clients are 25 to 75 years old, male and female. Being called a “fairy dating godmother” is not a title I ever dreamed I’d hold. Besides “mom,” it’s my proudest one. HERE ARE A FEW OF MY TIPS:

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Aspen Skiing Company boosts its sustainability scorecard.

Skiing uphill offers a casual, meditative winter workout.

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Electric snowmobiles help improve Aspen’s eco scorecard.

Thanks to Phantom, a new, one-time, environmentally safe polymer base treatment, you might never need to wax your skis again. SkiCo-owned Four Mountain Sports is using the application on rental skis and boards, as well as any brought in for tune-ups. Pulp and synthetic paper trail maps are on the way out as well, as all Aspen Snowmass trail maps are now being printed on more environmentally responsible stone paper. And should you be surprised by a snowmobile sneaking up on you, it’s likely the electric one SkiCo has scoured from Taiga Motors, ahead of their goal of efficiently accelerating the transition to more sustainable mountain operation vehicles. Green thumbs up! aspensnowmass.com —Linda Hayes

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By the time the chairlifts start spinning around 9AM, many skiers in Aspen have already taken a run, either laying first tracks on groomed corduroy or fresh powder. They earn their turns by skiing up (or “skinning”) the resort with sticky skins affixed to the bases of their skis or splitboard. Alpine touring bindings allow their lightweight boots to come up and down as they walk uphill. Ski resort uphillers gain early morning turns, fitness, and some of the pleasures of backcountry skiing, without the dangers of route-finding and avalanches that lurk beyond the resort boundary. The fastest-growing uphill demographic isn’t made up of hard-core athletes; rather, it’s people looking for a casual winter workout—people who used to snowshoe, Nordic ski or winter hike for their daily dose of cardio and fresh air. With beginner routes, gear rentals, private lessons and plenty of local support, it’s easy for visitors and locals alike to experience how fun going up can be. “Skinning is almost like meditating,” says local sports psychologist Kathleen Callahan, 60, who skins around five mornings a week. “I get lost in the rhythm of putting one foot in front of the other, and I feel a close connection to nature. I often forget I’m exercising. Other times, I can be competitive, and I’ll time myself seeking a personal record. After, I feel exhilarated, peaceful, tired and ready to start my day.” High-performance, lightweight and comfortable alpine touring equipment (flexible boots that weigh less than a kilo, skinny skis and light-as-air bindings) made specifically for resort skinning is converting more alpine skiers to uphill addicts. Even the sport’s latest apparel is minimal (and stylish), like the Summit Series Ski Mountaineering Collection by The North Face specifically designed for high-aerobic skinning. The high-tech, sleek-looking clothing system regulates temperature and moisture so well, it eliminates the need for outfit changes, simplifying the sport further. All four Aspen Snowmass resorts accommodate uphill skiers with designated routes, and Snowmass and Buttermilk allow uphilling throughout operating hours. Fortunately, the sport has a quick learning curve and requires no ski pass. Much of uphilling’s allure is its simplicity: Walk up a mountain. Breathe. Sweat. Ski.

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Beth Mobilian inspires clients to create lives they love.

Since 2016, in Aspen, Mobilian has co-facilitated Authentic Living, the six-month program she founded with fellow University of Santa Monica graduate Lindsay Patterson. Equally breathtaking as the workshop’s mountain setting is the palpable force of sisterhood that fills a room when the women-only participants commune from January through June. “Beth and Lindsay are like peanut butter and jelly— they go together so beautifully,” says Authentic Living alum Julia Pirrung, JetSet World Travel CEO. “Authentic Living has profoundly impacted how I live my life, how I parent, how I am in a romantic relationship, and how I run my business.” While the program is for women, In private practice men respond equally well to Mobilian’s MO. “I work with incredible men who want tools to access their EQ at work and at home,” says Mobilian. The 22 women enrolled in next year’s class say they can always tell another woman who is a graduate—“they radiate”—and can’t wait to be part of this unique sisterhood in their community. Mobilian and Patterson are now considering future programs in Denver and New York. bethmobilian.com; lindsayandbeth.com.

She found her calling as a life coach in 2006, when a friend asked Beth Mobilian for last-minute guidance prior to a divorce mediation. “I asked my friend, ‘What if he’s just as scared as you? What if all those fears we all run inside our heads are going on for him too? What might be different?’ Afterward, she told me the facilitator said he’d never had a quicker mediation.” Now it was her friend’s turn to give Mobilian guidance: “You need to be doing this for a living,” she told me. “By 2008, I’d earned a Master’s in Spiritual Psychology from the University of Santa Monica.” Today, the native New Yorker still spends time in her hometown, but resides in Aspen, Colorado. “Thanks to technology, I see clients in my private practice wherever they are. My work awakens people to their inherent brilliance. My job is to support clients in identifying and letting go of whatever might be in the way of creating a life they love.” She’s proud to be hired by C-suite executives who recognize the importance of emotional intelligence: “EQ is turning out to be a more reliable indicator of success than IQ. I find that incredibly exciting and inspiring.” 164

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LUCKY STARS material world (i.e., Jupiter and sun lines) whereas some locations are better for introspection and healing (Chiron and moon lines). A client of mine, a fashion designer, had just moved from LA to NY to take the next steps in her career. Immediately after the move, she began having conflicts with longtime business partners, developed several mysterious ailments, and had an overall feeling of restriction in every area of her life. We drew up the astrolocation chart and found Manhattan to be sitting right on a Mars/Pluto line. Mixing the god of war with the god of the underworld is ideal for physical or military action, but not for business and pleasure. Meanwhile, Miami was on a Venus line—very favorable to her. A Venus line brings success with beauty, the arts, anything to do with women, and just an overall feeling of support and contentment: perfect for a fashion designer. Immediately after her relocation, she flourished in her career and met her husband (Venus also brings love). Astrology is like a weather forecast. Free will abounds, but if you want to have a picnic and all your friends join you, it’s best to try to plan for a sunny day. In my own life, as a musician who toured internationally, I received countless readings that helped shape my career and lead me toward greater success. Over time, out of deep reverence for the systems, I started sharing this information with clients one-on-one or in group situations (businesses, couples, families). Over the past 10 years I have had the pleasure of working with thousands of people all over the world. It is endlessly fascinating to see the accuracy of the charts. As our world, with its information overload and modernday stressors, changes at an ever-increasing speed, one can feel very disconnected and ungrounded. We long for more natural rhythms, a slower pace, for deeper meaning in a seemingly chaotic existence. By merely opening our eyes to the patterns in the world around us, we may find solutions right under our noses, or perhaps over our heads. destinycardproducts.com

Whether embarking on a new relationship or launching a business, the difference between success and failure usually comes down to one thing: timing. The heavens have been referred to as the great clock in the sky, and astrology is the language of its movement. But for thousands of years, charts have been cast in the highest echelons of society, planning everything from the birth of royalty to flight times and signing of contracts. One often overlooked, yet ancient and accurate, system of astrological divination uses playing cards, a traditional 52-card deck. Each day of the year corresponds to a card. Identifying the playing card associated with your birth date can unlock secrets of life potential. Like electricity running through a building, whether these influences are positive or negative depends upon how they are utilized. January 20, for example, the birthdate of film directors David Lynch and Frederico Fellini, is represented by the seven of diamonds, the card of spiritual values. Seven-of-diamonds individuals are very stubborn and unique; they are here to shine a light on values in society that are not leading to spiritual advancement, and in doing so, offer alternative and sometimes shocking perspectives. September 21 correlates with the three of clubs, the writer’s card, shared by Stephen King, Leonard Cohen and Bill Murray. The challenge of this alchemic life path is translating worry and indecision into creative expression. Another well-known horoscope comes from Western astrology, which is focused on the sun sign, the constellation the sun was in at the time of birth. A Western astrology chart offers an in-depth analysis of childhood patterning, romantic proclivities, and life purpose. Yet another tool is astrocartography, which generates a worldwide map showing favorable areas for relocation, business or pleasure. Astrolocation is derived from charting out the physical location of the bodies of the sky and laying grid-like lines across a map of the world. Certain locations are more favorable for commerce and the 166

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“DON’T JUDGE YOURSELF” Actor Ted Danson explains why meditation is a must.

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I’ll have a big cry to cleanse my brain and let everything go, so I can be real, loving and present with others. Exercise does the same thing for me, especially when I go for a brisk walk in nature. I had a meditation mentor at one point who felt I was better suited to active, walking meditation—there are all types of practices. Mary’s son Charlie has been a surfer since age 14. Being in salt water by himself early in the morning is a meditation. It gives him balance. You don’t have to sit and do TM. You just need to find something that allows you to get outside of yourself. Mary is remarkable at helping me de-stress. Whenever I get whiny or slightly depressed, she insists I not be “Small Ted,” or lesser-than. She makes Ted talk: meditation frees the mind of me see how blessed I am. chatter, says Danson. I also have a psychiatrist whom I’ve seen on occasion for years. The discipline to make an appointment and say “I’m not going to sit where I am. I’m going to get this out of my system” is empowering in a way that’s very similar to meditation. The word meditation can turn people off immediately. It’s like when you talk about the environment. Don’t do it to hug more trees. Do it to be healthier, to have more energy, to be better at what you do. I think all of the Cheers characters would have benefited from a meditation practice! We were such losers. Diane Chambers needed to meditate. We all did. Norm probably came the closest. Sitting at the end of the bar and drinking a beer was his meditation. —As told to Michele Shapiro

At Carnegie Mellon, where I went to acting school, we’d start every morning off with yoga, vocal exercises and meditation, though they didn’t call it that. When my wife, [actress] Mary [Steenburgen], introduced me to Transcendental Meditation, or TM, in 1995, it felt very familiar. She’d been practicing for a year or two, and I liked that it was something we could do together. I’ve since discovered that the mind can get into a loop quickly and the chatter in your head takes over. What I found from meditating is there’s a moment when the internal chatter that’s driven by fear stops. For that moment, you don’t judge yourself. You let the thoughts pass through your mind like clouds. The mind is still, and I leave my ego behind. That’s when I gain perspective. Sometimes, I catch my breath and recognize that all of my stress is manufactured. At others, I may not get a solution immediately. Instead, the next day a thought will come into my head, because I’ve freed my brain of the clutter that keeps it going in circles. I use my lunchtime to meditate. On set, I typically get half an hour for lunch. I eat something light, like chicken with no condiments. Then, I lie down and use a guided meditation app. There’s one 15-minute meditation for energy boosting. I listen and drift off. When I get up, I have more energy. That’s the other thing I love about meditating—you feel like you took care of yourself, you did something good for yourself. A lot of times, I’ll reach for sweets or food, and say ‘What the heck, I deserve a tequila!’ But the effects are short-lived. I wish I were more consistent with my practice. I struggle with it, and fail and succeed. As I get older, life gets more complicated and stressful. I no longer meditate because it’s fun and interesting. I turn to it out of need. If I don’t meditate,

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