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Editor Karyn Williams attended the nonprofit’s Lotus Ball, which raised money for its programs that help victims of domestic and sexual violence. PICTURED: WILLIAMS, EVENT CHAIR VICKI DOLAN, CEO SUSAN KIDDER
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Until my son pointed it out last week, I hadn’t noticed that the leaves, which were just turning their peak colors for fall, had become dark and dingy thanks to our early snow. I had noticed my dried mums on the front porch steps, but that’s not out of the ordinary when I’m the one taking care of them. I really was hoping my festive pumpkins and flowers would last longer. Because unlike some families who already have their Christmas lights turned on (!!!), I’m a huge proponent of not skipping over Turkey Day. At the office, there is no choice but to work ahead. Readers need time to plan and purchase, so we have to publish the holiday happenings, gifts, ideas and fashion a little early. There is a lot packed into this issue! Check out the stunning photos of our Style Inside home (p. F30); the eclectic Christmas decorations just might inspire you to veer from the traditional this year in your own space. Our fashion spread (p. 27) features looks that are feminine with an edge for the 101 holiday parties you’ve already got on your calendar (and the few extras that are bound to pop up). And we’ll continue to include content that will get you ready for the season in our remaining issues this year. But for now, let’s all try to really enjoy the anticipation and preparation for a day that allows us to get together with people we love to eat, laugh and catch up. When we host Thanksgiving, I always find some way for those around our table to make it known what they cherish. Last year, we all wrote or drew things in crayon on a paper tablecloth. My list seems to keep growing each year, which I credit to maturity and being able to recognize and appreciate the little things. I’m grateful I don’t have a newborn this year, but I’m beyond thankful for our alwayssmiling 1-year-old. I’m grateful I’m not cooking the entire spread because meal planning has not even entered my mind. I’m grateful for my sweet family; it’s obvious none of us is perfect, but the love among us is so intensely present, we usually don’t notice or care. And I’m grateful for this, a job that gives me countless opportunities to meet incredible people doing incredible things. I’ve been inspired recently by events I’ve attended, each with enthusiastic and passionate people behind the projects, whether it’s nonprofits like Safe Connections and Arts as Healing, or new restaurant concepts like Winslow’s Table. It’s all exciting and rewarding for our community. It all matters. Happy Thanksgiving!
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Dancing with the St. Louis Stars. While the glitz and glamour are undeniable, it’s important to remember that every cha-cha and waltz is for an important cause. The event benefits Independence Center’s mission to provide a comprehensive system of high-quality programs and services to people dealing with serious and persistent mental illness. “We can help with almost anything these individuals need,” says business development manager Abby Berger. Since 1981, the nonprofit has offered a safe space for adults to connect with others facing similar challenges. Its flagship program is the Clubhouse, which follows a psychosocial rehabilitation model that focuses on strengthening an individual’s abilities rather than treating him or her as a patient. It is structured to mirror the expectations and relationships of a workplace, and all members are responsible for helping it operate by taking on a variety of tasks. “Our model allows people to engage with and work alongside others who are dealing with similar circumstances,” Berger explains. “It’s empowering for them to learn they aren’t alone in their mental illness.” Independence Center’s services include employment programs; community support to help members manage any obstacles; psychiatric care and counseling; housing, including 24-hour monitored care; and health care that focuses on all dimensions of wellness. This year, the organization’s clinic, IC Health Group, brought on a new psychiatric nurse practitioner and started offering telepsychiatry sessions so members can receive counseling remotely using videoconferencing. “Around 200 people utilize the telepsychiatry,” Berger says. “It has helped us increase our capacity quite significantly, so our members have better access to care.” This year, Dancing with the St. Louis Stars raised more than $600,000 to support the nonprofit’s programs, and Berger hopes next year’s event on Jan. 18 at The Ritz-Carlton will be an even bigger success. “We have dancers from a variety of backgrounds, and we are thrilled by their enthusiasm and support,” she says. “They’re going to put on a really fun and diverse show.” Current champs Ally Nichols and her partner, Mike McAllister of Dance Pizazz, will make an appearance. To crown a new Dancing Champion, guests can make $10 donations to support their favorite competitors. This year, there will be a prize for whoever votes the most at the event. Chris Hampel will participate as a representative for Independence Center. He connected with the nonprofit in 2014 while dealing with homelessness and repeated hospitalizations. “He owned his own construction company before his mental illness,” Berger says. “Working at the Clubhouse allowed him to reconnect with his drive to succeed.” Five years later, Hampel is a shining example of the organization’s success. He has achieved independent living and is employed full-time at The Chase Park Plaza as a maintenance engineer. “Chris is going to be an amazing dancer for Independence Center,” Berger notes. “It’s been awesome to watch his success, and a lot of our members aspire to accomplish what he has. He is a great role model.” & NOVEMBER 20, 2019
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TALK OF THE TOWNS by bill beggs jr.
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Ground is to be broken in January for the Jack C. Taylor Visitor Center at Missouri Botanical Garden, a new, $92 million ‘Gateway to the Garden.’ Today’s barrel-roofed Ridgway Visitor Center, opened in 1982, was built to accommodate 250,000 visitors per year. MoBOT welcomes nearly 1 million people annually. No taxpayer money is necessary; the privately funded project is projected to wrap up by spring 2022. (Meanwhile, the Garden will remain open.) Glorious panoramas, new gardens and fountains will dazzle visitors. Expect a landscape more diverse in plant species—and a permanent, year-round conservatory. The entrance will be more accessible: more benches, wider pathways and additional drop-off areas. Outdoor plants will be available in the shop. There will be a grab-and-go eatery, plus a sit-down café. Taylor Center will feature expanded meeting and event spaces, including a separate area for large private events and conferences. Ticketing will be streamlined; a single desk will provide information, ticket sales, membership sales and security. Architecture firm Ayers Saint Gross and landscape architect Michael Vergason have partnered with metro-based construction manager Alberici. MoBOT, founded in 1859, is the nation’s oldest in continuous operation. Indeed an urban oasis, the Garden at 4344 Shaw Blvd. also is a center for botanical research and science education. Our beloved attraction encompasses 79 acres of unique horticulture, including a 14-acre Japanese strolling garden, Henry Shaw’s original 1850 estate home, and one of the world’s largest collections of rare and endangered orchids.
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If I were a member of the Flat Earth Society—of which there may still be a dozen bona fide believers around the globe—uh oh. If our planet is flat, that’s not logical. Well, when it comes to science vs. politics or religion, logic ain’t in it. Heavens to Betsy! I really didn’t mean for the leftist half of my brain to get into an argument with the right-leaning half. Let’s start over: Many folks pooh-pooh the scientific concept of global warming because, well, did you look outside on Veterans Day? On the 11th day of the 11th month at 11 a.m., we had several inches of snow. Then came an Arctic blast with record-breaking lows. How could sea levels be inching up ever so gradually when it gets that cold this early in these parts? St. Louisans are never ready for the weather, of course, because how could you be? Yearround, temperatures can fluctuate something like 40 to 60 degrees in
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a couple of hours. (This fellow who claims to be Bill Nye the Science Guy interrupts with a meteorological observation: Local conditions have no bearing on climate change, but climate change can contribute to extreme weather. OK?) It may be a while before TV weather pundits finish stroking their chins over the snowfall we got 10 days before Thanksgiving. (I took a picture similar to the one here in 2018 of snow blanketing our metal chair and postage stampsized U. City patio. It wasn’t this teeth-chattering then.) Who knows if it’s the earliest snow or the coldest Nov. 11 since whenever, because there are millions of years of prehistory to account for. Well, they weren’t written down. No one could write. Your average indigenous ‘Missourah’ dude must have been really lazy. C’mon, what else did he have to do besides seek suitable shelter, knock a potential mate off of her feet and drag her to his lair by her hair, forage for roots and berries, and hunt down very large, dangerous mammals for food and clothing?
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Scam artists are relentless. Twice last Tuesday morning, calls came in from different ‘800’ numbers, both with the same recording, which had already started as I picked up: “… suspicious activity regarding your Social Security number …” I rolled my eyes and hung up on the first call. About 15 minutes later, when the second call popped up, I was settled in at my laptop, feeling ornery. A female voice warned of chaos if I didn’t have it rectified immediately. (Before we continue, it’s essential our readers know that the Social Security Administration will never, ever contact anyone by phone. Any official communication concerning your account—especially your unique Social Security number—will arrive via the U.S. Postal Service. If you indeed have questions, you may reach SSA at 800.772.1213. The first thing you’ll likely hear is a warning about bogus calls. A male voice recommends reporting suspicious calls to the administration’s Inspector General.) Anyhow, I didn’t hang up. The female voice instructed me to press 1 for more information. I did so. Within 10 seconds, light speed for a legit government call, a guy whose native tongue was clearly not English listened to my
(feigned) alarm and horror, then identified himself as Agent So-and-So. He asked for my first and last name. I told him I didn’t think I should do that, and then I asked for his supervisor. Crickets … then, click. How rude! I returned the call, but a message informed me “the call could not be completed as dialed.” So, I called back the first number, surprised to reach a legitimate business. The operator gave me the home office number. Oy! Long story short, I called SSA’s Inspector General at 800.269.0271. What a waste of my time and our taxpayer dollars—I found no way to report the fraudulent call. I could report identity theft, that someone was receiving benefits under the table, yadiyadi-ya, or press ‘5’ for a different issue. I did, and upon uttering “fraudulent call,” I heard, “Goodbye.” Even dating was less frustrating than this. Most of the time.
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I managed to score a coveted Popeyes chicken sandwich a couple of Sundays ago. (I have a serious fried chicken jones, for which I hold Mrs. Fleming of Smithfield, North Carolina, entirely responsible.) I came up empty on my first attempt Nov. 3. That afternoon, Gary, the new district manager at the Brentwood store, cordially alerted me to a sorry state of affairs: No chicken sandwiches remained— nor did the color TV sets given away with each one. He laughed. (A recent hire away from Burger King, he’s a genuinely funny guy.) Gary was shocked by the profane outbursts he’d heard from drive-through customers—with kids in the car—when they were told the sandwiches were sold out. Later that week, an orange traffic cone at the Manchester Road entrance had a paper sign duct-taped to it: ‘No sandwiches.’ A similar handwritten note was taped inside the lobby door. Thankfully, there was no deadly violence, as has been reported elsewhere. Anyhow, I finally did enjoy my sandwich. Full disclosure: I bought two. I may put the second one up on eBay. TT TRIVIA | WHAT SHOCKING NEWS HAS BEEN REPORTED FROM POPEYES RESTAURANTS IN OTHER STATES? LAST ISSUE’S ANSWER | PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP, WHO VISITED CHICAGO ON MONDAY, OCT. 28, HADN’T BEEN IN THE COUNTRY’S THIRD-LARGEST CITY SINCE TWO CAMPAIGN SWINGS IN MARCH AND AUGUST OF 2016.
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This is the story of a granddaughter who lives in Sunset Hills. But we must begin our tale much earlier: Her greatgrandmother Angelina sailed—alone—from Buscate, Italy, to New York. Angelina was a seamstress. Her daughter, Perina, followed suit. She and her husband settled on The Hill, and Perina worked in the thenbustling StL garment district on Washington Avenue. Her granddaughter scooped up odd scraps of fabric to create fashions for her Barbie dolls. Because the little girl couldn’t sew, she used a stapler. Emma, her paternal grandma in Belleville, taught her how to use needle and thread. “Actually, a sewing machine wouldn’t have been the best place for me to start with cashmere. It’s too stretchy,” says Jen Sertl, who established Angelina Accoutrements in 2004 (angelinaaccoutrements.com). Sertl works with one of the world’s most luxurious fabrics—the soft, downy wool famously gathered from the undercoat of a very special breed of goat that originates from Kashmir. Sertl’s concept started to come together when a cousin in the recycled textile
industry asked whether she could do anything with a pile of cashmere odds and ends. She did, and she has, for 15 years. “This started before ‘green’ became a thing,” says Sertl, who fashions post-consumer … well, preowned … sweaters, scarves and the like into whatever she feels the material is telling her. Her clients have suggestions, of course, and she counts many among her dearest friends. “Building a connection has brought me into their homes, into their closets,” she points out. “It’s not transactional. It’s transformational.” We met her as an exhibitor at the annual Unique Boutique set up throughout John Burroughs School the week before Thanksgiving. (Angelina Accoutrements will join 65-plus select vendors there this weekend, Nov. 23 and 24, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It will be Sertl’s 11th year at the show.) “I’ve had people come up to my display and say, ‘You belong in Paris,’” she says. “It gives me goose bumps.” Apropos of nothing—that first word’s French, of course, a language of which Sertl has only a passing acquaintance—she has visited the City of Light three times, twice with her daughter Giulina, a communications/business double major at Webster U.
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AM GOBSMACKED, amazed, dumbstruck. Basically, I am speechless. I became a grandmother last week, and I would love to fill the rest of this space with a picture of the most beautiful baby boy ever born, Robert Jay Hannum (friends and family can call him Robbie). But the small one pictured here will do, and I will use my words to try and explain my new role in life. My husband and I arrived home late Thursday night from Florida three weeks before the due date of Baby Hannum knowing how those little guys can arrive whenever they want. Our daughter Tess had called us earlier in the week and said she was coming home from Chicago that weekend, and she actually got to our house before we did. Her brother Jack (Robbie’s dad) picked her up from the airport. The next day, I was at the neurologist getting ready to receive 33 Botox injections for my migraines when I looked at my phone and saw a text from Jack that said, “Code Red: Lisa’s water broke. At hospital. 2 cm.” I screamed, startling the doctor holding the needle, which is never good, but we both quickly recovered, and I sat still long enough to get the injections. At least I think I got the injections. I don’t really remember. Jack and Lisa had been clear the birth of the baby was going to be witnessed by no one but the two of them, which was fine by me considering I did not want to witness the birth of my own two kids. “No thank you, nurse, no reason to hold a mirror for me to see the baby crowning. I am fine up here!” I got home, and Carey, Tess and I began to wait. I assumed it would be a long wait considering it was the first baby, but no, not my Robbie. At 11:45 a.m., we received another text: “9 cm.” Then silence until 12:45 p.m.: “We have a baby.” Now, here is where it got tricky. I knew they wanted to be left alone, but I really needed a name, weight and details, and I needed to see this little bugger, so how did I get myself invited to the hospital without being that kind of mother-in-law? So I texted: “Congrats. Let me know if I can bring you anything.” And then time stood still as I watched those three little dots as my son typed. Would I get the brushoff or would I get the invite? “Lisa would like a smoothie.” We were in! You have never seen three people more excited at the prospect of driving to Smoothie King in your life! We stopped at the florist, where a kind woman asked, “Can I help you?” and I responded, “Which of these arrangements says I just gave birth 20 minutes ago?” A few more stops and then we were at the hospital, stumbling into the room to meet the newest member of our crazy, kooky family. And there he was, in the ‘warming drawer,’ all legs— 20 inches long, 6 lbs., 2 oz., and time stood still until someone croaked out, “Does he have a name?” And of course it was Robert Jay, because why wouldn’t they name this beautiful boy by combining their own dads’ names into one? I stared, and I continue to stare, and I know I am the luckiest person alive. My Robbie.
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▶ Tamara Keefe, the mastermind behind CLEMENTINE’S NAUGHTY & NICE CREAMERY , has gotten some serious national recognition lately. Her Gooey Butter Cake flavor made The O List in the November issue of O, the Oprah Magazine for being “the sexiest ice cream alive.” Plus, she and Clementine’s COO Frank Uible recently were invited to hang with hometowner Andy Cohen as bartenders on his show, Watch What Happens Live, on Bravo TV. They served up their legendary boozy ice cream delights.
▲ Washington University scientist BRONWEN KONECKY spends her time out in the elements, studying how geology and climate change affect the planet’s ecosystems. She RECENTLY WAS RECOGNIZED FOR HER WORK BY THE DAVID AND LUCILE PACKARD FOUNDATION, which named her a Packard Fellow for Science and Engineering—a prestigious award that comes with a five-year, $875,000 research grant. Konecky is the 11th Wash. U. faculty member to be named a Packard Fellow and one of just 22 U.S. scientists to receive the distinction this year.
◀ St. Joseph’s Academy science teacher KATIE LODES RECEIVED THE PRESIDENTIAL AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE TEACHING, presented by the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy. Lodes joined St. Joseph’s faculty in 2002 and is one of four Missouri educators to receive the award this year. “Katie facilitates independent research by students and provides them opportunities to present it to professional scientists,” says principal Jennifer Sudekum. “She is the epitome of a ‘scientist as teacher.’”
k chitec ▲ St. Louisans can align body and mind during free sunrise yoga sessions at the Gateway Arch Visitor Center. The 45-minute indoor classes will be held at 7 a.m. Tuesdays through April 2020 and are appropriate for yogis of all levels, including beginners. The program is presented by the Centene Charitable Foundation, Gateway Arch Park Foundation and Yoga Buzz. VISIT ARCHPARK.ORG FOR MORE INFORMATION.
〈〈 THE MAIN EVENTS 〉〉 Humorist and TV correspondent Mo Rocca makes a stop in the StL Nov. 22 for a discussion of his book, Mobituaries: Great Lives Worth Reliving. The event is at St. Louis County Public Library headquarters on Lindbergh Boulevard.
Head to The Chase Park Plaza Nov. 22 for a festive holiday tree lighting ceremony, a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus, caroling, a gingerbread village, seasonal treats and more.
Stop by City Museum now through Nov. 30 for Circus Harmony Presents, a revolving program of circus performances by students, special guests and others.
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Giving a gift to Circle of Concern by December 31 can get you half back in the form of a Missouri tax credit. Donate up to $5,000 to receive a credit up to $2,500. Couples filing jointly may donate up to $10,000 to receive up to $5,000 in credits. Getting the credit is easy. When you give $200 or more, we’ll mail you a signed tax credit form by February 1, ready to give to your tax preparer to file by April 15.
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Union Avenue Opera recognized 25 years of performances and professional opportunities for gifted, emerging artists with a celebration at The Barnett on Washington. After dinner, guests enjoyed a performance by Kenneth Overton, Elise Quagliata and Marsha Thompson. guests: Co-chairs Melissa Payton and Lauren Brickler; founder, artistic director and executive vice president Scott Schoonover; board president Marilyn Shepard
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An opening party for Ann Ray & Lee McQueen: Rendez-Vous was held at projects+exhibitions. The exhibit explores the intimate friendship and creative collaboration between the late British designer Lee Alexander McQueen and French photographer Ann Ray. It also features McQueen pieces from the art agency’s private collection, the largest in the world. At the new space, Barrett Barrera Projects plans to debut and curate original exhibits and promote them for travel. guests: President Susan Barrett, vice president Kelly Peck, senior director Bridget Melloy
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A St. Louis tradition, the Christmas Candlelight Concert is sure to leave you feeling merry and bright. Join us for an evening filled with holiday cheer! Presented by Emerson and sponsored in part by Ameren. 3547 OLIVE ST., STE. 120 | 314.652.2222 | BACHSOCIETY.ORG
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The 21st annual Holiday Pops Spectacular, 3 p.m. Dec. 22 at Powell Hall, stars international tenor Hugh Smith, soprano Gina Galati and more performing holiday, Broadway, Beatles, and Porgy & Bess tunes. 3120 LAFAYETTE AVE. | 314.776.2227 | CHBAND.ORG
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With more than 30 years of experience, our providers are highly respected in their field. Dr. Cathy Cheng and Dr. Oscar Schwartz provide care for conditions like obstructivesleep apnea, insomnia, circadian rhythm sleep-wake disorders and restless legs syndrome. 969 N. MASON ROAD, STE. 250 | 314.996.8072 BJCMEDICALGROUP.ORG
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We serve thousands of people every year in west St. Louis County. We provide food and a variety of resources that empower individuals and families to become self-sufficient.
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Independence Center will host its annual signature fundraiser, Dancing with the St. Louis Stars, Jan. 18 at The Ritz-Carlton. 4245 FOREST PARK AVE. | 314.880.5404 INDEPENDENCECENTER.ORG
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Our healing heritage spans 147 years in the St. Louis community. We are pleased to invest in the local economy by building an 803,000-square-foot transformational replacement hospital and Ambulatory Care Center in the heart of Midtown.
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Grab a flashlight for Light Up Glennon at 8 p.m. Dec. 3 and 17. We will sing carols and shine flashlights onto the hospital while patients shine them back at us.
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SHE SAID YES! ERICA BARNELL & KEN NEWCOMER MAY 23, 2020 by julia m. johnson ERICA BARNELL SAYS HER TWO-YEAR ENGAGEMENT TO KEN NEWCOMER
has allowed for plenty of time to plan a meaningful wedding. They will tie the knot next year at Washington University’s Graham Chapel and hold a reception downtown at The Caramel Room at Bissinger’s. The pair got engaged last year during a trip to upstate New York. “When my grandfather was young, he built a small A-frame house there, and it became my family’s treasured retreat,” Erica says. “The area holds a lot of memories for me. On the first night of our visit, Ken proposed on the beach. It was short, but very sweet.” He arranged for a photographer to capture the moment at sunset. The couple started dating during medical school at Wash. U. but discovered it actually wasn’t the first time their paths had crossed. “We found out that as kids, we were at the same summer camp,” Erica notes. “That was pretty amazing!” During their medical training, they published papers together and bonded over shared interests. “Ken is from the Washington, D.C., area and played football in college, so he is a big Redskins fan,” Erica says. “We love watching games together.” Erica is a John Burroughs School graduate and attended Cornell University as an undergraduate. She co-founded Geneoscopy, a local biotech company that is developing a diagnostic test for colorectal cancer, and Ken is a surgical resident at Barnes-Jewish Hospital. Erica says she is looking forward to the wedding celebration at The Caramel Room, where guests can sample Bissinger’s candies and see how they are made. “There will be plenty of chocolate at the reception, of course,” she jokes. “My mom has great taste, so I’ve been happy to entrust the food arrangements to her.” The bride and groom both speak French, so they hope to honeymoon in France and then Italy. “I have Italian roots, so we want to drive down to the Amalfi Coast and spend some time there,” Erica notes. “Because of our busy schedules, we will have a ‘minimoon’ in New York right after the wedding and plan the big trip later.” &
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’Tis the season to be stunning, edgy and yes, even a little bit naughty. For the holidays, perk up your wardrobe with sexy heels, bright metallics and cozy furs—because who wants to look the same at the work party as they do at the office? From pop-up fashion events to strolling the local mainstays, you’ll find just the items to put you in a festive mood. You might be able to knock out some holiday gifts for the fashionistas on your list as well! A.L.C. ‘Christy’ sequin mini dress, $595 from Neiman Marcus Marc Jacobs ‘The Snapshot Mirrored’ crossbody, $275, Gianvito Rossi ‘Annabelle’ ruffled pumps, $995; both from Saks Fifth Avenue Back seam tights, $12.99 from H&M at West County Center MATEO Graduated Pearl Danglers, $270 from MERCH
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With Thanksgiving week upon us, it is with abundant joy that I say thank you to the readers and partners at Town&Style for welcoming me home.
I feel like it already has been such an incredible journey, and I’m only a couple of weeks in! I have received so many congratulatory notes and well wishes, and each one energizes me with positive vibes. I wake up every morning ready to be part of another talented group of thinkers, doers and influencers. As I write to you each issue in the weeks and months ahead, you truly will get to know Karen. My past is a melting pot of life, filled with happy, sad, good, bad and often funny tales. And to tell you the truth, I wouldn’t change a thing. It’s all part of my story, and I can’t wait to share it with you. I feel privileged to have an opportunity to not only let you know what this community means to me, but also to truly connect with you on a personal level. I hope to fill this little space with ideas that make you think, celebrate or sometimes just chuckle! And you’ll be seeing lots of snapshots of where I’ve been around town: local events, new venues, charity galas, restaurants—you name it. I will be out and about! Feel free to come say hi if you see me, or drop me an email at kkelly@townandstyle.com to tell me what motivates you. Your feedback is essential. You make up this community, and I want to hear your stories as well. Each of us has a unique connection to this fabulous city we call home. I hope you take a minute during your Thanksgiving gatherings to look around the table at all of those who are part of your story. I want to personally thank my family and friends for their love and support on my new adventure! Now buckle up, ‘cause we’re going to have some fun!
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SLUCARE PHYSICIAN GROUP PROVIDES KNOWLEDGEABLE, COMPASSIONATE CARE AND RESOURCES FOR WOMEN WITH UROLOGIC AND GYNECOLOGIC CONDITIONS. PICTURED ON THE COVER: FEMALE PELVIC MEDICINE SPECIALIST DR. CHERIE LEFEVRE. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 314.977.7455 OR VISIT SLUCARE.EDU/OB-GYN. COVER DESIGN BY JULIE STREILER COVER PHOTO COURTESY OF SLUCARE PHYSICIAN GROUP
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SENSITIVE SUPPORT SLUCARE PHYSICIAN GROUP by julia m. johnson WHEN YOU HAVE A HEALTH PROBLEM involving
a discreet area of your body, it can be difficult to get the care you need simply because the condition is tough to discuss. SLUCare physicians understand the delicacy of such subjects, and they work to establish a comfort level so patients feel at ease speaking freely. St. Louisan Kristina Franke, 45, understands the situation well. She had been struggling with vulvar dystrophy, a type of autoimmune skin condition that causes itching, scarring, discomfort, urinary problems and painful intercourse. She says it was frustrating and embarrassing, and it was interfering with her relationship with her husband. Hoping for a solution, she made an appointment with Dr. Cherie LeFevre, director of the SLUCare Vulvar and Vaginal Disorders Specialty Center. Franke says she had endured long waits for doctors’ appointments in the past, but the SLUCare team understood the urgency of her case and worked her into the schedule quickly. She appreciated that LeFevre sensed her concerns right away and offered reassurance that she would be well cared for. After a thorough evaluation, Franke went to St. Luke’s Hospital for a vulvar reconstruction procedure with SLUCare gynecologic surgeon Dr. Andrew Steele, who also practices at SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital along with LeFevre. Now, Franke says she feels much more comfortable and confident. “The whole medical team has been amazing and compassionate,” she says. “Dr. LeFevre explained that this was a rare skin disease not caused by anything I had done, and she carefully outlined the surgery. All of my SLUCare doctors are patient and knowledgeable, and their follow-up has been very responsive and kind. Even though it can be an embarrassing subject, they make me
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feel comfortable and supported, and they are always accessible when I have questions.” She notes that when she worked with other medical providers in the past, there never was a resolution, but the SLUCare team had her on the right path within a day. “And when I arrive for an appointment, I never sit in the waiting room for more than 5 minutes,” she says. “Other patients have told me that they drive in from two or three hours away to see SLUCare physicians. I appreciate the fact that the doctors have weekly meetings to talk about how to best serve their patients. They really take a team approach, which covers all of the bases.” LeFevre explains that with DR. CHERIE LEFEVRE AND DR. ANDREW STEELE an autoimmune condition like to help them manage their conditions and return to a Franke’s, the body actually attacks its own tissues for reasons that are not yet fully good quality of life.” Franke’s follow-up care includes steroids to reduce her understood. “Vulvar dystrophy usually happens in postmenopausal women, but younger patients can get body’s autoimmune response and stretching procedures it as well,” she says. “Specifically, Kristina had lichen to keep scar tissue from reforming. The condition planus and lichen sclerosus, which cause the itching, requires regular at-home management, but the results pain and other uncomfortable symptoms she was are worth it, she says. “I feel lucky to have found such experiencing. She was understandably upset because great doctors in my hometown,” she notes. “They are she had been suffering for about three years. Originally, highly educated, and they really listen to what is going she couldn’t even get a regular Pap smear because on with me. Whenever we need to make treatment there was so much vaginal narrowing and scarring. We alterations, they always do what is best for me.” Steele says that the SLUCare medical team’s receive many referrals of women with complex issues like this, and we have the knowledge and experience collaborative approach means a wealth of resources for patients like Franke who have sensitive, complicated issues. “Other problems such as bladder leakage and prolapse go hand-in-hand with vaginal and vulvar conditions, and many women have skin irritation and frequent yeast infections that may be caused or worsened by urinary incontinence,” he says. “If you don’t deal with all of the patient’s issues together, she may not get better. Our urogynecology division includes fellowship-trained doctors who can address vaginal and uterine prolapse, incontinence and other bladder disorders, and Dr. LeFevre and Dr. Susan Hoffstetter are experts in vulvar and vaginal infections and inflammatory conditions. We are able to work very closely with one another to get to the heart of a patient’s issues.” &
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T H E N E W F A C E of COSMETIC SURGERY BY STEPHANIE WALLACE
OUR FACES TELL THE WORLD WHO WE ARE . SOME TIMES, IT WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE A LIT TLE MORE CONTROL OVER E XACTLY WHAT THE Y ’RE SAYING, ESPECIALLY IN OUR SOCIAL MEDIA-SATURATED WORLD. THANKFULLY, COSME TIC AND BE AUT Y TRE ATMENTS ARE CONSTANTLY ADVANCING. HERE ARE SOME OF THE L ATEST TRENDS TO HELP YOU LOOK INSTA-WORTHY WITHOUT LOSING WHAT MAKES YOU, YOU.
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Beauty trends are fickle things. While shifting styles are generally harmless, sometimes chasing the latest fad can have long-lasting effects. Overzealous eyebrow plucking is one example. A quest for pencil-thin brows can result in thinning and bald spots years later. To help regain fullness, more people (including celebs!) are turning to eyebrow transplants. Like other hair transplants, the procedure involves moving a strip of skin with active follicles from one part of the body to another. The most common harvesting site is the back of the head, and the hair is trimmed to fit the preferred brow shape before being transferred. Maximum fullness is achieved about a year after the procedure. Since the transplanted hair grows faster than natural brows, regular trimming is necessary.
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According to the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, cosmetic surgery and medispa treatments are becoming more common for younger patients. “People want to maintain a youthful glow in their skin and delay or even prevent some of the signs of aging,” says SLUCare plastic surgeon Dr. Frank Simo. To achieve this, people in their 30s are getting neuromodulators, like Botox and Dysport, to prevent the formation of lines. When patients are in their 40s and 50s, fillers are common to counter the loss of volume that naturally comes with age. “If you only exhibit minimal signs of aging, you just need minimal correction,” Simo says. “To look your best, treatments should be undetectable to anyone but you and your surgeon.” Preventative skin care treatments like microneedling, microdermabrasion, laser therapy and facials also are done to improve the appearance of the skin and boost collagen production. With preventative procedures, routine treatments are necessary. For fillers, patients may require two to three visits to a provider annually, and the norm for neuromodulators is three to four, according to Simo. But the effort is not without reward. “They delay the need for surgical procedures like a mini face-lift further down the road,” he says.
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Cosmetic procedures are stereotypically associated with women, but the number of men visiting plastic surgeons is on the rise. While there is fear that the results may be overly feminizing, Washington University facial cosmetic surgeon Dr. Emily Spataro notes that many procedures can enhance masculine features. “Less is often more,” she says. “By doing something subtle, you can build on your natural assets.” Spataro and her colleague Dr. John Chi consult with men for a variety of issues. “Many male patients want to improve their profiles,” Chi explains. “The chin plays a vital role in creating classical, masculine proportions.” A chin implant is a common procedure to achieve balance and improve overall appearance. As an alternative to surgery, Spataro says fillers can be used to enhance the jawline, and Chi notes there are a variety of noninvasive treatments that address the area. “Kybella injections dissolve fat to get rid of a double chin, and radiofrequency treatments can tighten the skin,” he says. Spataro adds that her male patients have fewer aging concerns but are interested in procedures that have both cosmetic and functional components. “I see quite a few men who have breathing problems and want to make aesthetic changes to their noses at the same time,” she says. “Among the older population, upper and lower eyelid surgeries are common as well.”
BY T HE SKI N O F YO U R N EC K
From loose skin to stubborn fat, there are many issues with our necks that we can’t fix on our own. Dr. Mike Nayak of Nayak Plastic Surgery says a deep neck lift is a good option to address these types of problems. Unlike traditional neck lifts, the procedure involves no incisions around the ears. Instead, muscle, fat and other tissue are reworked through small incisions in the mouth and cheeks. “Afterward, they are essentially invisible,” he notes. The surgery is done in-office and takes around 3 hours. It does require a substantial recovery period, according to Nayak. “It usually takes two weeks for people to feel like they look ready to return to social activities, and they also need to limit heavy lifting and exercise,” he says. “It’s a tradeoff. You earn meaningful results with proper recovery time.” A deep neck lift will not address heavy jowls, but it offers optimal results for defining the neck, according to Nayak. Unlike most alternative treatments, it addresses more than just a single layer of fat. “It truly changes the shape of the neck,” he says. “Think of it like remodeling a kitchen. If you just change the countertops, the impact is going to be less than if you redo everything.” He adds that the approach creates a more natural look since muscle also is being reworked to match changes to layers of fat and skin.
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The cultural conception of plastic surgery leans toward overfilled, exaggerated and fake. The reality, however, is that most people are looking for small changes that let them maintain their natural features and still look like themselves. “You want people to notice a change but not be able to pinpoint exactly what is different,” Spataro says. “Many of my patients come in saying they feel younger than they are, and they want their appearance to reflect that.” Simo adds that it always pays to be conservative, and communication with your surgeon is key. “It’s important that you work with a practitioner who is going to make the appropriate suggestions for your individual needs,” he notes. “When you aren’t exhibiting advanced signs of aging, don’t go diving in the deep end of the pool. The results should be natural, and it shouldn’t be obvious you’ve had something done.” & ADDITIONAL SOURCE: ALLURE
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There’s no right or wrong way to discover and pursue one’s passion in life. For the well-known and always popular John Lesser, who has lived at The Gatesworth since 2009, labels like retired teacher, art collector, opera enthusiast and community ambassador have been used many times over the years. Lesser says he was the kind of kid who drew and painted every chance he had. It seems he was born with some innate need to work out his thoughts through art. Given what we know about the power of nature and nurture, it’s not surprising to learn that Lesser’s grandmother was drawn to art, too. His creative drive and love of opera helped determine Lesser’s path. He bought his first piece of art when he was 13. A few years later, after receiving a recording of the opera “Medea” from his grandmother’s friend, he realized one album wasn’t enough. The next day, he quadrupled his collection. And the day after that, it grew again. The two things he grew to love as a young child were his grandmother and the things in life that mattered to her. “I love graphic arts, and I love opera,” Lesser says. So it makes sense that he became an avid collector of opera posters, which has allowed him to appreciate both art and music. Despite his avid interest, Lesser had managed to see just a few live opera performances by the time he was a young adult. In 1976, that changed. While grieving the loss of his mother, he accepted an invitation from a friend to see the opening night performance at the brand-new Opera Theatre of Saint Louis. “I didn’t want to go because I had been so sad, but afterward, I felt so good,” Lesser remembers. “The next year, I bought tickets for every performance that season, and I haven’t missed a performance since,” Lesser mentions. That adds up to 44 seasons and more than 1,300 performances. Lesser’s career includes his role as curator for the Missouri Historical Society and leadership work in the art gallery at the Jewish Community Center, where he also organized an annual used book festival. Lesser remains an enthusiastic collector of opera posters. His collection, which has exceeded 1,000, is on display at City Museum, Opera Theatre of Saint Louis and WashU’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
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ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE IS A STUDY IN CONTRASTS for adults who have the condition. It causes dementia and loss of function and can bring alternating stages of calm and irritability, acceptance and resistance, clarity and confusion, says Dr. Aviva Raskas, consulting psychiatrist at the Parc Provence memory care community in Creve Coeur. She explains that because the disorder has such wide-ranging effects, it’s important for residents to be supported, protected and engaged, and at Parc Provence, caring providers and staff ensure that happens. “In the beginning, most people with Alzheimer’s recognize that they are losing their memory, and they often become frustrated about forgetting and misplacing things,” Raskas notes. “They learn ways of disguising their forgetfulness because the embarrassment can be very tough to handle. Social isolation often starts to creep in, so staff members are well versed in recognizing the signs and providing necessary help.” Over time, patients’ awareness of their situation starts to decrease, according to Raskas. “As memory loss progresses, they become less in tune with it,” she says. “It literally becomes harder to remember that you are forgetful. Some people struggle with anxiety and depression, while others seem to become more content and relaxed. Patients may begin one way but not continue on that path; they can switch from being short-tempered to pleasant, or vice versa. The experience is different for each person.” According to Raskas, Parc Provence staff members work as a team to ensure residents stay mentally and physically active for their own well-being. “The community offers an extraordinary amount of positive programming,” she explains. “Activities are easily accessible, stimulating and appropriate for people in different stages of memory loss. They also help residents interact with each other, which is incredibly important.” There are opportunities for exercise, music and art therapy, movies, speaker presentations, outings to restaurants and attractions, and much
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more. Many residents have backgrounds in areas like education and fine arts, so related activities often bring back mood-lifting memories, Raskas says. She adds that research shows regular social interaction and personal attention are very important to an Alzheimer’s patient’s quality of life. For that reason, staff relationships with residents go far beyond just talking and visiting. “Our team members are adept at familiarizing themselves with the priorities of each person,” she notes. “Employees can create bonds because they understand residents’ likes, dislikes and life experiences. And as the disease progresses and verbal communication becomes more difficult, staff members come up with other meaningful ways to engage.” November is Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month, and Raskas says it’s an ideal time for families to educate themselves about the condition, which affects nearly 6 million Americans. “Memory loss tends to slip in LIVING WITH ALZH EIMER’S the door quietly, and people often don’t recognize the early stages,” she notes. “Parc Provence makes sure each resident feels at home in a safe, protected and caring environment.” & SPEC IAL SECT ION
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THE NEARLY 6 MILLION ADULTS in the U.S. who have Alzheimer’s disease face a difficult set of challenges as the
neurodegenerative illness chips away at memory and physical function over time. Researchers constantly are searching for insight into symptoms and treatments. According to SSM Health DePaul Hospital neurologist Dr. Siddharth Kaul, recent discoveries are helping doctors identify possible early signs of Alzheimer’s through eye exams and blood tests.
“Changes in the brain can be reflected almost immediately in the eyes,” Kaul says. “During an exam, the doctor can look at small blood vessels in the eye. More research is being done to find out why, but a recent study suggested that people at risk for Alzheimer's may have less vessel density circling the retina. If your doctor sees this, follow-up tests can be done to reach a diagnosis.” Kaul says research also suggests that a blood test may help identify Alzheimer's risk. The technique can compare proteins in the blood with those in a patient's cerebrospinal fluid. “Proteins collect abnormally in the brain of a person with Alzheimer's,” he says. “If doctors find increased levels of 'bad' protein, there may be higher risk for the disease.”
Adrienne Holden, regional health systems account director for the Alzheimer's Association in St. Louis, says the screening advances are preliminary but offer exciting possibilities. “We are funding studies about hypertension's effects on the condition, and about reducing risk through lifestyle interventions,” she notes. “We definitely are progressing in the field compared to 10 or 20 years ago and are very excited about how all of these pivotal advances will benefit people at risk.” Holden adds that important Alzheimer's research is being done locally at Saint Louis University and Washington University. Kaul says currently, a diagnosis is reached through a physical exam, patient history, information from caregivers and
diagnostic testing. “The new screening advances may become mainstream in the future,” he says. “We won't rely on one test to make a conclusion, but they look promising as a piece of the puzzle.”
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He adds that healthy lifestyle choices play a big role in reducing Alzheimer's risk. “Proper rest is one of the most important factors,” he explains. “When you sleep, your brain rids itself of the abnormal proteins that can cause problems. If you don't get enough sleep, you likely will experience the effects later on.”
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HEAL+H FLASH by stephanie wallace
» fight the flu
There is not just a single strain of influenza virus. Every year, different types circulate, and a flu vaccine is designed to target the most common strains. But scientists at WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY have found an antibody that protects against a wide range of flu viruses, which could lead to universal prevention. The antibody, 1G01, targets neuraminidase, a protein that is essential to viral replication in cells. In mice models, it protected subjects from all 12 types of the illness tested, which included avian and other nonhuman strains. The study is published in Science.
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» curing muscular dystrophy
There is no cure or treatment for facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD) currently. It is caused by the misexpression of the DUX4 gene in skeletal muscle, and scientists hope that targeting the gene could halt or reverse the progression of the disease. Now, researchers at SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY have made an important breakthrough. By repurposing an existing drug, a clinically advanced p38 inhibitor, they were able to suppress toxic DUX4 expression in cell and animal models. A biopharmaceutical company has begun clinical trials to further test the approach.
» diagnosing dementia
Family history greatly impacts a person’s chance of developing dementia. Researchers at WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY found that it also can affect how and when symptoms manifest. A study revealed that adult children with one parent who suffers from dementia exhibit symptoms an average of six years earlier than the parent did. Those with two parents with dementia showed signs of cognitive decline 13 years earlier. This suggests that these younger cases are more than the result of changes in diagnostic criteria and social attitudes toward memory loss.
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One of the greatest scientific questions of all time is how life originated on Earth, and researchers at SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY may be one step closer to the answer. Scientists have long known that a cycle of drying and adding water to amino acids could have created peptides and proteins in Earth’s early environment. However, there remained a question of how overdilution was avoided. In a study published in Nature Communications, it was found that deliquescent minerals (salts that dissolve in water absorbed from humid air) offer natural regulation of the amount of water in a solution, assisting with the creation of proteins from simpler building blocks.
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JERREMY KIRBY OF SMALL BATCH WHISKEY & FARE
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by julia m. johnson | photos by bill barrett YOU MIGHT THINK BEING VEGAN would place some limits on a chef’s repertoire, but Small Batch chef Jerremy Kirby proves otherwise. He strives to make vegetable-centric cuisine that appeals to a wide audience, even developing ways for non-meat eaters to enjoy the taste of barbecue. When it comes to meatless cooking, Small Batch (owned by the locally based Baileys’ Restaurants) isn’t the Bethalto, Illinois, native’s first trip around the block. After training at the former Le Cordon Bleu in St. Louis, he spent time in kitchens at Tree House in Tower Grove and other plantfocused dining spots. “I have experience working with a variety of global cuisines, too,” he says. “I like to create dishes inspired by different food traditions like Thai, Brazilian, Indian, German and classic French.” As the Small Batch name implies, there also is a focus on distilled spirits as an important complement to every meal. Kirby says he works closely with bar manager Nikki Brown to incorporate whiskey, bourbon and rye into the restaurant’s offerings, both on their own and in recipes and mixed drinks. Dessert and alcohol pairings round out the menu, matching sweet treats such as cheesecake and chocolate with smooth-drinking whiskeys like Glenfiddich and Balvenie. Another after-dinner delicacy, known simply as Pumpkin, features an actual steamed pumpkin shell stuffed with spiced vegan custard. It makes sense for the restaurant to pair spirits with vegetable dishes. Both are made with products from the earth, and Kirby says the two work well together. “Like any other strongly flavored ingredient, whiskey affects the taste of food when you cook with it,” he says. “We start each dish with a vegetable base and build on that.” Some chefs mold a restaurant menu to match their own tastes, but
Kirby says he shies away from that. “I’m a practicing vegan, and what I bring to the table at Small Batch is vegan, but I don’t cook the same dishes for myself that I do for the restaurant,” he explains. With that said, he definitely has some menu favorites. “The khao soi is my top choice,” he says. “It’s a flavorful, traditional Thai noodle soup. When I’m in the dining room and see guests eating it, I always ask for their opinions. I really enjoy hearing what people have to say about the food, and the feedback usually is very positive. We also have some longstanding vegetarian items that are favorites of our regulars, so we keep those around in addition to the vegan dishes.” To spice things up, Kirby revamps other aspects of the menu from time to time, and recently, he has been including a housemade vegan meat substitute made from high-gluten flour dough. “It’s a lot like making bread and takes about five hours,” he says of the process. “The finished product looks like meatloaf, it tastes like meat, and the texture is spot on.” He recently added the substitute to the menu at Knockout BBQ, also owned by Baileys’ Restaurants. “So far, we’ve used it to make things like barbecue skewers,” he notes. Kirby says originality is an important ingredient in all of his efforts. “I stay away from what other vegan restaurants are cooking,” he explains. “There are some new places coming onto the St. Louis scene, but I feel there’s enough room for us all to do our own thing.” He does keep an eye on other restaurants’ menus to ensure there’s no duplication. The chef says he enjoys belonging to the St. Louis culinary community and taking part in cookoffs, holiday dinners and other events. “I get the most satisfaction out of just watching guests enjoy what we prepare,” Kirby says. “That’s what makes me happy.”
pumpkin » 4 small pumpkins
9 T maple syrup
2 t cardamom
28 oz. raw cashews
½ T salt
28 oz. coconut milk
1 T vanilla extract
1 t each cloves, nutmeg, allspice
6 T lemon juice
2 t cinnamon
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▶ Soak cashews in hot water for 1 hour. Pulse in a blender with the coconut milk, lemon juice, maple syrup, vanilla, salt and spices until smooth. ▶ Pour blended mixture into the pumpkins. ▶ Freeze overnight. Thaw, slice and serve.
LEISURE
HAPPY HO R by anthony geary
HOME BAR ESSENTIALS 〉〉 Every person I know who enjoys liquor dreams of a home bar stocked with great spirits and fine wine where friends and family can gather and enjoy themselves. Then, reality sets in. Liquor and wine can be expensive, and there are so many recipes for so many cocktails that unless you are in the restaurant industry, things can get confusing. But your bar can be more than just a hodgepodge of random spirits leftover from parties. Here are a few tips for a well-stocked, festive home bar for the upcoming holiday season and beyond.
▶ Always have the ingredients to make a Long Island. Not only is it a great drink, but the ingredients make up the staples of any bar: vodka, gin, tequila, rum and triple sec. With these ingredients, you can make countless different drinks like margaritas, lemon drops and cosmopolitans. You’ll also have everything on hand for simple cocktails that only require juices and tonics. ▶ Have a whiskey to use as a mixer. Nothing is worse than a party guest mixing your expensive whiskey with Coke. Building a home bar inventory is an investment, so if you want pricier options, you definitely also want some more accessible brands for everyday drinks. Jim Beam is a great whiskey to have on hand for people to mix in whatever they want (and your heart won’t sink). Save the good stuff for special occasions. ▶ Vermouth, Campari and Aperol ... the rest are just details. Once you have your base spirits, you need just a few other things to create a respectable home bar. I would buy vermouth, Campari and Aperol— in that order. With vermouth, you can make Manhattans; Campari,
Negronis and boulevardiers; and with Aperol, you have what you need for a refreshing Aperol spritz or the now-popular Paper Plane. Sure, you can buy things like Lillet, Crème de violette and coffee liqueurs, but at the very least, you want to have vermouth at least the same quality of the popular brand Dolin. ▶ Take it slow. Home bars take time and experimentation. Go to a good liquor store and pick up the basics, then slowly build up the rest. A few times a year, pick up an obscure liquor you wouldn’t normally buy, like Amaro. Even if you don’t like it, you’ll have something that might interest a guest at your party. Plus, having an array of liquors makes you look like you have a sophisticated palate. Go to local cocktail bars, look at menus and ask bartenders questions. Professionals usually love talking about ‘in the know’ liquors because that’s what they are drinking. With time and some smart buys, you easily can make your home bar the place to be this holiday season.
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DRIVEN PORSCHE 911 by robert w. paster
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SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2019 THE RITZ-CARLTON – ST. LOUIS This is a party you won’t want to miss! Proceeds support SSM Health Women’s Health services across the entire St. Louis region. Foundation efforts support programs such as the MOMS Line, breast care screenings, 3-D mammography and more – all of which make a significant impact on the greater communities we serve. To purchase tickets or learn about sponsorship opportunities, please go to givetossmhealth.org/upcoming-events
HOW DO YOU DEFINE NEW? At Porsche, where they’ve been cranking out 911 sports cars for more than 50 years, they’re calling the 2020 version ‘new,’ even giving it a new internal designation of 992. Like most transitions in the 911’s history, this is more evolutionary than revolutionary, but the changes have kept the venerable sports car icon up to date in terms of performance, luxury and technology. The look is distinctly 911, with a few new styling cues, such as the indentation in the hood reminiscent of the 1980s when it was there for fresh air intake. A light bar running across the rear also is a nod to the past, but it’s now a modern, thin LED light instead of a wide reflector. Though it no longer has a traditional key, the engine switch remains to the left of the steering wheel in homage to the running Le Mans start. Once settled behind the wheel in a well-bolstered seat, you notice that the tachometer remains front and center and is an old school analog gauge, although it has a digital speedometer at the bottom. Everything else is video display so it can be configured to show the information you want, from engine and system monitoring to audio displays and more. A large screen in the center of the dash provides modern touch controls for navigation, audio, car controls/settings and apps, like on a cell phone. Fortunately, there are a number of buttons and knobs for the audio control, and the dual automatic climate control has hard buttons to control the digital readouts. The real pleasure of a 911 is driving it, and this new model continues as one of the best sports cars to drive at any price. Currently, only an automatic transmission is offered, but a true stick is coming this spring (hurray!). The eight-speed PDK auto is managed by a somewhat small lever in the center console. Paddle shifters behind the steering wheel allow you to choose your own gears, but compared to a real stick, it’s like kissing your sister. Acceleration is neck-snapping with a zero to 60 time of only 3.2 seconds with the sport chrono package, and turbo lag is practically nonexistent. That’s supercar territory, especially with the 4S version, which pushes power to all four wheels. Another treat is the great sound from the engine, particularly on deceleration. Steering is nice and tight and very communicative through a thick, leather-wrapped steering wheel. You just have to think about changing the car’s direction, and it responds. Cornering really does feel like it’s on rails, and the brakes feel like they could stop time. Tossing it around on the streets was fun, but to truly explore the limits of performance, you’d have to get it on the track, where I’m sure it would truly shine. Despite its stiff suspension, the ride is not twitchy or overly rough, and the 911 can be driven like a ‘regular’ car around town. As is typical in the automotive world, the 911 seems to get bigger and heavier with each new iteration. The new 911 is no longer a truly small car, and the additional weight can be felt as well, but the changes have made it a much more functional daily driver. Increases in engine power have outpaced the weight gain to make the new 911 the fastest one yet. Amenities include cruise control, an available sunroof, and safety features such as lane change and keep assist, park assist with cameras, and autonomous emergency braking. Four drive mode settings include normal, sport, sport plus and wet. A deep front trunk can hold a large suitcase and the rear seats can be folded down to form a useful parcel shelf. The car’s price also has grown to well over six figures. According to Casey Eldridge, sales manager at Porsche St. Louis, “The only car better than the old 911 is the new 911. The handling, the power, the brakes; it just does everything 20% better. It has the power and ability to compete with any sports car in the world, yet also can be extremely comfortable on your trip to get coffee or groceries.” &
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DEEP THOUGHTS
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AN ENTERTAINING GUIDE TO ENTERTAINMENT
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man of the year by Caroline Louise Walker. This novel reinforces the
adage, “It’s not the crime, it’s the cover-up.” This is the story of a family that seems picture-perfect on the outside, but is oh-so-damaged the closer you look. Dr. Robert Hart receives the Man of the Year award from the community of Sag Harbor. What should be a joyful family weekend ends in a death followed by a cover-up. As the reader, you are left to wonder if anyone ever really knows the truth. It is suspenseful and will cause you to continue reading way past your bedtime.
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catch 22. Hulu. This series is based on the Joseph Heller novel of the
same name. It follows a U.S. air squadron based in Italy during World War II, specifically one bombardier, Yossarian, who just wants to get out of there alive. Each time he gets anywhere close to what he believes is the end of his mission, his mission changes. He tries to plead insanity, but it doesn’t work. George Clooney, Kyle Chandler and Christopher Abbott are terrific actors in this six-part series that will make you laugh and scratch your head at the same time.
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midway
This film takes place in the chaotic months following the 1941 Japanese air attack on Pearl Harbor. Allied forces are scrambling to respond, and U.S. commanders are trying to figure out Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto’s next moves. The plot centers around a critical U.S. naval action to defend the Midway Islands against invaders. The story’s heroes include maverick U.S. pilot Dick Best (Ed Skrein), who fearlessly returns to the fray each time duty demands, and Bruno Gaido (Nick Jonas), a sailor who saves his aircraft carrier by hopping into a parked plane and gunning down a kamikaze pilot. The CGI in this film is impressively realistic. You feel like you’re in the cockpit behind Best as he ducks anti-aircraft fire to bomb Japanese warships. I also enjoyed Woody Harrelson as U.S. Admiral Chester Nimitz and Patrick Wilson as Edwin Layton, a canny intelligence officer. Throughout the film, you get a sense of the grave, split-second decisions military leaders have to make in the heat of war. It’s definitely worth seeing the film in a theater with enhanced sound and effects. Feeling your chair rumble as depth charges explode and planes strafe enemy targets can offer a small hint of the sensory overload WWII heroes must have experienced.
EAT. DRINK. SHOP.
SHOULD YOU SEE IT? Yes, the cast and special effects are well worth it. J.J. VIEWED AT MARCUS CHESTERFIELD CINEMA
NOVEMBER 20, 2019
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MARK YOUR CALENDAR by stephanie wallace
〈〈 november & december 〉〉
through 1/18/20
11/30-12/23
12/6
12/7
The exhibit explores language and literature through drawings and other works.
Saturdays and Sundays, enjoy storytelling, face painting, caroling and a special holiday selection of tea, cocoa, sandwiches and pastries. Prancer will make a special visit with Santa’s sleigh Dec. 14 and 15.
Industry leaders give TED talks to celebrate and empower women; plus, special musical performances and exhibits from local makers and creators.
Shop The Loop, enjoy seasonal window decorations and visit with Old St. Nick! The celebration includes pet pictures at Moonrise Hotel and a tree lighting.
lesley dill: voice
teddy bear tea
Atrium Gallery Free | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. atriumgallery.net | 314.367.1076
through 4/26/20
World Chess Hall of Fame Free | Regular hours worldchesshof.org | 314.367.9243
11/22-12/15
it’s a wonderful life
Metro Theater Company reimagines the holiday favorite as a radio play within a play. No performances Nov. 29 or Dec. 14.
11/29-12/1 & 12/18-12/23 the nutcracker
The Saint Louis Ballet brings Tchaikovsky’s holiday classic to life with 13 dazzling performances. A special narrated production will be held Dec. 18 at 11 a.m., and Sugarplum Fairy luncheon and dinner options are available Dec. 19 through 22. Touhill Performing Arts Center | $25-$72 2:30 & 7 p.m. | stlouisballet.org
Four Seasons Hotel | $25 | 11 a.m-2 p.m. fourseasons.com/stlouis | 314.881.5800
12/1
metropolitan orchestra of st. louis concert
The program includes Zoltán Kodály’s “Summer Evening,” Dmitri Shostakovich’s “Chamber Symphony in C minor” and Mozart’s “Symphony No. 38 in D major. “ First Presbyterian Church of Kirkwood $5-$20 | 7 p.m. | tmoslmusic.org
12/4-12/29 wicked
The Broadway sensation returns to St. Louis. Learn what happened in Oz before Dorothy dropped in. The Fabulous Fox Theatre $49-$229 | Various showtimes fabulousfox.com | 314.534.1111
12/5-12/22 11/23-1/1/20
11/29-12/30
Enjoy the thrill of ice skating against the backdrop of the Gateway Arch and downtown St. Louis. Don’t miss special events and programs like The Winter Market and Igloo Village.
Festive fun awaits at the Saint Louis Zoo with a wild, arctic wonderland featuring more than half a million twinkling lights. Festivities include costumed characters, carolers and fire pits for roasting marshmallows.
Kiener Plaza | Free, $7-$12 for skate rental Noon-8 p.m. | archpark.org
11/23-1/4/20 garden glow
Celebrate the season with more than a million glowing lights. New this year, enjoy a holiday-themed animated show projected onto Tower Grove House. Missouri Botanical Garden | $3-$20 5-10 p.m. | missouribotanicalgarden.org 314.577.5100
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Saint Louis Zoo | $8-$11 | 5:30 p.m. stlzoo.org | 314.781.0900
fully committed
The comedy features 40 wildly diverse characters played by one actor. Follow a day in the life of Samuel Peliczowski, an out-of-work actor who mans the reservation line at Manhattan’s top restaurant.
New Jewish Theatre | $49-$50 7:30 p.m. Thurs., 4 & 8 p.m. Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. jccstl.com
The Delmar Loop Free | All day | visittheloop.com
nutcracker on ice
Enjoy the classic ballet reimagined for the ice! In the spirit of the season, guests are encouraged to bring canned or boxed food items, which will be donated to Operation Food Search.
gingerbread house decorating
Celebrate the holidays by creating a festive gingerbread house at Cinder House.
holidays in the loop
12/14 & 12/15
12/1-12/31
The Grandel Theatre $14-$20 | 7 p.m. Fri., 4 p.m. Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. metroplays.org | 314.534.1111
winterfest ice rink
America’s Center | $49-$99 2 p.m. | tedxgatewayarch.org
The Ritz-Carlton $45 children, $55 adults | 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. ritzcarlton.com | 314.863.6300
ground control: a journey through chess and space
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing with this exhibit of space-themed chess sets, including one that flew on the final mission of the Space Shuttle Endeavor.
bold & brilliant women
12/6 o.a.r.
The multiplatinum band makes a stop in the StL as part of its The Mighty O.A.R. 2019 tour. The Pageant | $40.50 | 8 p.m. thepageant.com | 314.726.6161
12/6
star wars and the hero’s journey
Get ready for Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker with a lecture about how the franchise has been inspired by mythology from throughout history. Come in costume for a chance to win a prize. Ethical Society of St. Louis | Free 7 p.m. | ethicalstl.org | 314.991.0955
12/7
grinchmas and cocoa crawl Get your photo taken with the Grinch, enjoy a cup of hot cocoa, and judge a holiday window decorating contest. South Grand Free, $7 for photo | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. southgrand.org | 314.772.5750
12/6-12/8, 12/12-12/15
the cricket on the hearth
Written especially for West End Players Guild, this adaptation of a Charles Dickens novella tells the tale of an unlikely but undying love. Union Avenue Christian Church $20-$25 | 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. westendplayers.org | 314.667.5686
12/7
a spirited holiday past
Twenty-nine historic sites, museums and privately owned homes offer a festive holiday tour of yesteryear. Various locations Each location individually priced 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | historicsaintlouis.org
Webster Groves Ice Arena | $12-$14 2 & 5 p.m. | nutcrackeronice.org
12/15
holiday bazaar
Support local businesses (and enjoy local brews) as you shop a variety of vendors. 4 Hands Brewing Company Free | Noon-5 p.m. 4handsbrewery.com | 314.436.1559
12/19
elf on the shelf: a christmas musical
The holiday tradition comes to life in an all-new musical. Follow one of Santa’s top elves as he helps a family rediscover the Christmas spirit. Stifel Theatre | $22-$50 | 7 p.m. stifeltheatre.com | 314.499.7600
12/22
chanukah: festival of lights
This traditional celebration includes festive Israeli music and dance, a menorah lighting ceremony and Chanukah merchandise provided by local vendors. Missouri Botanical Garden Included with admission | Noon-4 p.m. missouribotanicalgarden.org 314.577.5100
12/26
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THIS FABULOUS ONE-AND-AHALF STORY HOME IN DES PERES HAS 5,300 SQUARE FEET OF GORGEOUS LIVING SPACE ON A PERFECT, FLAT, FENCED LOT.
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from the homeowners » We expect our homes to be a lot of things. We want a fantastic party venue when entertaining, a peaceful retreat on stressful days, a private playground for our kids—and that’s just scratching the surface. Nestled off Dougherty Ferry Road in Des Peres, 12 Bellerosa Place has been all of that and more for Emily Trochtrop and her family. “We’ve been here for almost ll years and have loved every moment,” she says. “I can’t say enough about the neighborhood and house.”
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Tell me about the area. I love this neighborhood. It’s really close to Greenbriar Country Club; one of the back holes actually faces our subdivision. It’s small and quiet and just a great place to live. I love every single neighbor I’ve had here. What attracted you to the home? Honestly, everything about it. We loved the floor plan, and it had an unfinished lower level, so we were able to complete it the way we wanted. The location is perfect. It’s only a mile from Hwy. 270, so you can easily get wherever you need to go. The schools in the area are great. My kids go to Barretts Elementary, which is amazing.
Do you have a favorite room? I love the entire basement. We were able to put in a big rec and living room. It has air hockey and pool tables, plus a full bar with a commercial grade beer chiller and ice machine. It’s great for entertaining, and with the home theater on that level, the kids love it, too.
huge Christmas tree. I also would put up full-sized trees in the hearth room and basement. It was great because people could hang out all over the house, upstairs and down. We held a lot of awesome birthday parties in the basement as well. It’s a walkout, so kids could play outside and come in as they pleased.
Did you entertain often? Yes. The whole house is set up perfectly for both entertaining and everyday living. The kitchen is very open with a huge island, and it’s attached to the dining room, which can seat 12 people for holiday meals and dinner parties. We always held an annual Christmas fundraiser here. The great room has high ceilings that can accommodate a
What did use the outdoor space for? One of the big changes we did was expanding and replacing the deck. I loved to just sit out there, especially when I had a kid-free day. It’s very quiet, and it was perfect for having a few girlfriends over to share a bottle of wine and hang out on nice evenings.
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Since the vast majority of antebellum style homes are white, your willingness to paint the façade will be the most helpful change to move it toward a Southern feel. Painting the shutters and other trim black will further the transformation. Interestingly, this also imparts a fresher, more up-to-date look. A few other architectural changes also can help. The balcony rail has been changed to wrought iron, and the windows behind have become French doors. A roof cupola makes the composition feel more authentic, and larger lanterns are more in scale with the façade. As far as the landscape goes, the current hedges aren’t helping. By lowering the group on the left and removing the rows to the right, the whole composition looks much taller and more noble. Some begonia beds, flower urns and a wooden rocker are all that is needed to complete the picture. Bring on the mint juleps! Hope that helps, —HOMEWORK
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ichael Wyrock and Justin Maine have a strong understanding of how personal decorating a home can be. As the creative minds behind Nistenhaus Design, they help clients create spaces that reflect their personalities and lifestyles. In their own home, the couple enjoys experimenting and subverting expectations. That philosophy extends to their holiday decorations as well, which combine bright metallics, fun retro elements and, of course, a personal touch.
What do you like about living so close to Cherokee Street? Michael Wyrock: Our house is off the main strip, but we’re still close to everything. Justin and I aren’t native St. Louisians, so we didn’t have preconceived notions of the area. We situated ourselves in the place we found the most interesting. There’s always a wide variety of things going on, and there are great restaurants and shops. The house is only 5 minutes from our studio space, which is convenient for work. It’s a really good location. Have you done any major renovations? The majority of the changes we’ve made have been superficial. The house is more than 100 years old, and about a year before we bought it, the previous owners did a complete remodel. It’s been a very good first home for us. We’ve gotten to take the design where we want without having to worry about major projects. There’s a nice balance of having enough to do but not so much that it’s overwhelming. Did the age of the house impact your design approach? The floor plan is very modern, but we didn’t want to just follow trends. Our goal is to find what best suits the assets the house already has. Because it’s older, things work differently, and sometimes, you have to listen hard to what a space wants to be. By doing this, we’ve been able to create a much warmer and more inviting aesthetic. Does being designers add extra pressure with your own home? We often get asked if there is conflict since there are two designers in the house, but we don’t see it that way. After all, we already run a business together. Our home is a laboratory for us to try things we don’t always get to do with clients. We get to experiment with new things and explore without asking anyone else’s opinions. Everything has been out of want rather than necessity, so we can feel good about what we’re doing. This house has given us a lot of opportunities to be creative, and there is an entire third floor we haven’t touched yet. Do you have a favorite room? The room I like the most is probably the one we spend the least time in. I love the living room at the front of the house. It has a very distinct mood to it, and the light in the space is interesting. We probably are in the kitchen and family room the most. They’re laid out very efficiently. We packed about as much furniture as we could into a small space while still being able to entertain and do what we want. How do you approach decorating for the holidays? People often worry about where they are going to put their Christmas tree, and it impacts how they arrange their homes
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Do you have any favorite holiday traditions? We really enjoy entertaining. Starting in October through the end of the year, we like to host a lot of dinner parties and small gatherings. I also enjoy all of the cooking and baking in mid-December. Normally, we’re out of town and visiting family, but as we’ve gotten older, we’ve been staying home more. We’ve started creating our own traditions, which is neat.
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