Bachendorf's Spring/Summer 2020

WELCOME

to our valued customers and friends, My family and I would like to thank everyone on the frontlines of COVID-19 and those who have been supporting local businesses. While we adjust to a new normal, our priority is our employees, new and existing clients and our community. As a family-owned business for more than 70 years, we have survived many challenges and we look forward to continuing to serve our loyal and new customers.

The Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum recently opened in September 2019. Our founder, my father, Harry Bock, was a Holocaust survivor along with his sister Ali and father, Abram. Abram’s brother had moved to Dallas generations before, and after the liberation of the concentration camps, the three went to Dallas.

I think it is essential that we share Harry’s story and artifacts in the new Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum. Upon visiting, please look for the belt that he wore in the Dachau concentration camp. Harry would add new holes to the belt as he lost weight, and by the end of the war, his waist was extremely narrow due to starvation.

We are very proud and dedicated to helping with Holocaust education for future generations. All past events, good or bad, will shape how we live our lives to the best we can.

You can read about the new museum on page 46. My family and I would like to extend a chance for you and your family to visit the museum by covering the admission fee in 2020. Please email info@bachendorfs.com with the subject title “The Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum.” As we look back to everything we’ve overcome in the past, we will continue to build and shape how future generations learn to stay strong even through trying times. We appreciate your loyalty and look forward to serving you again soon.

Sincerely,

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Lawrence Bock

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8 Events 9 Social Media 10 Treat You! 16 Cuff ‘Em 20 Shooting Stars

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Rita Guarna

24 Half Past Rachel

CREATIVE DIRECTOR Stephen Vitarbo

26 Time For You 28 The Golfer’s Choice

SENIOR ASSOCIATE EDITOR Darius Amos

32 In the Kitchen, Timing Is Key

LIFESTYLE EDITOR Haley Longman ART DIRECTOR Victoria Beall

36 All Tied Up

CONTRIBUTING EDITORS Christen Fisher, Darcey Gohring, Everett Potter, Josh Sens

38 On the Firth of Fourth 40 Kyoto’s Magic

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46 #NeverForget

PUBLISHER Shae Marcus

48 Bachendorf’s Bride

ACCOUNT MANAGER Lisa Menghi

50 The Shape of the Future

DIRECTOR OF PRODUCTION AND CIRCULATION Susan Windrum

52 A Capital Affair

ADVERTISING SERVICES DIRECTOR Jacquelynn Fischer

58 Let’s Do Brunch

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66 Haute Couture Comes Home

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76 Very Valtellina 78 The Perfect Pour 80 Pearls for Girls

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SENIOR VICE PRESIDENTS Shae Marcus, Carl Olsen VICE PRESIDENTS Nigel Edelshain, Thomas Flannery, Rita Guarna

Jewelry has been enlarged to show detail. Due to the fluctuating prices of diamonds, gold and platinum, prices are subject to change without notice and may vary depending on size, quality and availability. While we have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information in this magazine, we are not responsible for errors or omissions. ACCENT is published by Wainscot Media, 1 Maynard Drive, Park Ridge NJ 07656 in association with Bachendorf’s. Copyright © 2020 by Wainscot Media, LLC. All rights reserved. Editorial Contributions: Write to Editor, Bachendorf’s, Wainscot Media, 1 Maynard Drive, Park Ridge NJ 07656. The magazine is not responsible for the return or loss of unsolicited submissions. Subscription Services: To change an address or request a subscription, write to Subscriptions, Wainscot Media, 1 Maynard Drive, Park Ridge NJ 07656, or by telephone 201.573.5541. Advertising Inquiries: Contact Shae Marcus at 856.797.2227 or shae.marcus@wainscotmedia.com.

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TWO WORLD-RENOWNED MEN JOINED BACHENDORF’S AND OMEGA FOR OUR 50TH ANNIVERSARY MOON LANDING PARTY.

From top, left to right: The guests of honor, General Stafford and David Cisco, take the stage; General Stafford signs an autograph; Brad and Kristy Sheridan; Farris and Amy Rookstool; Camille Folkard and Rhathan Reddy; Alaina and Preston Atwood; General Stafford admiring the OMEGAs; General Stafford and David Cisco with the Bachendorf’s team; An up-close look at the OMEGA speedmaster; Matthew Mandzink, Jared Whiteenberg, Bryan Kesman and Nikkhil Lacoul.

On October 30, 2019, Bachendorf ’s and OMEGA celebrated the 50th anniversary of the moon landing.

For about just as long, the OMEGA Speedmaster has been the timepiece of choice for astronauts, and it was the first chronograph worn on the moon in 1969.

And we were honored to have two extraordinary men in attendance at the gathering: General Thomas P. Stafford and David Cisco.

General Stafford is an Apollo-Soyuz astronaut from Weatherford, OK. He is a true leader and space pioneer, responsible for one of history’s most famous handshakes.

In his 27 years as an officer in the United States Air Force, General Stafford was a member of the crew on four historic NASA missions in space. His first role was aboard Gemini 6, where he achieved the first rendezvous with another spacecraft. After the Gemini 9 mission in 1966, he commanded Apollo 10 in 1969, which orbited the moon and provided the “dress rehearsal” for the first lunar landing. Stafford then logged his fourth space flight commanding the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project in 1975 – a joint flight culminating in the historic first space meeting and the handshake between American astronauts and Soviet cosmonauts. After retiring in 1979, Stafford worked as an advisor for Space Station Freedom, the precursor to the International Space Station, and a technical advisor for the Shuttle-Mir program.

David Cisco’s history with the space program started in 1968 when he was employed with Grumman Engineering Corporation and was reassigned from New York to the manned spacecraft center in Houston. During this time, he was involved in testing the Lunar Module, LTA 8 and LM2, spending several hundred hours inside a vehicle operating all systems as stand-in support ground personnel.

Cisco is the recipient of many NASA awards, including the Apollo Achievement Award, Skylab Emergency Thermal Shield Development Award and NASA’s highest award, the Silver Snoopy. Less than 1 percent of all NASA employees receive this award for professional excellence. The Silver Snoopy was awarded to Cisco by Alan Bean, the fourth man to walk on the moon. His highest personal honor, however, was being invited to the White House by the President of the United States.

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treat you WE’VE ALL BEEN THROUGH A DIFFICULT TIME, SO WHY NOT TREAT THE LADIES IN YOUR LIFE? WE TURNED TO FOUR OF OUR FAVORITE DESIGNERS FOR SPLURGEWORTHY BAUBLES FOR THE BRIDE WHO POSTPONED HER WEDDING, THE GRAD WHO COULDN’T DON HER CAP AND GOWN—AND YOU—FOR ALL YOU DID FOR EVERYONE ELSE!

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The signature “perfectly imperfect” 18K gold Africa collection gets a feminine update with the addition of pearls in many shades. With bursts of color and classic white, blending the timelessness of pearls with the modernity of Marco Bicego’s aesthetic results in truly unique and very wearable creations.

Clockwise from top, Africa Pearl Collection 18K Yellow Gold and Pearl Lariat Necklace, $2,710. Africa Pearl Collection 18K Yellow Gold and Pearl Drop Earrings, $1,000. Africa Collection 18K Yellow Gold Mixed Gemstone and Pearl Small Cocktail Ring, $2,190. Africa Boule Collection 18K Yellow Gold and Pearl Pendant, $1,430. Africa Boule Collection 18K Yellow Gold and Pearl Ring, $1,200. Africa Collection 18K Yellow Gold and Pearl French Wire Earrings, $1,310.

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If the lady in your life is the queen (or princess) of your family, doesn’t she deserve the queen of gems? This perfectly posh Mikimoto gift set includes Akoya cultured pearl 18” strand necklace, a 7” bracelet and a pair of studs, all set in 18K white gold. Meanwhile, a demure pair of Akoya Pearl white gold and diamond studs and this airy 7” bracelet will become the go-to jewels of summer.

From top, Mikimoto Akoya cultured pearl three-piece set with a 7x6mm A1 18” strand; 7x6.5mm A1 7” bracelet and 7x7.5mm A studs set in 18K white gold. Akoya Cultured Pearl Station Bracelet in White Gold. 18kt white gold stud earrings with Akoya pearl in 7.5 mm with 0.20ct of diamonds.

PENNY PREVILLE Dazzle her with glorious color courtesy of Penny Preville. Hip women will love to layer mixed metals—yellow, white and rose gold—and clusters of glittering stones. These trendy yet luxe pieces bring whimsy and polish to any look.

Clockwise from top, round blue sapphire evil eye pendant, $8,030. Blue sapphire ombre cluster band, $3,500. Cushioncut watercolor cluster bangle, $9,780. 18” rose gold and diamond eyeglass chain, $11,795. 18” yellow gold and diamond eyeglass chain, $11,795. Watercolor bangle, $4,995. 18” rose gold diamond eyeglass chain, $1,630. 18” yellow gold and diamond eyeglass chain, $1,630. Evil eye necklace, $2,400. Thin blue sapphire ombre band, $2,190.

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DAVID YURMAN New for spring 2020, David Yurman has launched a silver line of its beloved Novella collection. These new designs view the brand’s storied Renaissance Cable bracelets—one of the first collections designed by David and Sybil Yurman—through a contemporary lens. Perfect for both everyday and special occasions, the pieces merge bold, architectural shapes with magnificent gemstones.

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Clockwise from left, Novella Y Necklace with Blue Topaz, Hampton Blue Topaz and Iolite, $1,500. Novella Three-Stone Bracelet with Blue Topaz and Diamonds, $2,500. Novella Ring with Blue Topaz and Diamonds, $2,300. Novella Chain Drop Earrings with Prasiolite and Diamonds, $1,650.

Novella Mosaic Pendant with Blue Topaz, Hampton Blue Topaz, Iolite and Diamonds, $2,400. Novella Three-Stone Ring with Blue Topaz, Hampton Blue Topaz and Diamonds, $1,750.

NEW VIRTUAL PROGRAMS Special Special Exhibition Exhibition Virtual Virtual Tour tour

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YOU’LL BE WELL ARMED IN EYECATCHING STATEMENT BRACELETS WITH A VARIETY OF TEXTURES, TONES AND STONES. NO WRIST TAKING NEEDED!

Fallon B 18K yellow and white gold rhodium plated diamond coil bracelet, $4,620. Fallon B 18K white gold rhodium plated diamond cuff bracelet with diamond flower ends, $3,900. Fallon B 18K white gold rhodium plated diamond wrap bangle bracelet, $3,850.

Bachendorf’s 18K white and yellow gold floral cuff bracelet with round diamonds, $15,500. Carrera y Carrera 18K yellow gold Ronda Horse cuff bracelet, $9,200. Roberto Coin 18K white and yellow gold bangle with diamonds, $13,000. David Yurman sterling silver and 18K yellow gold Helena cuff bracelet with diamonds, $3,750.

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Fallon B bangle bracelet row with two square diamond stations, $4.365. Fallon B 18K white gold square diamond pavĂŠ bar bangle bracelet, $2,860. Fallon B 18K yellow gold cuff bracelet with diamond ends, $5,000. Fallon B 18K white gold cuff bracelet with diamond ends, $5,000.

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Known for his unflinching and unapologetic photographs of celebrities, Ron Galella has been called “the godfather of American paparazzi.” Before TMZ and Radar Online, Galella offered a look behind the curtain, giving glimpses into the lives of some of the world’s most famous individuals.

Now his recent memoir, Shooting Stars—The Untold Stories, combines a selection of Galella’s most memorable images with tales of his more than five-decade career, which took him from pre-World War II Bronx to red carpets across the planet.

“Celebrities were quick to understand that paparazzi could make icons of them,” he’s been quoted as saying. On his quest to get the perfect shots, he had a few run-ins with well-known figures—he was famously sued by Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis and suffered a broken jaw at the hands of Marlon Brando. Say what you will about his methods, his work speaks for itself. It has appeared in hundreds of magazines and newspapers around the world, and his prints also have been exhibited at places like the Tate Modern in London and The Museum of Modern Art in New York.

Opposite: Elizabeth Taylor and Marie-Hélène and Guy de Rothschild in 1968 at the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe thoroughbred horse race in Paris.

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THE SINGULAR OF PAPARAZZI IS PAPARAZZO. NOW WE CAN READ THE STORY OF THE MOST SINGULAR ONE OF ALL: RON GALELLA.

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This page: Al Pacino and Robert De Niro in 1980 in New York City. Opposite, clockwise from top left: Madonna and Sean Penn in 1986 in New York; a young Candice Bergen on a film set in 1968; Christopher Guest, Alec Baldwin and Jamie Lee Curtis at the 1990 Spirit of Liberty Awards Dinner in New York City; Roman Polanski and Sharon Tate on the set of Rosemary’s Baby in 1967.

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Actress Jennifer Aniston is rarely seen without her 36mm Rolex President Day-Date in 18K yellow gold, shown here stacked with a multitude of gold bangles. “It’s not a small dial, but what a beauty,” she has said of the classic piece.

WATCHES WORTH WATCHING One thing hasn’t changed over the years: Actress Jennifer Aniston has always preferred the 36mm case size for her everyday watch. Here are a few of this talented performer’s favorites:

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The Rolex Datejust, with its seemingly endless combinations of dials, bezels and hour markers. Early in her career, a stainless-steel, white-dial Rolex Datejust was her go-to watch.

EMMY-WINNING ACTRESS JENNIFER ANISTON IS TOO SPIRITED AND DISTINCTIVE TO BE DEFINED

BY ONE ROLE—OR ONE TIMEPIECE. By Haley Longman Her customized black Rolex Milgauss, which the star has worn on many occasions, from hanging around LA to press appearances.

The coveted 34mm Rolex Lady Datejust with an oyster bracelet (even though Aniston typically prefers men’s watches).

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boyfriend and fellow watch collector John Mayer.

But this is a girl who spoils herself too. Aniston’s first-ever watch purchase after hitting it big was a vintage Rolex that cost a good part of her savings. As the gigs kept role-ing in and the checks kept coming, she eventually and comfortably added to her Rolex vault with a stainless-steel Datejust with a salmon dial and Jubilee bracelet, a 40mm customized blacked-out PVD Rolex Milgauss with a green sapphire crystal and a white 34mm Lady Datejust.

“No matter what event I’m attending,” she has said, “no matter what I’m wearing, these are watches that never go out of style.”

Aniston, who was named one of People magazine’s 2019 People of the Year, doesn’t branddiscriminate, though. The longtime face of Smartwater and Aveeno owns a Cartier Roadster and wore a Cartier Tank Solo in her 2006 film The Breakup— besides, of course, happily donning not one but two limited-edition Chopard watches her longtime stylists Nina and Clare Hallworth secured for her for The Morning Show.

“Her watches are primarily worn for function— large-scaled, bright, easily readable,” the Hallworths told The Hollywood Reporter, describing busy businesswoman Alex.

The same can be said for real-life Jen. She doesn’t let her enviable collection sit away in a vault somewhere but uses luxury timepieces for their primary purpose. “I’m all for dainty watches but you still have to be able to tell the time,” she says. “I mean, that’s the whole point of wearing a watch, right?”

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In one of the first scenes of Apple TV’s new series The Morning Show, Jennifer Aniston’s character, Alex Levy, walks into work to discover she’s been left out of the loop about her co-host’s sexual misconduct scandal, and she is mad. She knows she’s about to hear some big news and her role at the TV station is about to change. It’s then we get a glimpse of her watch, a 43mm Regulator from Chopard’s L.U.C collection. Instantly, audiences are made aware this boss woman is powerful, she means business—and man, does she know how to accessorize!

Doubtless the A-lister herself had something to do with her on-screen persona’s stellar accoutrements. The Emmy-winning actress is known best, of course, for her role as Rachel Green on Friends and for inspiring that haircut we all coveted in the ’90s.

But her real-life watch collection is something to envy just as much as her silky strands, her to-die-for triceps and her decades spent making big-budget films and TV shows.

“I like something discreet, in precious metal and well-designed, but definitely not too girly,” the 51-year-old told FHH Journal last year about her timepiece preferences. “I don’t want a watch that could double as a disco ball. You know, the kind that could light up the room!”

As for being the talk of a room? Well, maybe. The actress’s delicate left wrist is most often seen in her Rolex President Day-Date, with its oversized 36mm, champagne dial and smooth dome bezel. This timepiece is rumored to have been a gift from her ex-

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NO GIFT COULD POSSIBLY INTENSIFY A WOMAN’S LOVE FOR HER FAMILY. AH, BUT A CARTIER IS SUCH A CLASSY WAY TO TRY.

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You’ve been doing everything for everyone during quarantine, so why not reward yourself? You know your style, of course, but take a look at the watches below to see if perhaps you feel like branching out.

For the woman who likes her man to match…

His and hers Santos-Dumont watches are the perfect gift if your recipient is the better half of a stylish power couple. It’s a representation of Cartier heritage design, and the steel case frames a satin-brushed silver dial with classic Roman numerals. Blue steel hands coordinate with the navy alligator strap, which offers both comfort and style. (Bonus: Now you’ve already got a gift lined up for Dad for Father’s Day.)

For the chic woman…

If the lady in your life rarely leaves the house without lipstick and never met a pair of heels she didn’t love, consider giving her the Panthère de Cartier cuff in yellow gold. Nothing could be a more appreciated addition to a fashionista’s accessory collection. This design was created in the 1980s but holds up to evolving trends. Both a piece of jewelry and a highquality timepiece, it has a quartz movement and is water-resistant to 30 meters.

For the classic woman…

She’s the Grace Kelly of the group, often seen in a sweater set with a string of pearls around her neck. For her, Cartier’s Tank Française is a time-honored design.

This version is updated with a chain-link bracelet. The curved case, boldly set at the center of the bracelet to mimic its lines seamlessly, introduces a new Tank family that subscribes to the same modern design aesthetic.

The rose gold is reassuringly current.

For the artistic woman…

Growing up, she was always encouraging you to be yourself and fostered creativity in your home. Her style is eclectic and her taste can veer left of center. The Ballon Blanc de Cartier watch in 18K rose gold with off-center diamond with leather straps in a croc texture is the perfect blend of quirkiness and luxury that your freespirited woman will want to wear day in and day out.

The Ballon Blanc de Cartier is available in both 26mm and 30mm.

For the woman who loves vintage…

If your gal has an appreciation for novelty that has stood time’s test, this timepiece is a find. The elegant 1912 design of this Baignoire Allongée is one of the reasons Louis Cartier was dubbed “the king of shapes” for his pioneering ways with oval watch forms when round versions were the norm. Clad with a slim alligator band, it gives a nod to the past, yet is daring enough to be arresting today.

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ON THE GREATEST WRISTS IN THE GAME, IT SEEMS, THERE’S ALWAYS A ROLE FOR ROLEX. By Christen Fisher Rolex has been the beating heart of golf for more than 50 years. Its involvement dates back to 1967 with Arnold Palmer, and it evolved into a branddefining partnership with the Big Three when Palmer invited Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player to a Rolex-hosted event during the World Cup in Japan that year. There, Rolex gave each member of the trio a watch of his choosing.

At Player’s recommendation, Nicklaus selected a Day-Date reference 1803 in yellow gold and went on to wear it nearly every day through more than 40 years of marriage, five children, 22 grandchildren and 12 of his 18 Majors wins. He wore it hunting, diving and deep-sea fishing. In fact, Nicklaus held the record for catching the largest black marlin in 1978. After a Hemingway-esque six-hour-and-20-minute battle—all while wearing his Rolex Day-Date—he reeled in the 1,358-pound monster. A few days later, still sore and exhausted from his efforts on the water, Nicklaus would remove the watch to play in the Australian Open and then slip it back on as he walked off the last hole in victory once again, a living embodiment of the perpetual excellence that is Rolex.

Together, the Big Three won an astounding 34 Majors. With thrilling play and sheer charisma, they brought their love of golf to millions and helped make the game what it is today. Permeating all levels of the sport, the brand has provided sup-

port for elite players, the main professional tours and governing bodies and the finest events on the golfing calendar.

Recently, the Swiss watchmaker continued its perpetual pursuit of excellence and superior performance by announcing The New Guard, a constellation of elite golfers who are following in the hallowed footsteps of the Big Three. These men perform with integrity, skill and ambition.

They enjoy success at the Majors and other elite tournaments worldwide but remain respectful of the game’s time-honored traditions and sporting values. Among them are Bryson DeChambeau, Jon Rahm, Brooks Koepka, Hideki Matsuyama, Rickie Fowler, Jordan Spieth and Justin Thomas.

Hailing from all over the world and influenced by different cultures, traditions and experiences, these men express their individual styles both on and off the course. Yet just as they are all champions, they all wear Rolex.

DeChambeau wears a 42mm Sky-Dweller in Oystersteel and white gold with a blue dial along with Rahm, though his has a black dial. Koepka, owner of several Rolex watches, wore his own Sky-Dweller in Oystersteel and Everose gold to the 2018 PGA Championship. With its dual-time zone capabilities, the Sky-Dweller is the perfect choice, allowing these athletes to keep track of the time at a glance as they circle the globe to compete.

Matsuyama wears a Submariner Date in Oystersteel and yellow gold. Fellow pro Jason Day is also the proud owner of a Submariner, in this case with a green bezel and dial, known by Rolex devotees as the “Hulk.” He wore it to the 2019 Masters, presumably in a nod to the tournament’s famous green jacket and not the Marvel Comics hero.

Fowler’s 40mm Cosmograph Oystersteel Daytona made an appearance at the Waste Management Phoenix Open in 2019. Introduced in 1963, this watch was originally designed to meet the demands of professional race car drivers, but it seems to serve this golf champion just as well.

Spieth wore his 42mm Explorer II in Oystersteel with a white dial at all three of his Majors wins, including the Masters and the U.S. Open in 2015, and the British Open in 2017.

Thomas celebrated his win at the 2019 BMW Championship by wearing his Oyster Perpetual Sea-Dweller. While the Sea-Dweller is rated to a depth of 4,000 feet, Thomas only needed to go 25 under par for the win.

These golfers are the stars of today. Like the Big Three before them, members of this New Guard are asserting their authority on the sport and, in doing so, inspiring future generations of athletes with Rolex not only on their wrists but also standing behind them as they strive for perpetual excellence.

Golfers clockwise from top left: Hideki Matsuyama hitting out of the sand and teeing off; Jon Rahm; Rickie Fowler; Brooks Koepka; Bryson DeChambeau.

Watches from left: Rolex Sky-Dweller in Everose similar to what’s on the wrist of Brooks Koepka; Rolex Oyster Perpetual Sky-Dweller with blue dial similar to the piece worn by Bryson DeChambeau; and a Rolex Daytona similar to the style favored by Rickie Fowler.

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Introducing TAG Heuer’s In-House Chronograph Movement: THE CALIBRE HEUER 02 The performance-driven Heuer 02 movement, a completely in-house development, is a clear demonstration of TAG Heuer’s commitment to avant-garde watchmaking.

TAG HEUER HAS BEGUN EQUIPPING its avant-garde watches with its Heuer 02 chronograph movement. Initially launched in 2017, this calibre is an evolution of its predecessor, the Heuer 01, which debuted in 2009. When designing and developing the Heuer 02, the aim was to create a thinner movement with an increased power reserve that exhibited the same timekeeping precision as the Heuer 01. The result is a sophisticated in-house innovation that is entirely Swiss-made in TAG Heuer’s Chevenez manufacture. It comprises 168 components, including a column wheel and a vertical clutch—signatures of improved chronograph timekeeping and high-quality manufacture movements.

In addition to the function of the mechanical movement being enhanced, there were also updates to the design. The Heuer 02 movement features a tri-compax design, most notably found on the original TAG Heuer Carrera from the 1960s. The distance between the counters is greater than that of the Heuer 01, allowing for a more prominent display and larger subdials, which improve legibility. Though it is not a modular chronograph movement, it has been designed in a way that allows extensions to be added to the movement’s functionality.

True to its defining spirit of avant-garde horlogerie, TAG Heuer continues to push the watchmaking industry to new heights by introducing innovations such as the Heuer 02 movement—and, at the same time, offers watch aficionados outstanding quality and design they can enjoy for years to come.

TAG Heuer’s Calibre Heuer 02 manufacture movement offers five key benefits: • A power reserve of 80 hours, an increase of 30 hours compared to the Calibre Heuer 01.

• A thinner movement, which allows for a thinner case design and improved comfort for the wearer. The thickness is 6.95 mm, compared to the Heuer 01’s 7.30 mm.

• The vertical clutch improves the precision of the start-and-stop functions as well as the running of the chronograph second hand, meaning that there is no loss of time when using the chronograph function.

• There is a column wheel, which provides more accurate and precise functionality, noticeable through the smooth impulse when manipulating the pushers.

• Precision and greater stability with a frequency of 4 Hz (28,800 vibrations per hour).

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FIVE CELEBRITY CHEFS TRACK THE MINUTES AND SECONDS WITH TIMEPIECES OF TRUE DISTINCTION. By Darcey Gohring

An exquisitely crafted watch, like a delicious meal, calls for a precise combination of elements to combine beauty with function. Maybe that’s why so many of the world’s greatest chefs apply their exacting standards of taste not just to the ingredients they choose to cook with, but also to the timepieces they wear. Here, meet five culinary masters who always know what time it is—and check out a recipe from one of them that is timed to perfection.

EMERIL LAGASSE’S CARAMELIZED SALMON DEVILED EGGS

Yield: 12 servings INGREDIENTS: n 1 (6 oz.) salmon fillet n salt n freshly ground pepper n ½ cup sugar n 1 dozen hard-boiled eggs, halved n ½ cup mayonnaise n 1 Tbs. minced shallots n ½ fresh lemon, juiced n 2 oz. Sevruga caviar or American bowfin caviar DIRECTIONS: Season the salmon with salt and pepper. Dredge the salmon in the sugar, coating well. Heat a small sauté pan over medium heat. When the pan is hot, add the salmon and sear for two to three minutes on each side, until the salmon is caramelized on both sides. Remove from the pan and cool completely. Flake the salmon into small pieces. Place the egg yolks in a mixing bowl and the whites on a serving plate. Season the whites with salt. With a fork, mash the egg yolks.

Add the salmon, mayonnaise, shallots and lemon juice. Mix well. Season with salt and pepper. Fill the egg whites with the salmon mixture. Cover with plastic wrap and chill completely, at least two hours. Remove from the refrigerator and garnish the eggs with the caviar. Serve immediately.

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As one of The Food Network’s pioneer chefs, Lagasse singlehandedly coined the phases “Kick it up a notch!” and “Bam!” He has been a kitchen staple for decades with his New Orleans-influenced cuisine. He has had popular shows over the years on The Food Network, Bravo and TNT and has made frequent appearances on Good Morning America. Lagasse has also written nearly 20 cookbooks, is a James Beard award winner and the owner of several popular restaurants in New Orleans, Las Vegas and other large cities.

Along with his crisp white chef ’s uniform, Lagasse is seldom seen without one of his Rolex watches. A fan of the brand, he has amassed an impressive collection. One of his most-worn pieces is a Yacht-Master, which he wears on the covers of some of his cookbooks.

Watches he loves: Rolex platinum and steel Yacht-Master, two-tone Datejust with a Jubilee bracelet and GMT-Master “Pepsi” with the classic red and blue bezel

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Appearing on shows like Fox’s Hell’s Kitchen and Kitchen Nightmares, Ramsay often gets noticed for his fiery temper and foulmouthed ranting. In truth, this chef is truly a master in the kitchen. His restaurants have been awarded a whopping 16 Michelin stars. He has also written more than 20 books.

Ramsay has an impressive collection with both new and vintage pieces. For a time, the chef had the watch community guessing about a yellow-dial Breitling Chronograph that nobody could seem to positively identify. Ramsay finally posted a close-up on his Instagram page back in 2014, and the watch was determined to be a Breitling Cockpit Chronogrph with a citrus dial. He’s also often spotted with a Rolex on his wrist.

Watches he loves: Breitling Chrono Avenger M1, Omega Seamaster, Rolex Submariner ref 1680, Rolex Submariner ref 14060, Rolex Submariner ref 116619

Chef Brown is known for his humor and his ability to translate even daunting recipes into terms any layperson can understand. The winner of two James Beard Awards, he has been appearing on The Food Network for nearly 20 years. He has also served as a culinary commentator and host on such shows as Good Eats, Iron Chef America and Cutthroat Kitchen; written eight books on food and cooking; and toured with his live show, Eat Your Science. And to top it off, after a seven-year hiatus, Brown’s hit show was just revived with the title Good Eats: The Return.

Over the years, fans of his programs may notice that his watches change almost as often as his menus. A self-identified timepiece addict, Brown admits he’s been a watch geek his entire life. “It’s like crack,” he says. “It’s bad. I have a problem and cannot stay away. I have to very much limit myself.” And a quick scroll through his Instagram account confirms this: among images of food and his beloved dog, there are snaps of several watches he’s added to his collection. Brown particularly appreciates vintage pieces, but he’s no hoarder. Instead, he trades, usually keeping about a dozen at any given time.

One piece that he will never trade is his father’s Omega Seamaster. As he explains it, the watch meant a lot to him because his father died wearing it when Brown was a child, and he was heartbroken when it was stolen when he was in college. Remarkably, just a few years ago and after 20 years, he located his father’s exact watch—confirmed by matching movement numbers—on eBay, being offered by a company that sold scrap watches. “Quite an odyssey for that watch, and I will never ever, ever, ever, ever part with it,” he says.

Watches he loves: Omega’s Blackout Ceramic Edition of the Speedmaster, Rolex GMT-Master Reference 6542, Rolex Submariner Reference 1680 “Red Sub,” Rolex Submariner Reference 6205, Nivada Grenchen Depthmaster, Tudor Submariner Reference 7021 “Snowflake” and Omega Seamaster Chronostop owned by his father

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GUY FIERI

Renowned for his trademark platinum blond hair and his quick-witted personality, this chef premiered his first show, Guy’s Big Bite, on The Food Network back in 2006.

He currently hosts several of the channel’s biggest series, including Diners, Drive-ins and Dives, on which he samples food from restaurants across the country. In addition, Fieri has created a culinary empire with restaurants, cookbooks and a line of salsas and barbecue sauces.

It’s no surprise that a man who likes bold fashion choices would make watch selections that are anything but boring. Fieri is often seen with a large 44mm-sized case, bright blue ceramic bezel and full yellow-gold Rolex.

Watch he loves: Rolex gold Yacht-Master II

Having graduated from the prestigious culinary program at Johnson & Wales University, this Southern-born chef originally made his mark at the helm of several New York restaurants. As buzz about the young chef grew, The Food Network took notice. Today, Florence has been a fixture on the channel for more than 14 years. Now living in California, he helped develop three restaurants in the San Francisco area, including Wayfare Tavern, and has written several cookbooks. In 2017 he directed a documentary called Uncrushable about the devastating effects of the California wildfires on the Napa and Sonoma wine regions; the film debuted at the New York City Wine & Food Festival. “The entire story just started to unfold in front of us,” Florence told Wine Spectator in 2018. “I think it’s my best work.”

His appreciation for watches began at age 15, when Florence bought his first one. It was a Timex with “a gold-colored face and a fake alligator strap,” he says. Now the chef has a collection of 16 timepieces, including a Panerai Luminor he bought in 1997 to celebrate signing his first network contract. Florence sees watches the same way he sees chef ’s knives: “I think things that are more difficult to make are to be cherished for their humanity and craftsmanship.”

Watches he loves: Rolex Deepsea SeaDweller, IWC Big Pilot, Panerai Luminor and Panerai Radiomir

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WHETHER YOU’RE SETTING SAIL FOR THE HIGH SEAS OR CRUISING AROUND TOWN, THESE WATCHES WILL GET YOU TO YOUR DESTINATION ON TIME AND IN STYLE. WHAT’S KNOT TO LOVE ABOUT THESE SPORTY TIMEPIECES?

From left: Cartier Santos de Cartier in steel and 18K yellow gold duotone; Rolex Submariner Oyster Perpetual Date in yellow gold; OMEGA Seamaster Diver 300M Co‑Axial Master Chronometer 42mm in steel; Breitling Superocean Automatic 46 Black Steel with stainless steel case and lug strap; Tudor Black Bay S&G 36mm steel case with steel and yellow gold bracelet.

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Dumbarnie:

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A golf trip to Scotland can feel like time travel. Generally, it isn’t about seeing the latest and greatest; the purpose of your journey, most often, is to turn the clock back, passing through a portal into golf ’s rich past.

Scotland, after all, is the cradle of the game, the hallowed ground where resourceful shepherds started swatting balls with sticks more than 500 years ago. A number of the holes they played can still be played today.

For a sense of perspective, consider this: In the town of St. Andrews, home of the fabled Old Course, which welcomed its first golfers in 1552 (the year Mary, Queen of Scots, turned 10), there is also a links known as the New Course. It has been there since 1895.

Because truly new courses are rare in Scotland, it’s a big deal when one arises, especially a new course with built-in pedigree.

That brings us to this bulletin: Dumbarnie Links, a fresh-faced layout, a 30-minute drive down the coast from St. Andrews, opened for play on May 29.

Though it’s just now coming into being, Dumbarnie Links is thick with history. The architect behind it is Clive Clark, a 74-yearold Englishman and former professional golfer who represented Great Britain and Ireland in the 1973 Ryder Cup. The terrain his layout sits on is storied too. The property is part of the Balcarres Estate, the ancestral home of the Earl of Crawford, who built a mansion on it in the 16th century.

“There was an air of uncertainty when my family was first approached about building a golf course on our land,” says Lord Anthony Balniel, heir to the estate. “Fast-forward several years and we simply could not be more pleased. What Clive Clark and his team have done is nothing short of outstanding. I have been struck not only by the beauty of what has been created but also by the

focus on the wildlife, plants and birds.”

It’s no secret that aristocrats get access to great land.

Dumbarnie Links is no exception. Its fairways stretch across 345 rollicking acres, snuggled up along a mile-and-a-half of coastline, overlooking the Firth of Forth. Several greens and tee boxes sit hard along the shore, and 14 holes have water views. A graceful clubhouse, perched atop a bluff, expands the panorama, taking in the city of Edinburgh along with two renowned links, Muirfield and North Berwick, just across the sea.

Like those big-name courses, Dumbarnie is designed to play firm and fast, with holes that buck and roll over a sandy dunescape. Its par-4 opener, which tumbles downhill from the clubhouse toward the firth, gives way to an inventive routing that tests every aspect of your game.

Architecture buffs are bound to notice nods to iconic design features including the punchbowl green on the par-5 second hole and the pintsized par-3 eighth hole, which mirrors elements of the famous Postage Stamp par-3 at Royal Troon. The design also incorporates three drivable par-4s, presenting golfers with a tantalizing choice: Do they go for the green, tempting a grim outcome for a shot at glory? Decisions, decisions.

Golf is a game of risk and reward.

Like Scotland’s other best golf courses, Dumbarnie is meant to accommodate all comers. Its total distance ranges from 5,300 to 6,900 yards, depending on which tees you play, though there’s also a set of professional tees that measure more than 7,600 yards. They’ll be put into play if Dumbarnie ever stages a high-level event.

Mostly, though, the market Dumbarnie is after is everyday golfers—avid players, purists and club-wielding pilgrims who are keen to trace the game to its ancient roots.

That means playing courses that are very old—and, on rare occasions, brand-new courses that look as if they’ve been there since the dawn of time.

Opposite page: Scotland’s Dumbarnie Links offers golfers play where holes are surrounded by panoramic views; Sample local fare at the picturesque village.

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THIS SPRING, THE WORLD’S NEWEST COURSE OPENS OVER A WINDY ESTUARY IN THE GAME’S ANCIENT HOMELAND. By Josh Sens

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By Everett Potter

Kyoto has long been known as the City of 10,000 Shrines. And while that census may not be literal, there’s no disputing the role of this longtime capital— population just under a million and a half—as the glittering jewel of Japan.

I have indelible memories of my first visit to Kyoto more than three decades ago.

I can still hear the clip-clop of getas, the wooden shoes worn by geisha, who were startling in their full makeup and regalia, on the stone streets and alleyways of Gion, the entertainment district. There were still areas of centuries-old wooden machiya houses, courtesy of Harry Truman’s secretary of war, Henry L. Stimson, who had visited the storied city before World War II and insisted it be taken off the target list for the atomic bomb at war’s end.

It was winter, that first time, yet the exquisite koi ponds were painstakingly kept icefree so that the brilliantly colored fish, still largely unknown in the U.S. at that time, could thrive. I could go on, from my first taste of fugu, the poisonous blowfish served by a sushi chef licensed to offer it, to my first ramen at one of the stalls at the Kyoto train station, which still offers superior versions. I recall the deep comforts of a steaming onsen bath, the minimalist delight of sleeping on a real futon and cupping hot green tea at breakfast.

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THE CAPITAL OF JAPAN FOR A THOUSAND YEARS, IT’S STILL THE COUNTRY’S CULTURAL SHOWPLACE— AND AN ASTONISHING DELIGHT FOR THE VISITOR.

This page: This bamboo forest in Arashiyama is something out of a shutterbug traveler’s dream. Opposite page: No trip to Kyoto is complete without partaking in a traditional tea ceremony.

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Everything about Kyoto was steeped in tradition, and it was strange and wonderful.

The good news is that on repeat visits the same magic and ceremony awaited me.

You’re bound to be surrounded by history in a place that was an imperial capital for a thousand years, as Kyoto was. It’s a city of geisha and ryokans (traditional Japanese inns), temples and Zen gardens. Get started in Gion; dusk is the best time to spot geisha—as well as maiko, young women training to be geisha—on the streets in their traditional costumes. When you wander through Gion’s Maruyama Park, home to the Yasaka Shrine and a number of ponds and weeping cherry trees, it feels like you’ve entered a scroll painting, the very essence of Japan.

As the city’s nickname implies, temples are what many people envision when they think of Kyoto. In truth, there are a couple thousand of them, ranging from Shinto shrines to Buddhist pagodas. I would suggest starting at Renge-in (Sanjúsangenó) temple, dating to the 12th and 13th centuries, which houses an enormous statue of Kannon, the Buddhist goddess of mercy. Surrounding her are 1,000 human-size golden statues, and it makes for one of the most astounding sights in all of Asia. Beyond the temples are parks and so-called Zen gardens. The most famous of these is Ryóan-ji, a rock garden consisting of raked pebbles and 15 rocks irregularly scattered on patches of green moss. Go early in the morning, before the crowds arrive, if you desire a bit of Zen. My favorite walk in Kyoto outside of the dense downtown is to the top of Mount Inari, spending a couple of hours on paths that are arched by thousands of red torii, the gates that herald the entrance to a Shinto shrine.

What to eat? The range is vast, from yakitori restaurants where you sit at the bar and point to skewered meats, fish and vegetables to sushi bars of every stripe. Do plan a lunch at Honke Owariya, which opened in 1465 and lays claim to being the oldest noodle shop in the city, with both traditional tatami-mat and Western seating.

For my money, the best place to visually sample and taste the city’s range of culinary delights is at the Nishiki Market, a covered, five-block-long market that is nicknamed “Kyoto’s kitchen.” It’s jammed with vendors and tiny counter restaurants with a couple of stools; there are foods to eat here and foods to take away, and it’s a good place to procure those Japanese kitchen knives that you’ve long been coveting.

Kaiseki, which is now a fixture of high-end Japanese restaurants in the U.S., originated in Kyoto. It is a multicourse meal that is by definition lengthy and pricey, often

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This page: the five-story Buddhist Yasaka Pagoda is considered one of the most recognizable landmarks in the Higashiyama District. Opposite, from top: tourists take a boat ride along the Okawa River during cherry blossom season; the suites at the new luxury Aman Hotel are minimalistic so as not to distract from the stunning garden scenery outside; many restaurants and hotels in Kyoto are deep inside lush forests.

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focusing on exquisite presentations. One of the best places in the city for kaiseki is Kikunoi, with three Michelin stars, where your dinner might well be served on 18th-century dishes. The Kikunoi Special course, using the most rarefied ingredients, currently runs about $640 per person, before drinks. It’s worth noting that as special as Kikunoi is, there are more than 100 Michelin-starred restaurants in Kyoto that have at least one Michelin star.

Along with the many things that I recommend to visitors when they come to Kyoto—temples, gardens and restaurants—I report that it’s essential to sort out where you’re going to stay, as that can greatly contribute to the depth of your experience of the city. I would eschew Western-style lodging and stay in a classic ryokan, a small, traditional Japanese inn with tatami-matted rooms. There’s usually an onsen, or communal bath, separated by gender that offers an exceedingly hot soak. You’ll be issued a yukata, a traditional Japanese dressing gown, and slippers for moving about the ryokan, and meals typically are eaten at low tables.

The best ryokans are luxury experiences, with elaborate kaiseki-style multicourse meals on offer. Hokkaikan Ohanabo is a good choice, across from the Higashi Honganji Temple, with just 12 guest rooms. Sowaka is a luxury option, in the heart of the Gion District, a 23-guest room ryokan with a branch of La Bombance, the legendary Tokyo fusion restaurant.

It’s probably not surprising that the newest luxury entrant to Kyoto hotels is Aman, which has long offered minimalist quasi-Japanese accommodations and would seem to fit right into the gestalt of Kyoto. Aman Kyoto is, of course, above and beyond the typical ryokan. For starters it’s located on the lush landscaped grounds of what was a 400-yearold artistic community at the foot of Mount Hidari Daimonji. If you’ve read about shinrin-yoku or “forest bathing,” this is the place to do it. The 26 guest rooms are a hybrid of traditional Japanese style and Western style, the Taka-An restaurant serves omakase set meals and a traditional onsen makes sure that deep soaking in a hinoki wood tub is part of the experience. Or consider Art Mon Zen Kyoto, a precious 15-room inn designed by art dealer Nakanishi Shohoken. Located in the antiques neighborhood of the Gion District, the hotel offers a classic tea ceremony and original works of art throughout, and takes cuisine to a different place with Italian food at Ristorante Galleria.

Choose your lodging with care, because at day’s end, you will appreciate a classic onsen soak, a glass of sake and a quiet place to relax and reflect on the intense cultural experience that is Kyoto.

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#NeverForget THE OPENING OF THE DALLAS HOLOCAUST AND HUMAN RIGHTS MUSEUM BRINGS HOLOCAUST EDUCATION TO A NEW GENERATION OF TEXANS.

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Back in September of 2019, the city of Dallas opened the doors to a new attraction—the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum. This museum has a lot of meaning to us at Bachendorf ’s as our founder, Harry Boch, was a Holocaust survivor. In fact, a belt he wore while at Dachau concentration camp is on display here. But despite its current closing as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, we are excited about this new institution coming to our city to help spread awareness about the Holocaust, and to hopefully obliterate hatred and prejudice.

The DHHRM is located in Dallas’ West End Historical District and features 55,000 square feet of exhibits sprawled across three floors. Each exhibition is contained in one of the four permanent wings: Orientation Wing; Holocaust/Shoah Wing, which takes visitors through Europe from 1933-1945; Human Rights Wing, which shows how the world progressed after the Holocaust; and the interactive Pivot to America Wing, portraying how marginalized groups live up the ideals of our nation.

And this institution is bringing Holocaust education to the 21st century. The museum boasts two theaters, including the state-of-the-art, 250-seat Cinemark Theater and the technologically-advanced Dimensions in Testimony Theater, which enables visitors to have one-on-one “conversations” with pre-recorded and digitized video images of Holocaust survivors.

The goal of the museum overall is to educate the Dallas community (and our tourists) on the history of the Holocaust through interactive, poignant exhibits, and ensure such a tragedy never happens again. For more information on DHHRM, visit them online at dhhrm.org or call at 214.741.7500.

Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum 300 N. Houston Dallas, TX 75202

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BACHENDORF’S BRIDE:

sarah & joe tie the knot

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THESE FORMER CO-WORKERS-TURNED-HUSBAND-AND-WIFE CELEBRATED THEIR LEAP DAY WEDDING IN MIAMI. How did you meet and how long have you been together?

Sarah: We met at Deloitte, where we were both working on the same project. We were working in the same small office for about a year but never spoke to each other! It wasn’t until Joe’s secondto-last-day on the project when we were both at a party and needless to say, he did everything possible to get my attention that night and it definitely worked. That was almost four years ago and we have been inseparable ever since!

How and where did you propose?

Joe: I proposed at Mount Bonnell, a scenic overlook in Austin that looks over Town Lake. The spot had sentimental value for us because about three months into us dating, that’s where I took Sarah to formally ask her to be my girlfriend. You could say I decided to close that loop where I started it.

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Tell us more about the proposal!

Joe: I was extremely nervous. I had a speech prepared and the second I dropped down to one knee I completely forgot what I wanted to say. I ended up successfully accomplishing the objective and mustering “Will you marry me?” to which she thankfully said yes. I was also extremely worried that if she took a step backward in shock when she turned around to see me on my knee that she might fall off the cliff we were on. I’m very happy that didn’t happen!

Sarah: I was SHOCKED! I knew I was going to marry Joe one day but had no idea when it was coming. I will never forget the proposal. Joe did such an amazing job at making it so

unbelievably special. It was the second favorite day of my life so far, right behind the wedding day!

Do you have any funny stories from your engagement?

Sarah: When Joe and I first got engaged, he once asked me (in all seriousness) when he got his engagement ring. I had to let him down gently that traditionally, the groom doesn’t get his ring until the wedding day.

When was the wedding?

Feb. 29, 2020. Leap Day! It took place in Miami, FL, and was absolutely perfect. The weather could not have been better, and it was spent with our most favorite people. It was pure perfection and the best day of our lives.

Did you have any special personal touches during the festivities?

We have the cutest 8-year-old Boston Terrier, Bosco.

Unfortunately, Bosco was unable to attend the wedding due to it being out of state. To make sure we still included our fur baby in the wedding, we snuck Boscothemed items into different parts of the wedding such as our cake, specialty drink and table assignments.

Joe, how did you choose the engagement ring you chose for Sarah?

Joe: I don’t know—call it intuition? I wasn’t 100 percent sure what I wanted going in, but the second I saw both the band and diamond at Bachendorf ’s I knew it was exactly what Sarah would love. The ring certainly has a special sparkle to it that I have yet to see on another ring.

On top of that, I trusted Bachendorf ’s—specifically Fallon and Lawrence—to help me find a diamond that was of the highest quality and that would last a lifetime.

How was it working with those two sales associates?

Joe: Working with Fallon and Lawrence was phenomenal. They made sure I understood every dimension of how a diamond is assessed, were extremely patient with me in answering all thousand questions I asked, showed me every diamond combination I wanted to see, and ultimately helped me find the perfect ring. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience.

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the shape of the future TRADITIONAL DIAMONDS ARE FINE, BUT THESE FOUR CELEBS SAID “YES” TO STONES IN UNUSUAL SHAPES. While round, sparkly diamonds never go out of style, four celebrity newlyweds and brides-to-be are indicating that fancy-shaped stones—which include any that aren’t round, brilliant-cut gems—are where engagement rings are headed in 2020.

If celebrity choices really influence people’s purchasing decisions, these four beauties may be trendsetters.

THE SHAPE: Much like a pillow (or, well, a cushion), CUSHION-CUT diamonds are square-shaped with curves around the edges. The style is growing in popularity for 2020 brides who want a cut that is soft and romantic, yet still pretty and traditional.

THE GIRL: Hilary Duff, who currently stars in Younger and is in production for Disney+’s Lizzie McGuire reboot, has a classic, covergirl style, so a cushioncut stone fits right in with her aesthetic. It also complemented the bespoke Jenny Packham she wore down the aisle in December 2019.

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THE RING: Singer/producer

Matthew Koma proposed in May 2019 to his longtime girlfriend (and mother of their 1-year-old daughter, Banks) with a cushioncut ring with a white gold or platinum split shank solitaire setting. The ring is estimated to be between three and four carats in weight.

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THE SHAPE: EMERALD-CUT stones have

an elongated rectangular shape and give off an elegant, sophisticated vibe. They’re typically in less demand than other stone styles, making emerald cuts generally more affordable—as well as a lot more distinctive.

THE GIRL: Hollywood darling Jennifer Lawrence certainly marches to her own drummer (remember when JLaw fell on stage while accepting her Academy Award and totally owned it?), so a run-of-the-mill diamond simply wouldn’t do. Plus, the elegant emerald-cut pairs well with the timeless Dior gowns Lawrence wears on the red carpet—she’s been the face of the luxury brand for years now—and the ring perfectly accessorized the designer’s 1920s-esque wedding dress, which she wore to her October 2019 nuptials.

THE RING: The actress’s husband, Cooke Maroney, is an art dealer, so it’s no wonder he proposed with such an eye-catching and one-ofa-kind stunner. Experts guess the ring is a four- to five-carat center stone in a white gold or platinum solitaire setting.

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Not convinced these celebs’ picks are the perfect fit for the bride-to-be in your life?

You can’t go wrong with a center stone in any of these stunning shapes:

THE SHAPE: PEAR-CUT rings are for women who

are bold and confident and like to be a little bit different.

Their “teardrop” shape—they’re technically supposed to be worn with the pointed part facing up toward the wearer’s nails—makes them symbolize tears of joy, so they’re well suited for the sentimental bride too. Pearcuts are also cost-effective, as they look larger than a round stone and cost less per carat.

THE GIRL: All three of Scarlett Johansson’s engagement rings have been interesting to look at (she was previously married to both Ryan Reynolds and her daughter’s father, Romain Dauriac), but she saved the best for last with her stunner from Saturday Night Live star Colin Jost. This on-screen superhero, who plays Black Widow in the Marvel movies, certainly needed a powerful, statement-making ring to match her and her characters’ kick-ass personalities.

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THE RING: This piece of jewelry is as stunning as it is unique; its focal point is an 11-carat pear champagne solitaire diamond set on a dark brown band made of ceramic. The ring is Art Decoinspired, and the diamond itself is a beautiful and rare find.

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SARAH HYLAND THE SHAPE: Flattering on the finger and known for showing off its carat weight because the elongated shape makes it look larger than it is, an OVAL-SHAPED diamond is one of the most popular engagement ring styles right now (if not the most popular). Trends aside, these stones are appreciated by brides because they’re gorgeous and easy to wear.

THE GIRL: Sarah Hyland, aka Haley Dunphy

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on Modern Family, knew exactly what she wanted in an engagement ring—in fact, she chose it and told fiancé Wells Adams of The Bachelorette fame what ring style she liked before he popped the question in July. The oval shape is as on-trend and youthful as the bride-to-be herself.

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THE RING: The five-carat solitaire oval-cut stone sits on a very thin band of pavé diamonds, which visually elongates the actress’s fingers and complements her petite frame.

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a capital affair

A GRAND WASHINGTON, D.C., WEDDING DRAWS INSPIRATION FROM THE FRENCH GARDEN OF IMPRESSIONIST PAINTER CLAUDE MONET.

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By Darcey Gohring Photography By Kate Headley Event Planning By Pineapple Productions

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This page: At Metropolitan Memorial United Methodist Church, guests were treated to a sneak peek of the wedding’s theme as the bride walked down the isle, which was lined with lanterns surrounded by a stunning assortment of greenery.

Opposite page: The bride’s bouquet featured blooms of white with emerald accents.

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When you get engaged in one of the world’s most idyllic settings, it’s easy to understand why you would want to bring some of that magic into your wedding day. Kyle Crosby and Caroline Kettler were visiting impressionist painter Claude Monet’s garden in Giverny, France, when he got down on one knee and asked her to be his wife.

It was a dream location for Caroline, a lover of art and history. And back home, as the wedding planning began, elements of the locale were woven into every aspect of the event.

For the venue, the couple selected Washington, D.C.’s trendy Union Market. Directly above the artisanal marketplace, the large space provided the capacity they needed for all their guests. Caroline saw it as a blank canvas; she adds, “Kyle is a mountain man, and I knew that the more we made it feel like the big outdoors, the more comfortable he’d be there.” Details such as local foliage, small-batch blooms and twinkling lights brought their vision to life, and with the help of event planner Pineapple Productions, the KC-CK nuptials became a work of art.

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Clockwise from left: The happy couple shared a kiss outside the bride’s hometown church in northwest Washington, D.C.; Bridesmaids wore elegant lace dresses in a subdued neutral palette, which perfectly complemented their bouquets; The bride added a pair of bedazzled pumps to her wedding day glam.

Clockwise from top: From the attire to the décor, no detail was overlooked. The bride’s Monique Lhuillier dress and her veil were both adorned with delicate floral accents; Amaryllis Floral and Event Design set up buckets of blooms to create a flower market experience; Cocktail hour featured signature artisan drinks that echoed the garden theme.

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This page, Maggie Austin Cakes created stunning desserts featuring the couple’s proposal spot, artist Claude Monet’s garden in France. Opposite page, archways, greenery and twinkling lights transformed the space into a warm, whimsical secret garden; The couple’s cake incorporates Monet’s signature Impressionist style and chic florals.

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ENTERTAINING

THIS PRETTY SPRINGTIME BREAKFAST WILL HAVE YOU HANKERIN’ FOR SOUTHERN COMFORT FOOD—AND READY TO HOST A “WOWWORTHY” PARTY AT WHICH TO EAT IT.

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Unlike a big holiday get-together, where expectations and family pestering tend to be at an all-time high, brunch is a time to relax. You can enjoy your food and your company at leisure without having to rush off somewhere, and the sociable nature of this late-morning meal encourages lighthearted conversation. But as with any sit-down feast, the food is of utmost importance.

That’s true, for example, at The Fearrington House Inn, a nearly century-old farm homestead in Pittsboro near Chapel Hill, N.C. These three recipes that were served at the pastoral venue during a Southern-style springtime brunch, as seen in Jessica Kerwin Jenkins’ book The Art of Entertaining (Rizzoli, $40), will put any ol’ breakfast bar to shame, with elegant twists on traditional Southern staples such as waffles, shrimp-and-grits and berry tartlets. Don’t be put off by the multitude of steps and ingredients—the end result, in terms of both taste and presentation, will be well worth the effort. As for A+ company to join you for such a feast? Well, for that you’re on your own.

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Corn Bread Waffles with Smoked Salmon, Potato Salad & Horseradish Crème Fraîche Yields: 8 servings

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FOR THE HORSERADISH CRÈME FRAÎCHE:

FOR THE HORSERADISH CRÈME FRAÎCHE:

n 3 cups sour cream n 2 cups heavy cream n 1 cup buttermilk n ¼ tsp. citric acid n kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper n 2 Tbs. prepared horseradish n champagne vinegar FOR THE CORN BREAD WAFFLES:

One-half of this recipe: n 9 oz. gluten-free flour n 9 oz. fine yellow cornmeal n 1½ tsp. kosher salt n 1½ tsp. sugar n 1 tsp. baking powder n 2½ cups buttermilk n 1 cup whole milk n 4 large eggs n 1 stick unsalted butter, melted, chopped fresh chives, parsley and Parmesan cheese

FOR THE POTATO SALAD:

n 4 large Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled n ¼ cup shallots, diced n 6 Tbs. olive oil n 2 Tbs. sherry vinegar n 2 Tbs. maple syrup n ¼ cup chopped fresh herbs n kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper FOR THE PICKLED MUSTARD SEEDS:

n ½ cup mustard seed n ½ cup dry white wine n ½ cup white wine vinegar n ½ cup sugar

n 1 lb. smoked salmon, sliced n celery, peeled into ribbons and submerged in ice-cold water

n 2 cups picked micro herbs, such

as celery leaves, chervil, tarragon, watercress or parsley

FOR THE CORN BREAD WAFFLES:

Preheat a waffle iron. Add ¾ cup of the corn bread batter to the waffle iron and cook until golden brown. Repeat to make 8 waffles. Don’t worry about having perfectly round waffles because they get quartered, and the uneven edges are good for the dish too.

FOR THE POTATO SALAD:

Bring a pan of salted water to a boil. (It should taste like the ocean.) Use a small melon baller to scoop out as many balls as possible from the potatoes. Add the balls to the water and cook until fork tender, 4–5 minutes.

Plunge into ice water to cool. Drain and pat dry with paper towels, add the potatoes and roll them around to remove all excess water.

In a large bowl, combine the potatoes with the shallots, olive oil, sherry vinegar, maple syrup and herbs. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.

FOR THE PICKLED MUSTARD SEEDS:

Place the mustard seeds in a pot of cold water and bring to a boil. Drain, then repeat two times, each time starting in cold water. Combine the white wine, white wine vinegar and sugar in a small pot and bring to a boil. Transfer to a pressure cooker and add the mustard seeds. Cover, bring to pressure and cook for 25 minutes. Let cool and place in a covered container.

TO PLATE:

Cut each waffle into four wedges and warm slightly. Shingle the waffle pieces and some smoked salmon pieces down one side of a serving plate.

Place a piece of salmon on the other side of the plate and top with a quenelle of horseradish crème fraîche. Spoon 2 piles of potato salad on either side and arrange celery ribbons and herbs on top. Add a few dots of sherry vinegar purée in the bare areas and then sprinkle the mustard seeds on top.

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TO PLATE:

Blend the sour cream, buttermilk and citric acid by hand and place in a sealed container. Leave overnight in a warm part of your kitchen. After 24 hours, spread the crème fraîche on a clean kitchen towel and let sit for 2 to 3 hours to help pull out any extra moisture. Transfer to a container, season with salt and pepper and add horseradish to taste and a dash of champagne vinegar. Refrigerate for up to 3 days.

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Shrimp and Grits Yields: 4 servings

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FOR THE PARMESAN SAUCE:

FOR THE PARMESAN SAUCE:

n 2 large onions, sliced n 4 garlic cloves, minced n 2–3 Tbs. vegetable oil n 3 cups dry white wine n 4 cups heavy cream n 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese n kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

n grated zest of 1 orange FOR THE GRITS:

n 1 cup vegetable stock n 1 cup whole milk n ½ large onion, finely diced n 1 garlic clove, minced n 2–3 Tbs. vegetable oil n 1 cup grits n kosher salt FOR THE SHRIMP:

n ½ cup finely diced red onion n 1 cup diced mixed red, yellow and green peppers

n 2–3 Tbs. vegetable oil n 8 slices bacon, cooked and n n n n

chopped 1 cup diced cooked andouille sausage ½ cup heavy cream 24 large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails removed ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

TO PLATE:

FOR THE GRITS:

Bring the stock and milk to a simmer in a saucepan over medium heat. Keep warm. In a large, heavy-bottomed pan (such as a Dutch oven), sweat the onion and garlic in the vegetable oil over medium heat until soft but not browned. Add 2/3 of the hot milk mixture, then whisk in the grits. Lower the heat slightly and cook until the grits are tender (time can vary widely, from 5 minutes for quick grits to 40 minutes for stone-ground). If the grits begin to get too thick while cooking, add some of the remaining milk mixture as necessary. Season with salt and keep warm.

FOR THE SHRIMP:

In a saucepan over medium heat, sweat the red onion and bell peppers in the vegetable oil until soft. Add the chopped bacon, andouille, cream and 3 cups of the Parmesan sauce. Add the shrimp, reduce the heat and cook just until the shrimp turn pink, about 3 minutes. Stir in the chopped parsley.

TO PLATE:

Divide the grits among 4 serving bowls. Spoon the shrimp and bacon cream sauce over the grits, making sure each bowl gets 6 shrimp. Top with the remaining 1 cup Parmesan sauce. Garnish with diced tomato, scallions and grated Parmesan. Serve immediately.

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n ½ cup finely diced tomato n 8 scallions, thinly sliced n ½ grated Parmesan cheese

In a saucepan over medium heat, sweat the onions and garlic in the vegetable oil until soft and translucent but not browned. Add the white wine, turn the heat to high and cook until reduced by half.

Add the cream and Parmesan and continue to cook until reduced to 4 cups. Purée the sauce in a blender or food processor, working in batches if necessary. Do not fill the blender or food processor more than halfway, and be sure the lid is firmly in place to prevent hot liquid from erupting. Pass the sauce through a fine sieve, adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper and stir in the orange zest. Keep warm until ready to serve or chill, then gently rewarm before serving.

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Raspberry Tartlets with Almond, Lemon Curd & Whipped Cream Yields: 8 servings

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FOR THE ALMOND DOUGH:

FOR THE ALMOND DOUGH:

n 6.3 oz. unsalted butter n 5 oz. confectioners’ sugar n 1¾ oz. almond flour n 1 large egg plus 1 large egg yolk, lightly beaten

n 3.2 oz. all-purpose flour n 9½ oz. cake flour FOR THE ALMOND CREAM:

n 8.8 oz. unsalted butter n 8.8 oz. sugar n 0.9 oz. all-purpose flour n 3 large eggs n 8.8 oz. almond flour

FOR THE LEMON CURD:

n 1 cup fresh lemon juice n 7 large egg yolks n 3 large whole eggs n 5.3 oz. sugar n 5.3 oz. cold unsalted butter, diced

FOR THE STABILIZED WHIPPED CREAM:

n ½ tsp. powdered gelatin n 1 cup heavy cream n 1 oz. sugar TO BAKE AND ASSEMBLE:

n ½ cup raspberry jam n 2 half pints raspberries n 1 half pint blueberries n confectioners’ sugar n white chocolate curls

Cream the butter and confectioners’ sugar in a stand mixer with the paddle attachment until pale white. Add the almond flour. Once the flour is incorporated, pour in the beaten egg and yolk in a steady stream. Once thoroughly mixed in, add the allpurpose flour and then the cake flour. As soon as the flour is incorporated, stop the mixer. Remove the dough and shape into a ball. Then wrap the dough in plastic wrap.

Refrigerate for 4–6 hours or up to 2 days.

FOR THE ALMOND CREAM:

Use the stand mixer with the paddle attachment and beat the butter and sugar until pale in color. Add the all-purpose flour and eggs. Lastly, mix in all of the almond flour.

Place in a container and refrigerate for 4–6 hours or up to 2 days. Remove from the fridge about 30 minutes before using and place in a piping bag.

FOR THE LEMON CURD:

Combine the lemon juice, egg yolks, whole eggs and sugar in a saucepan. Heat over medium heat, whisking continuously, until the mixture begins to bubble. Remove from the heat and mix in the cold butter until melted. Strain, pour into a shallow container and press plastic wrap directly on top of the lemon curd. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours, but the lemon curd is better when made the day before so it can chill overnight.

FOR THE WHIPPED CREAM:

Soak the gelatin in ½ Tbs. ice water for 5 minutes. Warm the cream over low heat to about 122˚F, which is just enough to melt the sugar and gelatin. Add the sugar and gelatin and beat by hand until soft peaks form. Refrigerate overnight.

TO BAKE THE TARTLETS:

Preheat the oven to 325˚F. Roll out the almond dough to about ¼ inch thick and cut out eight 6-inch circles. You can reroll the dough once, but allow it to chill for 30 minutes before doing so. Line eight 3½-to-4-inch thick rings with the dough rounds.

Divide the raspberry jam among the tarts, spreading it evenly across the bottoms.

Using a piping bag, pipe on the almond cream in a spiral motion. Bake until golden brown, 25–30 minutes. Allow to cool in the rings for at least 1 hour to reach room temperature (a suitable temperature so the lemon curd does not melt). Then remove from the rings.

Spoon some of the lemon curd on top of each tartlet. Using the back of the spoon in a circular motion, swirl, leaving half an inch around the outside of the tart. Position the raspberries and blueberries on top of the tart. Add dots of whipped cream and garnish with confectioners’ sugar and white chocolate curls.

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All recipes and photos are reprinted with permission from The Art of Entertaining by Jessica Kerwin Jenkins. Photos by Melanie Acevedo and David Engelhardt © Rizzoli

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TRAINED IN THE FASHION INDUSTRY, PIERRE SAUVAGE NOW USES HIS ARTISTIC EYE TO MAKE BEAUTIFUL INDOOR SPACES—LIKE HIS OWN APARTMENT IN PARIS.

The dining room of Pierre Sauvage’s 18th-century townhouse perfectly illustrates his style of classic elements mixed with bright splashes of color.

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Upon their arrival at the wedding, this Beantown bride and groom’s guests walked the Boston Public Library’s marble staircase topped with glimmering candles and gorgeous greenery.

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We all know Paris as the world’s mecca for fashion, and that same je ne sais quoi can be found in the interiors of many of the City of Lights’ homes.

One of the standouts is the home of Pierre Sauvage, who began his career in fashion working for Christian Dior and Jean-Charles de Castelbajac.

It was there he developed an appreciation for the art of mixing rich varieties of fabrics, colors and motifs. Upon leaving the world of haute couture, Sauvage made his mark on the collections of Casa Lopez, the interior design accessories company he leads, adding glassware, tableware, lamps and furniture to its wide range of rugs and carpets.

The space’s unique patterned rugs were inspired by 1970s designs of metalwork and wickerwork.

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Situated on the second floor of an 18th-century townhouse, Sauvage’s Paris home incorporates touches of jewel-toned velvets, and intricate paneling offers the perfect palette for hues of intense color. When designing interiors, Sauvage’s go-to is always a base of blue and green. He says the two colors “go well together. I love playing with them, and the effect is different every time; I find their palette and nuances offer an infinite variety.”

Another design staple is his use of eye-catching patterned rugs. Here the floor coverings, with their 1970s-inspired designs of metal- and wickerwork, have been specifically chosen for the sake of contrast. Sauvage believes it is often the juxtaposition of bold colors and classic elements that elevates design to create rooms that are timeless but that still feel fun.

When selecting fabric and material, Sauvage knows what works best in his

This page: Soft gray walls serve as a backdrop for bright pops of color in a second living space. Opposite page: A Thomas Lerooy painting, which resembles the bust of a bird, ties the palette together. Fresh seasonal flowers are always on display to complement the design.

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This page: Bookcases designed by Franz Potisek and made by a cabinetmaker line the walls. In them, Sauvage expertly mixes books with accessories. Opposite page: A Louis XVI cylinder desk and an empire chair offer an attractive and practical workspace.

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spaces. For upholstery fabrics he prefers a matte finish and curtains made of linen or velvet.

“I dislike taffeta and satin, as they are too shiny,” he says. For rugs, he prefers a jute-and-wool mix. His goal is to weave all the materials together to create a harmonious feel with no one element jumping out to distract the eye.

One of Sauvage’s favorite things is to cluster similar items together to create interest. “I adore things in groups,” he says.

“I think it’s so chic when you see a kitchen wall smothered in plates, or paintings hung close together up to the ceiling.” This can be seen throughout the space, from the mantels and tabletops to bookshelf displays. Along with a collection of Wedgewood, he

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has an array of Chinese porcelain and glass palm trees. The majority of those pieces were lovingly located in junk shops or on the internet. “They aren’t classic, just fun,” he says. “At the moment, I’m rather obsessed with opaline.

I’ve just bought some orange vases that are milky and vivid at the same time, but there are all sorts of colors, from pale yellow to blues and powder pink. I’m going to put together a whole service of it.”

Sauvage manages to seamlessly marry the past and the present and still maintain a fresh, original feel. The result: Even with one of the world’s most beautiful cities just outside, this is an apartment anyone would be happy to come home to.

This page: The bedroom incorporates bold indigo with splashes of emerald green. The bed is draped in panels of fabric for a dramatic look. Opposite page: In the bathroom, Sauvage created a boudoir feel.

All photos are reprinted with permission from The Parisians: Tastemakers at Home by Catherine Synave. Photos by Guillaume de Laubier © Flammarion

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THE SUBTLE, CHERRY-SCENTED REDS OF THIS NORTHERN ITALIAN REGION ARE FINALLY WINNING THE RECOGNITION THEY DESERVE. By Josh Sens Drive northeast from Milan into the scenic folds of Lombardy. As the cityscape gives way to tiny villages, the terrain begins to buckle. Just shy of the Swiss border, it erupts into dramatic ridges, flanking a valley that runs from east to west, with the Adda River winding through it. The steep surrounding hillsides are striped with vines.

Welcome to Valtellina, an Alpine region that has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It also happens to be home to some of Italy’s most exciting wines.

That you’ve likely never heard of them is not surprising. Though wine has been produced in Valtellina for more than 1,000 years, the region has never been a fixture of glossy travelogues or a trendy topic among stateside sommeliers. For wine enthusiasts in this country, its vintages have barely registered as a blip, overshadowed by other northern Italian appellations such as Barolo and Barbaresco.

But in a global wine market increasingly intrigued by far-flung finds, that is changing. Valtellina is having a moment. That makes this a good time to catch up on what we’ve missed.

Let’s start with the grapes. The wines of Valtellina derive from Nebbiolo, the same varietal that makes up Barolo and Barbaresco. Here, though, the fruit is known as Chiavennasca, in honor of the nearby town of Chiavenna, and its environment lends it distinctive traits. Grown on severely sloped terrain that requires the vineyards to be tended by hand, the grapes are harvested in small batches. Though mountains shield them from bracing wind and cold, the cool air of the elevation, combined with the region’s stony soil, yields bright, cherry-scented wines, leaner and less powerful than the brawniest northern Italian reds, but laced with tannins for lovely structure. They come in three main classifications: Rosso di Valtellina DOC, which is aged for six months in wood barrels; Valtellina Superiore, born of grapes from premier plots and aged for a minimum of two years; and Sforzato di Valtellina, a bigger-bodied

style made from partially dried grapes and roughly reminiscent of Amarone.

Light red in color, Valtellina turns a moody purplish crimson when left to mature for a few years in the bottle.

Its flavors grow deeper too, while retaining a finesse and complexity that marry wonderfully with food.

“They are wines that combine vigor with elegance, wines of great balance of fruit and freshness,” says Cristina Scarpellini, owner and operator of the heralded winery Tenuta Scerscé. “It’s our location that makes us unique. This region is like the Burgundy of Italy.”

A former attorney with a background in international corporate law, Scarpellini first saw Valtellina when she met with a client in the region a little more than a decade ago. It was love at first sight. Smitten by the beauty of the landscape and enthralled by the nuance of the wines, she leased an acre of vineyards and began to dabble—an impassioned hobby that gradually evolved into a new career.

At Tenuta Scerscé, Scarpellini produces Valtellina in its three traditional styles and adheres to millennia-old farming practices. The vines are trained in the rittochino method, which moderates the flow of water and minimizes the risk of erosion. They also are hand-managed, with the fruit collected in baskets called portini. Even the winery’s name (a sciarsce is a traditional twopronged pitchfork used on the soil) speaks to its connection to the past.

At the same time, Tenuta Scerscé is pushing the region’s reputation forward. Along with a small cluster of other acclaimed local producers including Sandro Fay and La Perla, it has helped bring wider international recognition to wines that have long deserved their day in the sun.

“As consumers become more educated about wine, they hear about the wines of Valtellina and are interested to discover them,” Scarpellini says. “And, of course, we are very happy to show them what we do.”

TASTING NOTES Sandro Fay Ca Morei Valtellina Superiore Valgella DOCG, $35 Notes of toffee and black berries mingle in a wine with a lush texture and a jammy edge cut by fresh acidity. Enjoy with pasta Bolognese.

Tenuta Scerscé Essenza Nebbiolo Valtellina Superiore DOCG, $35 A balance of bright fruit and tannic structure, this lush red pairs beautifully with cured meats, roasts and cheese.

La Perla “La Mossa” Valtellina Superiore DOCG, $35 This has hints of dried fruit and pine on the palate with intense dark berries on the nose. It is delicious with everything from pasta to hearty roasts.

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Just a one-hour drive north from Milan and close to the Swiss border, Valtellina is known for its ski centers, spas, cheese, and of course, its cherry-scented wines.

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WHEN YOU TELL YOUR TROUBLES TO THIS “BARTENDER,” YOU’RE MET WITH SPHINXLIKE SILENCE. BUT BOY, CAN SHE POUR A DRINK! By Darius Amos Thanks to some of our favorite screen stars—who can forget the loveable Sam Malone on Cheers and the lively ladies of Coyote Ugly?—bartending has always been a show. In real life, of course, those who enjoy libations don’t have to venture to the neighborhood tavern for a drink or the theater. That’s because one of the world’s most exclusive spirits companies, The Last Drop Distillers, wants to be certain all home bars are stocked with the latter.

The minds behind London-based Last Drop—some of whom helped launch brands like Johnnie Walker Blue Label and Chivas Regal 18—have teamed up with product developer Harvey & John, also of the U.K., to create a portable decanter device that’s so attractive (and effective) it easily would be the star in Malone’s fictitious Boston pub. Given the friendly name Phoebe, the first-of-its-kind “smart pourer” is engineered to a dispense a precise amount of beverage into a glass; not a drop more, not a drip less.

So how does Phoebe work? The first step is to

fill the decanter, a striking glass bulb mounted on a sleek wooden plank, with your most special spirit. When a built-in motion and weight sensor detects a glass on the platform, Phoebe automatically siphons the liquor through its stem, an elegant goose neck that gracefully bows as the spirit fills the attached dispensing reservoir. Once the second tank is full, Phoebe drizzles the drink into the waiting glass. And not to worry: Phoebe is connected to an app that calibrates the weight of the glass. This means whether one sips from a brandy snifter, lowball or similar drinking vessel, the device’s intuitiveness will determine the exact measurement to pour.

Pending further development and manufacturing, the two British companies expect Phoebe will be available as a limited edition release— about 20 home bar owners worldwide will be lucky enough to have this bartender at their service.

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Last Drop Distillers’ Phoebe is the first decanter of its kind and is oneof-a-kind, as only 20 will be released worldwide. Phoebe retails for $7,500.

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