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LIFESTYLE LETTER

DECEMBER 2018 PUBLISHER

Kim McClure | kim.mcclure@lifestylepubs.com CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Flavia Teles, Christy Duncan CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Landi Maduro, Donna Permell, Kristen Taylor

For Auld Lang Syne AS THE SAYING GOES, TIME FLIES WHEN YOU’RE HAVING FUN. And time sure has flown by this year as we can’t believe we’ve put together the final issue of Vinings Lifestyle in 2018! It seems like just yesterday we were sitting down to write our January letter to all of you—talking about resolutions and renewal—and yet, here we are, almost time to do it again.

There’s a unique perspective that working in publishing brings. While we certainly don’t want to wish our lives away, we’re always looking toward the future. Whether it’s planning our next issue or developing story ideas for the next year, we’re often already fast forwarded to future months before the current month has even begun.

The fast-paced lifestyle this industry calls for can often make it difficult to really settle down and absorb what’s going on around us and, before we know it, the year is over and it’s time to move forward again.

So this December, we hope you take the time to slow down a little bit. With the holiday season upon us, we hope you make the time to take it all in. Enjoy your time with family and friends, bask in the magic of the winter season, reflect on past memories you hold closely in your hearts and keep the new ones you create in the present for as long as you can.

We’ll take your lead, and we can’t wait to see you next year!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE DECEMBER 2018

FEATURES 14 Hoping for Hoppin’ John A Southern New Year’s Tradition

18 At the Holiday Table Boughs of Holly and Matzo Balls

22 At Home for the Holidays on Polo Lane

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34 Feeling Grateful Don't Give Up

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DEPARTMENTS 6

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Realty Report

14

Hot Spot

22 Open House 26 Trend Setter 30 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Parting Thoughts

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TACO TRUCK TAP TAKEOVER The El Felix has kicked off a new “Taco Truck Tap Takeover” series that continues into 2019. They have teamed up with local breweries to offer beer lovers and Tex Mex aficionados a one-of-a-kind tasting experience.

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Scofflaw Brewing began The El Felix Taco Truck series in November.

"We love the El Felix! They make great Tex Mex, and we make great beer, so it’s exciting to have the chance to put both of those awesome things together,” says Scofflaw Brewing co-founder and brewmaster Travis Herman.

Jan. 25 – Arches Brewing’s beers focus on bringing together the best of old-world tradition and modern practices, with an emphasis on classic lagers, as well as American- and Euro-style ales.

Feb. 22 – Second Self Beer Co. will be unveiling its new guava sour beer, “Havana Night,” and introducing a “secret beer.”

March 29 – New Realm Brewing prides itself on being free from dictated rule and breaking from tradition.

June 7 – Terrapin Beer Company will be taking over with a specialty beer created to help wash down your favorite tacos.

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REALTY REPORT

VININGS

REALTY REPORT

NEIGHBORHOOD

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

Paces View

$980,000

$978,500

99%

77

4

5

Carters Grove

$895,000

$795,000

89%

346

5

4

Vinings

$775,000

$755,000

100%

144

5

4

Lakeside at Covered Bridge

$745,000

$735,000

99%

26

6

5

Highpointe at Vinings

$706,477

$693,965

98%

26

4

5

Highpointe at Vinings

$682,159

$675,000

99%

153

5

4

Highpointe at Vinings

$675,772

$655,000

97%

40

4

4

Fontaine at Cooper Lake

$635,000

$622,000

98%

29

6

5

Vinings

$630,000

$612,500

97%

33

4

4

Highpointe at Vinings

$599,900

$599,900

100%

12

4

4

Cottages at King Springs

$595,000

$595,000

100%

2

4

4

Smyrna Market Village

$579,400

$568,000

98%

92

4

4

Cottages at Parkview Village

$575,000

$565,000

98%

93

5

5

Spring Hill Vinings

$550,000

$555,000

101%

6

3

3

West Village

$550,000

$550,000

100%

39

3

4

The Battery on Paces Ferry

$549,900

$549,000

99%

38

3

4

One River Place

$554,900

$539,000

97%

90

4

5

Riverbrooke at Wildwood

$559,900

$532,000

95%

87

3

4

Heritage at Vinings

$515,000

$515,000

100%

4

4

4

One Ivy Walk

$525,000

$503,000

96%

29

3

5

Smyrna Grove

$489,900

$485,000

99%

5

4

4

Paces Ferry Park

$500,000

$485,000

97%

93

5

5

One River Place

$480,000

$475,000

99%

116

4

5

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HOT SPOT

Hoping for Hoppin’ John A SOUTHERN NEW YEAR’S TRADITION

ARTICLE FLAVIA TELES | PHOTOGRAPHY KRISTEN TAYLOR

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IF YOU FEEL COMMITTED TO GO ALL-IN ON THIS CUSTOM:

01 Cook Hoppin’ John with a new coin in it (penny or dime), or add it to the pot before serving. If the thought of someone choking on it or swallowing it bothers you, there is a worry-free alternative: place the coin under a bowl. Either way, the recipient of the coin is deemed extra lucky.

02 Some folks eat exactly 365 peas for good luck every day of the year (one more on leap years); they avoid eating more or less, believing it to reverse said luck from good to bad. Others choose to count the peas as a predictor of the amount of luck they are to receive, disregarding the number of peas served.

03 Some people leave three peas on their plate for love, luck and fortune, while others leave one pea, meant for sharing their luck with someone else.

04 It is held that eating only the peas without the accompaniments results in good fortune that will not last.

While you are at it, why not help yourself to another serving the following day? According to Southern lore, leftover Hoppin’ John becomes Skippin’ Jenny a day later; it is thought to increase your rewards even more because frugality pays off!

Historical Notes Most culinary historians agree that Hoppin' John, also known as Carolina Peas and Rice, is an American creation rooted in African, French and Caribbean NEW YEAR’S DAY REPRESENTS PERSONAL

origins, with ingredients varying on different locations. Its name sources are

RENEWAL AND POSITIVE EXPECTATIONS FOR A

comparably as numerous as the several ways to cook it: According to the oral

MORE PROSPEROUS YEAR AHEAD. Reawakened

tradition of Charlestonians, in South Carolina, dating back at least as far as

hopes for the upcoming year also often interestingly

1841, there supposedly lived a black handicapped street-food hawker known

incorporate a sense of nostalgia for the traditions cul-

as “Hoppin’ John;” another tale asserts that the name came from the habit of

turally passed down to us from bygone generations.

children hopping around the table before sitting down to eat; and among other

To

promote

good

fortune

onward,

many

Southerners pair off their Champagne toast to a

obscure explanations, some have said it was customary in South Carolina to invite a guest to eat using the expression, “Hop in, John.”

fragrant bowl of Hoppin’ John as their first New

The jury is still out on this debate. So far, the first known book containing a

Year’s Day meal at the stroke of midnight. Among

Hoppin’ John recipe is The Carolina Housewife, written by Sarah Rutledge and

several recipes, the preferred choice traditionally

published in 1847. In her book, the ingredients are bacon, rice and “red peas or cow

combines these wealth-representative ingredients:

peas”—not black-eyed peas—cooked in the pot together.

black-eyed peas, which are symbolic of coins and

Black-eyed peas became “lucky” after the Civil War when Confederate soldiers

prosperity, since they swell when cooked; collard

survived the winter à la Gone with the Wind. Soldiers ate them with salted pork, the

greens, symbolizing money; and cornbread, as a

only food supply the Union soldiers left them post-raid, as it was considered cattle

side dish representing gold. Those who wish to stir

food. Legend also has it that on Jan. 1, 1863, black-eyed peas were all that slaves

in some “health” add tomatoes to the recipe—after

had to eat to celebrate the Emancipation Proclamation issued as law by President

all, what good is affluence without well-being?

Abraham Lincoln, henceforth, becoming a lucky food tradition.

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HANUKKAH:

Light One Candle

Show the real meaning of “dedication” by adorning your table with

attractive dinnerware, decorative napkins and a beautiful menorah to illuminate your celebration of the Festival of Lights in style. This arrangement by Pottery Barn is holiday-ready to set an inviting tone to eight magical nights of familial joy.

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(CON TI N U ED)

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OPEN HOUSE

(CON TI N U ED)

TRADITIONS, NEW ADDITIONS, LAUGHTER AND MEALS MADE WITH LOVE SHARED WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAKE THE HOLIDAYS SPECIAL. OUR NEIGHBORS ON POLO LANE MAKE IT LOOK SO INVITING. VININGS IS SUCH A SPECIAL PLACE. ENJOY YOUR HOLIDAY AT HOME!

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KITCHEN This charming chef’s kitchen offers an old-world feel with brick detail and has high-end modern appliances. The best of both worlds.

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TREND SETTER

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FOLLOWING CLOSELY ON THE COATTAILS OF AUTUMNAL AND WINTER HOLIDAYS, THE CELEBRATION OF THE NEW YEAR CAN OFTEN BE OVERLOOKED DUE TO AN UNDERSTANDABLE DESIRE TO TAKE A BREAK FROM THE HUSTLE AND BUSTLE OF THE SEASON. But, a holiday that celebrates past memories and the opportunity for both new experiences and a fresh start shouldn’t lack any of

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the glitz of its celebratory predecessors. Round out the final days of the year reminiscing on or saying goodbye to the experiences—good and bad—of the previous 12 months with a simple end-of-the-year gathering that isn’t lacking any of the glamour.

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THE DECO R There’s no need to go out and buy a ton of additional decor when you just decked the halls (quite literally) with holiday ornamentation.

Make those decorations work as hard as you did by repurposing all the greenery, pine cones and wood place settings you just couldn’t say no to. Throw in some neutral napkins, some natural twine and some dried orange peels for a woodsy (and fragrant) twist.

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THE SNACKS

Keep your guests happy with the perfect cheese plate. Consider how many people you’ll be serving, whether you’ll be serving before or after dinner and what cheeses you’ll want to include.

According to WineFolly.com, sparkling wines pair best with creamy, sticky cheeses due to the high acidity and carbonation.

WHAT YOU NEED + Cheese board or serving plate + Assortment of cheeses (We recommend Brie, Port Salut, Muenster, Camembert or Gruyere) PUTTING IT TOGETHER Cheese is best served at room temperature, so be sure your cheese has time to rest prior to serving. Slice the cheeses and arrange artfully on your cheese board with labels for each. Consider providing separate serving knives for each cheese to avoid any mixing of flavors. Add any additional bites you’d like and enjoy!

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DECEMBER

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

DEC 1 - JAN 6

a Main Street parade featuring

A and 1-2:30 p.m. for Group B at

marching bands, decorated floats,

Mountain View Regional Library.

vintage cars and colorfully cos-

The groups read a mix of fiction and

tumed characters. The celebration

nonfiction that is voted on by the

Six Flags Over Georgia

continues with a holiday host of

members of the group.

Six Flags Over Georgia is continuing its

activities including free snow tub-

new holiday tradition as it extends its

ing, inflatables and amusements;

season with the addition of Six Flags

kids' crafts; visits with Santa; and

Entertainment’s annual holiday festival,

stage entertainment.

HOLIDAY IN THE PARK

A CHRISTMAS CAROL

Holiday in the Park. More than 1 million LED lights and dozens of Christmas trees will create the perfect magical atmosphere this holiday season from Nov. 17 through Jan. 6 on select days.

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THE MARIETTA PILGRIMAGE: A CHRISTMAS HOME TOUR

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Marietta's New Theatre in the Square

A Christmas Carol starring Palmer William Jr. as Scrooge from Tyler

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Partake in free balance strengthen-

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11 - 12 SANTA'S MAGICAL MOMENTS Marietta Square

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This year, Marietta Square’s Winter Wonderland

presents

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PAGE TURNERS BOOK CLUB – AFTERNOON GROUP

A DAY WITH SANTA

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the first Wednesday of the month

cookies, read Christmas stories,

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LIFESTYLE CALENDAR make reindeer food and walk away with pictures to remember your magical night.

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21 THE HUNT HOUSE MUSIC SERIES Hunt House Mari

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31 THE ROOTS Coca-Cola Roxy

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We are always accepting submissions for events you'd like to see included in our Calendar section. Submissions are accepted via the Contact Us tab at ViningsLifestyle.com.

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PARTING THOUGHTS

Feeling Grateful NEVER GIVE UP

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THIS YEAR I WANTED TO WRITE THE PARTING

For me, I’m grateful that my 12-year‐old daughter wants to

THOUGHTS FOR 2018 MYSELF BECAUSE IT HAS

sit at the breakfast table and spill all the “tea” on what’s going

BEEN THE BEST YEAR OF MY LIFE. It has not

on in her life. God has entrusted me with this precious life that

been without trials or hardship, but it has been a year of

doesn’t know the way of the world, and she is depending on

God showing me mercy, love and great growth.

me to guide and teach her. I’m so full of gratitude and love.

Some may measure their success by financial gain,

As I pen these thoughts, my eyes well up, because so

which is always a plus. Some may measure their hap-

many young people want to commit suicide and shut the

piness by good health. Some people have found true

doors to their rooms. Don’t give up! Fight for your child

love and cannot believe their soulmate is sitting right

and tell them you are not going to let them go, even if they

next to them.

tell you, “I don’t care.” God cares.

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