HAPPY BIRTHDAY LILY MAG! 4 INGREDIENTS, 1 SKILLET BODACIOUS BODEGA SUPPORTS LOCAL FARMS WHAT’S IN SEASON, FARMERS MKTS GET YOUR IRON ON
MOLLY CHICKEN CHECKS IN GET WILD WITH THESE DESIGNERS CAST IRON COOKING AND CARE WHAT TO DO IN TOWN THIS FALL HERBS FOR WHAT AILS YOU
SAFARI AND SWAMPWOOD FALL FLOWERS TO REMEMBER SAVORY COMFORT FOOD RECIPES A WINE GURU’S BEST PICKS NON TOXIC COSMETICS?
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Editor in Chief: Lily Herndon Weaks lily@lily-magazine.com
Client Manager, Advertising & Social Media: Asheton Graham
Design: The Fig & The Vine Publishing & Media, LLC
Photography: Cassandra Richerson, Cassandra Michelle Photography
Executive Sales Director: Betsy Menneg Client Manager/ Advertising & Sales Avery L. Salitsky
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“STRESS CANNOT EXIST IN THE PRESENCE OF A PIE.” DAVID MAMET
SKILLET MEAL RECIPE ON PAGE 7
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“ T H E W AY W E TA L K T O O U R CHILDREN BECOMES THEIR INNER VOICE.” PEGGY O'MARA
Fall tugs at all of our souls - even here in the lowcountry the weather seems downright cool after the dog days of summer. We begin to long for the comforts of harvest season and to venture outside with a new spring in our step as we note the (slightly) crisper, cooler air, the clearer skies and begin take part in the rituals that announce to our hearts that it’s time to shift gears. Throw pillows and porch plants go from cool blues to bright oranges, reds and golds. Fall veggies debut at the farmers market and the fair comes to town. Folks follow their football teams and kids begin to pick their halloween costumes. And how great is it when you actually have to grab a sweater when you go out for the evening instead of mosquito spray? Besides the arrival of fall, team lily has a special reason to Celebrate Fall as this is our ONE YEAR anniversary!!! It’s hard to believe how far we’ve come & how fast we’ve grown! And how overwhelmingly positive and supportive our beloved Charleston community has been to us! Thank you readers for letting us know how much you appreciate content, authenticity, originality and a true locavore spirit - you GET it… And we celebrate YOU, too! C H E E R S , L I LY
SKILLET MEAL (CHICKEN PIE): Half the crust, half the gravy, half the time, half the calories! Chopped chicken, chicken gravy, veggies of choice, ready made pie crust. Heat oven to 425 degrees. In a skillet, saute chicken pieces with garlic. Remove chicken and set aside. Add 1Tbsp butter and when melted, sprinkle with 1 Tbsp flour, whisking. Add 1 cup chicken broth and 1/2 half cup milk. Whisk slowly and heat until thickened. Add chicken and prepared veggies. Cover with one readymade pie crust. Cut slits into crust. Bake until golden brown and interior is bubbling, around 20-30 minutes.
TABLE OF CONTENTS GRAB YOUR SKILLET
7
LILY CHALLENGE
9
FARMS WE LOVE
10
WHAT’S IN SEASON
13
LILY NOTES
14
IN 'STEAD
16
LOCAL EVENTS
19
ART & SOUL
20
WELLNESS & HEALTH
22
FALL PLANTS
25
LILY COOKS
26
STYLE & BEAUTY
28
FINAL THOUGHTS
30
Meet Cassandra: She’s the genius behind these gorgeous photos we’re so famous for. She not only makes our food, features and extras look fabulous, she also captures our advertising clients and their products bee-yootifully! This glamour puss could easily shine in front of any camera - but we’re grateful to have her perfect eye behind the lens in everything we do! On the Cover: Who better to be our cover models than the kids of our DEBUT COVER MODEL from last September, Jennifer Wiekowski? Matthew and Elizabeth were a ton of fun at the cover photoshoot (that turned into a fun lily party, the way they often do) and we think their chill ‘tude is just the thing for Fall! LILY-MAGAZINE.COM | CELEBRATE FALL 2016 7
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lily challenge TAKE A NON ESSENTIAL ACTIVITY OFF YOUR FAMILY’S COMMITMENT CALENDAR! AND THIS MAY MEAN REDEFINING WHAT IS “ESSENTIAL”! This is a tough challenge for sure. When kids are in sports or band programs where missing a practice (even for something important) means being benched, left out or otherwise unreasonably punished or where taking extra private lessons or being on training teams for years are necessary for even being a part of a school or sport program, it’s hard to NOT be over-scheduled as a family. (Admit it. How stressed are you and your kids as a direct result of having what used to be a normal childhood activity be treated like a full time career for all of you?) F A M I LY T H E R A P I S T A N N E F I S H E L S AY S SHE WOULD LIKE TO ADVISE HER CLIENTS TO “GO HOME AND HAVE DINNER TOGETHER."
And yet, extra curricular activities, being on a team and learning skills as a part of a group is a life enriching experience - and something that is as necessary for a kid’s “resume” for college as good grades. (Another topic, another lily!) On the flip side, we know that is is absolutely crucial for EVERY family member’s wellbeing that quality time, down time and neutral communication time be a part of the equation. The beauty is, there is always something that can be cut out or rescheduled to achieve this. Go to lily-magazine.com’s bonus page for some tips! In the meantime, just to inspire you: •
Researchers found that for young children, supper conversation boosts vocabulary even more than being read to.
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For school-age kids, regular mealtime is an even more powerful predictor of high achievement scores than time spent in school, doing homework, playing sports or doing art.
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There’s a consistent association between family dinner frequency and teen academic performance.
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instructions on how to prepare) at:
farms we S U S TA I N A B L E . C L E A N . H E A LT H Y. L O C A L .
DINNER IS SERVED THANKS TO THE HUNGRY BOYS AT LOWCOUNTRY BODEGA! Meet the Hungry Boys at lowcountrybodega.com
BODEGA IS SPANISH FOR GROCERY STORE OR WINE SHOP!
The folks who buy from the local farms we love are as essential to our locavore movement as the farms themselves! So Lowcountry Bodega has us doing the lily Happy Dance, woo hoo! Their weekly menu is locally sourced and handcrafted - talk about farm-to-table! Thanks to Michael, Gordan and Dylan, your next ready-to-go meal can be stress free, guilt free and full of exceptional seasonal flavor. We’re talking about a yum factor that is off the charts! Pre-order or check out their dinner boxes (each contains a complete two course meal with a starter, an entree, and
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Sunday Brunch Farmers' Market Sunday's 11 am - 3 pm, 1977 Maybank Hwy. James Island (Behind the Pour House) Folly Beach Farmers' Market Wednesday's 5-8pm Center Street, Folly Beach
The Farms THEY Love! • Harelston TownesRooting Down Farms • Tank Jackson - Holy City Hogs • Ambrose Farms • Abundant Seafood • Nano Farms • St. Jude Farms
A MENU SAMPLE FOR FALL: To Start Chilled Corn Soup Red Pepper Coulis For Dinner Cajun Catfish and Shrimp Étouffée Butterbean Succotash Holy Trinity Be sure to check them out at lowcountrybodega.com because the menu changes weekly. Also, check out their how to cooking videos by clicking the link on their weekly menu page.
Meet Betsy:
Our team is growing so fast we had to hire an Executive Sales Director for superior management & training to help us provide our famous white glove service to lily and F&V clients. With her 30 + years of corporate sales experience, she is taking us to a new level. That’s SO lily!
THE LILY MASCOTS! Team lily has many 4 legged members! Huzzah Editor Lily’s Carolina Dog - enjoys
sleeping on the porch interrupted by brief spurts of chasing deer and rabbits on their farm and surprising unsuspecting UPS delivery people while in town.
Sophie Photographer and Special Events
gurus - and soul mates - Cassandra and Steve Richerson’s rescue Chihuahua is a ferocious watchdog who enjoys attacking sticks and loving companionship.
Zeus Executive Sales Director Betsy’s Lab enjoys long walks with furry friends, meeting new kitties and wading into the lily Magazine koi pond.
Charlie & Bubbie Client Manager/Social Media Management Asheton’s adorable duo enjoys hearing humans squeal with delight as they get their picture “took”!
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NATURE TOURS Are you in search of Charleston’s tideland treasures? Join our Naturalists as they discuss the abundant wildlife in the harbor and its estuaries. Take a stroll with us on uninhabited Morris Island where you’re sure to find a few shells for your collection. For reservations & private charters call 843.849.8687 or purchase tickets online at sandlappertours .com. Advance purchase strongly recommended. All tours depart from the Charleston Maritime Center, 10 Wharfside Street, Downtown Charleston
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what’s in season
Harvest these goodies at your nearest farmers market! Apples
Lemongrass
Artichokes
Lettuce
Arugula
Limes
Beets
Mushrooms
Broccoli
Okra
Brussels Sprouts
Onions
Cabbage
Parsnips
Carrots
Pears
Cauliflower
Peppers
Celery
Persimmons
Chard
Potatoes
Chicory
Pumpkins
Chiles
Quinces
Edamame
Radiccios
Eggplant
Radishes
Endive
Rudabagas
Fennel
Shallots
Figs
Shelling Beans
Garlic
Spinach
Grapes
Sweet Potatoes
Green Beans
Tomatillos
Green Onions
The last of the Tomatoes
Herbs Horseradish Kale Kohirabi
Turnips Winter Squashes Zuchinni
Leeks
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lily W H AT ’ S C O O L , W H AT ’ S N O T S O C O O L & W H AT ’ S G O I N G O N
WE CAST OUR VOTE FOR CAST IRON FOOD TRUCK! We are obsessed with cast iron - the classic way to cook almost anything especially award-winning Carolina chopped BBQ from an old family recipe that’s so good, you can eat it “nekked" (without sauce)! Former “Top Griller” Chas cook off champ Victor and co-owner and better half Sheila are fast achieving their goal of bringing some D.C. edge and flair to classic lowcountry fair. Skillet shrimp and grits, Chesapeake Bay shrimp and chips, classic Angus burgers and veggie sandwiches, Mad Cap Portabella, BoB Marley jerk chicken and the famous BBQ sandwiches (and custom menus for events) and more, oh yeah! Belly up to the window and get your iron on!
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Classic fare with D.C. flair!
MOLLY T. CHICKEN SAYS, “WHAT THE CLUCK?!”
Team lily’s chicken wants to know why humans would cook supper in a pan that emits fumes that have been shown to kill pet birds in the house and give factory workers flu like ailments and lung issues? Okay, some some folks say Teflon pans are totally safe UNLESS you overheat them (gee that never happens in a kitchen) or unless you use some completely normal cooking utensil and it scrapes the teflon off and you must consume bits of it with your food. Or unless the pan is old enough for the coating to peel off with heat. (You never use old pans, right?) Geez. We quite agree with our wise feathered friend - better safe than sorry. Why not cook with something you KNOW is safe for you (and your pets)? Cast your cares with cast iron - a cookware that is so safe you can use pans that are a hundred years old!
DYE TO DIE FOR???
Red Dye No. 40, also known as Allura Red and Red 40 is no joke. And it’s the most common dye used in U.S. commercial food production - yet another questionable common additive that the FDA approves (insert eye-roll here). This synthetic dye (that comes from petroleum) hides everywhere so check that all-important ingredients box before you buy! The annoying thing is that there are a plethera of natural additives that are not only safe but often healthy that could be used in its place! How can you go wrong with a classic Angus burger and fries?
W H Y N O T C A R RY A MAGNIFYING GLASS WITH YOU TO THE STORE SO YOU CAN READ INGREDIENTS LABELS EASIER?
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COOL STUFF FOR HEARTH & HOME, URBAN 'STEADERS & FOODIES
S I N C E Y O U C A N A LW AY S R E SEASON YOUR COOKWARE OR REMOVE RUST FROM OLD COOKWARE, YOUR CAST IRON I N V E S T M E N T PAY S O F F I N P O T S A N D PA N S T H A N C A N LAST 100 YEARS!
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The Cause for Cast Iron
Season’s the Reason
Some folks love the idea of cooking with classic cast iron - most of us have some kind of old cast iron somethingor-other from a family member that goes way back. But because they hear things about having to “season” cast iron and how it gets cleaned differently, they aren’t sure where to start or if it’s worth it. Here’s how to get started with cast iron and why it’s SO worth it!
The reason cast iron cooks so beautifully and is nearly indestructible is because of being seasoned. “Seasoning” is vegetable oil (although some swear by animal fats or rubbed-in shortening) baked onto the iron at a high temperature. This creates a non toxic “easy release” texture the more you cook with your pans, the better it works, BONUS!
The Soap Dope Cleaning cast iron is easy peasy. Most of the time you can literally just wipe it out! For stuck on food, a quick soak in plain water is fine as long as you DRY the pan and wipe a bit of oil in if it gets dull. Contrary to popular belief you can use soap if you need to - just rinse thoroughly, DRY and oil.
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COOL STUFF FOR HEARTH & HOME, URBAN 'STEADERS & FOODIES RECYCLE DO’S DON’TS AND DUHS!
Rejected materials at recycling facilities (called “contaminants”) cost plenty of $ and cause plenty of headaches -including having an entire facility shut down because of these items jamming or damaging automated or baling machinery at our local recycling centers. So don’t be a dunce when it comes to loading up your super-handy blue bin (after all, how lucky are we to have them?)! You may be surprised at some of the common items that CAN’T be recycled!
DON’T TRY TO RECYCLE • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Plastic bags (like shopping bags or cereal bags) Plastic wrap (like thin plastic food wrapping) Styrofoam packaging or food containers Household garbage Shredded paper Food waste Yard waste Cartons (like juice boxes or chicken broth cartons) Bulky plastic items (like toys or hangers) Batteries Light bulbs Electronics Clothing and shoes Construction debris (like wood or insulation) Rope like items (like garden hoses) Medical waste (like syringes) Diapers or sanitary products Propane tanks Aluminum foil and trays Oils (like motor or cooking) Paint
THANKFULLY, YOU CAN RECYCLE: Paper • Magazines • Newspapers • Office paper • Envelopes • Junk mail/envelopes • Greeting cards • Catalogs • Books/textbooks • Coupons • Posters • Sticky notes • Paper bags • Wrapping paper Plastic Bottles & Containers • Water bottles • Soda bottles • Milk jugs • Liquid containers
• Jars and tubs (like yogurt, margarine tubs, etc.) • Detergent and all- purpose cleaner bottles • Soap and shampoo bottles • Rigid plastic product packaging, such as clean rigid clamshell containers (Remove any plastic film or aluminum) • Plastic cups Paperboard & Cardboard • Corrugated cardboard boxes • Soda/beverage boxes • Shoe boxes • Gift boxes • Clean food boxes (like cereal boxes, microwave meals, boxes of rice, etc.) • Paper towel rolls • Paper egg cartons
Why Bee’s Ferry is the Bee’s Knees! Now you know why Chas County won Composter of the Year in 2014 from the U.S. Composting Council - ‘cuz they are aces when it comes to providing amazingly affordable and high quality compost to residents! Bee's Ferry Compost Facility (1344 Bees Ferry Rd) produces a high-quality commercial grade yard and food waste compost that is 99% free of plastic contaminants and certified for use in organic farming! $10 per ton (spread some liner and bring your truck!) $2 per bag (1.5 cubic feet) Cash or check, no credit cards! Compost can also be purchased for $2 per bag (1.5 cubic feet) at the Chas County Recycling Center, 13 Romney Street, (Downtown)
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Fall into the season with these super fun local events!
OCT 1 West Farm Corn Maze. A teeny maze for young ‘uns and a 6-acre one designed, mapped, and cut using the latest GPS technology - You’ll have to use your best mapreading skills to reach all checkpoints! A MONSTER MYSTERY! Also features a Pumpkin Barn (with SC grown pumpkins!), Children's Hay Bale Maze, Play Area, Covered Corn Kernel Box,Tire Climb, Farm Zoo, Hayride, Scarecrow Alley, Apple Slingshot, and snackbar, courtesy of The Farmer's Wife Mobile Café. (westfarmcornmaze.com) 2641 Cooper Store Road, Moncks Corner. Boone Hall Fright Nights won’t be scaring us silly this year, wah! But their PUMPKIN PATCH will be open daily starting Oct 1st. Features Corn maze, jump pillow, giant slide tower, Hay Mountain, Hayride down Monster Alley, Climb and Sandpit Play Area, King of the Mtn, Spider Web, Rock Wall, Corn Hole Toss, Goats & Rabbits & Playground. (boonehallpumpkinpatch. com) Hwy. 17 - Mt. Pleasant, S.C. 1/2 mile north Of Long Point Rd. Also starting Oct 1st and
lasting every weekend in Oct is Legare Farms Pumpkin Patch & Maze! Features Pumpkin Picking, Hayride, Horse rides, Scarecrow Factory, Gem Mine, Fish & Turtle Feeding,Farm Animals Barnyard, Mini-maze, Playground and the largest Myrtle Maze in the world! (legarefarms.com) 2620 Hanscombe Pt Rd Johns Island. OCTOBER 2-6 Charleston International Film Festival. A showcase for all aspects of filmmaking: the art, the filmmaker, talented directors and actors, and the filmlover in all of us. Educating through the art and science of film, promoting crosscultural awareness, the exchange of ideas, and social understanding. (charlestoniff. org) Charleston Music Hall, John St downtown. OCTOBER 4 The Best of Broadway Series begins at the No Chas Coliseum! Check out northcharlestoncoliseumpac. com for what’s playing when! OCTOBER 5 The Moja Arts Festival. A 10-day celebration highlighting African-American and Caribbean contributions to western world cultures, & includes dance, music, theater and literary arts performances at venues all around Charleston. (mojafestival.com)
that bring out natural behaviors. The bear will bob for apples, the puma will pounce on a piñata, and the bobcats will bandy stuffed pumpkins! (southcarolinaparks.com) 1500 Old Towne Road. Party for the Parks returns under the big top with a circus-sized extravaganza at the newly renovated Colonial Lake in downtown Chas. It’s the largest fundraiser for the Charleston Parks Conservancy! Features a live auction, open bars and cocktail stations, circus treats created by top local restaurants, live music with Sol Driven Train, enticing entertainers and more. (partyfortheparks.com) Lowcountry Hoedown. Features craft brews, bourbon and moonshine plus Southern eats, BBQ and “boot-stompin’ bluegrass” music. Visitor Center Bus Shed in downtown Chas. Check out lowcountryhoedown.com for more. NOV 11- 12 The 5th Annual Smoke on the Harbor BBQ Throwdown is back at Chas Harbor
Resort and Marina. Competition in numerous BBQ categories are part of this State Championship! (Features samples of all BBQ goodies for sale, live music performances, a cocktail competition and a Kids Zone in addition to a Food Drive benefiting the East Cooper Meals on Wheels during the event. (smokeontheharbor.com) NOV 11 The James Island Holiday Festival of Lights begins, with 3 miles of over 700 magical light displays. Features family activities, shopping, food, entertainment and more. (CharlestonCountyParks. com) 871 Riverland Drive, Charleston. NOV 12 Plantation Days at Middleton Place. Craftworkers demonstrate the skills practiced by slaves as they prepared the antebellum plantation for winter. Different aspects of 18th and 19th century plantation life will be explored including domestic skills, AfricanAmerican culture and Gullah storytelling. (middletonplace. org) 4300 Ashley River
NOV 5 Animal Forest Fall Frolic begins at Charles Towne Landing. Features animals being enriched by games, treats and activities
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We think these sustainably sourced products are fur-rocious!
art &
THE HEARTS OF THESE DESIGNERS WILL INSPIRE YOU
Norton + Hodges = Handcrafted in U.S., responsibly sourced and INCREDIBLY chic! Let N + H’s safari inspired luxe bags take your fall wardrobe to the next level - with responsibly sourced materials and brought to life through the passionate commitment of founder Suzette Bussey and designer, co-owner and sis Audrey Latsko in limited numbers and with lifetime guarantees! • These women have personally visited every location their goods are sourced from and every artisan who helped in the creation of their accessories! • The exotic skins are a by-product from feeding the workers and nearby townspeople of a family farm in Africa. • Their signature fired brass snaps are upcycled from the rifle cartridges used on the farm and are
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added to hand bags and cuffs as snaps and more. • Leftover leather cuttings are used to create head and hat bands - these safari sisters learned not to waste a thing from their African friends and experiences.
• The free range American bison leather is used because of its amazing supple texture and its American conservation success story.
“ I O F T E N F E E L L I K E PA R T OF ME IS MISSING WHEN I AM NOT IN AFRICA BUT I A B S O L U T E LY F E E L B L E S S E D TO LIVE IN CHARLESTON.” SUZETTE BUSSEY
Swamp Wood Co: Local wood, local folks and local spirit! Scott and Carol Kelly are self taught wood workers who stumbled upon creating gorgeous decorative elements from locally sourced wood while furnishing and restoring their own historic homes.
started with cypress, they now work with all types of wood such as mahogany, spruce, cedar, oak and their favorite, local black walnut. Clean, classic and sustainably sourced - so lily!
We love the rustic elegance of this driftwood candle holder!
From simple, classic pieces such as shelves, tables and more to elegant, rustic design elements like driftwood candle holders, this dynamic duo can be found at local craft festivals and the Mount Pleasant Farmers Market. Although they
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toxic byproducts such as chlorine gas and ash that contains heavy metals.
wellness &
• Water bottles buried in landfills can take up to 1,000 years to biodegrade.
SCIENCE & NATURE, A BEAUTIFUL HARMONY
Do plastic bottles trash your health and the planet? "We know lily readers
are WAY too smart to be hoodwinked by marketing companies whose slick advertising seems to say that bottled water is better for you or better tasting than good old tap water. Yes, it’s super convenient to throw a water bottle in your bag or a ton of them into your cooler. But here are some reminders why it’s better to use a totable metal container on the go or glass at home and in the office. (We use small jam jars at the office and at our lily parties - super cheap and cute to boot!) • Here in America (and many countries) the tap water is as good as anything you buy in a bottle. (Except for that annoying flouride…) • Water is often bottled in #1 PET or PETE bottles (polyethylene terephthalate), which leach DEHA, a known carcinogen, into the water. Experts agree that you should not re-use #1 2 2 LILY-MAGAZINE.COM | CELEBRATE FALL 2016
• The bottles leak toxic additives, such as nasty phthalates, into the groundwater.
Waste not juice not???
Toxic, polluting, sustains the petroleum industry
plastic bottles. Plastics numbered 3, 6 and 7 are worse; they contain Bisphenol A (BPA), which is suspected of causing neurological and behavioral problems in fetuses and children. BPA mimics the female hormone estrogen, which may have detrimental effects, including cancer of the brain, breast, and prostate, on the female reproductive system and the immune system in adults! • 4 of every 5 bottles end up in landfills, according to the Container Recycling Institute. They report that 86% of plastic water bottles used in the U.S. become garbage or litter. They end up there because incinerating used bottles produces
Are we being environmentally squeezed by the cold pressed juice movement? Like most trends, there are reasons to be cautious about jumping on the juicing bandwagon according to a recent article in Modern Farmer Magazine. We’re not ani-juicing of course. But we believe that lily readers want to know the facts before they make decisions. Here’s the deal: A single 16 oz serving of cold pressed juice generates a whopping 3.5 lbs of pulp waste on average! Why is this so bad? It’s hard to compost. This type of waste is super-quick to deteriorate and super smelly as well - that fast action creates acids that slow down the breakdown of other food wastes in the compost. Many places that would ordinarily welcome food waste for composting from restaurants or companies don’t want this pulp.
The amount of pulp from juicing that ended up in landfills last year alone is an estimated 175,000 tons! It actually contributes to global warming! The methane generated by the pulp as it decays is equal to 200,000 tons of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere! You get way less vitamins and fiber from a “healthy” juice than you do a healthy serving of veggies! There is a bright spot though - SOME juicing companies work to have less of a harmful environmental impact by using imperfect fruits and veggies that farms would otherwise discard. And there are folks in the food biz experimenting with ways to repurpose that pulp for flavoring and other uses. LOOK FOR LABELS THAT BOAST BEING MADE OF IMPERFECT MATERIALS! More calories and less nutritious than a serving of veggies
3.5 lbs of noncompostable waste
Try Tinctures! Tinctures are liquid extracts made from herbs that are taken orally for health and healing.They are usually extracted in alcohol, vegetable glycerine or apple cider vinegar. Tinctures are easy and convenient to use and buy (even organically). And NO ONE HAS EVER DIED FROM
AN HERBAL OVERDOSE! Compare that to the shocking fact that adverse effects of medications (from drugs that were correctly prescribed and taken) kill 106,000 people per year - that’s the 3rd leading cause of death after heart disease and cancer!!! And that doesn’t include accidental overdoses. (T. Colin Campbell, Whole: Rethinking the Science of Nutrition) Insert double take here! Interested in learning more about fighting disease and maintaining health through herbal healing? Our fav is VINTAGE REMEDIES, whose courses for family and aspiring professional herbalists are SCIENCE BASED and very reasonably priced. vintageremedies.com
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Integrated Media, Publishing & Branding Services We understand time and budget constraints, especially for start ups and small to mid-sized businesses.
Our debut cover last Fall!
WE HAVE AN INCREDIBLY AFFORDABLE SOLUTION! Brand Design & Integration Web Development Social Media Management Print & Advertising Services, Products & Avenues Pro Packages & A la Cart services Your success is our success! Call Betsy, our Executive Sales Director at 404.702.0464 to set up a consultation.
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mix
autumn
It’s time to Pansy it up! Pansies are THE go-to flower for fall and winter mixes.Their endless varieties go with any other flower, they are hearty in cold temps, old timey, bold, sweet smelling, EDIBLE and just darned adorable - admit it, they look like little faces waiting to be kissed!
Pansy flowers have been used in herbal medicine for centuries. Uses include breaking down of tumors before they turn cancerous, as a mild sedative, to ease headaches and help with dizziness (an active ingredient in pansy is salicyclic acid - which is in modern day aspirin) and the flower has antiinflammatory properties, so they are commonly used for upper respiratory infections.
“ P R AY, L O V E , R E M E M B E R : A N D T H E R E I S PA N S I E S , T H AT ' S F O R T H O U G H T S . " WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE, HAMLET (C.1602)
The name "pansy" is derived from the French word pensée, “thought”.
In the language of flowers, pansy is most often associated with “remembrance” or to signify thinking of another.
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cooks
lily
BUILT TO LAST
2 FRITATA Fritatas are so super easy - and perfect for skillets! 8 eggs, 1 cup milk, 1 cup shredded cheese & veggies of choice - bake in 425 oven around 20-30 mins.
C O O K I N G , C O C K TA I L S A N D F O O D F R O M T H E S O U L
“IRON SKILLETS ARE G R E AT B E C A U S E T H E Y GO FROM STOVETOP TO
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OVEN NO PROBLEM!”
PIZZA A cast iron pizza skillet makes ANY pie, whether store bought or homemade, super crispy and delicious!
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Skillet Shepherd's Pie: The ultimate Fall comfort food!
TRY USING GROUND VENISON INSTEAD OF BEEF IF YOU'VE GOT A HUNTER IN THE FAMILY! OR CREATE GRAVY WITH VEGGIE STOCK AND NIX THE MEAT FOR A VEGETARIAN TREAT!
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Skillet Shepherd’s Pie Tip: use organic veggies and grass fed beef. This dish makes for great leftovers and freezes well too! Heat oven to 400 degrees. Cook potatoes, mash and season. Cook veggies of choice. Set aside. In skillet, brown ground beef with desired seasonings. Remove from pan, add 1Tbsp butter and when melted, sprinkle with 1 Tbsp flour, whisking. Add 1 cup beef broth and 1/2 half cup milk. Whisk and heat slowly until thickened. Add meat and veggies, top with mashed potatoes and cook until top is golden brown and interior is bubbly.
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BROWNIE This decadent chocolate caramel skillet brownie is worth the work! Go to lilymagazine.com for recipe.
SAY HI TO STEPHEN!
Stephen’s picks for Fall dishes: LORIEUX FRÈRES, ‘EXPRESSION’. ST NICOLAS DE BOURGUEIL A dry red, medium in body, the tannin frame is firm but not out of balance. The aromas are subtle but I’m engaged by perfume reminiscent of lavender, fresh crushed berries and herbs with hints of tobacco. I never get bored drinking this one and often crave it, but I would say its delicate subtitles make this its strength.
BOHIGAS, CAVA, BRUT RESERVA N.V., SPAIN Aromas of toast, biscuit and citrus which leads to a broad mature palate that is still quite explosive. Soft creamy textures on the finish but the citrus lemon notes still remain to make this fun sparkling wine balanced and versatile.
We’re doing the lily happy dance! Stephen Bates, Charleston’s charming, famous wine guru, has joined the lily Mag team to pair up our original recipes with amazing wines - and at equally amazing prices! Each issue this bonafide Brit will let us know what to serve with our delish dishes. Great news, readers: He can be hired to choose, obtain and help you serve the BEST wines for your next soiree. He always chooses something unexpected - easy for him to get for you but NOT something that’s found at every wine shop in town. Cheers to that! 843.860.5911 stephen4wine@ gmail.com
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beauty
inside & out
FASHION, STYLE, PRODUCTS
TAKE STOCK IN STOX & CO! We gotta love a co whose tagline is so close to our own beauty feature! "Beauty and wellness from the inside out” is how they do biz at this Coleman blvd gem of a spa!
Strawberries are great for your skin! Who knew?
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Their services include a variety of holistic therapies from luxurious facials, aromatherapy massage, prenatal massage, body treatments, pilates, yoga, customized airbrush tanning and even nutritional guidance. They also have a wonderful hair & nail spa and a boutique with a wide selection of products to choose from. Take a peek at this awesome product, a lily mag fav!
Say Hi to Asheton! Asheton is our newest sales guru and client rep who just happens to be an expert in social media management! Not only will she be ensuring our clients have some kickin’ social media, she will also be a regular contributor to our beauty and fashion features! Now THAT’S a three-fold power punch for all of us!
“THE MICROBEADS USED IN TONS OF PERSONAL CARE PRODUCTS A R E N O T O N LY T O X I C T O O U R H E A LT H , T H E Y A R E T O X I C T O O U R PLANET AS WELL! GO MICROBEAD FREE!!!”
A healthy smile says it all! Since 2000, Northbridge Dental has been providing West Ashley and the greater Charleston area exceptional dental care. Because our office is on the smaller side, we can take the time to really get to know our patients and their families. We take pride in the fact that most are regulars and visit us year after year. 1164 Northbridge Dr Suite A, Charleston, SC 29407 843.852.3401| info@northbridgedentist.com
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S P E N D I N G T I M E W I T H K I D S R E M I N D S U S T H AT L I F E I S F U L L O F S W E E T S U R P R I S E S ! F I N D W AY S T O C E L E B R AT E FA L L T H I S S E A S O N W I T H T H O S E Y O U L O V E …
Special thanks to Arielle Stratton from Pure Fluff Co for her organic, all natural and totally yummy cotton candy, which made our cover shoot even sweeter and more fun. It’s official - she’s going to be at all future lily events! (purefluffco.com) LILY-MAGAZINE.COM | CELEBRATE FALL 2016 3 1
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