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Contents

NOVEMBER 2019

O U T TA K E S

All event photography by Mark O. Ramirez unless noted otherwise

22 Food Truck Garden Party 24 TransforMama Grand Opening 24 Vintage901 Underground Low Country Seafood Boil 26 The Emmett Award 2019 Presentation 26 Babcock Gifts 2019 Holiday Open House 28 Gossett Porsche Unveiling Party 29 Great Memphis Food Fight 32 Vive le ‘Que 34 Let It Fly Sports Bar Opening Celebration 34 Pink Hat Tea & Fashion Show 36 Chuck Hutton 100 Year Celebration 37 Memphis Women Rock-Cocktails & Conversations 38 Indie Memphis Film Festival Preview Party 40 Memphis Food & Wine Festival 41 Memphis Food & Wine Festival Kickoff Party 44 The Mid-South Latino Chamber of Commerce 2019 Conexión Gala 45 Lit Lounge Launch Party 46 My Big Backyard Bash 47 Power of the Purse 48 Cocktails, Canapes & Cats 49 The Little Black Dress Event 50 me & mrs. jones Grand Opening Celebration 52 Social Memphis 7th Anniversary Celebration 66 Art on Fire 81 SPAYtacular Gala

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F E AT U R E S 54 #Fashion: Beyond the Bayou 60 #Fashion: Must-Haves 62 Intercoiffure America Canada: 2019 Fall Atelier 64 #Gallery: Ken Hall's November Art Events 68 Owen Brennan’s: NOLA Lagniappe in the Bluff City 70 #Culinary: Holidays, On The Side 76 #InTheKitchenWith: Jenny Kish 79 #MemphisImpact

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Food Truck Garden Party

The Memphis Botanic Garden hosted the final Food Truck Garden Party of the season on October 9. The Star Wars themed evening was fun for all as Darth Vader, Chewbacca, and other characters mingled and posed for pictures. Until next season: “May the Force be with you.�

Logan, Susan & Aidan Schlegel

Elisa, Camila & Melissa Vincentelli

Robin Burks, Andrea Starnes & Christi Robinson

Renee, Thomas & Stella Cole

Sophie & Rowan Porter

May, Henry & Thomas Walker

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Aline Shibata, Reid Cates, Megan Wilson & Robyn Bills

Daniel & Laurel Robinson

Collier & Katie Griffin

Mike Allen, "Chewbacca" & Taylor Hendron

George, Chip, Tommy & Saint Richardson

Noah & Jason Huebel

Jeremy Jones & Jordan Wroten

NOVEMBER 2019

November 2019 Volume X • Number 11

PALLADIO CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE November 8-9th

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TransforMama Grand Opening

TransforMama, a work and play studio created by moms, celebrated its grand opening recently in Midtown.

It’s a great space for moms to gather, support one another, and grow together.

Whitney Winkler, Becca Figura & Natalie Neagam

Carole Morgan, Jessica Simpson & Brittney Mnichowski

Anna Chahal & Layne Carden

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Amir, Amary & Vanessa Chavez

Della, Diana & Eva Barzizza

Miki & Evan Swift, Brent Smoyer

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Vintage901 Underground Low Country Seafood Boil

The second Vintage901 Underground Low Country Seafood Boil was held recently in partnership with Common Table Health Alliance. It was a Memphis-style low country seafood boil prepared by Chef David Johnson of Central BBQ catering partner and Southern Table Catering. As with past underground experience events, the location was announced 48 hours prior to the event. This year, guests filled Bobby Lanier Park on a beautiful evening, and enjoyed local craft beer, MEMPoPS vodka fruit bars, live music, and a live art installment.

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Malique & Edwyna Jones, Todd Allen & Stacy Vason

Andrew & Ashley Tinker, Keith Turbett

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Thea Adell, Verna Lambert, Bianca Sweeten, Dorcas Young Griffin

Gloria Bates & Jamie Mack

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The Emmett Award 2019 Presentation

The 9th Annual Emmett Award Presentation was recently held at the home of Dan Reid. The Emmett O’Ryan Award for Artistic Inspiration is given annually by Renasant Bank to an outstanding visual artist, and it is named in honor of Emmett O'Ryan, a founding Board Member of Metropolitan Bank. This year’s award winner was Nancy Cheairs. Congratulations!

Daniel Reid, Nancy Cheairs, Jim Ruchman & Elizabeth Rouse

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Anthony Lee & Kiersten Williams

Ruthie O'Ryan & Blake Lichterman

Pam Wade, Cindy Tobin & Melissa Dambro

John Koch, Billie Jo Parker, Sabrina Wheeler & Melissa Dambro

Dan Reid, Nancy Cheairs, Jim Ruchman & Elizabeth Rouse

Welby Stamps & Jennifer Mulrooney

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Babcock Gifts 2019 Holiday Open House

Shoppers enjoyed a festive day at Babcock Gifts to kick off the holiday season at an open house held October 2 at the store, which is located at Laurelwood Shopping Center. Guests enjoyed refreshments and giveaways the perfect way to get in the holiday spirit.

Donna Nelson & Natalie Damore

Charles Stanley & Chris Blancett

Clay Woemmel, Sharron Grant & James Lenis

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Melody Oliver & Maggie Wyatt

Karen Ford, Mike Vernon & Cathy Dalfiume

Roger Terry & Brooks Terry

Chris Blancett & Lee Sandberg

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Gossett Porsche Unveiling Party

The Gossett Porsche exclusive 911 launch event at Erling Jensen The Restaurant on September 20th to unveil the eighth reincarnation of the world's most iconic sports car. With 443 horsepower accelerating from zero to 60 in 3.5 seconds. It's an icon, reborn. Enjoyed by all!

Al Gossett & Erling Jensen

Heather Marshall & David Graham

Mark & Sherri Cannon

Dr. Kishore & Uma Arcot

Laura & John Clauson

Shekinah Andrews & Rico Andrews

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Bill Vinson & Grant McGee

David Gossett, Jim Hines & Al Gossett

Perry Person & Christopher Lee

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Great Memphis Food Fight Grace House of Memphis

The Great Memphis Food Fight was a culinary exhibition and experience held at the Memphis Botanic Garden September 19 . The event was designed to entertain and excite the inner "foodie" to benefit Grace House of Memphis. Five celebrity chefs: Michael Patrick, Erling Jensen, David Krog, Phillip Ashley, and Randy Jefferson displayed their skills in a friendly fight to benefit Grace House and women battling addiction.

For over 40 years, Grace House has been providing substance abuse and co-occurring disorder treatment to women, providing hope and changing the lives of over 5,000 women and their families. gracehouseofmemphis.org

Carol LaRocca, Gena Morrow & Elizabeth Carlisle

Michael Strickland, Al LaRocca & John Adams

Danni Bruns, Joe Birch, Anna Grace Williams, Ron Belz

Kimberly Douglas & Krista Freeman

Ann Marie Upshaw, Caroline Nave, Brenda Welch & Karen McCarthy

Chefs Erling Jensen, Michael Patrick, Jasmine Bippus & David Krog

Angelia Allen, Diana Bedwell, Charlotte Hoppers & Jane Haggard

Stephanie Needham, Leslie LeMay, Sandee Tharnish & Melinda Needham

Julie Patterson & Stephanie Truitt

Teresa Bach, Stacee Zebb & Debbie McCown

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Vive le ‘Que

Vive le ‘Que, which is part of the Brooks Museum of Art series Vive Le Brooks! 2019, celebrated “all things BBQ and the beverages that wash it down” September 19 at Wiseacre Brewing Company. Guests enjoyed live music by Graber Grass, cocktails from Old Dominick, Wiseacre beer, and tours of the brewery. vivelebrooks.com.

Karen & Kirk Johnston, Betsy McKay

Bailey Butler & Reece McNeer

Jeff Rhodin, Jay Humphries & Aaron Cuellar

Leah Williford, Amelia Bailey, Jenny Savage & Mary Hopkins

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Christina Vranich & Jessica Toliuszis

Stefanie Smith & Trevor Fortune Fisher

Jamie Patterson & Bob Bell

Keith Tonkin, Lindsey Satterwhite, Cameron & Duncan Howell

Lain Bartosch, Bob & Laura Burditt, Glenn & Mollie Saxon

Kaitlin Kerns, Sam Clay, Elizabeth Dickson & Gaines Cook

Kara & Paul G. Smith

Nel Davis & Hannah Doohen

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Let it Fly Sports Bar Preview Party

Let It Fly Sports Bar, owned by former NBA player and University of Memphis men’s assistant basketball coach Mike Miller, recently held a weekend of grand opening celebrations. Let It Fly features plenty of sports memorabilia, 28 flat screen televisions, and two Full Swing Golf simulators. The traditional sports bar cuisine has an upscale flare with something for everyone’s tastes, including fabulous barbecue from Melissa Cookston, the Winningest Woman in BBQ. Let It Fly Sports Bar is located at 9091 Poplar Avenue Suite 101 and online at LetItFlyMemphis.com.

J.R. Williss, Shellie Kenton, David Rodriquez & Rickey Lesley

Kristi Ransom & Kayla Sanders

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Mike Jung, Chad Gilbert & Hayes Hora

Patrick Collins & Jennifer Biggs

Al LaRocca & Romeo Khazen

Darcy Thomas, Nick Burchett & Ellen Dykes

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Pink Hat Tea & Fashion Show

The 2019 Pink Hat Tea & Fashion Show was the annual fundraiser for the Sisters in Service Foundation, Inc. the philanthropic arm of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Beta Epsilon Omega Chapter. One hundred percent of the proceeds raised from this event support scholarships for students of the Mid-South and the program and community initiatives of this chapter and AKA Sorority international programs.

Sisters in Service Foundation, Incorporated, serves as an anchor of community stabilization via philanthropic support in Memphis and surrounding communities. Since 1990, it has awarded thousands of dollars in scholarships to deserving students pursuing post-secondary educational goals, and supported various community programs, through the international program initiatives of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.

Regina Driskill, Brieana Driskill & Ariana Moulds

Brenda Echols & Elsie Holmes

Lewanda Gipson, Kathy Odell, Marlene Payne, Lynda Griggs & Cheryl Turner

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Jane Venson -Talford, Teleesa Payne Mason & Jarchella Miller

Eldra Perry & Jennifer Mays

Victoria Vaughn & Myra Parker

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Chuck Hutton 100 Year Celebration

Chuck Hutton dealerships celebrated 100 years in the automobile business with family, friends, employees and business associates at a fun and festive party held at the Memphis Zoo.

Jim & Trish Dean

Henry & Lisa Hutton, Cathy & Tim Dalfiume

Chris & Jack Conway

Thedra Turner & Amariyun Fair

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Pam Kimery & Fred Kappel

Amy & Jim Howell

Mark & Carol Akin

Ralph & Gale Pope

Laura & Will James, Clayton & Amanda Yohanek

Jake Carter & Shara Clark

Matt Shorter & Chancey Wade

Bruce & Janie Hopkins, Robert Hanusovsky & Merilyn Mangum

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Memphis Women Rock Cocktails & Conversations Memphis Women Rock recently hosted the annual Cocktails & Conversations on September 7 at The Guest House at Graceland. This mix and mingle event brought together ladies in Memphis and surrounding areas to enjoy cocktails and listen to female entrepreneurs share business content, their journey, and overcoming adversity. Photos by Main Stream Images.

Jodie Shaw & Madison Derden

Patrice Holly & Erin Henderson

Latiesha Hemphill & Sherill Rogers Davis

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THANKSGIVING 2019 FAMILY-STYLE MEAL Thursday, November 28, 2019 11:00am – 3:00pm Executive Chef Leland Spence Adults $50 Children Aged 6 to 12 $20 Children 5 and under free with accompanying adult Alcoholic beverages available a la carte For reservations, call 901-334-5950 or visit: downtownbleu.com/thanksgiving2019 Convenient, affordable valet parking provided by Westin Memphis Beale Street.

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Indie Memphis Film Festival Preview Party

Indie Memphis recently hosted a Preview Party for the 2019 Film Festival. The party was held at the Rec Room, and announced the full slate of films to be featured during the festival. This is the 22nd year for the Indie Memphis Film Festival, and it takes place through November 4, with encore screenings November 5-7. For a complete list of films, screening locations, and ticket information, visit indiememphis.com.

Deidra Hawkins, Marie Bobo & Veronica Bobo

Matt & Kate Marker

Josh Huddleston & Christy Fili

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Memphis Food & Wine Festival

The Memphis Food & Wine Festival was a magnificent evening under the stars at the Memphis Botanic Garden on October 12. The premiere event featured 40 chefs, 200 wines, and Memphis music on the Live Garden stage. Guests enjoyed the incredible foods prepared by renowned chefs including local greats Wally Jo and Jose Gutierrez, plus numerous chefs from across the globe. Southern Glazers Wine & Spirits and numerous vintners were pouring the magnificent wines in signature Memphis Food & Wine Festival Riedel wine glasses. Most importantly, funds were raised for the FedExFamilyHouse, a home away from home for out-of-town families with children receiving treatment at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital. At press time, Festival accounting was not yet complete, but the projected goal is to continue a six-figure donation. Kudos and congratulations for a superb 2019 installment of the Memphis Food & Wine Festival!

Photography by Frank Chin.

Sam & Alex Shanksy

Zach & Jenny Kleiman

Shawn Holliday & Lori Gardner

Ardaedra Harden & Terry Dixon

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Lindsey Jackson, Amber Collier & Melissa Cardwell

Annell Savage & Colby Midgett

Shelby David & Michael Zepatos

Catarsha Atkins & Carlos Lopez

Jeremy Pflug & Nicole Wolcott

Okam Bingol & Alain Piraux

Verdella Robinson, Amber Crenshaw & Laura Doyle

Landen & Justin Kemp

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Rene, Nancy & David Bustamante

Chef Erling Jensen

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Gina Andreuccetti & Mary Linder

Linda & James Gattas

Jo Tran & Callie Do

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Memphis Food & Wine Kickoff Party

The pre-party before the official party was a night of fun for sponsors, chefs, vintners, and guests before the Festival the following night. Friends gathered to talk food, wine and toast the Memphis Food & Wine Festival and the fundraising for FedExFamilyHouse. Photography by Frank Chin.

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Renee Trammell & Nikki Schroeder

Jose Gutierrez & Konrad Spitzbart

Thompson Ferguson & Katie Mars

Tara Simpson & Hannah Pryon

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Guests attending the Mid-South Latino Chamber of Commerce 2019 Conexion Gala enjoyed a night full of Latino flavors, live music and an amazing keynote speaker - Richard Montañez, the inventor of Flamin’ Hot Cheetos and Vice President of Multicultural Sales & Community Promotions PepsiCo, North American Divisions.

The Mid-South Latino Chamber of Commerce, works to foster Hispanic economic development, advocate, promote, and facilitate the success of Hispanic businesses and the Mid-South community in general.

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Monica Barringer, Ivette Baldizon & Lori Guy

Aitza & Juan Castillo

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Dania & Robert Watson, Joan Allison

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Mahal Burr & Rachel Chandler

Maria Grear & Andria Suels

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Lit Lounge Launch Party

The Lit Lounge at the FedEx Forum recently hosted a launch party, just in time for basketball season. Lit - Live In Today - is an ultra premium vodka and is the Official Vodka of the Memphis Grizzlies. Stop by the Lit Lounge and have a sip of the new vodka in town!

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My Big Backyard Bash

To celebrate the 10 th anniversary of My Big Backyard, the world-class children’s garden at the Memphis Botanic Garden, a Backyard Bash was held September 21. The day kicked off with a family-fun backyard party, and that evening an adults-only backyard bash featured food, live music, Wiseacre beer, live football streaming, and a silent auction. Both parties provided the perfect “big birthday” celebration ambiance. Funds raised will help support ongoing maintenance and upkeep of the current My Big Backyard spaces, as well as the construction of future projects and educational activities and exhibits.

Emily Taylor & Emilie Wetick

Michelle Sully, Emily Sadlow & Mary Helen Holman

Anna & Grant Stark, Mary Helen & Mark Butler

Lyndal Canale, Sally Nickele & Natalie Hollaway

Ryan & Lizzy Haymond, Erin Hatley & Ed Coleman

Katelyn & Taylor Caughron

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Erika Bomarito, Blake Green & Mari Authement

Taylor & Drew Herndon

Topley Edenton, Paul McDonald, Priscilla Thompson

Mike Allen, Paul Harris, Michelle & David Scully

David Dornbos & Jessi Hale

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Power of the Purse

The 2019 Power of the Purse Auction, hosted by the Women’s Foundation for a Greater Memphis, was held October 10 at the Children’s Museum. Guests shopped with a purpose for designer purses, shoes, jewelry, entertainment and vacation packages graciously donated by local and national businesses.

Started in 2009, the Women’s Foundation Legends Award was created to pay tribute to innovative women whose work embodies the mission of the Women’s Foundation.

Jabiana Bolden, Carl Person & Silvia Alvarez

Rosemarie Fair, Camille Reifers & Nisha Powers

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Jan & Ron Coleman

Susan Prince, Noma Anderson & Julie Schap

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Cocktails, Canapes & Cats Creative Aging

Creative Aging's Cocktails, Canapes & Cats supported Creative Aging’s mission of enriching seniors’ lives through the arts. The lovely evening included cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, followed by Theatre Memphis' rendition of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s classic musical, Cats.

Creative Aging enhances the quality of life for Mid-South seniors by stimulating their minds, creativity and sense of self through arts programs that engage, educate and entertain. creativeagingmidsouth.org.

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Randy Rhodes, Nancy Willis, Angela Howard & Howard Adcock

Jenny Savage & Kristy Gipson

Sharon & Josh Shipley, Colleen Wilson & Catherine Harris

Joe & Jennifer Roberts, Mia Henley

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Stacey Richards, Paul Henley & Joelle Rogin

Lester Brown & Ann Dandridge

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Frances McDonald, Barbara Wilson, Frankie Wade & Grace Upshaw

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The Little Black Dress Event Dress for Success

The “Little Black Dress" event presented by Dress for Success Memphis was a fun evening where women showcased their most darling little black dresses and exotic shoes, while men display their favorite suit and tie. This year’s Little Black Dress Event was held August 26 at the Hilton Memphis and marked the 20th anniversary of this worthy cause.

Dress for Success Memphis is a non-profit organization whose mission is to empower women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire and the development tools to help women thrive in work and in life. memphis.dressforsuccess.org

Wendy Gipson & Arriell Gipson

Gwenda Hudson, Cynthia Lewis & Hon. Loyce Lambert Ryan

Sherila Jones-Tuggle, Kayla Washington & Samantha Green

Jason & Joyce Kyles

Miss USA Cheslie Kryst & Rhonda Treadwell

Aparna Basu & Christopher Narayanan

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me & mrs. jones Grand Opening Celebration

me & mrs. jones, a working/teaching decorative painting studio and DIY boutique, recently opened a new East Memphis location at 600 South Perkins Road. This space, located adjacent to Social and Therapy, combines all the specialty DIY products and knowledgeable staff from her two previous locations. The celebration included a visit from Lisa Rickert, CEO of Jolie Paints and Ave Home furniture, who was demonstrating painting techniques and colormixing. For information on class schedules and more, visit mrsjonespaintedfinishes.com

Emily Shepard & Kristin Canfield

Parker Azwell & Will Jones

Celia Scott & Lisa Rickert

Leah Willcoxon, Michelle Short, Stephanie Jones, Kari Roberts & Margaret Apple

Mrs. Jones' Take on Pumpkin Spice: We love to spruce up plastic pumpkins with SaltwashŽ� for texture and Jolie paint & wax for gorgeous colors and finishes. The silk craft-store leaves were painted with Modern Masters Metal Effects paints, which magically react and oxidize.

Here, we used copper and bronze as a finishing touch. Add guests' names or your menu items using a metallic paint pen for a terrific tablescape.

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Social Memphis 7th Anniversary Celebration

Social Memphis - a shop for gracious living - celebrated 7 years in the business recently. Social’s owner, Carmen Bond, had a dream to open an antique shop full of treasures found all over the world mixed with interesting objects and gifts as well, and she celebrated this momentous 7-year birthday with shoppers and friends October 17 & 18 during parties held at the beautiful shop located in East Memphis.

Cindy Gambrell, Bobby & JJ Krauch

Lela Gerald & Courtney McVean

Jason Foley, Lexi Allen & Leah Willcoxon

Kathryn Painter, Laine Park & Ellen Atkins

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Lissa Noel & Lee Anderson Barnett

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BEYOND THE BAYOU he iconic Owen Brennan's has been T bringing Crescent City cuisine to the Bluff City for 30 years. With a charismatic and spirited staff, fine Cajun cuisine, hand-crafted cocktails, and vibrant and elegant ambiance, Owen Brennan's has continued to be the spot where Memphians can get the authentic taste of New Orleans right here in the 901. So "Laissez les bons temps rouler " as we introduce our November Fashion Issue photographed at Owen Brennan's!

TA I LO R E D TO P P E R A classic brass-buttoned blazer in warm-toned herringbone is the keystone piece for this ‘70s inspired look. This neutral jersey midi dress can be the starter for countless ensembles, while eye-catching accessories like the color-flecked felt hat and lapel pin from provide distinctive notes.

Dress from Sorelle Boutique Blazer from Oak Hall Brooch from Kittie Kyle Hat from Lansky 126 Necklace from Lori James 54

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COZY C O M PA N I O N S No reservations whatsoever about combining multiple textures to dish up a fun fall look! Start with a wide wale corduroy jacket blend in with this fabulously fuzzy sweater, and finish with tone-on-tone mock croc patterned jeans. This statement necklace provides another element of texture and ties the look together.

Jacket and pants from Lansky 126 Sweater and necklace from Kittie Kyle

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ON THE MENU The perfect recipe for a hip holiday look calls for a stunning fur-trimmed jacket paired with a richly hued tie -dye blouse and coated jeans.

Blouse from Sorelle Boutique Coat, belt, and pants from Oak Hall Necklace from Kittie Kyle Ring from Southern Avenue Company

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R A I S E T H E BA R Toast the season in this powerfully patterned jumpsuit. Mix in a healthy pour of pizzazz with a show-stopping necklace literally a piece of wearable sculpture.

Jumpsuit and necklace from Kittie Kyle Purse from Lori James Earrings from Southern Avenue Company

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“ M I N T � TO B E This sleekly styled jumpsuit looks perfectly polished when paired with this luxurious strand of light turquoise. Add an embellished clutch to tote your holiday evening essentials.

Jumpsuit from The Pink Door Clutch from Kittie Kyle Necklaces from Southern Avenue Company

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MCKENDREE WALKER, PHOTOGRAPHER ELISE RAWLINSON, STYLIST ASHLEY FISHER, MODEL, AMAX TALENT AND CREATIVE MANAGEMENT ALEX POWELL, MAKE-UP ARTIST JONATHAN WATKINS, HAIR STYLIST, EDEN SPA JIM BAKER, OWEN BRENNAN'S

LU X E L AY E R S This cream ruffled dress and silky beaded vest create a symphony of texture and shine when overlaid with a sumptuous velvet trench.

Polish off the look with a bold and sophisticated necklace and stacked bangles.

Dress and vest from Oak Hall Duster from Kittie Kyle Necklace from Southern Avenue Company

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N o v e m b e r M u s t- H a v e s Locket from Southern Avenue Company

Suede Booties from Sorelle Boutique

Floral resin earrings from The Pink Door Rainbow fur jacket from Lansky 126

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Intercoiffure America Canada: 2019 Fall Atelier

Sheila Wilson & Chris Appleton

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heila Wilson, Owner of Master Design Salon & Wellness Studio, is the President of Intercoiffure America Canada, and will serve as president for the next three years. Intercoiffure Mondial, located in Paris, is a global organization for salon owners representing 40 countries. Each country has their own membership within their region/country. America Canada is the largest.

Sheila is the spokesperson representing the voice of salon owners/businesses not only within our country, but globally as well. “One of the most exciting aspects that comes with this position is to be able to network, open doors globally and to highlight the many talented people into this industry,” Sheila says.

Recently, Intercoiffure America Canada hosted the 2019 Fall Atelier Connect & Communicate weekend October 12-14 in New York City at the New York Hilton Midtown. The Intercoiffure Atelier is known to the world as “The Best of the Best,” and the event was attended by 800 stylists from all over the world.As president, Sheila welcomed attendees and kicked-off the mainstage presentations from industry leaders.

Some of the industry legends and educators attending were: Maurice Tidy, who was Sassoon's assistant for many years and acknowledged as the man who created the layered cut; Ann Bray, who had a salon in Birmingham, Alabama, and now is credited for the designs of the hair for the royalty in Hunger Games, Game of Thrones and is currently designing the hair for the new Eddie Murphy's Coming to America 2; Chris Appleton, who is the celebrity stylist for the Kardashians, Jennifer Lopez, Katy Perry and Ariana Grande; and Tabatha Coffey from the TV fame Tabatha’s Salon Takeover.

We chatted with Sheila about the latest in hair health, styles and hair color for men and women.

“Hair is the main accessory that defines our look, our feelings and our confidence. We see our hair as an extension of who we are. I think most people really do not understand the importance of a healthy scalp, and why it is imperative for healthy hair.

Today, we have more hair loss in both genders and in all ages than we have ever had... This is a sign of what is happening to the hair fiber externally as well as internally. There is no drive through fix... it takes a lifestyle change and an honest evaluation of what is causing the loss or breakage. We do have systems that work to increase the hair growth and now with new technology, we can chart the progress using a hand-held microscope and advise on the facts rather than guessing.

Reconditioning and proper cleansing is the first item any man or woman should have in their beauty regimen.

The second is a good cut that suits their face, texture of hair and lifestyle. Hair color is the enhancement of the cut or style.

MEN: We have seen in the last year the global boom of a refined or definite look in a cut for the men. The awareness of groomed facial hair. The reduction of grey and more scalp treatments in the men's market.

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WOMEN: The global trend for women is moving to shorter hair or a more defined cut if the hair is longer. She states that in the past, women wanted to be an individual, make their own statement and trying different styles as they changed their lifestyle. “Over the last 10 years that individual statement tapered off but I see a strong confidence coming back in the women's market. It is exciting to see the return of lashes, hairpieces and brows that make a statement. Not afraid of showing their own style,” Sheila says.

While Sheila has a remarkable responsibility serving as president of Intercoiffure America Canada she also truly enjoys working with her clients. “Not only do we, as stylists, help make people look better, but feel better, and touch each others lives.”

Hair color and scissors/razors do not work on their own, they are the tools that the professional uses to achieve the desired results. Continued education is expected in any industry, but is a must in the beauty industry.

Sheila says as she travels domestically and abroad, people get excited when they hear she is from Memphis.

“They know about our food, our music, St. Jude and our city's growth. If they have not been here they all want to come. I love that I can represent Memphis and my industry at the same time.”

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NOVEMBER ART EVENTS The month which lies between our annual fall festivals and the holiday season. If it is a chance to catch your breath, there is still no lack of activities and options. Indie Memphis Film Festival is absolutely one of the best events of the year and it gets better every year. Peter Pan comes back to Playhouse. Favorites! On the newer side of things, this month offers some interesting lectures and University of Memphis Opera continues to bring fantastic, if lesser known, offerings. And who could resist a 9.5 hour reading of Paradise Lost! It is a delightfully eclectic mix this month.

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Opera Goes to Broadway Opera Memphis, Dixon Gallery, 7:30pm, through 11/3

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Lauren Benton Marcus Orr Center, U of M, UC Room 300, 6pm Ruthless! the Musical Theatre Memphis, 2pm, through 11/23 Art by Carl Scott Gallery Ten Ninety-One, WKNO, 7151 Cherry Farms Rd, 2-4pm, through 11/26 |

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Music By WWI Poets & Composers Beethoven Club, Elmwood Cemetery, 3pm Landscapes from a Different View art by Jim Henderson Memphis Botanic Garden, 2-4pm 3D Modeling to Record Inscriptions on the Giant Columns of Karnak Temple by Dr. Peter Brand U of M, UC Room 350, 7pm New Ballet’s Nut Remix Cannon Center, 7:30/5:30/2:30, through 11/17 Haunted By God: The Life of Dorothy Day play CBU, 7pm Peter Pan Playhouse on the Square, through 12/29 Marathon reading of Paradise Lost Rhodes College, English Commons Room, 7:30am-5pm Smoke on the Mountain – Homecoming play Bartlett Performing Arts Center, 2:30 pm A Whole New World concert led by Steve Katz Mariposas Collective, Amro Music, 2pm A wonderful collection of performers in a great space for a good cause – that’s all you need to know, just go.

Broad Strokes art by Jared Small David Lusk Gallery 6-8pm, through 12/21 Junie B. Jones The Musical Circuit Playhouse, through 12/22 Holiday Bazaar Memphis College of Art, through 11/23 The final of a long and beloved tradition. Please go and buy.

The Book of Mormon Orpheum Theatre, through 11/10 St George’s Art Show 1880 Wolf River Boulevard, through 11/9

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Puccini Plus U of M Opera, Harris Auditorium, 7:30pm, through 11/23 Full staging of Act 1 of Puccini’s only operetta La Rondine and also highlights from Mascagni’s L’amico Fritz.

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The 10th annual Art on Fire was held October 19, and this popular party is known as one of the most festive fall fundraisers in Memphis! The party, held on the Dixon’s South Lawn, featured a roaring bonfire, fabulous food, live music, the “Hot Off the Wall” art sale, and a large silent auction. dixon.org

Marilyn Johnson & Zakiya Muhammad

Kristen Waddell, Michelle Pao & Laura Pao

Aryen Moore-Alston & Chantal Drake

Rob Ruble & Laura Alexander

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Patty Gardner & Karen Smith

Jim & Mimi Taylor

Irenee & Lee Strack

Audrey Norwood, Melanie Walls & Cliff Morris

Brad, Pedro, Esther & Kelsey Westmoreland

Emily Rice, Kontji Anthony & Daryl Smith

Jason & Kelly Roy, Greg & Nicole Lake

Jacque & Steve McGhee, George Smith

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Eva Clay & Jeff Box

Justin Williams & Danielle Minder

Andy & Jenni Falkof

Bill & Susan Warner, Barbara & Vernon Stafford

Ronnie Gilmer, Judd Trimble, Michael Hoots & Robert Hollingsworth

Jenna & Pat Guessford

Bubba Caldwell, Mandy Mottern, Marisa & Tom Jones

Dustin Stokes & Alli McCommon

Josh Taylor & Crystal Gardner

Amanda Vogel & Joan Vogel

Scott & Andrea McQueen

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Owen Brennan’s: NOLA Lagniappe in the Bluff City

By Sandi Butler Hughes Photography by Jim Baker

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wen Brennan’s has been an East Memphis institution for three decades. The popular eatery has anchored The Regalia at Poplar and Ridgeway since 1990. A cornerstone since the shopping mecca first opened, Owen Brennan’s was designed by a renowned restaurant architectural design firm. With upscale and perfectly appointed details, even Hollywood took notice and used it as a movie set. Leading the “OB” team of 82 employees is Jim Baker, owner, restaurateur and patriarch. Jim, along with his wife Judy and their three children Austin, Lawson, and Becky have been the foundation of the business for 30 years. The family is lovingly represented in a large New Orleans-themed mural in the exclusive private dining room at the rear of the restaurant. 4Memphis had the pleasure of spending a day in Owen Brennan’s with Jim, Becky, and the staff as we shot our fashion feature for November (see pages 54-60). We were treated as welcomed guests, and we made ourselves at home for the day in the beautiful space.

We were even treated to a wonderful spread of breakfast and lunch, complete with an afternoon snack of chocolate dipped strawberries and a bottomless pot of coffee!

Between eating and shooting, we asked Jim and the family a few questions about Owen Brennan’s history and their secret sauce for success.

4M: What was the inspiration for opening Owen Brennan's in Memphis?

JIM: Actually, Burt Wolf (journalist and chef) had the idea, and I was one of the three investment banking firms that raised the initial money to start the business. Approximately one year later, the restaurant wasn’t being run properly and was bankrupt.

I became the General Partner/Manager with a significant ownership percentage. Over time, I bought out all of my silent investors-partners.

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Now, my family and I own 100% of Owen Brennan’s.

Judy, Jim’s wife of 41 years: Jim is the business- end of our relationship, and I’m the healthcare-side. But I remember Jim telling me about the opportunity and excitement having Burt Wolf come in. We both enjoyed watching Burt on TV when he would go into different restaurants around the globe and how interesting it was to see the dishes and learn about the culture.

4M: How do you carry on the New Orleans tradition in Memphis?

JIM: We are always looking for new New Orleans food ideas and recipes. We have added numerous things to the menu while we have kept 70% of our original dishes.

JUDY: First and foremost you can’t walk into OB without feeling like you’re stepping into New Orleans. The décor draws you in and the sounds of Lannie’s Jazz band gets your blood flowing during Sunday brunch. We share our take on New Orleans cuisine and love to celebrate the Louisiana traditions of Fat Tuesday and Mardi Gras.

BECKY: When you walk into the restaurant, you are instantly transported to a feeling of being in the middle of the French Quarter. With high ceilings and chandeliers to the large float pieces and intricate ironwork, everywhere you look screams “New Orleans.”

4M: What are the most popular dishes? How do you give a Memphis twist to the New Orleans institution?

JIM: We are always looking for new New Orleans food ideas and recipes. We have added numerous things to the menu while we have kept 70% of our original dishes.

JUDY: First and foremost you can’t walk into OB without feeling like you’re stepping into New Orleans.

The décor draws you in and the sounds of Lannie’s Jazz band gets your blood flowing during Sunday brunch. We share our take on New Orleans cuisine and love to celebrate the Louisiana traditions of Fat

Tuesday and Mardi Gras.

BECKY: When you walk into the restaurant, you are instantly transported to a feeling of being in the middle of the French Quarter. With high ceilings and chandeliers to the large float pieces and intricate ironwork, everywhere you look screams “New Orleans.”

4M: What are the most popular dishes? How do you give a Memphis twist to the New Orleans institution?

JIM: Wow! If there is one description, it’s that Owen Brennan’s is all about authentic New Orleans flavor. All of the recipes are our own. If you prefer it spicy, it is on the table in several popular varieties of hot sauce. Our favorite dishes include the Pasta Jambalaya, Crawfish Etouffee, Oysters Rockefeller, Eggs Hussarde, Blackened Redfish Perez, Bananas Foster, and Jackson Square Bread Pudding with Myers’s Rum Sauce.

BECKY: We have never strayed from the original recipes of our traditional dishes, and each dish is still made in house from scratch. Some of our cooks have been with us for as long as 27 years, which has helped us maintain the consistency in our dishes.

4M: What is OB best known for?

JIM: All of the dishes we’ve mentioned, plus our famous Sunday Jazz Brunch. We have won the #1 Best Brunch by numerous magazine and newspaper polls over our 30 years.

BECKY: Sunday brunch is like a big family get-together, with Lannie and the boys playing and families singing. And then there is Shorty throwing plates and tossing omelets! Besides our Sunday brunch we have a large business lunch crowd. With our ambiance and private dining spaces, we host a variety of business, political, social & charity events. Then you can’t forget our regulars. They are our extended family. In that way we are a “Cheers” bar.

Everyone has their place in the restaurant, their favorite server or bartender. They share their lives with us and are a part of ours as well.

LAWSON: I believe people come back to a restaurant for one of three reasons: food, service, ambiance. I think it’s the consistent combination of all three day after day, year after year, then eventually decade after decade. At some point, food + service + ambiance give way to nostalgia. From closing business dinners, Mother’s Day brunches, to proposals and weddings, I think lots of Memphians have life events they remember here.

working with me as an invaluable Manager over both the Front and Back of the House. All of my children and my wife, Judy continue to offer priceless advice and suggestions all of the time. I do get a lot of feedback, much of which I incorporate into Owen Brennan’s.

JUDY: Everyone has worked at OB at some point in time except me unless you want to count the time I came in and rolled silverware during Mother’s Day or that I used to decorate for the holidays. Becky has a long history of working in restaurants besides OB, and she has found her niche at Owen Brennan’s. She pays close attention to details to the customer experience, general oversight of the running of the organization.

BECKY: My father nurtured this restaurant with the design help of my mother while my brothers and I all at some point were working in the restaurant. We were all required to work our way up and put in our dues from front to back of house. We were raised to know the value of hard work.

Lawson and I were also sent to train in New Orleans at Brennan’s and learn from the staff. We spent two weeks training with Clark and Blake Brennan.Three days after we left New Orleans, Katrina hit, and the city was changed forever. All of us in the Baker family still have our hands in the business now, whether we are present every day or not. We all love Owen Brennan’s and hope to see it grow even more in the future.

For those of you that have been a part of our history and for those that are becoming a part of our future, thank you. Thank you for growing with us and helping spread love through food.

– Becky Baker

4M: What do you want Memphians to enjoy most when they dine with you?

JIM: We always win the best ambiance and atmosphere.

Our restaurant design was created by one of the world’s most famous restaurant design firms, Morris Nathanson Design. I can tell when someone walks in the front door if they have never been there before. We have “eye candy” from the floor to the ceiling! All of the large Mardi Gras décor pieces came off of New Orleans Mardi Gras floats.

AUSTIN: There are so many charitable events that we supported over the years, and I am proud of the difference we have made. Also I have enjoyed getting to know and celebrating the employees that are like family to us. Seeing our external and internal impact through the people we have served has been immensely impactful to me.

4M: What has been the Baker family involvement at OB? JIM: All of my children have worked for me. Austin, my oldest son, was a bus boy, and later has worked with me in training our staff and managers. Austin has been very successful with his human resources consulting company, HRO-Partners. Lawson worked with me as a server and a manager before graduating law school. Becky is currently

4M: What are some memorable moments over the past 30 years?

JIM: For 2 ½ days, the movie “The Firm”, with Tom Cruise and Gene Hackman, filmed at Owen Brennan’s.

Tom would go straight back to his trailer after a shot was filmed, but Gene always stayed around and talked with everyone. He would go to the kitchen and cook up a storm!

We have hosted numerous political leaders including Senators and House members from Washington as well as a host of Tennessee politicians. Major Fortune 500 companies have hosted events with us, including Fred Smith of FedEx. We have a state-of-the-art video system in our private dining room – plus a 30’ ceiling and beautiful light streams in the windows.

JUDY: What I think is most memorable are the relationships our staff have with the customers. Some people often come in on certain days when they know a waiter or bartender typically works because they always take great care of them. One of our bartenders Brian who worked for us for many years recently moved to California. Brian always took great care of his customers. He would even ask Jim and I to move when we were sitting at the bar to ensure his customers got a seat! Not many staff members would be comfortable asking their boss to move but Brian did, and we respected him for it. During his last week with us, so many of his long-time customers came in to wish him the best. To me, that says a lot about what type of customer service and longstanding relationships we have at Owen Brennan’s.

AUSTIN: Personally one of my earliest memories was getting pulled out of school to see “The Firm” be filmed in the restaurant. Tom Cruise and Gene Hackman were right there in front of me, and it was surreal to see all the production that was going on, it was incredible.

LAWSON: I remember throwing up in the restroom after eating way too much dinner plus a Bananas Foster on the patio for my 11th or 12th birthday!

BECKY: Most of my memories come from growing up in the middle of the restaurant. I have known some of our employees and regulars for more than half of my life.

They are my family. They are a part of me and who I am.

We laugh, cry, learn and grow together.

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Holidays, On The Side Side dishes can make the holiday turkey or ham extra-special, making the gathering around the table extra-memorable. Try these twists on classic favorites for your food-centric-celebrations this season!

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SALUD! AT WHOLE FOODS POPLAR AVENUE Cast Iron Vegan Sage Cornbread 2 tablespoons ground flax seeds 6 tablespoons boiling water 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup cornmeal 1⁄4 cup sugar 4 teaspoons baking powder 3⁄4 teaspoon table salt 1 cup soy milk 1⁄4 cup canola oil, plus 2 tablespoons for the pan 1 ½ tablespoons fresh sage leaves, chiffonade plus 8-10 whole leaves for garnish

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Place an 8 inch cast iron skillet in the center of the oven and preheat to 425°F. Place the ground flax seed in a small bowl and pour the boiling water over top, stirring well to combine. Allow it to sit for 3 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally.

When oven and pan are preheated, carefully pour the 2 tablespoons in the pan and return to the oven to heat while you prepare the batter.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well-combined.

In a medium bowl, combine the ground flax seed mixture, soy milk, canola oil and chiffonade sage to the flour mixture. Beat just until smooth (do not overbeat).

Pour into preheated skillet. Gently arrange the sage leaves on top, pressing lightly to adhere to the batter. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.

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BLEU RESTAURANT & LOUNGE Candied Yams 5 yams, peeled and sliced into ½ inch coins ½ pound butter, cubed Cinnamon ½ cup brown sugar ¼ cup granulated sugar 1 tablespoon salt Spray rectangle baking pan with cooking spray. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Layer the sweet potato coins in the pan. Mix dry ingredients together and sprinkle on the top of the sweet potatoes. Add cubed butter on top of the potatoes, and then the dry ingredients. Cover with foil and bake for 1 and ½ hours or until sweet potatoes are tender.

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ITTA BENA Baked Mac & Cheese 1/2 pound elbow pasta 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 2 (12-ounce) cans evaporated milk 12 ounces shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese, about 3 cups, divided 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

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Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions; drain well. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium high heat. Whisk in flour, paprika and onion powder until lightly browned, about 1 minute.

Gradually whisk in evaporated milk until slightly thickened, about 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in 2 cups cheddar cheese and parmesan. Stir in pasta; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Divide pasta mixture into 5 (10-ounce) or 6 (8-ounce) ramekins or oven-proof bowls. Place onto a baking sheet; sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheddar cheese. Place into oven and bake until golden brown, about 20-25 minutes.

Serve immediately, garnished with chives, if desired.

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ERLING JENSEN Brown Butter Meringue 5 large egg whites 1 2/3 cups dark brown sugar Âź teaspoon salt 2 cups brown butter

Whip egg whites, sugar, and salt in a stand mixer (such as Kitchen-Aid) on high with whisk attachment; mix until stiff peaks form. Reduce speed by half. Add brown butter 2 tablespoons at a time. The meringue will deflate slightly after butter is added. Place mixture in a piping bag with your favorite tip, and pipe onto sweet potatoes.

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OWEN BRENNAN’S Sweet Potato Hash 2 medium sweet potatoes, cut into ¼” cubes 2 Idaho potatoes, cut into ¼” cubes ½ medium red onion, diced 2 green bell peppers, diced 2 red bell peppers, diced Salt and pepper to paste Butter

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Set fryer to 300 degrees. Fry sweet potatoes for around 4 minutes; add Idaho potatoes and fry for around 2 minutes or until a fork can go through.

Remove from fryer and let grease drain off on a paper towel.

After removing the grease, mix your potatoes, onions and peppers in a mixing bowl. In a large skillet over medium heat, add butter then add potato mixture; salt and pepper to taste. Saute until onions and peppers become tender. Remove from heat and serve.

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In the Kitchen with

A Taste of the Middle East

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enny Kish loves to cook for her family and friends. Her kitchen is centrally located in her home and features a large island for cooking.

One of her specialties to make is Baklava, a Middle-Eastern dessert made of phyllo pastry filled with chopped nuts.

Jenny grew up in Beirut, Lebanon, and her husband Sarkis grew up in Damascus, Syria. They met in Montreal, Canada, and later moved to Memphis where they raised their two children - Mary Anne and Sarko.

Mary Anne lives in Little Rock, Arkansas, with her husband and two children, and Sarko lives in Memphis and runs the family business Sarkis Kish Oriental Rugs. Sarkis has retired from the business but still consults and works with his son Sarko on a regular basis. Her children, grandchildren, and friends love all of her cooking, but Baklava is one of their favorites!

Jenny says her mother-in-law taught her the Baklava recipe, and Jenny makes it for the holidays, her bridge playing group, family, and dinner parties. “Instead of bringing a bottle of wine to dinner parties we are invited to, I take a big tray of Baklava,” Jenny says. She and Sarkis have supported many charities over the years, including Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Memphis, The Orpheum Theatre and its auctions, The Buckman Performing Arts Center at St. Mary’s School, The Dixon, and Opera Memphis to name a few. “In the past, I gave a dinner party at my home as an auction item because I like to help as much as I can. At a recent Boys & Girls Clubs auction, a dinner party I donated to host at my house went for $2,000,” Jenny says. We bet guests were treated to Jenny’s delicious and famous Baklava!

BAKLAVA:

2 cups pecans, finely chopped 1 cup pecans, coarsely chopped 2 tablespoons sugar ½ teaspoon cinnamon Dash of clove 4 sticks of unsalted butter Phyllo dough Mix the pecans, sugar, cinnamon and clove in a small bowl. Melt 4 sticks of unsalted butter and spread over the bottom of a pan.

Next, layer the phyllo dough, letting it hang over the side of the pan, then brush butter on the top layer of the phyllo (butter the phyllo as you are layering it). After several layers of phyllo dough brushed with melted butter spread the pecan mixture over the phyllo. Next, layer the phyllo and brush with melted butter. Once finished, cut into angled pieces. Pour sugar topping* over the top and bake at 350 degrees for about 45 minutes.

SUGAR TOPPING:

Jenny says this is best to make a day ahead and leave out at room temperature.

1 ¼ cup sugar 1 cup water 1 stick of cinnamon 2-3 cloves Add all the ingredients to a small pot and cook over medium heat.

Stir at the beginning and at first boil put in 2-3 drops of lemon (so the sugar does not harden). Let it boil for about 15 - 20 minutes, and cook over medium heat for 30 minutes. If you overcook it, you won’t be able to pour it over the Baklava.

Jenny says she makes the Baklava the “morning of”, or at least lets it cool a few hours before serving or taking somewhere.

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SPAYtacular Gala

The 13th annual SPAYtacular Gala, hosted by Spay Memphis, was held October 5 at ANF Architects. Guests enjoyed mingling with fellow animal welfare advocates to raise money for Spay Memphis while enjoying a festive evening of food, live music from Josh & Janina Cosby, caricaturist, silent auction, and wine pull.

Kacky Walton from WKNO served as emcee for the evening.

Spay Memphis (formerly MSNS) is a non-profit clinic dedicated to preventing pet overpopulation by offering high-quality, affordable spay/neuter services. The clinic has been open since 2005, and has performed over 53,000 surgeries. spaymemphis.org

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April Eliason, Katelyn Dagen, Frankie Dakin & Jakob Eliason

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Pam Chrestman & Suzanne DeBardeleben

Elle Larson & Theo Hartwell

Pam Palacios, Lis Newsom & Tannen Van Horn

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Dani, George & Vickie Rutherford

Gregory Liebermann & Sam Tung

Brittany Pace & Anna Yancey

Nicole Brooks & Nathan Tipton

Genevieve Tuznik & Amelia Donati

Carter Beard & Terry Reeves

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By Lillian McCrary

n October 3rd Memphis definitely went mad at MEMPHIS MADNESS! The FedEx forum hosted a huge kickoff for the 2019-2020 Tiger’s basketball season. The sold-out event started with the reveal of this year’s court and an amazing performance from the Memphis Pom Squad and Cheer Team. Up next was the introduction of the men and women's rosters, coaches, and staff. The crowd was especially excited to see James Wiseman, former number one high school player in the country. It was also exciting to see Men's head coach Penny Hardaway, a tiger alum! After everyone was announced it was time for some friendly competition. At this point, Future, Lil Baby, and Moneybagg Yo came to pump up the crowd! During the dunk contest, Damion Baugh made an impressive jump over his competition, James Wiseman, for the win! After a few more games and friendly competitions, rappers, Key Glock and Young Dolph, came out to wrap up the night! Now, the Tigers prepare to take on the CBU Buccaneers on October 24th to kick off the season. Go Tigers!

GIRLS ON THE RUN

By Elizabeth Moody Photography by Stephanie Ramirez

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o many young girls, running can seem difficult or intimidating due to the misconception of running being a stereotypical “male sport.” However, running is a lifelong skill that some girls can learn to love if given the chance. Girls on the Run is a non-profit program committed to mentoring girls through running. It has many programs across the United States including multiple groups in Memphis. Throughout the greater Memphis area, there are eight program sites with runners ranging from third to eighth grade with various practice times and locations. Although this ten-week program is designed around running, coaches incorporate lessons from self-confidence to healthy lifestyles to build the girls’ success and take-aways from the program. The practices consist of stretching, running, games, and lessons taught by female adults and teenagers. The main purpose is to empower girls by teaching them that their future has endless possibilities despite what they might see as a hurdle. Once or twice a week, girls from different backgrounds and areas train and form relationships with other girls and their coaches, creating a large community through running. I have been volunteering this fall, and I love seeing the girls improve in their running and self-confidence. This community of girls supporting girls is empowering. The season for the Memphis teams concludes with a 5k race at Shelby Farms on Saturday, November 9. This will be a chance for the girls to showcase and celebrate all they have accomplished in the season. Crossing the finish line will show them that they can achieve their own goals. It is very important to have volunteers to come support these hard-working girls, so if you are free, please come out for a fun, encouraging Saturday morning!

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FEATURED ARTIST: ALEXIS PELLICCIOTTI FROM CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

By Laila Travillion

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lexis Pellicciotti is a senior and talented art student at Central High School. For as long as she can remember, art has been a huge part of her life. With two parents in creative careers, one an interior designer, and the other an architect, Pellicciotti has always found inspiration and encouragement from her family. At a young age, Pellicciotti was introduced to her mother’s wide variety of art supplies, and soon gravitated towards pencils (both graphite and colored) as her favorite medium stating, “Pencils have always felt the most natural for me and give me the most control over the lines I create.” Moreover, she believes she has her art teachers and AP Studio Art program to thank for helping her develop as an artist. “When I was younger, I would primarily doodle all over my assignments in school. However, being in high school art classes, especially the AP program, has really made me focus more on coming up with original compositions and techniques,” says Pellicciotti. In the future, she hopes to follow in her parent’s footsteps with a career that grants her creative freedom and fun opportunities. As an artist herself, she believes art can obtain something “magical to society” in its “ability to visually express emotion and convey messages that can create conversations within communities.”

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By Shade Webb Photography by Shade Webb

ozelle Boutique has recently switched locations this fall in Germantown, Tennessee! The merchandise featured above was handpicked by the staff and models for the October fashion shoot. We chose to promote Mozelle Boutique in the October Issue for 4Memphis Impact because they carry trendy clothes for fall at an affordable price! Their store carries items from dresses, to sweaters, to shoes, and much more. All outfits above can be found in the store today or for more outfit inspiration you can check them out on Instagram @Mozelleboutique! Happy Shopping!

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McCrary

My name is Lilly McCrary and I am a junior at St. Agnes Academy. This is my first year on staff and I have absolutely loved it! I love writing and being a Memphian, so 4Memphis Impact Staff is an amazing place for me! I am also on the CBHS dance team and an active member of St. Louis Ministry.

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Weakley

My name is Caroline Weakley and I am a senior at Hutchison. Outside of 4Memphis I am the Wilson Society president and participate on the Hutchison soccer team. I’ve loved working as fashion editor for 4 Memphis the past two years and I am so excited to see Impact grow this year as the new Editor in Chief.

Elizabeth

Moody

My name is Elizabeth Moody and I am a junior at St. Mary’s. I am thrilled about working with the non-profit side of the Impact team and I can’t wait to learn more about the great things happening in our city.

Breland

Myers

My name is Breland and I am a sophomore at Hutchison School. This is my first year working with the Impact Staff. I am so excited to be the new social media editor and have the amazing opportunity to work with 4Memphis.

Shade

Webb

My name is Shade Webb, and I am a senior at Hutchison School. I am so happy and honored to be a part of the 4Memphis Impact Staff as the fashioneditor this year. I hope to bring teens together in the Memphis community through involvement in local fashion. Aside from my position in the Impact Staff, I play lacrosse for my school and cheer for the MUS Football Team. I also spend my time volunteering at Regional One Health as well as at my church. I am beyond excited to share my past experiences with 4Memphis as a mentor for new members in addition to being a part of the growth of Memphis Impact.

Laila

Travillion

My name is Laila Travillion and I am a senior at Collierville High School. I have enjoyed being a part of the 4Memphis Impact Staff since my sophomore year and I am honored to now take the rold as Arts Editor. In addition to working with Impact, I am also a captain on the Collierville High School dance team and associated with my school’s fine arts department.

I love being able to share with others the beautiful things impacting the city of Memphis and being a part of the community in an exciting way.

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