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CONTENTS 2011

APRIL HOME FEATURE: WATERFRONT LIVING

Memphians Ed and Sandy King’s waterfront lake property provides a perfect family getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life

20 FASHION

Despite an unseasonably bitter cold March afternoon, At Home Tennessee’s annual spring fashion shoot was nothing short of fabulous. Turn to page 20 to see our models dressed in the season’s hottest looks.

CAMILLA Designed by Alberto Basaglia & Natalia Rota Nodari ; Stackable Outdoor guest chairs with epoxy painted metal frame ; suiteny.com

28 BEAUTY

Warm, happy colors bid farewell to cold weather and hello to spring. Check out page 28 to see what beauty trends were hot on the runways this year.

30 HEALTH

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How much of America’s obesity problem is due to high-fructose corn syrup and why should you care? Our expert, Stephenie Ward, gives you the skinny on sugar and your health.

74 ENTERTAINING

Warmer weather on the horizon, means more opportunities to take the party outside. Don’t miss our recipes and tips straight from the grill masters, themselves.

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CUISINE

Cupcakes are out! Yes, believe it folks.

Read page 86 to discover sugar’s next big trend.

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IN EVERY ISSUE 12 Publisher’s Note 32 Travel 62 by invitation - The Social Pages 94 Happenings 97 Sources

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36 COMMUNITY

Paris-Henry County

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photo courtesy of Veronica Martinez

Lured by the sun-sprinkled waters of Kentucky Lake at Paris Landing, folks are finding Henry County the perfect place to be. Read page 36 to discover your next reason for visiting charming Henry County.

40 AT HOME WITH

Albert Hadley by Howard Wiggins After a distinguished career in interior design, this Nashville native sits back to discuss his influences, memorable projects and direction for new designers.

50 DESIGN

Backyard Destinations

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It’s the perfect time to be outdoors! Plan a peaceful retreat or a site for entertaining in your own backyard with tips from landscape and design expert Bud Gurley.

56 GARDEN photo courtesy of The Peabody

Time-Honored Trees

by Andrew Pulte The attempted murder of two 130-year-old live oak trees strikes fury into the heart of many. “Time-Honored Trees” explores America’s love for trees and their place in our history and culture.

70 COOKING

The Dish by Jane Gaither The case for grits puts two individuals and their regional differences at odds.

80 DINING OUT Brunch

86 photo courtesy of Sugaree’s Bakery

Some people want it all, and they’re not to blame. This month dress up or down, relax and appreciate your choice to have breakfast or lunch or both.

90 SEE & DO Corinth Home Tour For an inspiring journey full of historic interiors, make plans to attend the Corinth, Mississippi Home and Garden Show April 29-30.

98 BOOKS Gardening Inspirations In honor of April as gardening month, At Home Tennessee presents three of the season’s best gardening books to inspire the green thumb in everyone.

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Tickets start at $30 (901) 537-2525 or MemphisSymphony.org

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APRIL 2011 - Vol. 10 No. 1 PUBLISHER/EDITORIAL DIRECTOR Margaret Monger - mmonger@athometn.com

ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER Donna Hopgood- dhopgood@athometn.com

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PUBLISHER’Snote

Fired Up for summer

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I think it is safe to say the snow and cooler temperatures have moved on and spring weather has made it to Tennessee, along with the wonderful yellow dust that covers our cars and patios.

Although we are avid grillers and enjoy cooking outdoors most of the year, when the warmer weather hits, it’s time to clean off the deck and get ready for some serious grilling. My husband and I have enjoyed cooking out as long as I can remember. In fact, April 2, 1984 was out first big cookout. It was his 21st birthday and a beautiful day in Oxford, Mississippi. I had been saving for months for his birthday present and the big day came and his new gas grill was delivered. After cooking on a contraption not even suitable for an amateur campout, this new grill was the Holy Grail of outdoor cooking. I think we cooked chicken for everyone on Adams Street that night and maybe it was our age or the perfect spring evening in Oxford but I remember it being the best grilled chicken I have ever had.

Over the past 27 years, we still enjoy cooking out. He has all the toys and gadgets that go along with it from wood chips in every aroma made to remote control temperature gages and every cheesy apron ever made. His recent addition was a new Primo grill and I now think his collection is complete. In a few days, we will celebrate Trip’s 48th birthday and I am pretty sure we will spend it grilling out with family and friends. Although I have run out of gadgets to get him, I am sure I will find a tacky apron out there somewhere. Maybe AARP will send one with his new card!

I hope you enjoy some time outside of your own this month. We have some great recipes in this issue to help make your cookout a success. Add family and friends and your night will be almost as perfect as that night in Oxford 27 years ago. Happy 48th to my husband and I look forward to many more years of grilling together!

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STEPHENIE WARD is a registered dietitian who partners with clients of various medical and fitness backgrounds at Germantown Athletic Club. Her clinical experience includes pediatrics, cardiovascular disease, lifecycle changes, diabetes, obesity, eating disorders, osteoporosis and athletes desiring improved athletic performance. Outside of work, Stephenie enjoys training for triathlons, playing the violin, cooking and spending time with her family of five.

SHANA LUSK Whether you prefer to enjoy nature by sinking your spade into the soil or by simply flipping through the beautiful photographs in the volumes on page 98, April’s “Gardening Inspirations” brings fresh beauty to any coffee table.

Lusk, a freelance writer and an avid reader, reviews the essential titles currently topping her must-read list for April.

HOWARD WIGGINS whose firm, Heartstone Interior Design, is based out of Nashville, is recognized by the International Design Firm of Andrew Martin, U.K., as one of 35 of the World’s Leading Interior Designers in their Interior Design Review, Volume III. He is author of the book, What Were You Thinking?: Recognizing Costly Mistakes That Everyone Makes. He has also been a featured guest on local TV, as well as radio talk shows throughout the nation and is a contributing writer for various publications.

ANDY PULTE is a gardening expert and internationally certified arborist who teaches at the University of Tennessee, contributes to several gardening publications and hosts a gardening radio show. Additionally, he speaks regularly to diverse groups and travels extensively to feed his passion for people and plants.

JANE GAITHER is our kitchen guru and quite possibly the next Food Network Star. Jane lives in Nashville where she is a professional cook, class instructor, and full-time mother.

Each month Jane’s insightful columns and inventive recipes bring us one step closer to mastering the Julia Child’s in all of us. Check out this month’s column “A Case for Grits”on page 70 to see what our guru has been plotting for April.

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Piperton

700 Keough Drive

Germantown

Southwind – Memphis

$799,900

8595 The Island At Southwind

$799,000

3151 Devonshire Way

Eads

$789,000

$785,000

This killer floor plan has it all! Formal LR & DR, awesome stainless steel kitchen, brkfst rm, & keeping room. Gigantic 24x17 brick patio w/built-in grill overlooking 18th Fairway & 18th Green. Perfect for a crowd!

Impressive balcony w/panoramic view! 2BRs down. Master w/luxury bath has more stunning views of the course! Teen suite up w/sink & fridge. 2 jack-n-jill baths up, office up too! Front/rear stairs, 32x22 playroom, 2 fireplaces, 8ft doors, 3-car gar. Absolutely stunning!

901.335.8460 • 901.854.5050

901.484.5689 • 901.756.8900 www.chetonline.com

901.277.5839 • 901.756.8900 • www.judymac.com

901.277.5839 • 901.756.8900 • www.judymac.com

http://joycemckenzie.crye-leike.com/memphis/3213141

http://chet.crye-leike.com/memphis/3211419

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Germantown

Lakeland

Eads

Germantown

Joyce McKenzie

joycemckenzie@crye-leike.com

2611 Winding Way Cove

$650,000

Chet Whitsitt

4224 Loch Meade Drive

$629,900

Picturesque home in lovely Germantown neighborhood. 5BR/5BA residence on nearly 1 acre private cove lot. Beautiful canopied lawn, lush green space, gunite pool, & spacious sunroom. Newly updated kitchen with granite, tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, & that is just the beginning. Gleaming hardwood floors, master down, rear stairs to playroom, 4-car garage. Expert craftsmanship and construction. Upscale amenities that are sure to please.

Exquisite home in gated East Shores, built 2006, it’s got it ALL! Gourmet kitchen, granite, stainless appliances, all hardwood floors down, tasteful décor, 4.5 baths (all with granite), plantation shutters, 2 fireplaces, Living Room, Keeping Room, formal Dining Room, fabulous luxury master, 2 BR’s down, 3 BR’s up, playroom, office, 3-car garage, slurried brick exterior, porte-cochere, covered patio, gunite pool & hot tub, plus central vac. Perfection!

901.493.7524 • 901.756.8900

901.494.6579 • 901.754.0800

http://doncockroft.crye-leike.com/memphis/3196779

Fayette County

Fayette County

Don Cockroft

dcockroft@crye-leike.com

1825 Teague Store Road

$549,900

$110K Below Original List!!! Devonshire Gardens is very upscale, very convenient, & very community oriented incl magnificent clubhouse, pool, & tennis court. Just minutes from Hwy 385, Germantown & Collierville business & medical districts, dining, shopping (incl Avenue Carriage Crossing Mall), & every imaginable need you might have. This 5BR English Tutor features spacious MBR+2nd BR dn, 3 huge BR’s up, 2-story foyer, banquet DR, chef’s kitchen w/all the goodies, center island+island w/ brkfst bar, incredible family rm w/FP, beams & pastoral views, romantic spa bath w/walk-thru dual shower, humongous playrm+media rm, & back porches up/dn. Judy McLellan

10500 Century Grove Cove

WOW! Outstanding Home! Square footage galore & situated upon 4 acres. Unique design w/5BR plus bonus rm. Stunning foyer, formal dining, spacious LR w/FP & wetbar, Sicilian-style kitchen w/tumbled marble countertops, open kit/brkfst/hearth rm leading to wisteriacovered patio w/stacked-stone FP. Amazing backyard w/gunite pool, waterfall, outdoor kitchen w/bar, & stocked pond w/bridge. 8-stall barn & additional acreage also available, call for price. Just seconds east of Collierville. AMAZING!

765 Dent Road

$599,900

WHAT A DEAL!!! Gated White Oak Grove Is Home to This Rolling 4 Acre Estate w/6BR, 3car garage, integrated generator, pool, spa, & waterfall. “Pillow House” is from the Historical Collection of famed designer William E Poole. Pass thru the grand iconic columns of superb home into the charming 2stry foyer w/DR & LR/study on either side & your “treat” has just begun. Pass thru the foyer into the 2-stry Great Rm, o’lking the brick Veranda, sparkling pool & waterfall, & magnificent grounds this estate has to offer. Chef’s kitchen, downstairs master suite, & 3 floors of rooms for every imaginable activity await you. Visit judymac.com for pics, details, & tour.

Judy McLellan

9186 Chestwick Drive

Marcia Hughes

marcia@marciahughes.com

901.277.5839 • 901.756.8900 • www.judymac.com

http://marciahughes.crye-leike.com/memphis/3216317

www.judymac.com/company-listings.htm

http://chet.crye-leike.com/memphis/3203029

Fayette County

Germantown

1835 Canadaville Loop

Judy McLellan

$539,900

395 Whitehall Court

$525,000

Chet Whitsitt

901.484.5689 • 901.756.8900 www.chetonline.com

2680 Meadow Hill Cove

Located just minutes outside of Shelby County, this beautifully decorated 11 room custom home sits on 2 fenced acres. Dual staircases (front & back), beautiful entry, extensive molding, Master Suite with a private sitting room, hardwood floors, Study up, 2 fireplaces, plantation shutters, granite Kitchen, large breakfast area, 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths, Bonus Room and 3 car garage.

901.573.2832 • 901.260.4780 www.maryanntapp.com

901.573.2832 • 901.260.4780 www.maryanntapp.com

901.573.2832 • 901.260.4780 www.maryanntapp.com

901.359.2527 • 901.756.8900

www.crye-leike.com/memphis/3213772

www.crye-leike.com/memphis/3205464

www.crye-leike.com/memphis/3218275

www.2680MeadowHill.com

Collierville

Fayette County

Collierville

Collierville Reserve

9889 Laurel Knoll Lane

$475,900

Mary Ann Tapp

Mary Ann Tapp

25 Lancaster Drive

Sumptuous French Country 4 year old home on estate sized 2.04 acre lot. Expansive & unbelievable sized 4BRs, 3.5BA, hardwood floors, 2-story entry, high ceilings, Formal Dining Room, Great Room, Hearth Room, Awesome Kitchen, Game Room & Media Room up. Gunite pool. 3 car garage.

Incredible Clark built home w/4BR, 3.5BA & so many extras! Fantastic floor plan & sparkling clean!

Gleaming hardwood throughout main level & tons of built-ins. Formal LR & DR, keeping room, spacious stainless steel kitchen w/walk-in pantry & butler’s pantry. Luxury Master down.

Wonderful covered patio stubbed for gas grill. Full sprinkler system, professional landscaping, wood privacy fence. Size of walk-in attic is incredible. 3-car garage. Gorgeous!

Private Custom Home. These 24.63ac of prime Fayette County land are mostly wooded w/hills and an abundance of deer & wildlife. Also included is a beautiful rustic 3BR, 3.5BA 2sty home. A kitchen you dreamed about with beautiful granite, lovely vaulted timbered ceilings, 2 frplcs, sep office, bonus room, finished walk out basement, wrap around deck & secluded countryside. A 36x44 workshop w/ overhead door, 1/2BA & office.

Mary Ann Tapp

$469,860

1050 Snowden Farm Road

ryoon@crye-leike.com

$449,000

Amazing custom built home on 1.8 acres.

4BR/3.5BA featuring 3 fireplaces, custom closets, plantation shutters, gorgeous hardwd flrs, 22ft ceilings w/floor-to-ceiling windows. Fabulous view of the backyard! Unique curved staircase w/decorative iron railing. Impressive 2-story DR w/ balcony. Very open plan! Kitchen overlooks brkfst rm & 2-story gathering rm. Massive owner’s suite has dbl tray ceiling & see-thru FP into luxury bath. 3-car garage. Playroom & office up. Unbelievable amenities!

NEW PRICE! Wonderful country estate on 4+acres! 4BR, 3 full BA, Master Suite down with sitting room, updated kitchen, huge dining room with tray ceiling. Large gathering room has gas fireplace, hardwood floor, & access to 32x10 screen porch. Playroom upstairs. Inground pool, Koi pond with waterfall, 20x7 potting shed, large green house, vegetable plot, & lake! 54x17 expandable area. 3-car garage.

Drastic price reduction!

901.230.8284 • 901.757.2500

901.340.7560 • 901.756.8100

901.870.0550 • 901.756.8900

http://jreinhardt.crye-leike.com/memphis/3218031

Elba Estates – Fayette County

jreinhardt@crye-leike.com

450 Alisha Drive

$445,000

588 Rocky Joe Drive

$448,500

Dolly Willis

AWAY FROM THE HUSTLE & BUSTLE & into low taxes, hi quality of life, & sights/sounds of Mother Nature. Whether a lrg family at home or empty nesters w/friends & family that come home to roost, this 4 or 5BR (2+study/BR3 dn) 4.5BA 3Car Gar allows you to live large very affordably. You’ll find “treats” like terrific kit/brkfst/family rm w/glazed cabs/ss appl/lrg island/ granite/adj wine bar/adj covered bk porch & secluded MBR w/luxury BA, shower w/frameless dr, glazed cabs, stone tops, & spacious closets.

Upstairs, there’s 2 lrg BR’s (each w/adj BA), lrg playrm, & walk-in attic.

N’hood Olympic pool, tennis cts, lake & jogging trail. judymac.com

dollywillis@crye-leike.com

901.277.5839 • 901.756.8900 • www.judymac.com

http://cheryl.crye-leike.com/memphis/3210370

http://hellodolly.crye-leike.com/memphis/3204868

www.judymac.com/company-listings.htm

Collierville

Brownsville

Memphis

Cheryl Lamghari

clamghari@crye-leike.com

Immaculate is an understatement. This custom built home is only two years old & nestled on 2.8 beautifully landscaped acres in Elba Estates in Fayette County. This magnificent home is perfection with a gorgeous mineral water pool, 2 fireplaces, central vac, full house water filtration system, high efficiency heating & cooling system, Tiger foam/Batt insulated walls, oversized 3-car side-load garage, 4BR, 3.5BA, Bonus Room & Media/Office. All this & it’s priced below appraisal.

$511,900

Absolutely Beautiful Showplace! 5BR, 5BA w/large spacious rooms, formal LR & DR, butler’s pantry, den w/custom blt-in, wetbar, & FP. Fantastic 15x30 3-season sunroom! Chef’s kitchen w/granite, 3 ovens, walk-in pantry & Mexican tile. 3 Masters down w/private baths. Grand Master Suite offers new carpet, his/her walk-in closet, spiral staircase to 2nd flr,+renovated bath w/new travertine flr. 2nd floor bonus, 2 walk-in attics, & HUGE expandable! Deck & park-like backyard w/iron fence. Quick Possession!

Rosemarie Yoon

Upscale community of homes built by the South’s Finest Builders. Spacious, open floor plan utilizes lots of living on ground floor, including the master suite. The flow of this home draws you into the very open & spacious kitchen/breakfast/hearth room area & continues on to the sun room and screened-in porch. Hardwood floors, freshly painted interior, walk-in closets, private patio. 4 bedrooms/3 baths plus playroom. 3-car garage.

JoAnne Reinhardt

$559,000

Southern Living’s “Crabapple Cottage”, Nestled in a picturesque 4.18 wooded setting incl lake. Custom blt w/gorgeous views, few properties can match the majestic, peaceful vistas found from every angle of the home. Interior is beautifully outfitted w/stunning flagstone flooring in much of downstairs area, complimenting the outdoor ambiance. This well equipped “special find” incls grand 2stry entry, amazing kit/brkfst/family rm w/latest hot buttons+wood plank ceiling, luxury MBR dn w/delightful bath, upstairs entertainment mecca incl media rm w/surround sound, & outdoor LR w/ stone patio & FP. Cop A Peak @ www.judymac.com

2011 Lonhill Cove

$425,000

199 Coulston Road

Judy McLellan

$397,500

92 Island Place

$392,250

Patty Rainey

SAD TO LEAVE OWNERS ARE READY TO SELL! Recently blt in 2006 in Almadale Farms, there’s a “whole lot of value” going on in this 5BR home that incl x-large gamerm & 3car gar. Sure to fall into the “great find” category, you’ll find a home that’s absolutely immaculate & lovingly cared for.

This “move-in ready extravaganza” comes w/award winning schools, located in the safety of a quiet cove, & packed w/features incl hardwd flrs, granite & marble counters, gorg cabinetry, ss appls, & awesome floorplan. Established neighborhood w/lakes, clubhouse, & pools. See @ judymac.com

patty.rainey@crye-leike.com • www.PattyRainey.com

901.277.5839 • 901.756.8900 • www.judymac.com

http://pattyrainey.crye-leike.com/memphis/3216656

www.judymac.com/company-listings.htm

Brownsville - CRYE0LEIKE Real Estate Specialists • 731.779.2345 http://samuelgardner.crye-leike.com/memphis/3217804

http://christinemcbee.crye-leike.com/memphis/3217001

Fayette County

Memphis

Olive Branch, MS

Cordova

901.849.0611 • 901.260.4780

220 Belmont Road

$385,000

This beautiful 2007 eleven room custom brick French Country sits on 2.92 lovely acres. The home has elegant rooms w/fine moldings, high ceilings & gleaming wood floors. 4BRs, 3.5BA, Playroom, Media Room, Office, Great Room, Dining Room, & Covered Patio. 3 car garage.

Mary Ann Tapp

Judy McLellan

279 North McLean Boulevard

$349,900

One-of-a-kind stone & stucco tudor cottage you have always admired! Great midtown location in Evergreen Historic District. 4 bedroom, 3 bath home with spacious rooms, fabulous floor plan, hardwood floors throughout, huge .65 acre backyard with nice patio, tons of natural light, super custom closets, expandable attic space, plus built-ins throughout! French doors open to tiled sunroom w/beautiful arched windows. Lots of architectural details! Simply Charming!

Christine McBee

901.573.2832 • 901.260.4780 www.maryanntapp.com

901.233.8980 • 901.766.9004

www.crye-leike.com/memphis/3219108

http://christinemcbee.crye-leike.com/memphis/3216314

cmcbee1@comcast.net

WOW! This Custom Built LOG Home has too many upgrades to list! Perfectly situated on 20 acres overlooking a 3 acre stocked lake with a pier! Builder went the extra mile inside & out on this 4BR/2.5BA home. Hardwood & tile flooring, Quartz countertops, roll out cabinetry & more! Master Suite down, separate dining room, & sunroom. Floor-to-ceiling windows across back of home offer peaceful views. Gigantic deck is perfect for entertaining a crowd or just relaxing with family.

Beautiful 5 bedroom, 3 bath, corner lot home on Mud Island! Enjoy a stunning river view from your master suite balcony. Renovated master bath & kitchen w/new granite & stainless steel appliances. Gleaming hardwood floors, 2 fireplaces (living room & master), custom built-ins, plantation shutters, walk-in closets, security system.

Fabulous open floor plan perfect for parties! Awesome screened porch overlooks 2 patios. You’ll love it!

731.780.5381 • samuel.gardner@crye-leike.com

901.233.8980 • 901.766.9004

Samuel Gardner

6559 Shenandoah Lane

$323,000

This Entertaining French Style Home offers 4BR/4BA, plus 26x14 game/media room! Gourmet kitchen w/granite, double oven, stainless appliances, large laundry room w/cabinets, hearth room w/TV, gas fireplace, formal dining, master suite offers salon bath w/sep tub & shower, his & her vanities, 2 large walk-in closets & built-in drawers, 2nd guest BR down w/ private bath, hardwood & tiled flooring throughout downstairs, smooth ceilings, loft/office area, security system, triple garage, large covered patio area, gutters, freshly painted shutters & doors. Huge fenced yard!

A MUST SEE! Margarita LeBlanc

Christine McBee

cmcbee1@comcast.net

8990 Walnut Leaf Cove

$304,990

The BEST 5 bedroom, 4 bath home on the market! Hardwood floors in columned Dining Room & formal Living Room w/fireplace. Killer Kitchen w/granite, 42" cabinets, & tile floor. Spacious Keeping Room w/fireplace. Master down has adjacent nursery (office when baby grows) PLUS 2nd BR down too! 3BR’s up, including TEEN SUITE with private bath. 24X17 Game Room. Huge wood deck.

Coveted cove lot!

Chet Whitsitt

901.830.8743 • 662.895.8300

901.484.5689 • 901.756.8900

http://margarita.crye-leike.com/northms/269158

http://chet.crye-leike.com/memphis/3212351

margarita.leblanc@crye-leike.com

www.chetonline.com

SpringF

On Him: Eton Plaid Button Down, Charvet Blue Knit Tie, and Portege Straight Leg AG Jeans, Oak Hall; Cole Haan Air Bryce Driver Ven Shoe, and Cole Haan Murdock Belt, Baer’s Den. On Her: DVF Dress, Joseph; Rock Ring and Necklace, Southern Couture; Mellissa Gelly Heel, Seriously Fun; Clutch, Paisley.

Fashion

FASHION

On Her: Marc by Marc Jacobs Dress, Mam’selle; Brown Bangle Set, Mam’selle; Tory Burch Sandals, Joseph’s; Prada Bag, Joseph’s; Gold Earrings, Isabella.

On Him: “Tucker Shirt”, Vineyard Vines; Cargo Shorts and Braided D-Ring Belt, Vineyard Vines; Cole Haan Air Bryce Driver, Baer’s Den.

FASHION

Bottom Left: Billy Reid Shirt, Oak Hall; Diesel Jeans, Oak Hall; Robert Graham Jacket, Baer’s Den.

Right: On Him: Lacoste Plaid Button Down; “Zanity” Diesel Jeans; and Island Leather Belt, Baer’s Den. On Her: Silk Blouse, Brown Wide-Leg Pant, Southern Couture; Necklace, Joseph’s; Earrings, Isabella.

FASHION

This Page: On Her: Burlapp Floral Dress, Paisley; MM Couture Striped Blazer, Paisley; Kennith Jay Lane Cuff, Joseph’s; Prada Open-Toe Heel, Joseph’s; Earrings, Isabella; Frolick Necklace, Paisley; Katie Kalsi Red Clutch.

On Him: Billy Reid Linen Button-Down, Oak Hall; Bill’s Khakis White Slacks, Oak Hall; Cole Haan Air Bryce Driver Ven, Baer’s Den; Cole Haan Murdock Belt, Baer’s Den. Right Page: On Her: Gryphon Academy Vest; Phillip Lim Flat Front Fringe Patch Short; Gucci Sunglasses; Lizzie Fortunato Turquoise Cuff and Stuart Weitzman Parup Pump, Joseph’s.

On Him: Robert Graham Plaid Button-Down; Martin Gordon Brown Jacket; “Zanity” Diesel Jeans, and Lucchese Olive Burn Wax Comanche Boots, Baer’s Den.

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BEAUTY

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HEALTH

The Truth About High-Fructose Corn Syrup and Sugar Stephenie Ward Recently, you may have heard in the media that high-fructose corn syrup plays a major role in America’s obesity epidemic and some are suggesting that the overall increase in all sugars is also to blame. The following gives you the skinny on fructose, sugar and their impact on your health.

What is high-fructose corn syrup?

of calories in any form and the decline of physical activity.

Despite the name, highfructose corn syrup is actually a combination of fructose and glucose, though it has a little more fructose. Table sugar has the same amounts of both.

The greater the amount of fructose that is used in a food product, the sweeter it tastes. Surprisingly, fructose is the form of sugar found naturally in fruit and vegetables, which are rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants essential to good health.

High-fructose corn syrup is used by food manufacturers for various reasons.

It is cheap, it extends the shelf life, makes foods softer in texture, helps to prevent freezer burn and adds a “browned” look to baked products.

Over the past 30 years high-fructose corn syrup consumption has increased more than 1,000% and it is used in 40% of all food products. Amazingly, high-fructose corn syrup is found in some foods you might never suspect; foods like protein bars, canned fruits, canned beans, peanut butter, bread products, soft drinks, some yogurts, breakfast cereals, drink mixes, pasta sauces, many condiments, chocolate syrup, candy and snack foods to 30 | At Home Tennessee • APRIL 2011

Is high-fructose corn syrup really bad for you?

name just a few.

Does high-fructose corn syrup cause obesity in the United States?

Researchers do not believe that high-fructose corn syrup is solely to blame for America’s obesity problem or that it even increases the risk for obesity. Instead the blame is placed on multiple factors such as diets elevated in all sugars, the increased consumption

Some studies have shown that a high intake of fructose can lead to higher levels of blood triglycerides especially in men.

In addition, some animal studies have shown increased fructose consumption raises the occurrence of many conditions. The studies suggest insulin resistance (a physiological condition where the natural hormone insulin becomes less effective at lowering blood sugar), impaired glucose tolerance (a pre-diabetic state of elevated blood sugars associated with insulin resistance), high blood pressure and hyperinsulinemia (a condition in which there are excess levels of circulating insulin in the blood).

In addition, human studies have shown that the hormone Ghrelin is accountable for increasing appetite and hunger after ingesting fructose. An increase in Ghrelin production occurs after ingesting fructose which causes the body to react by having decreased feelings of fullness or satiety. Thus, it has been suggested that people

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& may eat more total calories as a result of the lack of satiety. In fact this reaction may even further stimulate appetite.

Other hormones such as leptin and insulin also appear to be affected by excessive high-fructose corn syrup consumption thus altering the brain’s signaling process of satiety. Leptin is significant to appetite regulation and assisting with body weight control. Insulin affects the over-time control of body fat and homeostasis. Leptin is released with insulin following a meal and both are decreased with fructose intake contributing to a lack of satiety thus increasing total calories consumed.

Another problem with increased intakes of high-fructose corn syrup is the condition fructose malabsorption, which appears to be on the rise. The condition’s symptoms include bloating, cramps, diarrhea and other gastrointestinal symptoms.

Research actually indicates that all sugars in excess are connected to a rise in the development of diabetes, cavities and heart disease. In addition people who consume a highsugar diet tend to not eat as many healthy foods containing important vitamins, minerals and fiber.

How do I cut back on overall sugar consumption?

The US Food and Drug Administration recommends that we consume no more than 10 teaspoons of sugar daily. The World Health Organization recommends that high-fructose corn syrup should only make up 10 percent of the total amount of sugar consumed.

The American Dietetic Association has great tips for satisfying your sweet tooth while cutting back on the sugar.

Go for the dark chocolate. In general, the higher the percentage of cocoa, the lower the sugar content.

In addition research suggests the antioxidants in cocoa may help lower your blood pressure and protect your heart.

Don’t drink your sugar. Sweetened sodas and coffee drinks may contain as much sugar as desserts. Try no-sugar or low-sugar beverages instead.

Go for sweet flavor the natural way. Enjoy fresh fruit or baked recipes with refined sugar substitutes such as fruit juice or applesauce.

Eating healthy does not mean giving up all your indulgences; instead just watch portion sizes and eat your favorites in moderation.

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TRAVEL

Southern Romance in Savannah, Georgia

There’s something in the air in Savannah, GA. From the city’s cobblestone River Street to the moss-draped trees, this intriguing Southern destination is dripping in romance. Book a room at one of the many inns and bed-and-breakfasts, and prepare yourself for a romantic trip steeped in culture, mystery and good food.

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The pulled pork and collard taking architecture and Savangreens stuffed Low Counnah’s famous cast-iron work EAT try Spring Rolls are reason or relax and watch the boats For a classic dinner head down enough to visit The Pirates on the Savannah River. Don’t to the cobblestone River Street House (thepirateshouse.com), miss Colonial Park Cemetery, and up the elevator to Vic’s on a Savannah institution that where Union soldiers altered the River (vicsontheriver.com) boasts a haunted history and the dates on the gravestones where you can enjoy piano is said to have inspired Robert during the Civil War, or Bomusic and dinner overlooking Louis Stevenson to write Treanaventure Cemetery, the restthe Savannah River. Preface sure Island. ing place of musician Johnny your entrée with an appe32 | At Home Tennessee • APRIL 2011

DRIVE

For a quick change of scenery get the car out of valet and make the 18-mile trip east to Tybee Island.

You may recognize this small beach community as the filming location of 2010’s The Last Song starring Miley Cyrus. Stroll the three-mile beach, go for a swim, book a dolphin tour or hang out with a beer on the expansive pier. When you get hungry head to Bernie’s Oyster House (912.786.5100) for a dozen on the half-shell.

On your way off of the island be sure to visit the Tybee Lighthouse (closed Tuesdays), which was constructed to light the entrance to the Savannah River.

History buffs will also want to check out the Fort Pulaski National Monument, where you can explore a historic fort from the Civil War or view the area’s wildlife.

Beautiful churches surround the 29 squares of the Landmark Historic District.

A stroll down the shady streets of Savannah’s Landmark Historic District yields gorgeous architecture from the 1800s.

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COMMUNITYSPOTLIGHT

HENRY COUNTY Lured by the sun-sprinkled waters of Kentucky Lake at Paris Landing, folks are finding Henry County the perfect place to be. Paris, College Grove, Henry, Puryear and surrounding communities merge a multitude of cultural events, down-home music, warm-the-soul food and (of course) shopping along a beautiful historic square. Paris encompasses a little taste of country with a refined palate of sophistication.

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SEE AND DO

I find that when retirees are considering a place to relocate, they look for a quality small town and that’s just what the community of Henry County is, a quality small town.”

- Galia Thompson-Greer, Paris-Henry County Alliance

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Take a stroll through historic downtown Paris where you’ll find a melange of unique shops, delectable cafes, and colonial architecture to accompany a pleasant trip.

West Tennessee’s oldest working judicial building presides on the corner of the square. Originally built in 1825 and restored last in 1896, the Courthouse has been the site for numerous significant events including speeches from President Andrew Jackson and Frontiersman David Crockett; landmark cases such as Granger v. State (1830), the basis for appeal in selfdefense cases; and the call to arms in vast numbers of young men during the Civil War. Today, a bell tower graces the 1869 cornerstone of the community and is surrounded by pin oaks which were planted in 1900.

Throughout the year, farmers’ markets, street dances, parades, concerts and festivals converge on the square, an appropriate backdrop reflecting the good life of Paris. Grab a cup of coffee or a cool smoothie at Jack’s Java, 118 North Market Street, and take in the sounds of the community’s talented musicians from the steps of the court house every Friday in September. Melodies flow during Noon on the Square, resonating strains of gospel, country or soft rock and roll, depending on the artist. Lawn chair listeners take in the rhythms and harmonies of the free concerts and the last Friday of September kicks off Arts Round the Square. The 3 day event celebrates visual and performing arts

from wildlife art and photography to ballroom dancing.

The World’s Biggest Fish Fry takes place the last week of every April.

Last year, approximately 30,000 pounds of fish were cooked and served to nearly 80,000 visitors in the Bobby Cox Memorial Fish Tent. The “fish fry” is the community’s oldest festival with origins that date back to 1938 when it evolved from “Mule Day”. Find out more at www.worldsbiggestfishfry.com.

The prestigious Cavitt Place Mansion is home to the Heritage Center at 614 North Poplar St. The 1916 home houses historic artifacts and photographs, and has been called “One of Tennessee’s most extravagant examples of Italian Renaissance architecture.” The gift shop is open to the public Tuesday through Saturdays at 10a.m.

THE OUTDOORS More than 250 square miles of water and 2,000 miles of shoreline present the best of western Tennessee outdoor adventures. As sunrise breaks over Kentucky Lake, fishermen--and fisherwomen--cast their lures into the water in anticipation of a full creel.

Paris and Henry County are home to some of the best fishing in the state.

Local Kentucky Lake Bass Series of weekday tournaments are held every other Wednesday and Friday from the Paris Landing State Park Marina. Want to know all the hotspots of the lake? Take an expert with you

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like Steve McCadams who has three decades of experience as a fishing and waterfowl guide on Kentucky Lake and has been featured in publications such as Field & Stream, Wildfowl and Ducks Unlimited. Call Steve at 731.642.0360 for an appointment.

Rent a boat or launch your own in the Tennessee River’s biggest watershed. Four of the seven marinas on the lake offer fishing or pontoon boat rentals. Explore your options by calling the Eagle Nest Marina at 731.642.6192, Mansard Island Resort and Marina, 731.642.5590, or the Paris Landing Marina, 731.641.4474.

You’ll find dozens of miles suitable for hiking and biking in Paris Landing and across the water at Land Between the Lakes. Check out mapped areas like Wranglers Trail where visitors can ride horseback through pleasent hills and alongside the shores of Lake Barkley. The Nature Station is also located at Land Between the Lakes and provides walking trails for viewing wildlife and live animal exhibits. You’ll find exceptional facilities for camping at Land Between the Lakes. At Energy Lake Campground campers can relax at the beach or rent a canoe.

Open March 1 through November 30. Call 270.924.2270 for reservation information or visit www.lbl.com.

Hillman Ferry Campground offers lakefront camping sites and a variety of services to make your trip to the outdoors enjoyable. Roast marshmallows around the campfire, swim at the beach area, test your skills at the archery range or launch your boat at one of their slips. A campfire theatre and pavilion are located on site. Make reservations online up to six months in advance by calling 800.525.7077.

Nearby, the Outpost Supply Center offers camping supplies and mountain bike rentals (open April to October).

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Hungry yet? Natives crave the Italian cuisine at Olive Pit, 905 Mineral Wells Ave. Also topping the list is fresh-from-the-French-Quarter Meo Mio Cajun Spirits located at 130 Tate Dr. in Buchanan. Try the Boudin or the Craw Fish Julie with its rich creamy sauce served over the choice

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COMMUNITYat a glance

Pictured Right: A replica of France’s Eiffel Tower anchors Paris’s Memorial Park off Volunteer Dr. Designed to scale, the original wooden 60-foot structure was created at Christian Brothers University in Memphis and donated to the City of Paris in 1991.

Population of Henry County: 31,876, Paris: 9,763 Climate: Average High: July 81 degrees Average Low: Jan. 42 degrees Median Sale Price of a Three Bedroom Home: $120,000

creamy sauce served over the choice fish of the day. Visit www.meomios. com for a complete menu. If you’re on the water for live music and looking for great food hop over to the Eagle’s Nest Bar & Grill, 500 Eagle Nest Road, Buchanan, 731.642.6192. Just three miles from Paris Landing find lively music and “really good food” at Matt’s Pub, located at the corner of West Antioch Rd. and Hwy.79 near the Tennessean Golf Course.

Blame Florida’s disposition to hurricanes for one of Paris’s newest places for food and drink- Paris Winery and Ruggero’s Italian Bistro are the creation of pilots Lisa and Ruggero Ciarocchi. The couple frequently landed at the Paris airport to re-fuel during trips to visit family and when the airport manager convinced them to spend some time in and around Henry County, they were hooked.

The couple purchased100 acres, planted a vineyard and up sprouted a top class winery where over 8,000 vines and 23 varieties of grapes are grown by the Ciarrocchis. A full line of Tennessee sweet wines to the refined dry are available. Ruggero’s Best ($26) combines the bold, complexities of Cabernet Sauvignon and Zinfandel with the delicate flavors of the Sangiovese grapes for a smooth as silk blend. Open 7 days a week, the winery’s event center hosts weddings, dinner theatres and a “Concert in the Woods” series (seasonal). For a bit of fine dining, visit Ruggero’s Italian Bistro where Ruggero’s Marinara and Italian Sausage Lasagna tops the menu alongside authentic, 38 | At Home Tennessee • APRIL 2011

homemade Foccacia bread which satisfies all by itself. Located at 2982 Harvey Bowden Rd. in Paris, call 731.644.9500 for information or visit them online at Pariswinery.com

LIVE

An indoor Olympic-sized pool, weight & aerobic room, gym and walking track signal the way to a healthier lifestyle at the Paris Civic Center. The center offers a wide range of classes including water aerobics and scuba as well as on-site certified trainers for consultation. Quality healthcare is never hard to find in Paris. Henry County Medical Center, is a county-owned, progressive 142-bed health care organization with both inpatient and outpatient services, emergency medical service and a cardiac rehabilitation center.

The Breakers of Swan Bay on the shores of Kentucky Lake overlooks the main channel of the Tennessee River.

Choose sophisticated yet comfortable living either in the privacy of a house or the convenience of condominium.

A marina offers live entertainment on the weekends. At the clubhouse, you’ll find a hot tub, large swimming pool and fitness center. See yourself living at Swan Bay when you visit www.thebreakersofswanbay.com.

Pleasent Place at Buchanan Resort offers the comfort and convenience of modern condominiums with the friendly, intimacy of a true Southern community. Each condominium has everything you will need to enjoy your days and nights at the lake.

Pleasant Place features outdoor activities such as a private swimming pool,

tennis court, and beach, as well as access to all the amenities that Buchanan Resort has to offer. Come visit Pleasant Place the next time you’re in the area. You will not only feel the excitement our present owners feel today, but you will feel right at home.

STAY

Natural wonder is abundant in a region rich with waterfront adventure and proximity to wildlife. Resorts along the lake provide ample amenities to enjoy the largest body of water between the Gulf of Mexico and the Great Lakes. Commanding views of Kentucky Lake can be seen from the guestroom balconies at Paris Landing Inn (731.642.4311). Here visitors have the luxury of staying in Tennessee’s second most visited park with easy acess to activities such as golfing, hiking, and camping as well as an array of watersports such as boating, swiming, skiing and fishing. “Other state parks are green with envy,” says Paris Post-Intelligencer Publisher Michael Williams.

Love to catch ‘em but hate to clean ‘em? Settle at the Buchanan Resort (731.642.2828). You’ll find everything

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Other places to check out include: FishTale Lodge, 14275 Hwy. 79 North Buchanan, which has cabin rentals and plenty of parking for all your water toys and Mansard Island Resort and Marina, 60 Mansard Island Drive, Springville, where you’ll find daily rentals of lakeside townhouses, cottages and apartments as well as pontoons or jon boats.

SHOP

A major restoration spearheaded by the Downtown Business Association in the 1990s filled the Paris area with a variety of shops like JuJu’s Accessories at 108 North Market St., an adorable “girl” shop filled with accessories, jewelry and other essentials.

Indispensable items for the kitchen are found at Kristi’s Korner (100 East Washington St.). A visit to the Iron Place, 115 North Poplar St., is a step back in time with its unique blend of iron furniture, home decor and personalized stationery.

Exquisite antique shops can also be found downtown. Three floors of vintage treasures await inside the Paris Antique Mall (219 Poplar St.).

A menagerie of vendors compile their wares at the Old Shirt Factory, 205 East Washington. Find a new pair of kicks at Butler & Harber Shoe Store, 106 West Washington St. The Toggery, in the same location since 1917 at 120 West Washington, is the place to shop for men’s clothing, shoes and formal wear. Don’t miss The Gallery at 104 North Market Street for home accents and be sure to take advantage of their design service for tips on decorating your home.

A peaceful sunset over the lake simply means another great day is just over the horizon. Whether you are scouting out a new place to call home or searching for a close-to-home travel destination, sink your feet into the glorious life on Kentucky Lake and allow lake living to take hold of your heart near Henry County.

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Albert Hadley

Howard Wiggins

This month’s At Home With comes from guest contributor and distinguished interior designer Howard Wiggins. Wiggins, whose firm, Hearthstone Interior Design, is based out of Nashville, sat down with design icon Albert Hadley after the Antiques and Garden Show of Nashville to discuss his lifetime of achievement in the industry, his influences and what’s next for the industry.

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Hadley, along with his design partner of many years, Sister Parrish, helped to influence the direction and define excellence the interior design profession more than any other designer or design team of the 20th century. The work of Hadley-Parrish is featured in the permanent collection and archives of the Cooper-Hewitt (National Design Museum of the Smithsonian Institution). Hadley was inducted into the Interior Design Hall of Fame in 1986 and has received honorary doctorates from his alma mater, Parsons School of Interior Design and the New York School of Interior Design. He is also a Fellow of the American Society of Interior Designers.

Throughout my career as an interior designer, I’ve had the opportunity to meet some of the finest and most well-known giants of my profession. Recently, I had the greatest privilege of meeting Albert Hadley, world-renowned interior designer and Nashville native, at the home of his sister, Betty, during the annual Antique and Garden Show held in Nashville.

Hadley’s refined pedigree and impressive career do little to influence his modest demeanor and polite manners. And as a man of small stature, his contribution and influence to the industry are larger than life.

His speech is characterized by a mid-Atlantic accent, expressed in a languid, carefully measured cadence and with a voice resonating with clarity, precision and authority.

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HOWARD WIGGINS:

How old were you when you discovered that you had a love of interior design?

ALBERT HADLEY:

Three. It came early. My mother was a big influence; she was a collector and in those days, ladies would go into the country antiquing. They’d knock on doors and ask the homeowners if they had any furniture they wanted to sell.

HW:

To educate myself I keep a collection of design magazines that I refer back to, and if the look has stood the test of time, this indicates good design, such as is the example of Coco Chanel’s apartment. Do you do anything like that?

AH:

Oh yes, I’ve kept a library of various magazines. There’s no strict routine.

I enjoy them and keep the ones I like and get rid of the others.

HW:

What was your most memorable project and what made it so?

AH:

It was one of my first projects with Sister Parrish at 740 Park in New York. Mrs. Parrish, or “Sis” as I call her, was working with the new clients, a young couple and together they were planning to approach the home in a traditional fashion.

Sis got a telegram from the clients while they were away in Mexico

saying, “Stop all work on apartment.

We want a floating apartment.” Sis had no idea what they meant, but I understood. I said, “Mrs. Parrish, what they really mean is that they want a modern apartment. They are in the wrong building but we can do it.” She looked at me like I was crazy.

Our architect had never done this type of work, yet our history working together gave us the assurance that the end product would be top quality.

We ripped out windows and walls, turning it into the kind of floating space the couple wanted. The result was dramatically transforming. We turned a very traditional apartment into a spectacularly modern, up-todate home. Today it is still a classic.

HW:

How did you come to Sister Parrish and her design team?

AH:

After teaching for five years at Parsons, I left to start my own design firm. Several years later, I became a part of McMillen, Inc., where I designed for five years before joining Sister Parrish. I had previously met Mrs. Parrish but it wasn’t until a mutual friend, Van Day Truex, Head of Parsons School of Design, connected us that we really hit it off. She needed a design partner to help handle client demand, so I was hired. I was to start the second of January, however; on January 1, she telephoned to suggest we get a head start. She took me to 740 Park to look at the apartment she working on, and that was the beginning of my whole life.

HW:

Tell me more about Sister Parrish.

AH:

Sister Parrish was a wonderful woman with a great sense of humor and a marvelous background. She was of the old guard, totally. She was realistic and a traditionalist at heart, and we worked very well together.

She was charming and an absolutely wonderful friend. Whatever Sis said as a decorator, her friends did.

HW:

When a client is paying you for your expertise, yet they are persistent about doing something you know is

wrong, how do you convince them of your vision?

AH:

You have to do your best. If you don’t win, you don’t win. I’ve realized in the long run, if you’re truly right, they will eventually come around. It’s not without work, however. While you’re waiting for the client to come around, finish the rest of the project.

They will eventually “get it” if they have any sense at all.

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It surprised me that you don’t select artwork for your clients. Do you ever advise them on size or subject matter?

AH:

I don’t intend to be the authority on what artwork my client should buy because I think art is a very personal thing. We may discuss where a piece should go and whether a size fits, but if a client buys a piece of art it’s going somewhere. As long as it’s real and it’s what they want, that’s all that matters to me.

HW:

Who were some of your first heroes of design?

AH:

All the old guard, from Herbert Rodgers in Nashville to Bill Pahlmann of Lord & Taylor to Billy Baldwin and Ruby Ross Wood.

I still love the book The Great Lady Decorators. It portrays a period of our profession which was masterminded by the ladies. Men didn’t enter the equation until really, I think, the midtwenties.

Of that period, James Amster, Billy Baldwin and a few others were decorating in New York. Bill Pahlmann was one of my idols from a distance because Lord & Taylor was, at that point, a great department store and they had the decorating department and then they had red carpet nights when they would open it up to show the new displays. He was a magician with a great sense of style doing new things that were more modern at the time.

HW:

I admire how you incorporate a touch of modernism into each project. It keeps the look fresh and exciting, yet the design remains timeless. Any advice for up-and-coming designers?

AH:

I try to do things that have never been done instead of being creative in a sensible way. My advice is: don’t try to reinvent the wheel. Stick with what you know and do it right.

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waterfront Luxurious, yet casual waterfront living on Pickwick Lake

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Ed and Sandy King, who have been frequenting Pickwick Lake for thirty years, bought their second home, a simple ranch-style home eleven years ago. They brought on Architect J. Wise Smith to draw up the plans for renovation.

The home sits on the water’s edge in the Buchanan Peninsula planned development at Bear Creek on Pickwick Lake. “The house had mustard carpet, taffeta drapes, tiny windows and a wood burning fire insert in the living room. You could barely see the lake,” Sandy recalls. “But we were immediately attracted to the lot. With one acre of land, 200 feet of shoreline and beautiful blooming trees in the spring and summer, this would be the perfect getaway home for our family.”

The first thing to happen was dredging work to add a boat dock to the shoreline spanning their home. “We had two young boys who loved the outdoors, and we wanted them to be able to enjoy every minute.” Sandy has only one rule for the lake house: if you are outside, you must wear your life jacket.

They made a decision to use the existing foundation and demolished over 90 percent of the existing house.

Ed, who acted as a general contractor, brought in subcontractors to open the back of the house to provide a casual waterfront living space with an uncommon view of the lake and interactive common room for guests. They knocked down walls, replaced the roof and adjusted the layout of the house to extend toward the lakeside. They added a bedroom wing and reconfigured the roadside facade. They also built an interesting design feature, a single span 48 foot beam throughout the dining and living spaces that carries the roof load to the deck. The Kings, who use their lake house for summer relaxation with their family and friends, maintain that the renovations made such a difference to the usefulness of the space.

The next step was to bring in Memphis Interior Designer Ken Cummins to design and decorate a living space that fit their needs. “The direction given by my clients was immediately clear: fun and cheerful!” says Cummins. “We worked together to incorporate timeless design elements of color and textures that fit their personality, while keeping with the style of the home by utilizing architectural elements that complement the home’s original features.” Ken and Sandy worked closely together to develop a perfect blend of color and structure.

They agreed on one consistent color, yellow, to liven the mood and a pale blue ceiling to bring the sky into the room. Sandy jokes that she picked out the neutral tile color to match the coat of her yellow lab.

Ken worked with Bob Myers at Graham’s Lighting Fixtures to generate the perfect combination of lighting to add to the tone of the home. The pair prepared a customized plan for cove lighting, uplighting and recessed lighting to accentuate the natural light and reflection from the water, while creating an amazing ambiance to enjoy the evening hours. They also added dimmers and lamps to provide soft lighting. The construction and renovation lasted two years before the home was satisfactory for

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The monotone paint and simply manicured exterior of this once traditional, single story ranch-style home is deceiving to arriving guests, although quite inviting. Once inside, the home’s decor provides a quaint, casual atmosphere for guests to relax and enjoy the transition from work to play. The immediate impression upon entering is that of comfort, relaxation and beauty. The height of the vaulted ceiling and natural light lend themselves to a dramatic panoramic view of the water that is unparalleled. The textures and colors greet guests with a warm welcome. A neutral palette accented with color and layers of various textures flow throughout the house, although each room has its own unique characteristics.

This updated 3,200 square foot four bedroom, 3.5 bath home accommodates eight overnight guests, which allows the Kings’ extended family and friends to visit simultaneously. The entryway is adorned with casual design elements and a sign that sets the tone for the guests’ stay - Summer Place. Arched doorways frame the entrance from the formal dining room into the great room to show off the remarkable view of the outdoors, while large windows with wooden shutters bring in outside light from the front.

The great room presents an open floor plan that allows for multiple purpose areas, including a granite top island for entertaining along with several seating alternatives, all with lake views. A cork board wall behind the kitchen counter includes candid photographs of the many memories of the past. The ecru walls and cabinets brighten the room’s useable sitting and eating spaces and multiple patterns are well blended throughout each space. A panoramic landscape painting by Wilfred “Chick” Huettel, well-known local and regional painter of the Tennessee River, sits above a breakfast table.

The master suite occupies the back corner of the house, boasting french doors and a screen porch for easy access to the water. The master bathroom features charming french country wallpaper, a double vanity and a jacuzzi bathtub deliberately designed to continue the mood of relaxation throughout the house.

Window treatments and drapes exhibit patterns that give unique personality to each space.

The covered outdoor deck wraps around the back of the house and attaches to screen porches accessible from the two bedrooms overlooking the lake. This outdoor access serves as an extension of the living space, making it possible for homeowners and guests to take advantage outdoor daytime lounging or stunning overnight water views.

Pickwick Lake, one of the South’s premier resort destinations is an ideal environment for everyone who loves the water. A cozy love seat and fabric chairs overlook a gas log fireplace, hanging swordfish and sconce lighting. The Kings have a wooden notice over the fireplace, boasting the quote “it doesn’t get much better than this,” a motto that guests live by.

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The Kings bought their first house at Lake Pickwick in 1981 when their sons were very young. They were drawn to Pickwick because of its proximity to Memphis, the size of the lake and the other nearby bodies of water with shoreline to explore. They spent time with their boys waterskiing, fishing and catching turtles. They chose Bear Creek specifically because of the lack of traffic, low volume of boats and calmer waters. The Kings have seen an unbelievable change in the number of homes and traffic and very steady growth in the past thirty years. Now that Ed and Sandy have young grandchildren, they are excited about resorting back to the days of tubing, playing in the rocks at the beach area and collecting lightning bugs in the yard.

Ken Cummins has created a perfectly designed and beautifully decorated getaway for the Kings. “My design philosophy on this project involved intentional color, textures and design elements to create a fun atmosphere.” declares Cummins. “I envisioned a setting where Ed and Sandy wouldn’t have to entertain, but could enjoy the time with their children, grandchildren and friends.”

Ken Cummins optimally blended simple elegance with casual waterfront living through his vision of balanced and finely detailed colors and textures with the positioning of interior furnishings.

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As fairer weather approaches there’s no better place to be than in your own backyard. Outdoor living areas provide a peaceful retreat away from the stresses of ordinary life where you can relax and unwind.

Whether your definition of relaxation means cooking for friends on a grill, going for a dip in the pool or unwinding with a good book in a secluded seating area next to a fountain, you can design an outdoor haven that’s right for you and your property. For some expert advice, At Home Tennessee consulted Bud Gurley President of the Memphis-based landscape and nursery company Gurley’s Azalea Garden. Here are his tips to creating the outdoor living area of your dreams: 50 | At Home Tennessee • APRIL 2011

Pools There are few things more refreshing than a cool dip in the water on a summer day. Today, pools come in a variety of shapes and styles to suit a number of landscapes. When designing the layout of space remember to incorporate an umbrella or arbor into to create seating areas in both the sun and the shade.

It’s also nice to use natural materials to compliment the surrounding areas. Additional features such as lighting, speakers and waterfall cascades create extra ambience for a pleasant outdoor experience.

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Dining & Entertaining: Nothing brings people together faster than throwing a few burgers on the grill. A grill or outdoor cooking center allows space for casual entertaining where guests can relax in comfortable surroundings and take in the savory aromas that waft freely in the air. Purchasing a grill for your backyard is easy with prices that range from $25 - $4,000. If you’re a serious cook, than a fully equipped outdoor kitchen with storage cabinets, spacious counters, sink, refrigerator, ice maker and other outdoor-grade appliances may be more your style.

Areas for dining and entertaining may be located adjacent to the house like on a porch or further away in spaces near a pool or garden. Often, these areas are surrounded by groupings of plants or structures to give the space a room- like atmosphere. Popular looks for outdoor dining areas consist of solid or paved surfaces decorated with lush plantings and comfortable outdoor furniture.

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Seating: Depending on your definition of “escape” its possible to find a tranquil retreat within your own backyard. Every property regardless of size has potential for a quiet place that is set off from the regular flow of traffic. For instance, a bench placed at the edge of a lawn, alongside a path or nestled into the foliage of a garden creates secluded destinations where one can escape and unwind. Natural materials like stone blend nicely with most landscapes. Teak, cedar and redwood are other great options for outdoor furniture and are naturally rot-resistant.

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calming area in the backyard.

Lawn chairs, (pictured), provide homeowners room to relax and enjoy views of the pool. Lastly, hearths are another option when it comes to calming outdoor sitting areas. Hearths provide warmth and light, extending the outdoor season and creating ambience for memorable evenings.

Inviting backyard destinations don’t have to involve a dramatic overhaul of your landscape.

Follow these tips for a quick backyard makeover: 1) The proper placement of trees & shrubs compliment the architecture of the home, so make sure

shrubs are not covering windows or too much of the house.

2) Your money is best spent on the entryway of your house from the driveway to the front door. Proper lighting will give you great curb appeal and bigger return on your investment.

3) Plantings to screen to stop any unsightly views and create privacy.

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In our everyday lives trees give us benefits that are tangible.

They give us day-to-day basics like oxygen, shade and lumber to build our houses. This month we invite you to go beyond the easily perceptible benefits of trees.

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By the 1830’s a grove of 300-year-old southern live oaks located in what is now modern day Austin, TX, was a known meeting place for Comanche and Tonkawa tribes.

Fast forward almost two centuries of development and only one tree remains. Estimated to be nearly 500 years old, the Treaty Oak stands as a source of pride for tree lovers everywhere. Many old stories hint that under this oak Stephen F. Austin may have negotiated a boundary treaty with local Native Americans. For history buffs and plant geeks getting a glimpse of the Treaty Oak is a must when visiting Austin.

Unfortunately the Treaty Oak is only a shell of its former self. In 1989 a lovesick feed store worker and heroin addict named Paul Cullen poisoned the tree with enough of the herbicide Valpar to kill it and a hundred more trees.

Surrounding soil was quickly removed and replaced as every effort was made to save this historic tree. Over time the Treaty Oak survived, but over half of the tree’s canopy died during recovery. Additionally, not a single crop of acorns was produced until 1997. Paul Cullen was charged with felony criminal mischief and received nine years in prison.

November 26, 2010, Tuscaloosa, AL: Auburn storms back from a 24-0 deficit to stun Alabama in the Iron Bowl. This win gives the Auburn Tigers a solid argument that they are the best football team in the country. The next week Alabama fan Harvey Updyke allegedly drives to the corner of Magnolia and College Street on Auburn’s campus and applies the herbicide Spike 80DF to two 130-year-old live oak trees beloved by Auburn fans on what is know as Toomer’s Corner. He is later arrested for criminal mischief after calling a sports radio show and bragging about his actions.

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absorb some of the herbicide in hopes of saving the trees.

The fates of both the accused Mr. Updyke and the trees still hang in the balance. As many people know, these stories topped national news and created a heart-wrenching stir throughout the country. But why are we so passionate about saving these trees?

As Americans we love trees; history and culture have moved and formed under their branches. We associate them with famous people and events. Some trees we like simply because they’re old or take an interesting shape.

Many of us can stand in the shoes of the Auburn fans who may have walked to class under the branches of these two trees. Our first response is to find a way to save them, no matter what it takes.

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Our culture is obsessed with celebrity. The checkout line is full of the evidence. Along with the celebrities of the Hollywood variety, the U.S. is also full of famous trees that help us form connections with our young country’s past.

Even our first president was an enthusiastic tree lover.

In February of 1785 he planted two tulip poplars on his Mount Vernon estate. He carefully noted his actions in his diary, clearly proud of his trees. Seeing one of these giants is a must when visiting his former home. Walking under a tree George Washington planted helps give us a living connection to the man.

On November 19, 1863, Abraham Lincoln made a famous address while standing a little more than 100 feet from a young honey locust tree that had withstood the bloody battle of Gettysburg. Now it and only a few other trees stand as a reminder of what happened on the surrounding ridges and valleys. Seeing and touching these trees reminds us of our history. They help connect us to our past in a way that history books can’t.

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The trees of Overton Park became famous in 1971 for the U.S. Supreme Court ruling known as the Citizens to Preserve Overton Park v. Volpe, which pitted the Federal Highway Administration, which wanted to build Interstate 40 through the park, against Memphis locals. The ruling was one of the few times a non-profit organization won against a federal agency.

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The Cedars along Cedar Lane in Knoxville planted in 1844 have become a living legacy in the Fountain City area of Knoxville.

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Beech Grove where the national hero Alvin York married his childhood sweetheart after returning from WWI.

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The King Oak of Bristol grew during early settlement and provided shade for Revolutionary and Civil War soldiers. The historic tree remains in the center of a city park.

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The Battle of Nashville Basket Oak that received injuries during the epic Civil War battle for Nashville in 1864. The tree can be found in the Battle of Nashville Monument Park.

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The Scopes Trial Grove in Dayton is where court observers were shaded in one of the most famous legal trials in American history.

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The Daniel Boone Beech is outside Jackson in Madison County. It bears the signatures of Daniel Boone and his friends who were on a hunting party in 1776.

To find out more about these trees and others like them, check out America’s Historic Tree Register at http://www.historictrees.org/.

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The Perennial Plant Society of Middle Tennessee will hold their 20th Annual Perennial Plant Sale will be held on April 9 from 9am until 2pm at Al Menah Shrine Center located at 1354 Brick Church Pike The sale has grown to offer the largest collection of perennial plants in the Midstate area.

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Works of Heart

The 19th Annual Works of Heart Valentine’s Auction at the Memphis College of Art was packed with partygoers gathered for a great cause: the kids served by the Memphis Child Advocacy Center. More than 100 leading and emerging regional artists donated heart-themed artwork for auction— artists such as Carroll Todd, Tootsie Bell, and Fred Burton. Excitement built as bidders sought their claim on their favorite Work of Heart. In addition to being a benefit for the children served by the CAC, this year’s Works of Heart event was also a valentine to Ted Rust—a way to honor the memory of this great artist and the contributions he made to our community. Ted Rust died this past year at age 99 after a distinguished career as both a talented sculptor and a skilled administrator of the Memphis College of Art/Memphis Academy of Arts.

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Sheree Kelley recently introduced her specialty Lasagna - "Layers of Love." This Lasagna is extra special, as one of the ingredients is the new Sangiovese wine that was introduced on Valentine's Day. This is country artist Lorrie Morgan's signature wine "Something In Red." It is exclusively available at the Winery at Belle Meade Plantation. The Winery at Belle Meade Plantation is the only not-for-profit winery in the United States. All proceeds from wine sales directly benefit the preservation and education programs at Belle Meade Plantation.

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The 21st Annual Antiques and Garden Show of Nashville's Benefactors’ Reception and Preview Party was held at the Nashville Convention Center. The kickoff to the 2011 show, Elements, included a champagne reception honoring Albert Hadley and the show’s major benefactors. This year's show included New York-based interior designer Charlotte Moss and Sarah Champier, former personal florist to Prince Charles. The Antiques and Garden Show, the largest show of its kind in the country, showcases premier antique dealers and exhibitors from North America and Europe. Proceeds from the show provide funding for the continued preservation of the Cheekwood Botanical Garden & Museum of Art and also supports the Exchange Club Charities, Inc. – a non-profit organization dedicated to providing services to children in need. Guests included Laura Chadwick, Allison DeMarcus, Co-Chairs Kathy Rolfe and Betsy Wilt, Sheryl Crow, and Barbara and Jack Bovender.

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Inaugural Mardi Party

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A Taste of Art

Guests attending the “A Taste of Art” event the evening of Saturday, February 12th, at Art in the Village in Jackson enjoyed an evening of tasting delectable chocolates, receiving beautiful roses, sipping hot coffee, and bidding at a silent art auction to benefit the Day by Day Brain Injury Group Affiliated with West Tennessee Health Care Foundation.

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Power of the Purse Luncheon

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women who are community minded and understand the impact that women have on building a stronger community. Special guests were invited to a private “Meet and Greet” with keynote speaker, Jennifer Holliday. One of history’s greatest Broadway legends, her portrayal of Effie in Dreamgirls garnered her a Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical.

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“Fat Orange Tuesday” The 11th annual "Fat Orange Tuesday," sponsored by the Williamson County Chapter of the University of Tennessee National Alumni Association, took place at the Brentwood Country Club, March 8, 2011, to raise funds for the Williamson County UT Deborah DiPietro, Sherry Morgan & Anne Pennington Alumni Scholarship Endowment, which benefits the Arnell Willis, Monte Arnold & Marlene Alvarez music departments on the Knoxville, Chattanooga, and Martin campuses; and the Fund for the Future, a giving program of the UT Alumni Association. Dr. Joe DiPietro, new president of the University of Tennessee, served as the grand marshal and was crowned as king by Dr. George Bitzas, of Knoxville, professor emeritus, UT, Knoxville School of Music, who was the first grand marshal for the celebration. Comedian Rick Wey, also a UT alum, entertained the group with his humor, and the UT Knoxville Jazz Ensemble performed throughout the Mike Moss Fran Clippard, Merrie Clark & Robert Alexander evening.

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Style Blueprint, a Southern style blog from a Nashville point of view, held its 2nd Annual High-End Consignment Sale. Proceeds from the Early Bird Shopping Event benefitted the women and children of Renewal House. As a special treat, Tina and Rebecca Wardrobe Consultants were on hand to assist the many savvy shoppers.

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COOKING

A Case for Grits Gourmet Gadget Gal, Jane Gaither

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When I left home for the first time and moved down to Georgia to go to college, I met a boy whom I liked very much. Now, considering that Tennessee and Georgia border one another, you would think that the similarities in our raising would be considerable - and they were - we both had Mommas who baked cornbread in a cast iron skillet and kept bacon drippings in a grease can on the back of the stove. But there was one thing that doomed our relationship from the very beginning. My new beau liked sorghum on his grits.

If you ask any Southerner how they like their grits, you are liable to start a fight of sorts depending on where you are visiting. In the states bordering the ocean, white grits are preferred to yellow and often grits there are served buttered or peppered with a side of fresh seafood. Further inland, like where I am from in Tennessee, yellow grits are more common. Yellow corn is also more common for eating fresh during summer as it’s a hardier variety that grows well in heavier soil. But sweetened grits? That’s akin to sweetened cornbread. Which isn’t cornbread. It’s cake.

So, when at that very first family breakfast the glass pitcher of sorghum was passed from father to mother to son and I watched as a perfectly unadulterated bowl of grits was doused with syrup, I knew that I’d never quite fit in. I tried later to argue it with my beau. “It’s corn,” I’d say. “You don’t put syrup on vegetables. Why would you put it on grits? Try it with butter and salt and pepper! Try it with a little cayenne,” I coaxed. I wanted him to like his grits the way I like my grits. It seemed to matter to me very much at the time.

That boy never wavered. He liked grits the way he was raised to like grits. And I never could get over it. And so, as often happens, our differences mattered more than our similarities and we broke up. Imagine my surprise some 20 years later when working on this recipe that I found myself spooning up a delicious mouthful of grit soufflé flecked with cayenne pepper and cheese and deciding that it needed a bit of sugar for balance. I added a drizzle of local Sourwood honey and that small sweetening punctuated this dish so well that I simply stood at the stove and gobbled the first one before I brought dinner out for my family. And I laughed at my younger self and remembered my hubris and how important it was for me at the time to be right and for him to be wrong.

Next time I’m going to try my grits with sorghum.

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Yellow Grits Soufflé with Sourwood Honey Ingredients: 1 cup water 1 cup milk ½ cup quick cooking yellow stone ground grits 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese 4 egg whites 1 egg yolk 2 Tablespoons heavy cream 1 Tablespoon Sourwood Honey Butter for ramekins Instructions: 1. Preheat oven to 350º. Butter 6 ½-cup ramekins and set aside.

2. In heavy bottom 2-qt saucepan, pour water and milk in pan and bring to simmer. Slowly pour in grits whisking briskly until well combined. Add Cayenne pepper and salt. Cook for five minutes.

Remove from heat and stir in cheese until melted.

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3. In large mixing bowl beat egg whites until stiff.

4. Into cooled grits, add egg yolk and cream and stir until mixed. Gently fold in whites until mixed.

5. Using ladle, place grits in ramekins and fill 2/3rds.

6. Bake 10 -15 minutes (but no more than 15 minutes) until puffy and slightly golden on top.

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38th Annual

Music City Tennis Invitational April 30 & MAY 1, 2011 Brownlee O. Currey, Jr. Tennis Center at VanderBilt University Nashville, Tennessee Everyone Welcome! Beginners to Pros!

Reduced Rate For USTA Members!

Team Tennis Format Enter With a Partner or We’ll Pair You With One. 2 Days of Tennis, Food, Parties, Music, Trophies, Prizes, Goodie Bags And More!

For more information & registration forms, visit www.MusicCityTennis.com or call 615.322.7733.

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ENTERTAINING

Chill andGrill

Hallelujah! Spring is finally here and with it a bevy of outdoor activities to enjoy. Celebrate the arrival of warm weather and the start of the outdoor entertaining season with a cookout.

From novice to grill master, our collection of grilling recipes will have your neighbors climbing the fence.

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GRILLING TIPS Develop a relationship with your butcher! He can make things easy on you and provide great tips as well as cut your selections at the thickness and size you want.

Always use a meat thermometer when smoking. It takes the guess work out of things.

Don't be afraid to try new recipes, however, if you’re cooking for large groups it’s best to stick with a dish you’ve made more than once.

Finally, a successful cookout should have plenty of quality beer and wines to go with what your serving.

Bishop Hearth and Home Bishop Hearth and Home of 1948 Vanderhorn Nashville Memphis, TN 2913 Armory Dr. 38134 Nashville, TN 37204 Phone: 901-384-0070 Office: 615-255-8555 Fax: 901-384-3669 WINE PAIRINGS Coppola Rosso A classic California red table wine, light and fruity, designed for everyday enjoyment.

Rosso is made from a blend of Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah from climatically diverse growing regions across California.

Irony Pinot Noir is medium-bodied with complex aromas of raspberry, strawberry, lemon thyme and caramel with hints of earthy sautéed mushroom. Enjoy this wine with pork tenderloin, grilled chicken or caramelized onion and prosciutto pizza.

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Smoked Mallard Hen 1 mallard hen cleaned Italian dressing for marinate garlic pepper 1/4 cup of each, sliced onion, and apple per mallard 3 pieces of bacon per mallard Apple wood smoke chips Directions: Marinate mallard in dressing and garlic pepper overnight. the next day, remove form marinade and stuff with onion and apple slices, wrap in bacon and secure with toothpicks. Slow cook over indirect heat (about 250 degrees) for hours adding apple wood chips occasionally for added smoke flavor. Remove from heat and chill. Slice and serve at room temp with cheese of your choice and crackers.

Grilled Asparagus and Baby Peppers Asparagus Assorted baby peppers Olive oil Cavenders Greek Seasoning Directions: Sprinkle vegetables with olive oil and seasoning and place in grilling basked.

Grill at ? degrees for 90 seconds per side.

Remove from heat and serve at room temp or chilled.

Crab Stuffed Mushrooms Ingredients: Old Bay crab cake mix 1 lb crab meat, fresh or canned Whole Mushrooms, preferably large button or baby portabella Mayonnaise Sharp Provolone, sliced thickly Directions: Get Primo to 350. Make the crab cake mix as stated on the package. Break out mushroom stems and clean tops. Stuff mushroom tops with crab cake mix and place in a shallow baking dish. Cook at 350 for approximately 20 minutes. Pull it out and place the provolone slices over the top of the mushrooms. Place back in the Primo for an additional 10 minutes.

Beef Brisket Ingredients: Flat Cut Brisket Beef Base Dry Rub Aluminum Foil Directions: Slather your flat cut brisket with a beef base and then sprinkle generously with a good dry rub. Let sit covered overnight in the fridge. Smoke at 225-240 until the internal temperature gets to around 170. Once at 170 wrap the brisket in heavy foil and increase the 76 | At Home Tennessee • APRIL 2011

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Gorgonzola Burgers Ingredients: 1 lb. ground chuck Gorgonzola crumbles Salt Pepper, A-1 Sauce Worcestershire Directions: Get Primo at 400 degrees. Mix all ingredients together and form into burger patties.

Grill burgers to desired temperature, roughly 9 – 11 minutes.

Dessert Pizza Ingredients: 1 18oz package refrigerated sugar cookie dough 8oz softened cream cheese 1/3 cup sugar 1/2 tsp vanilla 1 can pineapple tidbits drained 1 can mandarin oranges drained 2 Kiwi fruit peeled and sliced 1 banana sliced cherries drained lemon juice 12� pizza pan * Any fruits of choice will work IE: strawberry, blueberries, apple, raisins, dates, etc. Add coconut, nuts, or powdered sugar too. You can also double the cream cheese to make it richer.

Optional Drizzle 1/3 cup Orange Marmalade 1 TB water Directions: Soften cookie dough and spread out on pizza pan pressing it to form crust or giant cookie. Bake in Primo at 375 for 10 - 12 minutes until cookie dough is brown and cooked. Remove from Primo and cool.

Mix cream cheese, vanilla, and sugar and spread on center of pizza. Top with fruits of your choice. (If using bananas, use some lemon juice on the bananas so they don’t turn dark). If using optional drizzle, mix marmalade and water and drizzle over pizza. When pizza is finished refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Cut and serve.

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heat to 270-280. Smoke until the internal temperature gets to 195-200. Take it off the Primo and wrap it in a second sheet of heavy foil. Put a folded towel in the bottom of a cooler, next the brisket, then another folded towel. Put on the lid and let it sit for at least another hour. Slice the brisket for serving. Reserve the juices that accumulated in the foil and pour that back over the sliced brisket.

Patrons Dinner Farm to table, Grape to Glass Friday may 6, 7 pm

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Smoky Jambalaya Ingredients: 1 cup peeled, uncooked, medium-size fresh or frozen WILD AMERICAN Shrimp 1 onion, finely chopped 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped 1 celery rib, finely chopped 1 cup diced smoked sausage 1 cup cubed PILGRIM’S PRIDE Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs 4 tablespoons CRISCO Vegetable Oil 1 1/2 cups uncooked MAHATMA Extra Long Grain White Rice 1 cup shredded smoked pork 2 (10 1/2-oz.) cans beef broth 1 cup water 3 tablespoons ZATARAIN’S Creole Seasoning 1 bay leaf Garnish: green onion tops Directions: 1. Get Primo to a temperature of 325.

2. If frozen, thaw shrimp according to package directions. Devein, if desired, and set aside.

3. Cook onion and next 4 ingredients in hot oil in a 4-qt. cast iron Dutch oven over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, 10 minutes or until chicken is lightly browned. Stir in rice and next 5 ingredients.

4. Smoke, covered, at 325° for 50 minutes. (Do not open top.)

5. Remove from Primo, and stir in shrimp. Smoke, covered, 10 more minutes or just until shrimp turn pink.

Garnish, if desired.

Black Peppered Shrimp Ingredients: Headed Shrimp (peelings left on) Butter Black Pepper Directions: Get Primo Smoker to 450. Foil a baking sheet and fill pan with one layer of headed shrimp, but leave the peelings on them. Place pats of butter all over the shrimp, and sprinkle generously with black pepper. Bake in the Primo at 450 for 12 minutes. Remove from Primo and flip shrimp over as well as possible. Bake for another 6 or 7 minutes. Remove and enjoy!

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Brunch let’s do

Text Bonnie Grosshans GATLINBURG phis area sits a modest house where Log Cabin Pancake House Brother Juniper’s has been serving If you are in the mood for pancakes, a well-known breakfast for the past visit Log Cabin Pancake House located near downtown Gatlinburg. The 22 years. It’s truly a diamond in the rough and with their "motto food, large unique building was built from family, and community," the restaulogs brought in from Kentucky and rant is a Memphis favorite. Where West Virginia and has been familyeverything is home-made and cooked owned and operated for 35 years. to order. The menu features tradiThough the restaurant offers 18 varitional breakfast items but their most eties of pancakes, the most popular popular dish is the San Diegan openchoices seem to be Pancake Royale faced omelet that serves as bed for which includes powdered sugar, basour cream, home fries, portobellos, nanas, and their special cream cheese tomatoes, bacon, green onions, feta sauce, and Caribbean Pancakes,with bananas, nuts, coconut and powdered and cheddar cheese. The San Diegan is known as a Rachael Ray favorite. sugar. But the Gatlinburg landmark Brother Juniper’s is open Tuesdayalso features country ham, omelets, Friday 6:30-1:00, Saturday 7:00-12:30 and other “‘Hold the Pancakes’” and Sunday 8:00-1:00. 3519 Walker specials. Log Cabin Pancake House is Avenue, Memphis, 901.324.0144 open everyday 7:00-2:00. 327 Historic Nature Trail-Airport Road Gatlinburg, Owen Brennan’s TN 37738 865.436.7894 For the past 21 years, Owen Brennan’s MEMPHIS The Peabody has been serving its popular jazz Sunday brunch at The Peabody Hotel brunch on Sundays in East Memphis. in downtown Memphis is truly an The New Orleans themed restauexperience. The champagne brunch rant has been voted the best Sunis served in Capriccio Grill, which day brunch for the past 17 years by overlooks the beautiful hotel lobby Memphis Flyer and Memphis Magazine. where diners can watch the famous While listening to the jazzy, LanPeabody ducks swim in the fountain. nie McMillan Trio, diners enjoy the The menu features a lavish buffet that large buffet and cajun Bloody Marys. includes everything from imported Popular stations on the buffet include meats and cheeses, smoked fish and the omelet station, home-made waffle pasta entrees to traditional breakstation, and dessert station, where fast items such as eggs, sausage and you can find the house-made bread biscuits. Along with the buffet, the pudding and Bananas Foster. Sunday brunch includes the popular carving brunch is served 10:00-2:00 and resstation as well as an omelet staervations are recommended. The cost tion and a waffle station. One of the is $30 per person and for children 12 highlights of the meal is the desserts and under it is half price. that include homemade ice cream, 6150 Poplar Avenue Suite 150 Membread pudding and other individual phis, 901.761.0990 sweets. Brunch is served 11:00-2:30 NASHVILLE and reservations are recommended. dailyDish The cost is $34.50 for adults, $12 for Well-known in the Nashville commuchildren ages six -12, and children 6 nity, Chef Sean Begin opened daiand under are free. 149 Union Avenue lyDish in December 2007 in the GrassMemphis, 901.529.4000 land community of Franklin. Serving a buffet-style Sunday brunch, Chef Brother Juniper's Sean offers Belgian waffles, made-toNestled in the University of Memorder omelets, Eggs Benedict, biscuits

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and gravy, fresh fruit, baked brie and salads, including the biggest seller— the almond-encrusted goat cheese salad with mangos, strawberries and spiced almonds. The casual, neighborhood establishment also specializes in catering, so not only is the food delicious but it is very eye-appealing as well since the buffet display is a must see. Sunday brunch is served 9:30-2:30 and the cost is $16.99 per person, for children ages five-12 it is half price, and children four and under are free.

2205 Hillsboro Road, Franklin, 615.791.1255 Margot Café & Bar Fresh, local and seasonal ingredients describe Chef Margot McCormack’s menu at Margot Cafe and Bar, located in East Nashville. The restaurant hosts Sunday brunch with the menu changing daily, but always available are the well-known and popular cinnamon pecan sticky buns and the special cheese plate. You can usually expect steak and eggs, quiche, pancakes or french toast and other entrees on the menu. Everything is made in house from the pastries and desserts to the ketchup and mustard. Also try the Bloody Mary and blood orange mimosa. Brunch is served Sunday 11:00-2:00. If you are looking for a more casual, family-oriented brunch, walk down the street to Marché Artisan Foods, where Chef Margot serves a similar but not identical brunch Saturday and Sunday. The cafe is also a marketplace offering pastries, coffee, meats, cheeses and more.

1017 Woodland Street Nashville, 615.227.4668 Copper Kettle Cafe & Catering This casual cafe has two locations in Nashville where Sunday brunch includes an all you can eat buffet. The Green Hills establishment has been in business for almost 10 years and is the original location, while the downtown

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restaurant is newer, in November of 2008, and has a nice porch that overlooks downtown and the Cumberland River. The brunch buffets are similar and include their famous goat cheese salad, Eggs Benedict, smoked salmon baked brie, as well as traditional breakfast items. Brunch is served 10:00-2:00. The cost is $16.25 per person, $7.35 for children ages six-10, and free for children 5 and under.

Downtown: 94 Peabody Street Nashville, 615.742.5545 Green Hills: 4004 Granny White Pike Nashville, TN 37204 615.383.7242 J. Christopher’s J. Christopher’s is located in Cool Springs and offers brunch every day with a little southern hospitality. The friendly, quaint atmosphere serves as the perfect spot for diners during the week and a more family-oriented group on the weekend. The restaurant has been open since November 2007 and specialty menu items include blueberry crunchcakes, maple French Toast, omelets and the Route 66 skillet, which features house-made corned beef hash and roasted potatoes topped with eggs and an English muffin. J. Christopher’s is open every day 7:00-2:00. 620 Frazier Street, Franklin, 615.778.2405 The Garden Brunch Café After renovating an historic home on Jefferson Street, Karl and Jennifer Carpenter opened The Garden Brunch Cafe about two years ago and since then they have made a name for themselves in the Nashville community. The artsy, eclectic cafe is known for its organic flair and house specialties include Bananas Foster pancakes, fish and grits and the Germantown West Benny, a take on Eggs Benedict that features smoked salmon, spinach, tomatoes, onions, capers and homemade hollandaise sauce. On Wednesdays, the restaurant offers the Breakfast Club Buffet where professionals can enjoy a buffet style breakfast while they ‘mix and mingle. The Garden Brunch Cafe is open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 9:00-2:00 and Wednesday 7:00-10:00 .

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924 Jefferson Street Nashville, TN 615.891.1217 KNOXVILLE The French Market Crêperie Located in the heart of downtown Knoxville, The French Market Crêperie serves the flavor of Paris with their authentic sweet and savory crêpes. Popular varieties include strawberries and cream, smoked salmon and cream cheese, and lastly goat cheese and walnuts.

The crêpes are delicious as the restaurant imports the batter directly from France. But crêpes are not the only thing on the menu, as baguette and croissant sandwiches, soups, French pastries and other seasonal items are also offered. The French Market Crêperie is open Monday-Tuesday 9:00-4:00; Thursday 9:00-8:00, and Friday-Saturday 9:00-10:00. 526 South Gay Street Knoxville, 865.540.4372 Brother Juniper's

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CHATTANOOGA Pasha Coffee & Tea Opening in February 2009 in the historic Chattanooga suburb of St. Elmo, Pasha Coffee & Tea serves a handful of Mediterranean items and home-made desserts. It is the only place in Chattanooga that offers Organic Fair Trade coffee and the menu features various bagels and toppings. The most popular items are The Janissary, which is a toasted everything bagel with cholula, pesto, eggs, turkey, and feta cheese, and The Vegster, which is a sandwich with hummus, pesto, red onions, feta cheese, and tomatoes. The restaurant is open Monday-Friday 7:00-9:00 and Saturday 8:00-6:00.

3914 St. Elmo Avenue Chattanooga, TN 37409 423.475.5482 SEVIERVILLE Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant Family-style country cooking describes the menu at the Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant and Farmhouse Grill. Both restaurants are located in the same complex in Sevierville.

The 24-year-old establishment has a homey atmosphere with a few porch swings inside that serve as actual seating in the restaurant. It is truly reminiscent of your grandmotherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s house. The southern entrees include eggs, pancakes, and waffles, but the most popular item is the Smokehouse Sampler that features pork loin, bacon, and sausage. While the Farmhouse Restaurant serves everything country-style, the Grill offers everything a la carte. The restaurant is open everyday 8:00-9:00. 220 Apple Valley Road Sevierville, TN 37862 865.428.1222.

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YOU ARE INVITED… To a ‘Ladies Night Out’ Private Shopping Event hosted by Mila Grigg, President of MODA Image Consulting and Dillard’s at the Wolfchase Galleria

What: LADIES NIGHT OUT! When: Sunday, May 1, 2011 Where: Dillard’s at the Wolfchase Galleria Time: 6-9pm Image and Fashion Consultant, Mila Grigg, along with Dillard’s are inviting you to a night of fashion, food, fun and special incentives to purchase your favorite items for that night ONLY along with thousands in door prizes! The entire store will be open just for our guests! Spring fashions are arriving daily, and you are invited to your very own private fashion party, guaranteed to put the SPRING back into your life! See and hear priceless fashion tips, learn the fashion secrets of the celebrities along with how to dress for your own personal and professional goals while discovering how the right fashion and styles can change your life! All of this accompanied with amazing deals on the SPRING COLLECTIONS. This is the year to express yourself and nobody does it better than MODA and Dillard’s. This is the night where the ‘Style of Your Life’ comes to life!

Register today as spots are limited and going quickly for this can’t miss event!

Registration is easy - Guests can RSVP inside of Dillard’s at the Wolfchase Galleria, or online at www.ModaImageConsulting.com. Your purchase of a $25 gift card confirms your event reservation, registers you for the giveaways and is redeemable toward your purchases. (Gift card never expires)

If you have any difficulty registering or have questions, please e-mail mila@modaimageconsulting.com or call 615.218.6831 for additional help and information.

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The creation of the chocolate-covered potato chip cupcake signaled to America that the time has come for the cupcake bubble to pop. What is going to replace these cute and portable mini confections?

The pie or “pake”—the hybrid of the cake and the pie. Pies are the perfect replacement for the oversaturated cupcake market: they can be big or small, sweet or savory and they are deeply rooted in the American culture.

The pie has been an American favorite since the days

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of the pioneer women, hence the expression “as American as apple pie.” However, in recent years many people have overlooked this traditional treat. According to Mary Jennifer Russell, master baker and owner of Sugaree’s Bakery in Tupelo, Miss., “a good pie is still hard to find.” Russell believes strongly not only in the quality of flavors of these desserts, but also the nostalgia that arises from eating a truly great piece of pie. Growing up baking with her mother, she has since spent over a decade learning and perfecting her family’s recipes.

Sugaree’s Bakery, which began in Russell’s own kitchen before moving to its current retail location, specializes in all baked goods from breads to cakes and everything in between. Once word of Sugaree’s truly special desserts got out, Russell’s business grew into a Southern staple. Sugaree’s is known for their famous layer cakes, which they sell more of than anything else. Their signature rich, decadent, caramel cake is the best seller; however Russell is also known for her traditional Southern pies.

Since pies were originally used as portable containers for meals, the crust was often discarded once the dish arrived safely at its final location. In recent years, however, the crust has become one of the most important elements of the pie. Russell admits that creating the crust is her favorite part of baking. “It is a simple, quick process using just a few ingredients,” she admits, “but when done correctly, it is the key to creating the perfect pie.”

How do you go about fashioning a handful of ingredients into a light and flaky crust? Follow Russell’s five secrets to the best homemade piecrust: grate frozen butter, work with ice water, add the water quickly but do not overwork as this will cause the crust to become tough, don’t overwater – add just enough so when you squeeze the dough it remains stuck together, and finally, to reduce the amount of flour added to the dough, roll the crust out between two pieces of plastic wrap.

The next challenge is deciding what to put inside the pie crust. The versatility of ingredients and flavors is one of the greatest appeals of the pie. Fillings can be sweet, savory or both. The first pie recipe ever published, rye crusted goat cheese and honey, dates back to Roman times.

For a more modern version of this ancient recipe, Russell suggests combining goat cheese and figs, or adding cheddar cheese to an apple pie to create a new twist on an American favorite.

Farmers markets are great places to find inspiration for different flavors. Fresh fruits and artisanal cheese are sold in abundance, and farmers markets can provide you with all the ingredients for a delicious dessert while also supporting local agriculture. Fruit-filled pies are one kind of sweet pie, but Russell is known for her extravagant chocolate meringue pies.

“My favorite pies are meringue pies… in my childhood memory my mother’s meringue pies were HUGE and I wanted my pies to be as big and pretty as I remembered them being when I was a kid. Well, it took a while to get the cooking times and temperatures right, but now we make five-pound pies every Friday – one pound of crust, three pounds of filling and one pound of meringue.” The trick to getting these pies to come out perfectly: “bake meringue pies at a low temperature until cracks develop.” Then you know the pie is done and it is time to savor this masterpiece of a dessert.

Buttermilk pies sound suspicious, but Russell swears by this unusual flavor.

However, she doesn’t see a bright future for the comeback of mincemeat—“yuk.”

If you are worried that pies are lacking the cute factor of cupcakes, and don’t think the pie will catch on because it is too old-fashioned, think again. Individual sized pies are becoming popular, and with new, fast-baking individual pie makers, the home cook can create these treats in no time. Is all this talk of pies making you thirsty? Apple pie martinis will be making a splash this summer.

Not only will traditional flavors be showing up on your table and in your local bakeries, pies will be popping up in unexpectedly pleasant places. This trend will add a whole new meaning to the phrase “as American as apple pie!”

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SEE&DO

The upcoming Corinth Home and Garden Weekend will intertwine a variety of activities to create an atmosphere that will challenge all five senses.

The Historic Coliseum Civic Center

The McPeters Home, 1873

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What is there to see?

What is there to smell?

Beginning on Friday, April 29, at 1 p.m. guests have the chance to tour the beautifully decorated interiors of three of Corinth’s historic homes - at their leisure and in no certain order - for a nominal admission of $10. Located at 1224 Taylor Street, the residence owned by Stuart and Nan Green, is known as the Collier Home.

It was built in 1906 for Howard Collier, Sr. and was later occupied

by J. Arthur Ledbetter who sold it in 1940 to Harry Lee and Margaret Weaver Williams. Extensive changes were made including the digging of a basement for a boiler system. In 1956, John T. Wilbanks purchased the property and additional enhancements were made to the structure.

Just one street over, visitors will find the home of Dr. John and Jennifer Shipp at 1301 Fillmore Street. The house, known as the McPeters Home, dates back to 1873 when the property was deeded from W.W. Armstrong to Paula Parker Paschall. Originally the house consisted of two rooms downstairs and two rooms upstairs with a detached kitchen.

William T. McPeters, the Alcorn County Circuit Clerk and later County Sheriff, purchased the home in 1886 and made additions to the home. The final stop on the tour is the recently restored residence of Dr. Max and Ros Hutchinson. Built in 1920, this two story bungalow was a gift to a young couple by the bride’s father. It has been home to only four families prior to its 2007 purchase by its current owners.

An added bonus to this year’s tour is a Federated, National Garden Club-sanctioned flower show.

A selection of entries into the show will exhibited in each home on the tour. The flowers will not only be judged by the beauty of the arrangement but also by how well the colors enhance the location in the homes. The Flower Show will be available the same hours as the Home and Garden Tour and is included in the ticket price. At a separate venue on Third Street, visitors can take a bit of the flower and garden experience home with them as they shop the variety of potted plants, sprigs and bouquets for sale in the Greens and Things center.

What is there to taste?

As guests stroll from house to house, they might take a break from the revelry with a snack in the Sweets and Things center where locally-baked pies, breads, cakes and cookies are sure to delight.

What is there to feel?

Touch the cool surface of a locally thrown piece of pottery in the Fine Arts Silent Auction Center. Works of local artists - oil paintings, water colors, pastels and pottery - will be displayed in the home of Dr. John and Jennifer Shipp. This is a rare occasion for those looking for that one-of-akind piece to take home a real treasure.

What is there to hear?

The Corinth Symphony Orchestra will be offering a salute to Motown with selections from Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder and the Temptation entitled “Dancing in the Streets” on Friday at 7 p.m. in the historic Coliseum Civic Center located in the 400 block of Taylor Street. The Coliseum is the masterpiece of Benjamin Franklin Liddon, a local businessman who designed and constructed the building in 1924 with a capacity of 999 seats. Built as a lavish motion picture palace, the movie screen disappeared into the over-stage area during Vaudeville and other live performances. The Coliseum has perfect acoustics, two gilded balconies, ornate plaster, and theatre boxes. It is a Mississippi Landmark and on the National Register of Historic Places.

All events with the exception of the Friday evening concert continue through Saturday, April 20 from 10 a.m. -4 p.m.

For more information, go to www.corinthhometour.org or call 662-415-1999. For lodging and dining information, go to www.corinth.net or call the Corinth Convention and Visitors Bureau at 800-748-9048.

Text and Photos Courtesy of Mississippi Tourism Association

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FINANCE

SPRING CLEANING

PUT YOUR FINANCIAL HOUSE IN ORDER As you file away your forms and schedules at the end of the tax season, it’s a good time to take a closer look at the big picture of your financial structure and tidy up where needed. Here’s a checklist of key considerations to help you get started.

Lay a Balanced Investment Groundwork

Does your current asset allocation — the mix of securities in your investment portfolio — still match your risk tolerance and time horizon? Stock market performance over the past few years may have altered the value of your stock holdings above or below the level you had originally intended. If so, consider rebalancing, either by selling some of your stock or bond investments or by purchasing more stock, bond or cash investments.

Create a Nest for the Future

Rather than just hoping you’ll have enough for a comfortable retirement, take some time to calculate how much you’ll need — and how much you’ll need to save. Your financial professional can help you establish a realistic accumulation goal and ensure that you’re on course to reach it.

Check Your Family’s Security System

Insurance can help protect you and your loved ones from the costs of accidents, illness, disability, and death.

It’s an important part of any sound financial plan. However, your individual need for coverage will depend on your personal circumstances, including your age, family, and financial situation. A young, single person, for example, may not need much life insurance. A person with a growing family, on the other hand, may need to ensure adequate financial protection for loved ones.

Preserve the Assets You’ve Accumulated

You may not enjoy thinking about what will happen after you’re gone, but failing to plan could cost your family and loved ones. A sound estate plan can help preserve your assets and keep them from being unnecessarily reduced by taxes. The IRS currently allows transfers of up to $3,500,000 in assets federally tax free.

While that may sound like a limit you’ll never approach, if you tally the appreciated value of your retirement assets, your home, and your other holdings, you may find otherwise. Your estate plan should include an upto-date will and may make use of tools for charitable giving and joint ownership of property.

Debt Can Threaten the Foundation

While you’re putting the rest of your financial plan in order, don’t neglect credit card balances or other outstanding debt. Consider ways to either reduce your debt or manage it better. For example, you might be able to save on interest charges by consolidating and transferring your credit card balance or by refinancing your mortgage.

Your financial house is a complex structure that needs regular upkeep. By staying on top of things and keeping you financial house in order, you’ll be well on your way to reaching your goals. © 2010 Standard & Poor’s Financial Communications. All rights reserved.

Text contributed by LPL Financial and First State Investment Center, A Division of First State Bank

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UT Health Science Center Centennial Gala Saturday, September 17, 2011

UT Health Science Center Campus Entertainment by Joyce Cobb A portion of the funds will benefit the Methodist University Hospital Transplant Institute which operates in partnership with the UT Health Science Center.

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For details or tickets, contact Pam Houston phouston@uthsc.edu or (901) 448-1164.

HAPPENINGS Every Friday Evening Alive After Five Knoxville Museum of Art 8-8:30 p.m.

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Through the 17th Tennessee Aquarium Keeper Kids 2011 800.262.0695 tnaqua.org

Through the 17th Special Guest at Titanic Author Lee Meredith Pigeon Forge, 800.381.7670

1 Thomas Arvid Opening & Preview Memphis Brooks Museum of Art 6-8 p.m.

DCI Gallery 776 E. Brookhaven Circle

The Hermitage Gala Belle Meade Country Club 6:30 p.m. www.thehermitage.com 2 Backyard Organic Gardening Crabtree Farms 10a.m.-12 (noon) Tnaqua.org

2 Blacktie & Bluegrass Chattanoogasymphony.org 423.267.8593

8 Wild World of Wine & Beer Memphis Zoo 7 – 10 p.m.

Memphiszoo.org 901.333.6553 *”Country Roads”-Ensworth Auction Ensworth’s Devon Farm Campus 615-250-8912

9 Salute to Gershwin Memphis Symphony 8 p.m.

901.537.2525 memphissymphony.org

7- 9 Rachmaninoff & Bruckner Nashville Symphony 7 p.m.

Nashvillysymphony.org 615.687.6505

7, 8 Mahler Symphony Tivoli Theater 8 p.m.

Chattanoogasymphony.org 423.267.8593

13 String Theory at the Hunter Hunter Museum of American Art Chattanooga 423.267.0968

14, 16 Guitar Orchestra of Barcelona Nashville Symphony 7 p.m.

Nashvillesymphony.org 615.687.6505

14 Steeplechase LookBook Fashion Show Belle Meade Plantation www.steeplechaselookbook.com 15 Brooks Uncorked!

Brooks Museum of Art 7 p.m.

Theartofgoodtaste.org 901.544.6209

16 Earth Day

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16 Opening Day Memphis Farmer’s Market 7 a.m.-1 p.m.

Central Station, S. Front Street at GE Patterson in the Historic South Main District, Downtown Memphis.

16 -18 12 a.m.

Four Bridges Art Festival First Tennessee Pavilion

17 When They Were Young: Classical Prodigies Read House Silver Ballroom 7 p.m.

Chattanoogasymphony.org 423.267.8593

17 Downtown Home Tour 12-6 www.downtownnashville. com 615-743-3090

28 Hot Jazz in Stone & Steel: An Exploration of Early American Jazz Hunter Museum 423.267.0968 huntermuseum.org

29 through May 1 Carmina Burana Nashville Ballet Andrew Jackson Hall Tpac.org 615.782.4040

30 Ode to Joy Memphis Symphony 8 p.m.

901.537.2525 memphissymphony.org

May 1 Opening Day Chattanooga Sunday Market 3 p.m.-8 p.m.

First TN Pavilion

May 7 The Spring Show The Shops of Saddle Creek 21 Germantown, TN Farm to Fork Felicia Suzanne’s Restaurant winterartsmemphis.com 6:30 p.m.

80 Monroe Ave. 901.523.0877

Farm to Table Dinner 212 Market Street Café Chattanooga, TN 37402 6:30-8p.m.

423.267.6757 tnaqua.org

23 *Oyster Easter Historic Travellers Rest Historic Home 615.291.6688 26 *Symphony Spring Fashion Show Schemerhorn Symphony Center www.nashvillesymphony.org

Lake House Gallery One-of-a-Kind Lake Decor

Lakegirl® Clothing Fossil • John Wind Jewelry Original Artwork Handmade Pottery • Furniture Jewelry • Gis

Teresa Zilinsky Designs award-winning interior designer

901.481.3738 beautifulinteriordesigns.com

8795 Highway 57 (the Old Dock Shop) Pickwick, TN 731.689.1000 lakehousegallery.com Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday

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SOURCES: Shopping: Pink “Chrissy” Dress, Emma Graham, Elle Boutique, 11384 Parkside Drive Knoxville 865.675.2901 Navy Blazer,BCBG Ella Boutique 3080 Poplar Ave. Memphis 901.507.0507 Tory Burch Sandal Joseph’s 418 South Grove Park Road, Memphis 901.767.1609 Sondra Roberts Print Tote, Ella Boutique 3080 Poplar Ave. Memphis, Tn 901.507.0507 Necklace, Lizzie Fortunato Joseph’s 418 South Grove Park Road, Memphis 901.767.1609 Hayden- Harnett Tote Bag, Kittie Kyle 3092 Poplar Ave # 14 Memphis, TN 38111-3536 901.452.2323 Lilly Pullitzer Sunglasses, The Pink Door 4615 Poplar Ave. Suite 5 Memphis 901. 682.2107 Prada Bag, Joseph’s 418 South Grove Park Road, Memphis 901.767.1609

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BOOKS

GARDENING INSPIRATIONS Shana Raley-Lusk

The Artful Garden: Creative Inspiration for Landscape Design

by James van Sweden and Tom Christopher In this book, the world of art and the world of gardening truly meet. Gardening and landscape design expert James van Sweden guides readers through new and interesting ways of understanding just how to design their very own perfect outdoor retreat. Looking at gardening design through the lens of design principles is the central focus, with topics such as how to use both positive and negative space effectively in the design of your new garden. The authors share a wealth of useful gardening knowledge, but perhaps even more striking are the beautiful photographs that fill the pages of the book. Published by Random House, Inc. (randomhouse.com); $40.

Power of Gardens, by Nancy Goslee Power This book showcases the design work of the author and focuses on the importance of harmony in the garden. It is more inspirational than how-to, but certainly much can be learned from Power’s style and experience. “Garden design is a living art form…” she says. The book is organized by design projects of the author and also includes lists of favorite plants and suggested further reading. For those in search of garden design ideas to aspire to, look no further.

Published by Stewart, Tabori & Chang. (amazon.com); $37.80.

Tomorrow’s Garden: Design and Inspiration for a New Age of Sustainable Gardening, by Stephen Orr For those gardeners concerned with earth-friendly methods of cultivating nature, this book has so much to offer. With a relaxed, easy writing style, Orr teaches his readers how to merge beauty with responsibility when it comes to gardening. Since the gardens in the many photographs range in style, any reader is sure to find something to spark their creative side. Both informative and inspiring, this book certainly will not disappoint.

Published by Rodale Press. (barnesandnoble.com); $17.16.

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