Philadelphia Style - 2015 - Issue 5 - Late Fall - Richard Gere

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Family Matters: Philly’s Favorite Fathers and Sons on the Ties that Bind Breakthrough Treatments in Men’s Health A Cut Above: In Search of the City’s Best Steaks PLUS Dr. Stephen Klasko Wynton Marsalis Jay Tapper

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Growing up as the son of the polarizing, self-styled “king” of Philadelphia sports media, Spike Eskin says people often assume he was bred to one day take a spot on his father’s perch. But that couldn’t be further from the truth.

“When I left for the University of Southern California, I wanted nothing to do with what my dad did,” says Spike.

“Eventually I got into music radio, but I also got a bunch of tattoos and piercings and was like, ‘Yeah! I’m different than my dad, man!’ Now, here I am, right back where it began.”

Not that the differences between the elder and younger Eskin aren’t distinct. For one thing, Spike decided early in his career that he didn’t want to be an on-air personality but would rather operate behind the scenes, which he now does as program director for Sportsradio 94WIP. What’s more, there’s an intriguing juxtaposition between Spike’s affable personality and the caustic on-air persona his father perfected over the course of more than three decades. But when the two of them are together, it’s clear that each has influenced the other in ways both obvious and subtle.

“To have my son be in the same business as me was not my choice, so anything he got from me had to have been through osmosis,” says Howard, a sports anchor for Fox 29 and a regular on-air contributor at WIP. “Everything he’s accomplished, he’s accomplished on his own.”

Spike admits that Growing Up Eskin was “as polarizing as you’d imagine. It’s weird having your friends’ dads know who your father is and in some cases kind of hate him,” laughs Spike. “But the older I get, the more I realize how lucky I was to have him as a dad.”

For Howard’s part, it wasn’t always obvious that Spike might find it challenging to be his son. “He said to me one day, ‘I don’t want people to know who I am when I’m walking down the street.’ And a bell went off in my head, and I realized that whenever I took him somewhere it was never just us,” says Howard.

As for the seeming dichotomy of their personalities— well, that’s a bit of an illusion, and it’s clear that Spike inherited a great deal of his affability from his father. Says Howard, “Yes, I’m opinionated and people think they know me because they’ve seen me on the air, but I also firmly believe that being nice to people in your life is so much easier and better than not being nice.”

Despite his success, Spike doesn’t harbor any illusions that he will ever fully emerge from the shadow of his father— but that’s a source of pride, not frustration. “For as much as I’ve accomplished, he will always be more successful at this,” says Spike. “Even to this day, he still owns this town in many ways. I’ve really had to earn this. I think I still am.”

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Earlier this year, James Holloway got a phone call from his father, Philadelphia Municipal Court Judge James DeLeon, who said he had recently written two plays and wanted his son to read them. “But I did not want to read the plays,” says Holloway. “I’m thinking, How great can they be? So I kept putting it off.”

Holloway was a seasoned New York City theater actor and had been living with his new wife in Los Angeles for about a year, trying to make a name for himself in film and television. He knew his father had written some plays in the mid-1970s while studying at the American Film Institute and simultaneously preparing to take the bar exam. But they had been more or less hobby projects. Holloway had no reason to expect greatness this time around. Finally, a friend told him he needed to suck it up. “He’s your dad,” the friend said. “If he needs you to help him, you help him.” So Holloway read the plays… and he was blown away.

“I thought, My gosh, my dad is really talented,” recalls Holloway, who began his training with Freedom Theater in Philly and has appeared in numerous stage, television, and film productions, including the final season of The Newsroom and Grey’s Anatomy. “I called my dad right away and said, ‘I’m all in. I’m inspired.’”

Holloway—who uses his mother’s maiden name as an actor—went on to produce one of the plays for the DC Black Theatre Festival this past June. (His father was the executive producer.) It was a one-woman production that explored the life of Michelle Obama and some of the racism she encountered during her years at Princeton University. After all was said and done, The Michelle Play won an award at the festival for best solo performance.

It may seem an unlikely pairing—the artistic son working alongside the celebrated municipal judge who presides over homicide, rape, and domestic violence cases. But Holloway and DeLeon don’t find it strange at all.

“I’ve always drawn a lot from the way my father can command a room,” says Holloway. “And seeing him in the courtroom helped with my perception of the world.

A lot of people get stuck just seeing one side of things, but as a judge he needs to be open to both arguments, both perspectives. That rubbed off on me.”

Working so closely with his son, DeLeon says he fully embraced the next level of fatherhood. “Yes, he’s your son,” he explains, “but you have to approach him like a grown individual. You may be able to suggest something, but if that suggestion doesn’t carry the weight you think it should, then you need to give him the respect of making his own choices. It’s been great watching James do that in his life.”

Detour de FORCE

This season, fashion—like passion—careens beTween pasT and presenT. photography by renÉ & r adka styling by naTalie and Giolliosa fUller

Sweater, Zac Posen ($890).

Saks Fifth Avenue, 2 Bala Plaza, Bala Cynwyd, 610-667-1550; saks.com. Skirt, Sportmax ($495). Bloomingdale’s, King of Prussia Mall, 610-337-6300; maxmara.com opposite page, on her: Blazer ($3,495), pants

($1,295), and belt ($305), Chloé. Neiman Marcus, King of Prussia Mall, 610-962-6200; neimanmarcus.com. Beret, Louise Green ($48).

Neiman Marcus, see above. Suede boots, Ralph Lauren Collection ($895). 200 S. Broad St., 215-985-2800; ralphlauren.com. on him: Jacket ($2,550) and scarf ($350), Bottega Veneta.

Neiman Marcus, see above. Turtleneck, Gucci ($790). King of Prussia Mall, 610-337-4130; gucci.com. Trousers, Hermès ($1,000).

King of Prussia Mall, 610-992-9730; hermes.com. Derby shoes, Brunello Cucinelli ($1,195). Neiman Marcus, see above

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opposite page: Jacket, Hermès ($2,775).

King of Prussia Mall, 610-992-9730; hermes.com. Button-up ($495) and pants ($840), Brunello Cucinelli.

Neiman Marcus, King of Prussia Mall, 610-962-6200; brunellocucinelli.com.

Henley, Vince ($85). 1701 Walnut St., 215-220-4965; vince.com. Hat, Louise Green ($255). Neiman Marcus, see above this page: Top ($2,725), turtleneck

($1,525), skirt ($3,800), and boots ($2,325), Hermès. King of Prussia Mall, 610-992-9730; hermes.com

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A LUXURIOUS LIFESTYLE AWAITS AT BROWNSBURG MANOR. A GRAND AND MAJESTIC ESTATE ON OVER 14 SECLUDED ACRES, TRULY ONE OF THE BEST IN BUCKS COUNTY.

Brownsburg Manor is a classically designed French Manor Home on 14 secluded acres in Upper Makefield, PA. The ultimate in luxury living with only a 30 minute drive to Philadelphia that blends Old World charm with modern amenities. Private gated estate with wonderful outdoor features that will surpass expectations with a serene pond complete with 2 regal swans, 18th century French gazebo, multi-tiered hybrid pool, Kitchen garden, fire pit with picnic grove, wooded walking/riding trails, storage barn with loft and a thoughtfully appointed Guest House. $3,850,000.

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Choose from three event spaces and a bevy of locally sourced menu options at The Logan.

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FROM PARTY TO AFTERPARTY, THESE HOTELS SET THE STAGE FOR ANY FESTIVITY. by jessica green The Logan

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The newest hotel at the former Four Seasons Hotel space offers three options for your next event: The Ballroom, the rooftop (coming in spring 2016), and The Stenton. The Stenton is a new space with views of Logan Square, an outdoor courtyard, and a private library. Urban Farmer, the in-house culinary team, creates special menus for every event, with all food coming from local sources. 1 Logan Sq., 215-963-1500; theloganhotel.com

Enjoy French cuisine, stately décor, and impeccable service for your next soirée. A planner is assigned at the start of the process, helping you custom-arrange a room, schedule activities, and plan a meal full of specialties like gazpacho with pickled mushroom and smoked eggplant. On the day of, a concierge acts as your right-hand man (or woman), ensuring everything goes smoothly and you, the host, can enjoy your own party. 120 S. 17th St., 215-569-8300; sofitel .com/philadelphia

A truly sophisticated party can be held at The Rittenhouse hotel.

Weddings are often hosted in the Grand Ballroom, with room for up to 500 guests, while more intimate dinner parties can be held in the Parkview Suite, holding up to 90 and boasting sweeping views of Rittenhouse Square park. A plus for all events: Catering is done by in-house restaurant Lacroix, led

by Executive Chef Jonathan Cichon, who creates an array of dishes from veal cheek to ruby shrimp with black quinoa. 210 W. Rittenhouse Sq., 215-546-9000; rittenhousehotel.com

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Valley Forge offers six rental options—including the newly renovated Independence Ballroom and the two-floor space aptly named The Venue—as well as its new restaurant, LP Steak.

Opening this month, the upscale steakhouse is run by chef Luke Palladino. Party hosts can rent out the dining room, bar, or one of the private event rooms, all of which serve prime beef, veal, and seafood.

1160 First Ave., King of Prussia, 610-354-8118; vfcasino.com PS

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112 s 13th st

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The Blue Bell Inn has plenty of outdoor space, plus a heated tent that’s perfect for cold-weather parties.

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The standout of this suburban haunt is its heated tent, which goes up every December for a Winter Wonderland–themed party. “Last year, we hosted a New Year’s Eve bash for 200 people in our tent,” says manager of public relations and marketing Mary Alana Kurz, “complete with an eight-piece band, stationed hors d’oeuvres, and an ice sculpture.” 601 Skippack Pk., Blue Bell, 215-646-2010; bluebellinn.com

A holiday party for up to 150 guests can be held in the Sopra Lounge, a space on the deck of the restaurant that is open year round and creates the sense you are on vacation the moment you walk in.

The rest of the party details are completely customizable, from menus to décor. “We custom cater every menu to your unique specifications and assist with all aspects of planning, including food selections, decorations, even in-house flower arrangements,” says operations manager Rosita Lamberti. 212 Walnut St., 215-238-0499; positanocoast.net

The Palm

“The Palm offers prix-fixe menus, as well as the option for custom wine-pairing dinners, reception menus, and the opportunity to create a menu based on a theme,” says sales and marketing manager Beth Minkus. “A popular way to celebrate a successful year is to use the entire restaurant and customize an event from start to finish, with a reception in the bar area and lunch or dinner in our main dining room.” 200 S. Broad St., 215-546-7256; thepalm.com

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Host a reception amid the modern atmosphere of this Midtown Village eatery. Three packages are offered for a two-hour event, but we suggest the Top Shelf Tapas package, which includes seasonal sangria, premium liquors, and appetizers like figs in a blanket with blue cheese, applewoodsmoked bacon, and Marcona almonds. 1229 Spruce St., 215-790-9494; valanni.com PS