November/December 2015
the holiday gift guide
e
EVENTS
7
contents
9
dog of the month Meet Alice
s
13
c
17
r
18
g
22
p
25
SHOPPING
CRAFTS
RETAIL
GIFT
GUIDE
PROFILE
31
events What’s Happening Around Town This Month
element six Top 5 Gifts This Season thanksgiving centerpieces Create a Memorable Table chic & simple Retail For Her holiday gift guide company c Colorful Living at Its Best
craft forms 2015 Emergence Craft + Technology
h
35
g
37
HEALTH
GROEBEL’S
GASTRONOMY
bryn mawr hospital Getting Patients Home for the Holidays groebel’s gastronomy Recipes by Robert Groebel
42
the wayward traveler A Holiday Message Publisher: Wightman Publishing, LLC Editor-in-Chief: Laurie M. Wightman Art Director: Nancy N. Follman Contributing Writers: Robert Groebel, Karen Louise Fay, Bryn Mawr Hospital, Fritz Kellner, Rachel Hink Contributing Photographers: Brenda Carpenter, Allison Day
WayneMagazine.com | November/December 2015
3
editor’s letter NOV/DEC 2015
November is here and harvest season is in full swing. It’s a month that slowly builds momentum for the holiday season to begin. We start thinking about where we will be for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and/or Hanukkah while making the annual plans to be with family and friends that are near and dear to our hearts. We consciously tap into the things and people in our lives that make us happy and feel more grateful for them. Whimsical décor fills the windows of the shops and suddenly our hearts feel a little warmer. Wayne certainly has a way of transforming into an ideal and enchanting setting for the holidays that always makes us come back year after year to see what unique treasures there are to be had. The inspiration of grabbing a hot chocolate from Gryphon Café and strolling into the various shops and restaurants during these two magical months always seems to be a must-do on the list. Supporting your local Wayne businesses should remain at the forefront of your mind as you begin planning your Thanksgiving dinner or shopping for that perfect gift this holiday season.
Laurie Wightman’s Contact Information: Email: Laurie@ WayneMagazine.com
In this very special edition of the annual holiday issue, we once again offer you a terrific Gift Guide with fabulous ideas for either yourself or that someone extra special in your life. We are excited to feature our new contributing food editor, Robert Groebel, who invites us into his vast world of knowledge and splendor for the art of cooking and baking. In this particular issue he reveals three delicious recipes for the holidays and might I add - purchased all ingredients from our local Farmer’s Market on Lancaster Avenue! Additionally, we welcome back the Wayward Traveler who decided to grace us with some wise words of wisdom this holiday season, and boy is it lovely to have him back in the book. All of this and so much more to check out in this beautiful Holiday Guide that we are thrilled to present you with. This holiday season I am most grateful to the Wayne community for being so supportive and embracing this publication in such a generous way. Many thanks to all of you and my advertising partners. I wish each of you a Happy Thanksgiving and Happy Holidays filled with love, laughter and full bellies. Sincerely,
WayneMagazine.com | November/December 2015
5
A Country French Linen Shop
Trunk Show Saturday, November 21
20% OFF
All Garnier-Thiebaut linens gift with a purchase Lancaster County Farmers Market 389 West Lancaster Avenue Wayne, PA 19087 610-688-2410
Hours: Wed-Fri: 8:00 am to 6:00 pm Sat: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
nov./dec. events
e
EVENTS
dog of the month by Laurie Wightman
M
eet Alice, a gorgeous 8-year-old standard poodle who belongs to the lovely Joan Henderson. At first glance you may need to do a double take with this dog as she resembles her sister Stella quite remarkably. For anyone who has been reading Wayne Magazine since the very first issue you will recall that we featured the beautiful and regal Stella as our first Dog of the Month. We waited two years to reveal her other half, best friend and sidekick – Alice. The two dogs were a part of the same litter from a breeder based out of Flourtown who was known to breed standard poodles and focused on health and temperament, which was a must for Joan. The anticipated day had come where Joan journeyed over to Flourtown to hopefully meet her new puppy alongside her daughter-in-law Anne and son Bill Henderson, who would meet Stella this day whether they planned it or not. As they assessed the pack, there was one dog who found greater interest in being by Joan’s feet or chasing butterflies rather than playing with her pack. She was her own gal from day one and Joan knew Alice was the dog for her. The Hendersons hopped in the car with Joan and Anne in the back seat both holding their newfound loves –Alice and Stella. Alice is named after Joan’s mother and the name suits her. She is charismatic, brilliant, friendly and humble in every way. She absolutely loves people and wants to be around them more than anything else in her little world. She is a true Main Line dog and innately knows her manners in any social setting. She has absolutely no prey drive however, as she once walked right past a squirrel who fell out of a tree directly in front of her. The interest simply lies with people. Alice loves running errands with Joan around town and will sit perfectly straight up in the back seat of the car as if she were a princess on her throne. This majestic poodle has become Joan’s shadow and companion in every way. When Joan’s husband passed away two years ago Alice truly stepped up to the plate and filled the void by taking care of Joan and comforting her as much as possible. Alice has become Joan’s best friend and confidante in life. She has brought such joy into Joan’s life and Joan simply couldn’t imagine life without her. Alice is a love, a life saver and a shining star in every way. WayneMagazine.com | November/December 2015
9
AUBUSSON HOME The Premiere fabric, wallpaper, and trimming store on the Main Line
SALE
20% OFF Scalamandre Fabrics
120 E. Lancaster Ave., Wayne, PA (610) 688-9630
Store Hours Mon - Sat: 10AM - 5PM Closed Sunday
AubussonHome.com
Dr. Jenn Hartmann and Moira Follman & Petey Amie Hamel
Jack and Sarah Aloi
Mirrah Curtis and Katie O’Neill
THE
wayne
LINERS
Emma and Tara Huang
Wayne was alive this fall with so many great events going on around town. Locals were happy to be back home and enjoying life with friends and family. We only wish we could have had more space to reveal all the great photos we captured from the past two months.
Deirdre and Ryan Burke with dog, Mara
Dona and Tom Foerster
Elise Foerster and Sarah Steffan
Hayley Bouhuijs with daughters, Scarlett and Penelope
Joan Henderson with dog, Alice
NANUSHKA E L EG A N C E. CO M FO RT. UR BAN FASH I O N .
Find us on A FA S H I O N A B L E S TAT E M E N T
LO C AT I O N
M O N DAY - F R I DAY
Eagle Village Shops 503 W Lancaster Ave, Ste 630 Wayne, PA 19087
9:00am - 6:00pm
+1 610 688 1519
S U N DAY
E L E M E N T S I XC LOT H I N G .CO M
12:00am - 4:00pm
S AT U R DAY
10:00am - 6:00pm
element six:
s
SHOPPING
TOP 5 GIFTS THIS SEASON
by Laurie Wightman
O
ne of the hippest and most fashionable high-end women’s retail shops to hit the streets of Wayne and the Main Line would be Element Six hands down! They have fully hit their stride in the two years since opening their business in the Eagle Village Shops located at 503 West Lancaster Avenue. The Hink family has stayed true to their mission by providing our community with unique, contemporary fashion from a new generation of designers committed to creating beautiful, quality garments while maintaining high levels of social responsibility and environmental sustainability.
Mother/Daughter duo - Kimberly and Rachel Hink - are the buyers for the business and take many elements into account when seeking out new and creative designers to carry in their shop. “What we take into consideration when buying new merchandise for the store is how these garments are made, what materials the clothing is made from and where it is made,” says Rachel. “We strive to seek out designers whose materials are made from natural fibers, plant extracts, low impact dying, upcycled wools and knits.” There is a very definitive and unique selection of beautifully crafted accessories and apparel made with the highest quality and standards from each of the designers they work with. Each customer’s experience is a rewarding one at Element Six not only due to the exceptional expertise that one will always receive from the knowledgeable staff, but also due to the incredible merchandise that simply can’t be found anywhere else on the Main Line. With designers such as: DIARTE, Amour Vert, Indigenous, The Podolls and Melissa Nepton to name just a few, there are countless treasures to be found in this fashion haven. Below you will find five amazing gift ideas from Element Six to consider putting on your wish list or giving as a gift to that special sister or girlfriend in your life this holiday season! WayneMagazine.com | November/December 2015
13
Esplanada Necklace by TOMTOM Jewelry
• 18K gold plated bronze necklace • Blue Swarovski crystal • 18” adjustable • Made in USA • Based in Los Angeles and founded by former architect Elena Howell. Jewelry featured several times in Vogue, InStyle, Elle and New York Times to name a few.
Bevel Sweater by Micaela Greg
• 100% Italian wool • Made in USA • Knitwear label founded by San Francisco based sisters Marie & Karen Potesta.
Alpaca Mantle In Charcoal by Wild Mantle
• 100% Alpaca, Minkey fleece liner • Up-cycled buttons • Made locally in Narberth, PA • Wild Mantle is a global community of conscious women (and men!) who believe in being stylish and sustainable, beautiful and warm.
Estella Clutch by Mercado Global • 100% cotton • Antique brass zippers • Italian leather detail • Fair Trade • Hand-woven in Guatemala • Envelope style bag measuring 8.5” x 12.5” • Brooklyn-based company empowering indigenous women to overcome poverty and become agents of change in their own communities.
Ada Dress by KORDAL
• 100% alpaca • Made in Peru • Loose fitting style • Ribbed stitch on bodice and sleeves • NYC-based company who creates garments in an ethical manner by paying workers a fair wage and using natural fibers as much as possible in their product line.
WayneMagazine.com | November/December 2015
15
ANTIQUE JEWELRY • CONTINENTAL FURNITURE & OBJECTS • BUY & SELL
EAGLE VILLAGE SHOPS 503 WEST LANCASTER AVENUE • WAYNE, PA • 610-687-9300 OPEN TUESDAY - SATURDAY • 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
BaleeAntiques.com
Thanksgiving CENTERPIECES
Find
inspiration
this Thanksgiving by creating dazzling
centerpieces that will be sure to
enhance
your
TABLESCAPE this holiday season with family and friends.
FOR HER
r
RETAIL
by Laurie Wightman
chic & simple:
RESALE FOR HER
T
he word has hit the streets on the Main Line about the hottest and largest women’s clothing resale shop in the area and it’s been the talk of the town. Chic & Simple Resale for Her came on the scene over the summer but has been making some real strides in the last few months. Located at 573 Lancaster Avenue right up the street in Berwyn, the new storefront is in an expanded space of 2,500 square feet from its original location next door where the sister business Chic & Simple Resale Furniture resides.
into the new and fresh space From the moment you walk you immediately have the sensation that you are in a high-end boutique. The well-organized shop has racks upon racks of new, gently loved and/or vintage dresses, tops, skirts, pants and coats that are simply stunning. Your eyes will then linger to the shelving from ceiling to floor of incredible handbags for every season. Down below will be a vast selection of stylish heels for any occasion. There is an array of fabulous designer, vintage and costume jewelry from Bergdorffs and Neiman’s to name a few. The brands that are carried in Chic & Simple Resale for Her run the gamut anywhere from St. John, Ferragamo, Gucci, CHANEL to Coach, Talbots, Jones and Chicos with everything in between. There is something for everyone at a cost that will always make you smile.
Chic &
SIMPLE FOR HER
TALBOTS • GUCCI • COACH • ANTHROPOLOGIE ST. JOHN • FERRAGAMO
Now buying women’s previously loved clothing, bags, jewelry, furs and accessories. •••
Bring in your goodies and get paid on the spot. WE MAKE HOUSE CALLS FOR LARGER QUANTITIES AND ALSO PURCHASE STORE INVENTORIES.
CALL FOR APPOINTMENT – 610.296.1500 573 Lancaster Ave., Berwyn, PA 19312 • 610.296.1500 Store Hours: Monday - Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Email: Resale333@gmail.com • ChicandSimpleResale.com WayneMagazine.com | November/December
2015
19
At Chic & Simple Resale for Her you will find a large majority of the merchandise with tags still on the clothing and accessories. This is due to the savvy shop owner, Diane Wulk, who has established strong relationships with various retail shops in the area where she will buy entire store inventories from them. Between this and her large list of clients who sell their new and gently loved items consistently, there is fresh inventory that turns over on a weekly basis. Once again, that feeling of being in a new high-end boutique will come sweetly ringing back in your ears. This is the exact reason why the shop has such a high customer satisfaction rating and brings back repeat customers continually. One may ask what the difference is between a resale shop and a consignment shop. They are two similar concepts in theory yet have clear and defined differences with the outcome. Where a consignment shop will pay you a percentage of the sale if and when your items have sold to a customer, a resale shop will pay you out right the day you bring your items to the store for consideration. No need to wait on payments as you will receive a check on the spot for all of your items that the owner would like to carry in-store. It is a huge advantage that Chic & Simple offers to new and existing clients. Word of mouth seems to be the secret to success with Chic & Simple Resale. Not only has the reputation spread locally, but people will travel as far as Connecticut, northern New Jersey and the Poconos to discover all the latest finds that the store has to offer in this one stop shop for women’s retail. “It is so nice to be able to offer help on a variety of levels to our clients,” remarked Diane. “Many of them have become friends and that only adds to the enjoyment of this business.” So what are you waiting for, ladies? The holiday season is upon us and it’s time to look fabulous at a cost that will leave you wanting more. Stop into Chic & Simple Resale for Her and then stop in again, you won’t be sorry.
Chic &
SIMPLE
CONSIGNMENT • BUY OUTS • ESTATE SALES BUSINESS LIQUIDATIONS
We now offer downsizing and moving services. Stop in to see our collection of antiques, fabulous estate pieces and model home furniture.
CALL FOR APPOINTMENT – 610.993.3300 573 Lancaster Ave., Berwyn, PA 19312 • 610-993-3300 Store Hours: Monday - Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. WayneMagazine.com | November/December Email: Resale333@gmail.com • ChicandSimpleResale.com
2015
21
H O L I D AY
Gift Guide ’15
‘Tis the Season of giving, and there is no better place to look for those perfect little gifts than right here in Wayne. Have fun this holiday season while supporting your local businesses around town.
3
1
4
2 5
1. Plank Studio: Gift Cards available for holiday purchase at Plank. Custom amounts upon request, available to be mailed direct or for in studio pick up; 2. Waltzing Matilda: BYOB Wine Carrier, Single - $135; 3. Polka Dots: Jude Connally Tunic - $168 & Cashmere Draped Topper - $132; 4. Mushmina: Casablanca Clutch - $94; 5. Antiquities, Etc.: Antique English Walnut Box w/Brass & Ivory Trim $550; 6. Valley Forge Flowers: Metal Framed Letters - $17 each; 7. Little House Shop: Moscow Mule Mug 12oz. - $35 each; 8. Out There Outfitters: Patagonia Hat - $29; 9. Aubusson Home: White Linen Dog Pillow - $132; 10. J.McLaughlin: Patterned Dopp Kits - $68; 11. Balee Antiques: 18K Gold Italian Oval Link Bracelet - $7,800; 12. Ellie: Yellow Cable Knit Sweater - $128, Druzzy Necklace - $130.
8
9
6
10
7
12
11
WayneMagazine.com | November/December 2015
23
•
shopatpolkadots.com
p
Photos by Allison Day
company c:
PROFILE
COLORFUL LIVING AT ITS BEST by Laurie Wightman
L
ancaster Avenue just got a whole lot brighter in downtown Wayne as the newest addition in a long list of new businesses comes to the area. Company C, headquartered in Concord, New Hampshire, have chosen Wayne to be one of only four retail locations in the U.S. to feature their beautiful home furnishings and rug enterprise. Located at 122 E. Lancaster Avenue directly next to Aubusson Home, the neighboring business is not a coincidence. Peggy Brehman, owner of Aubusson Home, had been carrying some key pieces of the Company C product line in her business after visiting the Portland, ME store while researching home furnishing companies that had the same design aesthetic as Aubusson Home. When Peggy moved store locations she thought it would be a clever idea to have Company C come be her neighbor in the old location. A dialogue was sparked between the two businesses and the rest was history. Husband and wife team, Walter and Chris Chapin, founded Company C over 21 years ago in 1994. Chris married her passion for color, textiles and creating hand-crafted products such as hand hooked rugs, with Walter’s love of business to start Company C. The duo started their business in their garage, using their original “pool house” as a converted home office. The key inspiration in creating this entrepreneurial adventure was to let color, design and adventure lead the way in sharing the joys of colorful living. Company C warmly embraces their customers with a burst of happiness from the moment they enter the doors of this colorful oasis. The unique use of saturated color, texture and WayneMagazine.com | November/December 2015
25
over-scaled designs on their rugs and home furnishings is what instantly pops as the eye scans the stunning two-story space. Each customer can have the personal experience of feeling the varied textures of these top quality products such as rugs, furniture and fabrics, linens and home accents. All of the upholstered furniture is custom made in the USA using a traditional 8-way, hand tied technique. Customers can begin with their favorite Company C rug and add furniture, decorative pillows and throws, occasional tables and lighting, and even paintings from local artists. The in-store interior designers will encourage their customers to take some risks in designing their home that will reflect their unique style and passion for color. The idea with Company C is to have fun, experiment and be playful by re-creating a home or particular room. They want each customer to consider breaking the traditional color rules and feeling free to be their most creative self.
Social Responsibility has become a core focus for the Company C brand. They are committed to partnering with manufacturers who share their sustainable sourcing goals using resources that have minimal impact on our environment. Since 2005, Company C has been giving back to those who help the brand bring color to their customers. They have been a member of GoodWeave, an organization that partners with rug manufacturers who guarantee carpets are made without the use of child labor and provide fair working wages for their employees. Every year Company C donates a portion of their rug sales to this initiative which in turn helps improve the lives of children in India through education. Stop on by and check out this brilliant addition in Wayne. A smile will instantly come across your face as you receive the sensation of a warm hug from all the surprising colors that surround you. There is not a chance you will walk out empty handed.
WayneMagazine.com | November/December 2015
27
Top 3 Must-Have Company C Products Every Customer Should Consider
a
b c
One of the highly textural rugs: To-Bay-Go, Art & Soul, Monterey, Jubilee are some of our best-selling rugs. The 100% sumptuously soft, organic cotton bedding (Global Organic Textiles Standard or GOTS-certified). Élan and Shaye Lake are some of their most popular. The beautiful, hand crafted pillows: French Knots, Murano and Couloir to name a few.
WayneMagazine.com | November/December 2015
29
craft forms 2015:
EMERGENCE CRAFT + TECHNOLOGY by Karen Louise Fay
T
he Wayne Art Center is pleased to announce the 21st annual Craft Forms exhibition, which will open to the public in the Davenport Gallery from December 5, 2015 – January 30, 2016, with a Preview Party on Friday, December 4, 2015. This international juried exhibition of fine contemporary craft is dedicated to promoting an understanding and appreciation of the genre while providing a venue for established and emerging artists to exhibit their work. In the Ethel Sergeant Clark Smith Gallery a companion exhibition, Emergence: Craft + Technology, will explore the intertwining of advanced digital processes with traditional hand-made craft. “We are honored to showcase so many diverse and innovative works by both emerging and established artists from around the world. This is a special opportunity for viewers and collectors that serves to engage our community in a dialogue with current trends in contemporary craft,” commented Nancy Campbell, Executive Director. This year, the Wayne Art Center welcomes Craft Forms juror Ronald T. Labaco, Marcia Docter Curator at the Museum of Arts and Design, NYC. A seasoned design curator, published writer and respected lecturer, Mr. Labaco has selected work representing the best of contemporary craft by artists from around the world. He will present over $8,000 in awards at the Preview Party on December 4, 2015 and discuss his jurying process in a Juror’s Talk on December 5 from 1:00 - 2:00 pm. WayneMagazine.com | November/December 2015
31
The opening of both exhibitions will be celebrated at the Preview Party on December 4, 2015 from 6:00 – 10:00 pm. This ticketed event offers craft collectors and Wayne Art Center patrons the first chance to see Craft Forms 2015 and Emergence: Craft + Technology before the shows open to the public. The Preview Party gives guests the opportunity to meet the juror and artists and serves as an important fundraiser to support the Wayne Art Center’s exhibition, educational and outreach programs. Tickets to the Preview Party may be purchased by calling the Wayne Art Center at (610) 688-3553. On Saturday, December 5, 2015, Ronald T. Labaco will discuss how he selected the works for Craft Forms 2015 during the Juror’s Talk from 1:00 – 2:00 pm. He will explain how he defines craft and how technology plays a significant part in the development of the future of craft. Following the Juror’s Talk, artists from Craft Forms 2015 and Emergence: Craft + Technology will speak about their work and backgrounds during a Meet the Artists session from 2:00 – 4:00 pm. Both events are free and open to the public. The Wayne Art Center is grateful to the sponsors and patrons of Craft Forms 2015 for their generosity and for ensuring the success of this special event. A special thank you to our major sponsors, Charles Schwab, First Priority Bank, Janssen Pharmaceuticals Inc. and West Laurel Hill Cemetery.
A vibrant global shopping experience. Now open in Wayne. 164 E. Lancaster Avenue • 610.293.8089 Sun 11-5, Mon-Fri 10-6, Sat 10-5 WayneMagazine.com | November/December 2015 www.mushmina.com
33
An exceptional partnership. For exceptionally precious cases. Bryn Mawr Hospital and Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children have teamed up to bring extraordinary pediatric care, offering a specialized emergency room for children and a comprehensive 14-bed inpatient pediatric unit. Pediatric specialists are on site 24/7, so the most important person in your life doesn’t have to wait very long or go very far to see a great doctor. 130 South Bryn Mawr Avenue Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
1.866.CALL.MLH mainlinehealth.org/bmhpediatrics
bryn mawr hospital: FOCUSED ON GETTING PATIENTS “HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS”
A
gift basket full of gingerbread house-shaped ornaments was how one former Bryn Mawr Hospital patient thanked the staff of the Hospital’s Neuro Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (NCICU) for providing exceptional care following her stroke last year. Beth Croner presented her care team with ornaments shaped as houses to remind them of all the patients they have helped get home over the years. Beth’s family initially brought her to Paoli Hospital’s Emergency Department with stroke symptoms in August of 2014, and the Paoli team quickly transferred her to BMH’s highly specialized Neurovascular Lab, where she was diagnosed with subarachnoid hemorrhage from an aneurysm. The neurointerventionalist team at BMH performed a non-surgical procedure that uses coils to control the aneurysm. Thanks to her family’s quick response to her symptoms, and rapid assessment, transfer and treatment, the patient had no permanent physical or cognitive deficits from the hemorrhage. “I remember letting [my neighbor] in and sitting down at the table,” recalls Croner. “The next thing I remember was waking up face down on the kitchen floor.” With the help of her neighbor, Croner helped herself up and immediately called her husband, Rob. He returned home, and the couple rushed to Paoli Hospital. “Honestly, I look back and maybe should’ve called 911 but I downplayed things a bit. I wanted my husband to take me. I thought I was better than I was,” she explains. The staff at the Paoli Hospital emergency department, however, knew exactly how serious Croner’s condition was. “I can’t stress enough the critical nature of seeking emergency treatment as soon as stroke or aneurysm symptoms appear—this includes numbness in the face or limbs, severe headaches, dizziness and trouble seeing or talking,” said Dr. Christopher Reid. “The quicker a patient is seen and treated by a specialized neurointerventional team, the greater the chances for a full recovery.” Although Croner doesn’t recall many details of her stroke and the hours leading up to her surgery, she knows that August 24 was a “long night” for the neurointerventional team. For their time and the care she received, she couldn’t be more grateful. “Emergencies don’t always happen 9-5,” she says. “You’re a 24-hours-a-day operation, and I am so thankful to the staff that was there to treat me that night.” In her letter accompanying the gift basket of ornaments, Beth told the NCICU staff: “I can’t thank everyone enough for providing exceptional care given to me during my time in the NCICU. I was able to get home to my family because of all of you. Hopefully, these houses will remind you of everyone you have helped get home over the years. You are all very special.” In February 2015, Croner visited Bryn Mawr Hospital for a six-month follow-up appointment, where an angiogram gave her a clean bill of health. Grateful to be alive and back on her feet, Croner says she owes her health—and her life—to the Bryn Mawr Hospital care team. WayneMagazine.com | November/December 2015
35
ExecuServe PHILADELPHIA Your On-Demand Executive Assistant
EVERY BUSY EXECUTIVE NEEDS A TALENTED ASSISTANT TO MAKE THEM MORE PRODUCTIVE. BOOKKEEPING SPREADSHEETS ANALYSIS EVENT PLANNING TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS SPECIAL PROJECTS
Glenn Milanesi•ExecuServePhilly.com•610.909.9129
NEW FEATURE ! Each issue Wayne resident, Robert Groebel, will share some of his favorite recipes with the communnity.
g
GROEBEL’S
Roasted Turkey Breast
GASTRONOMY
with Chorizo and Smoked Paprika
• 1/2 pound Spanish chorizo, remove casing • 3 onions, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced • Kosher salt • 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar • 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley • One 6-pound boneless skin-on whole turkey breast • 1 lemon, thinly sliced • Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing 1. In a large skillet, cook the chorizo over moderate heat, stirring occasionally to break up, until the fat starts to render, 3 minutes. Add two-thirds of the onion, season with salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are softened and browned, 10 minutes. Add the vinegar and cook for 1 minute. Stir in the parsley and let cool completely. 2. To prepare the roast, space 5 foot-long pieces of kitchen twine on a clean work surface about 2 inches apart. Set the turkey breast skin side down on top of the twine and season with salt. Spread the onion mixture all over the breast meat and under the tenderloins. Fold the sides of the breast into the center, and then tie up the turkey breast with the twine to make a neat roast. 3. Spread the lemon slices and the remaining onion wedges in the center of a roasting pan. Set the turkey breast skin side up on the onions and lemons and let stand at room temperature for 1 hr. 4. Preheat the oven to 425°. Brush the turkey breast with olive oil and season generously with salt. Sprinkle the pimentón all over the top and side. Roast for about 1 hour and 10 minutes, basting occasionally with any pan juices, until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the meat registers 150°; tent the roast with foil if it browns too quickly. Transfer the turkey breast to a carving board and let stand for 20 minutes. Thinly slice crosswise and serve. MAKE AHEAD: The stuffed and tied roast can be wrapped in plastic and refrigerated overnight. Let stand at room temperature for 1 1/2 hours before roasting. WayneMagazine.com | November/December 2015
37
Servings: 8
Brioche Bread Pudding • 1 cup chopped dried pears • 1/2 cup dried cranberries • 1/2 cup warm bourbon • 1 loaf brioche • 2 cups milk • 2 cups heavy cream • 4 eggs • 2 egg yolks • 1 cup sugar • Pinch of salt • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • 1 teaspoon cinnamon • Butter for the baking dish 1. Preheat oven to 250°. Put the chopped dried pears and cranberries in a bowl, cover with the warm bourbon and let steep for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, slice the brioche in half-inch portions, then cut into cubes. Place on baking sheet and lightly toast in oven for 15 minutes. Set aside. 2. Combine the milk and cream in a saucepan to scald. In a separate bowl, beat eggs and yolks with sugar until well combined - 3 minutes. Add the vanilla, cinnamon and salt. Slowly whisk in warm milk and cream mixture. Set aside. 3. Butter a glass 9 x 13 baking dish. Scatter half of the brioche on the bottom of the baking dish, then top with half of the fruit. Cover with remaining bread and fruit (and remaining bourbon). Slowly pour egg mixture over bread to ensure all pieces are saturated. Set aside for 30 minutes. 4. Increase oven to 300 °. Place in the oven and bake for about one hour, until the pudding is set. Serve while still warm with a drizzle of cold heavy cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
WayneMagazine.com | November/December 2015
39
Serving: 12 Cookies
Grandmother Groebel’s Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies • 1 cup sifted flour • 1/2 teaspoon fine salt • 8 tablespoons butter – room temperature • 1/4 cup brown sugar, lightly packed • 1 large egg, separated – room temperature • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract • 1 cup walnuts – toasted and finely chopped • 1/2 cup seedless raspberry jam (melted & cooled) 1. Preheat oven to 300°. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats. 2. Combine flour and salt, set dry ingredients aside. Place butter and sugar in a stand mixer fitted with paddle attachment, cream until light and fluffy, approximately 3 to 4 minutes. Reduce speed and add the egg yolk and vanilla until just combined. Slowly beat in the dry ingredients in 2 additions, mixing just until incorporated. 3. Scoop the dough into 1 tablespoon portions with a cookie or ice cream scoop - roll in hands. Place each ball on fork; dip into egg white, then into toasted chopped nuts, pressing nuts in lightly. Place cookies about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Press a thumbprint into the center of each ball, about 1/2 inch deep. 4. Bake for 8 minutes. Indent cookie center again and rotate trays. Continue to bake for 10 minutes until cookies are lightly golden on edges. Loosen and remove from sheet immediately. Fill each cookie with 3/4 teaspoon of jam.
WayneMagazine.com | November/December 2015
41
by Fritz Kellner
the wayward traveler
G
reetings to my friends in Wayne. Once again I appear among you after experiencing a long sabbatical in lands far apart from your lovely community. I must admit that I am endowed with an ever present characteristic of possessing the feeling of wanderlust. Indeed you might say that I am akin to being a happy wonderer. I know that there exists in some quarters of the town a feeling that I had faded into obscurity. Perhaps this is partially true. However, during my travels far and wide in the pursuit of the “Quintessential Cocktail� it finally dawned on me that my endeavors in this direction were misguided. After an indepth reflection on this subject while spending time within a German community located in Kitchener, Ontario and sipping a few glasses of Riesling, the feeling came upon me that I had been wasting my time and life in this wrong pursuit. My friends from the old country who visited me at the venerable Concordia Club regaled with many anecdotes and stories of their families and traditions which continues to be the bedrock of their culture and society within their small villages and towns. Being a part of this atmosphere caused me to reassess what I had been doing. It renewed and reinvigorated within the depths of my soul the things that are truly important in one’s life. That family is the compelling reason why we are all here. There is no better time of year than the holidays to remind each of us how important it is to connect with our families in a loving and compassionate manner. After leaving Canada I returned to Philadelphia knowing that Pope Francis was to be in our midst attending a world conference on family. Listening to his words of wisdom describing the importance of the family unit reinforced my personal feelings. Regardless of religious persuasion it is commonly recognized that this holy man brought people together in our cities in a most gregarious manner. No rancor. Just a friendship. A great example of human kindness to one another. This message of family unity is my offering to my friends in Wayne. As we embark on our impending holiday season visiting with friends and families let us remind ourselves of the truly important matters in life and not to be distracted. I wish each and every one of you a very happy and healthy holiday season! Until we meet again...
Chester & Delaware County Banking Team
Penn Liberty Bank is lending... $740,000 504 SBA Construction Loan - Salon and Spa, Exton PA $440,000 Commercial Loan - Day Care, Manayunk PA $324,000 Commercial Mortgage - Accounting Firm, West Chester PA
Let us help you achieve your financial goals. Call a member of our banking team today! Pictured above: James Danna, Commercial Banking; Eric Light, Malvern Branch; Bryan Forcino, Commercial Banking; Lois Fury, Wayne Branch; Deb Persia, Commercial Banking; Randy Mintz, Paoli Branch Wayne 724 W. Lancaster Ave. 610-535-4580
Paoli 1 W. Lancaster Ave. 610-535-4890
Malvern 199 Lancaster Ave. 610-535-4820
Additional locations: Blue Bell | Chester Springs | Downingtown East Goshen | Limerick | Oaks | Trooper
WWW.PENNLIBERTYBANK.COM NMLS ID# 562729
AntiquitiesWayne.com
122 West Lancaster Avenue, Wayne, PA 19087 610.688.4077 Open Tues. thru Sat. 10:30 to 4:30