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'Tis the Season JOY. What does the word mean to you? Merriam-Webster defines it, rather plainly, as "a feeling of great happiness." Come on, dictionary people! The term is far more nuanced. Joy, to me, is a happiness cloaked in sparkle. It's a happiness with the glint of won-

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der in its eye, the note of song in its voice. It's a skip in the step and a buoyancy in the heart. Joy is puckish, joy is fizzy, joy is starlit. At our most genuinely joyful, we are unaffected; for those who feel joy can only do so with a kind of artlessness, tumbling into it as children do. True joy is bravely sincere—which is to say, quite delicate—and something to be treasured when it appears in our lives. The holidays give us ample permission to freely and openly experience joy as often as we wish. Is this, perhaps, the greatest gift of all this season? I think it might be. (Or at least, it's right up there with the tin of homemade cookies I know my neighbor will leave at my door come December 25.) So go forth and be joyful, neighbors. Lean in to the sparkle. 'Tis the season! We at Roaring Fork Lifestyle wish you the merriest of holidays and send kind regards for the New Year.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE DECEMBER 2021

FEATURES 10 All Dressed Up Think Beyond the Self-Stick Bow with Gift Accents Inspired by Nature

12 I'm Dreaming of a Willits Christmas Contemporary Style, Mountain Living, and Convenience in a Coveted Midvalley Neighborhood

16 Mistletoe & Mountains A Holiday Date Night Guide for Each Town in the Valley

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24 Supper Spectacular Festive, Show-Stopping Main Dishes for Your Holiday Table by Chef Jimmy Nadell

DEPARTMENTS 4

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Good Times

10 DIY 12

Open House

Local’s Choice

24 Culinary Creations 30 Giving Back 34 Inspired By

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Wranglers & Rhinestones On October 23, WindWalkers hosted its inaugural fundraising event at Spring Creeks Ranch in Carbondale. Guests enjoyed local food, signature cocktails, lawn games, live music by Nashville singer/songwriter Bailey Callahan, and words from WindWalkers clients and families. Proceeds benefited the nonprofit equine-assisted learning and therapy center in Missouri Heights. PHOTOGRAPHY BY NANCY MAYER

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NATURE

inspired by

8. 1. Juniper branches can be procured from many roadsides in the valley. | 2. Wooden ornaments add a touch of old-fashioned charm. | 3. Baker’s twine, hemp cord, or natural-colored ribbons tie things in place. | 4. Rosemary is a wonderful fragrant accent, especially when clipped fresh. | 5. Dried oranges or other dehydrated citrus slices add vibrant color. | 6. Cinnamon sticks are easy to tie and elegant paired with miniature bells. | 7. Candy canes bring a pop of holiday red to contrast the natural accents. | 8. Anise stars are a pretty seasonal spice that can be glued as needed.

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CONTEMPORARY STYLE, MOUNTAIN LIVING, AND CONVENIENCE IN A COVETED MIDVALLEY NEIGHBORHOOD

HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS. Isn’t that where we all want to be? This brandnew Willits property will set the stage for all your holiday memory-making for years to come. With luxury finishes, abundant natural light, a main-floor master suite, a gourmet kitchen, ample yard space, and thoughtful design throughout, the home easily checks off the wishlist of any buyer seeking modern style with an in-town location. Visit your favorite eateries, grab groceries at Whole Foods, and catch a performance at TACAW—they’re all an easy stroll from the front door. Learn more at 132ValleyCourt.com and contact Coldwell Banker Mason Morse listing agents Jodi Puder at 970.987.2488 or Jason Hodges at 843.367.5101. 12

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132 VALLEY COURT, BASALT + 4 Bedrooms + 4 1/2 Baths + 3,050 sq. ft. + Two-car garage + 460 sq. ft. flex bonus room + Vaulted ceilings + Designer finishes + Coffee bar + Walk-in closets + Mountain views + Walkable neighborhood + Listed at $2,495,500

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BASALT Located just four miles up the Frying Pan Road from downtown Basalt, a Colorado dream home awaits. With Gold Medal ﬂy ﬁshing out your front door and a landscaped garden and waterfall out the back door. This two-acre parcel backs up to BLM land for miles of trails for you and your horses to explore. WEB# RF171362 3 BED | 3.5 BATH | $1,539,999 Susan Stone-Chen 970.379.4451 Simon Chen 970.376.3403

CARBONDALE Enjoy single-level living in this beautiful 4bd/3.5ba house. PLUS new 1bd/1ba addition above the garage with fabulous bonus room & kitchenette. Private back yard with mature landscaping. Five minutes to Willits Town Center! WEB# RF171057

GLENWOOD SPRINGS Majestic views and grand spaces adorn this West Glenwood stunner. Over 6,800 sq.ft. of luxurious living perched on a 3-acre parcel of privacy. Amazing master suite, ample bedrooms, separate guest quarters. Call for a private viewing. No HOA! WEB# RF171977

NEW CASTLE Beautifully designed, this Lakota Canyon beauty allows for complete main level living, easy entertaining and comes sans a ToDo list! With eucalyptus ﬂooring underfoot and vaulted ceiling overheads, it feels like the “little black dress” of homes. WEB# RF172182

5 BED | 6 BATH | 3.21 ACRES | $1,749,000 Erin Bassett 970.309.3319

3+ BED | 3 BATH | $700,000 | UNDER CONTRACT Jennifer Burr 970.379.3061

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GLENWOOD SPRINGS Elk Springs subdivision is a ranchland and pinion covered mesa perched above the Roaring Fork Valley. The developer has designated 1,100 acres, or 50% of the development, to open space, which ensures your privacy. WEB# RF169262

GLENWOOD SPRINGS Views like this are hard to ﬁnd! This property is perched high above Glenwood near the top of Lookout Mountain with jaw-dropping views of the entire Roaring Fork Valley. At just over 35 acres boarding national forest, you can bike, hike and ATV to your heart’s content. WEB# RF170983

14 LOTS AVAILABLE | $229,000 - $289,000 Becky Ciani 970.309.1027

3 BED | 3 BATH | $980,000 Nick Hough 970.948.2127 Jeremiah Akers 970.213.3891

NEW CASTLE Large lot with 9+ vehicle parking. Shelving & 220V power in garage. Backyard features 6’ privacy fence, ﬁre pits and well water for landscaping. Downstairs has rental potential with separate living area and kitchen. No HOA or covenants. WEB# RF172245

RIFLE A rare opportunity to own on Grass Valley! This ﬁve-acre property has a freshly remodeled three-bed/two-bath farmhouse, detached two-car garage, ready to assemble metal shop, and plenty of space to grow! WEB# RF172214

5 BED | 2 BATH | $645,000 Hilary Stumpus 970.456.5000

3 BED | 2 BATH | $579,000 | UNDER CONTRACT Jon Harman 281.620.9815

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MISTLETOE

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A HOLIDAY DATE NIGHT GUIDE FOR EACH TOWN IN THE VALLEY

BETWEEN ITS COLOSSAL SNOW-CAPPED PEAKS AND ENDLESS WHIMSICAL ADVENTURE, THE ROMANCE OF THE ROARING FORK VALLEY EXISTS IN A LEAGUE ALL ITS OWN. With the holidays upon us, this magical allure has turned next-level bright and merry. Harnessing the powers of community and joy year after year, each town in the valley brings locals and visitors alike out onto the snowy streets for some of the most unique seasonal events this side of the Continental Divide. At the heart of such rich traditions is the valley’s undeniable charm, and its ability to kindle that spark of ultimate holiday romance for couples. In celebration of this special season, we’ve done the planning for you and curated date night activities for each Roaring Fork town: Aspen, Snowmass, Basalt, Carbondale, and Glenwood Springs. So trim the mistletoe, don your holiday best, and hit the town with your honey this month. -ET ARTICLE BY ELLIE TRICE & CAITLIN CAUSEY

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Attend... A performance in the Hotel Jerome lobby of seasonal hymns and carols by Aspen’s own Holiday Bell Tones.

Reser ve... A table at Crêperie du Village, the Aspen staple founded on the principle of gemütlich, or German for friendliness and authenticity. Book online at FrenchAlpineBistro.com.

E n j o y. . . The bistro's Gruyère, Vacherin, Beaufort, Comté, and white wine cheese fondue for two topped with freshly shaved black truffles.

Tr y. . . To get your blood flowing post-fondue with a spin around the outdoor Silver Circle Ice Rink.

ASPEN Nothing brings two folks together quite like live entertainment, especially when brought to life by the nostalgia of Christmas carols—and on December 18, 21, and 23, the iconic Hotel Jerome is the place to hear them from 6-7 p.m. Grab a hot cocoa or cup of homemade mulled wine from the Living Room and cozy up with your loved one as the Holiday Bell Tones carolers fill the hotel lobby with a medley of holiday classics. A romantic and storied Aspen landmark, the Hotel Jerome consistently raises the bar of excellence in hospitality, and the holidays are no exception. We recommend arriving 15 to 30 minutes early to grab warm beverages and peruse the luxurious holiday decor in the mezzanine, courtyard, and Living Room before securing a spot near the lobby for an hour of merriment in song. Afterward, stroll around the corner to French Alpine Bistro - Crêperie du Village for an unforgettably romantic French meal, followed by a nightcap zip around the Silver Circle ice rink at 'World-famous' cheese fondue in Aspen.

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Be inspired by the artistry of ice sculpture in Snowmass.

SNOWMASS This month, beginning December 8, visit the ever-evolving and colorfully eclectic world of ice sculpture on the Snowmass Mall and in Snowmass Base Village. Bundle up with your partner and peruse a collection of sculptures including a full-sized gondola, selfie snowflakes, winged animals, and incredible stories brought to life in an experience that only the snowy mountains of Western Colorado could produce. Local sculptor Thomas Barlow does live demos and is regularly on stand-by to answer questions and explain the designs, which you can explore, discuss, and ponder at your leisure with your loved one in tow. When you’ve had enough of the cold, grab a corner table at local gem and best-kept secret Italian spot, Il Poggio. Watch the snow fall outside the window and split a bottle of wine and pastas while you discuss your favorite sculpture. -ET

Attend... Snowmass Village's ice carving demos and sculpture viewing on The Mall (December 8) and Base Village (December 29).

Reser ve... A candlelit table for two at authentic Italian eatery Il Poggio. Call 970.923.4292.

E n j o y. . . Sommelier-recommended Italian reds paired with the veal, asparagus, and truffle butter gnocchi.

Tr y. . . A free s'more from one of the Snowmass S'more carts around town, after 3:30 p.m. every day, while supplies last.

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Cap off the night with a red at Tempranillo.

Attend... "Holiday Jazz" with the Josefina Mendez Quintet at TACAW on December 17 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets ($20 advance) at TACAW.org.

Reser ve... A table at Free Range's spectacular new location at Basalt River Park. Reservations at FreeRangeBasalt.com.

E n j o y. . . Free Range's ever-popular pork belly and polenta appetizer for two, followed by chef’s staple Colorado Elk Bolognese.

Tr y. . . A tall, warm glass of namesake Tempranillo on the restaurant’s heated front porch to end the night.

B A S A LT Wine and dine your significant other in Basalt and Willits, where Christmas lights and music ring through the streets most weekends, and couples have long found fabulous date night activities in the area’s art galleries, venues, and unique dining options. Plan a date around the annual Merry on Midland, happening this year on December 10 at 4 p.m., when the spirit of the season kicks off with carolers, cookies, holiday color, and community. Or, skip over to TACAW in Willits on December 17 for “Holiday Jazz” with the Josefina Mendez Quintet, and expect an evening of delightful updated versions of well-known classic songs. Back in old town, dine riverside at Basalt’s beloved Free Range, indulging in comfort food and valley-famous cocktails at their new location at Basalt River Park (starting mid-December). Wind down with a short walk to the always romantic Tempranillo, and savor a glass of wine on their heated porch. -ET

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CARBONDALE After public New Year’s Eve festivities were largely cancelled last year during the height of the pandemic, heading out on the town to ring in 2022 with Ring in the New Year in Carbondale this month.

your sweetheart will feel extra celebratory this December 31. Get tickets for the 7 or 9 p.m. Cabaret with Beth Malone at Thunder River Theatre, and bid adieu to 2021 in the presence of Broadway talent. (Tip: Proof of vaccination is required by the theatre for entry at this time.) Malone, the Tony Award-nominated actress and powerhouse vocalist,

Attend... New Year’s Eve Cabaret with Beth Malone at Thunder River Theatre. Tickets at ThunderRiverTheatre.com.

Reser ve... An in-town hotel room or vacation rental. Book early; they fill up fast.

E n j o y. . . Taking in the festive sights of New Year’s revelry on Main Street while walking to each date night spot.

has long-standing ties to the Roaring Fork Valley and will deliver an evening of exceptional entertainment. Complete the night with drinks at Marble Distilling’s Marble Bar and a sumptuous dinner at Brass Anvil. Discuss Malone’s vocal artistry over the restaurant’s indulgent Bacon-Wrapped Nieslanik Beef Tenderloin or Northern Atlantic Lobster Tails with Champagne Garlic Butter, and top it all off with one of their signature desserts. Stroll through downtown, soak up the last night of December’s holiday merriment, and—especially if you’re planning to have a few more drinks—don’t worry about driving home. Plan ahead and have a room booked at The Distillery Inn, The Way Home, or one of the town’s

Tr y. . . A Marble Bar cocktail made with Moonlight Expresso, the distillery’s dark coffee liqueur. 20

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numerous vacation rentals. -CC

The Hotel Colorado dressed for the holidays.

Attend... The Glenwood Vaudeville Revue’s Christmas Eve matinee show. Tickets ($25/adult plus food & beverages) at GVRShow.com.

Reser ve... Spots for the Hotel Colorado’s Christmas Eve Buffet ($65/ adult), with seatings from 2-9 p.m. Call 970.928.3785.

E n j o y. . . The nostalgia of holidays past inside the Hotel Colorado lobby. Don’t miss its historical photographs and displays.

Tr y. . . A signature after-dinner libation from the hotel bar, such as the “Red Velvet” coffee drink made with Godiva Liqueur and Baileys Red Velvet.

GLENWOOD SPRINGS Holiday dreams are made of twinkling lights and old-fashioned fun in Glenwood Springs, especially on Christmas Eve. Start things off with holly jolly hilarity at the Glenwood Vaudeville Revue’s matinee performance of their holiday show at 12:30 p.m., with plenty of time to enjoy drinks and appetizers (or a full lunch) before the comedy troupe’s hijinks begin. After the show, walk along Grand Avenue and make your way across the pedestrian bridge, where the grand spectacle of the Hotel Colorado will soon come into view. Over half a million colored lights adorn the 1893 structure and its grounds, making for a truly magnificent sight. Step inside to admire the hotel’s holiday finery, which includes towering Christmas trees and a dizzying assortment of holiday figures and sensational decor. Head to the Devereux Ballroom for your reserved seating at the extravagant annual Christmas Eve dinner buffet, featuring prime rib and honey glazed ham. Once your tummy feels as round as Santa’s, sip a cup of after-dinner cheer beside one of the lobby’s two grand fireplaces—or bundle up and move outside for snuggling by the courtyard fire pits. -CC

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MARKET UPDATE The following analysis represents recent sales activity in the Aspen Glenwood MLS from 10/1/21 to 11/9/21 with prices starting at $750,000.

Carbondale & Redstone Neighborhood

Original List

Sold Price

Aspen Glen

$3,300,000

$3,000,000

Aspen Glen

$2,590,000

Aspen Glen

$2,495,000

% Sold/

Days on

Original

Market

91%

$2,690,000

104%

$2,495,000

100%

Beds

Full

Half

Bath Bath

Sold Price/ Sq. Ft.

$815.88

192

$551.00

$606.17 $852.29

Aspen Glen

$2,185,000

$2,285,000

105%

270

Aspen Glen

$2,350,000

$2,200,000

94%

184

$471.80

Soderberg

$2,395,000

$2,175,000

91%

$652.96

Fox Run Carbondale

$2,200,000

$1,887,500

86%

110

$659.04

Cooperton Townsite

$1,475,000

$1,425,000

97%

$565.48

Aspen Mesa Estates

$1,350,000

100%

145

$405.77

Aspen Glen

$1,300,000

100%

$508.61

River Valley Ranch

$1,320,000

$1,255,000

95%

$384.97

Aspen Equestrian

$1,175,000

$1,140,000

97%

$358.49

Town Site Carbondale

$1,499,000

$1,125,000

75%

$816.99

Cooperton Townsite

$1,095,000

$1,010,000

92%

$553.73

None

$1,300,000

$994,485

76%

$283.17

None

$975,000

100%

$490.94 $507.24

Crystal Village

$875,000

$892,750

102%

$1,000,000

$850,000

85%

$729.61

Crystal Village Townhomes $750,000

$802,000

107%

$582.85

None

$800,000

$785,000

98%

105

$405.89

Crystal Village

$845,000

$766,500

91%

102

$444.09

Crystal Village

$750,000

100%

$371.29

Town Site Carbondale

CARBONDALE SINGLE FAMILY HOME PRICING TRENDS 2.0

Avg Sales Price October YTD $1,733,371

1.5 1.0

$1,307,030 $968,670

0.5 0.0

2019

2020

2021

Carbondale & Redstone Featured Agents TARA ADIS

JEREMIAH AKERS

BILL BLANTON

PATTY BRENDLINGER

NANCY EMERSON

NICK HOUGH

BRIAN KELEHER

KONNIE KRAHN-PROSENCE

CHRIS LAWRENCE

TESSA MAIZE

SARAH MURRAY

ANNA OLSON

CARLY PASSCHIER

JACK PRETTI

ADRIANNE RHEIN

GABRIELLA SUTRO

REDSTONE 9 7 0 . 9 6 3 . 1 0 6 1 • CARBONDALE 9 7 0 . 9 6 3 . 3 3 0 0

BECKY CIANI

ELISSA MARKOYA

JEROME "SARGE" WHALEN

JIM CARDAMONE

JAMIE MAYBON

MARIA WIMMER

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Basalt Neighborhood

Original List

Sold Price

% Sold/

Days on

Basalt Ridge

$3,875,000

Original

100%

Market

113

Emma

$3,500,000

100%

112

Aspen Junction

$2,395,000

$2,065,000

86%

None

$1,995,000

$1,915,000

96%

305

Sopris Meadows One

$1,850,000

100%

Shadowrock

$1,750,000

$1,725,000

99%

Sopris Meadows One

$1,800,000

$1,721,750

Beds

Full

Half

Bath Bath

Sold Price/ Sq. Ft.

$1,058.74

$876.31

$474.06

$373.88

283

$590.49

$653.16

96%

$503.58

Willits Townhomes

$1,399,000

$1,414,000

101%

$666.67

El Jebel

$1,350,000

100%

$637.39

Willits

$1,450,000

$1,325,000

91%

$501.32

Emma

$1,249,000

$1,190,000

95%

$691.06

Swinging Bridge

$1,295,000

$1,096,000

85%

$766.43

$939,000

$989,000

105%

$438.00 $483.89

Blue Lake Summit Vista

$850,000

$901,000

106%

154

Summit Vista

$840,000

$850,000

101%

$389.91

Sopris Village

$895,000

$815,000

91%

188

$276.83

Basalt Featured Agents

9 70. 9 2 7. 3 0 0 0

ASHLEY EBERLY

JASON HODGES

PETER MCNALLY

STEPHANIE MCNALLY

LESLIE NEWBURY

ROSHNI SLALI

HILARY STUMPUS

Glenwood Springs Neighborhood

Bell-Rippy Pinyon Mesa

Original List

Sold Price

% Sold/ Original

Days on Market

Beds

Full Half Bath Bath

Sold Price/ Sq. Ft.

$1,199,000

$1,230,000

103%

$328.88

$1,200,000

100%

129

$430.73

Los Amigos

$1,350,000

$1,182,000

88%

$373.46

Springridge Reserve

$1,250,000

$1,100,000

88%

$320.51

Town Site Glenwood

$1,150,000

$1,075,000

93%

$346.77

Park East

$975,000

100%

$272.96

River Oaks

$975,000

100%

$225.75

Park East

$875,000

$951,000

109%

$287.40 $258.97

Elk Springs

$999,000

$895,000

90%

111

Springridge Reserve

$885,000

100%

$427.33

Oak Meadows

$899,000

$884,000

98%

112

$280.46

None

$922,000

$870,000

94%

106

$381.58

Sunlight View

$950,000

$825,000

87%

193

$225.66

Oak Meadows Ranch

$825,000

$810,000

98%

$323.74

Stoneridge Glenwood

$865,000

$750,000

87%

124

$227.69

Ironbridge

$760,000

$750,000

99%

$384.81

GLENWOOD SPRINGS SINGLE FAMILY HOME AVERAGE SALES PRICE October YTD

$859,241 23.6% YOY

Glenwood Featured Agents 970.928.9000

ERIN BASSETT

JENNIFER BURR

TROY KAMPE

TAMMY REID

JOY WHITE

INGRID WUSSOW

CULINARY CREATIONS

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Basic Turkey Brine + 2 gallons water + 3 cups apple cider + 1 1/2 cups kosher salt + 2 cups brown sugar + 3 oranges, quartered

+ 6 rosemary sprigs + 6 bay leaves + 1/2 cup peppercorns + 1/2 cup cloves

VARIATIONS

+ Maple: add 3 cups maple syrup + Asian: add 3 cups teriyaki sauce + Jaimaican Jerk: add 3 cups jerk spice blend + Cajun: add 3 cups cajun poultry seasoning Wash your turkey thoroughly. Place on large pot or plastic bucket. Combine all brine ingredients, submerge turkey in the solution. Allow to brine overnight about 12 hours for a 12-14 pound turkey (larger turkeys may require a couple more hours). It is possible to over-brine; for best results, follow this timeline. Once finished, rinse turkey with cold water, pat dry with paper towels. Season breast up, add two inches of chicken stock, cover tightly with foil, and roast at 325°F until internal temperature reaches 145°F. Cook times for stuffed turkeys: 14 minutes per pound (convection), 16 minutes per pound (conventional). For unstuffed: 12 minutes per pound (convection), 14 minutes per pound (conventional). Chef’s note: I started brining all my turkeys about 10 years ago. Brined birds are juicier, and the technique is fast, simple, and effective.

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Tuscan Turchetta

+ 12-pound turkey, all natural + 8 cups dried French bread cubes + 4 whole eggs + 2 oz fresh sage + 2 cups turkey or chicken stock + 1 oz thinly sliced white, black, or can truffles + 1 tbsp chopped parsley + 2 tbsp white truffle oil + Kosher salt and pepper, to taste + 3 feet butcher's twine De-bone your turkey starting breast upward, leaving the skin intact without holes. (You could also ask your butcher to do this.) Mix all stuffing ingredients and set aside. Lay the meat out skin down, and season with salt and pepper. Stuff the turkey so that once it’s rolled, each slice will include half dark and half white meat. Roll tight, and tie with butcher’s twine. Season the outside with paprika, salt, and pepper. Bake at 325°F until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees. Allow the turchetta to rest for 10 minutes, then slice into quarter-inch rounds and serve with your favorite gravy. Chef’s note: This recipe could also be prepared with a large chicken, duck, or goose.

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Super-Crispy Roasted Duckling + 1 whole duck, 3-4 pounds frozen + Mirepoix of onions, celery, and carrots + Salt and pepper to taste In order to render the fat from the duck skin for maximum crisp without over-cooking the inside, you must cook the duck from rock-hard frozen. First, pre-heat your oven to 375°F. Place the frozen duck breast on a bed of mirepoix to prevent sticking to the bottom of the pan, and place in the oven. After the first 30 minutes, remove the duck from the oven and season with salt and pepper. Wrap the legs in foil to avoid burning. When crispy on the outside and barely cooked in the center, about 90 minutes, remove from the oven and allow to cool. Then take your bonding knife and enter at the center of the breast, peeling the meat off the bones on each side until you hit the spine on the back side. Remove the thigh bone and what you’ll have left is a half duck with only two bones remaining: the drum stick and the wing. When ready to serve, allow 20 minutes on a sheet pan, then fan out the breast meat and arrange nicely on your serving plate. Fruit sauces pair very well with duck; you might try a cognaccherry sauce, à la raspberry with Chambord, or à la orange with Grand Marnier. Chef’s note: Winter ducks tend to be fattier than summer ducks, so take this into consideration

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ARTICLE ALLISON GIBESON PHOTOGRAPHY JANIE JONES

GIVING AWAY AFTER A SUCCESSFUL CAMPAIGN LAST YEAR, LIFESTYLE PUBLICATIONS IS GIVING $300,000 TO RECIPIENTS IN NEED THIS CHRISTMAS SEASON AND BEYOND... AND WE NEED YOUR HELP!

ABOUT SIX YEARS AGO ANNA SAROL, THE DAUGHTER OF A SINGLE MOTHER, WAS PARALYZED IN A GYMNASTICS ACCIDENT WHEN SHE WAS A FRESHMAN IN HIGH SCHOOL, BUT UNTIL LAST YEAR SHE DID NOT HAVE A STAIRLIFT IN HER HOME. The stairlift was made possible when Lifestyle Publications gave her family $10,000. “I watched my community come together to help me get this equipment to my house, and words can’t explain how appreciative my

“I watched my community come together to help me get this equipment to my house, and words can’t explain how appreciative my family and I are.” —Anna Sarol

family and I are,” Anna says. The money for Anna’s stairlift was part of a giveaway campaign from the company during the 2020 Christmas season that benefited more than 80 recipients across the country with a final distribution of $250,000 throughout the year. When the company opened nominations, they were flooded with submissions. Community leaders such as judges, police officers, teachers, nurses, social workers, mentors and readers like you nominated people that were in need of assistance. As the eyes and ears of the community, these readers were able to help identify people who might have

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otherwise gone unnoticed or unrecognized. One such nominee was Kathy*, an aunt who is raising her three young relatives. The children came from an abusive situation, and Kathy, a single guardian, works tirelessly to provide for them. Nevertheless, the family was already living in poverty despite her working seven days a week when Kathy lost her job during the pandemic. She resorted to selling tamales to help pay the rent. When a case manager with a Big Brothers Big Sisters foster youth mentoring program heard about Lifestyle’s campaign and call for nominations, she quickly thought of Kathy. “When I shared the news that Kathy was selected and would be receiving $3,000, she cried, screamed, and was in disbelief,” the case manager said. “She immediately wanted to give back to me and the donor by providing endless tamales. This funding allowed the children to have a small Christmas tree for the first time ever. Kathy was able to pay her rent and utilities for three months, and the children were able to experience a holiday season in peace without financial stressors.” In yet another case, Emily* who worked as a janitor at a school, was a recipient and was struggling to afford simply buying groceries for her children. Before the ongoing difficulties of the pandemic even started, a tornado destroyed the school she worked at just a couple weeks before the initial shutdown in March 2020 which resulted in a loss of income for her. Emily was incredibly surprised and grateful to receive assistance from the giveaway. *Names changed for privacy

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INSPIRED BY

AFTER MORE THAN SEVEN YEARS AT THE HELM OF THE MAGAZINE, ROARING FORK LIFESTYLE OWNER/PUBLISHER RICK FRENCH IS TURNING THE PAGE. HE WELCOMES A NEW LEADER STARTING JANUARY 2022

A F ON D FA R E W E LL

ARTICLE BY RICK FRENCH PHOTOGRAPHY BY MICHAEL HEFFERON ESTATEPHOTOVIDEO.COM

CHANGE IS GOOD, THEY SAY. And as the year comes to a close I wanted to share the news of a happy transition for both myself personally and for Roaring Fork Lifestyle. The first issue of this magazine arrived seven years ago, on December 1, 2014. When I decided to introduce the publication to the community, I envisioned it as a way for residents to connect with everything our incredible valley has to offer. From features on organizations and family-owned businesses to events, restaurants, arts, local life, and inspiring stories about people who live here and are making a difference. “RFL,” as we call it behind the scenes, is a magazine for you. My wife, Linda, and I have decided it’s time for

Now, I want to tell you about Roaring Fork Lifestyle’s new publisher,

a change. We want to travel and see more of our

Mel Miles. Mel brings years of experience in publishing, including

four children and five grandkids scattered across

with her current Lifestyle Publications magazine on the Front Range,

the country. We want to take some time together

Castle Rock Lifestyle. With long-standing ties to the west slope, Mel

after 48 years of marriage, and get to know each

understands the exceptional place that is the Roaring Fork Valley. A

other a little better (if that is possible). As such, I

few words from her: “I am a native, and my husband Bradley and our

am retiring and handing the magazine over to a

four children feel blessed to become part of this wonderful Roaring

new publisher in January.

Fork community. I am committed to picking up where Rick is leaving

Before I go, I have to do a very special call-out to my incredible editor, Caitlin Causey, who will remain

off and I couldn’t be more excited to carry forward the beauty of what he and his team have created for years to come.”

as the creative backbone of RFL and bring you the

Please welcome Mel with open arms. She is an enthusiastic,

editorial content you enjoy each month. Without

driven person who will do great things for Roaring Fork Lifestyle,

Caitlin’s organizational skills and abilities as a true

the community, and our advertising partners.

wordsmith, RFL would not be what it is today. I also

I can’t believe my magic carpet ride is ending after more than

extend very special gratitude to the freelance writers

seven wonderful years as publisher and 34 years as a resident

who have given insightful investigation of so many

of the valley that I have loved calling home. Happy holidays, God

local people and topics. Finally, I thank Michael

bless you, and may only happiness be at your door.

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