Cary Living Magazine

2011 DIAMOND AWARD WINNERS

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LIGHTING • APPLIANCES • AND MORE

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Publisher/Par tner Gina Stephens Adver tising Sales Myra Gammon | Regina Alston Creative Director Travis Aptt Ar t Director Jennifer Casey Graphic Design Heath Hilliker Contributing Writers Christa Gala | David Droschak | April Schlanger Kate Turgeon | Teresa Robinson | Patty W. Scotten Donna D. Stoyanovich | Darcy Brennan-Huante | Jenni Hart Bonnie Fischer | Dr. Elizabeth E. Campbell, M.D.

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Anyone who knows me well will tell you my two favorite things to do when I’m not with my children or working is to shop and eat out! So, each year I love to hear Jennifer Robertson Photography

from our readers on their favorite places in our community to eat, shop, relax and get things done. The ballots have been counted, and we’re excited to share with you the winners of the 2011 Cary Living Diamond Awards. This is a yearly event where we ask our readers to tell us their favorites – from your favorite place to sweat to your favorite place for decadent sweets to the best place to buy shoes and the store with the best customer service. There are certainly some of the regular hot spots on the list, but you’ll be surprised by some of the first-timers (p.16 ).

Fall is here. Ready for cozy sweaters and jackets layered with great accessories? Check out “Fall Fashion” (p.30) for the must-have fall looks from local boutiques. Get ready to shop!

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One of the best things about fall is football, but real tailgating isn’t just a bucket of chicken. In “Gridiron Grub“ (p.24), Joe Lumbrazo at Backyard Bistro shares some of his delicious recipes to help you take your tailgating party to the next level with real food everyone will remember.

Plus, meet Airiel Down, a local band that’s responsible for the Carolina Hurricanes most popular theme song and find out why the group’s sense of patriotism has them traveling around the world (p.18).

One more thing: We’d love to know what you think of this issue. Your thoughts and opinions mean a lot to us. Enjoy!

Gina Pearce Stephens Publisher/Partner Midtown, Cary Living, Pinehurst & Premier Baby & Child 4818 Six Forks Road | Suite 204 | Raleigh, NC 27609 919-782-4710 | gina@caryliving.com

on the cover Special thanks to Kitchen and Bath Galleries for the beautiful kitchen photo featured on the cover. Photography by Dan Forest.

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Please do not have a fit in the fitting room. Your fashion life begins there. – Florence Eiseman

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DIAMOND AWARD WINNERS ARE? We asked – you answered! See the best that Western Wake has to offer!

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DECKED OUT Here you will find the accessories to get your patio ready for fall entertaining.

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LIVING THE DREAM Beaux Foy leading Airiel Down to new heights.

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GRIDIRON GRUB Chef Joe Lumbrazo of Backyard Bistro shares his favorite game-day recipes.

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FALL FASHION Check out the greatest looks for this season, from jeans to jewelry.

We have it all!

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COMPOSING A HEALTHIER YOU Journaling for mind, body and spirit.

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KITCHEN’S CALLING The inside scoop on appliances and lighting.

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HUNGRY FOR MORE? Join Cary Living for Ethnic Eats: Part 2, a look at even more of the area’s best ethnic restaurants.

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KIDS FASHION From infants to school age, local boutiques share their favorite fall fashions for this season.

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STUDY SMARTER, NOT LONGER Ten great study tips to get your kids on track for a great year.

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Chef’s Palette Restaurant and Bar Local art and lighted menus (no kidding!) create a romantic ambience; readers also loved the creative dishes at this new eatery off Ten-Ten Road.

Bond Park For the second year in a row, this Cary park is popular for its walking trails and boat rental.

BEST PARK

Tobacco Trail

Stonecreek Shopping Center

Silence and miles of trails in virtual wilderness made this a favorite two years running (pun intended!).

With plenty of folks milling about, this is a great place to people-watch.

BEST PLACE TO GO IN YOUR RUNNING SHOES

FAVORITE PEOPLE-WATCHING SPOT

Lake Pine

BEST PLACE FOR A DATE NIGHT

Java Jive A three-time winner, readers still rave over the coffee – be it a simple cuppa Joe or a version that’s all dressed up.

BEST PLACE TO GET CAFFEINE FIX

Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano Mouth-watering bread baskets, Italian fare and fast service; what more could you ask for?

Asphalt trails and plenty of shade earned two thumbs up (again!) from our readers.

BEST PLACE TO WALK THE DOG

Diamond Awards

BEST PLACE FOR A POWER LUNCH

An Restaurant The wine selection at this upscale Asian Fusion restaurant is impressive, as is the entire drink menu, which offers many varieties of gin and vodka and a long list of specialty drinks.

By Christa Gala

Who won this year’s Cary Living Diamond Awards? Several new businesses made the list and many others are back for a second or third time. These winners are doing something right.

Friendly bar staff and a jammin’ crowd, not to mention fantastic burgers, made this a favorite watering hole.

Klara’s Restaurant Authentic Czech food served so well you’ll feel like family.

BEST PLACE TO GRAB A BEER BEST WAIT STAFF

Café Caturra

BEST PLACE TO DONATE YOUR TIME

Metabolic Research Center Another second-year winner, readers say keeping off the weight was easy with a customized plan to follow.

BEST PLACE TO DROP FIVE POUNDS

Backyard Bistro You loved the wings, the team trivia and, of course, the ribs and BBQ. BEST PLACE TO WATCH THE BIG GAME

WINNING WINE LIST

TRIBECA TAVERN

U.S. Veterans Corps

Readers most wanted to give their time to the men and women who made America what it is.

POLAR ICE HOUSE

Comfy chairs and wide umbrellas are inviting, not to mention all manner of fare – from wine to paninis – available at this casual yet edgy restaurant.

Kids love the free skate, not to mention figure skating and hockey.

BEST OUTDOOR DINING

BEST WAY TO ENTERTAIN THE KIDS ON A RAINY DAY

Grove Park Inn

You loved the massive fireplace, mountaintop views and the world-class spa.

BEST PLACE TO GO OUTSIDE OF WESTERN WAKE ON A WEEKEND GETAWAY

Herons at The Umstead The epitome of urban style, top-tier food and elegant ambience.

BEST PLACE TO IMPRESS A DATE

The Meat House

The name says it all; great cuts of meat and ready-made side dishes from local chefs make dinner a snap.

BEST TAKE-OUT

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Stonehaven Jewelry Gallery

Chocolate Smiles Third time’s the charm: this downtown Cary mainstay offers delectable homemade fudge, truffles, fruit-flavored marshmallow kabobs and a whole lot more!

BEST PLACE TO SATISFY A SWEET TOOTH

For the second year now, you love browsing pages as someone else scrubs the car.

“Helpful” and “friendly” described the staff here for the second year.

BEST PLACE TO GET YOUR “BLING”

FRIENDLIEST CUSTOMER SERVICE

BEST FAMILY OUTING

Panera Bread

BEST PLACE TO READ CARY LIVING

Sip...a wine store Ever heard of a “green” wine store?

This one encourages conservation and offers all kinds of activities – from tastings and classes to five-mile runs.

BEST PLACE TO WIND DOWN

O2 Fitness BEST PLACE TO SWEAT

For three years now, readers have loved the sculptural look of this fine jewelry.

RDU Airport Observation Park and General Aviation

Scruffy Duck

Readers loved this gym for its cleanliness, upscale feel and attentive personal trainers.

For two years now, it’s been your official office and meeting place.

BEST SPOT FOR WI-FI

For the second year in a row, state-ofthe-art techniques and attention to total body wellness appealed to readers.

BEST OVERALL PAMPERING

GIGI’S BOUTIQUE

Whether belt, bag or bracelet, readers loved browsing here first.

BEST PLACE FOR A FINISHING TOUCH TO AN OUTFIT

Nirvelli Day Spa readers loved the spa packages, including treatments for nails, face, massage and more.

FAVORITE PLACE TO GET PAMPERED

This park overlooks the airport’s longest runway and pipes in direct communication between the control tower and pilots. A well-kept secret is just inside General Aviation – an elegant, airy space with stunning architecture and a panoramic view of the runway.

J.M. Edwards Fine Jewelry FEAST YOUR EYES ON UNIQUE PIECES FOR EVERY SPECIAL OCCASION. BEST PLACE FOR A “BIG” SPLURGE

ADORE Designer Resale Boutique Designer brands at consignor prices – including Chanel, Gucci, Escada and more.

BEST PLACE TO FIND UNIQUE BRANDS OF CLOTHING

Preston Dental SKIN SENSE: A DAY SPA

Swagger: Gifts With Attitude

Husband and wife team, Drs. Greg and Lisa Mayes, provide the perfect balance of professionalism and personal care.

BEST PLACE TO GET THAT GREAT-LOOKING SMILE

enV Salon Color Bar Readers raved about stylists who really listen and deliver fantastic results.

Blossom Shop Florist (real) Another third year winner!

Readers loved the sophisticated designs of Floral Accents for silk arrangements. They chose Blossom Shop Florist for real flowers because their arrangements had an original and artistic flair.

BEST PLACE TO BUY FLOWERS

KOKA BOOTH The lush grounds, ample parking and top-notch acts earned this cozy venue high marks for the third year.

BEST PLACE FOR LIVE MUSIC

Diamonds are still a girl’s best friend; readers loved both price and selection.

BEST PLACE TO BUY HER A GIFT

IVY COTTAGE

One word: Ambience.

You’ll feel like you left town.

BEST PLACE FOR UNIQUE SPA TREATMENT

BEST PLACE FOR A “LITTLE” SPLURGE

La Therapie Spa at Preston

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DIAMONDS DIRECT Offering both women’s fashions and home furnishings, readers loved stopping in for a little retail therapy.

BEST PLACE FOR A NEW “DO”

Floral Accents

Flue and Flame

All things fire – whether your man wants a beefed-up grill, fireplace or any and all accessories. Hear him roar.

BEST PLACE TO BUY HIM A GIFT

Great Harvest Bread Company A loaf or two is always well-received.

BEST WAY TO SAY THANK YOU

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Beaux Foy leading Airiel Down to new heights ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY BY DAVID DROSCHAK

Those who know Beaux Foy’s infectious personality, ingenious marketing tactics and exhaustive work ethic weren’t surprised this summer when the video “Hurricane Warning with Rod Brind’Amour” captured three platinum AVA Awards and eight Telly Awards for his local independent band, Airiel Down.

Airiel Down’s connection to the Carolina Hurricanes started over five years ago. The band sent out CDs to all major professional sports teams across the country and Canada, offering up any of their songs. This is a pretty common thing – the Canes receive on average 75 CDs a season from groups.

“Very rarely does one hit and you say, ‘OK, I like that one,”’ says Pete Soto, the former director of advertising, production and in-game marketing for the Carolina Hurricanes, who made the decision to move forward with the “Hurricane Warning” song. “Most of the time the music we get in is just a failure or not right for us.”

Foy remembers being in a meeting in Miami when his cell phone started going off … and off and off. He excused himself to see who was calling.

“I had 12 calls within a two-minute period from the Triangle,” Foy says. “The calls were from friends who were at the RBC Center. They wanted me to know that one of our songs was playing. So, I sent an e-mail off thanking the Canes for playing our music … and it just snowballed from there.”

Foy actually wrote the song “Hurricane Warning” after Hurricane Fran roared through the Triangle in September 1996.

“I just remember the devastation. I was without power for nine days and I had my chainsaw out there cutting trees out of the road, helping people get through,” Foy says. “It was a real community effort. Being from Pittsburgh, that was my first big hurricane and it made an impression.

“I penned that song and years later in 2007 I brought it to the boys and they said, ‘Dude, let’s record this.’ The Canes had been keeping tabs on us and they get the CD and they see this song ‘Hurricane Warning’ and they loved it. They asked if they could use it as a theme song. I told them I would do them one better and go back in the studio and change the chorus. Instead of saying the ‘Rolling Hurricane,’ I changed it to ‘Carolina Hurricanes’ and the fans just embraced it.”

The song now greets the Canes when they return to the ice for the third period at all home games.

“It speaks to our fans, and if something speaks to your fans then it’s easy to utilize it,” Soto said What makes the award-winning video featuring Brind’Amour even more special is that all the hardware the rockers used to create the Canes video was staged in a Cary backyard and cost, well, next-to-nothing.

Foy was prepared to film the video at a Wilmington studio until he saw the $16,000 price tag. Even though the Carolina Hurricanes were willing to share some of the expenses, Foy’s natural instincts kicked in. As the founder of an independent band, he had watched every penny and found frugal ways to be creative – and now wasn’t the time to splurge.

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“They wanted $10,000 for the stage and $6,000 for a wind and rain machine,” Foy recalls. “I about fell out of my chair. No way in hell was I going to have the Hurricanes write a check for that. I look at everything as if I’m paying for it. I came back and told the boys and our videographer we can make this happen.”

Foy knew his friend in Cary had a huge, open backyard and several large fans used to dry hardwood floors that could create some intense wind. They turned on the lights one night, flipped the fans on, hooked up some garden hoses and began to rock.

“We created a hurricane,” Foy says as if the entire set-up was nothing out of the ordinary. “It looks torrential, dude.

Here’s the kicker, it didn’t cost us a damn dime. It cost us water and electricity.”

“That video won a platinum award at this year’s AVAs. They were just astounded by the special effects. So there you go, try it yourself first. I always tell people, be willing to work hard at it and man you can make anything happen.”

The 35-year-old Foy and five-piece Airiel Down are loud and living proof.

The band’s first big break came in 2006 when Foy returned to his hometown of Pittsburgh and played two songs live one morning on the city’s rock station, WDVE. As soon as he got off the radio, Foy’s phone rang. It was a representative of the Gin Blossoms, and suddenly Airiel Down was on stage the next night with the popular band at a downtown concert. Since then, Airiel Down has opened for such acts as KISS, .38 Special and Foreigner.

When asked if he was an instant hit on the strings, Foy responded quickly. “Talent has to be developed. I use Michael Jordan as an example. If he was so talented from the get-go he would have made his high school basketball team, but the fact is he got cut from the team. But Michael had the work ethic and he continued to work and work and he developed his talent and he became the best basketball player of all time.

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Airiel Down (left) performs live in concert. Shooting a video (right) on the deck of a nuclear aircraft carrier in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean.

It’s clear where Foy inherited his discipline and work ethic. His father, Buck, was an Army Ranger and served two tours in Vietnam.

His dad’s service also inspired Foy and the band to begin making stops at various military bases to perform – for free – as the band toured the country. Airiel Down soon became the band of choice for military personnel stationed all over the world. So far in 2011, Foy and the band have performed in such places as Guam, Honduras, Cuba and Pearl Harbor. Most of the trips, until recently, have been on the band’s own dime.

“We always took time to play the bases,” Foy says. “A lot of those people are now deployed all over the world and they are like: ‘You’ve got to see this band I saw at Fort Bragg’ and the next thing you know we’re getting calls from PAOs asking if we would come to places. Now Armed Forces Entertainment has stepped up and they’re paying some of the costs, the USO of North Carolina has stepped up.”

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Foy joking with Stanley Cup champion Brind’Amour during shooting of video “Hurricane Warning with Rod Brind’Amour.”

With all his military connections and his persuasive personality, Foy and Airiel Down became the first band to shoot a video on the deck of a nuclear aircraft carrier in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean in 2010.

“The commander looked at me and said, ‘Son, Metallica hasn’t even done this.”’

“That personality is larger than life and sometimes you say, ‘There is no way he’s going to do this, no way he’s going to pull this off,’” said Soto.

“He has pulled off things that I totally doubted him on. You almost think he’s pulling your leg sometimes when he says he’s going to do something crazy… then all of the sudden it actually happens.”

Foy’s idea to add Brind’Amour, the former captain of the Canes, to his already popular video version of “Hurricane Warning” was yet another stroke of genius. Foy and Brind’Amour met by chance at a Wake Forest ice rink where Brind’Amour’s son was playing, and the two struck up a conversation. So, when it came time for Foy to pick a Hurricanes player to add to the video, he was already sold on No. 17.

“Yeah, the special effects were great and the performance, but at the end of the day when you have Rod Brind’Amour bookending your video that’s pretty epic,” says Foy. “Beaux struck me as being really different than I expected,” Brind’Amour said of the lead singer who was wearing a skull cap, hiding his wild, shoulderlength flocks. “He was super nice and great with the kids. He wasn’t the typical rocker you would expect.

He said, ‘Listen to my music.’ I put it in and I was kind of shocked to be honest with you. It was awesome. It’s one of the better songs I’ve ever heard.”

Music success is all relative, and for Foy and Airiel Down, they wouldn’t trade their path for all the tea in China, which by the way is where the band is heading this fall for a university tour. By that time, Foy will have performed in more than 50 countries.

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BAND MEMBERS Beaux Foy – vocals, guitar Taylor Traversari – drums, percussion Michael Abe – guitar, viola, backing vocals Lani Abe – bass Steve Grove – guitar, backing vocals

FAST FACT Lead singer Beaux Foy was recently named an official spokesperson for the North Carolina Libraries, joining Governor Bev Perdue, jazz musician Branford Marsalis and actress Andie MacDowell.

DID YOU KNOW? Airiel Down was returning from a concert in Tennessee and picked up the third period of Game 7 of the 2006 Stanley Cup on its tour bus radio passing through Greensboro. The Canes clinched the Cup as the band was arriving in Raleigh and Foy and company headed downtown to join in the celebration.

FALL STOPS In addition to taking in some Carolina Hurricanes games Airiel Down’s fall schedule includes the following: U.S. Navy Tour of the Persian Gulf in September; a Nashville appearance on October 1st; receiving the USO Heart of a Patriot Award in Raleigh on October 7th and an October trip to China for the University/One Show Tour.

“Your definition of ‘making it’ and our definition of ‘making it’ may be different,” Foy says. “We’re touring the globe, reaching people with music. We’re playing clubs, we’re playing for our military, we’re playing for corporate events, playing for universities – wherever people want to hear music, we’re there. We’re paying our bills and we’re making music, and bro, we’re having a ball. We’re doing stuff that no one has ever done. The support we’ve received from our fans and friends…well, words can’t explain it or describe it.”

Airiel Down has sold more than 100,000 CDs and is scheduled to release its third album by the winter.

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Kick off tailgating season with a new menu!

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Sausage Bread 18 oz fresh pizza dough 2 1/2 lb cooked Italian sausage

(casing removed and crumbled) 2 cups grated mozzarella 1 cup Parmesan cheese 1 Tbsp dry parsley Roll the dough out on an 18� X 12� cookie sheet until it covers completely. Spread the cooked sausage down first, then the cheese and parsley. Roll the dough into a log, brush with an egg wash, and bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes. Slice about 1/4 of a inch and serve with marinara.

Backyard Bistro St. Louis Style Ribs 1 3/4 lb rack St. Louis style ribs 3 Tbsp Backyard Butt Rub (or any grocery store dry rub) 3 oz apple juice 1 large piece of aluminum foil 1 bag hickory smoking chips Charcoal 3 oz BBQ sauce Liberally rub both sides of ribs with butt rub. If you have a charcoal grill, light about 10 brickettes with 2 cups of the hickory chips on one side of the grill. Place the ribs on the opposite side of the grill for indirect heat cooking method. Smoke the ribs for about 2 hours. Remove the ribs and wrap in aluminum foil with apple juice. Repeat the process 2 more times for a total of 6 hours cooking time. Try to maintain cooking temperature between 200-225 degrees. To finish the ribs, slather with your favorite BBQ sauce and cook over direct heat for about 10 minutes to get nice caramelization.

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They will be sampling great NC craft brews as well as some delicious samples of The Meat House steak, chicken and sausages.

The event is limited so please RSVP by email to: raleigh.nc@themeathouse.com.

• Highlands Brewery • Natty Greene’s Pub & Brewing Company • Full Steam Brewing

• Aviator Brewing Company • The Duck-Rabbit Craft Brewery

• Triangle Brewing

• Big Boss Brewing Company

• Carolina Brewing Company

• LoneRider Brewing Company

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Fried PickLed okra 20 pieces of pickled okra 1 cup buttermilk, mixed with 1 whole egg 4 cups all-purpose flour, mixed with a pinch of salt and pepper 1 gallon frying oil, preferably peanut Soak the okra in the buttermilk and egg mixture for about 1 hour. Remove and dredge in flour. Fry in 350 degree oil until golden. We serve ours with a Cayenne scented ranch!

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TAILGATING: the bigger the better

By April Schlanger, Owner, Sip…a wine store

1 When it comes to supporting your local team, bigger is better; bigger signs, bigger meals, bigger groups and of course bigger bottles. Large format bottles of beer and wine serve a few purposes, but the most important is they serve a lot of guests. There are a number of regional and imported wines and beers that will make your next tailgating event an even bigger hit!

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1. Tezza Bianco & Rosso – 1.5 liter, $8.99 This is a great deal, a red and white blend that was made for a large Italian grocery chain. The white is a crisp blend of Garganega and Cortese grapes. The red is a blend of Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella and Cabernet.

A rich, robust red with plenty of dark fruit and spice notes.

2. Fullsteam Brewery Growlers: Local – $14.99 Fullsteam is a local brewery based in Durham. Our favorites are the El Toro Cream Ale and the Carver Sweet Potato Lager. The El Toro Cream Ale is an easy-drinking beer brewed with malted barley, hops, yeast, water and North Carolina corn grits. The Carver Sweet Potato Lager is tasty without any cloying pumpkin pie spice.

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3. Craggie, Dubbelicious Growler: Local – $13.50 A yummy Belgium style double ale made with barley, rye, wheat and oat malts, brewed with Belgian candy sugar and then fermented with a regional yeast strain. This “sweet tart” dubbel is copper in color with warm herbal undertones.

4. Clif Bar Family “The Climber” Cabernet: Sauvignon,California – $15.99 Sometimes you can’t take glass bottles to an event; this bag of juice is brilliant. It is equal to two bottles of wine and will stay fresh for a month once opened. The wine inside is outstanding, with vibrant blackberry, plum and black currant notes with a long lingering finish.

5. Nardi Giordana, Prosecco, Italy – 1.5 liter, $25.50 Our customers call this the “Party Nardi”. Light and fragrant with white peach and hazelnut aromas. Yummy with a touch of sweetness on the finish. It is the perfect bottle to celebrate that big win with.

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In early colonial times, pumpkins were used as an ingredient for the crust of pies, not the filling.

DID YOU KNOW? The largest pumpkin pie ever made was over five feet in diameter and weighed over 350 pounds. It used 80 pounds of cooked pumpkin and took six hours to bake.

Colonists sliced off pumpkin tops, removed the seeds and filled the insides with milk, spices and honey. This was baked in hot ashes and is the origin of pumpkin pie.

COOKING TIPS When selecting a pumpkin for cooking, the best selection is a “pie pumpkin” or “sweet pumpkin.” These are smaller than the large jack-o’-lantern pumpkins and the flesh is sweeter and less watery. However, you can substitute the jack-o’-lantern variety with fairly good results.

PUMPKIN DIP 2 packages of cream cheese (softened) 1 cup powdered sugar 1 can pumpkin 1/2 to 1 tsp ginger 1 tsp cinnamon Mix cream cheese and powdered sugar together in mixer. Add pumpkin and spices and blend well. Use gingersnaps to dip.

Healthy, Local Produce and Foods Every Tuesday and Saturday at the Western Wake Farmers’ Market in Cary!

Please check www.WesternWakeFarmersMarket.org for weekly guest educators and musicians.

Cary Living is the exclusive print sponsor of the Western Wake Farmers’ Market.

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FASHION fall

Hemlines go up and down, colors go in and out of style, but one things remains the same:

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IS IN! Whether it’s casual Friday or movie night, you will look great in these looks!

Coveted Clothing ruffle – back blue/grey sweater with Active Basic white cami and Miss Me jeans.

Deyce orange bag with coral, avocado and chocolate necklace and earring set. Available at Gigi’s Boutique.

Golden butter Italian leather handbag.

Exclusively at Le Feme Chateau.

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Black knit lace top by Gracia with half cami by Sugarlips underneath, along with MEK DNM jeans. Grey UVO Italian goat leather handbag and Alisha.d silver chain with small rhinestones.

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Dance in Paris pewter silk blouse with Ryu light pewter rosette sweater and Henry & Belle Ideal skinny jeans. Red Big Buddha bag with gold and yellow dangle earrings.

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DRESS IT UP! Black Chanel sweater jacket, ivory Theory top and Chic Star leopard print skirt. Beige Makowsky handbag with silver dangle necklace.

Available at ADORE Designer Resale Boutique.

RuBY Cho purple top and Tribal black travel pants. Silver and clear beaded necklace with clear beaded dangle earrings.

Available at Southern Charm Boutique.

Tropical pink Italian leather handbag. Exclusively at Le Feme Chateau.

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Black yoga pants by B*Up and reversible lace tank by Arianne Teri. Available at J.Alane’s.

GETTING COZY AT HOME HAS NEVER LOOKED

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Black and gold Louboutin shoes.

Available at ADORE Designer Resale Boutique.

Lindsey Phillips black patent leather snap wedges. Available at Southern Charm Boutique.

Lindsey Phillips grey flannel snap wedges.

Available at Southern Charm Boutique.

Black Betsey Johnson suede boots. Available at ADORE Designer Resale Boutique.

LET YOUR SHOES DO THE TALKING! Burgundy leather clog

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Tan suede clog by Aravon. Available at Foot Solutions.

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call wild A night of camping creates lasting memories

By JENNI HART

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If you’re a seasoned camper, then you know camping is an activity unrivaled in its ability to stimulate your senses and re-energize your relationships.

Even a single night spent under the stars provides a unique opportunity to slow down and connect with nature and your loved ones apart from the bustle of everyday life. This time of year offers cooler nights and fewer bugs, so a night spent sleeping outdoors can be downright comfy. Maybe not luxury-hotel comfy, but who needs pillow-top mattresses and 800-thread-count sheets every night of the year?

Jordan Lake State Recreation Area, Umstead State Park and Falls Lake State Recreation Area are three camping destinations that are well-equipped for family outings, and easy to access from anywhere in the Cary area. Reservations are either required or strongly suggested, for campsites that are a budgetfriendly 20 dollars a night for basic sites, 25 dollars for sites with water and electrical hook-ups.

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Campers bring folding chairs and share family time around this William B. Umstead State Park campsite.

As with most family activities, the success of your camp-out depends on how well you’re prepared. You’ll need to plan for shelter, bedding, proper clothing and gear, and of course, food. Here we cover the basics to get you and your family ready for a night out of doors.

The Tent – your home away from home You may want to think about borrowing or buying used, in case the camping bug bites you only once, because a family-sized tent can cost hundreds of dollars. But price is just one of many factors to consider when it comes to choosing the right tent for your needs. Keep in mind that tent manufacturers universally underestimate the size of the average camper, so when the product description says the tent sleeps six, you can probably sleep a maximum of four people comfortably. In order to accommodate some storage for your clothing and other items, and to keep from stepping on your tentmates when entering or exiting the tent, a good rule of thumb is at least 30 square feet of floor space per adult. Increase that number for longer trips or larger campers.

In order to make your tent the coziest it can be, think “dry” and “ventilated”. A waterproof tarp placed on the ground before you pitch your tent is a good idea, even if your tent has a floor. You may be surprised that even on a night without rain, dew and ground moisture can seep into the tent and make the inside air clammy and uncomfortable. A tarp, also known as a footprint, will provide a barrier against that moisture. And look for a tent with mesh ventilation, as the option of letting in fresh air will make sleeping on warmer nights a lot more pleasant. Tip: If you have a new tent, set it up on your driveway first to make sure you have all the parts. A practice set-up will save you a lot of time when you get to your campsite.

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Other CampsitE • Don’t begin setting up until you survey available sites for the ideal location. You may have a large family, young children or a heavy tent; all these factors should be considered when choosing a site.

With some drive-in campsites, you can pull your car right up to the tent pads, which makes unloading your gear much easier. If you have small children, check the campground map and try to secure a site near a bath house.

• Not every campsite is created equal, so given the choice, opt for a site that has a picnic table, a fire ring and a lantern hook. If you’re planning to cook, find a site that has a charcoal grill.

And to go from rustic to refined, spring for a site that features running water and electrical service.

• Before you lay down the tarp, remove any large rocks or sticks from the area where your tent will be. Not only will this increase your sleeping comfort, but it helps your tarp and tent last longer by reducing tears in the material.

Tips: Cary area residents have easy access to three nearby campgrounds, each with its own unique features.

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William B. Umstead State Park

Jordan Lake State Recreation Area

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• If there’s any slant to the ground, orient the tent so that sleeping bags can go in with the heads at the higher elevation; it’s no fun trying to sleep with your feet higher than your head.

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• Drought conditions may restrict your use of fire at the campground, so check ahead of time. And always extinguish your fire completely before turning in for the night or leaving your campsite.

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Bedding If you choose a night with mild temperatures, the cheapest, most basic sleeping bag will suffice. If you’re over 30, an air mattress is a treat; over 40, it’s a necessity.

You can get an entry-level air mattress with an automatic pump for around 35 dollars. Tip: Some sleeping bags have outer linings with a coarse nylon type of fabric. These can be noisy in close quarters. If your tentmates are light sleepers, you may want to choose bags with softer outer linings. Don’t forget your pillow!

Clothing and Gear Common sense will tell you that camping and blue jeans were made for each other. Pack clothing that can be layered to get you through fluctuating overnight temps, and sweatpants and t-shirts to sleep in. Tip: Make a rule that all shoes stay outside the tent; your sleeping quarters will stay cleaner this way. Turn the shoes upside down before you go to sleep so the dew doesn’t dampen them, or cover them with a plastic bag.

Although many campgrounds have shower facilities, a lot of campers can pull off a single night’s stay without needing one. But if you think a shower is a must, don’t forget to pack towels and toiletries.

You’ll need a lantern and a couple of flashlights, and a set of walkie-talkies will not only be functional but also a lot of fun for the kids. This may be stating the obvious, but bring extra batteries. Bring scissors. Bring a sharp knife. Bring matches. Keep them locked in the car away from small children if you have to, but trust me, you’ll probably need these things.

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Food Why is it that food cooked over an open flame always tastes better? Setting up the tent and sleeping bags can be tedious, but cooking and eating around a campfire is perfection. Pack the cooler with your family’s favorite picnic foods, and don’t forget the chocolate bars, graham crackers and marshmallows. As your kids will tell you, it’s not camping without s’mores. Tip: If your campsite has a grill, remember to bring charcoal. Although many fire rings have grates that you can cook on, first-time campers may find it tricky to cook an entire meal over a wood-burning fire.

Plan accordingly, and your first-ever camping excursion may open your family up to a whole new world out of doors. And if you find that typical sibling squabbles give way to giggles, campfire songs and shadow puppets by lantern light, you’ll be glad you made the effort. For more information on these and other campsites, visit www.ncparks.gov where you can also download free mobile appsstonehaven_ja.pdf for your iPhone 6/8/11 or Android.

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Container Gardens By family Home & Garden

Fall is a great time to experiment with texture and color in your container gardens. While mums and asters can be spectacular and classic in a fall container garden, there are lots of other choices that will last well beyond the first frost. Think about using perennials or trying out some cold-loving annuals in your containers.

Containers Make sure your containers are made of material that will stand up to freezing and thawing. Ceramics, terra cottas and thin plastics may not stand up to extreme temperature variations. Try containers made out of fiberglass, metal, thick plastic, stone or concrete.

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Perennials Fall is the season to try hardy perennials in your container gardens. Have fun and experiment with color combinations.

Use purples and oranges, mixed with bright greens and deep reds. Some hardy perennials for fall containers are:

Creeping Jenny

• Coral Bells • Sedum • Grasses • Smokebush • Lambs Ear • Ivy • Creeping Jenny • Ornamental sweet potato vine • Hens and Chicks

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Cold-Loving Annuals There are also lots of annuals that look great and will last well past the first frost. Try some of these cold-loving annuals.

• Flowering cabbages • Flowering kales • Annual grasses • Sages • Flaxes • Pansies • Creeping Wirevine • New Zealand Flax new zealand flax

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Try combining different heights and forms, or go simple and pot a single dramatic plant in a beautiful container. A single plant in a wonderful pot can look stunning. Try grouping your containers – by grouping your containers you can really change the look of an area.

You can also change the look by moving your containers around in the grouping. This is especially true since asters and mums get tired looking, and when they do you can easily move them to an out-of-the-way spot. Try using some pumpkins or decorative gourds to unify your design or add a bit of whimsical surprise!

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Writing

for Health and Wholeness

By JENNI HART

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cL How to begin the journaling journey If you’ve thought about journaling but haven’t been able to put pen to paper – or fingers to the keyboard – getting started may be easier than you think. You may have heard the practice of keeping a journal can help you capture significant events in your life, work through unresolved feelings, painful memories and strained relationships, and even improve your memory and concentration. But several university-funded studies have also shown journaling has measurable health benefits. Findings point to improved immunity, reduction in the symptoms of arthritis and asthma, and easing of stress and depression in patients who keep a journal.

Holly Springs resident Cherokee Ottesen has devoted her life to helping others gain insight and facilitate growth in their personal and professional lives. A certified instructor for Journal to the Self, based on the work by Kathleen Adams, founder of the Center for Journal Therapy, Ottesen works with groups and in one-on-one coaching sessions to teach others how to access the healing and life-enriching aspects of therapeutic writing. Having written herself for over 25 years, Ottesen believes the powerful tool of journaling provides an unparalleled experience for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of their own story.

“You are the author of your own autobiography,” Ottesen says with conviction. “No one else can tell your story with your unique voice, from your unique perspective and in the way that you see the world.” Ottesen considers the practice of writing a natural extension of her personality, and she believes anyone can benefit from journaling. “It’s never too late to start,” she says, “because we’re built to move toward wholeness and growth. Anything that can help us along that path to wholeness and growth is something we can begin at any age.”

Ottesen shares the story of a man in his fifties who attended one of her workshops. Although he had never written poetry before, he left so inspired by his introduction to writing that he emailed three additional original poems to her before she returned home from their class. “So many people don’t realize the wealth of information and wisdom that lives inside of them,” she says, “not to mention their playfulness, their creativity. Because they don’t experiment with writing, they’ve created obstacles for themselves that are holding them back.” caryliving.com | 45

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Journaling offers therapeutic benefits that can exceed traditional counseling methods, and ottesen says that can be especially helpful to patients who have experienced trauma or abuse. Some of her work has been with clients who have struggled with anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder or issues with past abuse. Even after years of counseling, many of them have found that the practice of journaling helped them move through their issues more quickly and effectively. ottesen teaches 18 targeted techniques that offer specific pathways toward exploration. one of the favorite techniques for those new to the journaling process is known as the five-minute sprint. Writers simply choose any subject, set a timer for five minutes, and stop writing when the time is up. “you would be amazed by what can be accomplished during the five-minute sprint,” says ottesen, who adds that anyone who thinks journaling will be too time-consuming is a perfect candidate for this technique. i asked ottesen how avid journal writers find time to journal. “one of the benefits of writing is how easily you can incorporate it into your life,” she says. “There are no rigid rules to follow, no set time during the day, no real limitations whatsoever.” ottesen herself is never without her journal, and finds that she pulls it out of her purse whenever the need arises. She has clients who prefer paper and pen journaling, but insists that keeping a journal electronically is no less valid, and some people prefer it. in addition to the five-minute sprint, ottesen teaches the following techniques to get the creative juices flowing:

SPRINGBOARD: A sentence or question written at the beginning of the journal session to help you focus and clarify.

The springboard serves as a jumping-off point.

CLUSTERING: Free association based on a central word or phrase.

Clustering is an effective technique for managing projects and generating creativity.

CAPTURED MOMENTS: Brief vignettes that capture the sensations of a particularly meaningful or emotional experience.

TIME CAPSULE: This type of journal may be kept daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly or yearly, and contains a review of the time period, covering specific events. The time capsule serves as a personal history.

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INVENTORY: Make a list of the most important areas or projects in your life, then write a paragraph or two about each. Questions to ask include where are you now, where do you want to be, and what will take you from here to there.

GUIDED IMAGERY: Take yourself on a trip, anywhere at all. Meet up with a wise person. Ask questions, listen for answers. Receive a gift. Write it down.

INNER WISDOM: Access a meditative state through deep breathing or visualization and request guidance from the part of you that holds your truth.

These techniques, along with others, are based on the Journal to the Self work by Kathleen adams. ottesen believes journaling should be an enjoyable experience, and not looked upon as a chore or a job, so the key is to experiment to find which techniques will provide the best fit for each student she coaches, and which ones will bring them the greatest insight or benefit. For more information, visit www.cherokeewholehealthretreat.com or www.journaltherapy.com.

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at 20” tall, the sleek linear style of the regency plateau™ coffee fire table creates the perfect gathering space for outdoor entertaining for your guest this fall. Available at Flue & Flame.

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outdoor accessories to get your patio or deck ready for the fall.

warm and inviting vintage metal lantern in beautiful shades of blue and brown distressed finish. perfect for indoors or outdoors.

Available at Lilly’s Home and Garden – Downtown Apex.

woodwick candles are the perfect way to enjoy your patio this fall.

Gather around with family and listen to your woodwick candles crackle while they burn! Available at The Sassy Blossom.

decorate your deck this fall with this beautiful Fleur de lis Jardinere planter by napa home and Garden. perfect for planting your fall plants to bring a little bit of nature to your deck.

Available at Ivy Cottage Collections.

adorn your table or patio with this 12” sassy squirrel. Available at Sixpence Accents.

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OF EVENTS

SEPTEMBER | OCTOBER 2011

Movies By Moonlight September 1 – Rebel Without a Cause September 8 – True Grit Koka Booth Amphitheatre at Regency Park www.boothamphitheatre.com

free acrylic painting demo with Willie Green-Aldridge September 10 | 1-3pm | Jerry’s Artarama www.williegreenaldridge.com

Friday farmer’s Market September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 | 10am-2pm Woodland Terrace, 300 Kildaire Woods Dr. www.kiscoseniorliving.com

caring community foundation’s pay-it-forward party September 10 | 7pm-12am Renaissance Raleigh Hotel at North Hills www.caringcommunityfoundation.org

CAry town band concert September 2 | 7:30pm Sertoma Amphitheatre at Bond Park 919-469-4069 | www.townofcary.org

September 11th Concert 2011 September 11 | 3pm Sertoma Amphitheatre at Bond Park 919-469-4963 | www.townofcary.org

Labor Day September 5

Leukemia and Lymphoma Society fundraiser at wine & Design September 14 | 6:30pm 483 James Jackson Avenue | Cary www.wineanddesignnc.com/cary

WATER SOLUBLE OILS CLASS September 7, 14, 21, 28 | 10am-12pm The Nature of Art | 870 Sunrise Drive Garner | 919-553-5633 www.TheNatureOfArtFrameShop.com OIL OR ACRYLIC PAINTING Class September 5, 12, 19, 26 | 1:30-4pm Chambers Arts Gallery | Cary 919-481-1003 | www.chambersarts.com Butterflies! for ages 3 and up September 10 | 10am The Garden Hut | 1004 Old Honeycutt Road | Fuquay-Varina | 919-552-0590 www.NelsasGardenHut.com pig pickin’ palooza September 10 | 11am-2pm Western Wake Farmers’ Market 1225 Morrisville Carpenter Rd. | Cary www.WesternWakeFarmersMarket.org Carol Stein’s Gardeners Forum September 10 | 11am The Garden Hut | 1004 Old Honeycutt Rd. Fuquay-Varina | 919-552-0590 www.NelsasGardenHut.com

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Paint a portrait of your pet at wine & Design September 15 | 6:30pm 483 James Jackson Avenue | Cary www.wineanddesignnc.com/cary Triangle brass band concert September 16 | 7pm Sertoma Amphitheatre at Bond Park 919-363-8664 | www.trianglebrass.org STYX September 16 | 8pm Koka Booth Amphitheatre at Regency Park www.boothamphitheatre.com Date Night at wine & Design September 17 & October 14 | 6:30pm 483 James Jackson Avenue | Cary www.wineanddesignnc.com/cary One Leg Up September 18 | 3pm Sertoma Amphitheatre at Bond Park 919-469-4069 | www.onelegupjazz.com

RAY LAMONTAGNE AND THE PARIAH DOGS With Guest Brandi Carlil September 19 | 6pm Koka Booth Amphitheatre at Regency Park www.boothamphitheatre.com Book signing with Monica Marlowe and Italian Wine Tasting September 21 Sip...a wine store | 1059 Darrington Dr. www.monicamarlowe.blogspot.com Wines of Chile September 22 | 7-9:30pm Sip...a wine store | 1059 Darrington Dr. www.sipawinestore.com FINAL FRIDAY September 23 & October 28 | 6-9pm Chambers Arts Gallery | Cary 919-481-1003 | www.chambersarts.com Art Opening Featuring Elizabeth Galecke photography and Ted Samspon’s recycled September 24 Sip...a wine store | 1059 Darrington Dr. www.sipawinestore.com Bohemian Pig Feast September 24 | 4-10pm Klara’s Restaurant | 200 S. Academy Street Cary | 919-319-5656 www.klarasrestaurant.com BEADING CLASS September 24 | 1-3pm The Nature of Art | 870 Sunrise Drive Garner | 919-553-5633 www.TheNatureOfArtFrameShop.com Walk and talk with nelsa Cox September 24 | 11am; October 8 | 10am The Garden Hut, 1004 Old Honeycutt Road Fuquay-Varina | 919-552-0590 www.NelsasGardenHut.com

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KIDS paint their PET Portrait at wine & Design September 24 | 2pm 483 James Jackson Avenue | Cary www.wineanddesignnc.com/cary PAGE BURNERS WRITERS’ GROUP September 28 & October 26 Chambers Arts Gallery | Cary 919-481-1003 | www.chambersarts.com Paint a portrait of your HOUSE at wine & Design September 29 & October 19 | 6:30pm 483 James Jackson Avenue | Cary www.wineanddesignnc.com/cary September Featured Artists: Ana Sumner & Susan LusteR September 30-October 27 Opening Reception September 30 | 6pm Cary Gallery of Artists 200 S. Academy Street | Suite 120 | Cary 919-462-2035 | www.carygallery.org Second Annual StrollerThon and 5K Run October 1 | 8am Crowder District Park | 4709 Ten-Ten Road Apex | www.pesnc.org Cary ballet hosts Celebration of children in the arts October 1 | 2:30-6pm 3791 NW Cary Parkway | Near Preston Corners | Cary | 919-481-6509 www.caryballetconservatory.com Fall Foliage Bonanza Concert October 2 | Noon-10pm Koka Booth Amphitheatre at Regency Park www.boothamphitheatre.com Inaugural Holly Springs Food Cupboard Golf Outing October 3 | 8am Devil’s Ridge Golf Club | Holly Springs www.hsfoodcupboard.org

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Ladies Night Out! at wine & Design October 6 | 6:30pm 483 James Jackson Avenue | Cary www.wineanddesignnc.com/cary Wine Tasting and Painting October 8 | 5:30pm – Wine tasting at Sip...a wine store | 1059 Darrington Dr.; 6:30pm – Painting at Wine and Design 483 James Jackson Avenue | Cary www.wineanddesignnc.com/cary or www.sipawinestore.com Brass at bond October 8 | 1pm Sertoma Amphitheatre at Bond Park 919-469-4069 | www.townofcary.org Columbus day October 10 Kids painting, We call it Sunshine and Design at wine & Design October 15 | 10am-12pm 483 James Jackson Avenue | Cary www.wineanddesignnc.com/cary the heart of carolina jazz orchestra October 15 | 3pm Sertoma Amphitheatre at Bond Park 919-469-4069 | www.carolinajazz.com WATERCOLOR CLASS October 19, 26 | 10am-12pm The Nature of Art | 870 Sunrise Drive Garner | 919-553-5633 www.TheNatureOfArtFrameShop.com Pinot Noir from around the World October 20 | 7-9:30pm Sip...a wine store | 1059 Darrington Dr. www.sipawinestore.com The fifth sense, Umami Wines October 22 | 6-8:30pm

Sip...a wine store | 1059 Darrington Dr. www.sipawinestore.com A VERY FAIRY EXPERIENCE October 22 | 10am-1pm The Nature of Art | 870 Sunrise Drive Garner | 919-553-5633 www.TheNatureOfArtFrameShop.com Trick or Treat in Downtown Fuquay-Varina October 28 | 2-5pm 108 Raleigh Street | Fuquay-Varina 919-552-0848 October Featured Artists: Lynne PattoN & Jean Scholts October 28-November 24 Opening Reception October 28 | 6pm Cary Gallery of Artists | 200 S. Academy Street | Suite 120 | Cary 919-462-2035 | www.carygallery.org 9th Annual Downtown Fuquay-Varina Chili Cook-Off October 29 | 10:30am-4:30pm 301 South Main Street | Fuquay-Varina 919-552-0848 Kids Halloween painting class at wine & Design October 29 | 10am-12pm 483 James Jackson Avenue | Cary www.wineanddesignnc.com/cary Adult Halloween Party at wine & Design October 29 | 6:30pm 483 James Jackson Avenue | Cary www.wineanddesignnc.com/cary Halloween October 31 Send us your events Community events you would like published in the calendar can be emailed to myra@caryliving.com.

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To m O ’Brien Ra d io Sh o w Returns to Backyar d Bistro The Tom O’Brien Radio Show will originate from Backyard Bistro restaurant across from the Carter-Finley Stadium for a third straight football season, and include an opportunity for Wolfpack fans to register for weekly prize packages and VIP seating. The first Tom O’Brien Radio Show will air Monday, August 22nd at 7pm. Fans can register online at www.backyardbistro.com each week for a chance to win VIP seating in the restaurant along with a prize package.

GOLF LEARNING CENTER OPENS Prestonwood Country Club opens a 25,000 square foot Golf Learning Center with state-of-the-art technology and equipment that promises to improve any golfer’s game. For more information visit www.prestonwood.com.

TALK of the TOWN

E dgew oo d place celeb rates 1 0th anniv ersary Edgewood Place, located on the campus of The Village at Brookwood, is celebrating its 10th anniversary of providing comprehensive rehabilitation, short-term skilled nursing care, and long-term skilled nursing care in inpatient and outpatient settings for Alamance County residents.

The modern, freestanding center replaced the Skilled Nursing Division of Alamance Regional Medical Center in the spring of 2001.

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Your kitchen. We know you love it.

Want it to love you back? What would your kitchen ask for if it could talk?

Updated appliances and better lighting.

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Before building a custom contemporary home in Apex’s Bella Casa neighborhood, Aasheesh and Nandita Upadhyaya scoured magazines and websites for the contemporary design elements they hoped would =reflect their taste and lifestyle. And, boy, did they find some cool things.

“Having been born and raised in India early on before settling in the U.S., we have always wanted to bring an Indian bungalow touch to both the interiors and exteriors of the house, and our new home is a small reflection of that yearning,” says Aasheesh. caryliving.com | 55

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Aasheesh and Nandita Upadhyaya’s contemporary home in Apex’s Bella Casa neighborhood.

The home, built by JVI Construction, Inc., features stainless steel appliances by Electrolux, a Kraus stainless farm sink with a hands-free Delta faucet and a dandy wine cooler. The tile backsplash has a metallic finish that complements the appliances.

“The kitchen had to be functional yet modern and a focal point for entertaining downstairs,” says Aasheesh. “It was a long, painstaking process with several iterations until we nailed it down within budget.

It was very easy to get carried away with a kitchen trying to get a modern look.”

Still steel Stainless steel appliances are adding a modern look to most kitchens these days, which hasn’t always been the case. Appliances used to be so black and white. Literally.

Randy Walker remembers paying for the privilege to install upgraded almond appliances in his own Lochmere home in 1986.

“The trend changed to white primarily as a result of the trend toward white cabinets,” says Walker, president of Walker DesignBuild and currently building new homes in Cary, Holly Springs and Chapel Hill. “Then in the late nineties and early 2000s, the trend for appliances moved to stainless steel as cabinets migrated toward natural maple and then to darker woods and stains.”

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From what we can tell, stainless steel isn’t going anywhere, although many of the kitchen experts Cary Living talked with said buyers often complain about the fingerprints.

“Stainless steel shows no sign of slowing down,” confirms Christine Tingen, builder sales manager for Ferguson Bath & Kitchen Galleries. “Some appliance manufacturers are trying to introduce color options with little success. Even the entry level houses have stainless or the stainless look.”

Alan Powell, owner and president of Carolinian Homes, says about 80 percent of his new home appliance packages are stainless steel.

“The rest is a small group that we cater to that wants the (cabinet) panels put in on their refrigerator and dishwashers,” says Powell, currently building in Chapel Hill, Holly Springs and West Cary. “That’s a really nice upgrade; you don’t have to go buy a super high-end commercial grade appliance to be able to accommodate that feature.

There are a lot of mid-grade products out there that will allow for that. It’s a good way to offset the cost and incorporate a much nicer looking kitchen.”

Tingen adds stainless steel appliances have changed in one way, and it may have something to do with the re-emergence of our interest in cooking. Basically, we want to cook like the pros; many consumers are favoring stainless steel appliances with a commercial-kitchen look. “It started with the True Professional appliances and has now entered a new era with lower-end appliances,” Tingen says.

Walker says most of his clients opt for the standard cook top and double oven package, but with more upgrades, such as convection ovens and microwaves. “This is particularly true with remodeling projects where people are definitely looking at more functionality,” he says.

The Upadhyaya kitchen has stainless steel appliances, range hood and a hands-free Delta faucet; it all coordinates with the backsplash – tile with a metallic finish.

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Over-cabinet lighting is becoming just as popular as undercabinet lighting, providing both functionality and ambience. Next photo: This contemporary fixture takes the place of a more traditional chandelier.

All that and a Sabbath mode But the biggest shift in today’s appliances, says Powell, isn’t looks. It’s, well, everything else.

Remember when a fridge was just a fridge? Sure, maybe you could go crazy and order one in avocado, but they all came with ice trays and were pretty much the same size.

Automatic icemakers were revolutionary. Ice and water in the door followed, and it’s been a festival of amenities ever since.

These days, refrigerators are specially made to house the frozen pizzas we like to keep on hand. They’re outfitted with special doors that provide easy access to eggs and milk. Want your freezer on the bottom? You got it. French doors? No problem. Built-in television? But of course!

And what about dishwashers and ovens? Double ovens and convection ovens encourage us to cook more and cook fast. And the dishwasher folks are listening, too. There are finally top racks that hold extra tall glasses and bottles, per our request.

“There are all kinds of bells and whistles on appliances today. For example, did you know many refrigerators come with a Sabbath mode, which can put the refrigerator on sleep mode from Friday night to Saturday night in accordance to Jewish custom? The mode conserves energy and halts light and timer activity.

On the other hand, there are some things the industry has tried to implement that consumers just aren’t ready for, says Dave Herbert, district sales manager for Eastern Marketing Corporation, which represents Kitchen & Bath Galleries. “You don’t see so much of the touch screen video technology anymore,” says Herbert, who had a 25-year career at Whirlpool. “We made a lot of attempts to try to do Internet integration so you could have your refrigerator place an order at the grocery store; the population just wasn’t ready for that yet, and I still don’t think they’re ready for it.”

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Terry and Carol Poythress, the owners of Poythress Homes worked in conjunction with Kitchen & Bath Galleries to renovate and double the size of their kitchen. The additional space gave them the opportunity to create a focal point around their Wolf range with a mantle and unique lighting.

One of their favorite features are the exposed beams in the ceiling.

A crash course What’s the difference, really, between a high-end refrigerator and a low-end refrigerator?

“They will perform essentially the same basic function,” saysHerbert.

“What you’ll see in the higher priced products is generally a higher level of fit and finish. You’ll see advanced technologies for cooling systems, air flow and different types of internal environments for different types of foods. A lot of the additional cost is tied up in finding the right product that integrates into the whole design aspect of the kitchen.”

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Ventilation: “I can’t tell you how many people don’t think about this when they’re looking at houses, but where does that air ventilate to?” says Powell. “With many homes, it’s ventilated back into the houses.

We vent it outside the house. That takes the heat, the fumes, smoke and steam outside. To me that’s an important but overlooked feature.” Adds Tingen: “About 50 percent of our sales involve some sort of custom hood – wood or stone with a liner installed.”

Dishwashers: “They’re becoming a whole lot more water efficient now using sensors inside the dishwasher to measure the dirt content of the water and adjusting cycle times and water consumption appropriately,” says Herbert. “There are a lot of different technologies for saving water in dishwashers now and making them a whole lot more efficient than they’ve ever been before.” (That could be due in part to new federal Energy Star regulations for dishwashers in 2012). caryliving.com | 59

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Below, a few examples of appliances and how they’re often classified in the industry, courtesy of Herbert.

Premium Luxury: Viking, Wolf, Thermador, Sub-Zero La Cornue Typical price range: $4,000 to $10,000+

Affordable luxury: Bosch, GE Monogram, Jenn-Air, KitchenAid, Bertazzoni, Dacor Typical price range: $2,000 to $4,000

Mass Brands: Whirlpool, Maytag, Kenmore, Amana, LG, GE, Samsung, Hotpoint Typical price range: $400 to $2,000

Induction cooking: “The newest re-introduction is electric induction and it seems to be making progress. It is far more efficient than other types of cooking,” says Tingen.

Adds Herbert: “It uses magnets to produce the energy that generates the heat. It requires cast-iron type cookware. The pan itself becomes the element by virtue of the way that it interrupts the magnetic attraction of the magnets underneath the cooktop.

It’s the most efficient method of cooking on the market today – more than electric or gas.”

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Lovely light Lighting has also changed over the decades. And it’s never been more important in the kitchen.

“Don’t cheap out on lighting,” says Chris Langstrand, owner of Carolina Home Repair & Remodeling, Inc. “You want to make sure it’s good quality. You also want to make sure you put in enough lighting. If you have a kitchen that’s not well-lit, it’s going to bother you forever.”

Langstrand says many of his clients are removing the big box lights in their kitchens and replacing them with recessed can lights. “They’re flush with the ceiling and you can position them in different areas to light up the entire kitchen.”

Another popular lighting element in the kitchen? Undercabinet lighting. “It’s for countertop lighting, but it’s also for aesthetics,” continues Langstrand, who’s currently working on a kitchen in Cary. “You can put them on dimmers; it gives the kitchen a little bit of ambience.”

Powell says the majority of his lighting budget is spent in the kitchen and surrounding areas. “It’s going to the breakfast nook fixture, the dining room fixture and the foyer fixture,” he says.

“An interior designer works directly with homeowners to pick things out.”

Aasheesh and Nandita Upadhyaya paid a lot of attention to lighting in their Bella Casa home, utilizing both recessed, overcabinet and under-cabinet lighting. In fact, the under-cabinet

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Red and white glass curlicues make this the most unique light fixture in the Upadhyaya home.

lighting was recessed into the bottom of the cabinet, something the couple requested.

Tim Bevacqua, field superintendent for JVI Construction, was in charge of the Upadhyaya project. To properly recess the lights into the cabinet, the crew simply added an extra shelf on top of the bottom piece to conceal the wiring and hardware. “I worked with the cabinet installer. He was a true craftsman and didn’t mind doing the extra steps,” says Bevacqua.

Throughout the house, the couple chose contemporary Dacor light switches, which are activated with a gentle push, instead of a flip. There are also several sets of light sconces in bedrooms and bathrooms, a great way to add interest.

Two other neat lighting features are also in the master bedroom. The first is a switch right by the bed that activates all of the outdoor floodlights for security purposes. The second is a switch inside the master closet that turns off all the holiday lights – trees, candles, outdoor lights, everything.

“It’s a very popular thing,” says Bevacqua. “It’s a dedicated receptacle. It costs a couple hundred dollars.”

But perhaps the crowning glory of fixtures, which deserves a mention even though it’s not in the kitchen, is a spiky red and white glass fixture in the upstairs hallway. There’s one of a similar style in the foyer, but it’s clear glass.

“We wanted plenty of lighting in the house without too many fixtures,” says Aasheesh. “Recessed lighting was the answer in the kitchen. We focused on funky fixtures in some of the areas such as the foyer and then went a little modern on bathroom and vanity fixtures including mirrors.”

Nandita and Aasheesh credit Bevacqua with helping them create their new home.

“He’s been phenomenal throughout the building process, providing insightful comments and even overriding some of our decisions based on what he thought would result in a better outcome,” says Aasheesh. “Every little detail was debated for cost, style and functionality, but we are extremely pleased with the outcome.” caryliving.com | 61

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HUNGRY FOR MORE? When Cary Living published its recent article about locally found ethnic eats, there was something to savor: readers had a definite taste for global flavor. For all you foodies out there, consider this a second helping of restaurant ideas that are close to home, but offer food from around the world. From Mongolian to Italian and Greek to Bolivian, there’s something for everyone. caryliving.com | 65

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The Great Mongolian Grill RestauranT If you crave a create-your-own fresh meal, but aren’t in the mood to clean and chop a multitude of ingredients, Cary has a new eatery for you. Step away from the cutting board, and into The Great Mongolian Grill Restaurant.

For those wondering about the process, here’s how it works: diners visit the food bar to make their selections. A larger bowl is used for raw veggies, such as shredded zucchini, carrots, onions, mushrooms, sprouts and green peppers. Noodles and fruit are popular additions, too.

For a hint of sweetness, think pineapple. A smaller bowl is used for protein, such as chicken, shrimp, crab meat, beef, pork and tofu.

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At The Great Mongolian Grill, diners select the raw veggies, protein and sauce. A griller cooks the creation and a server delivers the steaming meal to the table.

sesame mushroom. Make the dish as mild or spicy as you like by selecting the appropriate pepper stick (check the menu for an easy guide), and deliver your bowls to a griller.

There’s no need to stand around and wait for it to be ready, however. Your server will deliver the meal to your table, leaving time for easy conversation inside the comfortable but contemporary dining room. Another perk of The Great is that meal combinations seem endless since diners can make multiple trips to the grill, selecting different ingredients each time or having a second helping of their favorite dishes. For a certain ethnic feel, The Great offers sake and plum wine, as well as imported beers and Japanese Mochi ice cream. Think green tea ice cream wrapped in soft dough and sprinkled with powdered sugar.

While my noodle-chicken-veggie-rice concoction sizzled atop the big round grill, I was already imagining what sauce I’d pair with the shrimp. And when the dish arrived with steam escaping the red bowl, I couldn’t wait to twist the noodles around chopsticks. Sure, it was my creation. But The Great took all the work out of it. And that’s what I call delicious.

La Shish Greek & Lebanese Cafe La Shish is located inside a Cary shopping center, but it feels more like the inside of a friend’s cozy home. It was lovely to see fresh yellow flowers in small glass bud vases, antique furniture pieces, vintage pendant candle lighting, floral photographs

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From the artfully prepared hummus appetizer to the platter meal and baklava dessert, La Shish doesn’t disappoint those looking for Mediterranean and Lebanese fare.

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and delicate crystal chandeliers. A tiny sign by the register reads “Shalom, y’all,” a delightful nod at the blending of foods and cultures.

The atmosphere set a pleasant pace, and the food easily followed suit. We started with a hummus appetizer that was delicious and artfully arranged on a plate with olives at the center and red spice dashed across the top, served with pita bread. To sample a few different flavors, we opted to design our own platter with cool and flavorful tzatziki,

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Greek salad, tasty beef shawarma and moist chicken kabobs with green pepper.

At the rate things were going, we didn’t dare miss dessert. A serving of flaky and delicious baklava was plenty for two to share. And the rice pudding was topped with whipped cream and crushed walnuts. If you love Mediterranean and Lebanese food, this is a don’t-miss restaurant that’s also friendly for children, with kids’ menu selections, coloring books and crayons.

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Sarah’s Empanadas If you want to eat at Sarah’s Empanadas, you’ll have to clear your calendar for a weekday lunch. (It’s the only time it’s open.) But, no worries, the food is worthy of your midday break.

For 23 years, Sarah Quiroga has served up the warm, folded-dough pastries to a faithful North Carolina following anchored by college students and busy professionals from the Research Triangle Park.

Known primarily as a Spanish delicacy, empanadas are popular among the RTP lunch crowd.

Sarah’s Empanadas offers daily specials, desserts, soups and ethnic beverages, too.

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While the treats are originally from Spain, empanadas are common fare also in Peru, Argentina and Bolivia, where Quiroga was born and taught herself to cook. Today she has a simple recipe for her restaurant’s continued success: she only makes what she likes to eat. There are nine empanadas to choose from, such as chicken and cheese, as well as a daily non-empanada special for those looking for something different. The most ordered meal, she says, is two empanadas with rice and beans. Top it off with fresh salsa for a flavor that pleases.

To please health-conscious customers, Quiroga says that she bakes the empanadas rather than frying them. While frying is a more common method in other parts of the world, Quiroga prefers baking.

“My customers are American…they like it because they say it has no preservatives…[and] we make it and cook it on the premises,” she says. Gazpacho, a cold soup, is another customer favorite that’s liked for its made-from-scratch goodness.

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One thing we love about this lunch spot is that it doesn’t overlook dessert! The baked apple empanada with raisins was a perfect end to a midday meal. And it’s hard to forget a delicious churro – soft inside and crunchy outside with cinnamon sugar to spare. Unlike the empanadas, the churros, of course, are fried. But, hey, it’s dessert.

At Roma’s, diners will find pizza and Italian bread worthy of a sub. The bread, known for its hard crust and soft middle, is a favorite among patrons.

Roma’s Italian Lisa Hrehor was raised in an American-Italian family in upstate New York. “Yes,” she laughs when asked about it. “Sauce on the stove in the morning…and Sundays for family.”

Hrehor owns Roma’s Italian with her husband Mike. Together they operate the bakery, deli and catering business in downtown Cary. The restaurant opens in the morning as patrons come in for fresh-made bread and cookies. And things are busy by lunch, when customers line up for subs. There are more than 10 cold subs to pick from and about five hot subs, including the popular meatball and cheese steak subs. Cary Living sampled the Chicken Spiedie, consisting of cubed and marinated chicken served on Italian bread that’s the perfect mix of firm crust and soft middle. The Spiedie, an upstate New York favorite that’s beloved by area “transplants” and Cary natives alike, is worth a repeat visit to Roma’s.

Another top seller is Roma’s pizza, which is a rectangle shape, or sheet, rather than the traditional, round New York-style of pizza. What makes Roma’s pizza shine is its delectable crust that’s thicker than New York-style thin, but thinner than Sicilian. The delectable taste all starts with the homemade dough, explains Hrehor.

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1 Perfect for those cool mornings, head to school in this

Hartstrings navy pullover whale appliqued sweater vest, with blue, white and classic green shirt, navy pant and camel suede bucks by L’Amour. Available at Pattywhacks.

2 For those playdates this fall, you gotta love Haven Girl’s

L’amour black and pink tee paired with queen skort, black leggings by Country Kids, sequined purse by Party Bags, suede ballet slippers from L’amour and polka dot pinch clip from Wee Ones. Available at Pattywhacks.

3 For those cool fall days, this KC Parker charcoal sweater

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dress with knit rosettes is perfect paired with black suede ballet slippers from L’Amour, headband by Wee Ones and tights by Country Kids. Available at Pattywhacks.

4 Perfect for fall, this adorable Rabbitmoon outfit is just enough pink and ruffles to make any grandma ooh and ahh! Don’t forget to accessorize with a Wee Ones Mini Grograin clippie bow and Mudpie socks. Available at GreenPea Baby.

5 New for fall, Charlie Rockets long sleeve football tee

and pants paired with a Mudpie knit football cap and socks. This outfit is sure to be a touchdown with your little guy this fall season! Available at GreenPea Baby.

6 Soar to new heights this winter with Le Tops coveralls

and long sleeve tee set; for the colder days, bundle up with the Le Top bomber jacket. Available at GreenPea Baby.

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Study Smarter,

Not Longer!

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The study space should have good lighting and comfortable seating, but not too comfortable! Students should not use their bed or anything like a beanbag chair for studying. It’s too easy to take a nap. Set up a designated area.

Make sure the desk area is large enough for studying. A rule of thumb is that the desk should accommodate a three-ring binder plus an open textbook.

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School is in and that means homework!

Here are 10 great study tips to get your kids on track for a great year.

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Have supplies handy. Paper, pencils, calculator, folders, etc.

This will eliminate the distraction of getting up and down.

Power down! Turn off all the electronics while studying. All of it – the TV, the iPod, the laptop, and yes, the phone too.

Our brains can’t learn if constantly interrupted.

Study at least an hour a day, even if you don’t have homework. Review notes, make up self tests, re-read chapters.

This can significantly reduce the amount of time it takes to study for a test!

If there are focus issues, try using a timer. Set it for a tolerable length of study time, then set it for a suitable amount of break time. Rinse and repeat! Adjust the length of the study time appropriately to the age of the student. Younger children might tolerate only 10-15 minutes of study time. High school students may be able to study 45 minutes before needing a break, but let 45 minutes be a maximum followed by a short break.

Parents can help by monitoring homework and school project assignments. Keep track of the assignments being made and see that they’re being completed and turned in.

Keep your study space organized by taking two-three minutes before studying each day to straighten up, file, and throw out what isn’t needed.

Be dedicated to the use of a homework planner. Write everything down and refer to your planner often.

Study at the same time each day if possible. First, however, figure out what part of the day works best for you.

After a long day in school, some students might require some down time before studying. Others may be eager to get studying out of the way and prefer to tackle it as soon as they get home. Figure out when you’re most productive and study at that time every day.

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pie’s the limit RECIPES BY CHEF MARIO COPY BY DARCY BRENNAN-HUANTE PHOTOGRAPHY BY APRIL MANESS PHOTOGRAPHY

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BLACK AND BLUEBERRY CRISP 16 Servings Ingredients 2 ½ cups blackberries 2 ½ cups blueberries 4 Tbsp sugar 2 cups flour 2 cups rolled oats 1 ½ cups brown sugar 1 tsp cinnamon 1 ½ cups butter, cut into chunks Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

In a large bowl, add the berries and toss with sugar, then set aside. In a different bowl, combine flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon and butter chunks. Mix with hands until crumbled.

In a large pie plate, place just over half of the crumble mixture and press into the pie plate. Add berries and then top with the rest of the crumble.

Place pie on a sheet pan, then bake in the oven for 30 to 40 minutes, or until bubbly and golden. Take out of the oven and allow to cool overnight before serving. This allows the sugar to set and the pie to become more firm.

CLASSIC CHERRY PIE Makes (1) 9-inch pie, 8-12 servings Ingredients 3 cups pitted cherries 1 ½ cups sugar 10 Tbsp cornstarch 2 Tbsp butter 1/4 tsp vanilla extract 1 pastry for double-crust pie Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Place the cherries, sugar and cornstarch in a medium-sized sauce pan. Raise heat slowly so cherries can absorb sugar water. Slowly bring the mixture to a boil, stirring the whole time. Reduce heat and simmer for 1 minute, or until the cherry mixture thickens, then stir in the butter and vanilla. Pour cherry mixture into the pie shell and cover with the top crust.

Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until pie crust is golden. Let sit overnight to set for best results.

CHEF MARIO’S CLASSIC PIE CRUST Makes (1) 9-inch pie crust Ingredients 1lb all-purpose flour 1cup olive oil ½ cup milk 2 tsp salt 2 pieces of parchment or wax paper Directions Place flour in large bowl, and using your fingers, make a well in the center. Then into the well, pour the oil, milk, and salt.

Using one finger, stir mixture until it comes together. Then use both hands to continue to mix until dough forms a ball.

Roll out dough between 2 pieces or parchment paper, then turn over and peel paper off of dough. The great thing about this easy crust is that you can move it around. So roll it, then flip it into the pan and fill with sweet or savory filling.

Top filling with the second half of the crust and crimp edges.

PASTRY FOR DOUBLE-CRUST PIE Makes (2) 9-inch pie crusts Ingredients 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp salt 1 cold stick of salted butter, diced small ¼ cup chilled vegetable shortening 4 to 6 Tbsp ice cold water ***Tip of the Day!*** Have everything cold: Mixing bowl, utensils, spoons, flour, butter and shortening. This helps the dough form more consistently.

Directions In a large bowl, mix flour and salt with a pastry blender. Cut butter into flour until it looks like sand. Sprinkle cold water in, just a little bit at a time. Toss with your hands (don’t try and form the dough yet) until all of the water is mixed in. Then bring it all together to form a ball. Cut ball in half then shape each half into a disk and wrap with plastic. Let the dough rest in the fridge for 30 minutes, then take out of the fridge and let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before rolling.

Roll out the dough on a lightly floured work area. Fold dough, pick up, and place on a pie plate. Fill with your favorite filling, then complete the process of rolling out the other half of the dough and place on the top of your filling. Tuck the edges together and crimp.

PICTURE PERFECT PUMPKIN PIE Makes (1) 9-inch pie, 8-12 servings Ingredients 1 15oz can pumpkin pie filling 1 14oz can sweetened condensed milk 2 eggs 1 Tbsp pumpkin pie spice 1 tsp salt 1 Chef Mario’s classic pie crust Directions Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

Whisk pumpkin, sweetened condensed milk, eggs, spice and salt in a bowl until smooth. Pour pumpkin mix into your 9-inch prepared Chef Mario’s recipe pie crust and bake for 15 minutes.

Reduce temperature and then bake 30-40 minutes or until golden and set. Allow pie to cool and enjoy!

If you have extra crust, roll it out, sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar and bake till golden for pie crust cookies!

APPLE-LICIOUS PIE Makes (1) 9-inch pie, 8-12 servings Ingredients 8 Granny Smith apples, peeled and sliced 1 cup sugar 3 Tbsp Flour 1 tsp cinnamon ¼ tsp nutmeg 4 Tbsp butter, cut into chunks 2 Chef Mario’s classic pie crusts Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Place apples in a large bowl and add sugar, flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Toss with your hands until well mixed. Place apples in one prepared Chef Mario’s recipe pie shell and dot with butter.

Cover with a second top crust and then tuck and crimp edges.

Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until golden brown. Allow to cool before serving, and feel free to top with whipped cream.

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INVOLVED in a CAR ACCIDENT?

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■ Make sure no one was injured, and if so, call an ambulance.

■ Call the police. Sometimes the party that you are in the accident with will not want to involve the police, and offer to pay for the damages, but this is a bad idea because people have a tendency to forget what happened later.

■ Call your insurance agency, or company.

■ If you have a camera, take photos of your damage, the other party’s damage, and any details of how the accident occurred.

■ If there is a witness, ask him to wait for the police.

■ If needed, when the police arrive, call a tow truck and have your car towed to the facility that will repair your car.

■ Your insurance company represents you, so they will determine whether you were negligent in the collision, or not.

■ If damages are paid by your insurance company, regardless if you are ticketed or not, your insurance rates will be affected.

■ Protecting your assets by carrying adequate Bodily and Property Damage Liability is crucial, as well as protecting your vehicle with collision coverage.

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Just when you thought you could take a break from financial drama, following the resolution of the debt ceiling issue, here comes Act 2: the downgrade of the U.S. long-term credit rating. As a citizen, you may be feeling frustrated. And as an investor, you might be getting worried. But is this concern really justified?

Certainly, it was news when Standard and Poors (S&P) lowered the U.S. longterm credit rating from AAA to AA+. This was, after all, the first time that the U.S. has lost its AAA status since its initial publication 70 years ago. Furthermore, S&P put a negative outlook on the rating, which means that further downgrades are possible. But despite these developments, there’s no reason to think that the sky is falling in on the investment world. Consider the following: “Downgrade” doesn’t mean default. Rating agencies such as S&P assign ratings to bonds to help investors measure credit risk – the chance that they won’t receive timely payments. The downgrade to AA+ just means that investors would be slightly less likely to receive future payments than if the bond had an AAA rating. This is far different from a default, which would result in investors not receiving current payments.

U.S. credit rating is still high quality. S&P didn’t change the U.S. government’s short-term credit rating, which applies to debt maturing in less than one year. Furthermore, even the long-term rating of AA+ is still considered high quality. Also, keep in mind that two other major rating agencies, Moody’s and Fitch, both affirmed their AAA rating on the U.S., although Moody’s has a negative outlook on its rating.

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Don’t Let the S&P Downgrade Deter You From Investing

By BONNIE FISCHER, aamS financial aDviSor | EDWarD JonES

DowngraDe was not a surPrise. Because the downgrade had been rumored for weeks, the financial markets may have already “priced in” some of the impact. While it’s possible that interest rates may rise, it’s also important to note that similar downgrades of other countries’ debt in the past have not resulted in significant rate jumps. As for the stock market – which was already volatile, partially due to the debt ceiling issue – the negative reaction we’ve seen to the downgrade will likely be short-term.

This downgrade should not be as calamitous as we’ve been led to believe.

Corporate profits, always a key driver of stock prices, are still strong, and with the market correction we’ve seen in the past couple of weeks, many quality stocks now appear to be more attractively priced – which means it may actually be a good time to look for investment opportunities that make sense for you, rather than heading to the “sidelines.”

In any case, you never want to overreact to any one piece of news. If you were to make big changes to your investment strategy, you’d likely incur fees and expenses – and, even more importantly, your portfolio might no longer be positioned to meet your long-term goals. You’re much better off by sticking with a strategy that’s based on your individual needs, risk tolerance and time horizon. This can be challenging, especially in light of the screaming headlines.

But remember, although past performance isn’t indicative of future results, the U.S. financial markets have seen plenty of traumas in the past, and have survived – and usually, eventually prospered.

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Why Now May Be the Right Time to Choose a Retirement Community

By PATTY W. SCOTTEN | THE villagE aT BrooKWooD

These days, many retirees are waiting to sell their homes – reluctant to take that step in a down real estate market and make plans for the next phase of their life. However, this may not be the best plan of action for your health – or for your finances. Take time to evaluate what the right choice is for you by considering several facts about seniors and the economic climate today.

the real estate marKet isn’t getting Better Many believe that we just need to wait it out, and the real estate market will recover to its pre-recession levels. Unfortunately, experts say that just isn’t realistic. On March 21st, 2011, Meredith Whitney, a financial analyst and frequent contributor to CNBC and other news outlets, stated: “Banks are resuming their foreclosure process, so you’ll see more property come on the market that will have a significant pressure on home prices. Home prices will be down another eight percent, 10 percent in the next 12 months.”

It is very unlikely that we will see real estate prices and home sales skyrocket like they did around 2006, and that does not mean you should just sit tight and hold onto your home – or that your home won’t sell. “Houses are selling – not for the same price they would have in 2006,” says senior living expert Rick Hunsicker, who visited at The Village at Brookwood at the end of June.

Just because a home won’t sell for what it would have in 2006, it doesn’t mean you are losing money if you sell now.

For many individuals who bought their homes years ago, home value prices are still on the expected rate of historic increase.

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when you’re tieD to a house, you haVe less control Seniors today want to have control of their lives, but it’s hard to have control when a significant portion of your money is tied up in your house, even when your house is paid off and you own it. For example, if you live i n a neighborhood where young families have lost a job and there are foreclosures, you cannot control the value of your house. Your house asset can be greatly impacted through no fault of your own.

Houses do not help you age successfully like a retirement community does. Successful aging occurs when seniors avoid disease, remain engaged with life, and maintain high cognitive and physical function, Hunsicker explained. With physical and cognitive programs for wellness, on site dining, social and volunteer programs, security features and on-site health care if needed, a retirement community offers much more than a house.

“People who live in retirement communities are more fit than those

examine these six areas to see what is the right lifestyle choice for you: 1. What’s your lifestyle like, and could it be better? Are you getting the most out of life? Are you doing the things you have to do or the things you want to do?

2. What’s your health and future health? Are you aging successfully, and what do you think your situation will be in five or 10 years?

3. What do you need to do to remain as fit as you can?

4. What about your security situation? What would happen if you fell in your bathroom during the middle of the night?

5. What about socialization? Do you have opportunities to be involved with other people through such things as volunteer work or social activities?

6. What is your financial situation?

who do not because it’s right down the hall,” Hunsicker said.

The socialization of a retirement community also has important health benefits. “Research shows it has an effect on your immune system, blood pressure, brain health and memory, amount of physical activity, depression, nutrition and relationships,” Hunsicker said.

DemanD for retirement communities may outPace suPPly in a few years

to have to choose from in the next three to five years.”

“A lot of seniors would say, ‘the economy’s too bad right now, it’s not a good time to move,’ whereas I would say, ‘if you want a good selection and a better price, you’ll get it now as opposed to later; when these fill up you won’t have as much to choose from, and you may pay a higher price.”

Seniors today have many options for retirement living that will allow them

New construction of senior living housing is way down. “It’s unlikely

to gain a greater degree of control over their lives and lead to a more satisfying

that you will see many brand new retirement communities opening up

lifestyle. Consider taking advantage of the opportunities that are available to

in the next three to five years,” Hunsicker said. “The current retirement

you to enhance your lifestyle today and assure yourself against those unforeseen

communities that are open today … are probably what you are going

circumstance that may be a part of your future.

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want to know?

By Dr. Elizabeth E. Campbell, M.D. | Cancer centers of NOrth carolina We live in the information age. And knowledge is power. Right?

Including a variety of other factors in this assessment, a physician can

Fifteen years ago, researchers discovered two genes in the human body

then determine, after extensive discussion and counseling, whether to recom-

that indicated a link to some forms of inherited breast cancer: BRCA (breast

mend genetic testing, increased and more focused screening, medications

cancer) I and BRCA II.

and/or other management options.

The genes belong to a class called tumor suppressors. If either of these

Physicians review with individuals contemplating genetic testing the

genes had a mutation, the gene might fail to produce the protein that is one

implications of such testing – both for the patient and his or her family mem-

of the body’s many mechanisms for inhibiting the production or proliferation

bers. It’s only after this careful discussion, with a full understanding of the

of abnormal cells that go haywire and start multiplying like mad. Eliminate the

significance of what the results can and cannot predict, that genetic testing is

production of bad cells or prevent them from reproducing, and the tumor is

undertaken. The process itself is quite simple and involves only a simple blood

suppressed. Cancer stopped before it starts.

draw or mouth swab. Results are back in two to three weeks.

There’s now a blood test to reveal whether or not a person has a mutation

But if you’re a little uncertain about the whole subject of genetic testing

on either of these genes and, therefore, an increased risk of developing breast

– what it means, what happens afterward – it’s understandable. After all, it is a

cancer and other types of cancers, particularly ovarian and, to a lesser degree,

fairly new development.

pancreatic and a few other cancers.

But would you really want to know if you have a gene abnormality?

Maybe ignorance is bliss.

Knowledge really is power, especially in this case. Cancer Centers of

First things first: Genetics does not trump all. In fact, according to the American Cancer Society, 85 percent of all breast cancer cases are not a result of family history. Most cancers, really, are the perfect terrible storm – a combination of genetic, lifestyle and acquired factors that cause abnormal cells to grow.

North Carolina uses the information to assess risk and map out a treatment

History has shown, however, that every nugget we discover simply adds

plan specific to each patient, first by careful review of an individual’s personal

to a more complete picture of the cancer puzzle – what causes it and how

and family history, including the age at which certain malignancies may have

to cure it. If you do fall into a high-risk category, it’s wise to consider genetic

developed in a person’s family or in that person, as well as the specifics of the

counseling; you may or may not be an appropriate individual for actual genetic

tumor type and subtype diagnosed.

testing, but in the absence of that counseling, you may never know.

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In many cases, testing allows us to be defensive and aggressive, if necessary, or to simply be more vigilant in monitoring and screening, with accelerated frequency of screening studies or more advanced technology. For example, women who carry a BRCA abnormality are often more effectively monitored with breast MRI instead of simple screening mammograms and may benefit as well from special ultrasound studies of their ovaries. Some women with these abnormalities may opt for preventative mastectomies. Insurance coverage of these more intense screening or surgical options is usually not an issue in the presence of a known genetic abnormality.

In other cases, results of genetic counseling or genetic testing might cue a patient to simply change her lifestyle and habits. It might also bring a cautionary sense of relief.

To be clear, a normal result means only that the patient doesn’t have the gene mutation to blame for their early onset of breast cancer. So the patient doesn’t have what is currently believed to be the most heritable and best understood form of hereditary cancer.

Unfortunately, it does not mean a woman is completely out of the woods.

Keep in mind that there are things genetic testing won’t answer; there’s still a lot we don’t know about cancer. There are likely mutations that simply haven’t yet been discovered, and, certainly, not all forms of inherited breast or ovarian cancer can be explained, but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t use the information we do have.

Genetic counseling and screening lead to the same place: reduce and manage your risks. It’s just one more tool in the arsenal designed to beat cancer and get you on your way.

Counseling, before any potential testing, is a very big part of cancer risk management in high risk individuals or families, so don’t worry about being left alone to deal with these big decisions or test results. Experienced physicians and their staff will decipher results in language you can understand and help you with family issues and possible treatments or screenings. There is plenty of time for questions, and there are contact people within the office for additional educational sessions or questions. These are not minor issues, and you need to be comfortable before proceeding. It’s about your well-being.

So, genetic testing is not a cure-all. If you test positive, it’s not a guarantee you’ll develop breast cancer. And if you test negative, it’s not a guarantee you won’t get breast cancer.

Genetic counseling provides information you can use, and testing may be something appropriate for you or your family. Counseling can help determine what is best for you and can give you and those you love a lifelong advantage. Most importantly, counseling ensures the creation of the very best plan for you.

CONSIDER GENETIC TESTING IF YOU HAVE: For women who are not of Ashkenazi Jewish descent: • two first-degree relatives (mother, daughter, or sister) diagnosed with breast cancer, one of whom was diagnosed at age 50 or younger; • three or more first-degree or second-degree (grandmother or aunt) relatives diagnosed with breast cancer regardless of their age at diagnosis; • a combination of first- and second-degree relatives diagnosed with breast cancer and ovarian cancer (one cancer type per person); • a first-degree relative with cancer diagnosed in both breasts (bilateral breast cancer); • a combination of two or more first- or second-degree relatives diagnosed with ovarian cancer regardless of age at diagnosis; • a first- or second-degree relative diagnosed with both breast and ovarian cancer regardless of age at diagnosis; and • breast cancer diagnosed in a male relative.

For women of Ashkenazi Jewish descent: • any first-degree relative diagnosed with breast or ovarian cancer; and • two second-degree relatives on the same side of the family diagnosed with breast or ovarian cancer.

From the National Cancer Institute at the National Institute of Health.

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sightings silpada preview On August 18th, ADORE Designer Resale Boutique, Raleigh, held a preview of the latest Silpada line with representatives offering specials on-site. Photo courtesy of www.GreenFlash-Productions.com.

C h a m b e r a rts ! g r a n d o p e n i ng Grace Li Wang, Lazy Daze official artist, touches up a final piece for grand opening of the Chambers Arts!, an interactive arts studio that opened on April 29th.

1st place winner Callista (Callie) Coulter won the first place prize for her starry decorations at the Bond Park 4th of July Parade in the park on July 4th.

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s a s sy b l o s s oM c e l e b r at e s 1 st b i rt h day On August 6th, Sassy Blossom celebrated their first birthday!

Guests enjoyed light refreshments as they shopped!

NEw location o pens On August 4th, Scout and Molly’s of Cary opened its doors in Stone Creek Village on the corner of High House and Davis.

preview the promanade On August 17th, Waverly Place invited the community out to preview the new Promenade at the intersection of Kildaire Farm Road and Tryon Road.

K r i sten’s Place Opens On August 3rd, Kristen Greczyn and Kim Brown celebrated the grand opening of Kristen’s Place at The Arboretum off Harrison Avenue! The new women’s clothing boutique is the sister store to Kristen’s Shoe Boutique.

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