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As summer winds down and autumn’s busy schedules loom, gathering with friends always takes on greater urgency for me in August. Since we spend most of the summer in the mountains where the first signs of fall can be felt in mid-August, planning our get-togethers usually means dining al fresco on the front veranda or in the shade provided by nearby trees so we can enjoy cool breezes and

CHRISTY ROST beautiful sunsets. I love gatherings that feel relaxed and fun for guests but are easy for me — especially in the summer, so one of my go-to dining solutions is a charcuterie board.

Charcuterie boards come in all shapes and sizes. Last summer, when many of us were maintaining 6 feet of distance, I created individual charcuterie boards for each guest. They were such a success that I occasionally still use this approach.

A set of six oval wood boards intended to hold small, individual cast iron skillets were the perfect mini charcuterie boards. I turned them upside down and used the smooth surface of each board. On the other hand, a large charcuterie board always garners ooh’s and ah’s from my guests, whether served as a starter for a meal or as the meal itself.

Recently, I created a charcuterie board on a grand scale while filming a pilot for a new national television cooking show. The board was 24 by 16 inches and was filled with assorted hard and soft cheese wedges, slices of Genoa salami

(PHOTO: CHRISTY ROST)

and Soppressata arranged in overlapping patterns, and paper-thin slices of Prosciutto di Parma, which I draped loosely for an artistic effect.

Assorted Greek olives, clusters of red grapes, a small ramekin of sweet cornichon pickles, a small bowl of Dijon mustard for the meats and another of fig spread for the cheeses, thin slices of Cosmic Crisp apples that wound through the board without turning brown, and a selection of crackers and sliced baguette created an abundant, irresistible display big with wow factor. I designed this board as a starter for a crowd, but it could have served as a complete meal for a smaller group.

For everyday entertaining, I suggest a simple charcuterie board with no more than three or four cheese wedges, assorted crackers or thin slices of artisan bread arranged in an overlapping pattern, clusters of dates, grapes, nuts, prosciutto or another favorite charcuterie meat, small bowls of condiments, and a selection of olives. Arrange the board an hour before guests arrive, cover it with plastic wrap, and set it aside to allow the cheese to soften without drying out.

Charcuterie boards are becoming quite the rage, and they vary from savory to sweet, so if you haven’t tried this entertaining style, these final days of summer are an ideal time to experiment. It’s quick and easy for the host, and your guests will love every bite.

Cookbook author and PBS chef Christy Rost is a longtime resident of the Park Cities and Preston Hollow. Find her Celebrating Home 4-minute cooking videos at youtube.com/ChristyRostCooks and christyrost.com.

SAVORY CHARCUTERIE BOARD

Ingredients:

1 log chevre cheese, softened 1 wedge Humboldt Fog cheese, softened 1 wedge Irish cheddar cheese 1 wedge Roquefort or blue cheese 1 small round brie cheese, softened Pitted dates Greek or kalamata olives Red or green grapes, rinsed Salted or smoked almonds 4 ounces Prosciutto di Parma 1 small bowl fig spread or mango salsa

Directions:

One hour before serving, scatter the cheese selection on a large cutting board. Fill in spaces with clusters of dates, grapes, and almonds or other nuts. Lightly drape the prosciutto on the board, layering each slice to form an attractive pattern. Add assorted crackers, thin slices of baguette, and a small bowl of fig spread or mango salsa. Provide knives and cheese spreaders for each cheese selection, small forks for the olives and prosciutto, and a demitasse spoon for the fig spread. Cover the board with plastic wrap and set it aside until ready to serve.

Yield: 6 to 8 servings

How To Avoid Going To A Nursing Home In The Era of The Pandemic – Warning Signs & Now What To Do

By Leading Balance Expert, Dr. Jeffrey Guild, Physical Therapist

Are you worried about having to go to a nursing home because of a fall? Are you seeing your friends falling and losing independence and you want to act proactively? Are you worried about someone you love falling?

Here are some common WARNING SIGNS that falls may be creeping up and a SOLUTION to prevent it from happenings.

1. Furniture Walking: You may have seen people walking by touching furniture or walls as they walk. This is showing the legs are not being used like they should to balance the person. Using our hands to help us balance is not normal, and leads directly to falls.

2. Walking More Slowly: Seeing a loved one walk slower is not a part of age. IT IS A WARNING! Walking slower shows there is something wrong with the person’s balance. Also, we are PHYSICALLY less balanced when we walk slower.

3. Not Being Able To Walk & Talk At The

Same Time: Walking should not take much mental energy. If a person has to stop walking in order to talk to some-one, this is a sign that the brain cannot do either task well enough if done at the at the same time. Something is wrong!

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OBITUARY STANLEY MARCUS WRIGHT

Stanley Marcus Wright went to be with his Heavenly Father on May 22, 2022, after enduring complications due to heart surgery. Stan was a 05/23/1947- 05/22/2022 loving, kind, humorous husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle. Stan was born in Dallas, Texas, on May 23, 1947, to Blanche and Marcus Wright. Stan grew up with his brother, John, in Dallas, graduated from Hillcrest High School in 1965, and later went on to attend Texas Tech with a degree in Advertising. He met Laurie Teeple, and they were married less than a year later on December 11, 1971, and celebrated 50 “glorious” years of marriage this past December.

After a career that started at Xerox and later in real estate and the mortgage business, he retired over ten years ago and traveled the world with Laurie. Their love for travel and sharing stories with friends was one of Stan’s favorite activities. They are the proud parents of Stacy Wright Becker (Mike) and Wendy Marie Wright. One of the joys of Stan’s life was being Papa to his granddaughter Emma Marie Becker. As a father and grandfather, Stan was very active by coaching both daughters’ White Ponies soccer teams, driving both carpools at the same time in the Caprice Classic convertible, volunteering as an Indian Princess guide, and serving cafeteria duty at Hyer Elementary as a parent and later as a grandparent at University Park Elementary. He was active in the Hyer Dad’s club and helped get a yogurt machine for the school cafeteria. He never missed a soccer or volleyball game for his daughters or granddaughter. One of his great joys in life was seeing Emma perform on stage–singing, acting, and dancing.

Stan was an active community servant. He raised money for the YMCA for over 30 years and was awarded the Charles E. Seay Outstanding Leadership Award in 2005 for his distinguished service with the YMCA. He was the Rotary Club liaison for the North Texas Food Bank and helped coordinate activities for the Snider Plaza Tree Lighting and the Park Cities 4th of July Parade. He received three awards from the Rotary Club for Exemplary, Enthusiastic, and Outstanding service. Stan was an active member at Highland Park Presbyterian Church, ushering monthly, and was known for his quick wit and ever-present smile. He volunteered delivering food for Meals on Wheels and was a key contact to assist with last-minute deliveries. He loved to perform in the Junior League Ball, building many life-long friendships.

Stan enjoyed the outdoors and loved teaching his daughters and their friends how to water ski. In addition, he helped his daughters remodel and renovate their numerous houses over the years. He was known as one of the most outgoing, lovable people, always joking around with everyone. Stan loved to entertain, bartend, and organize get-togethers. Stan is loved by his family, friends, and the community within the Park Cities. The family requests that memorial gifts be made to the MD Anderson Cancer Center or the North Texas Food Bank in lieu of flowers.

English style has been making a comeback lately. I think it’s because English furniture is a little bit simpler than French or Italian-style furniture, so it mixes well with a modern home.

MARGARET CHAMBERS If you’re drawn to English style but are worried that incorporating it will date your interior design, you’ll be glad to know that an English-inspired home can still look very current.

In this article, I’ll give an overview of the key characteristics of English style and how I’ve successfully used English furniture and accessories in my projects.

Traditional English homes, whether cottages or manors, tend to be comfortable, warm, and inviting. The flooring is usually wood with rugs, especially oriental or sisal rugs. The window treatments could be drapes, curtains, or shades, but never blinds.

Even a relatively modern or transitional English-style home should be layered with antiques or traditional art to give a sense of history. That said, most designers are not using as many antiques as we did 10 or 20 years ago. Nowadays, I use English antiques as more of an accent, scattering them throughout the home.

One way to help an English-inspired room feel more current is to choose contemporary colors and simple draperies. For example, in one project with English antiques, I used an aqua paint color to make the room opportunity-10x7-bleeds.pdf 1 7/13/2022 12:10:58 PMfeel fresh.

English furniture is usually made with very dark wood, such as mahogany, and has less carving than French or Italian pieces. Another interesting thing to know is that the English liked as many reflective surfaces in their homes as possible to brighten things up. As a result, they used shiny finishes on both their wood furniture and their hardware, with the hardware often finished in shiny brass.

As far as accessories go, the English liked to use chinoiserie. Other accessories commonly seen in the traditional English home include needlepoint pillows, antique clocks, and oil paintings of family portraits, dogs, or horses.

Even if some today consider full-blown English interiors outdated, I still love to work with English furnishings and antiques. Balancing them with a modern or contemporary interior is a fun and rewarding challenge.

Margaret Chambers, a registered interior designer (RID) and member of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), leads Chambers Interiors and Associates. Her colleague Caitlin Crowley helped edit this column. Visit chambersinteriors.com/blog for more design advice.

VOCABULARY

Chinoiserie, a French word for “Chineseesque,” refers to European decorative art inspired by objects and stories brought back from the Middle East and Asia. It was most popular during the 1600s and 1700s. Although chinoiserie sounds like it should be primarily based on Chinese design, the style also owes its look to Indian, Persian, Korean, and Japanese art.

CLOCKWISE: Aqua paint helps this English antique-filled dining room seem light and airy instead of dark and dated. Traditional paintings featuring dogs and horses, especially in hunting scenes, are classic English style. English antiques are often made of dark woods with shiny finishes,

like these in a University Park home. (PHOTOS: MICHAEL

HUNTER. DESIGNS: MARGARET CHAMBERS)

LENTZ LANDSCAPE LIGHTING How Does Your Garden Glow?

(PHOTOS: CLARK CRENSHAW)

More and more homeowners are finding their favorite time to spend summer in their gardens is after sundown. With the addition of strategic outdoor lighting, gardens transform into additional living spaces, moonlit walking paths, and alfresco dining options.

Richard Lentz, president of Lentz Landscape Lighting, shares a few tips on enhancing your gardens with recreated “moonlight” and other outdoor lighting options. “Many of our customers spend quite a bit of money landscaping their properties with beautiful gardens,” says Lentz. “The problem is that investment literally disappears after dark,” he adds. With the placement of strategic outdoor lighting, homeowners can enjoy the beauty of their garden day and night while adding the benefit of increased security to the entire property.

Here are a few tips on night lighting your gardens from Richard Lentz: • Use soft perimeter lights along the pathways to create ambiance and provide additional safety lighting • Use a selection of warm accent lights throughout the garden to highlight artistic features like sculptures, birdbaths, fountains, and special groupings of foliage • Install dimmable down lights from inside the roof of an arbor, a gazebo, or a pavilion to set the mood for any event. • Hang strings of white lights or a weatherproof chandelier from a low bough of a large tree and set an outdoor dining table under it for entertaining alfresco-style. • Likewise, use outdoor lighting around settings of garden furniture to create additional “rooms” within your garden

For more information about landscape lighting for your garden, contact Richard Lentz @ 972-241-4259 or visit lentzlighting.com.

DAVE PERRY-MILLER REAL ESTATE

Rovinsky Offers Spacious Preston Hollow Home with Pool

This Mediterranean gem at 6622 Aberdeen Avenue (6622aberdeen.daveperrymiller.com) is listed by Kyle Rovinsky for $2,495,000. With 5 bedrooms and 6.2 baths in 6,715 sq. ft., it offers plenty of room to breathe, with easy overflow into the large backyard with heated pool.

The timeless architecture boasts multiple balconies, stone and wood floors, with gorgeous tile roofing. The open floor plans, expansive oversized windows, and vaulted ceilings make for an unforgettable entrance. The home two primary suites, one upstairs and the main downstairs with wardrobe closet, a sitting area, Jacuzzi tub and fully glass enclosed double shower.

Also featured is an exercise room, game room, study, open living areas and plenty of closet space. The gourmet kitchen is full of stainless steel Viking appliances, a large granite island, built-in refrigerator/freezer, large pantry, built-in warming drawer and microwave. The front entry drive leads to one- and two-car oversized garages with storage.

To schedule a showing, contact Rovinsky at 972-9898568 or kylerovinsky@daveperrymiller.com.

Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate (dpmre.com) is a division of the Ebby Halliday Companies, a Berkshire Hathaway affiliate, with four locations that specialize in Preston Hollow, Park Cities, North Dallas, Lakewood, East Dallas, Uptown, Kessler Park and Farm & Ranch properties.

BEACON HILL AT CEDAR CREEK LAKE

New Aquatic Center Grand Opening Coming Soon!

Life at Beacon Hill on Cedar Creek Lake is expanding as construction continues on phase 2 of our new 3-acre Aquatic Center. Residents and their guests will soon be relaxing at the pool, enjoying a state of the art spa, 2 large movie screens, an outdoor kitchen, pickle ball court, fire pit and more!

All of Beacon Hill’s featured amenities including the Marina Club, stocked 9-acre Lake Ava Rosetta and Nature Trails are accessible to the community’s residents as well as homesite lot owners who are in the home building process. If you would like to tour your future lake home location, call 903-498-LAKE (5253) or visit www. liveatbeaconhill.com. Beacon Hill is located at 12900 US Highway 175 in Kemp, Texas just 45 minutes from Dallas!

ALLIE BETH ALLMAN

Available in Exclusive Glen Abbey

Over the past two decades, the Glen Abbey neighborhood has become one of Dallas’s best-kept secrets.

This guarded and gated enclave, which borders on White Rock Creek and includes a nature preserve, features only a couple of dozen homes, each designed by awardwinning architects.

Owning a home here is a rare opportunity presented by some of the most experienced experts at Allie Beth Allman & Associates. Consider these currently available properties and remember that other exceptional listings can be found on a list of private offerings available only to the brokerage’s agents.

Lillie Young is marketing a grand estate, designed by Anton Korn, who built impressive Highland Park homes a century ago. The six-bedroom mansion at 23 Ash Bluff Lane features an entry with a fountain and gardens comparable to those of old Europe. The updated interior offers rooms filled with natural light.

Glen Abbey also presents an opportunity to build a masterpiece at 2 Abbey Woods Lane. Offered by Allie Beth Allman, the lot is near the clubhouse and Abbey Woods Park. An adjacent lot is also for sale, for a total of 1.2 acres.

Find the right home with the help of an Allie Beth Allman & Associates expert: https://www.alliebeth.com/associates/int.

ALLIE BETH ALLMAN

Allman Agents Lead in Highland Park Home Sales

Dreaming of owning a home in Highland Park? Want to live in a Highland Park estate where the schools rank consistently among the best in Texas?

Entrust the search to an expert at Allie Beth Allman & Associates, which this year again is leading all other residential real estate firms in buying and selling Highland Park homes, according to the Multiple Listing Service.

The classic, Tudor-style estate at 4209 Arcady Ave. on the prestigious French streets has been remodeled with magazineworthy interiors. Offered by Missy Kennedy Robinson, the four-bedroom home features a sleek, modern style inside its classic exterior.

Watch your friends swoon when you show off your new, contemporary-style home at 3414 Lindenwood Ave. Listed by Mellie Cline, the five-bedroom residence features elegance throughout, from its heavy, frosted-glass and steel-pivot front door to the wood flooring.

Carla Hollis is marketing a fourbedroom, Palladian-style home on a large lot at 3700 Normandy Ave. It has tall ceilings, hardwood flooring, spacious living areas and a three-car garage.

Jason Pate has found you the perfect three-bedroom home in Highland Park. The contemporary-style home at 4337 Southern Ave., close to Highland Park Village and Bradfield Elementary School, has an open floor plan with a large downstairs primary suite.

DAVE PERRY-MILLER REAL ESTATE

Hummel & Greenberg List HP Home with Pool in Prime Location

This contemporary Highland Park home on an active block near the Katy Trail and SMU, has 5 bedrooms and 4.1 baths in 4,576 sq. ft. Offered by Traci Hummel and Dana Greenberg for $2,895,000, 3109 Drexel Drive (3109drexel.daveperrymiller.com) boasts clean, crisp lines and reflects today’s lifestyle, inside and out.

The two-story entry leads to a living space awash in natural light with a coffered ceiling. Minimalists will love the sleek, white kitchen with gas cooktop, double Sub-Zero, built-in coffee, steam oven, large island and huge walk-in pantry.

The first floor owners’ retreat overlooks a heated pool and outdoor living area with kitchen. In the spa-like bath, enjoy the steam shower, jetted tub, long vanities and ample closet space. A large flex room upstairs with full bath is perfect for office, gaming, play or workout. Two bedrooms upstairs share a connecting bath, and the fourth bedroom is ensuite.

To schedule a showing, contact Hummel at 214-403-1109 / tracihummel@ daveperrymiller.com or Greenberg at 214.226-0400 / danagreenberg@ daveperrymiller.com.

Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate (dpmre. com) is a division of the Ebby Halliday Companies, a Berkshire Hathaway affiliate, with four locations that specialize in Preston Hollow, Park Cities, North Dallas, Lakewood, East Dallas, Uptown, Kessler Park and Farm & Ranch properties.

EBBY HALLIDAY

Ebby Offers Same Great Service in Oklahoma

Ebby Halliday Realtors has long been a household name in Texas, but did you know that “Ebby” has expanded into Oklahoma?

“We are so excited to be open for business in Oklahoma,” says President & CEO Chris Kelly. “Ebby clients benefit from knowledgeable, respected agents and a team of professionals dedicated to making buying or selling a home or property one convenient experience. While our skilled agents help them navigate the market, our core-services companies handle mortgage, insurance and title needs with the utmost care. We are thrilled to offer those looking to buy or sell in Oklahoma the same great service we are known for in Texas.”

Adds Kelly, “Whether it’s city living, farm & ranch, or recreational properties in popular areas such as Broken Bow that interest you, Ebby Halliday agents offer exceptional representation of your Oklahoma real estate needs.”

For more information about Ebby Halliday’s residential real estate services in Oklahoma and to search for your Oklahoma home, visit the award-winning ebby.com

ALLIE BETH ALLMAN

Find Your New Home in Preston Hollow This Summer

As summer marches on, are you beginning to think of finding a new home before school starts?

Lucky for you, the agents at Allie Beth Allman & Associates have announced beautiful new listings in Preston Hollow and the surrounding neighborhoods bordering some of the city’s premier private schools.

If you want a sophisticated home with all the bells and whistles, a property listed with Erin Mathews is sure to impress. Sitting at 6530 Glendora Ave., this Preston Hollow paradise includes six bedrooms, a kitchen with sought-after appliances like refrigerator drawers, and an outdoor living space with pool, spa, and outdoor grill.

A new construction at 6741 Prestonshire Lane is contemporary and move-in ready. The home’s façade welcomes you with a stylish mix of stone, wood and glass. Stepping inside, high ceilings and open spaces set the scene for displaying sizeable décor and artwork. Offered by Jill Long.

The L.A.-inspired modern, marketed by Lauren Savariego and Julie Haymann, displays high-end designer finishes everywhere you look. Indoor/outdoor living is also effortless at 7027 Desco Drive.

Find the right home with the help of an Allie Beth Allman & Associates real estate expert. Call an agent to see the luxury brokerage’s private list of homes on the market: https:// www.alliebeth.com/associates/int

ALLIE BETH ALLMAN Allie Beth Allman & Associates Lists Most Expensive Home in Texas

Continuing to lead in the sale of homes in Highland Park and University Park, Allie Beth Allman & Associates agents have brought to market two of the most expensive homes for sale in the Park Cities.

And one of them, 6915 Baltimore Drive, is currently the most expensive listing in Texas, according to the Multiple Listing Service.

Far-reaching buzz is especially true of 6915 Baltimore Drive, the subject of articles in Texas Monthly, The Real Deal and The Dallas Morning News. Designed by Richard Drummond Davis, the almost 24,000-square-foot residence began taking shape in Volk Estates in 2018. Much of the construction is complete, and it paints a picture of the lavish life you can lead here.

It all starts with the grand façade, looking like a fairytale manor from a faraway land, with its imported Bulgarian limestone and custom iron doors. Inside, the six-bedroom property’s wow factor multiplies – the oversized entry features dramatic panda marble, a sweeping double staircase, and a glamorous chandelier.

Learn more directly from Diana Stewart and Allie Beth Allman, who are marketing the home.

This is just a taste of the estates Allie Beth Allman & Associates agent have to offer. Connect with an agent to learn more: https://www.alliebeth.com/associates/int

ALLIE BETH ALLMAN URBAN

5335 Meaders Lane 6 Bedrooms | 6.2 Baths | 12,612 SqFt Offered For $9,135,000

landscape by Harold Leidner. Gourmet kitchen topped by a barrel brick ceiling is open to one of several family rooms. Custom Knotty Alderwood cabinetry with White Castle hardware provides storage. Two full-size SubZeros refrigerators, two Asko dishwashers, two gas Wolf ovens and warming drawer. Outdoor Kitchen equipped with a Wolfe outdoor grille and Subzero undercounter refrigerators, and electric screens. Resort like pool, cabana, turfed back yard, private guest house. Home is equipped with Geothermal HVAC and natural gas generator.

For more information please contact Kyle Crews (214) 538-1310.