Seasonal Living Magazine - Modern Parisian

SAVOIR FAIRE ENTERTAINING IN STYLE

PARIS CHIC MODERN ELEGANCE

M AG AZ I NE

MODERN PARISIAN MARY DOUGLAS DRYSDALE

An international design legend explains her inspiration, her perspective and how Paris influenced her as a designer.

INSIDE MAISON ET OBJET

Our market insider explores the trends found at one of the most important international tradeshows on the design calendar.

AUTUMN APÉRO

Get ready for an evening out in chic French style with cocktails and appetizers.

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NOTE FROM THE EDITOR... Paris conjures up so many wonderful memories for me, as I spent many years of my childhood spending sublime summers and autumns living in memorable France. I especially love Paris in the late fall, when the weather cools and the city explodes into a photogenic painting of every color imaginable. It's also less crowded at this time of year, making it easier to quickly get a sidewalk table at many of Paris' 4 and 5 star small cafes and restaurants (find a selection of them inside) and for visiting Paris's famous landmarks without having to wait in long lines.

Taking pictures at the Louvre, Notre Dame, the Eiffel Tower, and in Paris' famous gardens, Jardins du Luxembourg and Jardins des Tuileries, becomes a pleasure.

It's also the perfect season for comfortably entertaining outdoors and inside this issue, you will find 3 easy, delicious recipes to make, along with a special cocktail, to help you delight the taste buds of your guests.

Since Paris is so well known for its cuisine, we invited the past President of the National Kitchen and Bath Association, kitchen designer Maria Stapperfenne, who spent two weeks there exploring both Paris Design Week's events and the Maison & Objet show, to be our guest contributor for this issue. We hope you enjoy her fascinating trend report on page 11.

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In addition, Washington, DC based interior designer Mary Douglas Drysdale is our featured designer in this issue. Mary's design work has been featured on the covers of more national print magazines than any other designer in the USA (61 or so and counting) and we are honored to present you with a selection of her work here. Mary's work was highly influenced by living in Paris for 3 years, during the formative stage of her career, and we hope you enjoy our interview with her on page 9.

As always, thank you for reading and subscribing to Seasonal Living Magazine, and I look forward to your feedback at editor@seasonalliving.com

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PARIS EAT, STAY, DESIGN

FOOD

WARM HERBED OLIVES AND ALMONDS CHOCOLATE DIPPED FIGS WITH ROQUEFORT BACON WRAPPED BLUE CHEESE DATES

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PARIS

the instantly recognizable city of lights is calling. lose yourself among its cobblestone streets dotted with monuments, museums, bistros, and boutiques. discover a culturally diverse city that holds fast to tradition while embracing modernity. explore the history of this capital city and walk in the footsteps of generations who have come before you to fall in love... with each other, with someone new, or with the city itself.

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aris has long been at the forefront of architecture, art, food, and fashion. A visit here is a smorgasbord for the soul and has inspired people in every facet of life for centuries.

While generally considered a ‘big’ city, it is well concentrated and easy to navigate. Made of 20 districts or ‘arrondissements’, which are organized in a spiral, most major attractions are walkable and those that lie a bit outside of the ‘centre ville’ are easily accessible by the very efficient metro system. If you are staying for a week or more, consider buying a Navigo Decouverte Pass (about $30) for access to all Paris regions. Use your pass to visit areas outside of the normal tourist spots for a genuine Parisian experience.

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SEASONAL food

CHOCOLATE DIPPED FIGS WITH PISTACHIO AND ROQUEFORT CHEESE Sweet and savory... the perfect combination to start off your evening.

BACON WRAPPED BLUE CHEESE DATES Simple and delicious collide in a bite-sized starter.

WARM HERBED OLIVES AND ALMONDS Raise the bar with an unexpected twist on the standard olive.

GET THE RECIPES ON PAGE 14.

GE T T HE PA R T Y S TA R T E D In Paris, the apératif (or apéro in everyday terms) is a way of life. It's the beginning of a great dinner party or cocktails and appetizers before heading out for the evening.

It's not necessary to spend hours in the kitchen. The perfect apéro is a collection of small, easy to make nibbles and quality accompaniments such as fresh fruits, good cheeses, meats, and bread.

Things to consider: • Pick up a good assortment of charcuterie and cheese. For the cheese, consider at least one hard, one soft, and one blue.

• Olives - there's no wrong answer here, but for a unique spin try our recipe for warm, herbed olives and almonds.

• Your apéro is not complete without a baguette. Find the best one in town and buy it as fresh as possible.

• Have a variety of sweet and salty bites, or combine them into one appetizer.

• Make the occasion simple for your guests with bite-sized appetizers.

• Offer a fresh element with fruits, vegetables, and herbs.

• Prepare one signature drink for the occasion and supplement with a variety of wine options and beer.

Don't forget a few soft drinks for non-drinkers.

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FACADE DESIGN BY MARY DOUGLAS DRYSDALE Paris is a global reference for fine cuisine, fashion, art, culture… and interior design.

While we instinctively make a connection to Haussmannian style, Paris design has evolved over the decades to incorporate new trends with the sumptuous skeletons of its classical buildings. The soul of Paris design lies in its glorious rooms with tall ceilings, detailed moldings, and plenty of light. The heart is defined by chic refinement and the mastery of elegant subtlety. With the vast diversity of Paris, anything is possible when it comes to design. The magic is in the fine details and meticulous curation.

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DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT Mary Douglas Drysdale What started with romance led celebrated designer, Mary Douglas Drysdale, to fall for something else… Paris. Her early years living there informed her perspective and made an indelible impression on her work and her life.

Mary grew up in Charlottesville, VA. Her father, an attorney, was fascinated by architecture. Her mother created the good life through decorating, baking, and creating a wonderful home… right down to an extraordinary rock garden.

At the age of 19, Mary fell for a Parisian and boarded a plane for Paris for the summer.

Three years later, she was still there and felt that Paris had become ‘home’. However, it was time to return to the States... reluctantly. Nevertheless, returning to the US would never change the indelible impact Paris had made on Mary's aesthetic sensibility.

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One of the notable influences is evident in Mary's uncanny ability to utilize positive and negative space in her work to frame what she wants the viewer to see. Through this, she creates sublime moments of beauty where the eye can rest and the soul feels refreshed.

There is a clarity and integrity to Mary's work that is inspired by her travels, yes, but also by a fondness for 18th century American design.

photos by Susan Serra

As she stated, "In this period of American design, one person was very often responsible for everything from locating and siting the home, to desigining the architectural features, to selecting the finishes and furniture. This way of thinking, also prevalent in Parisian design, has had a profound impact on the sense of aesthetic cohesiveness that people often comment on when they see my work."

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INSIDE

by MARIA STAPPERFENNE

One of the top wholesale home and decor shows in the world, Maison et Objet, occurs twice per year in the heart of Paris. Our insider, Maria Stapperfenne, recently attended the Fall 2019 show and reports back here with her take on emerging trends. The show consists of seven halls filled with everything from smart gifts to children's items... housewares to fabrics... restaurant design ideas to outdoor kitchens and spaces. Each décor-related area pushes the applications of products and design to one's property lines with the latest in must-have looks.

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Manufacturers were anxious to promote their use of ‘green' materials or processes in their products. With environmental consciousness being the norm, items included the reuse of cork, plastics, juice pouches, bicycle and car tires, pull tabs from cans and building products that include shutters, windows and doors. There were vendors touting the benefits of glass and metal straws, a MILLENIA BAR set of reusable chopsticks that CHAIR slides into a spoon, and cleverly CLICK TO LEARN MORE designed reusable containers to bring your meals and needed accessories anywhere.

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Nature inspired indoor/outdoor living was a major trend in fabrics, lighting, furniture and window treatments. Showrooms with walls of live or artificial plants were seen everywhere. Work spaces were geared towards a feeling of zen and wellness, through incorporating rounded or arched shapes, pods, and materials that absorbed sound.

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COLOR & TEXTURE

Blues of all hues (but especially lavender!) were the color story of this show, with a strong cobalt blue taking center stage in many of the striking accent pieces that showcased the classicism trend that was also so prevalent. Paired with these blues was mustard yellow and other pops of color.

Yellow was still strong, as well as blush pink, but in a slightly different shade than we've seen in the past. The *in* fabric this year? Velvet! Velvet was everywhere on the show floor, in furnishings, clothing, gifts, decor and even kitchens!

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Artisinal sophistication in weaving, pottery and glasswork were on display everywhere. It was all about beautiful, elegant craftsmanship.

Many of the designers of these items come from famous and respected design houses and are crossing over into new home decor categories. Crystal, along with brushed, satin or polished GOLD defined luxe products including tableware, lighting, cabinet hardware, and accessories. Paired with velvet from the fabric trends, these items typified most high-style design spaces.

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RETRO-ACTIVE

What’s old is what’s new. Cookware is back to all metal. There was bluetooth connectivity for your listening pleasure but presenting itself in vintage style style radios or turntables.

Rattan, a sustainable material used for centuries, has been updated through collaborations with bold, young designers.

Bespoke luxury items are bringing the concept of HAND back into “handdesigned” and period items that were both opulent and comfortable when first designed, have been updated for a fresh new look.

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PARIS CHIC... INSIDE & OUT

Parisian interiors are so much more than high ceilings and crown moldings. Because of the age of many of the buildings, raw hewn beams, wall supports, and original, refinished wood floors are common and create a backdrop of natural elements. These elements make it easy to connect to the outdoors, which is essential as windows are frequently open in Paris due to the lack of air-conditioning.

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CHOCOLATE & BLEU CHEESE FIGS continued from page 4

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12 figs 4 oz. dark chocolate ¼ cup chopped pistachios 3 oz. Roquefort cheese

1.

Cut figs in half, vertically.

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3. Dip bottom half of figs in melted chocolate. Gently shake off excess.

4. Immediately sprinkle with chopped pistachios and set on a parchment lined baking sheet to harden/cool.

5. Make a small cavity in the center of the fig with a spoon and fill with Roquefort cheese.

6. Keep chilled until ready to serve.

BACON WRAPPED DATES

continued from page 4

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16 whole dates 4 oz. blue cheese (try gorgonzola) 8 slices bacon, cut in half

1.

Cook bacon to halfway done.

It should still be flexible. Drain grease on paper towels.

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2. Melt chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a simmering pot of water.

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2. Cut a slit along one long side of dates. Remove pit.

3. Fill cavity with blue cheese crumbles.

4. Wrap bacon strips around dates tightly and secure with a toothpick.

5. Bake at 375˚F for 7-9 minutes or until bacon is crispy and cheese is melty.

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3 tablespoons olive oil 8 cloves garlic 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary leaves 2 teaspoons fennel seeds 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1 cup Marcona almonds 2 cups Castelvetrano olives lemon zest Heat oil over medium heat in large skillet.

2. Add garlic and reduce heat to medium low. Cook, stirring occasionally until golden brown.

3. Add rosemary and fennel seed.

Cook for 2 minutes.

4. Add cumin seeds and pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute.

5. Add olives and almonds. Sauté, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.

6. Garnish with lemon zest. Serve warm.

WHITE FAUX NEGRONI continued from page 5

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1 ounce Suze 1 ounce white vermouth 4 ounces prosecco ice orange peel

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Add Suze and vermouth to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.

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3. Add prosecco and garnish with an orange peel twist.

6. Remove toothpicks after cooling if desired.

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