Social Life - September 2018 - James C. Metzger

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JAMES C. METZGER CEO of The Whitmore Group

SEPTEMBER 2018

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Either it has the precision and speed of a Porsche transmission, or it doesn’t. Either it has legendary handling, or it doesn’t. Either it has an unmistakable engine note, or it doesn’t. Or in fewer words, either it is a Porsche, or it isn’t. Porsche. There is no substitute.

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PUBLISHER’S LETTER

Nothing quite compares to a Hamptons summer. I would say the same goes for autumn. Come September, the Hamptons transforms into a different but equally vibrant version of itself. Events continue without pause, often focusing on a creative community that may not shine as brightly in beach-going months as it deserves. October brings the annual Hamptons International Film Festival, where a mix of established and emerging artists show us their talents. The festival is a highly enjoyable experience.

Of course, there are the typical fall activities — apple picking, playing a round at Montauk Downs, or riding your bike through the less traveled Hamptons roads. But, out here, everything seems a little more special. Maybe it’s because eating a freshly picked apple while walking on a sun-drenched beach can’t be beat. In November and December, the Hamptons is still a great place to spend time with family for the holidays.

Back in the city, Fashion Week is right around the corner. Since fashion informs Hamptons culture in such a pivotal way, catching a show will always keep you in the know.

Manhattan offers endless possibilities for an active social life, but something about the Hamptons offers things I can’t describe in this letter. Trying to find out may define your life.

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

“To say it was a beautiful day would not begin to explain it. It was that day when the end of summer in-

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tersects perfectly with the start of fall.” – Ann Patchett Summer is a feeling you can carry with you all year round. The warmth and long days get cooler and shorter, but the memories stay with you. I always suggest taking notes as well as pictures.

So many now use Instagram as a type of diary or highlight reel of their lives, but there is something artificial about that if you ask me. You are at your most authentic when you are vulnerable and open. Put pen to paper and jot down your real thoughts, the lessons you learned, the challenges you helped yourself or others transcend. There is so much to learn and to live and to revisit. Who you are today isn’t who you will be a year from now. Of course your core stays the same, but, hopefully, you will evolve, and so it’s important to be able to revisit your thoughts from the past.

I think this time of year is wonderful. The closing of the summer season means fall is right around the corner and what’s more beautiful than leaves turning color. I know I’m excited for sweater weather and apple picking. And if you need a little more summer, it’s always summer somewhere! Just remember to enjoy your days and be grateful, and share that with all those around you. Thank you for being a part of our summer.

With love, Devorah

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It is hard to believe that it is time to say goodbye to another fabulous summer in the Hamptons. The silver lining is that these watches are perfect for helping you count down the hours until summer 2019!

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Premier 36mm 18k white gold Price upon request Harry Winston 701 Fifth Avenue 212.339.1000

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Serpenti Stainless steel and diamonds $8,800 Bulgari 555 Madison Avenue 646.367.7800

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Summer 2018 was one for the books! Celebrate the final days of fun in the sun by wearing pieces that complement that summer glow you worked on all season.

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These shops offer an array of items for any occasion.

Whether it ’s a walk on the beach or an evening painting the Hamptons red, these three shops know how to cater to your needs.

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HAVENS Havens is that perfect one-stop shop out East.

You can pick up the perfect book, a fresh new fragrance, and even a Chanel basketball for all of you super-chic sports fans.

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BEAUTYCOUNTER This Santa Monica-based skincare brand has a cute pop up out East. Beautycounter has banned from its products over 1,500 ingredients that are either harmful or questionable because they are linked to breast cancer, learning disabilities, and infertility. Get good clean products here.

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JAYSON HOME If you are looking for a fresh take on summer house furniture, look no further then Jayson Home. Head there for furniture, decorative items, and kitchen accessories your friends will admire.

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SULTAN OF STYLE PUSHING THE ENVELOPE, BARCELINO’S SHARAM SHAREI IS PASSIONATE, PRECISE, AND LOW-PROFILE By s. MiChElE Choi

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arcelino Continental Corp’s “In business, timing is everything, garments are artworks of color, and in the early ’80s the timing was texture, and print on rich fabrics, right.” Sharei saw the socio-ecoembodied with high-quality craftsnomic influence on fashion. “The manship and exceptional styling. ’80s, energized by stylish President The company’s founder and CEO, Reagan, brought the return of the Sharam Sharei, is a leading entresophisticated approach to clothing, preneur who created a renowned which reflected the 1930s era.” A fashion empire in San Francisco and shrewd businessman, Sharei saw the the Bay Area. Barcelino, a Europeanpopular demand for quality men’s driven fashion brand of 35 years, tailored clothing and forecasted the emphasizes connoisseur quality, trend to carry over into the ’90s. from sportswear to business wear to Sharei recognized the difference becocktail dresses and formal wear for tween fad, fashion, and style. “Fad gentlemen. People from all over the is here today and gone tomorrow. world come to shop at his five disFashion has more permanence, but tinctive Barcelino boutiques. Like a still with a beginning and a definite rare gem, the exclusive Barcelino deend to the trend. But style is persigns cannot be found anywhere else manent, withstands time, and that is Sharam Sharei, Founder and CEO because of their uniqueness, high what Barcelino’s focus is on—style.” quality, style, and value. “Seventy percent of what Barcelino Sharei reinforced the importance of self-packaging through sells is totally exclusive to Barcelino because they’re Barcelino fashion, a mode of self-expression from a marketing and preoriginal designs,” says Sharei. sentation standpoint. “In this country, the first rule of marketA multi-talented, detail-oriented, and discerning businessing is packaging. Clothing is the packaging of a person, which man with a BA in economics from the University of California, establishes his or her ultimate image. Whether we realize it or Berkeley and an MBA from Golden Gate University, Sharei not, we are marketing ourselves in one way or another. Regarddecided to incorporate his passion and artistic eye for Euroless of silhouette, Barcelino’s sartorial clothing is engineered pean fashion design into his creation of Barcelino. Sharei inito be so much more comfortable. That is the message we try tially expanded his knowledge of the fashion industry by taking to convey: that you don’t have to be sloppy to be comfortfashion, marketing, and design classes at New York University able; that you can look sexy and professional at the same time. and England’s Manchester School of Design. Sharei followed When you look good, you feel great. Our customer is a sophishis intuition that he was destined to start his own fashion busiticated, fashion-conscious person who prefers natural fibers ness. “I felt I had a choice to get into any business and I chose and classic, international styling over trendy or extremely conthe exciting world of fashion where I would never be bored.” servative looks. We offer an image that is refined and simple.

Indeed, his spot was marked by his insatiable passion for highClassic in tailoring design, and all in good taste. Our customers end European fashion, leading to the opening of his first find it very easy and fun to shop with us.”

Barcelino menswear boutique in the heart of San Francisco’s Barcelino designs are mostly manufactured in Italy and other Union Square, in the mid-1980s. Barcelino has since grown to parts of the Western world, including the United States and five San Francisco and Bay-area locations, including two worldCanada. Sharei travels to Milan, Italy, each season to attend class men’s stores as well as three uniquely designed women’s the famous Idea Biella Textile Exhibition, where the most imboutiques. In the spectacularly beautiful store in Sausalito, cliportant and highest-quality mills, such as Loro Piana and Zeents can watch sailboats from the third-floor salon filled with gna, show their seasonal offerings for the coming year. This is fabulously designed cocktail dresses and evening gowns. where it all starts for international designers and manufacturers.

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This important textile show propos- “Fad is here today and gone tomor- passed the two tests of style and quales the color tendencies and textures ity but fell short in value. He found for the year to come in the world of row. Fashion has more permanence, designer customers had to pay for fashion. The most important design- but still with a beginning and a defi- the hidden costs of royalties, adverers in the world get their inspirations tising, and promotion. That two-inch nite end to the trend. But style is per- designer label was an unnecessary and from this show.

The Director of Womenswear manent, withstands time, and that is costly premium passed on to conMitra Martin, Sharei’s daughter, is Today, designer labels do not what Barcelino’s focus is on—style.” sumers. his right-hand person at Barcelino. always mean exclusivity. In contrast, Mitra is especially talented in working with her father to finalBarcelino clothing represents a wonderful value. And there ize womenswear designs that are developed to be comfortable will always be a market for quality, style, and value. to wear, concentrating on the perfect fit to complement body Barcelino is about pushing the envelope, searching the lines, yet is elegantly rich and sexy to admiring eyes. world to select, design, and produce the finest international Barcelino is shopped by many repeat world travelers who apparel, going beyond the usual or normal limits by designing have access to the finest designer stores in the world, but often styles that are new and unique, in a way that it has never been choose Barcelino as their first stop when they come back to done before. the San Francisco and Bay area because they know they will find pleasing exclusivity. Sharei recognized designer labels did Barcelino not always measure up to his standards. Typically, those labels barcelino.com SocialLifeMagazine.com

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MEN THAT TREND

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nother summer season has gone by and the fall quickly awaits us. These items were carefully selected for the man who is looking to up his image game. Until next year, I wish you a beautiful journey.

TUMI ALPHA BRAVO SHEPPARD DELUXE BACKPACK This backpack is made of tough tech fabric with smooth leather trim that can withstand the rigors of travel. This spacious, well-organized backpack takes you from meetings across town to around the world. Its multitude of pockets keeps what you need most accessible right at your fingertips, while laptops and tablets are safely stored inside a softly padded sleeve within the main compartment.

An add-a-bag pass-through sleeve built into the breathable, mesh-padded back slides over luggage pull-handles when you want to take some weight off your shoulders while you’re crossing the concourse to your gate. $450, tumi.com

GUCCI AVEL WALLET This sleek Italian wallet is crafted from luxe calfskin leather and is the newest addition to the collection. Pairs well with jeans or a suit. $320, gucci.com

GUCCI INTERLOCKING-G CALFSKIN LEATHER BELT This beautifully grained calfskin leather beauty is fun to wear and pairs well with anything, whether you’re at a game, out to dinner and drinks, or work. Nice to be stylish at any age! $450, gucci.com

COLE HAAN SNEAKERS These stylish sneakers are made from Cole Haan’s signature Grand OS technology, making them an ultra-lightweight sport shoe that focuses on flexibility, cushioning, and effortless style. $150, colehaan.com Social Life

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By GrEGory DElliCarpini Jr.

Label Love Madonna perhaps said it best when she sang, “We are living in a material world and I am a material girl.� Brands flashing their labels on their collections were a major trend at the spring 2018 shows. From Gucci to Balmain, brands obsession with labels are here to stay! Get in on the trend and rock a bold Gucci print dress, or go for the subtler approach and rock a pale Versace tee-shirt.

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THE HOT LYSST By lyss stErn

Lyss Stern, the CEO and founder of DivaMoms.com — New York’s premier socializing network for moms and moms-to-be — shares her picks for Hamptons moms this month.

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FOR #DIVAMOMS drop moisturizing gel-cream. It will keep dry skin at bay all day with each weightless drop of cream. It’s so lightweight that it feels like you have nothing on—yet it plumps, nourishes, and hydrates skin with a triple hyaluronic acid complex and six natural super-foods, including antioxidant-rich echinacea honey. $45, farmacybeauty.com

FAB FEET Run into autumn with some amazing sneakers that will transition perfectly from pre- to post-Labor Day. FEIT’s runners are seamless, onepiece, handcrafted leather shoes that look like original running spikes.

The leather is vegetable-tanned, and the design features a tongue that is unified with the upper to create a folded paper bag effect. The natural materials make the shoe breathable and odorless, and the leather will mold to your foot over time. $540, feitdect.com

HIGH-END HAIR CARE After a summer in the sun, your hair could use a little healing. That’s why Briogeo’s scalp revival charcoal and peppermint oil cooling jelly conditioner is so great. It’s a scalpsoothing conditioner that calms, hydrates, and detoxifies the scalp while adding essential hydration to hair. A 366% increase in hydration was observed after a single use. It’s great if you have a dry, itchy, or flaky scalp. $36, sephora.com

SOFT SKIN Along with your hair, your skin has taken a beating this summer as well. To help repair it as you head into fall, use Farmacy’s honey

EYE ON THE PRIZE When you’re rundown and stressed out, it really shows on the delicate skin under your eyes. Be sure to arm yourself ahead of the school year with Hydro Cool firming eye gels by Skyn Iceland.

In just 10 minutes, this cooling gel-patch infuses skin with concentrated doses of soothing ingredients to help firm, de-puff, reduce premature wrinkling, and prevent future damage. Starts at $15, ulta.com

MASKED BEAUTY Unfortunately, summer is coming to an end, which means you’re headed back to a hectic schedule. But don’t let your business travel lead to a poor complexion. Instead, rely on the jet-lag mask from Summer Fridays. The hydrating mask turns your dull and dry skin into an uber-dewy masterpiece. $48, sephora.com Social Life

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FOR KIDS MOMAPPROVED MEALS And you thought meal delivery services were just for adults! Nurture Life is the first and only subscription meal-delivery service explicitly focused on children. It was created to serve time-pressed parents while meeting the evolving nutritional needs of growing kids. You can get fresh, organic, ready-to-eat meals delivered to your door. $35 (8 infant jars) to $119 (10 adolescent meals), nurturelife.com

ing the brush to the app, kids click on an introductory video of an evil character named Green Mold capturing the adorable Brush Monster.

There is only one way for kids to save Brush Monster: by following the app’s detailed instructions about where, when, and how to brush their teeth properly. $49, brushmon.com

CUTE CLOTHES Whether you need some adorable new autumn clothes for your tot or a pal’s, Old Navy has the cutest gift sets. It includes a graphic bodysuit with a “Love and Snuggles” graphic across the front, and snaps along the inseam for easy dressing and changing. It even comes in a display box, making gift-giving a cinch. $24.99, oldnavy.com

STYLISH STROLLER Help your kid make a statement with his first set of wheels. No, we’re not talking about a new car, but rather a chic stroller. The newly redesigned Stokke Xplory stroller just debuted and is already making a splash on the streets.

You can adjust its height to raise your child, encouraging eye-contact and feelings of security in those early months when they face you. Later, your confident and curious child can explore from a high perch. $1,149, nordstrom.com

BRUSH UP Let’s face it. Getting your kids to brush their teeth can be a battle. Luckily, there’s Brush Monster. It’s the first toothbrush education kit that utilizes augmented reality (AR) to keep kids 100% engaged while they brush and Bluetooth technology to monitor how well and where they’re brushing. After connect-

DAPPER DIAPER DUTY Just because it’s a diaper bag doesn’t mean it can’t be cute. The Draper James diaper bag is (almost) as adorable as your little one! It closes at the top and features a top handle and removable cross-body strap, so it’s incredibly versatile, plus it comes with a foldable changing mat—perfection. The floral Reese Witherspoon-approved pattern means no one will even know it’s not a purse. $125, draperjames.com

NOW THAT YOU’VE GOT ALL YOUR SUMMER NEEDS, IT’S TIME TO CHECK OUT THE HOT SPOTS!

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Recognized as the best place to get a locally grown meal, the Highway Restaurant, in East Hampton, is the definition of charming. Highway Restaurant’s menu changes with the season. Every meal is unique and represents the best food in the Hamptons available to the chef. With an emphasis on making guests feel cozy, the decor has a homemade feeling to it, yet chic.

On the best stretch of beach in all Montauk, Gurney’s Montauk is a Hamptons icon. Stay in a beachfront cottage, room, or suite and take in the last breathtaking views of summer. With five dining choices, you can keep it rustic or treat yourself to some well-deserved luxury.

Big Fleetwood Mac fan? See TUSK at the Suffolk Theater in Riverhead. Five incredible musicians create the band’s songs note for note at 8 pm on Saturday, September 1.

Say goodbye to summer with classic summer music.

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ACCESSORIES

By GrEGory DElliCarpini Jr.

White Out The arrival of Labor Day approaching doesn’t mean you have to pack away all of your whites!

Rock white through September and all fall. Shop some of these white accessories to keep your sleek and icy look fresh. Try a Givenchy bag with gold detailing or an ultra-chic Balenciaga white pump.

Fendi Pearl & Gold Choker Necklace $850

Givenchy White Medium GV Bucket Bag $2,295

Balenciaga White Leather Pumps $795

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Gucci White ‘Guccy’ Sega Logo Wallet $990

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Gianvito Rossi White Lace Boots $1,245

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BACK TO SCHOOL, BACK TO THE FUTURE By anthony MiChaEl EDITOR’S PICKS Late August and early September were always my favorite time of the year when I was a kid in the ’burbs. Why? Back to school shopping.

It was the time when my parents would splurge. That said, those were the days before the ’net. Hell, those were the days before The Gap, Banana Republic, and even decent outlets. They were the days of (I can barely type it . . . ) Chess King!

Those days are over, and so is the summer, so get online and binge like you’re going back to school with our 2018 top picks.

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V-Neck Undershirts, $75

Huichol Peyote 5.5” Swim Trunks, $98

Amalfi Lounge Short, $95

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THE ART OF ACCESSORIZING MASTERING THE FINISHING TOUCH

By Fallon harrinGton A Social Life editor shares her favorite picks to jazz up any outfit and stay fabulously accessorized.

Vessel Bags Signature 2.0 Tote vesselbags.com Perfect to take from day to night or seamlessly transition from business meetings to brunches, this elegant, everyday tote is the finishing touch to any outfit. Gorgeous, sophisticated, and feminine, this sleek design features a secure magnetic clasp, interior lining with zip pocket, keychain, interior organizational slip pockets, padded laptop sleeve, and more. $195

Bent & Bree Elysian Clutch bentandbree.com Bent & Bree is an eco-friendly and sustainable ultra-luxe brand of bags and accessories made of genuine cork. This beautifully crafted clutch in genuine textured cork has hints of embossed gold exposing intricate detailing. It’s our favorite planet-friendly accessory ever! $249

Furever Linked Pet-Themed Jewelry & Accessories Personalized Worry Stone Pet Key Ring fureverlinked.com Always make a statement with your accessories.

Share your love for your pet with handcrafted accessories that keep you and your pet close, at all times. We adore this sculpted worry stone, comforting to the touch with your pet’s image encased on the opposite side. $80-$90

Lise Libby Handcrafted Jewelry Aidan Bracelets liselibby.com We fell in love with these simple and elegant Aidan bracelets, which can be the perfect finishing touch on a casual jeans get-up or a gown. Adorn yourself with this stunning pearl stretch bracelet featuring a glittering gold druzy centerpiece. Wear alone or choose two other Lise Libby styles to wear on either side. $40 SocialLifeMagazine.com

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October 4, 2018; 7 pm New York City venue TBD Carrie Brudner is partnering with Social Life to present the First Annual Fitness NY Awards, a special event to honor leaders in the many facets of the fitness industry.

The event will be on Thursday, October 4, 2018, at 7 pm.

Details about an exclusive hotel venue will be announced later.

The event will begin with a red carpet, step & repeat, and press for the A-list winners and sponsors.

A cocktail party will be followed by an awards ceremony to honor the best of the best in the fitness industry.

Wilhelmina models will present awards to the recipients.

The event will be promoted by a NY PR firm.

To become a sponsor along with Pure Protein, Harmless Harvest, and Essentia Water, contact Carrie Brudner: carriebrudner@gmail.com

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Best Activewear Brand

David Kirsch David Kirsch Wellness Co Wellness Innovator

Anna Kaiser AKT

Top Female Celebrity Trainer

Carlos Leon Belleon Body

Top Male Celebrity Trainer

Topher DesPrés Wilhelmina, Sports + Fitness Division Fitness Visionary

Ruth Zukerman Flywheel Sports

Best Spin Workout

Jennifer Bandier Bandier Best Fitness Store

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“I don’t believe a woman has to choose between being one or the other. She can be strong and gentle, powerful and humble, fierce and kind,” says Ilana Kugel, the founder and creative director for Koral.

In 2014, she launched Koral’s first collection of edgy, feminine silhouettes made from a signature line of high-tech fabrics. Through a design-with-purpose approach, the lux-athleisure pieces balance technical innovation and iconic designs to fit the active lifestyle of today’s modern woman.

Koral’s appreciation for balance was inspired. Born and raised in Brazil, she studied art and design at the Universadade Anhembi Morumbi before moving to Los Angeles in 2006. Living in an ultra-health-centric city, she learned to balance productivity and wellness as her lifestyle evolved. When she shopped for workout gear, she found racks of ill-fitting leggings and sports bras that felt neither feminine nor fashionable.

“Living an extremely active lifestyle and being from Brazil where it is the norm for everyone to work out at the beach is what inspired my vision of a collection that merged swimwear and active wear,” Koral told mishbish.com.

Best Spin Workout Ruth Zukerman Flywheel Sports

A co-founder of SoulCycle and then Flywheel Sports, Zukerman is the author of Riding High: How I Kissed SoulCycle Goodbye, Co-Founded Flywheel, and Built the Life I Always Wanted.

It has been said that Ruth Zukerman has single-handedly changed the indoor cycling genre. As the creative director of Flywheel Sports, she has taken fitness to a whole new level. It all began in the early 1980s when she was offered a job teaching aerobics on the Upper West Side. Years later she was introduced to spin classes, whose physical and mental aspects appealed to her, and which she credits in helping her through a divorce. When her instructor moved away, she took up teaching at the Reebok gym, where she worked for six years.

By 2006, she had co-founded the wildly popular SoulCycle and then went on to open Flywheel Sports in 2010. What is the key to the success of her most recent business? Community. “By combining cycling with carefully curated music and setting up in a dimly lit room with exercise bikes positioned in a circle, Zukerman created the Flywheel experience,” writes ozy.com. “The intimate setting offers more than just a workout; it serves up a cycle-loving community.”

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David Kirsch David Kirsch Wellness Co David Kirsch, with over two decades of experience uncovering and harnessing the powerful connection between mind, body, and spirit, has become a leading authority on achieving optimal health and well-being at any age or fitness level.

David’s visionary and holistic approach to wellness, encompassing a disciplined exercise, nutrition and supplements regimen, is rooted in his philosophy of “sound mind, sound body” to achieve harmony of mind, body, and spirit.

Trusted by some of the world’s most visible celebrities and influencers, David is the man with whom many A-listers train when they need to get in shape fast.

David has appeared on numerous television shows to share his fitness and wellness expertise, including the Today show, E! and CNN World News, Dr. Oz, Live with Regis and Kelly and The View. Through his books, fitness DVDs, recipes, supplements, and more, David provides everyone access to the wellness regimen he has developed for some of the world’s most discerning clients. Additionally, as a single father of 4-year-old twin girls, he has expanded his wellness empire to include areas such as family and child fitness, nutrition, and wellness.

Best Fitness Store Jennifer Bandier BANDIER

Prior to launching her namesake boutique, Jennifer Bandier was an executive in the music industry, managing Grammy-winning bands like TLC. With a natural instinct for searching and discovering emerging talent and building global brands, she is now applying her passion to the fashion and fitness worlds.

After leaving the music industry, Bandier was spending a larger portion of her day being active. She tired of her fitness wardrobe and began sourcing fashion-forward, up-and-coming activewear lines from around the world. In 2014, Bandier launched her game-changing retail concept with her first store in Southampton. BANDIER is now five stores in top-tier luxury retail markets across the United States, complemented by a global e-commerce business.

In 2016, Jenn was nominated as one of Fast Company’s Most Creative People in the World. Under Jenn’s creative leadership, BANDIER was nominated as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies of the Year, alongside Nike as well as one of Marketing Week’s 100 Most Disruptive Brands. Most recently, BANDIER was nominated by Fashion Group International for a Rising Star Award in retail, recognized for an innovative, immersive, in-store retail experience.

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BEAUTY

By JEanEttE Zinno

Makeup Guide Nourish your post-summer skin and keep makeup simple with these fresh product picks.

GOT THE BLUES Keep the summer alive with Gucci’s gorgeous eye shadow quad in Ocean Rhapsody. The palette fuses vibrant hues with lavish textures designed to create a signature look, from a sophisticated smolder to a bold, statement eye. Saks Fifth Avenue, $65

CONCEALER Conceal, correct, and moisturize the eye area with Clé de Peau Beauté’s radiant corrector for eyes. The creamy concealer pen not only brightens the eye area, it also smoothes away the look of fine lines without settling or creasing. Neiman Marcus, $65

NATURAL BEAUTY Vapour’s Aura multi-use stick is an essential tool for creating your naturally radiant look, from monochromatic elegance to a fresh pop of color. The convenient stick ensures perfect application of pigment to lips, cheeks, and eyes with one easy swipe. vapourbeauty.com, $36

KISSABLE LIPS After a long hot summer, try Bodyography’s moisturizing lip gloss in French Kiss. The formula contains nourishing aloe vera extract that replenishes and hydrates lips for a prettier pout. bodyography.com, $17

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Manhattan Self-Care Spa Guide Keep the summer vibe alive as you head back to Manhattan with these relaxing spas that will revive your summer skin.

Bamford Haybarn Spa

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Indulge in a selection of holistic treatments, services, and classes meant to nurture the mind, body, and spirit, based on a heartfelt connection with nature, at the Bamford Haybarn Spa at 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge. Originally created by Carole Bamford in the English countryside, individually crafted treatments use specially formulated products from the Bamford body and skincare lines made from natural and organic ingredients certified to the highest standard. The Bamford signature treatment starts with a footbath, followed by shiatsu, meridian, and Swedish massage that penetrates muscles, while reflexology enhances energy throughout the body. bamfordhaybarnspany.com; 60 Furman Street, Brooklyn.

After a hot summer, visit Ling Spa’s Instant Lift Bar for an express facial. The detox & peel instantly detoxes, peels, and purifies your skin with a safe and natural malic-acid peel from organic apples to help exfoliate dead cells and impurities and decongest clogged pores. Ling’s detoxifying FIR (far infrared ray) energy penetrates the face and neck to instantly stimulate lymphatic drainage and dispel excess water retention. Your complexion will be dramatically cleaner, clearer, and appear healthier. lingspa.com; Upper West Side & Union Square.

CHILLHOUSE Chillhouse is a Downtown escape for city dwellers seeking a modern path to total relaxation. The spa includes a café, nail bar, and massage suites. Start with a manicure, designed to satisfy your upkeep while beautifying your digits. Whether that’s a shaping and hand massage or some editorial nail art, your hands will be left clean, primped, and ready for the world. Next, try one of the signature massages, including its 25-minute table massage that targets a specific area or the six signature services, including the Chill Pill, a massage that targets stress and the Stretch Armstrong, a massage that is designed to stretch the body. chillhouse.com; 149 Essex Street, Manhattan.

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NKD NYC NKD NYC is Manhattan’s luxury destination for cryotherapy, infrared LED light therapy, IV vitamin therapy, body sculpting, and aesthetics. The medical directors recommend combination therapy depending on your goals. Try Cryosense, a next-generation cryosauna, and the first unit to deliver both cryotherapy and heat in a single unit for a contrasting effect. NKDNYC also offers localized cryotherapy treatments to target a specific area, as well as a cryo facial, which helps with tightening, reducing inflammation, and brightening the complexion. nyknyc.com; 200 West 57th Street, Suite 308.

LUMARX PRO IPL SKIN BEAUTY SYSTEM As summer subsides and fall is knocking at our door, what better time to begin at-home laser hair removal. The LumaRx full-body hair removal device is a comprehensive system for safe, effective, at-home hair removal. FDA-cleared for use on body and female facial hair, this device permanently reduces hair in as little as three treatments! Nordstrom, $449

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DON’T STAND SO CLOSE TO ME: TREATING BAD BREATH

By JaCoB puCk

Dr. Steven Fox, one of the foremost authorities (and artisans) of veneers and prosthetics.

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his summer, Social Life has come to know Dr. Steven Fox, one of the foremost authorities (and artisans) of veneers and prosthetics. Having partnered with the U.S. government and the American Dental Association to develop many of the products used in oral care today, Dr. Fox is not only an expert in his office, but is also a leader in R&D—whether or not you’ve ever visited his practice, it’s likely that his work has touched your life.

His resume is stunningly impressive. When Dr. Fox was the chairman and CEO of Enamelon, Inc., his scientific advisory board included a Nobel Prize-winner in chemistry, the assistant U.S. surgeon general, and the dean of the Harvard School of Dental Medicine.

And then there’s Dr. Fox, himself. Dr. Fox is the only doctor in New York City who has served on the faculties of the Harvard School of Dental Medicine and the NYU School of Dentistry, served as an officer of Harvard University, and served on a tech board at the University of Pennsylvania. He is a leading expert on dentistry and is frequently tapped by every form of media for his knowledge and opinions.

This month we tapped Dr. Fox for his opinion on a silent killer: chronic bad breath and bleeding gums. What we learned is that they might be symptoms of something else that could be very wrong, or could become much worse.

“It’s entirely possible that the bacteria in the mouth can have

a very negative effect on the body, including stroke, heart attack, six types of cancer, dementia, and arthritis,” says Dr. Fox. “There can also be periodontal conditions and bone levels can decrease. If you have diabetes, the bacteria can make it worse, and diabetes can make the bacteria worse! People should really pay attention to this.”

We wanted to know more.

What is your role in reducing or eliminating bad breath?

First, I check a person’s bacteria level by examining a sample of bacteria under a special-phase contrast microscope to view the density of harmful bacteria. Then, I treat bad breath with instruments and medication to create a normal balance of bacteria so patients don’t end up with problems potentially much worse than a foul odor. Bad breath is an indication that there may be something going on in the mouth that could lead to larger problems, so we want to get rid of it!

What about bleeding gums?

It’s the same thing: bleeding gums are caused by high concentrations of bacteria, and when it gets into the blood stream it can cause a whole host of problems. Our goal is to prevent that.

It’s hard to tell someone they have bad breath.

It can be for a layperson, yes. But if you detect it with someone, you should say something. Avoiding it could lead to significant health risks, or other risks. I don’t mind saying that I’ve saved jobs and relationships.

Is it possible that someone simply has chronic bad breath and no other underlying problem?

Generally, no. There’s something going on in there, and that’s where I come in. If I can’t immediately identify the issue, then I will recommend a specialist such as a gastroenterologist.

What’s the good news?

Very often with some dietary adjustments and oral treatment, we can get this resolved most of the time and stave off much worse problems down the road.

Dr. Steven Fox 40 Park Avenue drstevefox.com 212.953.1544 Social Life

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NOVA LIFT FOR A NON-SURGICAL FACE LIFT

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illiam Greenberg, M.D., is the founder of Youtherapy Medical, with locations on the Upper East Side and in Westchester. His practice specializes in non-surgical anti-aging and aesthetic treatments for the face and body. In this article, I will discuss one of Dr. Greenberg’s favorite choices to lift sagging and slack skin on the face or neck without the risks, downtime, and cost of facelift surgery. This procedure can both turn back the clock for older patients and stop it for younger ones.

NOVA THREADS FOR A NOVA LIFT Nova Lift threads are made from a well-tested synthetic material, polydioxanone (PDO). These safe, absorbable threads can immediately lift and smooth skin, but the process also promotes collagen production, which results in continued improvement as the threads dissolve over four to six months.

You have instant gratification as well as delayed gratification that continues for a couple of months. Results should last from 12 to 15 months. If necessary, this procedure is often combined with volumizing fillers when a loss of volume is also present, to create a more youthful look.

I know this is true because Dr. Greenberg treated me with this technology twice, two years apart. During my second, more recent treatment, I received the latest generation of this technology, which Dr. Greenberg says works even better than the first. Dr. Greenberg is, in fact, among the first physicians to be trained in this technology. He is not only a pioneer in its use, but he is also associated with its innovations, and he is a physician-teacher who instructs others in this technology’s best practices.

In less than an hour, Dr. Greenberg tightened my slack jaw line and eliminated my marionette lines (those vertical lines that descended from the corners of my mouth). I actually first went to him expecting a filler for those lines, but Dr. Greenberg said he could offer me something better and longer-lasting. And he did—and more!

HOW IT WORKS Dr. Greenberg studied my face, pulling my skin this way and that to determine the exact direction the threads should follow for the optimal result. Next, he drew lines on my face that mapped where he’d route the actual threads under my skin. Then he gave me a few quick shots to numb my facial tissues (much like the dentist does before a procedure). Dr. Greenberg has a range of threads to choose from (various lengths and gauges; smooth or barbed), which are pre-loaded onto a thin needle. For me, Dr. Greenberg chose six, 4-inch, 18-gauge, barbed threads—three for each side of my face. Starting on the lower part of my face, in front of my ear, he injected the thread downward toward my chin. As he removed the needle, the barbed thread gripped my tissue just below the surface of my skin, enabling Dr. Greenberg to reposition my skin upward and outward. He did this two more times, each time a little closer to my jaw. Then he did the same on the other side.

He also injected a few short threads vertically, around my jaw, to promote collagen production. And that was that. My face was a bit sore that night and in the morning, but Advil was all I needed. Dr. Greenberg asks a patient to return in two months at no extra cost for a couple of extra touch-up threads, which Dr. Greenberg says helps prolong the lift.

Dr. Greenberg’s practice is warm and welcoming. He and his staff never make you feel rushed. You also won’t be pressured into procedures or treatments or steered toward buying any of the potions and cosmeceuticals, including Youtherapy Medical proprietary products, which are displayed in the chic lounge.

William Greenberg, M.D. (see him on YouTube) youtherapymedical.com 238 East 77th Street 15 Popham Road, Scarsdale 212.257.9873 914.574.2709 BEFORE & AFTER

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GETTING PERSONAL WITH DR . RAMIN TABIB, NYC SMILE DESIGN

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hat’s the definition of a perfect smile? How has technology changed dentistry? And, why would Dr. Ramin Tabib, one of Manhattan’s most renowned cosmetic dentists, ever want to pursue a career as a short order cook? As Social Life wraps another season, we had one more conversation with Dr. Tabib for the 411 on some technical as well as some personal reflections.

How has cosmetic dentistry changed from when you began your practice?

For one thing, there have been tremendous advances in how we bond porcelain veneers and crowns to teeth. We can now create a much stronger bond, which increases longevity and also allows for minimal preparation of teeth. Additionally, there have been advances in the strength of porcelains as well as in making them more realistic and lifelike. There has been a consumer- as well as dentist-driven push to make cosmetic dentistry more natural and, at the same time, more beautiful.

To what do you attribute the change?

Rapidly evolving technology. While it has allowed us to find exciting new solutions to our patients’ needs, it has also required us to be vigilant in responding to an excess of fads: to thoughtfully evaluate procedures before jumping the gun. Dentistry is benefiting enormously from digital technology and automation. For instance, we now can see X-rays of teeth in three dimensions for better diagnosis. And we are able to scan teeth quickly and accurately instead of having to fill the mouth with goopy material to make an impression.

One of the keys to your success is your collaboration with your wife, Dr. Elisa Mello. Do you ever disagree about anything?

I’m not sure I’d call it disagreement—it’s more like having differences of opinion. We have complementary strengths in dentistry and complementary personalities; they lead us naturally to look at issues from different points of view, and help us form broader, more thorough opinions. This has proven to be most valuable, leading to the best possible results for our patients.

What is your definition of a perfect smile?

The perfect smile is unique to each patient, complementing their face and natural expression. It should add light to the face, but not be so bright that it’s the only thing you see. A perfect smile should not walk into a room before the person does. You want to enhance the facial features and expressions, to harmonize with them, but not to overshadow the whole picture.

What is the most important thing someone can do to maintain a great smile besides brushing and flossing regularly?

Have regular checkups and professional cleanings and —equally important—maintain a diet that promotes dental health and makes teeth resistant to decay. Stay away from sodas and sports drinks (particularly those containing sugar). They are extremely acidic and will melt away the enamel of the teeth over time.

If you hadn’t become a dentist, what would you be?

I’d probably be looking for a career where I could express my creativity. I was always fascinated by architecture, and also love comedy and cooking. So maybe a short order cook. A really funny short-order cook. In a kitchen of my own design, of course.

NYC Smile Design Dr. Ramin Tabib & Dr. Elisa Mello 8 East 84th Street 212.452.3344 nycsmiledesign.com Social Life

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LUXURY SCENTS THE WORLD OF MICHAEL DEHN’S HIGH-END FRAGRANCES By anthony MiChaEl

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ichael Dehn was quite literally born into the fragrance industry. He is a fifth-generation prodigy of a scent-driven family. Michael’s great-great grandparents started the family legacy when they opened Dehn’s Flowers in Saratoga Springs, a flower shop still in operation today. Fast forward to Michael, who created the luxury fragrance brand Gibson & Dehn. Borrowing from 125 years of family experience in botanicals, scent development, and business expertise, his success is unsurprising.

Inspired by his childhood surroundings, experiences in landscape design, and natural resources, Dehn’s line of luxury candles and diffusers are evocative of his youth in Saratoga Springs. Saratoga-inspired scents, such as Regatta, Saratoga, and Beekman Street, were instant successes and quickly adopted by retailers across the country.

It wasn’t long until his olfactory and business acumen led him to develop private-label fragrances for some of the world’s most prestigious brands, including The Plaza Hotel, Harry Winston, Cartier, Hilton, and SEED, meaning you may be well aware of Dehn’s creations without ever having heard of him.

Inspiration for his private label offerings came from many places for Michael, who had previously worked as the North American brand manager for British Airways’ Concorde. There he was responsible for conceptualizing the Concorde Terrace Lounge in North America, which led to the realization that atmosphere can be greatly improved and distinguished through scent.

In creating private-label fragrance, Michael “wanted people to walk into a place, like a hotel, and through scent remember that they had been there before.”

To him, it was about developing longstanding familiarities revolving around scent.

Gibson & Dehn’s expansion into private-label scents came about naturally; the brand offers full-service product development supported through a white glove client experience. Michael works with his clients from inspiration to completed product, ensuring clear delivery of their vision by creating complex blends of supreme fragrance oils set within a brand-identifiable vessel.

“The most important part of creating private-label candles is to create a distinct, signature scent for the brand. This is especially important for hotels,” Michael said, “as it has to be unique and able to extend throughout the room and to its other amenities.”

“Everyone wants to own luxury, but few want to pay for it,” Michael stated in reference to his dedication to creating affordable and high-end scents. The candle industry was recently valued at $4.2 billion, perhaps because of the customarily high price-point, but due to his family’s five generations of fragrance entrepreneurship, Gibson & Dehn’s retail offerings are reasonably priced.

As for the future of his namesake brand, Michael says he will continue to produce his ozone scents “reflective of winds, oceans and the outdoors,” while also releasing masculine fragrances of amber, sandalwood, and cedar.

The candle market has had a long, upward trajectory, and Michael’s family history and dedication to craft ensure that the Gibson & Dehn brand will lead the pack.

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T H E L AT E S T I N C O S M E T I C S U R G E RY

As cosmetic surg ery is at an all time hig h, one plastic surg eon has taken these procedures to anew level.

Celebrity Plastic Surg eon Stephen T. Greenberg , M.D., F.A.C.S. uses technolog y to obtain the best results.

Modern Mommy Mak eover

If ch ildbirth h as made some ch ang es toyou r body th at you wou ld lik e to correct, th e Modern Mommy Mak eov er prov ides th e rig h t combination of Tu mmy Tu ck , Liposu ction, Breast Au g mentation, with or with ou t a Breast Lift and Vag inal Reju v enation to h elp restore you r prepreg nancy sh ape. Dr. Greenberg u ses h is Rapid Recov ery System toh av e you look ing you r best inth e sh ortest amou nt of time possible. Th e ModernMommyMak eov er is a h ig h ly indiv idu alized plan created to meet each patient’s specific needs and aesth etic g oals. A Greenberg Modern Mommy Mak eov er can consist of both su rg ical and non-su rg ical procedu res to address concerns of th e breasts, abdomen, arms, and th ig h s. Dr. Greenberg performs procedu res su ch as Breast Au g mentation, Breast Lift and Breast Redu ction su rg ical procedu res tore-sh ape th e breast tissu e as well as a tu mmy tu ck and liposu ction to restore th e abdominal area closer to its pre-preg nancy contou r. Minimally inv asiv e treatments to treat stu bborn cellu lite su ch as Cellfina or Cellu laze are combined to create a smooth er silh ou ette.

Su rg ical and non-su rg ical Vag inal Reju v enation are performed to restore and reju v enate th e delicate area of a woman’s intimate reg ion with minimal downtime and recov ery. In ad d ition to th ese b od y contou ring and enh ancement procedu res, both su rg ical/non-su rg ical facial treatment options su ch as injectables and/or laser procedu res can be added to th e cu stomized plan for a complete and polish ed look .

Not Just for the Girls… Male Treatments

Inth e past, cosmetic su rg eryprocedu res were primarilyfor women. Howev er, with th e g reat adv ances and opportu nities for menof all ag es toach iev e th e ph ysiqu e th eyh av e always imag ined, more of ou r patients are seek ing male procedu res.

Dr. Greenberg can h elp you ach iev e a tig h ter abdomen, redu ce th e fatty pock ets on you r ch est, g iv e you h air transplants, and mu ch more. Liposu ctionis th e most popu lar cosmetic procedu re inth e United States, and Dr. Steph enT. Greenberg h as performed th ou sands of procedu res ov er th e past 2 2 years. Using onlyth e latest tech nolog y, h e striv es to ach iev e th e best inbodycontou ring byu sing a combination of tech niqu es wh ich are cu stomized toeach patient toensu re optimal resu lts.

Male breast ov er dev elopment (g ynecomastia) affects 4 0 – 6 0 % of all men and th e cau se is often u nk nown.

Dr. Greenberg h as extensiv e experience in male breast redu ctionand will treat you with sensitiv ity and cu stomize a procedu re tailored to fit you r body contou r. Male Breast Redu ctionSu rg erycanh elptoach iev e a flat, firm, tig h tened look . Dr. Steph en T. Greenberg can perform male breast redu ctionsu rg erytoh elpyou reg ainconfidence by mak ing you r ch est appear flatter and more contou red.

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Hair restorationor h air transplants are sou g h t bymenwh en ag e, h ormones or h eredity cau ses male pattern baldness, a permanent th inning and/or loss of h air. Dr. Greenberg u ses NeoGraft th e first and only Class One FDA Listed au tomated medical system for h air restoration. Th is system h arv ests, collects, and implants indiv idu al follicu lar g rafts for a natu ral look . In follicu lar u nit microg rafting , Dr. Greenberg will tak e indiv idu al follicu lar u nits from th e back of you r scalpand transplant th em toth e balding or th inning areas inth e front. Once th e follicu lar u nits are transplanted, th ey will continu e to g row natu rally. Th is h air restoration procedu re is painless, tak es ju st a cou ple of h ou rs tocomplete.

Facelift

Unfortu nately, noth ing stops th e ag ing process – not ev ena facelift, bu t a facelift cantu rnback th e ag ing process by1 0 years. Facelifts improv e th e v isible sig ns of ag ing by remov ing excess fat, tig h tening mu scles and remov ing extra sag g ing sk infrom th e face and neck . Facelifts will correct and tig h tenboth th e sk inand deeper mu scu lar layers of th e face. Facelift su rg ery canmak e you look you ng er, bu t will not g iv e you a totally different look . Dr. Greenberg h as perfected th e art of th e facelift and h as performed th ou sands of facelift procedu res. Using th e most adv anced tech niqu es, Dr. Greenberg restores facial contou r with minimal swelling and bru ising resu lting ina natu ral ou tcome.

Eyelid Surg ery

Th e eyelids are oftenth e telling sig nof a person’s ag e. Dr. Steph enT. Greenberg u ses state-of-th e-art tech nolog y and lasers tocorrect droopyu pper lids and pu ffybag s below th e eyes. As we ag e, we beg in to dev elop droop or “pu ffy” eyelids. Th is process starts in th e 3 0 ’s and 4 0 ’s and prog resses with th e ag ing process. Th ese ch ang es u su ally occu r becau se ov er th e years, th e eyelid sk in th ins, loses tone, and becomes more su sceptible to g rav ity. Th e fat pock ets g radu allyh erniate forward wh ich cancau se bag s in both th e u pper and lower eyelid. As you ag e, you r eyes look more bag g y and tired. Expect a refresh ed and reju v enated look with natu ral resu lts wh ere ev eryone will notice bu t no one will k now.

Facial Fat Transfer

Ov er time, ag ing and env ironmental factors canimpact th e appearance of th e face, resu lting inlost v olu me and redu ced definition. A facial fat transfer, alsocalled fat g rafting or fat injection, canrestore a more you th fu l complexion, smooth ing fine lines and wrink les and improv ing contou r. It is a simple and safe procedu re, du ring wh ich Dr. Steph enT. Greenberg cantransfer fat cells from one area of you r bodytoanoth er.

Wh en applied to th e face, th is procedu re can refine and enh ance th e lips, ch eek s, jaw, eyebrows, u nder-eye area and foreh ead for natu ral-look ing resu lts. Since th is procedu re u ses fat from you r ownbody, th ere is a redu ced risk of infection and complications. Dr. Steph en T. Greenberg can desig n a treatment plantailored toyou r g oals and natu ral featu res.

Non-Invasive Treatments

Greenberg Cosmetic Su rg ery offers a fleet of cu tting -edg e lasers and h ig h -tech dev ices to ensu re a reju v enated and more you th fu l look . Treatments su ch as Ulth erapy lift and tig h tenth e neck , ch inand brow as well as remov e lines and wrink les onth e ch est. Coolscu lpting and Scu lpsu re are nonsu rg ical body contou ring treatments performed wh en diet and exercise are not prov iding th e u ltimate look you are work ing so h ard to ach iev e. Ou r adv anced Laser Hair Remov al dev ice treats th e entire bodyin2 0 minu tes with ou t th e discomfort and time associated with older dev ices.

Miradryredu ces excessiv e u nderarm sweating , and is a lasting solu tionth at canmak e embarrassing sweat a th ing of th e past.

Dr. Stephen T. Greenberg has continually been recog nized as one of the Best Cosmetic Surg eons* in New York and is frequently called upon by various media outlets for his plastic surg ery expertise. He is the author of the book A Little Nip, A Little Tuck , Dr. Greenberg hosts New York ’s only two Cosmetic Surg ery Radio Shows, “Nip Tuck Saturday’s with Dr. Stephen T. Greenberg ”every Saturday at 1 2 pm on 7 7 0 WABC AM Radio and “Nip Tuck Saturday Nig ht”every Saturday at 1 0 pm on KJ OY-9 8 .3 FM. He is also featured daily on 1 0 5 .3 FM(PARTY) with his “Nip Tuck Tips”.

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HAIR REJUVENATION AND TRANSPLANT EXPERT

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t’s important to be an informed consumer. If you’ve been a loyal reader of Social Life this summer, you now know a lot about Keith R. Durante, M.D., and his medical and surgical treatment for managing hair loss, including eyebrows, eyelashes, and even beards. You’ve learned about his passion for philanthropy and the tragic circumstances that steered Dr. Durante to a life led with greater purpose. His soonto-be-published memoir is about his life-changing experiences and the power of forgiveness. Dr. Durante has been featured in each of our summer issues, which are online at sociallifemagazine.com.

Dr. Durante is a highly experienced, fellowship-trained micro-vascular surgeon who decided to parlay his experience into another medical discipline that requires micro-surgery: hair transplants. He wanted to help people live their lives to their fullest in a new way: hair loss management and hair transplants for both men and women—a field that also requires aesthetic vision.

What are some common treatments for hair-loss management?

It could be as simple as lifestyle changes, specific hair vitamin therapy, or topical medications. Among the more common procedures are injections of PRP (platelet rich plasma) in conjunction with LLLT (low-level laser therapy), both of which stimulate hair follicles and improve blood circulation in the treated area, encouraging hair growth.

Hair restoration can often be done with no IV’s, no scars, no pain or bleeding, allowing you to get back to your routine in a matter of days.

Results depend on the cause, site, and severity of hair loss. I can often help patients to the point where their situation is tolerable for them.

And for others I can achieve results that don’t indicate there was ever any hair loss.

Is it true the average person waits five to seven years before getting a transplant because of misinformation and anxiety, which can actually lead to psychological depression?

Yes, and men and women need to know this is a treatable problem that can be corrected in a doctor’s office and may not even require surgery, but only medical management. A lot of patients don’t know this and suffer the same type of depression they might experience from a much more serious medical diagnosis.

What’s on the horizon for hair-loss management?

The treatment of hair loss has really been revolutionized and is constantly evolving. We already can avoid scars and bloody procedures, but we also better understand the causes of hair loss. There is a lot of biology involved in hair management and the treatment protocol is

different for each patient. Procedures are always getting better, and it’s a bright future. Personally, I continue to evolve, too. If you want to treat patients differently, you need to think differently. That’s what I do—treat the cause before addressing the effect, and how I will always make sure that I am ahead of the curve when it comes to hair loss management.

Hair transplantation has evolved into a minimally invasive, one and done procedure with a beautiful, natural look and a change that will last a lifetime. It will be my privilege to evaluate you at my new state-of-the art facility on Fifth Avenue. Thank you, readers and Social Life’s great staff for a signature summer!

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SAG HARBOR WELLNESS HOT SPOTS

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BuddhaBerry 125 Main Street Those of us looking to indulge in a creamy, refreshing sweet should all head here (in Montauk, too) as soon as possible. This café offers waffles, crepes, bubble teas, a candy display, and a full Italian coffee bar, but the real highlight is the vegan frozen yogurt. BuddhaBerry’s treats have five cultures, including three live and active probiotic strains, so you can receive digestive benefits and strengthen your immune system while you indulge in your Hamptons treat. Flavors include Madagascar vanilla, Belgian chocolate, nutella, sweet berry, and coconut variations.

Golden Pear 125 Main Street A trip to the Hamptons without a stop the to this café for bakery items, breakfast, or lunch is like an East End weekend without sunshine. The next time you schedule a delicious post-workout snack, stop by for a meal-replacement smoothie. Flavors include Southampton Sunrise, Bridgehampton Beta Booster, East Hampton Energy Elevator, and Sag Harbor Summer Breeze.

Provisions 7 Main Street Stop by this natural foods market and organic café for your health food needs. The market provides gluten-free products, frozen foods, organic produce, organic meat and poultry, and vitamins and supplements. The café, a great place to get your vegetable juices and detoxes, features a menu of greens, grains, smoothies, and juices. Try the famous Baby Buddha bowl!

Punch Fitness 88-89 Clay Pit Roa The popular Uptown kickboxing workout is out East for the summer, with options to do individual classes and group classes through Labor Day.

Urban Zen 16 Main Street This is Donna Karan’s latest concept store, a place to merge mindfulness, food, and fashion. The mission of her Urban Zen Foundation is to create, connect, and collaborate to raise awareness and inspire change by integrating mind, body, and spirit in healthcare and education, while preserving our cultures. The store sells women’s clothes, accessories, home décor, and beauty products. Many of these products are made by artisans in Africa, Haiti, Papua New Guinea, and Uruguay. After checking out the stylish and mindfully curated collection, have a bite to eat at the adjoining Tutto il Giorno.

Yoga Shanti 32 Bridge Street A longtime favorite of the East End, Yoga Shanti caters to all levels of yogis. Led by world-renowned teachers Colleen Saidman Yee and Rodney Yee, this studio practices a safe style of yoga, which focuses on alignment, flow, and inquiry. Stop by for classes like Lyengar, Shanti Sweat, and Surfer Yoga. Fans will be pleased to know that Yoga Shanti recently opened in Tribeca, so you can practice with them all year long.

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REVEALING A HOLLYWOOD SECRET

By CassanDra thoMpson

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orld-renowned plastic surgeon Dr. John Mesa uses his love for design to sculpt beautiful faces. Initially hoping to become an architect, Dr. Mesa chose to go into the medical field because he could combine his love of form with his passion for biology and working with people. The result? An incredible opportunity for patients who want the chiseled V-shaped face he has perfected.

For a long time, actresses, singers, and even plus-sized models like Ashley Graham somehow magically achieved the chiseled face so many women crave. Unlike our bodies, we can’t work out our cheeks and jawline at the gym.

So how did so many actresses like J.Lo and Angelina Jolie get such an incredible, chiseled look?

After speaking to several beauty insiders, I learned about buccal fat removal. And after doing a lot of research and talking to friends, I heard about Dr. Mesa. I chose to meet with Dr. Mesa because his before-and-after images floored me. As a plastic surgeon, his results are subtle, yet they make a dramatic and beautiful difference for the patient.

Dr. Mesa informed me that the solution to chubby cheeks is a well-kept Hollywood secret, one that may explain the reason Bella Hadid and Kim Kardashian have faces that once looked soft and now look tight and chiseled. According to Dr. Mesa, the procedure itself is straightforward, but if performed by the wrong doctor, the consequences can be serious. The procedure is conducted under local anesthesia, and the patient is awake during the surgery. For those like me who are afraid of general anesthesia, this is ideal. All a patient has to do is open his or her mouth so that Dr. Mesa can create tiny incisions on the inside of the cheeks to remove the perfect amount of fat.

Cheeks are not all Dr. Mesa works on during the procedure.

He really goes the extra mile to cater to each person’s individual goal. If needed, he will perform liposuction on the neck and chin to achieve a chiseled jawline. And, if requested, he will add fillers to create sexy high cheekbones.

After the procedure the downtime is minimal. Dr. Mesa estimates that 90% of his patients experience only one or two days of swelling. The other 10% have four or five days of swelling. Dr. Mesa says, “Patients tell me that they begin to experience the final results between the third and the fourth week.” According to my friend who told me about Dr. Mesa, she saw results in just ten days.

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His results are subtle, yet they make a dramatic and beautiful difference for the patient.

that “Buccal fat removal is not an easy procedure. An inexperienced doctor can really damage the face. They can cause facial paralysis or cut one of the salivary ducts in your cheek.

Cutting the salivary duct would result in facial swelling for several months.” That’s one of the reasons I felt it was important to write this article and tell people about this experienced and trusted doctor. It’s important to empower people with choices to make the right decision for themselves.

After meeting Dr. Mesa and moving forward with buccal fat removal, I talk about it all the time. Recently, I met someone in the Hamptons who also had the same procedure with Dr. Mesa. We shared stories about this doctor, who is SocialLifeMagazine.com

not only kind and thoughtful, but is also a true artist. Most of my friends initially thought I had lost weight, but I don’t mind telling them about my Hollywood secret. Thank you, Dr. Mesa!

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MARISA HOCHBERG’S MECCA OF WELLNESS AT THE SURF LODGE By liZaBEth ZinDEl

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ith her close connection to Montauk and her own powerful journey with health and fitness, Marisa Hochberg shines as the superstar director of The Surf Lodge’s new Wellness Program.

While growing up on the Upper East Side, Marisa Hochberg spent her summers in Montauk with her family. “There is something about Montauk . . . the air, the beaches, the people, the vibes, the bucolic setting that sets it apart in the Hamptons. When I get to Montauk I take a deep breath, and even with my eyes closed I know I am here,” Hochberg said.

As the wellness director of the iconic restaurant and hotel, Hochberg has introduced an amazing comprehensive take on wellness for the individual looking to start a new routine, stay healthy while traveling, or gain advice from experts. The program caters to people of all ages and even has some mommyand-me wellness events slated for the rest of summer 2018.

“I saw that The Surf Lodge was the destination for music, art, and cultural events out East. Celebrities and talents would come all the way to Montauk to go to The Surf Lodge for curated programming, and I thought Why can’t we do this for health and wellness?” Hochberg said.

She approached the founder of The Surf Lodge, Jayma Cardoso, who loved the idea. “We have really built out a SocialLifeMagazine.com

strong wellness program that we hope to take along with The Surf Lodge brand to our new locations as we expand,” said Hochberg.

This summer, Hochberg curated a sensational slate of activities, which includes classes from leading wellness studios and instructors in the fitness space, ranging from yoga to highintensity cardio and boxing. She has also organized a series of impactful talks to educate people and inspire them to lead healthier lives. This summer’s motivational speakers included Max Lugavere, the author of Genius Foods, Bobbi Brown, Dr. Frank Lipman, Deepak Chopra, and Esther Perel.

“Ten years ago, I didn’t even try to go to The Surf Lodge because I was a size 14/16,” Hochberg admitted. “On my own, through a healthy diet and exercise, I lost 75 pounds and have kept that weight off since,” she said.

Hochberg lost most of her weight in the South Fork. “Montauk sort of became like my best friend, cheering me along every step of the way,” she said. “If anyone ever told me when I was struggling with weight loss that I would be in the doors at The Surf Lodge, let alone directing its wellness program, and having worked with the wellness brands that I have, I would have called them crazy. Never give up on your goals and dreams,” she said.

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DR . STEPHEN T. GREENBERG BEAUTY AND FITNESS TIPS FROM DR. GREENBERG

By Fallon harrinGton The award-winning celebrity plastic surgeon Stephen T. Greenberg, M.D., F.A.C.S., acknowledges that we are confronted by the media with alternatives to improve our appearance, regain our youth, and tone up our bodies. The reality is that maintaining a youthful look requires attention to the basics— adequate sleep, plenty of water, diet, and exercise.

Here are Dr. Greenberg’s top five beauty and fitness tips:

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DRINK PLENTY OF WATER Eight or more glasses of water each day will help your natural radiance shine through and help prevent hunger.

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SWITCH UP YOUR CARDIO Fall is the perfect time to give your exercise routine a change. Running in a park, hiking a trail, or biking outside can make your workouts fun and motivating.

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FILL UP ON VEGGIES Beat the heat with healthy foods.

Fruit and vegetable salads will fill you up, keep you hydrated, and help you stay slim.

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PROTECT YOURSELF The most important way to protect your skin is to apply sunscreen all year long. When shopping for sunscreen, select one that offers all of the following: broad spectrum, SPF 30 (or higher), and water resistance. Using an anti-aging moisturizer helps to minimize fine lines and some offer broad-spectrum coverage and an SPF of 30 or higher. If you will spend time outdoors during the day, be sure to reapply your sunscreen every two hours.

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REJUVENATE Sleep is essential to your health and beauty. Aim for seven to eight hours a night to look your best each day.

A healthy lifestyle leads to healthy, glowing skin. Dr. Stephen T. Greenberg recommends a professional-grade skincare regimen such as his Cosmetic Surgeon in a Jar Revolutionary Skincare System to stimulate collagen production and encourage cell renewal through his patented time-release technology.

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ALWAYS LEAD WITH LOVE WAITING ONLINE FOR LOVE By l.a. Dawson

L.A. Dawson is the author of articles, self-help books, and novels.

She is also an inspirational speaker and resides in New Jersey with four happy canine friends. @authorladawson | authorladawson.com

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o stay enlightened as the seasons change, please take the time to nourish all of you. When the mind, body, and soul are acknowledged together, evolution occurs in the ways we view the world. Being open to change and realizing that we are never too old to learn allows us to be present and aware. Doing this can open your heart to receiving love. And love is paramount to good health.

I wrote Waiting Online for Love as an introduction to the online dating world, with a sprinkling of tips for keeping true to yourself. Staying true is important because our character, integrity, and honesty are what define us to ourselves and others. Online dating can be exciting and filled with promise. We all can use the promise of hope.

Ultimately, online dating does work for many people.

I enjoyed writing Waiting Online for Love because it made me look at other people’s habits and happiness factors.

Happiness is a choice. But often it is easier to blame someone’s reaction to us than to blame our own thoughts and actions. I am always trying to keep my thoughts and words positive so that my actions are positive. If not, my positive goals will be cancelled by negative thoughts.

This is not the legacy I seek.

Love is the ultimate goal for many of us. The silver lining when writing about online dating is the personal discovery that I share with my readers. We all walk in different “love shoes,” but most of us want to be on the receiving end of true love. As I delved into the subject, I learned so much about the similarities in everyone’s journey.

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If we are all more alike than we think, than finding a romantic relationship should not be difficult or painful. Allowing ourselves to be shut off from love because of a bad experience will absolutely not serve us in finding self-awareness.

Being self-aware is like knowing our “love temperature” at any given moment.

There is no fail-proof plan for finding love online. Your experience will be shaped by the way you approach it. Your own positivity can become your compass in this frenetic world.

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TRANSITIONING OUT OF SUMMER By staCEy GriFFith

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he time has almost come to deflate your Funboy floats, pack up your summer clothes, and pull out your Cucinelli cashmere. Ugh, it’s my least favorite moment of the year when beach season ends. We all thrive in the sun, so how do we continue the magic of summer into the next three seasons? I have some ideas.

First, summer isn’t reeeeeally over until the 22nd of September, so there’s no need to end the vibe just yet. I think if we empty the farm stands of their stock and bring it back to the city for a few last get-togethers it may help. If you have an outdoor space back home, invite friends over on the weekends and have a couple of last hurrahs. Go out with a bang back home. It’s also a great time for the kids to hang out with their pals before re-entering the land of learning!

End of summer also becomes the quiet time for most amusement parks. Gather your gaggle of girls and head to the rollercoasters. A nice thrill of serotonin and one last funnel cake won’t hurt a girl, and the lines will be short. If coasters aren’t your jam, then maybe one last spa day together to rev up your self-care vibration to deal with the early mornings of breakfast-making and late-night homework sessions.

Try to squeeze in as much outdoor activity as you can before daylight ends early. Power walk the parks. Go on a nature hike a couple of more times. Maybe take a drive to the Hudson Valley for some antique shopping, and hit up the cheese store!

If you have the time, plan a trip or two to the Hamptons.

Take advantage of the calm vibes that resonate with the end of summer. It really is a beautiful time of year. Most of the SoulCycle studios are still open out East, so finish up that last piece of your fitness goal by doubling up on classes, and maybe even stopping in for that hot yoga class you never made time to do. Many boat rentals are still available, so plan a boat trip to say goodbye to the Atlantic until next summer!

The art of seasonal transition is in your attitude. Sign up for a class, take a new position with a charity you are involved in, and plan your active life into your agenda as if it is as important as your career. The healthier you is the better you.

Everyone benefits from that version of who you are. Mental clarity is a key component to living the next three seasons to the fullest. Don’t let the end of summer get you down. Instead plan, plan, plan to eat smart, sleep smart, train smart, and love smart! See you on the flip side . . .

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Husband-and-wife duo Jamie and George Hess spend their days working high-powered jobs in lifestyle PR and music marketing respectively, but share a passion for fitness that drives their relationship. George proposed to Jamie on a treadmill at Barry’s Boot Camp, and from there, they began documenting their fitness journey on social media, including their adventures with their three-year-old son, Mason. They share daily #fitspo on their @NYCfitfam Instagram account, and were named one of the “7 Fittest Couples on Instagram” by Women’s Health.

On a beautiful August morning, 515 participants, including CBS’s Blue Bloods star Lorraine Bracco, Wilson, and Jenny and John Paulson, gathered at the starting line of Hope for Depression Research Fo u n d a t i o n ’s (HDRF) third annual Walk of Hope + 5K Run to Defeat Depression.

The high-energy crowd set out at 9am to complete a 5K course around Lake Agawam and raised more than $250,000 for advanced depression research.

HDRF Founder and Chair Audrey Gruss said, “Depression is the number-one reason in the world for disability and the leading cause of suicide. We want people to know there is help, and we need more research if we are going to turn the tide on depression and suicide in this country.”

This year, the Walk of Hope + 5K Run was heralded by the Week of Hope, a Southampton village-wide effort in to raise mental health awareness. More than 90 stores “turned yellow” by placing two-foot wide yellow statement balloons by their front doors symbolizing their hope and commitment to reducing the staggering statistics of depression.

The Walk of Hope + 5K Run signals the lead-in to the 11th Annual Luncheon Seminar to be held on November 6th, 2018. The event will focus on “Brain Health and Wellness – the Science of Self Care,” and will honor public figures speaking out about depression and salute the research progress of HDRF’s acclaimed team of world-renowned neuroscientists.

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RACHEL’S RADAR Dr. Sherrell Aston, a renowned Park Avenue plastic surgeon, and Dr. Spero Theodorou, a renowned Central Park South plastic surgeon, are now offering two new technologies that lift without invasive surgery.

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What is the solution for saggy fat arms? Bat wings?

In the past, the only solution for loose skin on the arms was a procedure called brachioplasty. This procedure is typically performed under general anesthesia, often in the hospital. Although it provides excellent results, it entails a lengthy scar down the arm that patients hate. We are now excited to be able to use radio frequency (RF) technology to “shrink wrap” the arm by tightening the skin and melting the fat without the lengthy scars of a brachioplasty. In addition, we are able to sculpt the arm at the same time in order to make the muscles show and give the appearance of working out. So in essence a scarless (two small incisions) arm lift.

What is the name of this procedure and does it also work on other parts of the body?

The procedure is called Bodytite (scarless arm lift) and the maker of the equipment is InMode. It can be done in any area of the body where there is fat, with or without loose skin. For example, inner thighs, knees, and love handles are common areas. It is performed under local anesthesia in the office and is the first technology that is able to tighten skin up to 40% in one session.

What is the downtime for Bodytite arm sculpting?

Downtime is 48 hours with results at six weeks. The tightening continues for up to one year due to the latent heat effect of the RF energy. So with time a person’s arms show markedly improved results.

Can Bodytite be used on a woman’s tummy after having children?

Depending on how loose a patient’s skin is after child-bearing, Bodytite can be a solution for those women who don’t want a tummy tuck with the accompanying lengthy scar and the downtime. The ability to offer this new solution to patients today, that was not available in the past, is what gets us excited as plastic surgeons, as our mantra should always be “innovate.”

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What is Embrace RF and how is it different from a facelift?

Embrace RF is a new breakthrough technology that utilizes radio frequency (RF) waves to tighten skin and melt fat. It is not a substitute for a facelift as it specifically addresses the lower one-third of the face and neck. It works well for patients who may not be ready for a facelift (sagging not bad enough, too young) and yet exhibit early signs of aging, such as jowls and loose neck skin.

Where is it performed and how long does it last?

Embrace RF is performed in an office setting under local anesthesia. It is a one-time procedure that takes about 45 minutes. The results can last anywhere from four to five years, depending on the patient’s skin quality. We are working closely with the technology as it also has potential for patients who have already had a facelift and exhibit early signs of recurrence of jowling or neck looseness.

Currently this patient group is not ready for another facelift as it still may be early for a repeat procedure, so this might be a great solution for them.

What is the downtime?

Embrace RF belongs to the category of minimally invasive procedures. So a patient can obtain very good results without having to undergo a major procedure under general anesthesia with a lengthy downtime. The recovery for Embrace is on average 48 hours with final results seen at six weeks. As the skin continues to tighten due to the RF energy, patients will continue to see results for up to one year.

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What do Wayne Gretzky, John Stockton, Rob Pannell, and Jim Metzger have in common? They are all assist leaders in their respective professions. Rob Pannell* is the assist and scoring leader for the last two season in Major League Lacrosse. John Stockton, the all-time assist leader in the NBA, has 30 percent more assists than his closest rival. In hockey, players and fans know Gretzky as the “Great One.” Ask him, however, why he was successful, and he’ll tell you it was because of his teammates.

Yes, that may be true, but if you look to his former Edmonton Oilers teammates for insights as to how they became winners of four Stanley Cups, they’ll tell you it was because he set them up for success, passing for more assists than anyone ever in the NHL. For Metzger, it is assisting thousands of people in metropolitan New York—individuals, employees, schools, and community-minded organizations—and making life better.

A list of the recipients of Metzger’s charitable giving reads like a Philanthropic Hall of Fame. From supporting organizations on Long Island, such as Big Brothers Big Sisters, the Arthritis Foundation, and The American Heart Association, among many others, he continues to give back to his alma maters: Hofstra University and Half Hollow High School, and is paying it forward for St. Anthony’s High School in South Huntington, and high school and youth lacrosse organizations with grants and scholarships.

According to Metzger, “There are two big reasons why philanthropy and giving back are an important part of my personal

and business lives. It starts with my parents. They are wonderful people, and they raised me placing a strong emphasis on character, trust, and helping others when you can. The second reason relates back to making insurance personal, a core value that guides me and our organization. Many of our philanthropic contributions are directly for charitable or cause-related organizations that are supported by our clients. They feel good about helping those less fortunate or with special needs, and we feel good knowing they appreciate us doing what we do.”

Metzger’s major philanthropic involvement with Hofstra University started in 2007 with several special projects involving improvements to Margiotta Hall. The Royle–Sombrotto Men’s Lacrosse Locker Rooms at Hofstra were built with funds donated by Metzger that year. According to Metzger, he wanted to memorialize the contributions to Hofstra lacrosse of two individuals who had also impacted his own life and career. His coach, Harry Royle, was Hofstra’s head men’s lacrosse coach from 1976 through 1985, and Vincent Sombrotto was a former teammate and professional lacrosse player.

The Metzger-Huff Lacrosse Offices at Hofstra University were dedicated in 2010 and named after Metzger and Kevin Huff (Hofstra ’78). When Metzger learned that Hofstra wanted to name the lacrosse offices after him, he insisted that they also be named for Huff, who was an assistant coach when Metzger was at Hofstra. The James C. Metzger Women’s Lacrosse Locker Room was also named that year.

*Rob Pannell is the assist and scoring champion this year in Major League Lacrosse. He established the all time record for points in a season with 78 points, which broke the previous record of 74-held by a guy named Rob Pannell. Pannell graduated Cornell University in 2013 as the all time points leader in the history of Division 1 with 354. He currently ranks 3RD. Rob had arguably his greatest assist when he hit Tom Schreiber for the game winner as time expired for the 2018 USA world championship victory over Canada.

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Rob Pannell, USA Lacrosse World Champion Gold Medalist, 2-time All-World, 4-time Div 1 All American, All Pro & record-setting professional lacrosse player.

James C. Metzger, WHITMORE Group Chairman & CEO, former Hofstra University Lacrosse All American.

Seth Tierney, USA Lacrosse World Champion Gold Medalist & Hofstra University Men’s Lacrosse Coach.

In 2012 Metzger donated $1.5 million to Hofstra athletics, the largest gift ever received by the athletics department.

Hofstra named The James C. Metzger Fund for Capital Improvements and The James C. Metzger Hofstra Lacrosse Endowment in his honor after that donation. In 2015, Hofstra dedicated James C. Metzger Hall.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Long Island (BBBSLI) named the James C. Metzger and E. David Woycik Endowment Fund in 2010 after Metzger and Woycik made the single largest contribution in the history of BBBSLI. That same year Metzger was honored as the Big Brothers Big Sisters Man of the Year and Presidential Honoree and helped raise $300,000 at the gala presentation.

Half Hollow Hills East High School established the James C. Metzger Outstanding Player Award in 2011 as an annual award given to the school’s best lacrosse player. The James C. Metzger Men’s Lacrosse Endowment was established in SocialLifeMagazine.com

2012. Metzger started the endowment with a donation of $100,000—the largest gift in the history of Half Hollow Hills.

Metzger has made substantial contributions of time and money to the Funeral Service Foundation (FSF) in its mission to provide grants, scholarships, and research to support the funeral-service industry. In 2010, Metzger—a former board member of the FSF—delivered the second half of a $100,000 gift to the organization.

Metzger was honored by the American Heart Association as the sole recipient of 2013 Golf Classic. Metzger and The Whitmore Group were the major sponsors and helped raise almost $300,000—the most in the event’s history.

James C. Metzger Stadium, a new 1,000-capacity stadium at St. Anthony’s High School, was completed in 2016. Metzger did not attend St. Anthony’s, but has become a benefactor to that school. He said he grew up in the area and it was the epicenter of his world growing up, calling it “a great environment,

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great history, great legacy Metzger’s ability and comboth academically and, mitment to provide philanof course, athletically at St. Anthony’s.” thropic support is a result Annually since 2011, the of his business success, James C. Metzger Leadership Award for Nassau which he attributes directly County High School Boys’ to the experience and perlacrosse is presented to one player on each of the sonal foundation he develsix teams that compete in oped growing up in sports. the finals of the 2017 Section VIII Nassau County High School Boys’ Lacrosse championships. Additionally, the James C. Metzger Outstanding Player Awards are presented for the important roles they played in their respective team’s success this season. This award going to the Half Hollow Hills student-athlete also provides scholarship money.

Recently, The Whitmore Group has become the primary sponsor of the New York Chapter for The National Football Foundation Awards recognizing the top 11 high school football athletes in New York City.

Metzger’s ability and commitment to provide philanthropic support is a result of his business success, which he attributes directly to the experience and personal foundation he developed growing up in sports. His path to outstanding performances on the field of play began at a very young age and was influenced by parents, coaches, and peers he dearly remembers to this day. At just 7 years old and over a course of 300 feet, it was easy for his first football coach, John Daly, to identify and select the team’s first-string running back as young Jim outpaced almost 100 other boys on a fateful late summer day. Metzger recalls that moment and tags it as “the first day of the rest of his life.”

Natural speed, quickness, and competitiveness led to accolades and awards in football, basketball, and his most beloved and accomplished sport: lacrosse.

According to his junior high school football coach, Bill Russo, “. . . there was never a better player in tough situations . . . if you needed a first-down or touchdown, he was the guy you wanted to have the ball, and he delivered.”

In high school at Half Hollow Hills East, Metzger played varsity football and at his graduation his record-breaking performances were tallied, including the distinction of being the school’s all-time leading scorer and rusher. He was a Suffolk County All-Star Running Back, known for starting 25 consecutive games, in which he rushed for 2,155 yards, scored 27 touchdowns, and 170 points.

Metzger’s career total offense, including receptions and return yards, was 2,777. He led the team in scoring in ’74, ’75 and ’76 and rushing in ’75 and ’76.

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From spine-chilling days in March to siz- Metzger started The Whitmore After his sophomore year at Hofzling hot game days in June, the lacrosse spring stra, Metzger didn’t turn a page to a season was special to Metzger. Every year in Group with a game plan and new chapter; he ripped the cover off high school was highlighted by jaw-dropping worked that plan, elevating the the book, and never looking back, he action. Metzger’s coach, Lou DiBlasi, never at blazed a new trail. When Metzger litcompany to one of the top 10 erally closed his athletic locker door, a loss for words, didn’t hold back on this characterization, “Jim was the most talented player insurance brokerage firms on he opened the window to a whole I had in 11 seasons at Hills, a great offensive new world. Turning his focus to acaLong Island. player.” Metzger became an All American demics, his interest and intensity were while at Hills and coach DiBlasi added, “I coached a number of directed to business where he realized his passion for sales and high school All Americans and Jim was the best of the best. He marketing and the insurance industry. After graduating from had a great attitude and did anything I asked of him.” Metzger’s Hofstra, he “apprenticed” with two powerful and influential inscoring average of 6.0 points per game was a school record and surance executives, Richard Ferrucci and Frank DeMartino, on led Suffolk County (Public Schools). Metzger set school records Long Island. In 1989 he founded The Whitmore Group. for points in a season and assists in a game/season/career. He While deliberately putting lacrosse in the rearview mirror, he won the Lt. Ray Enners Award for Outstanding Lacrosse Playhad to rediscover himself during this transition. Fortunately, his er in Suffolk County when he graduated in 1977. life and experience in sports were the personal assets on which The award that Metzger won was in honor of Lt. Raymond he leaned. Metzger recalls, “The first 10 years of my career I put J. Enners, an officer in the United States Army who played a on a business suit and shoes each day the same way that I had decade before him at the same high school. He too was a champut on my uniform and cleats. I had been wearing uniforms as pion high school and college lacrosse player. He attended and an athlete my whole life, so I simply saw my suit as just another played for the United States Military Academy at West Point. uniform.” Later he noted, “. . . that everything I ever needed to Enners was killed in action in Vietnam. Recently, Half Hollow know in business, I learned on the sports field.”

Hills High School East retired the lacrosse jerseys of both Lt. Metzger started The Whitmore Group with a game plan and Enners and Metzger. This honor Metzger describes as “one of worked that plan, elevating the company to one of the top 10 the most remarkable moments of my life.” insurance brokerage firms on Long Island. Consciously, or just Recruited to play football by Syracuse, Cornell, and Colgate, intuitively (or both), Metzger knew he had to pick his spots to and to play lacrosse by Virginia, Army, Navy, Cornell, Penn get noticed and grow. The funeral service industry was the niche State, Towson, North Carolina State, and Hofstra, he decided to he started with. Methodically, he hired accomplished specialists take a PG year at the Naval Academy Prep School. Fortunately and made acquisitions in targeted industries, building his pracfor Hofstra, after a football-related shoulder injury ended his tice that now covers everything from real estate to financial serfootball career, the deal was sealed for lacrosse in familiar terrivices, transportation, and hospitality to commercial, personal, tory on Long Island. health, liability, and life insurances.

Metzger was a Division 1 All-American Lacrosse player at Metzger realized the importance of teamwork early on Hofstra University. His sophomore record-setting scoring averthrough sports; he holds true the belief that people are the most age of 4.9 points per game still stands. His single season average important asset in business—by definition a team sport. A winstill ranks 5th in the history of the Hofstra lacrosse program. ning business happens when everyone knows their roles (and Metzger’s single season assist average ranks 8th all time. Metzger limitations), is committed to a game plan, trusts and respects is one of only three players in the history of Hofstra’s men’s laone another, and communicates. It is in everyone’s best interests crosse program to score eight or more points three times in one for a corporate leader or business owner to encourage and reseason when he recorded eight points against his earlier suitors, ward that kind of behavior. He says, “I’m a firm believer that it Penn State, Towson, and North Carolina State in 1980. doesn’t matter if you get knocked down 10 times, just so long as The lacrosse world knows the name Vinnie Sombrotto. He you get up 10 times.” Words spoken from experience. is a four-time U.S. National Team player and National Lacrosse Hall of Famer. Vinnie played with Metzger at Hofstra Executive Producer & Creative Director: Christine Montanti and said of him, “Jim has as much skill as anyone I ever played Photographer: Don Fitzgibbon with . . . He had great vision, great stick kills, and he could play Grooming: J.D. Rose with either hand.”

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Brother Gary Cretan, O.S.F., Principal Saint Anthony’s High School; James C. Metzger; and Don A. Corrao, Director of Development at Saint Anthony’s High School

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CHARLIE WEBER HOLLYWOOD’S HOTTEST COMMODITY

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From the moment small town Missouri native Charlie Weber moved to New York and set his heart on the pursuit of acting, his career skyrocketed: first working as a model, then steadily becoming one of Hollywood’s hottest actors; currently he remains at the top of his game with both gratitude and humility. The star of ABC’s suspenseful drama series, How to Get Away with Murder, plays the pivotal role of Frank Delfino, the mysterious bad boy and legal associate on the network’s scandalous show where lawyers and law students alike have darker secrets than the clients they are defending. Viewers can’t seem to get enough of the indisputably genuine actor whose trendsetting style and handsome demeanor come to life again for the fifth season when this shocking TV series premieres Thursday, September 27th at 10/9 C. The American actor got his start in front of the camera modeling for Abercrombie & Fitch’s catalog and later by posing for iconic Ralph Lauren advertising campaigns photographed by the legendary fashion photographer, Bruce Weber. Acting was in Charlie Weber’s blood, and in no time he was off to Los Angles where he landed roles in the film Broken Hearts Club, the TV series Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and all three CSI: Crime Scene Investigation shows.

On ABC’s How to Get Away with Murder, Weber plays opposite Viola Davis who portrays Annalise Keeting, a powerful criminal defense lawyer and professor of law, who selects a group of students to intern at her firm and who are immediately involved in a murder. As for what it’s like working with the critically acclaimed Emmy Award winning actress, the former model reveals, “In the beginning you’re sort of awestruck by the fact of who is across from you. But over time, Viola has become a friend and a colleague and a mentor in a lot of ways—as far as acting is concerned. Now she’s just like my friend, “V”, and she is this warm, cool, funny person, and we just talk about our kids and what’s going on. It was intimidating to work with her at first, but now it’s just a real pleasure. She’s a really sweet person!”

Weber’s character Frank is a womanizing tough-guy on the legal drama series, which happens to be quite the opposite of the down to earth Midwestern actor. “I get to see the world through the eyes of a man that is very different from me,” Weber reveals. “Sometimes you see an actor playing a sort of a version of himself, whereas Frank and I have very little in common, so it is kind of cool to step out of myself and be him for a while. He is a really layered guy, and over the years it’s been interesting to see him change his persona and get to some sort of sense of honesty. Being able to get to explore this complicated man has been a real treat for me as an actor!”

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As for what viewers can expect to see on the fifth season?

During season four’s finale, viewers were left with many cliffhangers. One of the final scenes shows Frank speaking on the phone to a mystery person while he’s watching from a distance, a new character, Gabriel Maddox, sign up at Middleton University. Weber reveals, “The season is going to open up, and that is where you’re going to find Frank and figure out why he is there. Over the course of time, you will find out who is on the other end of that phone and who Gabriel Maddox is and what is he doing there.” He adds, “All of the cliffhangers will get addressed over the course of time.”

Aside from the hit TV show being a fascinating mystery series, the show addresses important issues and relationship dynamics such as addiction and LGBT affairs. When questioned about the show’s valuable content Weber responds, “For us, we are just making a show where people are living honest lives, you do find yourselves in these situations. We are just trying to portray real people, and if that can open up a dialogue about stuff, we are thrilled about that.”

When the busy Hollywood actor is not working, he is a devoted father and loves spending time with his 13 year old daughter. And what does Weber’s daughter think of her dad’s acting career? “She’s not impressed!” Weber reveals. The star explains how his daughter won’t be following in his footsteps to pursue an acting career . . . at least not for the moment. “That’s a good thing, and if she wanted to act, I would support that as well,” Weber explains. “She’s a little artist, and right now at 13, she wants to be an animator. She goes to animation camps, and her school offers a lot of cool art classes; we are just pursuing that for her right now. If that changes, I will support whatever else that she wants. She is a legit artist and she has that gift!”

Another very important aspect of the Jefferson City native’s weekly routine is carving out time for fitness. “I can’t go more than a few days without working out; it’s something I have been doing my whole life. It’s sort of a need and not even a choice, and I do enjoy it. It’s really a nice thing, and it’s a big part of my life. “Weber was extremely disciplined playing football in high school and college where he attended one year at the Univer“I really enjoy escaping sity of Missouri before moving to New York. He explains why into these characters. I he didn’t chose to pursue a footcan create a character ball career, “I will admit that leap to college where everyone was that can do anything. I big and strong and fast was such can create a character a leap in talent. It was cool to see but also kind of scary. I love that can do things that football very much, but I was losI am not capable of. . .” ing my passion to actually play it.

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I think to play at that level, you have to be all in; I wanted to go see what the world was all about, and my head was just already gone. It was a real pleasure to be part of that team for the year, but it just wasn’t my path, and I knew it, even when I went to that year of college. I just wanted to know for sure, and it became very clear.”

As for his love of the craft that helped cure his shyness as a kid, the former athlete reveals, “I always knew I wanted to act.

Despite being shy, it did help me come out of my shell in a way, yet I still felt safe. I really enjoy escaping into these characters. I can create a character that can do anything. I can create a character that can do things that I am not capable of, and I think I fell in love with that.” It’s been life altering that’s for sure. I always wanted to act, but as a kid from a small town in Missouri, you don’t know how that really works or what you can do, so I just sort of went out into the world and let it unfold, and luckily it worked out!”

ABC’s How to Get Away with Murder premiers Thursday, September 27th at 10/9 C

Executive Producer & Creative Director: Christine Montanti Photography: Ben Miller & ABC/Craig Sjodin D.P. of Video Production: Mike Cruz Set Assistant: Don Fitzgibbon Special Thanks to Cindy Habberstad

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JEAN SHAFIROFF AT THE PARRISH ART MUSEUM GALA - JULY 14, 2018.

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ANA OLIVEIRA THE PRESIDENT AND CEO OF THE NEW YORK WOMEN’S FOUNDATION

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As a former board member and a longtime supporter of The New York Women’s Foundation, one of my top goals has been to make sure that as many people as possible know about the work of The New York Women’s Foundation. Ana, can you tell our readers about the top three goals of the foundation?

Let me begin by thanking you for this opportunity. For over three decades, The New York Women’s Foundation has been working to ensure that women can thrive and live free of violence. In many ways we are one of the best-kept secrets. This is something we are working hard to change, and your support has been instrumental in raising our profile.

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ounded in 1987, The New York Women’s Foundation is the top women’s foundation in the U.S. and second in the world for grantmaking. The foundation boldly invests in organizations and female leaders that strive for justice, economic security, safety, and health for women and families. It promotes women’s leadership, gender equity, and asset-based community approaches. The foundation goes beyond funding to deliver the resources and networking opportunities that emerging organizations and leaders need in order to continue to progress and succeed.

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Jean Shafiroff, Anne Delaney, Diana Taylor, and Bill Cunningham (Annie Watt photos)

This Q&A is a perfect example. There are so many things that I would like the readers to know about our work, but if I have to pick three, they are the following. The foundation funds grass-roots, women-led nonprofits that have the solutions to improve economic opportunity, safety, and health for women and families in the most underinvested parts of New York City. What makes us unique is that, very often, we are the first or largest funder that an organization has—we’re not afraid to take risks. More than 80% of the organizations we’ve funded over our 31-year history are still in business serving their communities. Our donors see us as a great destination for their philanthropy because we invest in women’s leadership to ensure grantee partner success. In addition to supporting their missions financially, we invest in the leaders themselves. We equip them with coaching, training, and networking opportunities. We believe that collective giving is a powerful tool for making change. The money we invest is raised from women and men from all backgrounds and means—everyone is welcome. We are committed to the premise that everyone can and should be a philanthropist.

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This spring, you announced an exciting partnership with Tarana Burke, the founder of the Me Too Movement.

What are you planning to do together?

Many people think the Me Too Movement is new. In fact, Tarana Burke created Me Too more than a decade ago to help survivors realize that they were not alone. We thought, What if she had the attention and funding she deserved back then? How much further along would we all be? So we created our first national fund to support Tarana’s work and other community activists focused on preventing and ending sexual violence, with an emphasis on the healing and leadership of survivors. We are thrilled to have Tarana as a partner in this critical mission.

I am so pleased to host a cocktail party for the foundation at my home on September 17th. What can guests expect?

As a longtime ambassador for the foundation and former board member, one of the most powerful things you’ve been able to do for the foundation is build energy and excitement for our annual gala. You have done this through your wonderful tradition of hosting a pre-event gathering the month before the gala.

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Jean Shafiroff, Laurie Tisch, Anne Delaney, Thelma Goldin, and Ana Oliveira (Patrick McMullan)

It’s a generous gesture that is so much more than a party. It has been instrumental in engaging supporters in an exciting setting.

Champions who are willing to introduce us to their networks are absolutely key to increasing our audience and raising funds to support our mission. Events like your cocktail party provide a wonderful way to invite a grantee partner of ours to speak. We want our supporters to hear directly from community leaders about the work they are doing and about how our investment in their organizations is making a difference.

Can you tell our reader about the foundation’s upcoming annual gala on October 15?

We are proud to announce that we will celebrate the anniversary of the Me Too Movement at our Radical Generosity Gala at the Plaza Hotel. Jean, we are very pleased to have you as a co-chair once again. For sure, it will be an inspiring evening.

We will salute Tarana Burke and other leaders who have supported Tarana and the Me Too Movement. I can’t announce all of the honorees just yet, but I can confirm that the actress and activist Alyssa Milano will be with us.

Radical Generosity Gala Date: Monday, October 15, 2018 Time: from 6:30 to 9:30 pm Place: The Plaza Hotel This gala honors leaders in philanthropy, business, the arts, and social justice. The foundation hopes to raise $1.2 million during this elegant evening of dancing to live music, fine dining, and a silent auction.

For more information, please contact Christine Milano, the event manager, at 646.564.5975 or cmilano@nywf.org.

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ABOUT ANA OLIVEIRA Ana Oliveira is the president and CEO of The New York Women’s Foundation. Since 2006, under her leadership the foundation’s annual grants have increased from $1.700,000 to $9,000,000. Ana has served as co-chair of the Young Women’s Initiative. She is a commissioner of the NY Commission for Human Rights, a member of the Independent Commission for NYC Justice and Incarceration Reform, and is on the board of Philanthropy New York.

ABOUT JEAN SHAFIROFF Jean Shafiroff, a philanthropist, humanitarian, activist and author of the book Successful Philanthropy: How to Make a Life

by What You Give, is a volunteer leader of several charitable causes. She serves on the boards of seven charities: Mission Society, French Heritage Society, Couture Council, Jewish Board, Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation Honorary Board, Global Strays, and Southampton Bath and Tennis Club Charitable Foundation. In addition, Jean is an Ambassador for the American Humane Society and the Ambassador for the Southampton Shelter. Jean and her family reside in Manhattan and Southampton.

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Mission Impossible—Fallout Tom Cruise should finally get his Oscar for Mission Impossible–Fallout, the sixth and best of the series. The Academy has created a new category: Outstanding Achievement in Popular Film. Cruise’s top competition will be Black Panther.

Cruise said, “I love what I do; I take great pride in what I do. And I can’t do something halfway, three-quarters, ninetenths. If I’m going to do something, I go all the way. I go without sleep. I just go hard.” His co-star Henry Cavill, who also played Superman in Justice League earlier this year confessed, “I’m a giant softy, but I honestly think it’s probably considered more masculine to be emotionally connected.” Cruise’s leading lady, Rebecca Ferguson, said, “I’m actually playing a real bad***, after this: Rose the Hat, who likes torturing people in The Shining.

Alix Bénézech, Angela Bassett, Tom Cruise @ Mission Impossible: Fallout

Deep State The summer’s hottest TV shows are Paramount Network’s intriguing western drama Yellowstone, with Harrison Ford, and Fox’s exciting secret-agent thriller Deep State, about a former spy who is drawn into a covert intelligence war. The show stars macho Mark Strong of Sherlock Holmes and Kingsman fame, who just wrapped the DC Comics movie Shazam!

Strong says, “When I decided to crop what was left of my hair, I thought, It’s all over. I’m never going to work again. But what actually happens is your casting changes: you suddenly start to get a lot of villains, coppers, and soldiers roles.”

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Rebecca Ferguson, Michelle Monaghan, Vanessa Kirby @ Mission Impossible: Fallout

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Dr. Sherrell Aston, Muffie Potter Aston @ Alzheimer’s Association

Apollo in The Hamptons Billionaire Ron Perelman’s annual Apollo in the Hamptons benefit once again attracted more stars than all the other summer parties combined. Savvy Perelman had the starstudded concert live-streamed to his hospital bed when a bacterial infection prevented him from being at The Creeks, his $100-million estate in East Hampton. Among those performing were Coldplay’s Chris Martin, Pharrell, Shaggy, Chaka Khan, Jon Bon Jovi, Sting, and a riotous Jamie Foxx, who called Dakota Johnson’s father, Don Johnson, the sexiest man alive and then pulled the young philanthropist Roni Willett onto the stage to dance with him. Also at the event were Spike Lee, Anna Kournikova, Jimmy Fallon, Robert Downey Jr., Molly Sims, Zach Braff, and Jimmy Buffett. Over the years, this event has raised a staggering $20 million for the iconic Harlem theater’s educational programs. apollotheater.org

.Actress and Comedian Renee Willett Elisa Greenbaum & honoree Jean Shafiroff @ Hadassah Foundation

Karolína Kurková & Thalia @ The Apollo

Trudie Styler, Sting @ The Apollo

Noble Black, Marc Rozic @ God’s Love

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Mount Sinai: Children’s Mental Health

Mount Sinai’s Dr. Alexander Kolevzon

Nancy Chemtob

Attorney Nancy Chemtob co-hosted a benefit for Mount Sinai at the Water Mill home of Heller and Jeff Goldberg. There was a panel discussion led by Dr. Alex Kolevzon, the director of child and adolescent psychiatry for the Mount Sinai Health System.

Other panel members were doctors with different areas of expertise, including anxiety, addiction, attention deficit, learning disorders, eating and weight disorders, trauma, and autism. This was the first of several initiatives that will disseminate the knowledge of the hospital’s mental health professionals to the public. cmfb.com

Vintner, Prisoner, Soldier, Spy

Nick Korniloff and Brooke Shields in the Hamptons

Ivana Trump and Robert Cenedella

Dr. Kenneth Mark, the noted dermatologist with practices in Southampton, NYC, and Aspen, hosted a winetasting at his home on the East End. Guests included vintner Bettina Sichel, the owner of Laurel Glen Winery in Sonoma, which is famous for its cabernets. Bettina is the daughter of WW2 spy and CIA agent Peter Sichel, who created the successful Blue Nun wine brand. Peter’s book The Secrets of My Life: Vintner, Prisoner, Soldier, Spy was a best seller. The evening also served as the Hamptons launch of Tommy Tollesson’s new rosé, Entourage. Born in St.Tropez and raised in Aspen, Tommy runs Aspen’s hottest restaurant, Cloud 9 Alpine Bistro, where the rosé has become a best seller. Also raising a glass were Jean Louis Carbonnier, the U.S. rep for Chateau Palmer, known for its excellent Bordeaux wines, and Aleksandra Milicevic. drkennethmarkmd.com

Flying Point Surfing Shop

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Uma Thurman popped into Flying Point Surfing Shop on Main Street in Southampton with her two children. She bought them two butterfly nets, beach balls, and Thinking Putty, telling the kids: “Pick out whatever you want.” Later in the day, CNN’s Chris Cuomo was spotted buying three baseball caps to use on the boat he keeps in Sag Harbor to take the family to Sunset Beach. flyingpointsurf.com

Albert Einstein College of Medicine The Grammy Award-winning singer Linda Ronstadt and Douglas Elliman’s CEO, Dottie Herman, were honored at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine’s 64th annual Spirit of Achievement Luncheon. Previous honorees have included Renée Fleming and Candice Bergen. dottieherman.com

Welcome to St.-Tropez

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Dorinda Medley, Dr. Christopher Calapai

Michael B. Jordan turned heads at L’Opera, St.-Tropez’s sizzling hot spot, along with stem-cell expert Dr. Chris Calapai. Sexy waitresses carrying flaming torches brought Champagne to the table while the DJ played The Star Spangled Banner. As a salute to the patrons, the DJ plays a customer’s national anthem when they order magnums of bubbly. drcalapai.net

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ONE BLUE SWEATER By soMErs Farkas

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nce upon a time in the 1970s, a young, bright-eyed girl from Virginia received a special sweater of soft blue wool, with two zebras and a mountain stitched across the front. She wrote her name on the tag and wore it everywhere. When she outgrew her cherished sweater, she gave it to Goodwill.

About 15 years later, while working in Rwanda, she saw a young boy wearing that very sweater. She rushed over, and there, on its tag, was her handwritten name, Jacqueline Novogratz. To Jacqueline, this blue sweater proved human connectedness and how what we do (and don’t do) affects people all around the world. Her best-selling memoir is titled The Blue Sweater: Bridging the Gap between Rich and Poor in an Interconnected World.

In the early eighties, Jacqueline left a promising career on Wall Street and began a quest to change the way the world tackles poverty. In East and West Africa she met those exploited or overlooked and witnessed the cycle of dependency that governments and philanthropy often create for those in need.

Jacqueline wanted to bridge the gap between the social impact of pure philanthropy and the efficiency and scale of marketbased approaches.

Jacqueline realized that if capitalism can move markets, then businesses and entrepreneurs could create sustainable solutions to the problems of poverty. With moral imagination and a bit of audacity, Jacqueline founded Acumen in 2001—and revolutionized philanthropy. This nonprofit, global venture fund supports socially driven entrepreneurs, providing them with critical early-stage capital to achieve their visions. The organization invests philanthropic dollars, or “patient capital,” in start-ups that offer life-changing goods and services. These ventures create long-term solutions that strengthen societies and give individuals the chance to change their lives.

Since its inception, Acumen has invested over $114 million to build nearly 109 innovative enterprises that address the problems of low-income consumers across Africa, South Asia, Latin America, and the United States. Products and services range from solar lanterns to high-producing chickens to waterless toilets for slums that lack basic plumbing.

An example is d.light, one of Acumen’s first investments in solar energy. Sam Goldman, a Peace Corps volunteer in Benin, West Africa, founded the company after experiencing the inefficiencies and dangers of kerosene—toxic and flammable — in his non-electrified village, and, unfortunately, the predominant source of energy in West Africa and in most low-income communities around the world.

After a kerosene lamp tipped and burned Sam’s neighbors’ house to the ground, nearly killing their youngest son, Sam knew he had to do something to eliminate the use of kerosene around the world. With Acumen’s support, Sam has almost reached that goal.

In 2007, Sam and his partner, Ned Tozun, founded d.light, a social enterprise whose mission spurred its development of the world’s most affordable solar lanterns (A1), solar home systems, solar-powered cell-phone chargers, and HD TVs. Today, d.light has impacted more than 100 million lives across 62 countries, and is on track to become a multi-billion dollar Social Life

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social enterprise serving hundreds of millions of customers.

What about America? Low-income Americans also face acute challenges. Nearly 47 million live below the poverty line; close to 80 million can’t afford to see a doctor, and 68 million have either limited access to financial services or no bank account. In 2016, after 15 years of tackling poverty across the globe, Acumen turned its focus on the United States.

Seed and Series A capital for social enterprises are not readily available around the country; Acumen America, with critical early support provided by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, Barclays, and The Hitachi Foundation, launched a portfolio investing in three sectors it finds most strained: health, workforce development, and financial services. Together with private philanthropy, Acumen America invests in companies that develop sustainable business models to move millions of Americans out of poverty.

For example, Felix Ortiz III is a first-generation American whose love for the United States inspired him to enlist in the army after high school. After his service, Felix recognized that the army’s career and alumni programs were ill-equipped to SocialLifeMagazine.com

help him or many of his fellow veterans find a job. Felix knew he had to create a solution that would help veterans and others overlooked by employers because they lacked higher education or certifications.

In 2015, Felix launched Viridis, a cloud-based platform that connects veterans and community college students to employers with middle-skill positions. In 2017, Acumen invested early-stage capital in Viridis; today, the company has raised more than $10 million and partners with 24 college districts to serve more than 325,000 students. Viridis also partners with the California Community Colleges System, which adds an additional 114 schools and 2.3 million students that Viridis services.

These are two of many examples of how Acumen’s patient capital changes the narrative of poverty. There is a lot more to be done, but with Acumen leading the charge, many people’s lives will have happier endings.

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Chanel Korby was born and raised in New York City on the Upper West Side, the West Village, and the Upper East Side. She is a sales and marketing professional who has worked in Fortune 500 companies. She appeared on NBC’s Open House and in national/ international publications such as The Real Deal, Real Estate Weekly, and Epoch Times.

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Through the foundation’s collaborative group of world-class scientists, the Institute Without Walls, investigators share information and tools to speed the pace of cancer research. Since its inception in 1976, the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation has awarded approximately $100 million to support the work of more than 200 researchers across the globe.

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THE SAMUEL WAXMAN CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION THE 14TH ANNUAL HAMPTONS HAPPENING The 14th Annual Hamptons Happening celebrated the achievements and charitable contributions benefitting the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation (SWCRF) at Kenneth and Maria Fishel’s Bridgehampton estate. Hosting the most anticipated summer benefit was CBS 2 co-anchor Chris Wragge, who helped honor leading industry visionaries, including Matt Lambert, the executive chef and co-owner of The Musket Room and Michelin Star recipient; Ramy Brook Sharp, the founder and creative director of Ramy Brook; and Joe Farrell, the founder and president of Farrell Building Company.

The Hamptons Happening drew more than 300 distinguished guests in celebration of the foundation’s international efforts to cure cancer.

The event was chaired Marion N. Waxman (event cofounder), Karen Amster-Young (sponsorship chair), and Erica Linden-Fineberg (journal chair). The Hamptons Happening committee members included Chris Arlotta, Ellen Antonucci, Jordan Brail, Maria Fishel, Barbara Lambert, Jessica Mackin, Laurie Schaffran, Jake Taub, and Erin Woudsma.

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RACHEL’S RADAR INSPIRATION: WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO YOU? By raChEl hEllEr

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his summer I concentrated on empowering myself to make inspired change happen in my life by taking the initiative and being persistent about meeting my goals. Mindful living is extremely important to me because this is what can help me grow and expand my horizons. For example, I spent time visiting galleries and museums because I love art and it inspires me to be creative beyond my comfort zone.

This past Saturday, I ran into the furniture designer Max Eicke, whom I’ve known for a few years. This artisan in his 30s designs and creates unique contemporary furniture that he displays at Max ID Studio, in Bridgehampton (by appointment). His studio is truly inspiring and worthy of a visit.

In Sag Harbor I discovered an untouched strip of beach while visiting my family friend Vanessa Rome of Vanessa Rome Interiors. Her house is situated on a beach that recalls my memories of Romazzino beach in Sardinia. The home is perfectly Zen and was beautifully decorated by the gifted interior designer Vanessa herself. She has managed to incorporate the feeling of a top luxury spa into an everyday home you don’t want to leave. Sag Harbor itself has become an equally inspirational village for me with its unique contrast of new cool spots paired with old charming ones. This transcendent suburban vibe is unequaled.

Later that evening, I had another amazing experience as the day came to a close, in a way that was not the usual. My radar is always on the move, so I accepted an invitation to the omakase hotspot Sushi by Bou in Southampton. The restaurant has Blade aviation fly fresh sushi fish from NYC to ensure that it has the freshest fish on the East End. The tasting menu, bite by bite, and flavor by flavor, was revelatory about the possible artistry of sushi cuisine.

Prior to going to Sushi by Bou I stopped by the hip clothing store Cabana in Southampton for a new outfit. I found a fabulous ensemble perfect to wear for a Hamptons evening and off I went.

I look forward to sharing where my radar takes me in the next season. You may follow me on instagram @rachelhellerxo for more Radar excitement.

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The respective families of John Catsimatidis and Bruce Mosler were honored at the Southampton Hospital’s benefit. Chuck Scarborough emceed the event, which raised approximately $1.5 million for the Jenny and John Paulson Emergency Department. Guests included Howard Lorber and the Douglas Elliman CEO Dottie Herman, Jean and Martin Shafiroff, and Maria and Kenneth Fishel. southampton.stonybrookmedicine.edu

Lorraine Bracco was the grand marshal of the annual Hope for Depression Research Foundation’s Walk of Hope in Southampton. The organization was founded by Audrey Gruss. Robert Wilson, Jamee and Peter Gregory, Dr. Christopher Calapai, Scott Synder, Dr. Kenneth Mark, Janna Bullock, and Mayor Mike Irving helped raise $250,000. hopefordepression.org

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t’s a rare occasion when a property comes on the market that is architecturally exquisite, steeped in history, and ultimately breathtaking, but that’s exactly the case with 238 Main Street in Sag Harbor.

“From my perspective, 238 Main Street exemplifies the Hamptons, its unique aesthetic, and just about everything that makes it a desirable locale for the highest net-worth individual looking for a slice of provenance,” says Mark Baron of Brown Harris Stevens and an invitation-only member of Luxury Portfolio International.

Baron has anchored his partnership with fellow broker Jane Babcook. The pair are the new Hamptons super-team and share all exclusive listings. “To say 238 Main Street is one-of-a-kind is a bit of an understatement,” says Babcook. “This is the type of listing that makes me very proud to be in this business.”

This historic Nathan P. Howell house is the largest property on renowned and highly desirable Captain’s Row, and is a rare example of period architecture that has been impeccably renovated to the highest level.

Built in 1833, 238 Main represents Sag Harbor’s most elaborate Greek Revival architecture, expanded and remodeled in the Italianate style in 1850. Original details have been maintained and are found throughout, including double-hung sash windows, shutters, acanthus leaves, and exquisite moldings. The expert craftsmanship, fine millwork, antique wide-plank floors, and marble mantles will transport you back to a time when a person’s home was indeed a castle.

The main residence offers over 10,000 square feet of living space on four levels, featuring seven bedrooms, eight full and one half baths. Arched entries lead through gracious hallways to grand lightfilled parlors with ceilings that soar higher than 10 feet. This stylish landmark home also features a superbly appointed epicurean kitchen, nine fireplaces, two staircases, an elevator, and a cupola.

Rare for an in-town property, 238 Main Street is situated on over an acre of pristine land in the heart of the village. It’s absolutely unique. The elaborately landscaped grounds and beautiful gardens provide the utmost in privacy and include a gunite pool and a fourbay, climate-controlled garage with an art studio attached.

“Each summer, people always ask which property is my favorite listing, and this one is at the top of the list,” says Baron. “Both Jane and I consider it an absolute privilege to represent the most prestigious property in the village. The Howell home dates back to the most successful whaling families on the East Coast, making it particularly special for Jane and me, who are both entranced by the water.”

Baron and Babcook were the obvious choice to list 238 Main Street. Industry leaders, they now comprise “Hamptons Luxury Agents.” The pair has established strong connections, particularly in New York and Florida, expanding their reach and creating even more value for their clients by putting their listings front and center in some of the most affluent markets, including Europe.

The asking price is $14,750,000.

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DOTTIE HERMAN CEO OF DOUGLAS ELLIMAN

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EYE ON REAL ESTATE Dottie Herman is the CEO of Douglas Elliman and a radio host. Herman, who owns thirty percent of the company, purchased it in 2003 in partnership with Howard Lorber, and today Douglas Elliman has over $27 billion in annual sales and 7,000 real estate agents.

Herman is self-made, starting as a broker on Long Island and later building Prudential Real Estate into a powerhouse in the region. Once established in the Hamptons, Herman realized that all the competing firms were local. “We opened in Manhattan, and I was the first company with an agency that ran from Manhattan to Montauk,” Herman says.

On her popular longtime radio show, Eye on Real Estate, she and other experts give advice on real estate, including legal and mortgage topics. Podcasts are available from iTunes.

PHILANTHROPY Herman is active in a number of charitable causes, including those supporting research in heart disease and breast cancer. She has long been affiliated with the Breast Cancer Research Fund, founded by the late Evelyn Lauder. She is also involved in Stony Brook Hospital’s pediatric oncology program.

This spring, she was one of the recipients of an Ellis Island Medal of Honor. Her fellow 2018 honorees were Prince Albert of Monaco and Rita Moreno. “It was very patriotic, and I was very proud to be an American,” Herman says.

HONORED AT THE UN Last year, Herman was honored at the UN, receiving the Pioneer Award for Business at the organization’s Women’s Entrepreneurship Day event. Instead of a trophy, needy African children participating in an art therapy program gave her a painting they’d made themselves.

“They got a picture of me, and they painted themselves and me in the picture,” she says. “They were little kids, and they painted an award for me, and it was so touching that I will treasure it for the rest of my life.” This fall Dottie will be honored at Denise Rich’s Angel Ball.

MENTORING Even as a top executive of a large company, Herman takes the time to mentor others. “At the end of the day, I think when you’re a leader, whether you’re male or female, people look up to you and respect you, and really my biggest passion is being able to give back and make a difference in people’s lives.”

She feels that everybody needs a little reassurance at times. “I get a lot of joy out of doing that, being there and helping people, and showing them that you can grow to wherever you want if you really want to do it.”

ADVOCATE FOR WOMEN Herman also advocates for women over 50 in the workplace. “I really think that you can almost become invisible, and I work on awareness, on giving those women confidence. You have to really feel confidence in yourself and what you do and who you are.”

SOULCYCLE AFICIONADO Herman is a longtime SoulCycle member. “My first spin was at Sag Harbor 20 years ago, when no one even heard of it.”

And she loves the ocean. “There’s something about the ocean; it moves me; it’s got a personality of its own.”

COLLECTS SHOES Another passion is shoes, but Herman goes beyond the closetful of designer footwear. She collects actual shoes and miniature versions, and displays them as artwork. “My collection includes shoes from different eras, from the 1800s to the 1970s when the wedges were in,” she says. “Well, they’re back in again.”

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s a seasoned, licensed associate real estate broker with Saunders & Associates, I’d like to share some tips about building in the Hamptons and how to identify investment value in the properties.

It’s all about the land.

Once you’ve identified that special parcel, then build a smart house filled with all the must-haves that buyers today demand. And build to the reasonable dimensions that today’s buyers want.

After years of showing and selling homes in the Hamptons, gleaning buyer feedback along the way, and really studying and understanding local market data, I believe the answer to building value in the Hamptons real estate market is not complicated but takes planning and commitment. Here are a few important things to consider: a a a

$3MM market, especially if they are looking for a new home. At this price point, most, if not all, of the new and loaded houses are asking $4MM++ for houses that are 5,000 square feet and more. But the market for these larger, more expensive houses is lukewarm at best.

Times have changed . . . today’s buyer is happy in their 1,500-squarefoot New York City apartment and will be equally happy in a reasonably sized, four-bedroom home under $3MM. But we have a very limited inventory to show, unless it’s in a challenged location or requires a big renovation project. The latter is a smart buyer-strategy, if you have the time and energy.

A perfect example of what I’m talking about.

5 Rolling Wood Lane, East Hampton, is a newly built and custom-designed classic colonial that belongs on the pages of a storybook. It’s 3,600 square feet and the asking price is $2,500,000.

Work with a veteran local broker who knows the market and then partner with a fair and quality builder.

Build a simple house that most people will like. Don’t build a spec house or a McMansion.

Build a smart mini-estate and load it with all of the modern amenities and extras people want.

What do people want? They want: Newly built on a nice quiet street; privately sited and professionally landscaped; loaded with today’s amenities like a great room, big doors and windows, a mudroom, beautiful bedrooms and bathrooms (all en-suite), upstairs laundry, open-kitchen with island, outside covered dining; walk-out and fully-finished lower-level with steps to a bluestone patio around a sunny pool, a mahogany outdoor shower, and a beautiful newly sodded yard that is flat for throwing/ kicking a ball.

And, yes, this list is a result of what every buyer has either specifically asked for or what I have literally lost a deal over.

Local market data and thoughts: There is little or no inventory to show buyers looking in the under

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s a top 10 agent at Douglas Elliman Real Estate in Southampton, I have helped my beloved clients and customers purchase and sell real estate from Southampton to Amagansett.

Living in Water Mill with my husband, two children, and a Jack Russell and Labrador pup.

I certainly relate to those who want the best for their families. Properties in the Hamptons are exquisite. Whether it’s a house with a lot of opportunity or an oceanfront masterpiece, there is a home for everyone who has a taste for fine real estate.

I very much value the relationships I have built with business owners, local farmers, and families who have called this home for hundreds of years, and feel honored to be a part of this community.

The Hamptons has so much to offer anyone looking for that perfect property, including the most breathtaking landscapes in the world, a sophisticated yet relaxed lifestyle, world-class dining, shopping, art venues and an amazing setting for fun, family, and friends.

I have intricate knowledge of the East End market and would love to assist in selling one’s largest asset or finding one’s next sound real estate investment.

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EMERALD ENVY Emerald, the favorite jewel of Queen Cleopatra, still captivates the fashion and design world. It has been written by a noted gemologist that, “All the green of nature is concentrated in the Emerald.� Nature inspires interior design and these art, accessory, furniture, and botanical pieces will enhance your home with this richly saturated hue.

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MARK WAHLBERG “I’m honored to be here,” said Mark Wahlberg before cutting the ribbon at the official opening of Ocean Resort Casino on June 28th. “It’s such an amazing opportunity for everybody to be a part of the community, to be a part of our family, to share our family’s experience with the families of Atlantic City and the people who come from all over the world to visit this great destination.” The movie star added that his brother Paul had joined him for the ceremony, and that AC is close enough to his home in Boston that his mother, Alma, can drive there. She came to the grand opening as well, along with his wife, Rhea, and their four kids.

A RENAISSANCE FOR ATLANTIC CITY The opening of Ocean Resort marks a rebirth for Atlantic City.

The 60-story luxury hotel boasts a 138,000-square-foot casino, 160,000 square feet of meeting and convention space, over 1,300 luxurious guest rooms, oceanfront amenities, nightlife options, and 16 restaurants, including the chef Marc Forgione’s American Cut (americancutsteakhouse.com), Dolce Mare, Amada, and Harper’s—all run by renowned chefs.

BOARDWALK EMPIRE Wahlberg is no stranger to Atlantic City. He was a producer on Boardwalk Empire, HBO’s Prohibition-Era-drama set in Atlantic City, and that ran for five seasons. “It’s great to see how much development has gone on even since the last time I was here,” Wahlberg told the crowd. “The city has continued to grow and to flourish, and I’m honored to be a part of it.” Bruce Deifik, Ocean Resort’s developer and majority owner, is bullish on Atlantic City, noting Stockton University’s new $220-million campus, a huge medical center expansion, and other new developments in the city.

MARK WAHLBERG, AN INVESTOR Wahlberg and Diefik are friends, but the actor did not simply lend his star power to the opening ceremony as a favor; he’s an investor in Ocean Resort Casino. “Mark loved the idea of being involved in such a beautiful place, and he also thinks that Atlantic City has turned the corner, building a solid foundation under its feet,” Deifik explains.

IVAN KANE’S ROYAL JELLY BURLESQUE Ivan Kane is a burlesque legend, opening his first club in L.A., and another in Las Vegas. The Los Angeles Times described it as “truly burlesque reinvented.” This outpost at Ocean features dancing and burlesque on multiple stages, with overthe-top costuming and light shows. Expect classic burlesque to a swinging live jazz band, plus an outrageous, extravagant burlesque show set to rock ’n’ roll music. royaljellyac.com

1,399 ROOMS & SUITES AND MORE ON THE WAY There are 1,399 rooms at the Ocean Resort Hotel Casino, and every single one features unobstructed views of the ocean through floor-to-ceiling windows. If you get tired of watching the rolling tide, you can watch your 46-inch flat-screen television from your huge bed. My favorite is the one-bedroom corner suite, which has a separate living area and an extra half bath.

Everything is state of the art, with fine millwork, and large, luxurious baths stocked with Molton Brown body and hair care products. Over the next 18 months, Deifik plans to add more rooms in the the main tower, bringing the total room count to nearly 2,000 rooms. theoceanac.com Social Life

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BRUCE DEIFIK MEET THE HOTELIER

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OCEAN RESORT CASINO Bruce Deifik had never set foot in Atlantic City until May of 2017, but one year later, he opened the city’s newest mega property: Ocean Resort Casino. Previously the $3-billion hotel casino Revel had gone into bankruptcy, and Deifik put down a nonrefundable $10-million deposit to take over the contract. “Over the last 15 months, I’ve lived in Atlantic City 90 percent of the time, leaving my home and offices in Denver to make sure that we got this done right,” Deifik said shortly after the June opening.

ATLANTIC CITY He’s bullish on Atlantic City and its future. I looked around and started to understand the history of AC, the people, the beach, the boardwalk, and the ocean,” said. Deifik fell in love with the project. “I looked at the property and I realized it wasn’t just one of the great properties in Atlantic City; it was one of the great properties in the world,” he said.

“There are not many properties that are architecturally more beautiful, more capable, and higher-quality construction than Ocean Resort Casino.” The building is the tallest in Atlantic City, and the second tallest in New Jersey. The building was newly built and didn’t operate for very long before closing, which helped in getting it up and running in a short time. “It was in very good condition,” Deifik said.

Their first step was listening to what people liked and did not like about the Revel, and a big one was that the property had not been open to the boardwalk. There was a wall—Deifik likens it to a prison wall—that he took down and replaced with a set of grand staircases that lead to the boardwalk.

THE CASINO They rearranged the entire casino floor, putting in the latest machines. “The flow and the sightlines are completely different from before. We changed every filter in the place, every light bulb, every drain, all of the basic stuff.” Everything was painted, cleaned, and scrubbed. In the hotel rooms, most of the carpeting was changed, and the millwork upgraded, even though the rooms were in immaculate shape. “We paid very close attention to what people said that we need to do, and we did it,” Diefik said. “So the bottom line is there’s nothing that customers felt was an issue that we haven’t addressed, and we continue to address. At the same time, we’re doing other things that we felt needed to be changed to make the property more viable.”

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Shanina Shaik, Bruce Deifik and Heidi Klum at Ocean Resort Casino

TOPGOLF & SPORTS BETTING CENTER They brought in Topgolf, added a sports-betting center, and have an ownership stake in all 16 of the restaurants on the property, which helps them provide topnotch service and better accommodate patrons. “There’s great optionality here,” says Deifik. “You can stay at our place and go to a concert at the Hard Rock, or vice versa.

You can stay at the Borgata, come eat dinner at our place. You can play Topgolf at our place, go to the other places, walk the boardwalk, get on the beach. A lot of other areas that have one property or many don’t have that kind of optionality.” theoceanac.com

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JOEY MORRISSEY CLUB KING IN ATLANTIC CITY

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Heidi Klum and Joey Morrissey at HQ2

OCEAN RESORT CASINO Having run some of the Hamptons and the city’s most successful nightspots, including Pink Elephant, M2 Ultra Lounge, Crobar, and Mansion, Joey Morrissey brings a wealth of experience to his latest venture, HQ2 Beachclub & Nightclub at Atlantic City’s Ocean Resort Casino. HQ2 will be open all year and has already attracted Mark Wahlberg, Heidi Klum, Jamie Fox, and Victoria’s Secret Angels Alessandra Ambrosia, Leomie Anderson, and Shanina Shaik.

NIGHTLIFE INNOVATOR During Morrissey’s 30 years in the business, he pioneered nightlife innovations such as promoters to bring crowds to clubs, bottle service as a way to increase revenues, and an early YouTube channel that broke ground in the days before social media.

In addition to running his own venues, Morrissey was the go-to person who brought in crowds and renowned DJs to such legendary venues as Studio 54, Palladium, China Club, Roxy, Tunnel, Limelight, Pangea, Marquee, and many others in the city and the Hamptons.

To fill these vast spaces, Morrissey came up with the concept of hiring club promoters: the people who put you on their lists at the door. “I started the promoter system. It’s based on a Wall Street principal,” he explains. “I was like the top broker who has many brokers under him. My promoters brought in people, and they in turn brought in more people . . . And then I started making lists.” All of that kept drawing more and more people, so he had to find larger spaces and ways to accommodate everyone. “So I started doing a Friday, a Saturday, a Sunday, a Monday, a Tuesday. Soon I was doing seven days a week.”

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Morrissey got his start in the 1970s, before the era of cellphones and the internet, so he was always collecting contact data in order to get in touch with people. Voila, the door-list was born. And flyers were the way to get the word out. “I created the whole guerrillamarketing concept, where you hand out a million flyers. The other club owners hated me,” he says. But they all followed suit.

Morrissey says he was not the first person to establish bottle service, but he was the person who turned it into an industry staple as we know it today, starting back in 1996. He had a perfectly sound business reason for instituting bottle service: increasing revenues in small venues. Even with a door fee, only a limited number of people could fit inside. He set up banquettes to the side so his better Social Life

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customers could be more comfortable in a crowded space. A group he worked with in the Hamptons liked what Morrissey had done, and they later opened a club in Miami called Chaos that was strictly bottle service. “I think they’ll probably be the guys who’ll be credited with it,” Morrissey says.

SOUND FACTORY— PIONEERING THE DJ AS STAR In 1998, as DJs were beginning to rise to fame, Morrissey was promoting the opening of Sound Factory, in Manhattan, and focused on just the DJ, a tactic that proved wildly successful. He went on to work with the biggest names in the business, including Swedish House Mafia, DJ AM, DJ Khaled, DJ Clue, Jazzy Jeff, Jermaine Dupri, and Funkmaster Flex, to name a few.

“There were some big DJs, but the most you ever paid them was $1,000,” he says. Sound Factory had a fantastic sound system, and the owner wanted him to promote the music as the main attraction.

It worked, but Morrissey says he didn’t realize at the time how it was changing the industry. “The DJs started to become bigger than the promoters, so then DJ prices started to go up.”

In the late 1990s, Morrissey booked Dutch DJ Tiesto at Limelight, and paid him $2,000 plus airfare and hotel. “I don’t know where all these people came from, but it was packed,” he says. The gig was such a success that afterward an agent guaranteed Tiesto $1 million per year. “That started it,” says Morrissey. “All the clubs started paying these DJs a tremendous amount of money.”

YOUTUBE PIONEER BEFORE PHONE CAMERAS In 2007, Morrissey started filming at his Chelsea clubs and posting the videos online. Back then, if you had a digital camera, the videos were dark and grainy, especially in dim club lighting. There was a simple reason behind this pioneering push online: he wanted people to see what was happening at his nightspots. “I would do press and they would read about it, but nobody could actually see what it looked like,” he says. Morrissey’s brother was in TV production, so Morrissey hired one of his cameramen who was good at editing, and posted the videos on his website.

“I was ahead of my time,” he says. His website looked more like a TV channel because you could click on different videos, and he posted lots of photos, giving it a sort of Facebook vibe. “I was doing social media but I didn’t know how to monetize it. That’s when YouTube had just come out. It was in the beginning stages, so I started before anybody did it,” Morrissey says. “I started editing and producing. If you look at my videos, they look like they’ve been done today.”

The videos started getting millions of views, and YouTube contacted Morrissey, inviting him to be an affiliate. “I’m like, what the hell does that mean?” he laughs. They wanted to give him his own channel. “So I signed up for it, and then I started getting checks from them. And I used that money to pay the cameraman.”

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Alessandra Ambrosio and Joey Morrissey at HQ2

MORRISSEY BROUGHT BIG-NAME CELEBRITIES TO HIS CLUBS Morrissey conceived the concept of paying celebrities, including Kim Kardashian, to show up at his clubs. He would ask them to host a party, and then promote the fact to fill the space. His venues housed parties for the NBA and NFL, the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, MTV, the Tribeca Film Festival, and numerous movie premieres. P. Diddy threw his son a birthday party where Nicki Minaj performed, and it was broadcast live on MTV. Beyoncé and Jay Z were also regular guests. Madonna, Mariah Carey, Alicia Keys, Snoop Dogg, Lenny Kravitz, Motley Crue, Twisted Sister, Quiet Riot, Sebastian Bach, Rihanna, Drake, Prince, Kiss, Snoop Dogg, Britney Spears, Eminem, and Mary J. Blige were among the stars who performed live at his clubs.

MARK WAHLBERG IN ATLANTIC CITY This fall and winter you can expect to see more famous faces at HQ2. Mark Wahlberg has taken an ownership stake in the Ocean Resort Casino, and is opening up a branch of his Wahlburgers restaurant in the hotel. The actor also plans to open a bar here with either an Entourage or Boardwalk Empire theme that Morrissey is helping to design. Wahlberg came to the June opening of the property with a TV crew to shoot scenes for an episode of his A&E show Wahlburgers. “The next day we played golf and made plans for events later this year,” said Morrissey. hq2ac.com

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YEAR ROUND TRANQUILITY AMANGANI IN JACKSON HOLE

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hen most people think about Jackson Hole, they think about skiing. Personally, I’ve had my fill of ski trips after having grown up in Newton, Massachusetts, where tackling the slopes was the recreational go-to. The one thing that I have never been able to get enough of and am always amazed by is the unparalleled natural beauty of the mythic American West.

Wyoming, with one of the smallest populations in the United States and a plethora of parks, has an untouched appeal. Jackson Hole is near Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone National Park, offering an incredible opportunity to commune with nature and explore the varied topography of the area.

Perched on a cliff overlooking sweeping views of the Tetons, Amangani offers a unique balance of luxury and rustic

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natural beauty. Built with sandstone and redwood, the hotel’s architecture organically reflects the sylvan nature of the world around it. Inside, elegant wood furniture, Native American objects d’art, cozy fireplaces, and stone walls create a Western ambiance that completely transports the weary traveler. Composed of a collection of stunning suites, the hotel provides private balconies in every room. Yet the most breathtaking moment for most visitors has to be the sprawling sandstone terrace that allows for sweeping views of the magnificent mountain range while enjoying the heated pool.

If you visit Amangani in the winter, you will, of course, end up enjoying the slopes, but for many, Amangani is an ideal destination year-round. Located in the midst of the largest Social Life

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forest in the United States, it offers many activities to enjoy, such as hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, and fishing. Amangani has in-house naturalists and wildlife experts who also serve as tour guides. Private tours of Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks are an activity that should not be missed. On these tours you can expect to not only see the beautiful landscape but also see wolves, bald eagles, bears, elk, or moose, at times with their young. If walking through nature is something you crave, the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem has stunning river bottoms and forests to explore. A popular hike includes riding the aerial tram—the highest lift service in the area—to the top of the ski resort and then hiking down. Guests can request a tour guide or be adventurous and SocialLifeMagazine.com

attempt independent excursions into the wilderness.

With so many incredible amenities, the hotel is the sole destination for some. Why leave the resort when you can spend the day at the pool or relaxing at your oversized balcony with a good book. Amangani boasts a fantastic spa. Rooted in Ayurveda and traditional Chinese medicine, the Aman Spa offers hot stone massages, body polishes, facials, and wrap rituals, to name a few. With so much to explore inside and outside this fantastic destination, Amangani in Jackson Hole is an idyllic and luxurious experience that cannot be missed!

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SHANGRI-LA’S VILLINGILI RESORT & SPA PERFECTION IN THE MALDIVES By liZaBEth ZinDEl

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s the sea plane flies over the expansive turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, it reveals a hidden corner of the world reserved for natural perfection. Welcome to the Maldives. This archipelago of 1,192 corals islands is known for its pure white beaches, over-water bungalows, and resorts with five-star service.

Located on the Maldives’ most southerly atoll, the magnificent Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa beckons visitors like a romantic castaway isle. In a world of its own, the celebrated hotel is the only Maldivian resort located south of the equator. The heart-shaped atoll has some of the biggest islands in the Maldives and has a stunning coral reef formation that is the largest in the country. At this exclusive retreat, the white-sand beaches, turquoise waters, and emerald green jungle will leave you in wonderment. All clocks on Villingili Island are set one hour ahead. This extra hour is a gift for enjoying more daylight at this blissful retreat.

Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa offers a total of 132 luxurious villas decorated in a contemporary Asian style. The Pool Villas are surrounded by lush forest and offer views of the ocean. Perched among treetops, the Tree Villas feature sweeping views of the ocean while providing a secluded hideaway. Built on stilts over the resort’s secluded lagoon are 60 delightful Water Villas. The spacious Water

Villas are a delightful place to spend the day relaxing on the private terrace or lounging in a hammock. It’s also an ideal place to take a dip in the lagoon and snorkel among turtles, rays, and sailfish.

Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa offers a wonderful array of activities. On land, guests can bike through the resort’s jungle, dive into lagoons, or play a round at the only 9-hole golf course in the Maldives. Off shore, an aquatic playground of wave-surfing, kayaking, sailing, and snorkel gardens await. For diving enthusiasts, there are more than 25 dive sites teeming with marine life, including manta rays year-round. There is also the dramatic 140-meter British Loyalty shipwreck for experienced divers to explore.

Don’t miss the chance to take a cruise and see hundreds of spinner dolphins chasing your boat.

Spanning over 16,700 square meters, the

Located on the Maldives’ most southerly atoll, the magnificent ShangriLa’s Villingili Resort & Spa beckons visitors like a romantic castaway isle. In a world of its own, the celebrated hotel is the only Maldivian resort located south of the equator.

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divine CHI spa is its own village within the resort. Eleven spacious treatment villas offer the CHI signature spa-within-a-spa concept, featuring private treatment rooms, lounging areas, steam rooms, outdoor gardens, and bathing facilities, along with two meditation pavilions and a yoga pavilion with views overlooking the Indian Ocean.

At this luxurious sanctuary, you can enjoy yoga as well as signature therapies like the Himalayan healing stone massage and the Mountain Tsampa rub based on the ancient healing traditions of the mystical Himalayan region.

The children’s Cool Zone provides a lively place for active children 3 to 12 to enjoy complimentary fun-filled activities, from nature treks with a local naturalist to cooking classes and pirate adventures. There are also many scheduled activities to be shared by adults and kids like glass-bottom boat rides, coral planting, coconut-leaf origami, and traditional Maldivian night fishing.

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taurants: Fashala, Dr. Ali’s, and Javvu. The outstanding and flavorful dishes use local produce from the surrounding waters and neighboring farms. It’s a thrill to enjoy such delectable meals in the resort’s intoxicatingly beautiful atmosphere. The five-star property also has three excellent bars to enjoy a drink and soak in the island’s beauty.

The resort’s expert chefs love creating special meals as part of the bespoke “Dine by Design” service. Memorable and imaginative dining experiences include lunch on the equator aboard a luxury yacht and dining in the jungle by torchlight.

Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa is one of the most beautiful hotels in the world. A stay at this award-winning property will fulfill both your ultimate castaway fantasy and your dreams of being indulged in the utmost luxury.

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BAROS MALDIVES AN ICON OF TRANSCENDANT BEAUTY By liZaBEth ZinDEl

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f you are searching for the epitome of luxury and transcendent beauty, you must book your stay immediately at Baros Maldives.

Built in harmony with nature, the mesmerizing resort was one of the first to open in the Maldives. Since 1973, the property has set the benchmark for luxury mixed with heartfelt Maldivian hospitality. Over the years, Baros has refined its services and the result is a captivating resort that has won countless international accolades.

During your visit, you have the choice to stay in handcrafted villas positioned on gleaming white sand or built over the majestic turquoise ocean. The accommodations are adorned with daybeds on their sun decks to take in the sea by day and the stars at night— and many come with their own private infinity plunge pools. The architecture and interiors of the villas reflect a refined aesthetic and use materials indigenous to the island.

You will find the best snorkeling of your life at the vibrant house reef that surrounds the island, filled with fishes, turtles, rays

and living coral. The resort is dedicated to protecting its natural environment and runs an exceptional coral regeneration program.

There are also 30 dive sites and one ancient shipwreck within 50 minutes of Baros, some of them ranked among the top ten in the Maldives.

Gorgeous Baros is only a 25-minute speedboat cruise from Velana, the Maldives international airport near the capital island city of Male. The moment you arrive at the hotel, you are overcome with a sense of peacefulness and tranquility. It is hard to imagine a place more intoxicatingly beautiful on this Earth. From sunrise to sundown, it’s a joy to spend every moment on this enchanted island as the landscape is continually recast in changing vibrant hues.

During your stay, it’s a magnificent experience to take a ride on the resort’s sailing boat Nooma, which means blue flower. With its locally crafted, elegant curved prow, a vast single sail, roof thatched with palm leaves, and sarong-clad crew of four, the 62-foot vessel Social Life

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is modeled on the traditional Maldivian dhoni sail boat. Nooma is available to take you for a sunset sail, a romantic dinner, or an excursion to a secret reef for snorkeling.

The friendly Guest Experience staff creates additional bespoke experiences, including an excursion around the islands in the resort’s private motor yacht, Serenity; a half-day big-game fishing trip; and, if you are feeling adventurous, the opportunity to swim with sharks.

Baros offers three restaurants with a variety of cuisine to suit every palate. It is pure magic eating during sunset at the resort’s fine dining establishment, The Lighthouse Restaurant. With your table perched over the water, the chef offers delectable cuisine, including sensational local seafood like seared sea scallops and Asian spice grilled mahi-mahi fillets. For destination dining, you can enjoy an unforgettable private dinner on a remote sandbank or on the Piano Deck, a wooden platform that appears to be floating in the middle of the lagoon. As you dine in one of these romantic destinations, it SocialLifeMagazine.com

feels as if you have slipped into an enchanted dream.

For further relaxation, the resort’s Serenity Spa is an oasis where you can create your own spa program of indulgent beauty rituals.

The haven for relaxation offers daily yoga sessions and therapeutic massages that give guests a sense of balance and calm. Other treatments include the spa lavender and lime ceremony, classic Balinese and Thai massage, nourishing nectar body wrap, and thousand flower detox wrap.

With its outstanding service and majestic beauty, Baros Maldives brings new meaning to the definition of paradise. From the moment you set foot on the island, you are filled with an expansive sense of freedom and beauty. And after you leave, you carry that feeling of tranquility and joy with you back home.

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BREATHING SPACE IN LOS CABOS CHILENO BAY RESORTS & RESIDENCES By anthony MiChaEl Bedroom with a view

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igger is always better. Chileno Bay Resorts & Residences, Los Cabos’s premier beachfront resort and residential villa community in Cabo, is expanding. In fact, the secluded ocean-side retreat will unveil 28 new beachfront villas, 12 hotel rooms and suites, and a variety of social and culinary amenities this fall.

Sprawled over 22 acres, Chileno Bay Resort & Residences is a contemporary, beachfront community nestled along the tip of the incomparable California Baja Peninsula. The bay is a unique protective cove edged with pristine beaches and unusually tranquil waters, and the resort provides the ideal setting for active exploration and complete rejuvenation. It also allows access to one of Cabo’s only year-round swimmable beaches, one of the many differentiators of the property.

The resort offers breathtaking views of the Sea of Cortez, with contemporary architecture that incorporates local cultural influences. With simple, direct forms, the villas are clean, light, and airy and feature open-concept living with floor-to-ceiling windows and doors that open to ample private terraces.

Ground-floor villas all have private, in-ground pools and spas, while upper-level villas have Jacuzzis on the spacious, open-air balconies. All villas are equipped with indoor-outdoor gourmet kitchens with Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, immaculate finishes and fixtures, and distinct artisanal furnishings and artwork.

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introduction of two-bedroom villas, penthouses, and more options for the popular four-bedroom villas. Two-bedroom villas boast 2,323 square feet of AC space, while four-bedroom units span 3,234 square feet with an additional 1,000 square feet of outdoor living space. The current offering starts at $2,500,000.

New community amenities that appeal to the whole family— specifically, more opportunities for young adults to meet peers and simply have fun—are also part of the property’s latest enhancements. The Young Adults’ Club is a casual space for gathering, with a recording studio, gaming center, onsite photography coordinator, and mocktail bar. Other additions include a coffee shop and a new dining venue, joining existing culinary concepts COMAL, which serves a menu of Latin American-inspired cuisine alongside a liveaction raw bar, and TnT, a relaxed beachside taco and tequila bar.

Chileno Bay also includes a private beach club, a three-tiered infinity swimming pool with an oceanfront hot tub and fire pits, a Tom Fazio-designed golf course, extensive spa, fitness center and movement studio, a kids’ club, owners’ lounge, and H2O Cave (the resort’s waterfront sports center). The prime perch is the former home of historic Hotel Cabo San Lucas, the area’s first luxury hotel frequented by old-Hollywood stars like John Wayne and Bing Crosby.

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UNUSUAL. PRIVATE. EXCLUSIVE. BANYAN TREE MAYAKOBA By anthony MiChaEl

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ith no shortage of five-star resorts seeking to establish themselves as go-to properties, it often may be challenging for you to cut through the maze of options and land on a true gem . . . especially when you’re definitely not seeking a diamond in the rough.

On this list you most assuredly will find Banyan Tree Mayakoba, and when you do, your research should come to an end. Located on the shores of Mexico’s famed Riviera Maya, this resort brings new meaning to luxury south of the border, with the added bonus of true convenience: boasting only a few short hours of flight time from New York City and other East Coast metro areas, it has become something of an attention grabber.

But don’t let the renown get in the way of your penchant for unusual, private and the exclusive. With Banyan Tree, it’s check, check, and check! The resort is nestled along the edge of the exotic Mayan jungle and flawlessly blends Mexican culture, Asian hospitality, and pure nature and serenity. All 123 elegantly designed private villas— from secluded garden villas to three-bedroom beachfront villas—feature spacious outdoor areas, private pools, and unique layouts. Finally,

while the accommodations speak for themselves, the wellness and spa options in addition to the fabulous cuisine make for an experience unrivaled by its peers.

From the minute you enter the property (and here’s a differentiator: you will do so less than an hour after landing), you are swept away to a completely different world. Located in the heart of Mayakoba, the 1,600-acre resort enclave is nestled between miles of meandering lagoons and the Caribbean. Beyond the white sand beaches and turquoise waters, you can discover natural dunes, intricate coral reefs, and nature’s bounty in freshwater lagoons and mangroves.

The white-glove service will instantly put you at ease and convince you that no whim is out of reach. But, before digging deeply into the details of your visit, you’ll want to get settled in. An impressive mix of villas can accommodate various size parties and offer different views. While all offerings are spectacular, you cannot beat the beachfront three-bedroom pool villa. This exclusive beachside enclave features a selection of special services and amenities, including a heated pool and bubbling jet pool.

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You’ll want to plan your culinary outings carefully because, with more than a dozen options, it will be a challenge to dine at every restaurant, but you should try. Here’s the 411 on what’s hot this season.

The resort just introduced TEN, a new pop-up restaurant offering Peruvian and Japanese cuisine, which quite successfully riffs on the fusion mindset elsewhere on the property. Dishes include sushi, ceviche, beef teriyaki and (hold us back) black shrimp aguachile.

Also new is an Italian cooking class where guests can learn to make fresh pasta from scratch. This is in addition to established Thai and Mexican cooking classes.

For the previously initiated, you know that you can’t beat HAAB, a unique interactive outdoor dining experience that brings to life ancient Mayan traditions, culture, and cuisine. As newbies, we raised an eyebrow when we were escorted into the jungle by Mayan warriors dressed in full garb with face paint and feather headdresses, beating drums, and carrying fire-lit torches (think Survivor meets the Hawaii episode of The Brady Bunch). Following a sundown ritual, the warriors told stories of ancient Mayan culture and customs, as all guests actively participate in the preparation of traditional Mayan cuisine. It was educational and sublime. HAAB takes its name from Mayan astrology, an integral part of the Mayan calendar and culture, and is inspired by the four basic elements of earth, wind, fire, and water, which were apparent throughout the evening.

In addition to the healthy cuisine, the spa and resort activities highlight wellness as a priority at Mayakoba. Founded in Phuket in 2001, the Banyan Tree Spa Academy provides dedicated training facilities to ensure that the highly-skilled therapists consistently SocialLifeMagazine.com

deliver the highest quality treatments and authenticity anywhere in the world.

The Banyan Tree Spa was created to blend romance, serenity, and exotic sensuality in a true sanctuary for the senses. Features include 16 lagoon- or jungle-view private treatment rooms, as well as massages and treatments in the privacy of your pool villas.

Here’s a favorite: The rainforest hydrotherapy experience is unique to this resort, combining the best of European spa and hydrothermal therapy with the essence of Asian wellness philosophy to create a haven of serenity, warmth, and comfort. With eight different hydrothermal therapy experiences, the exceptional Rainforest Trail is designed for a romantic experience, to soothe and revitalize your body, presenting a truly holistic and rejuvenating wellness experience.

New this fall, the resort will début a wellness program for travelers looking to stay active and healthy while on holiday. Aptly named the “Healthy Vacation,” it offers guests a suite of wellness amenities and health-minded experiences, including daily smoothie bowls created by a health coach who also provides a 60-minute individual consultation; one yoga class; a cultural activity in the local community guided by the resort’s corporate social responsibility director; and a welcome kit upon arrival with a yoga mat and special gift.

Yes, Banyan Tree Mayakoba should make your winter holiday short-list even shorter . . . the only remaining question is “When will you return?”

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FIT FOR ROYALTY EDINBURGH’S THE BALMORAL HOTEL SETS A NEW STANDARD WITH ALAIN ROUX’S BRASSERIE PRINCE By anthony MiChaEl

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f you’ve visited a Rocco Forte property, you’re aware that luxury knows no limits. This is particularly evident at The Balmoral in Edinburgh, Scotland, one of nearly a dozen properties in Rocco Forte Hotels’ celebrated portfolio.

The Balmoral’s most recent element of wow? The wildly anticipated Brasserie Prince, run by the Michelin-starred chef Alain Roux. Located in the heart of Edinburgh on Princes Street, the new brasserie is fittingly named after the Scottish romantic hero who had close ties to France, Bonnie Prince Charles, otherwise known as “The Young Pretender.”

There is no trickery at the Brasserie, where, two hundred years later, Roux created a new alliance of Scottish-and-French-fusion cuisine. Whether you’re staying at The Balmoral or planning a special night out during a stay elsewhere, you will be impressed by the restaurant’s fresh redesign by Martin Brudnizki in collaboration with the Rocco Forte Hotels director of design, Olga Polizzi. It’s all part of a refresh for the five-star hotel’s 188 contemporary rooms and opulent

suites that include the signature J.K. Rowling Suite and the Scone & Crombie Suite; the hotel’s Michelin-starred restaurant, Number One; the afternoon tea lounge, Palm Court; and the destination whisky bar, SCOTCH, with over 500 single-malt whiskies to choose among.

Roux’s seasonal menu is inspired by Scottish ingredients and showcases his heritage of sensational French cooking. Dinner standouts include Dover sole meunière, Scottish côte de boeuf, and plateaux de fruits de mer.

An adjoining bar and lounge area, a destination in its own right, offers beautifully and simply prepared classic cocktails and a food menu of French snacks and sharing platters, also created by Roux.

Enjoy a pre-dinner aperitif fireside or a nightcap at the bar. Don’t miss breakfast and lunch.

For reservations, visit brasserieprince.com or call 0131 556 2414.

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YOU BELONG AT FOUR SEASONS ANGUILLA NOW MORE THAN EVER, OWNERSHIP HAS NEVER BEEN EASIER Here on the welcoming island of Anguilla, the turquoise water and azure blue sky meet in harmonious accord. The peace that Anguilla brings begins before you ever get on the plane, and any stress that sometimes intrudes at home simply rolls away with the Caribbean tide. Free of cruise ships, casinos and crowds, every visit is steeped in personal luxury. And now, becoming an owner is easier than ever at Four Seasons Private Residences Anguilla.

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BY ANDREA CORREALE Chances are you still have some basil on hand after last month’s tip on partying with pesto, but, as we wind down the summer, it’s time to turn to decadence. There’s nothing as juicy or as joyous as fresh peaches this time of year, the kind you can smell from six feet away. I love to sink my teeth into a fresh peach while the juice is running down my face. Even though this is my favorite, there are so many other great ways to eat a peach.

How about going out on a limb and roasting this all American favorite. Here’s a rustic and savory take on a peach crumble that couldn’t be easier, and it goes far beyond dessert. Serve as an appetizer or even a small plate, and wow your guests with a delicious mix that makes the most of the of your in-fridge supplies.

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Roasted Peaches INGREDIENTS: 4 ripe peaches, cut in half, pits out 1 burrata cheese 1 cup aged balsamic vinegar 1 tbsp agave syrup 12 clean basil leaves 3 tbs melted butter Sea salt and ground black pepper to taste 10 slices prosciutto (optional) INSTRUCTIONS In a small saucepan over a medium-high heat, bring the vinegar to a simmer for a few minutes.

When it begins to thicken, add the agave salt and pepper. Once the mixture thickens remove from heat and set aside. Preheat grill to medium heat.

Baste peaches with melted butter and place them face down on the grill. Cook for 1-2 minutes on each side until the peaches have grill marks on top and are slightly golden in color. Remove from grill and place the peaches on a serving platter. Drizzle or baste with vinegar syrup. Top with a basil, burrata or your cheese of choice. You maybe also top with prosciutto.

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CHÂTEAU DE CHAUSSE CÔTES DE PROVENCE AOC, 2016, FRANCE’S NO. 1 ROSÉ ADDS INTERNATIONAL FLAVOR TO THE HAMPTONS THIS SUMMER By liZaBEth ZinDEl

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dyllically nestled in France’s Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region in the heart of the St.-Tropez peninsula, the award-winning Château de Chausse winery is celebrating the spirit of this summer’s season by offering its Côtes de Provence AOC Rosé, 2016—one of the premier rosés from France—along with five other premium estate wines.

Available from select retailers in the United States and online, this should be especially welcome news this summer for international wine connoisseurs who are also residents and visitors of the Hamptons.

One reason that the arrival of Château de Chausse should make such a valuable addition to dinner tables and cocktail parties in the Hamptons this summer—and all year long—is the diverse variety of choices it offers. Château de Chausse is an ideal French import, which is notable because it can be difficult to discover the best in SocialLifeMagazine.com

an area that boasts more than 60 wineries and vineyards.

Crafting some of the most expressive and natural wines that only the St.-Tropez peninsula region of France can offer—and organically cultivating them from the finest handpicked and hand-pressed grapes on 38 planted acres—this rare and unique collection is available in cases of six with prices ranging between $19.99 and $39.99.

Château de Chausse estate lies just nine miles from St.-Tropez.

The 135-acre property was originally purchased in 1986 by Yves and Roseline Schelcher, a Swiss couple who increased the 135-acre estate’s original five acres of vines to 37½. Their first official release under the Château de Chausse label was in 1993. After 30 years of ownership, the Schelchers sold their estate in 2016. w For more information, visit chateaudechausse.com.

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JOE GURRERA JOE KNOWS FISH

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ou could say no one knows fish like Joe Gurrera. The deep passion he has for fresh catch can’t be taught. It’s in his blood, how he grew up, and how he has forged his life. Once the youngest kid at the Fulton Fish market, Joe is now the purveyor of gourmet excellence as the owner of Citarella. His newest book, Joe Knows Fish, is an ode to his roots. Within its pages, Joe shares his own favorite recipes, little known tricks of the trade, and most important, tips that make cooking a gourmet fish meal easy. I was lucky enough to catch up with Joe and pick his brain after perusing the book. Here is what he had to say: When was your love of cooking born?

One of the first things I ever cooked was a whole fish. It wasn’t intimidating because I was a fishmonger and I knew how to fillet a fish. For a long time, cooking for me was about entertaining. I really wasn’t cooking every day because I was working day and night between the Citarella retail store and Lockwood & Winant wholesale market.

I’m not a chef, but I’ve been cooking for over 40 years. I like to eat simply—not a lot of sauces—and I have always cooked the same way, even for guests. I want to taste the true flavors of the food, which is why I value fresh ingredients. I only cook with the freshest foods—and that’s what I sell in my stores too. And now when I have time and a craving for something, I like to get in the kitchen and create.

What inspired you to write Joe Knows Fish?

Hands down to take the intimidation out of cooking seafood.

I’ve been wanting to write this book for years. People are always telling me that they don’t know how to cook fish, that it scares them. I promise, if you can cook a beef steak you can cook a fish steak. It’s that easy. I wanted to write a book for beginners, introducing them to different flavors and textures of seafood. I want people to love fish like I do.

I’m a pescatarian who is intimidated to cook fish. Why do you think so many people are scared to cook fish?

Honestly, I think people are intimidated by cooking fish because they didn’t grow up with it. If their families didn’t eat or cook fish, they most likely don’t know what to do with it. They don’t know how to buy, handle, or cook it. People are always worried they’re going to ruin seafood when they cook it. And you know what, if you overcook it, you are going to ruin it.

Timing is the most important element to preparing seafood.

Because fish is delicate, you have to be extremely focused and not allow for any distractions when you cook it. Pay attention when you’re cooking fish and you’ll be successful.

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“Fish has been my life.

I love fish. I eat it five to seven days a week by choice—and I cook it myself.

I want to show you how to grill the best branzino, stuff and bake a tender calamari, and broil the perfect red snapper. My goal is to show you techniques that are so simple you’ll feel at ease cooking fish any day of the week.”

— Joe Gurrera

What’s the best way to get the smell of fish out of your kitchen?

Always turn on your exhaust fan and take out your trash! Don’t leave a fish carcass or skin or seafood shells in your garbage, even for one night! And truth be told, fresh fish shouldn’t smell fishy. If it does, you should rethink your relationship with your fishmonger. It should have a fresh smell, like the sea.

And don’t use wooden cutting boards. They hold on to fish odors. Use plastic surfaces instead.

What’s your favorite recipe in your cookbook?

That’s like asking if I have a favorite kid. I love them all. A few of my signature dishes, though, are my ceviche, which is perfect for summer. Spaghetti vongole is always one of my go-to dishes, and, of course, I could always eat crudo. I even eat scallops raw. I will admit, I do have a particular soft spot for soft-shell SocialLifeMagazine.com

crabs and shad. I think their seasonality makes them special.

What’s your favorite meal to prepare in your home in the Hamptons?

If it’s just my wife and me, I usually grill whole fish, maybe branzino or porgy, or make something like roasted clams. One of my favorite things to do is cook for a crowd. Some of my favorite dishes to prepare are roasted cod and oven-roasted littleneck clams, with just a light dusting of breadcrumbs; and white-wine steamed mussels are great because you can cook up a big pot of them, and serve with crusty bread to soak up all the garlicky broth. If the weather’s nice, we just bring the pot outside and let people dig in. w To order your copy of

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CUTTING THROUGH THE CLUTTER OF EVENT STAFFING

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utting Edge Elite can deliver the staff you need for any event. This is the promise of the staffing company’s founders, Lucas Mendieta and Nathan Perry, who started the business in 2008 when they were both 25. They have grown it exponentially through hard work into the top staffing agency it is today. Cutting Edge has staffed events for high-profile clients, including Chanel, Google, Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic, and Beyoncé’s Visual album release party.

Cutting Edge Elite was founded on the principles of community and trust. By investing in staff and leading them with the highest standards, Cutting Edge can deploy competent, motivated, and unified teams capable of adapting quickly and providing genuine service for each event. Inspired by their own experiences in events, the founders aim to bring out the best in people and bring them together. Why? Because at the end of the day there is no faking a smile and attitude that impacts every guest’s experience.

Social Life sat down with Lucas to learn more about his secrets to success and to get tips on how to staff a party, soirée, or an event of any type.

For our leaders we have both lieutenant and captain training, and then a bartending course as well. Ninety percent of trainings are taught by my business partner, Nathan Perry, and myself.

Do you have any tips for those looking to plan an event?

First, make sure your staffing agency has employees who are W2s, not 1099s (independent contractors). Not having properly insured staff opens the door to many legal liabilities for planners, caterers, and their clients. Second, planners need to have the correct ratio of staff versus guests to ensure everything is executed properly. You should also take into consideration the layout and logistics of the event to determine how much staff is needed.

What is your personal commitment to your clients?

We’ve built our company with heart and compassion. If I didn’t start Cutting Edge Elite, I’m not sure where I would be. I was homeless for a few years and was working as a janitor prior to getting into events, so I know firsthand what it’s like to be on the other side of the fence. So, failure isn’t an option for me. I work the events alongside my team because I want to earn our staff ’s respect as well as better understand each client’s logistics and priorities.

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Is there a magic formula for staffing an event?

When it comes to staffing, we treat it like a match.com, because we have to match up the staff ’s personalities with the client’s and then think about how the staff operates as a team, their skill sets, strengths, and so forth. It’s very much like a game of chess where we have to position all the right players in their given spots.

How do you ensure your staff is experienced and up to par?

Our staff go through our extensive workshops. It is a long process.

After the initial interview, they’re invited to an orientation where we speak more about the company, go through the do’s and don’ts and explain what sets us apart from competitors. We have a catering 101 workshop where we go through all aspects of the party from first arrival until breakdown, and what the catering terminology is.

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OLD ENGLISH LUXURY AT HUDSON HOTEL’S LIBRARY BAR

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his fall visit the fabulous lounge in the Hudson Hotel. Feel transported as you sip one of the expertly made cocktails, and yes, you can read the books!

Reminiscent of an old English club or drawing room, Library Bar at Hudson New York is the perfect, cozy hangout for relaxing by the enormous fireplace, chatting and drinking with friends, shooting billiards, playing a computer game, or reading a book from its extensive collection, including topics ranging from film, theater, fashion, and art to travel and politics. An artful blend of old and new, Library Bar features an antique billiards table, classic English leather sofas and wing chairs, and pattterned area rugs.

Books from the Assouline book collections are at the Library Bar. SocialLifeMagazine.com

Two visionary lifestyle companies, sbe and Assouline, have created a one-of-a-kind library experience in the iconic space. The carefully curated library specializes in photography books from the worlds of art, fashion, travel, and design, displaying Assouline’s approach to culture, luxury, and lifestyle. Inspired by Assouline’s Tequila Cockails, Library Bar features a selection of tequila creations.

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ach year the Parrish Art Museum chooses an artist for its Platform project. The mission of Platform is to present process-based projects by a single artist who engages with the museum’s architecture (by the renowned Herzog & de Meuron) and surrounding areas as a source of inspiration for the installation. This year, the artist is the internationally renowned Barthélémy Toguo. His multi-disciplinary work—painting, performance, installation, and photography—addresses issues of migration, mobility, colonialism, race, and the relationship between the global north and south.

In a unique partnership with The Watermill Center, Toguo resided at the center in June while he created watercolor paintings and a boat for his new version of his installation Road to Exile, adapted for the Parrish. The exhibition will also include photographs from his series Stupid African President and postcards from his Head Above Water, a project that engaged Hamptons residents.

I spoke with Corinne Erni, the Parrish Art Museum’s senior curator of ArtsReach and special projects, about this exciting and unique installation: Platform: Barthélémy Toguo | The Beauty of Our Voice.

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Why did you choose Barthélémy Toguo as the Platform participant for 2018?

I picked the artist because I knew him from before. I had cofounded ARTPORT_making waves, a curatorial practice that uses art to raise awareness of climate change, and Toguo participated in our project at the U.N. climate change conference in Paris, in 2015. I find his work appealing and aesthetically beautiful, but also thoughtful. For him art is really his life, and he integrates it into every aspect of his life.

tion, ‘Where do I fit in American society?’ His question reflects his curiosity about young people’s thoughts on their future and local community.

This is also the first time that you are collaborating with The Watermill Center. Can you explain this collaboration?

It’s been a wonderful experience. The Watermill Center, which was created by the theater director and visual artist Robert Wilson, hosted Barthélémy Toguo for a two-week residency. This was a great collaboration, and allowed us to have the artist in the Hamptons while he created the artwork that is on view.

I think it’s noteworthy that Toguo’s engaging the community in order to create his installation will make the exhibition more accessible for the local audience.

Yes, and that’s why it was very important for the artist to spend time here in the Hamptons. He’s also very curious about the Hamptons and that inspired his work. Hopefully the students will come back with their families to see the postcards that they submitted. They can see their own work on the walls and we’ll all see their thoughts as part of the exhibition. I think that’s a great way to bring people into the museum.

Can you describe how Hamptons residents were involved in the Head Above Water aspect of the upcoming exhibition?

We did a postcard project that allowed the Parrish’s education department to collaborate with The Watermill Center’s education department. We went into different schools and worked with many local students in the area, which was really wonderful. The artist gave participants postcards and asked them to answer the quesSocialLifeMagazine.com

I was very curious to hear what young people think about the community. The Hamptons has a complex social makeup: we have the summer residents and we also have the year-round community. In some schools in the Hamptons, almost 40 percent of the school population comprises Latino students and other immigrants.

w The exhibition is on view until October 14.

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UNITED HATZALAH & SHALVA Roni Willett, at 23, is moving into the spotlight as a young philanthropist. She’s actively involved in multiple causes, including United Hatzalah, which provides “specially equipped motorcycles in Israel that allow a trained medical professional to get to an emergency situation in 90 seconds,” says Roni.

At a recent benefit at her parents’ Hamptons home, which she designed, Roni took one for a spin. “It’s not easy to ride,” she laughs. israelrescue.org Roni also supports Shalva, an Israeli organization that supports children with disabilities, the USC Shoah Foundation founded by Steven Spielberg, and Art with Purpose. shalva.org

THE ROBIN HOOD FOUNDATION Roni’s a regular at Hamptons galas, including Apollo in the Hamptons at Ron Perelman’s house. This year, Jamie Foxx pulled her onto the stage to dance. She and her family also support the Michael Milken Prostate Cancer Foundation event at the Parrish Art Museum. apollotheater.org

THE UN’S AFRICA HOUSE In September, she’s curating the artwork for Africa House, a space used by African heads of state and delegates during the UN General Assembly.

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BY NOUR HAMMOUR Roni is a financial analyst in New York. She graduated from USC, and is now in a USC graduate program founded by music industry moguls Jimmy Iovine and Dr. Dre. Over Labor Day weekend, she’s hosting a presentation for the Parisian designer Nour Hammour. nour-hammour.com SocialLifeMagazine.com

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TORY BURCH Chef Josh Tanner has cooked for many celebrities, including the designer Tory Burch. New York Prime Beef, the premiumbeef cross-country delivery service Tanner runs with Pacifico has Tory Burch as a regular customer in the Hamptons and NYC. Tanner has worked in the culinary industry for most of his life. His titles have included farmer, chef, grocer, buyer, and business executive. He is involved in all the day-to-day activities at the Bronx-based New York Prime Beef, including sourcing, aging, and the distribution of the best steaks on the planet. NYPB personally reviews each order before it’s packed and signed to ensure quality.

FARM IN THE CATSKILLS Tanner lives on a farm in the Catskills with his wife and four young children, where they are restoring an 1830s former boarding house. They raise sheep, goats, turkeys, and chickens, all free-range and organic. They also host farm stays.

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NEW YORK TO ATLANTIC CITY The critically acclaimed executive chef Will Savarese helms Robert’s, one of New York’s top steakhouses.

In June, Savarese reopened a Robert’s outpost at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City. He’s received three three-star ratings from the New York Times during his career: La Cote Basque, La Cremaillere, and The Tap House, all in NYC.

HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO A seasoned veteran, Chef Savarese also spent time as a private chef. Savarese said, “Being back in Atlantic City is a great thing for me, especially being back at Robert’s.” Saverese says, “I am glad to be a part of the Hard Rock’s opening and hope that it can help bring this city back to life and people back to the Jersey shore.”

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About fifteen years ago, looking for a more balanced life, he took a position with Whole Foods, where he worked for a decade.

Based in Colorado, he and his wife acquired some dairy goats and got their first taste of farming. After moving East, Tanner worked as a consultant for meal-delivery companies like HelloFresh and Blue Apron. Josh is up at the crack of dawn, doing everything on his farm himself, including butchering chickens and turkeys for customers.

His kids are following in his footsteps. “They learn about responsibility and that you have to take care of an animal, or it just doesn’t survive.”

Chef Savarese not only oversees every item on the menu, but also ensures food is uniquely prepped. “Americans, in general, always have a love for meat, especially steak. We offer six different cuts of steak, appealing to different people. We also have other great options from pastas to seafood. What truly sets us apart is our on-site dry aging process that I oversee. We go beyond the normal 28-day drying; you’ll taste the difference.” Robert's Steakhouse’s most popular items include the American Wagyu Kobestyle Gold Label cube and seared sea scallops.

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WET CLUTCH: A Drive-In Dance Experience

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