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on the cover: Indy Eleven Style Kristian Nicht, an Indy Eleven goalkeeper, sheds his kit for slicker duds. Wardrobe by J. Benzal, photography by Polina Osherov.

RdV Vineyards

Curating a Lifestyle:

Instant Ancestors

Worth the Wait

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From the Editor-In-Chief I’m often asked how I got this great gig. I’ve enjoyed writing and taking pictures since I was a kid. When I was a senior in high school, I landed a part-time job as a wire service photographer, or shooter. I started at the 500, and I was of to the races. It was great. I traveled a lot, going to dozens of events I wouldn’t have otherwise attended and photographing people from around the world, including two U.S. presidents and countless athletes. I shot my way through college, eventually working for several magazines. After school, I knew I wasn’t exactly making a fortune. Meanwhile, I saw buddies making big money. One longtime pal was in real estate. So at age 23, I packed up my cameras and went back to school – real estate school. It was diferent, but I enjoyed helping people realize their dreams and met some wonderful folks. About three years ago (this issue marks our third anniversary), I decided to stop showing houses to buyers and start showing homes to discerning readers. It started innocently enough; my frm was asked to advertise in the new Indianapolis edition by Sophisticated Living co-founder Eric Williams. After a few issues, my former brokerage had become one of the largest advertisers. As I turned the thick glossy pages, I realized that I missed the magazine business. No, I missed it. I had to get back in, and I knew exactly where I wanted to do it. I talked to Eric the next time he was in my ofce, and we hit it of. I told him I’d sell ads and deliver magazines if I could just get my foot in the door. We had a long lunch at Petite Chou in Broad Ripple one day and hammered out the details of what became the most gratifying acquisition I’ve ever been a part of. He also helped me put together my frst issue as editor – and boy, did I need help. Te business had changed a lot while I’d been away. Te kind of photography we do at Sophisticated Living is much diferent than the fast-paced world of sports I came from, but I’ve enjoyed the transition. It’s a meticulous process, and I get to use my eye for composition. At 52, I have the patience that I didn’t in the non-stop blur that was life in my early 20s. It’s been a fun ride, and it’s gone fast. Every day has been a “pinch me” day. I’m also very fortunate to do what I love with the person I love most, my wife, Jen, who is our publisher. Space doesn’t permit me to name everyone who helps put this beautiful magazine out, but Jen and I have surrounded ourselves with extraordinarily talented people who make us look very good. I’d be remiss if I didn’t thank Eric and his wife, Bridget Williams, for making all of this possible – for saying “yes” when I said “sell.” I also want to thank the businesses that understand the value of advertising with us. Many of you have been with us since our inaugural edition. Tat includes the Indiana Design Center, where this edition launched and where our ofce feels like home. Most importantly, you, our readers, have been a huge part of our success these three years. And I want to add a very personal thank you. Your support has let me get back to the work, and joy, that I realized I’d missed. I’m a lucky guy.

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Written by Scott Harper, Master Sommelier

I have had the good fortune of trying many great wines from around the world. I have also had quite a few wines from areas in the United States that I was wildly surprised could actually produce high quality wine. Although wine is now made in all 50 states, California, Washington State, Oregon and New York are considered the leaders in terms of quality in the USA. Perhaps the first great surprise to me was Gruet Winery. Gruet makes quality, sparkling wines from the most unlikely place: New Mexico. I certainly have had surprising wines from Indiana, Kentucky, Missouri and Texas, as well as surprising bad wines from many other states. Last year I had the chance to try a Nebbiolo from the Barboursville Winery in Virginia. Nebbiolo is the grape of Piedmont, Italy, and it reaches its pinnacle in the great wines of Barolo and Barbaresco. Nebbiolo is rarely seen outside of Italy, moreover in Virginia, but the wine was very good. Barboursville made me think about Monticello, Thomas Jeferson’s estate where he attempted to grow grapes in Virginia to no avail. He hoped to produce wines like the great Châteaux of Bordeaux where he traveled when he was the Minister to France. It seems that Virginia is accomplishing his goal today. I say this not based on the delicious wine from Barboursville, but rather the amazing wines I have tried from RdV Vineyards. Dutch-born Rutger de Vink joined the US Marines after college and was a venture capitalist before settling on his dream life in the world of wine. He started his eponymous winery in 2004 with a location as improbable as the winemaker himself. As hard as it may seem to believe, both have turned out to be top notch. Like Tomas Jeferson more than 200 years ago, de Vink went to Bordeaux and tried their great wines. He did stages at several of the great Châteaux and interned at a Virginia winery; emulating them was the goal at RdV. Te frst vintages of Rendezvous and Lost Mountain were 2008, and having tried his current releases of 2010, I would say he is achieving his goal in a New World way. While I did not try the wines blind, it would be inconceivable to easily diferentiate them from a top class Napa or Sonoma Cabernet or a Merlot blend. Te wines are not inexpensive, but with the

investment he has made in talent, vineyards, and hard work, how could they be? RdV makes wine in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Delaplane, Virginia. It seems de Vink has used every available resource to produce exceptional wines. He uses new French oak barrels; he hired Eric Boissenot, the famous Bordeaux oenologist as a consultant; and, he chose the vineyard site for its thin, gravelly, granite soils, which are key attributes necessary for proper draining in the rainy climate of Virginia. He planted 6.5 hectares with the Bordeaux varieties of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, and Cabernet Franc, which he utilizes to make two wines: one is Cabernet Sauvignon dominant and the other is Merlot dominant. Rendezvous 2010 Virginia 44% Merlot, 24% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Petit Verdot, and 12% Cabernet Sauvignon. Purple in color, dry and full-bodied with the favors of vanilla, mocha, black plum, and red cherries. Richly textured for such a full wine, with frst-class integrated oak and delicious baking spices. Very drinkable now but will improve with a few years in the bottle. Te more approachable of the two wines. Pair with a veal chop or pork chops with a savory mushroom sauce. Lost Mountain 2010, Virginia 64% Cabernet Sauvignon and 36% Merlot. Posh, dry, and full bodied with more tannic structure then the Rendezvous. The color is opaque purple. It is a pervasively favored wine that exudes currant, cassis, espresso, sweet tobacco, chocolate, and baking spices, all in a powerful, yet velvety structure. Te more age worthy of the two RdV wines. Drink now, but I hypothesize it will improve with fve-plusyears in the bottle. Pair with a well-marbled grilled steak or roasted rack of lamb. sl A Certifed Wine Educator, Scott is one of 135 professionals in North America and 211 worldwide who have earned the title Master Sommelier.

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Curating a Lifestyle: Instant Ancestors

Written by Amelia and Jef Jefers

1) Tis handsome gentleman was portrayed in the painterly and romantic style indicative of major urban centers in the early 19th century. His pleasing look appealed to bidders, resulting in a selling price at Garth's of $645. 2) From a collector outside Chicago who referred to the subject as a “naval ofcer,” this painting was immediately identifed by the specialists at Garth's as acclaimed War of 1812 hero, Oliver Hazard Perry. With heated bidding, the portrait sold at Garth's for $7,900. 3) A copy of a Gilbert Stuart work, this portrait of John Adams by Eunice Makepeace Towle has the remnants of artist’s notes on the back that indicate it was painted in 1840. Tis nice work sold at Garth’s for $4,700.

Before photography, portrait paintings provided an opportunity to preserve – for future generations – a visual image of an individual. A snapshot in time, portraits dating as far back as ancient Egypt have been invaluable to historians and archaeologists hoping to piece together an understanding of our earliest beginnings. In some ways, portraits have helped to shape history as well. Consider the most famous paintings of George Washington: without the inspired realism of Gilbert Stuart, how would an entire country remember their founding father? Immortalized through Stuart's brush (and recreated by innumerable others), Washington's face is among the most recognized in the world today. Generations of artists in the United States have, since the beginning, documented the important and everyday characters of our nation. American portrait painters in the 18th and 19th centuries operated within two basic camps: trained artists who catered to aristocracy in major cities and (largely untrained) itinerant painters who traveled the countryside trading their craft for room and board. Trained artists learned the works of their earlier European counterparts, relying on etchings and prints that had made their way across the Atlantic as well as the guidance of seasoned instructors. Te most fortunate had opportunities to travel abroad, returning with the latest and greatest techniques. Teir paintings refect a softened but studied reality, relying on dark backgrounds and painterly strokes to imply luminescence, lending an air of reverence to the subject. Successful artists in major cities were commissioned to memorialize the most important families and civic leaders of the time. While itinerant artists lacked sophisticated influence or instruction, they gained commissions through self-taught skills, colloquial interpretation and simple materials that sought to assuage the aspirations of their rural clientele. Also referred to as

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“folk artists,” a disjointed network of itinerant artists during this period developed a uniquely American folk style: subjects were depicted in a fat, almost cartoonish caricature with bright and (sometimes) elaborate backdrops ofering insight into fashions of the day; the addition of accoutrement illustrated interests, loves and family history; and, works were often created on wood panel because it was accessible and afordable. Many members of the antiques trade and collecting community refer to antique portraits as “instant ancestors.” In many ways, this comedic description reflects the relatively unknown history of most sitters (and artists). Portrait paintings are widely available at antiques auctions, shows and shops at afordable prices. Of course, works by acclaimed artists command a regular, almost “blue book” price, and paintings of famous Americans (even when copied by an “unknown”) generally sell at prices higher than those achieved by anonymous artists and subjects. Other factors affecting value include the attractiveness of the subject, the addition of jewelry and elaborate dress and furnishings, and inclusion of pets or children. Logically, the mood of a sitter can also dramatically infuence price, with the dourest faces struggling for buyers and joyous expressions commanding stronger interest. Portrait paintings ofer an air of sophistication and reverence for any room. At once interesting and reassuring, the strong jaw, piercing eyes or soft smile of a sitter from long ago evokes a sentiment of longevity and connectedness to our collective past – leaving your visitors wondering about their own history... as well as yours. sl

Amelia and Jef Jefers are the co-owners of Garth's Auctioneers & Appraisers, an international frm located outside Columbus, Ohio.

1) Tis portrait of Henry Burroughs in stylish garb by Henry Williams sold for $3,900 at Garth’s. 2) Fifteen-year-old Edwin Holbrook holds his three-year-old sister, Ellen in this wonderful double portrait by Isaac Wetherbee. Te pair sold at Garth’s for $4,700. 3) Selling in at Garth's in May 2014, this important portrait of Kentucky statesman Henry Clay is beautifully painted. Having descended in the Frick family, it is expected to sell for $10,000 - $15,000. 4) A bit folksier than his counterpart shown here, this attractive young sea captain holds his telescope in hand. Accoutrement add value to early painting – in this case, a selling price at Garth's of $1,760.

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Worth the Wait

With the release of its 4C sports car, Alfa Romeo makes a triumphant return to the US market Written by Bridget Williams Alfa Romeo couldn't have wished for a better start to 2014: its 4C claimed the “Most Beautiful Car of the Year 2013” title at the 29th International Automobile Festival in France, and scooped the top spot in the “Importers” sports car category in the “Best Cars 2014” awards presented by the German magazine Auto Motor and Sport. In both cases, the accolades were decided by a public vote. Designed and engineered by Alfa Romeo and built by Maserati in Modena, the mid-engine Alfa Romeo 4C is powered by a new, all-aluminum 240hp, 1750 Turbo petrol engine and features Alfa Romeo’s latest-generation ALFA TCT transmission and Alfa D.N.A. driving mode selector with a new “Race” mode. The 0-62 mph sprint takes just 4.5 seconds and top speed is 160 mph, but thanks to lightweight and advanced engine and transmission technologies, the official combined-cycle fuel economy fgure is 41.5 mpg and its CO2 emissions are just 157g/ km. Music to all motoring enthusiasts’ ears, the sound of the engine has been emphasized with low frequencies to amplify the classic roar of the exhaust. Configured with a pair of bucket seats, the compact dimensions of the 4C make it truly unique among its 36 slmag.net

competitors: just under 12-feet long, 79 inches wide, 46.5-inches high, and with a wheelbase of less than 7.8 feet. With a dry weight of 1,973 pounds; a 40:60 front-to-rear weight distribution; track-honed double-wishbone suspension and Brembo brakes, the Alfa Romeo 4C is capable of generating 1.1g of lateral acceleration and an excess of 1.2g of deceleration force. Te unassisted steering is progressive, direct and engineered to convey as much feedback and feel as possible. A steering ratio of 16:2 allows for 90% of bends to be taken without removing your hands from the steering wheel. Development of the 4C’s exterior was characterized from the start by the need to enhance the style of the car and the technical characteristics, both from a dynamic and aerodynamic point of view. Surfaces were treated as sculpture and engineers worked side by side with the designers to carve all the innovative aerodynamic solutions out of it. Te result of this teamwork led to a car that conveys pure sports style through a union of technology and beauty, which has always been a hallmark for any Alfa Romeo sports car. Additionally, every structural element has been conceived for maximum dynamic efciency, and to help create the downforce needed to ensure maximum grip under fast cornering.

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From the energy-charged rear volume and the two side air intakes spring the two long muscles which lend speed and dynamism to the side, generating the necessary volume at the front end to house the headlights; on the central part, a pair of robust ribs runs along the bonnet, tracing an unmistakable “V” and coming to their natural conclusion around the shield. This, together with the two side intakes, forms the famous 'Trefoil', a distinguishing trait of all Alfa Romeo models. Te entire tail section, starting from the rear upper profile and the lower profle, is characterized by a large “difuser” with aerodynamic spoiler and air outlets that was subjected to extensive wind tunnel testing to ensure the best possible aerodynamic performance. Reflecting the spirit of the car and the Alfa heritage, the available exterior color range is limited to red, white, black and grey. Special attention has been paid to technology with the introduction of three-layer colors. Te well-known Competizione Red remains the essence of the Alfa Romeo spirit with its depth, shine and iridescence that shapes the volumes of the car. Defnition of the interior took on particular importance when configuring the carbon fiber 'monocoque' cell. This veritable 'monolithic core' led to a rational organization of the main construction elements in keeping with the principle of integrating parts and optimizing weights. Initially focused on arranging controls and instruments so they are turned toward

the driver, this approach actually simplified construction in terms of assembly processes and separation into subassemblies when industrializing the project. The climate control system ducts are integrated with the entire dashboard block, which contains a supporting 'technical spider' structure inside the mold. Consisting of a thermoformed shell like those found on limited-edition supercars, the dashboard is designed to make using functions simple and reaches its zenith in the concept of extreme driverorientation, thanks to digital instruments and gearshift controls located on the appropriately shaped steering wheel. Te cockpit, which is reminiscent of the world of motorcycle racing and racecars, brings together all information necessary to drive and control the car. The interior space is minimal and largely dark black, embellished only by a few metal details with an aluminum effect. The real protagonist is carbon, which is found both inside and outside the car in an aesthetic continuum that conveys technicality and lightness at the same time. A harmonious melding of technology, dynamism, lightness, efficiency, and Italian style define the Alfa Romeo 4C, an uncompromising though accessible sports car that ofers precision, agility, and great performance. In short, it is a car to drive and enjoy both on the road and on the track. Te frst Alfa 4Cs to be sent to the U.S. market by mid-2014 and are expected to have an estimated MSRP of $54,000. sl

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Sitting at the pinnacle of horticultural perfection, the estate-sized gardens hailing from a variety of climates that are profled in this book are among the most covetable in the world. Luxury Private Gardens, Hardcover, 220 pages, teNeues (teneues.com). Cover photo ÂŠ Roland Bauer.

A visually rich guide to creating outdoor spaces of your dreams, from a humble kitchen cutting garden to an ornate parterre. Topics covered include mood, spatial planning, plant materials, decorative accessories and hardscaping. Sally Coulthard - Gardenalia: Creating the Stylish Garden - Hardcover, 224 Pages, Rizzoli (rizzoliusa.com).

Written by Alain Baraton, whose role as gardener-in-chief at Versailles Palace has allowed him to live on the grounds since 1982, this memoir details his passionate connection to the gardens, orchards, and felds of the 2,100-acre property along with anecdotes of overzealous visitors he's encountered over the years. Alain Baraton - Te Gardener of Versailles: My Life in the World's Grandest Garden - Hardcover, 296 pages, Rizzoli (rizzoliusa.com).

Illinois native Michael Devine studied art history at the Ecole du Louvre, French at the Sorbonne and the culinary arts at the Ritz Escofer. As a result, Parisian fair abounds in his frst book, which combines two of his passions: cooking and gardening. Michael Devine (author/ photographer), Charlotte Moss (foreword), John Gruen (photographer) - An Invitation to the Garden: Seasonal Entertaining Outdoors - Hardcover, 192 pages, Rizzoli (rizzoliusa.com).

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bib 'li' o 'taph, [bib-lee-uhtaf, -tahf ]: a person who caches or hoards books For 15 years, Sarah Raven has been leading cooking, fower arranging and gardening courses at a school she founded at her farm in East Sussex, England. Tis experience has resulted in a hefty book of 400 recipes, accompanied by photography that centers on utilizing seasonal ingredients. Sarah Raven (author), Jonathan Buckley (Photographer) - Fresh from the Garden: Food to Share with Family and Friends - Hardcover, 464 pages, Universe (rizzoliusa.com).

Anyone who loves nature will be instantly transported to an alphabetical landscape where everything from azaleas to zinnias bloom all year long via gorgeously rendered full-color and pen-and-ink representations. Robert Zakanitch - A Garden of Ordinary Miracles: An Alphabet Book - Hardcover, 64 pages, Universe (rizzoliusa.com).

Former model, fashion designer, fxture on international best dressed lists, and an overall arbiter of style and good taste, Carolyne Roehm turned her discerning eye and photographer's lens on her personal gardens to highlight the beauty of blooms throughout the growing season. Carolyne Roehm - Flowers - Hardcover, 288 pages, Potter Style (carolyneroehm.com).

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1) Amethyst Lipstick art glass sculpture, 8.5"Hx2.5"W ($150) by ร sa Jungnelius for Kosta Boda (kostaboda.us). 2) Te embossed green shagreen heart box ($130) is handmade in Vietnam for Aerin (aerin.com). 3) Te print on the silk robe ($487.50) was created by Hovey Design for kumi kookoon (kumikookoon.com). 4) Prada Nylon Baby Bag ($1,230) from Saks Fifth Avenue (saks.com). 5) English-style garden apron ($70) from RedEnvelope (redenvelope.com). 6) Kapuskasing Tennis Tote ($725), from PARK Accessories (parkaccessories. com). 7) Artisan-made 13-inch multi-colored PillowBall ($325) from Andrew Yes (andrewyes.com). 8) Bond No. 9 New York Swarovski All-Stars Quartet To Go ($700) from Saks Fifth Avenue (saks.com). 9) 32 squares of six dark and two milk Grand Cru chocolates are included in the 32 squares Gift Box ($24.99) from Valrhona (valrhona-chocolate.com). 10) Carmen Object & Bookend ($375/pair) from Lunares (lunares.net). 11) For the mom with a wicked sense of humor: needlepoint throw pillow ($165) from Jonathan Adler (jonathanadler.com). 12) Blossoming of Life fgurine on base (11x13.75", $3,300) by Marco Antonio Noguerรณn for Lladrรณ (lladro.com). 13) Boomerang Rocker from Hancock & Moore is shown with Biscay Aqua abstract print embossed leather on the exterior (to the trade; hancockandmoore.com). 14) From Vetro Vero, each hand-blown 'Fiore' vase ($330$650), available in 11 colors, is accented with a thick glass band decorated with 24K gold leaf (vetrovero.com).

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1) State inspired cufinks ($150-$250) by Jackie Kaufman (custommade.com). 2) David Oscarson Les Quatre Couleurs fountain pen ($5,400) in translucent azure blue, ruby red and opaque black hard enamel (davidoscarson.com for retailers). 3) Kilian Musk Oud 1.7oz refllable spray ($395) from Saks Fifth Avenue (saks.com). 4) Jil Sander grained Italian leather briefcase ($2,060) from Saks Fifth Avenue (saks.com). 5) Big Blue Leather Head football by Paul Cunningham ($135) for Bespoke Global (bespokeglobal.com). 6) Tod's Ferrari Driving Shoes in Suede ($565; store.ferrari.com). 7) Chess King ($620) from Herend (herendusa.com). 8) Gift box from Mantry, an American Artisan Food-of-the-Month Club based in New York City (mantry.com). 9) Louis Vuitton tailor-made carbon fber luggage set (price upon request) for the BMW i8 (bmwusa.com). 10) Te silver jug, glasses and ice-cube dish that comprise "Bar Set" 2013 by Tomas Alonso have a corrugated base to correspond to the groves on the tray. Available from Stillfried Wien (stillfried.com). 11) Richmond armchair from Bentley Home (bentleymotors.com)

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Born in Sweden in 1980, some of Tommy Ingberg’s earliest memories involve sketching and a fascination with cameras. His frst “real camera”, a Praktica with two lenses, no autofocus and faulty metering, provided him the freedom to experiment with various aspects of photocomposition. Trough endless hours of trial and error, Ingberg became quite adept technically, but readily admitted that a dearth of self-confdence left him lacking on the artistic side. “I did not do what I wanted to, but what I thought you ‘should’ do,” he said. In the same vain of doing what was expected, he put photography on the backburner in his early adult life while he earned a degree in computer science and then went to work as computer engineer, a job for which he felt little passion. After hitting an emotional rock bottom, Ingberg rediscovered his connection to art and what it meant to him. “I stopped trying to make what I thought was ‘art’ or ‘good photography’ to others and made pictures just for me, because I needed to,” he explained. Today, Ingberg works with photography and digital image editing, creating minimalistic and self-refecting surreal photomontages dealing with human nature, feelings and thoughts. Working in an environment free from any self-imposed artistic constraints has resulted in Ingberg creating body of work that has been lauded on a global scale, including awards and honorable mentions from competitions such as the 46 slmag.net

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International Photography Awards (profled in the March/April issue of Sophisticated Living), Prix De La Photographie Paris, and the Sony World Photography Awards. In 2012 he won the prestigious Lumen Prize, which recognizes the world’s best fne art created digitally by emerging and established artists. Reality Rearranged, Ingberg’s latest series, examines his perception of reality via surrealism. “During the two-and-a-half years I have worked on the series I have used my own inner life, thoughts and feelings as seeds to my pictures. In that sense the work is very personal, almost like a visual diary,” he said. Rebecca Wilson, Chief Curator of Saatchi Art, who recently selected Ingberg as a Saatchi Art One-To-Watch artist commented, “In the last two years, Ingberg has received international recognition for his surreal photographs, which he says try ‘to explain something abstract like a feeling or a thought, expressing the subconscious with a picture.'" After years of living without purpose, Ingberg is grateful for rediscovering himself through art. “In this work I found something I loved doing and something I could be proud of,” he stated. “I found a purpose, and with that purpose a way to start climbing upwards out of the hole I spent so much time digging. It has not gone straight up, and it has not been an easy journey, life seldom is, but I’ve kept on climbing.” Tommy Ingberg’s limited edition photographs are available for purchase at saatchiart.com/tommyingberg. sl

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Originally constructed in the 1850s, restored slave huts can be found at two places near the salt fats of Pekelmeer on the island of Bonaire.

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Discovering all that glitters above and below the water Written by Bridget Williams Tis is a tale of two distinct island destinations: one that appeals to glitterati who prefer their toes in the sand and bottle service at the ready, and the other for adventure seekers that still like luxury but prefer tank service and the riches found under the sea.

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Aerial view of Gustavia, the main town and capital of the island of Saint Barthélemy. Photo by Laurent Benoît.

ST. BARTH En route to Le Sereno Hotel on the island of Saint Barthélemy, my husband and I learned that Victoria’s Secret houses its models at the luxury property during its catalog shoots. He immediately set about hoping - fervently praying was more like it - the place would be crawling with bombshells. As it is hard enough to don a bikini under normal circumstances, and absolutely unfathomable in the presence of the genetically gifted, I planted myself squarely on the opposing end of his wish and hoped the only delicate shells I’d encounter were of the sea variety. St. Barth’s infamous small airport, with a single short airstrip located at the base of a downward slope that terminates directly on the beach, is unable to accommodate large commercial aircraft, meaning the majority of visitors (i.e. those without their own mega yacht) arrive via St. Maarten and then either take a 15 minute fight on a prop plane or a 45-minute high speed ferry ride. Be advised the latter option is defnitely not advisable for those prone to seasickness! Less than 10,000 fortunate souls are year-round residents of this eight-square-mile-speck of steeply peaked land ringed by white sands and protected, shallow reefs easily visible under azure waters. As an overseas collective of France, the language, cuisine, and culture are distinctly French, lending a unique twist on a typical Caribbean sojourn. English is widely spoken, 56 slmag.net

though at some establishments it can be quite rudimentary, which, at least for me, makes the destination seem that much more exotic and endearing. Le Sereno is situated on the Grand-cul-de-sac, one of 22 public beaches on St. Barth. Located on the windward side of the island, the long crescent-shaped beach borders a shallow, protected bay that is popular among kitesurfers and windsurfers. Boasting enviable privacy for those desiring to be near the action without being in the midst of it at all times, the 36 suites and three four-bedroom villas that comprise the hotel hug the steep hillside that terminates at the tranquil bay. Te purposefully restrained interiors in all public and private spaces were orchestrated by Frenchman Christian Liaigre, an A-list interior designer on a global scale who recently opened his frst U.S. outpost – a fagship in an Upper East Side townhouse in New York. His notable clients include Karl Lagerfeld, Larry Gagosian, and Rupert Murdoch. Our room, a Grand Suite Plage, was a large, terraced space with a four-poster bed overlooking the bay on the upper level and a comfortable sitting area oriented to the water two steps down from the sleeping level. Te efect of looking through an expanse of white – on the walls, the vaulted ceiling, the bed canopy and linens - to the terrace, the mosaic blues of the bay, and variegated greens of the enveloping hillsides beyond was quite spectacular.

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Te Spa at Le Sereno boasts the island’s only true waterfront treatment cabana.

Te absence of visual clutter – i.e. no art on the walls, no rugs atop the wide plank hardwood floors or fussy window treatments - helps mitigate any lingering mental muddle that would otherwise impede a speedy adoption of a vacation state of mind. While Liaigre’s soulful scheme is an exercise in purposeful and exquisite restraint, it is not completely devoid of fourish: opening the doors to a large lime-washed armoire reveals an interior of cherry red. Terraced on the hillside above the guest suites, a trio of villas, completed in 2010 and each offering more than 7,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor space, appeal to those seeking the ultimate in privacy and oceanfront luxury. With interiors as striking as the panoramic views, the villas boast four en-suite bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, a private pool with expansive terraces, landscaped gardens, a pair of rental cars, and personal butler service. A nice option for guests needing more than the standard suite but less than one of the hillside villas is the Villa Du Pecheur, a 900 square-foot room boasting an ultra private oceanfront pool and garden and can be interconnected with adjoining rooms at either end. 58 slmag.net

Debuting at the height of the winter 2013 season, the 100-seat open-air Le Sereno Restaurant is the latest dining destination by celebrated husband and wife restaurateurs Jonas and Alexandra Millan, who are well known for their St. Barth restaurant, Bonito, and Miami’s James Beard Award-winning restaurant, Juvia. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, patrons can expect a culinary journey that refects the island’s bounty of fresh seafood as well as the diversity of its cosmopolitan clientele. From a Yuzu Hollandaise Benedict at breakfast to an Open Face Tuna Steak Sandwich with caramelized onions at lunch to an assortment of charcoal skewers “a la robata” including baby lobster, octopus, and beef tenderloin at dinner, Le Sereno Restaurant has quickly established itself as a destination in its own right. Te Spa at Le Sereno is the island’s newest, full-service luxury spa that utilizes products made on the island from natural ingredients by Ligne St Barth and boasts the island’s only true waterfront treatment cabana, stealthily nestled among the waterfront suites. No typical piped-in flute music was needed during my 60-minute St. Barth Chill Out massage, as the sounds of the wind rustling in the palm trees,

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View of the Grand-cul-de-sac from the sitting area in a Grand Suite Plage.

Each of the three 7,000-squarefoot villas at Le Sereno ofer panoramic views from all rooms.

the clinking of warm clam shells used for portions of the massage and the undulating waves were enough to induce a deep state of relaxation. I knew that my sunset treatment was coming to a regrettable end when a chorus of crickets joined nature’s symphony. STAY // Le Sereno Hotel (lesereno.com) SEE// Governeur Beach – Postcard perfect with white sands and crystal waters, it’s little wonder that Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich paid a reported $90 million for a 70-acre estate that abuts the beach. Grand Fond Beach – The rocky and remote coastline ringed by jagged peaks dotted by cacti is unique to the island. Popular among surfers and body boarders, it is also ideal for shell hunters. Saline Beach – Tackle the short hike along a rocky path and over a sand dune to reach Saline Beach and you’ll be rewarded with a magnifcent view. While au naturel sunbathing is ofcially forbidden on the island, rumor has it that this marquee beach is favored among those who eschew tan lines. DRINK & DINE // Dõ Brazil (dobrazil.com). – Dine with your toes in the sand at this bistro and bar on Shell Beach owned by former tennis star Yannick Noah. L’Isoletta Pizza (lisolettastbarth.com) – By the

slice or by the pie, this “Roman style’ pizzeria in Gustavia was so superb we ate there twice during our short stay! Le Select – Urban legend has it that this popular laidback burger joint in Gustavia was the inspiration for Jimmy Bufet’s ‘Cheeseburger in Paradise’. Le Ti (letistbarth.com) – Le Sereno Manager Sammy Ghachem says the raucous, but far from raunchy cabaret nightclub is a must visit. Make your way past the heavy red velvet curtains and into a cabinet of curiosities where you’ll likely be dancing on the tables with the entertainers by the end of evening (or early morning ). L’Esprit – Open for lunch and dinner, the chic spot is owned by Chef Jean-Claude Dufour, formerly of the Eden Rock Hotel. M&P – Short for Meat & Potatoes, this dinner only steakhouse on the road to Saline Beach hosts a burger party on Tursday nights. Nikki Beach (nikkibeach.com/stbarth) – A daytime hotspot on St. Jean beach for limelight seekers, a magnum order is delivered via a quad runner outftted with sparklers (and a gaggle of beautiful young ladies trailing not too far behind). SHOP // There are some 200 boutiques on the island. While the usual luxury outposts like Hermès, Cartier, and Chanel are here, you’ll score the most interesting fnds at shops that are hidden down side alleys and up above street level in Gustavia. slmag.net

BONAIRE Considered one of the best places to dive in the world, the tiny island of Bonaire, a special municipality within the country of the Netherlands, is located 50 miles north of Venezuela and in proximity to the islands of Aruba and Curaçao. While its airport can accommodate larger aircraft, a lack of major chain hotels means that many US visitors fly into Curaçao and transfer to Bonaire via turboprop on Insel Air. With a varied ecosystem encompassing sand dunes, beach areas, mangroves, dry forest, and saliñas (salt marshes), the entire northwest part of the island is given over to the Washington Slagbaai National Park. Within the preserve is the island’s highest point - Brandaris (784 feet)- that offers panoramic views. At the opposite end of the island, the tallest peaks are manmade pyramids of salt that are part of the Pekelmeer salt beds and home to one of the hemisphere’s largest populations of famingos. Lac Bay on the eastern side of the island has given rise to a number of world champion windsurfers, while Atlantis Beach on the western part of the island is the designated kite surfng area. Ringing the island is a coral reef with numerous access points; the entire coastline, an area of 6,672 acres, was declared a National Marine Park in 1979. Finding a shore diving or snorkeling site is as easy as looking for one of 60 bright yellow 60 slmag.net

painted rocks with names like Oil Slick Leap, 1000 Steps (there’s only 72 in actuality), and Alice in Wonderland. Situated on four beachfront acres just 10 minutes from the airport, and directly across from Klein Bonaire, an uninhabited 1,500-acre island with 20+ diving and snorkeling sites, is Harbour Village, the island’s only full-service luxury resort. An idyllic, laid-back retreat, the hotel is ideal for divers and their non-diving companions, who can enjoy a full complement of services, including a spa, two swimming pools, a white-sand beach (a rarity on the island), a First Class 5 Star PADI dive and water sports center, ftness center, a tennis facility, and La Balandra Beach Bar & Restaurant. A short walk from the hotel is a paved promenade that runs along the ocean into the capital city and main port of Kralendijk. With just 14 guest rooms and 16 suites, the resort can be completely booked (as it was during our recent visit) and you’ll still often have the beach all to yourself. Te only exception is early evening, where guests gather en masse with drinks in hand to toast day’s end and watch as the sun gets smaller and smaller until it disappears behind Klein Bonaire. An army of attendants tends to the manicured grounds, lush with tropical foliage and fowers. Te most spacious suites (9691292 square feet) are those that face the ocean. Ranging from one to two bedrooms, each suite is outftted with Caribbean and

With just 14 guest rooms and 16 suites, Harbour Village can be completely booked and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll still often have their white sand beach - one of only a handful to be found on Bonaire - all to yourself.

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plantation colonial-inspired décor, teak furniture, European tiled floors and bathrooms, claw foot or oversized soaking tub and separate shower, and a private lanai or terrace. Beachfront premier suites include fully equipped kitchens with Bosch appliances. Te expansive spa facility is home to massage, facial, and salon treatment rooms, a ftness center with a full lineup of cardio and weight training machines, and the ultra-private Spa Cascade pool. Tough plans are in the works to expand, at present, all of the spa treatments are administered by an army of one. While this may seem strange, I’ve been to spas both near and far with a lot more bells and whistles whose therapists were much less adept. Operated by Mark and Muriel, a husband and wife team of expats from Minnesota, Great Adventures Bonaire, the onsite PADI 5 Star Resort facility, ofers diving instruction and equipment, boat dive services, snorkeling equipment, and sea kayaks. As a frst time diver, Mark made sure that my resort course experience went off without a hitch. Near the end of our dive, which took place in the waters adjacent to the resort, we were able to explore a shipwreck some 40 feet below the surface. Even if you aren’t interested in diving, be sure to pick up some snorkeling gear, as it is possible to see a dozen or more diferent species of fsh just steps from the comfort of your beach hammock. Serving breakfast and an all-day club menu until 10pm, the architecture of La Balandra restaurant was designed to resemble an antique Spanish ship, with the main dining area positioned on a jetty over the water; at night schools of fish, both large

and small, congregate around the lights at the end of the pier, creating quite a popular show for diners. Our favorites included the grilled shrimp gazpacho at lunch and a grilled Caribbean lobster tail at dinner. To make sure you get the most of your Bonaire visit, be sure to consult with the most helpful front-of-the-house staf, all of whom serve as concierge and are ideal for discovering hidden gems you might otherwise miss. STAY // Harbour Village Beach Club (harbourvillage.com). PLAY // Bonaire Kite School (bonairekiteschool.com) – Owner Lars van der Laan has thousands of teaching hours under his belt. Bonaire Windsurf Place (bonairewindsurfplace.com) – Even if you aren’t interested in taking a lesson, it’s worth a visit to watch the parade of colorful sails as they zigzag across the tranquil cerulean waters. SEE // Cadushy Distillery (cadushy.com) – Located in the historic town of Rincon, the small distillery produces the world’s only liqueur made from the island’s abundant cacti. Owners Eric & Jolande Gietman, who came to the island on their honeymoon and ended up making it their permanent home, possess a contagious enthusiasm for their unique craf. Salt Lake / Pekelmeer – Located in an area devoid of development except for gleaming white pyramids of drying salt rising from pink salt pools. Two sets of oceanfront slave huts, built around 1850, are architecturally striking and serve as grim reminders of the island’s history as a plantation belonging to the Dutch West Indies Company. sl

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19T Annual Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance Written by Bridget Williams Photography by Neil Rashba

Te manicured fairways of Te Golf Club of Amelia Island drew 330 of the world’s finest automobiles and motorcycles along with approximately 29,000 spectators as part of the 19th annual Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance. A 1937 Horch 853 and 1958 Scarab garnered the coveted Best of Show honors: the Concours d’Elegance award and the Concours de Sport award respectively. “Both cars are excellent examples of unique pedigree and provenance and are well deserving of their awards,” said Bill Warner, Chairman and Founder of the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance. “We worked hard to bring the best in automotive elegance and sport to this year’s event, and judging by our winners and the crowd I think we achieved our goal.” Owned by Bob and Anne Brockinton Lee of Sparks, Nevada, the fully restored 1937 Horch 853 is one of only two Horchs ever to have been bodied by coachbuilder Voll & Ruhrbeck, which 64 slmag.net

created custom coachwork for Bugatti, Maybach, Mercedes-Benz and Cord, among others. Te Revs Institute for Automotive Research of Naples, Florida presented the 1958 Scarab on behalf of its owner Miles C. Collier. The car was built by Troutman and Barnes for Lance Reventlow in an attempt to contest the road courses of America against the great European marques such as Ferrari and Maserati. Reventlow originally tried an Ofenhauser engine, designed to run on alcohol, in this car, but it was never successful running on gasoline as required by the sports car ruling body. Te car was then ftted with a small block Chevrolet V-8, which proved to be ideal for the American road and airport circuits of the late 1950s and early-1960s. Te 20th annual Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance will be held March 13-15, 2015. Since its inception, the show’s Foundation has donated over $2.25 million to Community Hospice of Northeast Florida, Inc. and other charities on Florida’s First Coast. sl

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For many people, â&#x20AC;&#x153;modernâ&#x20AC;? conjures stark, white, cold images. Tis modern embraces warm colors, wood and varied textures to create a soothing, open plan that includes the dining area (left) and kitchen (above).

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Te kitchen (left) includes a white onyx bar with backlighting that warms the color. Wood and sleek barstools complement the stone. Te use of a freplace and tile in the living room is carried through to the master bedroom (right), where the freplace is surrounded by cobalt blue tile.

Te designers draw on their experience, as well as interviews with a client, to decide who is going to take the lead on a job. “We try to fgure out which of us is the best ft for a particular client,” Cole explained. Teir client wanted a warm, welcoming space. “Once we know something about their culture, style and personality, we can make that decision. Jill had a lot of experience on the residential side, and she brings a softness and feminine sensibility to the project.” According to St. Claire, client input can vary considerably from project to project. In this instance, the customer was commercial developer Tony Alderson, who from the outset was deeply invested in every facet of design and construction. “Tony went to the Herron School of (Art). He gets involved in every aspect of the process. He is completely committed. If something really connects with him, he’ll say, ‘Tat wags my tail!’ ” She smiles. “He has a vision as a developer of being able to ofer this style of house to other people. His style is not typical residential. Te home combines the two aspects of his life, as a ... developer and as a designer.” Stylistically, the usual vernacular shorthand doesn’t adequately define this uncommon residence. Designed by architect Mark Demerly of Demerly Architects, it draws on a range of traditions 72 slmag.net

and sources. “On the outside, we like to call the design Prairie style meets South Beach,” said Cole. “On the inside, it’s harder to coin a specifc term. Soft modern, perhaps. We paid a lot of attention to clean lines and materials. Even though the house appears simple, there’s a lot of layering of textures.” As Alderson is the father of two daughters, the designers were looking to create an interior that would be at once quietly assertive yet accommodating and comfortable for family gatherings. In keeping with the Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired exterior, the inside is crisp, angular and airy. Living room, kitchen and dining room fow into one another, yet are subtly divided by strong design elements or the bold use of empty space. Cole explained: “Tony wanted a place where everyone can be together. Tere’s no formal demarcation of spaces.” By way of example, an illuminated onyx bar separates the kitchen from the living room. Constructed on-site around the lighting, it is both functional and architectural. Massive oak alcoves occupy the wall between living and dining areas, connecting the two and providing a focal point across the substantial divide. In the dining area, a massive 10-foot art glass table dominates the space and announces its purpose.

Warm tones and splashes of color invite friends and family to gather around the 10-foot glass dining table for food, laughter and the making of memories.

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Te front door (left) opens into the living area, where neutral tones couple with comfy seating. A display wall features a massive outcropping of Realstone, bordered by scalloped cobalt blue tiles. Just underneath that, cobalt blue tiles surround the fames of a 15-foot custom ribbon freplace.

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A glass opening in a joint master bedroom/bathroom wall allows a look into either room from the other.

Complex textures and layers abound. An entire wall, measuring 22 by 17, is nothing but fireplace. We have all seen linear gas freplaces before but nothing like this extraordinary backlit specimen, which was custom-made in Wisconsin. Scalloped tiles in cobalt blue (Alderson’s favorite color, according to Cole) from Oceanside Glasstile provide color, depth and contrast to the Realstone Systems fireplace, creating the subtlest of bold statements. Its less-is-more aesthetic appeals to designer St. Claire: “I like unexpected things,” she said. “I like to walk into a room and see things I hadn’t expected. I love color. Color evokes so much emotion.” Te master suite, in part inspired by one of the W Hotels in New York and 21c in Louisville, backs onto the living area.

A corridor leading to the bedroom serves as a discreet storage area with built-in cabinets. The bedroom uses some of the same design and construction elements as the main living space, including its own freplace. From here, a glass opening in the wall ofers a view of the bathroom, where foating mirrors and lighting provide a lighter, more feminine accent to an otherwise masculine space. Floor tiles run up the wall, creating a sensation of depth. Te shower is almost a room unto itself. In the other direction, the bedroom connects to its own private deck with views of 10 acres of woodland immediately outside. It’s a contemplative spot: so quiet, in fact, that you can almost hear the space between the notes. sl

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Te burgeoning Fletcher Place-Fountain Square neighborhood might not at frst glance seem to be an obvious destination for contemporary Asian-themed street food, but it’s a corner of town that restaurateur Ed Rudisell is rapidly making his own. With Siam Square for many years a fxture on the scene, and the newly opened Thunderbird already creating waves amongst critics and public alike, Rook is the third player in this impressive trio. Originally intended as a simple off-the-street eatery specializing in Vietnamese bánh mì sandwiches (the name refers to the bread used), Rook took life in early 2013. Located in Te Hinge, a modern multiuse building on the Cultural Trail, Rook’s interior and sandwich menu are inspired in part by a number of songs by Tom Waits, as well as anything else pertaining to our sinister feathered friends. Interior designer Nikki Sutton created the look of the restaurant, which feeds into its feel. Te partner at Blackline Studio for Architecture has used rooks perching upon downed power lines, as well as striking stencils, reminiscent of handbills, of Waits and other musicians. Vintage furniture from IndySWAG (now Society of Salvage) provides seating in the simple shotgun-style dining area. It’s a pared-down, quasi-industrial look, intentionally evocative of a back alley where, if you’re lucky, you might fnd a street vendor dishing up delectable sandwiches and steamed pork dumplings. And, as it happens, you are in luck, because here you will fnd some of the most wholesome and engaging out-of-themainstream food you are likely to taste anywhere in town. 88 slmag.net

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Although the early months as a lunch-only establishment were moderately successful, it wasn’t until the arrival of Chef Carlos Salazar (page 89) that the restaurant spread its wings and took of. Now co-owner of Rook, Salazar had for several years worked as sous chef at the acclaimed Oakleys Bistro but had been speaking with Rudisell for some time about the possibility of an independent project. When the opportunity arose to take over the reins at an Asian street food eatery, the native of the Philippines leaped at the opportunity and immediately began to impose his stamp on the place. Te frst order of business was to open for dinner so he could expand the menu. “I didn’t want to change the bánh mì at lunchtime, but being from the Philippines, I also wanted to introduce some of the street foods that Indiana maybe isn’t used to eating,” he explained. Two of Carlos’ additions are already on my short list for this year’s favorites, and it’s only May.

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Te steamed pork buns, little sandwiches made from rice four dough similar to what dim sum restaurants use for char siu, are quite addictive. Te belly meat, braised in soy, garlic and ginger, with a rich glaze rendered down from the cooking juices, is sticky and meltingly tender, augmented by some house-made pickles and peanut crumbs for texture and contrast. Te Pig Face Hash is something to behold and is based upon a traditional Philippine dish. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a fne example of nose-to-tail eating, a philosophy of cooking where no part of the animal is allowed to go to waste, not merely for economic reasons but out of respect for the life of the beast. Te hash consists of a generous bowl of fnely chopped pig cheeks, ears, tongue and, essentially, all the meat you can get of the head. Given texture and crunch with the addition of pickled peppers and pork cracklings, this is truly a pork loverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dream dish. A fried egg tops things of perfectly, and if one egg isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t sufcient, you can always order another one. Tis dish won Salazar the top Taste of Elegance Award from Indiana Pork in January and is worth making a pilgrimage for.

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Also of note is a very fine Karaage, a dish of deep-fried chicken thigh meat served with rice and sweet chili sauce. Garnished with cilantro and mint, the simple ingredients combine with explosive efect, the mint in particular lending a uniquely cooling counterpoint to the savory heat. Tis is not your greasy strip mall carry-out food: it is serious, elevated Asian cooking. A serving of steamed dumplings, handmade from high-quality ingredients, is the perfect appetizer and comes with various fllings. I am especially partial to the Tai sour sausage, which delivers a crunchy mouthful of pungent favors guaranteed to cleanse the palate and get the stomach ready for a steaming plate of hash or a bowl of gently spicy red curry coconut noodles. Finally, let’s not forget the food that started it all. A selection of bánh mì sandwiches makes for an ideal lunch. Each is named after a bird. Our editor, Jeff Cohen, is in love with the Raven, as well he should be: it’s a studious, serious creation made with marinated steak, and it will set you up for the day. For me, it’s the Surfng Bird, because I love sardines and surfng music. What’s your favorite?. sl Rook is at 719 Virginia Ave., 759-5828. It’s open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Tursday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and noon to 3 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday. Rook is closed Sunday. For more information, visit rookindy.com.

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KNAPSACK WINES’ TUTORED TASTING

Hubbard & Cravens at Carmel City Center hosted the first in a series of wine tastings with Knapsack Wines, Indiana’s newest boutique distributor of fne wines. The special guest March 25 was Fred Peterson of Peterson Winery in Sonoma County’s Dry Creek Valley. Fred poured some of his limited production Zinfandels and Rhone blends for an appreciative gathering of about 30. To learn more about Knapsack Wines, visit knapsackwines.com.

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BOOTS & BALL GOWNS

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Guests for the 11th annual “Pink Tie Ball” for Susan G. Komen Central Indiana showed up for the fundraiser in a lot of colorful attire. Te local afliate took over Dallara IndyCar Factory in Speedway while raising nearly $200,000 on Feb. 22. Te money will support women in the community through outreach, access to care, patient navigation, treatment assistance and survivor support. To learn more about Komen’s work, visit www.komenindy.org.

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More than 425 people attended the Julian Center’s annual fundraiser, “Te Starlight Ball,” at JW Marriott Indianapolis. Te March 8 event included wine, dinner and a silent auction that brought in more than $100,000. Te center provides shelter, services and education for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and other crises. IMPD’s Debbie Norris, whose daughter was killed in a 2007 domestic violence incident, was the keynote speaker. To learn more about the Julian Center, visit www.juliancenter.org.

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Te Indianapolis Symphonic Choir’s annual “Gala Bel Canto” raised more than $59,000 with a Rule Britannia! theme. Te March 1 event at Conrad Indianapolis included more than 350 Union Jack fags as part of the decoration. Te 300 guests listened to a featured performance by the choir and festival orchestra. Money raised supports the choir’s music education and outreach, including a 6-year-old partnership with IPS that ofers in-class workshops and free concert tickets for students, parents and music teachers.

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REGALIA

Te St. Richard’s Episcopal School community joined for a Monopoly-themed event March 1 at Scottish Rite Cathedral. “Regalia,” in its 20th year, is St. Richard’s premier fundraising event for student scholarships and fnancial aid. More than 320 guests, including current and past St. Richard’s parents and many community members, enjoyed silent and live auctions, dancing and dinner. Te event raised more than $125,000.

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A fundraiser for the International Violin Competition of Indianapolis drew more than 150 guests to Te Alexander hotel. Te evening included dinner, plus silent and live auctions. Youth violinists who study at Indiana University and a Chinese face mask changer performed. In the ancient Chinese art, entertainers change masks in the blink of an eye. Te event raised more than $90,000 for the country’s premier international violin contest, nicknamed “Te Indianapolis.”

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