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GREEN HILLS GEM Immaculately kept home. Private deck with a landscaped backyard, bordering large space with trees. New addition in 2017 with stacked stone, wood-burning fireplace, wood beams, and cypress paneling. Plantation shutters throughout. A three-car garage that can hold two regular vehicles and one small vehicle. Home warranty for appliances and HVAC. Sidewalk to Green Hills shops and restaurants.

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10 Things You Didn’t Know

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Travel During Covid

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Easy Speak

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The Eye of the Tiger

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Sun, Sand and Solace

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Gift of Time

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Bibliotaph

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Gifts for Gourmands

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Falling in Love with Maine

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Of Note

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Ushering in an Era of Audaciousness

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Engaging Alternatives

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Après Ski

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The Future is Electric

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Some Like it Hot

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A Concrete Idea

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Reinvented and Reimagined

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Sleek and Chic

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All Aboard

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From the Publisher

Greetings from the new owners of Sophisticated Living Nashville! My name is Dave Mahanes, and my wife Melissa and I are thrilled to be reintroducing this fantastic publication to Nashville’s sophisticated community. I am a retired career banker who grew up in Nashville. Melissa and I met when we were both living in New York when Melissa managed a contemporary art gallery, and I was an investment banker. Melissa is from Greenwich, CT, but was very familiar with Nashville as a proud Vanderbilt graduate. We moved down to Nashville with our two sons, Jack and Charlie, when living in a 30-story high-rise building in Manhattan had somehow lost its luster. What an incredible journey it has been to be part of the Nashville community for the last 18 years.

Melissa and I have always loved reading Sophisticated Living Nashville. We will continue to cover the best of all aspects of living in Nashville, including fine homes, dining, wine, travel, motoring, art, antiques, books, fashion, jewelry, and society coverage.

In particular, Melissa and I are very passionate about Nashville culture and philanthropy.

To that end, we plan on profiling Nashvillians who have a unique story to tell regarding those topics. Also, we will be advertising only the best of the best of what Nashville has to offer.

Since we closed on the publication’s purchase in August, it has been an exciting journey.

Previously, Melissa has run a graphic design business (Kalligraphia) and co-chaired many events. She will be managing the creative aspects of Sophisticated Living Nashville. The networking aspect of what I do now is similar, but media is very different from financial services. For me, it’s a refreshing change. Since we acquired the magazine, we have had the opportunity to have a personal sampling from a new chef, Jorge Gonzalez at Tavern at Bobby; see where Kenny Chesney stores his wine at Nashville Wine Storage; tour The Register, a spectacular new private club in near lower Broadway; and attend a private showing of Thomas Arvid’s breathtaking still life paintings of wine. Also, I no longer have a commute since our office is in our home!

Melissa and I look forward to getting to know our readers better and seeing them at Nashville’s stellar society events over the coming years, and continuing the precedent of excellence set by the previous owners. For peeks at Sophisticated Living Nashville, please visit our Instagram account at https://www.instagram.com/sophisticatedliving_nashville.

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CHIHULY AT CHEEKWOOD

Dale Chihuly makes a triumphant return to Nashville with stunning large-scale glass installations on Cheekwood’s grounds (until January 10, 2021)

Photographed by Scott Mitchell Leen © Chihuly Studio All Rights Reserved

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A quintessential example of Chihuly’s daring approach to large-scale installations, the “Sun” reflects his lifelong interest in architecture and the natural world. A massing of color and form on a grand scale, the Sun has appeared in varying palettes, from bold combinations of fiery orange, red, and yellow, to more subdued hues of rich golds and clear glass forms. Since its debut in 1998, the “Sun” has been a featured installation at the 2002 Winter Olympic Games in Salt Lake City, and it has been on view at prestigious institutions around the world, such as the de Young Museum, the Salk Institute for Biological Studies, and London’s Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Chihuly’s iconic “Sun” is in the permanent collections of museums including the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts and Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. “Summer Sun” (13 1/2 x 13 1/2 x 13’), 2010

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The beluga form was created during a month-long phase of experimentation in Nuutajärvi, Finland in which the artist grouped them into installations in and along the nearby Nuutajoki River.

White belugas were blown in 1997 in Vianne, France, where Chihuly and his team were making new work at a local glass facility.

“White Beluga”, 1997

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Chihuly first filled boats with glass in Nuutajärvi, Finland, during the 1995 “Chihuly Over Venice” project. After several days of glassblowing, Chihuly started tossing glass forms into the Nuutajoki River to see how they would look in the environment.

As the glass floated downstream it was retrieved in wooden boats by local teenagers, inspiring Chihuly to begin massing forms into wooden boats, creating what would become the “Boat” series.

“Fiori Boat”, 1995

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Chihuly’s initial phase of extensive experimentation with “Chandeliers” culminated in the “Chihuly Over Venice” project (1995-96). Subsequent projects continued to challenge the artist to create large sculptures for spaces without ceilings or where the ceilings could not bear the weight of “Chandeliers”, giving life to the development of the “Tower” series.

“Scarlet and Yellow Icicle Tower” (30 x 7 ½ x 7’), 2013

“Gilded Yellow and Plum Tower” (14 ¾ x 6 ½ x 6 ½’),

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Chihuly began his “Chandelier” series in 1992 for an exhibition at the Seattle Art Museum. These sculptures are assembled with multiple hand-blown glass forms mounted to a steel armature.

“Chandeliers” demonstrate Chihuly’s desire to mass and control color on a grand scale. Over the years, he has explored both multicolored compositions and variations on a single color. Unlike traditional chandeliers, they reflect light instead of emitting it.

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10 THINGS YOU NEVER KNEW ABOUT DALE CHIHULY One of the most innovative glassmakers of the contemporary age, Dale Chihuly reveals to the world through his art glass the incredible feats possible with the medium. From the monumental Chihuly glass installations that grace public spaces and museums around the globe, to smaller works in private collections, Dale Chihuly’s art inspires us daily. In celebration of his birthday on September 20, we wanted to tip our hats to the American art glass icon with some fascinating yet little-known facts about the artist that might make you want to collect his work even more.

1. Dale Chihuly originally wasn’t interested in studying art.

Born in Tacoma, Washington in 1941, Chihuly enjoyed a vibrant childhood in the Pacific Northwest. The 1950s, though, proved devastating as he lost both his only sibling – a brother – in an aviation accident in 1956 and his father to a heart attack two years later. It is perhaps owed to these deaths that Chihuly, upon graduating from high school in 1959, was reluctant to pursue post-secondary education. Fortunately, however, his outlook changed, and he eventually graduated from the University of Washington in 1965 and subsequently attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he completed his Master’s degree in Sculpture.

2. Chihuly’s first “glass art” led to his arrest. In a 2000 interview with Susan Resneck Pierce for Arches, Chihuly shared the emotional tumult that accompanied the death of his family members that resulted in his running with the wrong crowd who committed acts of vandalism: “I got in trouble, too, in high school, for doing stuff I shouldn’t have... I ran around with guys who ultimately did get in trouble. I would never—you know, sometimes we put out a street

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light, my first work in glass! —but I wouldn’t steal a car.” This glassbreaking, though, led to Chihuly’s arrest before his mother convinced him to channel his energy into his education.

3. Dale Chihuly has been known to channel aspects of his biography into his art. Like many artists, Chihuly found ways to reflect upon his own experiences and interests from the very outset of his career. One example can be seen in his early Glass Environment #3, wherein Chihuly sprayed some of his art glass with red paint in homage to his job in a meatpacking plant (which he took to support his mother following his father’s death). The same can be seen in his exploratory 1977 Baskets series, wherein Chihuly deviated from traditional glassblowing techniques to explore more organic forms created from centrifugal forces in homage to the traditional baskets made by Northwest Coast Indian cultures indigenous to the Pacific Northwest. This experimental style grew in his later Macchia series.

4. Chihuly’s interest in art glass began during a textiles course.

Following studies abroad in both Italy and Israel in 1962, Chihuly returned to the Pacific Northwest and recommitted himself to his studies. The following year, he studied weaving with University of Washington faculty member Doris Brockway and, as part of his work, began to incorporate portions of glass into the textiles he created. That initial exploration won him one of his earliest accolades – an award from the Seattle Weavers Guild – and he started studying the art of glass-blowing only a few years later.

5. Dale Chihuly has worn several professional “hats.” In addition to working in a meatpacking plant, Chihuly also worked

Originating during his experimentation in Nuutajärvi, Finland, and later revisited by Chihuly, “Reeds” are among the most dramatic blown glass forms. To create the long, tubular shape, one glassblower is elevated in a mechanical lift while blowing through the pipe to encourage the form to stretch, while another pulls the glass toward the ground.

“Red Reeds”, 2014

for a brief period in 1966 as a commercial fisherman in Alaska while saving up funds to attend graduate school at the University of Wisconsin. He also designed furniture and worked on some interior spaces for his mother, as his undergraduate degree was actually in the field of interior design.

by a steel rod armature hidden in the ceiling. The delicate forms of vibrantly-colored flower blossoms, however, convey a sense of lightness and ethereality as a testament to the brilliance of Chihuly glass. For some more large numbers, let’s talk about the value: According to TripSavvy, Fiori di Como is valued at $3 million.

6. Dale Chihuly wears a characteristic eye-patch because he is blind in one eye. Chihuly himself experienced immense suffering in the form of a catastrophic car crash in England in 1976 that thrust him through the windshield. He endured horrific cuts to his face – necessitating more than 250 stitches – and irreparable damage to his left eye. Recuperation took months and forced Chihuly to reconsider his artistic practice altogether.

9. Dale Chihuly is one of the few living artists with two “museums” devoted to him. Fans of Chihuly art glass who have been fortunate to visit Seattle have probably made a pilgrimage to Chihuly Gardens and Glass. Housed as a long-term exhibition within the Seattle Center in the downtown district of the city, Chihuly Gardens and Glass creates a dynamic space where Chihuly’s imaginative glass forms meld with nature and architecture in playful ways. The same can be said of the Chihuly Collection presented by the Morean Arts Center in St. Petersburg, Florida. Established in 2010, this stand-alone collection features an array of Chihuly art glass that is sure to scintillate visitors.

7. Much Chihuly art is created not solely by him but by his workshop. Since Chihuly’s accident that left him blind in one eye resulted in a loss of depth perception made him wary of working with molten glass. Instead, Chihuly worked from that point onward with his workshop team to bring Chihuly glass art to life. This new mode of practice resulted in a series of dynamic collaborations with some of the most noted art glass makers in the world, including William Morris and Lino Tagliapietra.

8. Dale Chihuly currently holds the title for having created the largest art glass sculpture in the world. This spectacular installation, entitled Fiori di Como, lives across the ceiling of the Bellagio Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. Commissioned by hotel owner, Steve Wynn, in 1998, Chihuly’s Bellagio installation spans 2,000 square feet and amounts to 20 tons of hand-blown glass suspended

10. Beyond Chihuly Gardens and Glass, Chihuly art glass is featured in more than 200 museums around the globe. You can find Chihuly glass on almost every continent, as numerous international museums house examples of his art. From the impressive Chihuly Bridge of Glass that adorns an entrance to the museum in Chihuly’s hometown of Tacoma, Washington, to the sweeping tower of swirling sea life captured in art glass in Atlantis the Palm in the United Arab Emirates and his recent exhibition at Kew Gardens in London, Chihuly’s art glass is beloved the world over. sl Reproduced with permission from In Good Taste/Invaluable, www.invaluable.com

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TRAVEL IN THE TIME OF COVID-19 The Well-Traveled Now Travel Well Louise Bryan Interviews Jen Duncan

File Jen’s story under Fascinating as you organize your office during this continued pandemic pause. While most of the U.S. adapted to “Safer at Home” orders by stocking up on paper goods, mastering Zoom meetings and making resolutions, Jen Duncan, founder of Brio Travel Artisans, recognized an opportunity to travel in Europe during a lockdown and stay on top of the ever-changing reality of which countries may offer travel options for her clients.

Sophisticated Living is excited to talk to the optimistic, analytical travel concierge, who curates personalized luxury experiences for high-end clients, who keep bucket lists on file with Brio.

Jen, how did you possibly end up in Europe during the summer of 2020? My client base comprises a variety of avid travelers who cannot stay still. I have a client who wanted to travel to Europe during June and take advantage of the lockdown scenario. Summer 2020 was an unprecedented travel environment, yet I created a travel experience for my client by using my extensive local ground contacts, including travel experts and law firms. We facilitated the hire of a yacht to travel around Croatia, the one country allowing Americans to enter.

I would typically travel for a yacht hire in advance of my client to inspect the ship and meet the captain. On this occasion, I actually stayed with my client for the two-week duration of the cruise. After sailing the Adriatic Sea’s blue-green waters, I negotiated entry into Greece, becoming one of the first 22 slmag.net

Americans to receive approval to enter Greek waters. At this point, I hired a villa in Capri and the group continued their journey on land, traveling the surrounding area while using the villa as their base. I remained nearby during the villa booking to ensure a safe and exacting experience for the group.

With the inaugural Croatian cruise a success, I helped another client book a week-long yacht charter along the French Riviera. With this cruise, I completed the advance inspection but did not board the vessel for the cruise. When the clients completed their seven-day sojourn without incident, I was ready to travel on my own.

Did you recognize Summer 2020 as a once-in-a-lifetime travel opportunity? Yes! I was excited to move through Europe and experience the lockdown as a tourist and learn from my travel experiences. I was allowed to travel freely around the continent because I could prove I had already been there for several weeks.

While American tourists were not allowed to enter Europe, I was permitted to remain.

After you helped two groups successfully navigate cruises and tours in Croatia, Greece, and France during the height of the lockdown, how were you feeling and what was the next stop for you? The chance to explore Europe during the summer without the usual American crowds was serendipitious to someone in my

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industry. My summer 2020 travels were rich in one aspect - that I enjoyed the scarcity of crowds. But I recognize that the value of travel includes meeting others and learning their stories. That connectivity is not possible when places are deserted or severely limited. While the circumstances afforded ease of travel, it was also not the way I really want to experience travel.

What were your destinations in Europe and what were your observations? Starting on the eastern side of the French Riviera, I rented a car and drove to Monaco. In Monaco, I boarded a commuter train without air conditioning, wearing a mask and reminding myself that travel glitches help us grow! Forty minutes in the heat of August, I disembarked in Sanremo, the coastal city in northwestern Italy and stayed at the Grand Hotel, a 5-star hotel.

The Grand Hotel Sanremo was renovated to what we now recognize as “the new normal.” Tables were placed six feet apart and the breakfast buffet included plexiglass installations with staff serving the guests.

After breakfast, I decided that Europe by car would be my travel mode for the duration and enjoyed not having a plan! My road trip was filled with wonderful surprises. Leaving Sanremo, I picked up the Autostrada A24, the east-west motorway connecting Rome to the Adriatic Sea. With breathtaking bridges and tunnels, the two-lane roadway was completely different without traffic, creating a cool and beautiful experience.

Continuing along the Italian Riviera, I arrived in Portofino, which was enjoying the smaller-than-usual crowds of Italians celebrating the week-long Labor holiday. Driving inland, I sought out the Tuscany region of central Italy, which was much less crowded due to the pandemic, as well as the traditional Italian retreat to the coast for summer. Here, I enjoyed the quintessential hill town of San Gimignano with a bike tour of the wine region. Driving 50 minutes south, I arrived in Siena, a city known for art, architecture, and cuisine and I stayed there for three nights. I played tourist for part of the time, while also catching up on work and running my business. COVID restrictions were in force as the museums were open. But I could not get a ticket because, with limited capacity, the reservations were selling out quickly.

Driving further south, I departed Siena for the 3-hour trip to Rome. Along the way, I stopped in the Umbria region of central Italy and enjoyed a delicious 6-course lunch at a farm with local wines from the nearby vineyard. At the cost of 36 euros, it was a farm-to-table meal that will long be remembered.

I arrived at an empty and eerie Rome, which evoked both beauty and affection. I fell in love with Rome for the first time in all my years traveling to the “eternal city.” During my week in Rome, I connected with locals and accepted invitations to stay in two different hotels. The tourism trade was eager to prove that their accommodation and service levels were suitable for my clients.

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Now, our reader want to know your opinion on the obvious questions: Describe your client’s current mindset. My clients are excited to get a trip on the books and to have something to look forward to by planning ahead. Some of these same clients may decide to postpone a trip and that will be perfectly fine. None of us has ever been through this before. At this point, the majority of my clients have made up their minds about their comfort level regarding travel — whether it is domestic, international or not at all. The comfort level varies widely and also varies by age.

Interestingly, I have some older clients, who are already traveling.

These are clients who have worked hard to get to a place where they can enjoy life, want to be safe, and enjoy travel.

How are people traveling domestically? While many travel professionals had to brush up on road trip itineraries in the early summer, my clients were still booking flights as part of their plans. What has changed is that while some clients would not have considered private flights, more are recognizing that they can afford it, and at least during this travel environment, they see the value of having their family all together on a private flight.

High-end ranch destinations offering 1,000 acres and clean air in the western United States are in high favor. With an appreciation and a re-connection with the outdoors, these ranches provide beautiful spaces with luxury accommodations.

Now that spas have reopened, I am booking destinations with spa services, but these requests require additional research into spa treatment capacity, in addition to room capacity. I would not want a client to land in a lovely hotel only to find that the spa services are fully booked.

Demand is high in most luxury categories, and it is in the best interest of the traveler to plan ahead now and lock in dates.

Most cancellation policies are relatively low risk because vendors understand the circumstances. Even airlines, which have taken advantage of customers by charging high penalties for change fees, are now offering low to no change fees. These lower change fees are one example of the re-calibration of the airline industry’s pricing, which will benefit consumers.

When can we travel internationally? I am already organizing international travel with the clients that I worked with this past summer. Even during the pandemic, I have never stopped planning.

Travel has always been an innately personal experience. All of our clients come to us as referrals from existing clients, which usually results in a great match for our personalized service. We feel honored by how our clients put their trust in us. This trust proves how personal travel really is. The current travel environment places an even more extreme personal decision-making level on clients to determine their right time to travel. Truly, it is different for each client. I provide the 24 slmag.net

tools, including updated country-specific research, for clients to make their own personal decisions. The client makes decisions, including how and why they travel and what they want to take away from their travel experiences. My goal is to provide my clients with the ability to achieve their travel goals, not to sell specific destinations.

How are people traveling internationally? Most of my clients are U.S. citizens, so international travel requires a great deal of detective work. It is our goal to provide all the information to allow travelers to anticipate all the current restrictions. This is such a new environment; a traveler must always have a Plan B — which hopefully does not mean pack up and come home. However, individual countries’ travel terms and quarantine restrictions are changing daily, so travelers must be ready to switch gears. Most of my clients, who are comfortable traveling, already have a flexible skill set and laid-back personality to take on international travel dynamics.

When a client inquires about a specific country, I will research exact and up-to-the-minute travel restrictions. If a client asks what destinations might be available, I encourage them to narrow their criteria because each and every country has dynamic travel terms. I will not quote any travel terms to a specific country in this environment until I have researched the details.

Private islands around the world are in high demand but have been booked up for months. The broader category of private islands, yachts, and villas is experiencing extremely high demand.

I currently have a request for a private island destination that I would normally be able to book in two days, but I am just not certain that this request can be fulfilled for the dates requested.

What changes can the luxury traveler expect on their first trip to another country? Every host country will welcome the American tourist with open arms and genuine gratitude. The pandemic has decimated the travel industry, and some small business owners and boutique hotels will not survive. My clients are well-traveled and travel well. Because every travel business will have some level of impact from the pandemic, the luxury traveler should be sympathetic to the strain on hotels and restaurants and aware that values have shifted. At the same time, luxury travelers genuinely appreciate the opportunity to be in another country because that possibility was absent for several months.

At the same time, I advocate for my clients and provide the personal services and resources necessary to bring the world up to the client’s expectations. Every detail of travel requires more time to confirm locations, reservations, and restrictions. In today’s uncertain travel environment, I seek to alleviate the anxiety of uncertainty and allow clients to enjoy every aspect of the trip. I meet a real need when clients report that they have a sense of relief when I plan their trip — ultimately serving as a personal assistant.

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Can travel be arranged so that the experience is both memorable and safe? Yes, absolutely. We are all at risk now in our everyday life, and that is why we continue to live and travel with caution.

Travelers are making the same choices about wearing masks, social distancing, and avoiding crowds in Europe as they are in the United States.

Outdoor experiences are still favored over indoor situations, which works well with cultural and warm-weather destinations.

In some instances, airports and classes of travel are less crowded and can be more enjoyable.

My clients maintain active “bucket� lists and usually travel several times during the year. Now, these same clients are planning with greater intentionality because one whole travel season was taken away from them. As mentioned earlier, private experiences (e.g., private planes and drivers) are more in demand, and my clients who may have considered those experiences as too fancy or costly, now see the need to be smart and consider those amenities for them to enjoy their travel.

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How has travel changed for the long term? I do not think the world will experience the overall volume of tourism as in years past. Travel professionals believe that policymakers may see the value in lower numbers of tourists, especially in ancient cities. The wear and tear on beautiful landmarks, such as Venice’s canals, may be restricted to encourage the preservation of fragile destinations.

In the same way, travelers will remain cautious about their health when making decisions to travel.

Speed Dating Questions. Jen, what is your advice for immediate travel to: Europe: Croatia: most pristine water on the planet Beach: Turks and Caicos: Hard to beat for sand and sun Adventure Travel: Mexico: eco-tours: rappelling, swimming in cenotes, hiking the Mayan ruins, swimming with dolphins Jen, thank you for taking the time to share your experiences and insight with Sophisticated Living. My pleasure, I love to meet fellow travelers. sl

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EASY SPEAK Written by Dave Mahanes / Photographs by Mandy Reid

Tucked just north of West End Avenue and one block west of Centennial Park lies a romantic, distinguished escape from the stress of traffic, work, and the pandemic. Opened in January 2020, Fable Lounge is a cocktail lounge and piano bar that will transport you to a speakeasy of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s roaring 20’s Jazz Age of the Great Gatsby. Housed in a historic building formerly the home of Jeb’s Sports Bar and Grille and the Acorn, Fable offers finely crafted cocktails made from premium spirits, local brews, and a finely curated wine list.

In addition, Fable features sharable small plates, entrées, and desserts.

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Parmesan Arancini

Ricotta Ravioli

Smoked Tomato PEI Mussels

Titan of Saturn (Hot Toddy)

Strength of the Stag

Apple Sticky Toffee Pudding

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Mercury in Retrograde

Walking through the bright red front door, you encounter a large drawing of a distinguished hare dressed in a three-piece suit — a nod to the Aesop’s Fables theme that permeates the establishment. Fable consists of two large floors with a mezzanine and a piano lounge. It includes two full-service bars, which will increase to three when warmer weather permits outdoor seating in the front courtyard. There is an upstairs patio with a roof, and a covered cigar lounge that is illuminated by the incandescent glow of a tall humidor stocked with such premium smokes as Avo, CAO, and A. Fuentes.

Owners Ben Powell and John Dibble have created a cozy environment that recalls the erudite vibe of, say, the Yale Club.

Sink into a leather chesterfield sofa and peruse the extensive list of skillfully crafted cocktails, local brews, and a thoughtfully curated wine list. The back bar features over 100 high-end and exotic spirits, including Bols Genever Gin, Lagavulin 16-Year single malt scotch, and Jack Daniel’s Sinatra. Local brews featured are Black Abbey, Jackalope, TN Brew Works, Yazoo, and Diskin Cider. The specialty cocktail menu is arranged by type of spirit, and the offerings are creative and elegant, presented in beautiful crystal glassware. For instance, the “Penicillin” is a concoction

of Glenmorangie 10, Laphroaig 10, lemon juice, and tea honey with a sweet, peaty, and smooth finish. The “Titan of Saturn” hot toddy with A.E. Dor VSOP, cranberry cordial, orange, black tea syrup, lemon and cinnamon bitters should cure what ails you in the cold winter months.

The menu is eclectic and delicious. Snacks include spiced mixed nuts, marinated olives & feta, parmesan arancini, roasted garlic hummus, and whipped goat cheese. Highly recommended is the charcuterie plate from which one can choose from seven different artisanal kinds of cheese and three charcuteries: capicola coppa, sweet soppressata, and prosciutto. For the nibbles, try the Meatballs Arrabiata or the Parmesan Aranchini. For the main course, try the House Made Ravioli, the Smoked Tomato Mussels, or Nantucket Diver Scallops. To satisfy your sweet tooth, Fable offers a selection of Vanilla Bean Crème Brulée, Apple Sticky Toffee Pudding, Tiramisu, S’mores Pavlova and Port Cherry Chocolate Cake.

The Fable Lounge is a sophisticated wonderland of fine spirits, tasty fare, and a dreamy, dark ambiance that will take one back to a bygone era of elegance, and shall we say, a bit of decadence. F. Scott and Zelda, come on down! sl

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THE EYE OF THE TIGER

Tiger’s Eye jewelry that celebrates a demi-fine gemstone prized since ancient times Compiled by Claire Williams

Clockwise from top left this page: Andrew Glassford Jewels tiger’s eye and chalcedony earrings (price upon request; andrewglassfordjewels.com). Tiger’s eye pendant from LALAoUNIS (lalaounis.com). Tiger’s eye Cage Star pendant necklace from Colette ($2,245; colettejewelry.com). Rush Jewelry Design tiger’s eye Draper charm ($2,100; rushjewelrydesign.com).

Harwell Godfrey tiger’s eye, turquoise, and diamond earrings (price upon request; harwellgodfrey.com). David Yurman Petrvs horse signet ring in 18K yellow gold with tiger’s eye ($5,100; davidyurman.com). Men’s tiger’s eye bracelet from Ben Bridge ($169; benbridge.com). Coffee Crumble tiger’s eye ring from Bondeye Jewelry ($360; bondeyejewelry.com). Tiger’s eye Chakra bracelet from Ananya (price upon request; ananya.com). Tiger’s eye Lollipop ring from Retrouvai (price upon request; retrouvai.com). Tiger’s eye and diamond skull ring from Lydia Courteille (price upon request; lydiacourteille.com).

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Palm Beach

SUN, SAND AND SOLACE With stringent safety protocols in place, the Dutch island of Aruba and Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino make a "new normal" vacation possible.

Written by Bridget Williams

There are approximately 45,0000 tropical islands (12-acres or larger) in the world, but only one—Aruba—lays claim to being "One Happy Island." Goodness knows I was in dire need of a dose of happiness as I set off for this tropical paradise amid a pandemic.

While some raised their eyebrows in response to learning of my travel plans, others expressed their desire for "the good old days" that involved unfettered travel. At the time of my trip at the end of July, only 28 countries in the world were welcoming visitors bearing a United States passport.

While I knew there were risks, I was confident in my ability to mitigate them, confidence further bolstered by Aruba's proactive efforts to keep COVID offshore. In the end, I decided that it was my responsibility as a journalist to experience international travel during a pandemic first-hand, as we all need to learn how to function as normally and as safely possible as we tiptoe around this invisible foe. Prior to arrival, we were required to complete an online Embarkation/Disembarkation Card that included, among other items, providing proof of a negative PCR COVID test taken within 72 hours of our arrival and purchase Aruba Visitors Insurance (for current regulations, visit aruba.com/us/ traveler-health-requirements).

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Tourism as a major segment of Aruba's economy didn't take off until the 1950s when a large oil refinery that had been the island's main source of employment closed up shop. Aruba's first multi-story hotel, The Caribbean Hotel, opened with great fanfare in 1959. Designed by prolific architect Morris Lapidus, who defined the "Miami Modern" hotel era of the 1950s and 1960s and whose CV also includes the Fontainebleau, Americana, and Eden Roc hotels, the resort rises from what is arguably the choicest piece of beachfront real estate on the island—Palm Beach.

The 357-room resort began flying the Hilton flag in 2016 and immediately set about a year-long multi-milliondollar renovation. Today, the Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino continues to be Aruba's hospitality standard-bearer, which adds additional peace-of-mind in the COVID era. At the time of our visit, the hotel was operating at twenty-percent capacity. Aruba, which typically hosts fifty-thousand tourists on any given day in July, only had seven-thousand. Clearly, social distancing was never a problem.

A sense of history at the Hilton Aruba pervades, from the vintage photographs scattered throughout to a surprisingly large number of employees who've worked at the resort for decades.

Early in the 18th century, a small group of Catholic natives settled an area to the northeast of the town of Noord. They would gather to pray high on a hill overlooking the north shore, and in 1750, Aruba’s first Roman Catholic church—the Alto Vista Chapel—was built.

ATV Tour of Aruba’s undeveloped north coast.

For the scores of guests who've been coming year-after-year, this creates a feeling of familiarity that can turn a standard vacation into something more akin to a joyful family reunion.

The 15-acre property boasts lush gardens that separate the hotel from the beach. A walking path winds down from the openair lobby, past the Mira Solo lobby bar, and the bird garden (don't be surprised if a member of the flock squawks out “hello'” as you pass), and around a pair of large zero-entry pools, before joining a public walking path that extends 2.5-miles along the beach. We set up camp at the ocean's edge, allowing the gentle rustling of the palm leaves that formed the roof of our 'palapa' to lull us into a state of relaxation.

There are six onsite dining options, and at each, like the rest of the resort, there are protocols in place to protect guests and staff.

Sunset Grille, a modern steakhouse under the operation of affable Executive Chef Matt Boland, sits at the dining options' pinnacle.

Originally from New York, Boland has lived on Aruba for three decades and is an outstanding advocate for his craft and the island.

If you ask nicely, he may share his favorite site for swimming with green turtles. Just as entertaining at Chef Boland was our server Juan who possesses one of the most infectious laughs I've heard in a

long time. At the Hilton Aruba, we quickly learned that the staff's genuine hospitality creates the most memorable experiences.

Positioned at the top of a cascading waterfall and a prime spot for watching the sunset, the Mira Solo Bar is ideal for light bites and a pre- or post-dinner cocktail. Rising from the center of the bar is a lighted sculpture that mimics a Divi-Divi tree.

Distinctively shaped to grow in the direction of the prevailing winds, the ubiquitous trees are associated with tenacity and resilience in the face of adversity. Ordering an Aruba Ariba, the island's signature drink is a must. It was created at the hotel

by Juan "Jockey" Tromp during a mixology contest in 1963.

The drink’s refreshing fruitiness belies some serious punch, so imbibers beware! I was a fan of the Aruban Spice and Everything Nice cocktail that had a buttery complexity courtesy of a dash of local pica di papaya hot sauce.

The lunch-only Gilligan's Seafood Shack, positioned between the beach palapas and the pool, offers generous portions.

A similar menu is available from the comfort of your lounge chair by the water as well. The loveliest ladies served us an afternoon espresso each day at Oscar's Market, a grab-and-go option for lighter fare and snacks.

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The California Lighthouse was named after the steamship California, which wrecked nearby on September 23, 198

The most memorable meal has to be the one that's customcrafted for guests through the Sunset Concierge program. Guests are served a bespoke five-course at their choice location, either on the property or off. We chose to supper a short stroll from our room and with our toes in the sand at the water's edge. For quite some time, our rapt gaze fixated on a sailboat that appeared almost if it were on cue, and became perfectly silhouetted in the center of the sun as it slowly slipped into the infinite horizon. To our delight, Juan was our concierge for the evening. He perfectly paced the meal, prepared to our specifications, and far exceeded our expectations.

On property, activities include watersports, a kid's club, a daily complimentary Wellness Journey either on land or sea and the Eforea Spa. The spa had just reopened at the time of our visit, and it was here where COVID precautions were most apparent and disruptive (for obvious reasons) of the typical spa experience.

Even without the use of locker and relaxation rooms, and wearing a mask throughout our massage, the staff went above and beyond to make the treatment as relaxing as possible. Normally open twentyfour hours a day, the sprawling fitness center that is part of the spa complex has limited hours and is kept as clean as a whistle.

Similarly stringent protocols are in place in the resort's casino, which is the only one on the island to offer poker tables with glass partitions separating each person around the table.

Just across the street from the hotel are scores of shops and restaurants catering to tourists. While it was closed during our

Supper in the sand arranged by the Sunset Concierge.

visit, Papiamento Restaurant (papiamentoaruba.com) came highly recommended for its commitment to serving authentic local cuisine in a 126-year-old Aruban "cunucu" house and gardens.

While Palm Beach is the island's social hub, it's worthwhile to engage De Palm Tours (depalmtours.com) to arrange for rental of a UTV for a self-guided tour of Aruba's rugged northeast side. Using intuition and dumb luck to navigate the dirt roads, we encountered rock arches, secret swimming holes, and hardscrabble watering holes seemingly cobbled together with jetsam and flotsam. After making a few inadvertent circles and accidentally coming too close for comfort (on my end) to a cliff's edge, we followed the advice of Lilian Polsbroek, Hilton Aruba's Senior Sales Manager, to head in the direction the Divi-Divi trees were growing. Sure enough, they pointed us in the right direction, and we were soon back in civilization.

For a less bumpy adventure, take a short walk down the beach to the pier where Red Sails Sports offers snorkeling trips, stopping at the SS Antilla, the largest shipwreck dive in the Caribbean. The behemoth cargo ship, scuttled in 1940, now serves as an ideal host for tube sponges, coral formations, tropical fish, shrimp, lobsters, and orange anemones.

Despite the hoop-hopping required to visit Aruba, and the voluntary two-weeks of self-quarantine upon our return, I will say that once we arrived at the Hilton Aruba, it was easy to escape into island time and a vacation state of mind for a few delightful days. sl For more information about the Hilton Aruba Resort & Casino, visit hiltonaruba.com.

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GIFTOF TIME

An expression of personality and possessing the potential for permanence as a functional family heirloom are two of the many reasons why timepieces make the best gifts.

Compiled by Lionel Haff

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This page, clockwise from top left: Carl F. Bucherer Adamavi AutoDate with a 31mm nude dial ($2,850; carl-f-bucherer.com). Reine de Naples ladies wristwatch from Breguet with bezel and dial flange set with 117 diamonds ($36,100; breguet.com). 2020 Tudor Royal 28mm with steel case and diamond-set dial ($3,925; tudorwatch.com). The 18ct yellow gold 42mm Oyster Perpetual SkyDweller from Rolex is fitted with a high-performance Oysterflex bracelet for the first time ($40,000; rolex.com). With its open architecture, the 42mm Patek Philippe 5303R Grand Complications is a timepiece created for connoisseurs (price upon request; patek.com). Opera ladies timepiece from Buccellati with yellow gold, white gold, diamonds and mother-of-pearl ($55,000; us.buccellati.com).

Opposite page, clockwise from top left: Longines Symphonette (from $1,575; longines.com). The unisex TOM FORD N.001 offers interchangeable bracelets in leather and a trio of metal finishes.

The pull-through design allows the wearer to easily make the switch from leather strap to metal bracelet, and vice versa (pricing for the bracelets from $820; tomford.com). Tiffany 1837 Makers 22mm square watch in stainless steel with a black leather strap ($2,700; tiffany.com). Arnold & Son 45mm Globetrotter Night ($18,128; arnoldandson.com).

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This page, clockwise from top left: Franck Muller Vanguard Racing Skeleton V crafted with carbon fiber, titanium, and aluminum ($24,720; franckmuller.com). U23 Cosmopolitan luxury 42mm timepiece by Angelus is comprised of titanium and the highest quality Carbon Thin Ply (CTP) material. A flying tourbillon at 6 o'clock offers enhanced timekeeping, offsetting the effects of gravity ($43,000; angelus-watches.com). A partnership between the Italian tailoring atelier Kiton and Chopard has resulted in the the L.U.C. XP IL Sarton Kiton timepiece. The ultra-thin watch with a steel dial and cashmere strap lined with alligator leather is limited to 100 pieces ($10,800; chopard.com/us). Bell & Ross BR 03-92 Diver Orange, limited to 350 pieces ($3,900; bellross.com). De Bethune DB28 GS watch in titanium with a black rubber strap ($80,000; shsilver.com). The design of Reservoir’s Battlefield Collection celebrates WWII all-terrain vehicles, a symbol of tenacity, durability and ingenuity ($3,900; reservoir-watch.com). A unisex design, the Breitling Endurance Pro combines an ultra-lightweight 44 millimeter Breitlight case and a thermo-­compensated SuperQuartz movement ten times more accurate than conventional quartz ($3,000; breitling.com). Opposite page, clockwise from top left: Lady Gaga wearing the Black Bay 32 from Tudor ($4,000; tudorwatch.com). Alpine skier Mikaela Shiffrin wearing a Longines MS Conquest VHP Classic (from $950; longines.com). Photo courtesy of Longines. German dressage rider Sönke Rothenberger wearing a Longines Master Collection timepiece (from $1,850; longines.com). Image courtesy of Longines. Reservoir Hydrosphere Blackfin diving watch ($4,300; reservoir-watch.com).

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Bibliotaph...

Compiled by Victoria Chase The rules, traditions, and customs of table setting and entertaining, à la bohemian. Amanda Bernardi—The Modern Bohemian Table: Gathering with Friends and Entertaining in Style—hardcover, 208 pages, Paige Tate & Co. (paigetate.com) Historian Adrian Tinniswood takes readers on a glorious journey through the golden age of the country house party, with snippets on the revelries of guests from Nancy Astor to Winston Churchill.

Adrian Tinniswood— The House Party: A Short History of Leisure, Pleasure and the Country House Weekend—hardcover, 144 pages, Faber & Faber (faber.co.uk) Sharing a meal is one of life's greatest pleasures and a powerful and intimate way to create community. When you’re feeding a crowd, this book of big-batch recipes from notable chefs fits the bill. Leslie Jonath and 18 Reasons—Feed Your People: Big-Batch, Big-Hearted Cooking and Recipes to Gather Around—hardcover, 320 pages, powerHouse Books (powerhousebooks.com)

Take your taco Tuesday up a notch, with recipes for tantalizing tacos and equally inventive tequila-inspired cocktails. Katherine Cobbs—Tequila & Tacos: A Guide to Spirited Pairings—paper over board, 176 pages, Tiller Press (simonandschuster.com)

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bib 'li' o 'taph, [bib-lee-uhtaf, -tahf ]: a person who caches or hoards books In her first book, noted L.A. hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran shares her secrets for planning and giving brilliantly executed parties at home. Lavishly photographed, the eight fetes features range from a California pool party to a festive Christmas brunch. Stephanie Booth Shafran—You’re Invited: Classic, Elegant Entertaining— hardcover, 240 pages, Rizzoli (rizzoliusa.com)

Sustenance for hunker-downers needn’t be limited to packaged snacks, as this book attests.

Katherine Bebo—Binge-Watching Eats: Themed snacks for your next binge watch—paper over board, 160 pages, Ryland Peters & Small (rylandpeters.com)

Each of the nutritious, alcohol-free beverage recipes in this book were designed with minimally added sugar and allnatural ingredients that you can easily find at any grocery store. Available in May 2021. Diana Licalzi & Kerry Benson— Mocktail Party: 75 Plant-Based, Non-Alcoholic Mocktail Recipes for Every Occasion—hardcover, 144 pages, Blue Star Press (bluestarpress.com) Serve up fictional fare from legendary literary meals for your real-life holiday celebrations. Alison Walsh—A Literary Holiday Cookbook: Festive Meals for the Snow Queen, Gandalf, Sherlock, Scrooge, and Book Lovers Everywhere—hardcover, 272 pages, Skyhorse Publishing (skyhorsepublishing.com) The only official Disney guide to creating magical events that draw on 90 years of Disney inspiration.

Amy Croushorn—Entertaining with Disney: Exceptional Events From Mickey Mouse to Moana!—hardcover, 192 pages, Insight Editions (insighteditions.com)

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Sip, Savor & Celebrate Gifts for Gourmands Compiled by Colin Dennis

This page, clockwise from top left: A gold medal winner in the World Spirits Competition, the Jalapeño Pineapple Margarita from On the Rocks uses a flavor combination of pineapple, triple sec, plata tequila and jalapeño to create the perfect drink for those who like it hot (from $11.99; ontherockscocktails.com). The high-performance Saeco Xelsis Espresso Machine features an advanced touch-screen display that offers 15 different coffee drink selections, and stores drink preferences for up to eight different users ($1,999; usa.phillips.com). Bluegrass Soy Sauce with bourbon barrel stave chopsticks ($18; bourbonbarrelfoods.com). SMEG x Dolce&Gabbana Sicily is my Love stand mixer ($1,500; smegusa.com). Aged in ex-bourbon barrels for 40-44 months in an underground cellar, Cincoro Extra Añejo offers an exceptionally long finish, akin to the complexity of a fine Cognac. The ultimate tequila for the person who has it all ($1,600; cincoro.com).

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This page, clockwise from top left: Previously only available to fine restaurants nationwide, Black Hawk Farms is now making a selection of their American Wagyu cuts available to the home chef through their online shop. Based in Princeton, KY, Black Hawk Farms is one of the only farms in the country to utilize vertically integrated production techniques to nurture its cattle from seed-to-slaughter (blackhawkmeats.com/shop). Silver has the highest heat conductivity of ANY element and the solid silver cookware from Duparquet offers a high-performance pan of unparalleled beauty. Made to order (from $2,600; duparquet.com). Photo by Pat Piasecki. Riedel’s Cornetto decanter, originally introduced in 2004, has been reimagined with the launch of the Cornetto Confetti Collection, featuring hand-blown bands of color pulled throughout the decanter in vibrant hues of either orange (shown) or green ($299; riedel.com). Widely known as “Napa’s first cult Cabernet,” the 2017 vintage of Beaulieu Vineyard’s Georges de Latour Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon is sure to put a smile on your favorite oenophile’s face ($145; bvwines. com). The Spice Up The Holidays spice box collection is from Healthy On You, a black woman-owned business created by certified health coach Samantha Binkley ($49.95; healthyonyou.com).

Society Limonta Matte Maya placemat ($65), Onda plate ($70), Buto flat-bottom dish ($70) and Nap Viky and Nap Los napkins ($40/each; societylimonta.com). Small-batch Casa Dragones tequila has been called a “Tastemaker’s Top Tequila” by Forbes Magazine. This gift set includes a 750ml bottle of Joven tequila with two glasses ($275; casadragones.com). A paprika base dry rub with a hint of smoke and a spicy kick of cayenne and traditional Perini Ranch flavors ($13.50; periniranch.com).

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Our sailboat Va Bene in Five Islands.

FALLING IN LOVE WITH MAINE Written and photographed by Craig Kaminer

Since 2016, I have been lucky enough to sail over 8,000 miles in and around New England, down the entire East Coast, through the Bahamas, around Key West to Tampa Bay, and back again. My wife Debbie and I, and on occasion, our sons and friends, traveled offshore and via the Intracoastal Waterway, frequently stopping to look around and walk our now 10-year-old chocolate lab, Charlie.

But some days, we sailed around the clock to get to an important port before the weather changed, where we would wait until Mother Nature returned to a more moderate and predictable pattern.

While each port we've visited has been unique in its own way, perhaps our recent trip to Maine this past summer was the most memorable. I had seen pictures of the great towns, the lobstermen, rocky coastlines, and fog in every imaginable book and website I consulted. Still, nothing prepared me for the Maine experience, even my enthusiastic friends and colleagues who have summered here for years.

Sailing from Newport, Rhode Island to Sorrento, Maine, (across the bay from Bar Harbor) required a flexible itinerary, patience, and a minimum of two weeks. And, even then, it would have been better to explore this under-appreciated jewel for a month or more. So, amid the pandemic, which afforded us the 46 slmag.net

flexibility to be away from St. Louis for almost four weeks, we set out to discover what the fuss was all about Down East.

After a few quick stopovers at ports in Massachusetts and New Hampshire, we sailed to Portland, Maine. While it's worthy of an even longer stay, we stopped for two nights at Fore Points Marina (forepointsmarina.com) as we awaited friends from New York to join us.

Portland is vibrant with excellent craft breweries, seafood joints, galleries, great shopping, and museums that appeal to its hip community of residents and visitors. Mega-yachts, including the 312-foot Kismet at the end of our pier, share dock space with transient yachtsmen and smaller craft. We had the best lobster rolls ever (at Highroller; highrollerlobster.com), amazingly fresh oysters farmed the same day from nearby coves, and a great dinner at Scales (scalesrestaurant.com).

At the crack of dawn, we woke to walk Charlie and hit the fog-filled open water to Rockland. The coastline was exquisite, but it was only visible for half of the day. The balance of the sail, we were socked in with fog, fog horns, and surprising blips on the radar that, out of nowhere, heralded vessels on a collision course. A severe weather forecast ended the day early. Fortunately,

Charlie posing on the rock bar that joins two islands.

College roommates Nancy Lane and Debbie Kaminer practicing yoga in Boothbay Harbor.

Drone photo of Sorrento Harbor.

the storm passed quickly, and the sun came out by dinner, so we ventured back into town on our dinghy for a special meal at Hill's Seafood Company (hillsseafoodco.com).

Rockland turned out to be a great stopover, albeit not as hip as Portland or as quaint as some of the places we stopped in the days to come. Still, we found some outstanding restaurants, a handful of worthy galleries, a boardwalk for a late-night stroll, and some of the cheapest diesel fuel on earth (under $2 per gallon).

As we pulled into Boothbay Harbor, a small picturesque town reminiscent of Charlevoix, Michigan, the scenery started to appear what we'd imagined Maine would look like: boulders on the shoreline, tall pine trees, lobster pots socially distanced no more than six feet apart, stunning homesteads passed down from generation to generation and friendly people with thick New England accents. We had a relaxing lunch overlooking the harbor (Fisherman's Wharf Inn; fishermanswharfinn.com), shopped the town, hiked to the other shore, and picked up eight freshly steamed lobsters for $40.

From Boothbay, we sailed to our target destination of Sorrento just across the bay from Bar Harbor. We added Sorrento to our itinerary at the behest of our friend Steve Dwyre and his sailing companion Cindy Cady. They live there in a 100-year-

old waterfront home overseeing his 46-foot Oyster sloop named Willow. For years, Steve has urged us to visit, and we were pleased that the town was more beautiful than he said it would be.

We found the town's only rental mooring, and for $25 a night, we moored in a well-protected harbor just a short dinghy ride to the town dock.

We quickly discovered that Mainers prefer row bows to inflatable dinghies, and most docks are crammed with them. It makes for a nice picture, and while it seems impractical to us, we rowed when we could to feel local and get some exercise.

Steve and Cindy have been cruising continuously since 2016, filling their passport with stops in numerous ports of call.

Karl Gerchow and Conner Esworthy, a young couple they met in Honduras this past winter when the pandemic forced them to stay put, were also staying with them. Karl and Conner met while working in finance at JPMorgan in New York City, and soon realized they shared a dream of buying a sailboat and enjoying a liveaboard lifestyle. I'm sure their friends and family all thought they were crazy (especially with their Ivy League educations on sabbatical), but they have been sailing for three-and-a-half years and seem happier than most.

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Thank you lobster dinner for Steve and Cindy.

View from Star Island in Isles of Shoals.

For four days, Steve's house became a sort of sailor's halfway house. We told stories, sat by a fire (yes, it was that cold at night), learned to crochet, painted rocks, watched movies, cooked dinner, drank wine, and discussed our upcoming sailing plans. Since then, we have stayed in touch with Karl and Conner, adding them to our growing list of sailor friends who understand us better than some of our land-bound acquaintances do.

On one of our days in Sorrento, we visited Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. Bar Harbor was great, but a little too commercial and not exactly what we were looking for. Acadia was beautiful and the perfect place to hike, take photos and clear our heads with brisk fresh air. We hiked around Jordan's Pond, which I was promised would be an easy two-to-three mile jaunt that ended up being closer to six. My hips were stiff, my muscles a little sore, but I am delighted to have done it. I am sure I would say the same thing if I did an Ironman.

Another day we hunted sea glass and heart-shaped rocks on a rock bar connecting two small islands. It's the perfect spot to hang out until high tide gradually separates the pair of islands. Soaring bald eagles, ospreys, and harbor seals made the afternoon magical, even though I thought Steve said we were boating to a bar for drinks. There was bar (a rock bar), and we did have drinks, but it proved I need to be a more careful listener.

That night, Debbie and I cooked a "thank you" dinner consisting of lobsters, fresh corn, asparagus, and a locally baked blueberry pie.

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The harbor shop in North Haven sells everything from fuel to lobsters.

Conner Esworthy and Karl Gerchow in Maine on their 3 1/2 year sailing sabbatical.

We pulled out of Sorrento Harbor on Saturday morning, planning to reach Camden by evening. The winds grew throughout the day with 35-knot gusts blowing straight at our bow. Rather than fight the aggressive conditions, we altered our course and pulled into North Haven. Much to our surprise, we found one of the best-curated shops we have seen in some time (The North Haven Gift Shop, located Main Street; northhavengiftshop.com) and walked a couple of miles before returning to Va Bene. Due to the howling winds, we decided to fix dinner on board, stream the latest Yellowstone episode, write in our journals, and get a good night's rest.

Our next stop was a little town called Five Islands, so named because it is literally surrounded by five small islands on Sheepscot Bay's edge. It was as pretty as a postcard, with the main attraction being a lobster shack (Five Islands Lobster Co.; fiveislandslobster.com), which boasts some of the state's best coldwater lobsters. When you are called to the counter by one of the family members (in this case, it was a boy around 12 years old), you told him how big of a lobster you wanted, and he fetched one that had been caught earlier in the day, weighed it and charged accordingly. A duo of two-plus-pound lobster dinners rang up less than $50. The people we met at the socially distanced family-style tables were just as incredible.

We continued to Isles of Shoals, an off-the-coast of Portsmouth grouping of three islands jointly owned by New Hampshire and Maine. In good years it is home to seasonal

Sunset after severe weather in Rockland.

Jordan's Pond in Acadia National Park.

residents, students, and volunteers who reside there studying art, history, sustainability, spirituality, and yoga. We did check out Star Island, which looked the most inhabited, but found a "closed for the season, no trespassing" sign. Charlie had to go, so we trespassed for a few minutes, saw the ancient grave sites of 10 or so people who chose to be buried there over the few hundred years it was semi-occupied, and headed back to the boat for cocktails and dinner.

From Isles of Shoals, we sailed most of the day in the rain to Provincetown (aka PTown) again, where we finally got a reservation in one of the top-rated restaurants (The Mews; mewsptown.com) according to TripAdvisor. We'd been on the lookout for whales all day and finally witnessed two massive Humpback whales breach and put on a show for tourists gawking on the nearby whale watching tours.

Upon arrival in PTown, we suited up to take Charlie for a walk and check out a few of the stores we had missed on our earlier visit.

With the foul weather, an irritable outboard engine, and two forgotten face masks, we returned to Va Bene, doffed our raingear, took much needed hot showers, and made our own five-star meal. The sun was out the next morning, so we spent some time in Provincetown before heading around the outside of Cape Cod to Nantucket.

It was another long, wet day of sailing, but by the time we arrived near sunset in Nantucket, the skies had cleared, and the charm of Nantucket welcomed us. We were retrieved at the town

Overlooking Cuttyhunk Harbor.

dock by friends who had rented a house there through September.

We enjoyed cocktails, a hot shower, and putting on "real" clothes for a fabulous meal at Queequeg's (queequegsnantucket.com).

An additional day of life on land allowed us to enjoy the beaches, lunch in town, a couple of great book shops, and a harbor full of mega yachts and best-in-class sailboats which can entertain an old salty dog like me for a week or more. There aren't many places like Nantucket, which combine a whaling town's authenticity, a retreat for the well-heeled and well-traveled, and the yachtsman. Unfortunately, the diesel was $5 per gallon here.

Perfection has its price.

On Saturday, we woke up early to a strong, steady wind which sailed us at least 7.5 knots to our home port of Portsmouth, Rhode Island (just four miles inland of Newport, Rhode Island) in record time and not having to use any of the expensive diesel I filled up on just in case. We tied Va Bene up for the first time in two-plus weeks, hosed her off, and for the next couple of days, restored her to her pristine condition before driving home to St. Louis so I could get back to work and write this story.

Rocky coastlines, lobster pots and boats, fog, rain, and windy conditions make Maine a challenging place to sail. Still, it is one of the most magical places we have ever been to. I am not sure when we will return, but Maine will always be close to the top of the list from now on, and if you ever want to come aboard, please let me know. sl

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Of Note... Sectionals for a crew or a socially-distant two

Compiled by Colin Dennis

This page, clockwise from top left: Ben Soleimani Cyrus sectional ($4,450; bensoleimani.com). Riviera sectional designed by Suzanne Tucker for Michael Taylor Designs (michaeltaylorcollections.com). Lampert sectional from Jonathan Adler ($5,790; jonathanadler.com). Sand sofa from LAGO (lago.it/en). Opposite page, clockwise from top left: Astaire sectional from Room & Board ($4,450; roomandboard.com). Apollo by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia’s Maxalto collection (bebitalia.com). Bend-Sofa designed by Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia (price upon request; bebitalia.com). The N701 is a modular seating collection designed by Jacques Deneef for Ethnicraft (pieces from $689; ethnicraft.com). Gus Modern Mix Modular four-piece wedge section in cognac vegan appleskin leather (pieces from $1,595; gusmodern.com). Gus Modern Silverlake sectional ($4,590; gusmodern.com).

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USHERING IN AN ERA OF AUDACIOUSNESS The Maserati MC20 Written by Andre James

It happened this past September in Modena, the heart of Italy's Motor Valley and the Trident brand's home for eight decades. Parked drive-in theatre-style before a monumental stage surmounted by an equally large LED screen were 44 Maserati cars from all eras. Behind them, bleacher seating held socially distanced VIPs and media from all around the world. All had gathered for a world premiere, live-streamed, with simultaneous mirror events in New York and Tokyo. Live drummers ushered in a spectacular fastpaced multimedia show that shared Maserati's contemporary vision before unveiling its MC20 supercar.

The MC20 appeared on stage first as a hologram. When the real thing arrived, its butterfly doors opened, and Maserati Reference Driver Andrea Bertolini emerged, an apropos pilot for a supercar stunner entirely made in Italy, including the engine.

A real head-turner, the MC20's body envelops a sporty soul with a Formula 1-derived 630-horsepower V6 Nettuna engine with the new patented Maserati Twin Combustion technology. It delivers 0-60mph acceleration in under 2.9-seconds and boasts a top speed above 200mph. Maserati had not built its own engines since 1998.

Employing a system known as Virtual Vehicle Dynamics Development allowed ninety-seven percent of the car's development to be virtual, reducing delivery times and lowering costs. The MC20 spent more than two-thousand working hours in the Dallara Wind Tunnel to refine its aerodynamics. Except for a discreet rear spoiler, there are no conspicuous aerodynamic appendages. Air vents on the bonnets and the side are virtually invisible when viewed from some angles. Also highlighting the 52 slmag.net

aerodynamics are the butterfly doors. Opened via push-button from the inside, they enable easier access to and from the cabin while showing off the carbon fiber cockpit.

Inside the driver-focused cabin, functionality and visibility are paramount. Laid out like the cockpit of a racing car, black materials and dark upholstery prevent windscreen reflections. Inspired by a luxury timepiece, the driving mode selector is mechanical and precise.

The MC20's thick steering wheel is the only first new-generation Maserati to have an ignition button.

A simple turn of the selector activates one of the MC20's five driving modes. CORSA mode offers the most extreme experience, with less-active traction control, and stability control with high thresholds for the most challenging handling.

The new generation two-screen Maserati Intelligent Assistant (MIA) multimedia system allows for full personalization to the driver's user preferences and offers extreme connectivity to the car via Maserati Connect.

Racing has always been in Maserati's blood, and the MC20 is the brand's siren song for those who pine to drive an Italian supercar with thrilling performances and elegant lines on the road. At the Modena launch, Davide Grasso, Maserati CEO commented, "For our Brand, this is a time to build: the time to be forward-looking and construct our future. We are laying the foundation stone of our tomorrow, and we are doing it together, guided by our passion, unique in our design, and innovative by nature."

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ENGAGING ALTERNATIVES Non-traditional engagement rings for saying ‘I do!’ differently Compiled by Bridget Williams

Clockwise from top left: Mindi Mond platinum ring with a spiked baguette center diamond flanked by emerald-cut diamonds (price upon request; mindimondny.com). VanLeles London one-of-akind Legends of Africa Octahedron ring with diamonds and Zambian-sourced emeralds ($36,703; vanleles.com). Brent Neale one-of-a-kind Moi Et Toi ring with a pair of 2ct diamonds surrounded by sapphires, emeralds, and rubies (price upon request; brentneale.com). Diamond halo ring by Stephen Silver set with a 5.36-carat cushion-cut Ceylon sapphire ($52,900; shsilver.com). Cadar Tu Trio engagement ring in 18k gold with diamonds. Solitaire sold separately ($9,250; cadar.com). Cathy Waterman recycled platinum pave frame ring with ethically sourced emerald and diamonds (price upon request; cathywaterman.com). Taken gold band from Established Jewelry ($2,640; establishedjewelry.com). Nam Cho platinum ring with white diamonds and white sapphires ($8,770; namcho.com). Solitaire from Dreamboule’s ‘Free and Fun’ collection in 18k rose gold with diamonds and black volcanic stone (price upon request; dreamboule.com).

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Clockwise from top left: Nora Kogan Elise ring with emerald-cut diamond in a matte satin gold setting ($5,225; norakogan.com). Picchiotti Classics Imperial Collection white gold, diamond, and ruby ring (price upon request; picchiotti.it/ENG). De Cosmi 18K yellow gold and rough diamond ring (price upon request; decosmi.com). Custom engagement ring by Harwell Godfrey (price upon request; harwellgodfrey.com). Emily Kuvin 14k diamond Three Dot ring ($1,870; emilykuvin.com). Jemma Wynne bespoke ring with baguette cut diamond (price upon request; jemmawynne.com). Fantazia by Aisha Baker in 18k yellow gold with diamonds and white quartz ($10,800; aishabaker.com). Anna Sheffeld Bea Three Stone ring with black diamond (from $25,300; annasheffield.com). Ascension Illusion diamond ring from Graziela ($7,500; grazielagems.com). Maya Gemstones Perfect Ring in yellow gold with 1ct Maya-cut diamond (price upon request; mayagemstones.com).

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Rehearsal Hall at Utah's Sundance Mountain Resort

APRÈS SKI Written by Bonnie Graves

For some that ski, the slopes and the snow are enough; what you eat afterwards (or, before, in the case of Sundance’s awardwinning brunch) is an afterthought. Increasingly though, ski resorts across the American West are realizing that their success is as much about amenities like fine dining as it is about pure powder. While there will always be those skiers who are happy enough with a quick tuna sandwich or a burger, perhaps wolfed down with some lukewarm hot chocolate or bad beer, many others now expect better food and then some.

Voted the #1 Ski Resort in North America in Conde Nast’s 2019 Readers’ Choice Awards, Sundance may not be such a secret anymore. When Redford bought the land surrounding Utah’s majestic Mount Timpanogos in 1969, he envisioned a place where art, nature and community could coexist. He may not have imagined the juggernaut that has become the Sundance Film Festival. Much of that January glamour actually happens across the hill in Park City, where resorts like Deer Valley have dominated Utah’s ski industry. Quietly, the original Sundance Mountain Resort remains nestled at the base of the ‘sleeping maiden Utahna’ 56 slmag.net

and its winning combination of culture and cuisine makes it a standout. For wine enthusiasts, the list at the Tree Room restaurant – named for the belovedly stubborn tree that has grown in the center of the dining room for nearly 50 years – offers Utah’s best selections.

While Mormon prohibitions against alcohol remain an issue in nearby Provo, Sundance is a welcome haven of fermented grape juice. Sundance’s proprietary label series has attracted fine wineries like Honig, Sokol-Blosser, Altamura, Selby and others. And no visit to Sundance is complete without a post-ski cocktail at the famous Owl Bar, where the bullet-riddled bar and the “Butch Cassidy” memorabilia bring an authentic cowboy vibe. Lastly, Sundance’s more casual restaurant, The Foundry Grill, offers a Sunday Brunch that is without compare. Be sure to make a reservation and to starve yourselves the night before, or you’ll fail to do justice to its jawdropping array of both savory and sweet brunch options.

Heading north to Montana, another ski area is fast becoming a dining destination. Located halfway between West Yellowstone and Bozeman, Rainbow Ranch Lodge and the Big Sky Resort ski area have steadily drawn attention and celebrity investment.

Duck at the Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe's flagship restaurant Manzanita

Whether the likes of Ben Affleck, Justin Timberlake and Tom Brady genuinely appreciate the world-class ski runs or merely enjoy the solitude remains to be seen. Rainbow Ranch Lodge is kind of a next-gen Sun Valley. It’s still small enough to feel personal yet, like Sundance, it offers extraordinary food and wine experiences for its guests. A new winter menu greets skiers with appetizers like venison tartare with fermented Japanese plums and a curried squash tart made with local Montana honey. Entrées include seasonally appropriate game like elk made into a savory ragoût or fresh, wild-caught halibut that is flown in from Alaska twice weekly. And don’t miss the opportunity for an intimate wine dinner in Rainbow Lodge’s Bacchus Room, where a best-instate collection of over 5000 selections is available for every palate.

While not an unknown brand by any means, the Ritz-Carlton on Lake Tahoe’s North Shore is taking luxurious cuisine to the next level. Blessed with a mid-mountain location that offers unparalleled ski-in / ski-out access to the Northstar slopes, the Ritz at Lake Tahoe offers multiple dining outlets for everything from high-end business dinners to family-friendly dining. A favorite is Manzanita

Restaurant, its flagship at the resort; Manzanita’s “California Mountain Cuisine” weaves seasonal produce and meats with alpine aesthetics into a restaurant that helped the Ritz earn the first ever AAA 5-Star rating in the Tahoe area. It sets the standard for fine dining in the region. More casual options include Café Blue and the comfy Living Room Lounge. Family members of all ages can enjoy either s’mores or Champagne by the numerous fire pits and, the in-room dining – while not inexpensive – echoes the Ritz’ commitment to being the best-in-class among California ski resorts.

Whether one chooses to load up with a luxury brunch before hitting the slopes or instead opts for a hot shower followed by an epic dinner, these three ski resorts and others are acknowledging the industry’s need for better food and wine options. Each of these three resorts is now again open for business and has taken extraordinary steps to safeguard their guests during the pandemic, e.g., enhanced cleaning protocols, socially distant dining and mask mandates. And, after a long period of pandemic dormancy, we all could certainly use a little something luxurious to look forward to on our winter calendars. sl

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THE FUTURE IS ELECTRIC LYRIQ, Cadillac's first all-electric vehicle, ushers in a new era in luxury, technology, and zero-tailpipe-emissions performance.

Written by Andre James / Photos courtesy of Cadillac In 2019, Cadillac announced it would spearhead General Motors' shift to an all-electric future. After GM announced their new Ultium batteries in early 2020, Cadillac hit the accelerator in August, unveiling the LYRIQ show car, a fully electric luxury crossover. "LYRIQ was conceived to make every journey exhilarating and leverages more than a century of innovation to drive the brand into a new era while rewarding passengers with a more personal, connected and immersive experience," said Jamie Brewer, Cadillac LYRIQ chief engineer. "To do this, we developed an architecture specifically for EVs. It is not only an exceptional EV but first and foremost a Cadillac."

Within the LYRIQ, the Ultium battery system (with 300+ miles of range on a full charge) is a structural element of the architecture, integrated to improve ride and handling and safety.

The lower center of gravity and near 50/50 weight distribution enabled by the battery pack placement results in a sporty, responsive vehicle offering spirited driving. A distinctive "black crystal" grille in the front is one of the LYRIQ's most unique and expressive design elements on the outside.

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torque to the pavement without wheelspin for zippy acceleration and confident cornering capability.

The unique driving experience will begin upon approaching the vehicle. Once LYRIQ recognizes the driver, they are "greeted" with a choreographed lighting sequence, while the seats, mirror, and climate system make adjustments in preparation for the journey.

Inside the cabin, a 33-inch-diagonal advanced LED display artfully integrates a single, large screen that spans the driver's viewing area and incorporates driver information details, infotainment controls, and camera views. Other technology of note includes easy monitoring of the battery and charging; a new dual-plane augmented reality-enhanced head-up display; the latest version of Super Cruise; supervised remote parking that can help the LYRIQ park itself whether the drive is inside or outside of the vehicle; new active road noise cancellation technology; and, an exclusive partnership with AKG to offer a state-of-the-art 19-speaker sound system.

"The LYRIQ represents the next iteration of the iconic brand's styling, enabled by electrification, as only Cadillac can express," said Andrew Smith, executive director, Global Cadillac Design.

"Inside and out, LYRIQ is a thoughtful integration of design and technology and is intended to make every drive an occasion."

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Resortwear to inspire, even if your holiday vacay is only a vacation state of mind.

Compiled by Bridget Williams

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SOME LIKE HOT

This page, Free Will swimsuit from Castamira ($215; castamira.com).

Opposite page, clockwise from top left: Aqua Blu Odyssey swim shorts ($72; aquablu.com.au). Strelitzia Butterfly swimsuit ($125; lagottaswimwear.com).

Montce Oxana Kim bikini top ($122) and Oxana Tamarindo bikini bottom ($102; montce.com). Retro sunglasses and glasses from Uncommon James x DIFF Eyewear collaboration ($85; uncommonjames.com). La Gotta CBD-based sun care line (lagottaswimwear.com). Montce Pampas Floral one-piece ($198; montce.com).

Ilia Black White bugs from La Gotta ($130; lagottaswimwear.com). Sensi Studio lampshade caladohat with frayed brim ($67; sensistudio.com). Katie one-piece swimsuit in green papaya from Hermoza ($158; thehermoza.com).

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This page, Sensi Studio balloon sleeve maxi dress with hand embroidery in 100% Peruvian pima cotton voile ($186), Lady Ibiza hat with medium twist band ($108), and mini frayed basket bucket bag ($246; sensistudio.com). Opposite page, clockwise from top left: Kayla gingham bikini top ($152) and tennis skirt from Montce ($182; montce.com). Daisy beaded sunglass.mask chain from Soraya Hennessy ($120; sorayahennessy.com). Saltwater Knot bandeau ($80) and Hilary high waist bottom ($68; pqswim.com). Paper London Martha and Frankie dresses in organic cotton ($380 & $419; paperlondon.com). Bali top ($98) and Venice banded bottom ($98) from Shore (shorebrand.com). Paper London Coconut swimsuit ($251; paperlondon.com).

NOA 18K gold-filled shell bracelet ($95; noajewelry.com). PQ Swim Capri embroidered tunic ($124; pqswim.com). Hermoza Jirau basket bag ($200; thehermoza.com).

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A CONCRETE IDEA

Going beyond grey, Kast Concrete Basins’ product line is available in a rainbow of colors.

Written by Bridget Williams

Switzerland native Tim Bayes says he first became enamored with the “fascinating and unique” properties of malleable concrete while studying at the University of Westminster in London. “It starts out life as a liquid and combines the organic characteristics of natural stone with the ability to be cast into any shape. It also has a contemporary context that other stone materials don’t have,” he explained.

He founded Lowinfo in 1998, which allowed him to design and fabricate a range of concrete furniture and interior surfaces. Realizing a gap in the market, Bayes further honed his craft, establishing Kast Concrete Basins in 2013 in Nottingham, England. This first-ofits-kind niche brand specializes in designing, manufacturing, and distributing washbasins and sinks in a spectrum of styles.

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rainbow of colors, from cheery to calming. Equally at home in traditional and contemporary interiors, Bayes points out that “many of my design values align with modernism, with an emphasis on functional design and clean lines.”

Kast’s factory is also its design studio, and Bayes asserts that continuous experimentation leads to generating ideas and solving problems. “I believe a tacit knowledge of materials and physical making skills underpin and elevate the design process. Any design that we conceive can be tested, refined, and made right here,” he elucidated.

While his company has had to put plans for a public launch of new collections on hold, Bayes remains optimistic. “The pandemic has been difficult in many ways, but it has allowed us as a team more time for thought, reflection, and planning.” And, he added, “Washing our hands has never been so important.” sl kastconcretebasins.com

Again and Again

Cauliflower

Black Truffle Pasta

Sage Advice

REVAMPED & REIMAGINED Written by Melissa Mahanes

We had the pleasure of dining at the newly reimagined Tavern at Bobby with a fully revamped food and beverage menu. Nestled in the far end of the 4th Avenue North Bobby Hotel’s lobby-the rustic wood, music-inspired artwork, and cozy leather banquettes are the perfect socially-distanced pods to enjoy the new menu.

With the reopening of Tavern at Bobby, new Executive Chef Jorge Gonzalez brings his passion for global flavors and innovative culinary techniques from his more than 15 years of experience. He assisted Chef Tom Colicchio in the opening of Craft Dallas, worked as a sous chef for nearly a decade at Fearing’s inside the Ritz-Carlton in Dallas, and was Executive Chef of Chef John Tesar’s James Beard Award-nominated concept, Knife Dallas. He then transplanted his family to Maui, 66 slmag.net

Hawaii, for two years, and his time there has undoubtedly influenced his clean, tropical flavors.

Chef Gonzalez spent his first six months in Nashville living upstairs in the Bobby and made the most of his sequestered time to perfect and reimagine Tavern at Bobby’s menu. He now lives in Mt. Juliet with his wife and children, and they have begun raising chickens with the intention of adding other farm animals to their pastoral homelife. He told us how much he loves Tennessee, and we are happy to have this talented chef in our neck of the woods.

Now open for reduced-capacity dining for dinner on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, Tavern at Bobby’s menu is designed to share many different dishes or to hone in on your own entrée and supplement with a glorious variety of sides.

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Lamb Meatball

We began our meal with the Yellowfin Tuna Ceviche, and we couldn’t have been happier. The freshest expertly diced tuna infused with coconut milk, lime, and chile oil, topped with razor-thin slices of serrano and pickled onions and served with purple-hued Okinawan Sweet Potato Chips — wow! We also sampled a delightful Golden Beet and Strawberry Salad with honey-whipped chevre, sherry drizzle, and pistachio dukkah (an Egyptian dry mixture of nuts and seeds). These were wonderfully prepared beginnings to what would be a deliciously different meal.

Our enthusiastic server Reggie was exceptionally versed on the menu even though it is brand new. He steered us toward the PanSeared Halibut, and we owe him big time for that because we will come back again and again to have this dish. The perfectly seared halibut was atop the most dreamy, creamy coconut milk-infused grits that had a blend of sweet and salty. Alongside the grits were the most perfectly cooked shrimp à la Moqueca — a Brazilian shrimp stew with a tomato-spiked velvety sauce.

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Strip Loin from Simpson Meats in Athens, TN, was seared to a perfect medium-rare and topped with the most divine crispy fried shoestring onions. We enjoyed the steak with two of the four housemade sauce offerings: Chermoula, a North African herb sauce with mint and spices, and Chef Jorge’s new creation: Bobby’s Steak Sauce, a bordelaise with a sweet and sticky twist.

Absolutely delicious.

Chef Jorge encouraged us to sample some sublime side dishes as well. The Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Chile Syrup were charred and smoky. The smashed Fingerling potatoes were tender and crispy, accompanied by the most incredible Calabrian Honey Labneh (created with locally-sourced yogurt cheese) — tangy and salty with a subtle touch of heat.

Other notable dishes that we did not have room for include Crab Fried Rice, Lamb Meatball with red curry lentils, lemon yogurt, mint coconut chutney, and grilled flatbread, two chicken dishes, as well as two pasta offerings: Black Truffle Campanelle and a Bear Creek Pappardelle Bolognese. We will certainly return when the weather gets cooler to tuck into those comfort food dishes.

Braised Rabbit Spaetzle

Vegan Bolognese

Pineapple Chile Roasted Half Chicken

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Late Night Flight

Ice Cream Sandwich

Tavern at Bobby is also rolling out an extensive Vegetarian menu with cold and hot dishes and sides. Roasted Cauliflower Spaetzle, Sweet and Sour Tofu, and Mango and Tajin (a spicy chili-lime seasoning) Salad with avocado crema sound like dishes worth exploring.

Sweet treats include a little something for everyone: a light and fresh Kaffir Lime Cheesecake, a beautifully composed Chocolate Crème Pie with a graham cracker crust and whipped cream, a gorgeous Strawberry Shortcake with toasted angel food, pistachios, and mint. An ice cream sandwich featuring a pair of Bourbon Pecan Chocolate Chip Cookies, Vanilla Bean Ice Cream and Chil Cajeta (a spiced dulce de leche). Every dessert was beautiful and delicious!

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Tradition

The bar also has some new offerings. In the mood for a spicy margarita? Try the Beso Picante featuring Jalapeno-infused Tromba Tequila, Montelobos Mezcal, Pineapple, and Vanilla. Something more mellow? The Church Street Sundown is crafted with Castle & Key Gin, Aperol, Sweet Vermouth, Lemon, and Blood Orange.

We enjoyed every moment of our evening with Chef Jorge and sampling his unique culinary vision and use of local and seasonal ingredients in such a unique way. We hope to see you there!

The reopening of Tavern joins Cafe at Bobby for al fresco coffee and cocktails, as well as The Rooftop Lounge at Bobby for poolside bites. Can’t wait for the rooftop igloos to be back! sl

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SLEEK & CHIC Forest Hills homeowners have renovated a previous family member’s home to reflect their love of contemporary art and furniture.

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The walls are adorned with a vast collection of artworks from the couple’s collection, and the homeowners have sourced unusual accent pieces to add glitz and glamour to their neutral furnishings and window treatments. It helps that the wife has access to many furnishings and accessories from her position as a designer at G&G Interiors.

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The welcoming foyer has a dramatic Kelly Wearstler “Crescent” wallpaper (the wife’s favorite designer). Over the Milling Road console table hangs a painting by local Nashville artist Carey Haynes with a Thomas O’Brien lamp. Under the table is a sheepskin-covered T-shaped bench.

In the dining room, a Moooi Heracleum LED fixture hangs above a floating glass-topped table. A Kelly Wearstler “Mélange” Credenza with a pair of Barbara Cosgrove lamps and a sculpture entitled Fury by Rod Moorhead sits in front of vintage mirrored tiles. On the table are papier-mâché sculptures by Italian artist Paola Paronetto from G&G. The dreamy kitchen has a contemporary glass ball chandelier hanging over a grand central island topped with Calcutta marble.

The cabinetry is a combination of painted and stained surfaces that the homeowners worked with MidSouth Custom Cabinets to create the layout and the custom shelving and range hood. The open

upper shelving is stacked with Casafina white tableware and Montes Doggett Pottery pieces. A glass-front cabinet frames a Brother Mel sculpture of The Last Supper made from railroad spikes.

The centrally-located living room is another neutral space with unique decorative elements. A pair of sheepskin-covered chairs by Kelly Wearstler flank the fireplace over which hangs a painting by Brian Borello. A large screened-in porch attached to the living room is a much-used space in the mornings and the evenings.

The bedroom is an airy refuge at the far end of the house and features an Ikea paper “Krusning” chandelier that the homeowner crushed herself. Over the bed hangs a painting by Tracy Lane and nightstands on either side of the bed from Worlds Away. Clear glass lamps by Simon Pearce lend to the monochromatic palette.

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Ballet and NewsCh Nashville the televised prem annel 5 iere of present

December 18, 2020 • 7:00 p.m.

We hope you will consider making a donation to bring Nashville’s Nutcracker to thousands of Nashvillians this holiday season and help lift the spirits of our community. Visit nashvilleballet.com/ nutcracker to learn more about how you can support this special project and help make Nashville Ballet history!

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Sandra Schatten Foundation The Patricia and Louis Todd Family Foundation

Host & Toast

ALL ABOARD Written by Melissa Mahanes

Charcuterie boards seem to be the latest and greatest grazing trend. Consisting of a splendid array of cured meats, cheeses, and anything crispy and crunchy you can imagine, all constructed on a decorative wooden board, the possibilities are endless.

Recently, watching Live with Kelly and Ryan, Marissa Mullen, author of That Cheese Plate will Change Your Life demonstrated the perfect sociallydistanced appetizer alternative-individual charcuterie plates. We all long for the days when we can graze together from one big spectacular table or platter, so I wanted to introduce you to some of the best I have discovered. Whether you would like to dine out, have it delivered to your door, scoop up when you are on the go, or make you own, I have you covered.

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North Italia’s Chef Board

Fable Lounge Charcuterie

Ham Plate from Husk

Mouth-watering options around town include: • North Italia’s “Chef ’s Board” is a delicious array of prosciutto di parma, spicy coppa, pecorino stagionato, crescenza, grilled piquillo pepper, castelvetrano olive, marcona almond, fig mostarda and grilled bread • Husk’s “Ham Plate“ features slices of Benton’s Country Ham, pickled vegetables, and biscuits • Fable Lounge’s Charcuterie menu allows you to select your choices of artisanal cheeses and charcuterie impeccably arranged on their branded wooden board • The Register offers an overflowing array of meats and cheeses on their charcuterie menu to enjoy with a craft cocktail in their intimate members-only downtown social club

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Host & Toast

Nashcuterie’s Charcuterie

Anzie Blue

Anzie Blue S’mores Board

Cheese Gal Picnic Box

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Cheese Gal Board

Noshboards

DINE IN/DELIVERED • Cortney LaCorte AKA “The Cheese Gal” offers bespoke, show stopping edible statements. Cheese Gal has opened a storefront location on Union Street and features boards of all sizes and catering.

Her offerings include organic fruits and a variety of themed platters.

The picnic boxes are beautifully packaged and come with a selection of two artisanal cheeses, one charcuterie meat, seasonal fruit, a side of artisanal crackers, jam, nuts and fresh garnish.

• Anzie Blue offers not one but two notable charcuterie boards with varied selections of cheeses and charcuterie. They also have a Bagel Board and Caprese Board and a (*gasp*) S’mores Board with all of the fixings with a warm chocolate fonduewhat a wonderful sweet treat on a crisp fall day! Anzie Blue will be moving on their First Anniversary to Belcourt Avenue in Hillsboro Village. They offer dine-in charcuterie boards and are offering shipping of charcuterie kits for delectable holiday gifts.

Now for the special deliveries (book these talents for your holidays!): • Co-owners Lindsey Aeverman and Barbara Anne Corbett of NoshBoards Franklin take grazing to another level. They cover tables for events of any size with the most incredible array of edibles. They are also offering portable Noshables at Triple Crown Bakery on 4th Avenue in Downtown Franklin for some takeaway treats.

• Host & Toast Nashville is a luxury concierge company specializing in the design of custom curated cheese and charcuterie boards as well as concierge services for visitors to Nashville staying in short term vacation rentals. Nashville native Anne Elizabeth McIntosh is sharing her love for hosting and serving others as well as her southern hospitality through beautiful and delicious boards.

Boards and grazing tables can accommodate one to 200+ people and in November and December you can look for Cheese and Charcuterie Workshops in conjunction with local retailer, ABLE, for a fun holiday activity.

• Amy Lekai of Nashcuterie delivers artisanal platters that include a selection of meats and cheeses with crackers, seasonal fruits/veggies, mixed nuts, olives, garnishes, and a 4 oz jar of honey.

To embrace your inner food stylist, take a workshop from one of these talented charcuterie crafters (great smallscale holiday party idea) or pick up one of the many offerings in print and make your own edible masterpieces. sl North Italia/The Mall at Green Hills (northitalia.com), Husk/37 Rutledge Street (husknashville.com), Fable Lounge/114 28th Avenue North (fablelounge.com), The Register (Private Club-please inquire at theregister.io) /200 2nd Avenue South, Cheese Gal (dine-in, pickup, deliveries and workshops)/401 Union Street (cheesegal.com), Anzie Blue (dine-in and shipped) / 2111 Belcourt Avenue (anzieblue.com), Host & Toast Nashville (Boards delivered and workshops) (615) 473-1434 NoshBoards Franklin (Boards and tables delivered and workshops) (615) 306-6259 barb@noshboardsfranklin.com Instagram: @noshboardsfranklin, Nashcuterie (Boards delivered) nashcuterie@gmail.com Instagram: @nashcuterie Photo credits: Andrea Behrends (Husk) Colin Flora (The Register) Rachel Ayotte (Anzie Blue) Brooke Bowling (Cheese Gal) Carolyn Thombs (Host & Toast Nashville)

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SOPHISTICATED WEDDINGS

Two Nashville cousins achieve their dream weddings during Covid-19

Photography by Mary Rosenbaum

KATIE DAVIDSON & TURNER HENDERSON / August 8, 2020 With an original date set for June 13th, high school sweethearts Katie and Turner scaled back their guest list from 200 to 100, and then to 34 with just family members and their wedding party. “Though the decision to decrease the guest size was a difficult one, they knew that we still wanted to get married, and in the end we had the best time!”

The special evening took place in the bride’s parents’ backyard in a spectacular clear tent with guests spread out in the original space with an expanded dance floor and Lt. Dan from Lightning 100 providing the music instead of a live band. They loved the “intimate night with their families and were able to focus on each other and the true meaning of the day,” said Katie.

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The revised date coincidentally coincided with Turner and Katie’s high school anniversary, so they found that particularly special.

Turner is a graduate of the University of North Carolina, and Katie is a graduate of Furman University. Both attended graduate programs at Vanderbilt University, where they were reunited and “picked up right where we left off.” They enjoyed a brief mini-moon at The Pearl Hotel in Rosemary Beach and hope to take a proper honeymoon somewhere exotic in the new year. The couple lives in Sylvan Park in Nashville, where Turner is an attorney with Bass Berry and Sims, and Katie is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at Vanderbilt with the Transplant Center.

Photography by Nick Breedlove

JESSIE DAVIDSON & KEVIN VIRGIN / September 11, 2020 Jessie and Kevin originally planned on getting married on July 11th with 250 guests at the Farm at Old Edwards in Highlands, NC. In May, they decided to postpone the wedding until September 11th.

“We decided not to push it back a whole year because we knew what mattered most to us was being married,” said Jessie.

Their revised game plan was to reserve all 34 rooms of Half Mile Farms’ hotel and cut their guest list to only family and their wedding party. All wedding weekend events were held on-site, and guests enjoyed many outdoor activities throughout the weekend.

Jessie and Kevin met at Miami University of Ohio. For their honeymoon, they drove the coast of California from Wine

Country down to Carmel-by-the-Sea. The couple is living in the Virginia Highlands neighborhood in Atlanta, where Kevin is on the Investments team at Cousins Property and Jessie is a 4th Grade teacher at Hollis Innovation Academy. They are renovating their first home and hope to move in by Thanksgiving.

The Davidson cousins and their fiancés elegantly negotiated the necessary compromises to comply with the restrictions of Covid-19. Though their experiences were different from what they had initially planned, they both say that they are reminded about what is important and celebrated their special weddings with one another and their family and friends. Cheers to the newlyweds!

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WARNER PARKS ALLÉE REOPENING CEREMONY

Remarks were made by Mayor John Cooper, Metro Parks Board Member Sharon Gentry, Friends of Warner Parks Board Chair Jeremiah Pyron, FOWP Vice Chair and It’s My Nature Campaign Co-Chair Govan White, and FOWP President Jenny Hannon. According to Tim Netsch, Assistant Director of Metro Parks Planning Division “This is one of Nashville’s most important public places. It’s part of the identity of the city. It’s seen so much wear and tear over the years, and now thanks to Friends, it is seeing a lot of love, too.”

Notably among those friends was a lead gift by the Frist Foundation, amounting to a total of $4.9 million raised to date thanks to the generosity of 75 community members who have heard the call of the It’s My Nature campaign, for after all – it’s our Nature, Nashville. (October 1, 2020)

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1) Laura Knox and Govan White 2) FOWP Board Member Tara Armistead and FOWP Historian Bob Parrish 3) Chuck and Tricia Elcan and David Braemer 4) Barby White, Govan White and Mayor John Cooper 5) City of Belle Meade Mayor James V. Hunt, Mayor John Cooper and Belle Meade Commissioner Rusty Moore 6) Ribbon cutting 7) Julie Frist, Sylvia Bradbury and Lynn Scarola 8) Mayor John Cooper, FOWP Board Member Henry Trost and Councilwoman Angie Henderson 9) Tara Armistead, Susannah Scott-Barnes and Clare Armistead 10) FOWP Board Director Jeremiah Pyron11) Jenny Hannon 12) Gathering on Allee 13) Mayor John Cooper

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Swan Ball 2021 Chairs Mary Catherine McClellan and Janette Smith kicked-off Swan Ball 2021 with a creative and festive drive-through for their committee at Elizabeth Nichols’ stunning Belle Meade residence. Melanie Baker coordinated a stunning driveway display with shimmering grey tablecloths and spectacular flowers arranged by Jen Solesby Designs.

Committee members picked up their packets and received bespoke grey linen masks embroidered with SB2021, a bottle of Bottega Rose Gold Prosecco, and a box of Lemon Rosemary Shortbread beautifully packaged and delivered to their driver’s side on white lacquered trays.We look forward to the exciting new developments! (October 22, 2020)

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1) Lemon Rosemary Shortbread 2) Socially-distanced Chairs greet their Committee 3) Joyce Vise and Sugar 4) Laura Niewold 5) Chairs Mary Catherine McClellan and Janette Smith 6) Bottega Rose Gold Prosecco 7) Dixie Boston 8) Special Delivery 9) Auction Co-Chair Tracy Frazier 10) Mimi DeCamp 11) Nancy Deaton

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SOPHISTICATED SOCIETY Presented by

LOOKING FORWARD TO 2021 With so many fundraisers, galas, events and concerts canceled or postponed, many organizations and artists are still determining new dates to schedule. Here are a few we have been following and some dates for next year. We look forward to seeing you there!

Parks Staff before Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Allee

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Christmas Dinner FROM Belmont Mansion Nashville’s most coveted caterer, Kristen Winston, will deliver to your home a beautifully-catered dinner. Consider hosting a small party with your closest friends. Tickets are available for $300/per couple at belmontmansion.com.

Questions? Please contact Lauren Batte lauren.batte@belmont.edu or (615) 460-5459. RSVP by November 23rd.

(Deliveries can be made to: 37203. 37204, 37205, and 37206)

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36th Annual Symphony Ball Telecast An Evening in Harmony Co-chaired by Melinda Balser and Susan Holmes Country artist Maren Morris and contemporary blues artist Keb’ Mo’ will be presented with this year’s Harmony Award.

WSMV-News 4 at seven o’clock. White Tie or PJs optional. No mask required. Nashville Symphony Principal Pops Conductor Enrico Lopez-Yanez and News 4 Anchor Tracy Kornet will serve as co-hosts. Symphony Ball 2020 will also host a virtual Patron Party, with food and drink options to be enjoyed in the comfort of your own home. For more information, email giving@nashvillesymphony.org or visit NashvilleSymphony.org/SymphonyBall

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Nashville Ballet’s Nutcracker Special Performance broadcasted on NewsChannel 5, 7:00PM. To donate or for additional information: nashvilleballet.com/nutcracker

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