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With the Holiday season right around the corner and the end of another year looming on the horizon, I often find myself reflecting on the past year and years’ experiences. ‘What are you thankful for’ seems to be the question at every Holiday event. The immediate answer is simple, family and friends, health, and happiness, and maybe a few other ‘fun’ things. I’m a thinker, however, so often take the question more seriously than it is meant to be.

If I were really to reflect on what I’m thankful for, I would reflect on the past year. It is funny how it seems some days go very slow, but the years go so fast as we get older. While all experiences and life lessons learned make subtle impacts on our personality, faith, and relationships, it is hard to think about the person I was just one year ago, or two, or five, or more. This past year alone has brought lots of reflection, success, growth, uncertainty at times, and changes.

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RICHARD EISWERTH Cincinnati Public Radio Written by Lisa Stephenson Powell In early October The New York Times announced the death of Dave Anderson, one of only three sportswriters to win the Pulitzer Prize for commentary. Mr. Anderson began writing in high school and landed his first newsroom job at sixteen, when he was hired as a messenger by The New York Sun. He covered the Dodgers for The Brooklyn Eagle before moving to The Journal American and, in 1966, to the Times. His obituary noted that he never lost the thrill of newspaper work and that when his column appeared in the Sunday edition, he never failed to be excited. Richard Eiswerth’s tenure with broadcasting, also decades long, has followed a similar path of early captivation that led to a rewarding career.

Mr. Eiswerth, CEO, President and General Manager of Cincinnati Public Radio (CPR), grew up in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, which was located “near nothing,” but whose claim to fame was being the birthplace of Little League Baseball. His father was a steelworker, his mother was a homemaker; Mr. Eiswerth was the youngest of three children, each born seven years apart. “I was always fascinated by radio,” he began. “It sounds stereotypical, but when I was a child my father went to a farmer’s market and returned home with a portable radio. I brought it to bed, pulled up the 26 slmag.net

covers and listened to distant and therefore, ‘exotic’, AM stations.”

Mr. Eiswerth studied at Syracuse University as a communications major and, while in college, worked at the local public radio station.

After gaining experience as an audio engineer he did television work, both in front and behind the camera, and in Beckley, West Virginia, he hosted a morning show on public radio while working in the evening at a commercial country music station. Within a short three-year span he was promoted to producer, program director and station manager, during which time he moved the staff, offices and studios to the State Capitol and added six radio stations, creating a statewide network. In 1988 he was hired by National Public Radio in Washington, DC, as manager of station relations. “I traveled around the country – from Alaska to California, and from Florida to Indian reservations – to qualify stations for membership in NPR.” After two years at the Corporation for Public Broadcasting he did freelance projects for clients as disparate as the Smithsonian and “The McLaughlin Group,” on PBS, before going to WMNF, a public radio station in Tampa. He joined WGUC in 1998 as general manager.

CPR is the broadcast home of WGUC (90.9 FM), which was founded as a collective initiative by active community leaders,

RIchard Eiswerth lending a hand during CET’s Action Auction

WVXU (91.7 FM) and WMUB (88.5 FM) in Oxford, Ohio.

“There had been some part time classical music on other stations in the late fifties, but these civic leaders wanted a full time fine arts station,” he explained. “There was one in Columbus, WOSU, and the Cincinnati group lobbied the University of Cincinnati to obtain a broadcast license of its own. UC wasn’t excited about it; they didn’t say no, but neither did they give encouragement.

So the group contacted WOSU and Ohio State, who agreed to become involved and to supply the programming.” When UC learned of the pending association, they acquiesced, and WGUC began broadcasting in 1960 on the campus of the University. In 1980 the station moved downtown, across from Music Hall, and in 2002, after a year of negotiation, UC relinquished the license, free of charge, to Cincinnati Classical Public Radio, Incorporated.

Call letters for radio stations East of the Mississippi must begin with a W; those West of the Mississippi must begin with a K; when WGUC was established they knew that UC would be included in its name. “It was for better or for worse,” he laughed, “because a limited number of call letters are usable; a G was available and so they took it.”

In 2005, after lengthy discussions and a bidding war, WVXU was sold to WGUC by Xavier University and, on the heels of that success, the station was approached two years later by Miami University to purchase its WMUB. Because of existing debt Mr. Eiswerth demurred the transaction but, instead, entered into a local management agreement. Miami University has ownership of the license and, technically, the station, but CPR assumed operating expenses.

As the world has tumbled into the digital craze so, too, has radio.

Each of the stations operates two distinct broadcast bands, utilizing new HD Radio Technology. WGUC (on the standard “analog” FM channel and “HD 1”) is a full time classical station while its second (HD 2) channel (accessible via an HD equipped radio receiver) is full time jazz. One band of WVXU (analog FM and HD1) broadcasts NPR news, while its alternate, offers RadioArtifact on WVXU HD 2, which focuses on local musicians and artists in the Cincinnati area.

The challenge of attracting, and keeping, loyal listeners is an effort that CPR has maintained throughout its history. “Our goal has always been to diversify our listenership, to be more inclusive and to grow the demographic lines of gender, ethnic backgrounds and age.”

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WGUC Midday host Frank Johnson in his studio

Classics for Kids, founded by Vice President of Content Chris Phelps, started as a short weekend program that introduced classical music to the younger set. Since its inception its online presence has expanded, and it offers a platform with games for children and adults that can be accessed on a smartphone. The station has also developed curriculum materials that are available to educators, free of charge, which are utilized in fifty states and eighty countries.

“Classical music has been sorely lacking in our schools,” he added, “and teachers can use our resources to introduce classical music to children, similar to the way that Warner Brothers did with cartoons many years ago (think of Bugs Bunny and his take on Wagner’s Der Ring des Nibelungen – “Kill the Wabbit!”). And we tell them all about composers – warts and all – so they don’t think of them as just a bunch of dead white guys.”

WGUC has an even distribution of listenership among all age groups, but their percentage of audience members who are twelve years old or younger is the highest of any classical station in the country. Many facets have added to that success.

“It’s partly because of Classics for Kids,” he said. “Partly because Cincinnati has a great tradition of respecting the arts, and partly because parents bring their children to symphony concerts, which establishes an early passion for music.”

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available through the stations’ websites, Apple’s iTunes and other providers. While WGUC and WVXU can be heard anywhere in the country, and around the world, the stations maintain deeprooted ties to Cincinnati. “When you buy a new car and it has listening options, it’s just as easy to choose Pandora or a radio station in Los Angeles,” he said. “So in order to maintain our presence we differentiate ourselves by doubling down about who we are, and we are Cincinnati.”

CPR operates the second largest radio news operation in the city, and has strong relationships with the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, the May Festival and the Cincinnati Opera; guests from local organizations are invited to discuss upcoming events and concerts. The stations have always met change with assurance and it was recently announced that they have plans to move into a new, state of the art studio on the corner of Ninth Street and Plum Street prior to the redevelopment of the block on which they currently reside. It will be podcast friendly, their broadcast equipment will be realigned and the building will have a welcoming entrance that will allow easy accessibility.

Behind the scenes, Jessica Lorey manages WGUCs programming and writes Clef Notes, an online discussion and blog, about composers -- from Vaughn Williams to John Williams -- and their work. Assisted by music scheduling software that provides a playlist, Ms. Lorey refines the choices to determine what will be aired and when. “At six o’clock in the morning you

Dean Regas & Anna Hehman, hosts of ‘Looking Up’ podcast, with NASA Commander Scott Kelly in the studio

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don’t necessarily want to hear Carmina Burana,” he said, “and you might not want to hear a trumpet fanfare at midnight.”

The programming also aligns with holidays and activities in the city; during the summer, selections celebrated the centennial anniversary of Leonard Bernstein’s birth.

Ratings are monitored by Nielsen (a national radio and television ratings company) and are provided weekly. A new, nifty device called the Portable People Meter is worn by approximately one thousand participants in the Cincinnati market. The size of a pager, it picks up subaudible tones imbedded within each radio station’s broadcast – from a car radio to music played at Walgreens – to which people are exposed during the day; at night the Meter is placed in a charger and the information is sent to Nielsen for compilation.

There are thirty-six full-time employees at the station and Mr. Eiswerth remarked that as a result of the 2008 recession, coming as it did right after CPR assumed a multimillion dollar debt with the purchase of WVXU, business travel was stopped, salaries were frozen and personnel was reduced, but the stations have emerged leaner, smarter and stronger. Membership drives are held three times a year, and he agreed that, yes, they do require a tremendous amount of extra time and effort (and sometimes the patience of devoted listeners), but that they are also the most efficient way to raise necessary funds. Sustaining memberships have reduced the number of drives and provide ongoing, reliable income.

Additional fundraising events have featured guests from Capitol Steps, Science Friday and Wait, Wait Don’t Tell Me. The broadcast of recordings by Cincinnati’s music organizations makes their relationship with the station unique. “We are very pleased to be associated with them,” he said, “and we are invested.

We have our own master technician – one of the few classical music stations in the country that does – who records performances for broadcast of the CSO, May Festival, Cincinnati Opera, and other chamber music recitals throughout the City.”

WGUC weekday daytime hosts include Brian O’Donnell, Frank Johnson and Elaine Diehl; Thane Maynard, the director of the Cincinnati Zoo, welcomes dawn as host of The Ninety Second Naturalist. The show recently celebrated its thirtieth anniversary, is broadcast on WGUC and WVXU/WMUB, and is syndicated nationally to more than sixty stations. It has also made Mr. Maynard somewhat of a national radio celebrity. “Thane goes out west from time to time,” Mr. Eiswerth said with a laugh, “and he’ll go into a store in Wyoming to buy toothpaste, and someone will recognize him and say hello.”

Because of their nonprofit status the stations cannot air commercials, nor can their sponsorship announcements give endorsement. They are brief, to the point and are scheduled as infrequently as possible so as not to interrupt programming. Mr. Eiswerth added that CPR has an excellent relationship with local corporations who give significantly to their support.

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WGUC broadcast the Lumenocity concerts live

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WVXU News Director Maryanne Zeleznik in her studio

The positioning statements for the stations – WGUC: Music for Your Heart, Mind and Spirit; and WVXU: Connecting You to a World of Ideas – reflect the strength and commitment of CPR as it highlights events in the city, plays recordings by local artists, presents news and shares updates about the area.

In the hall outside of Mr. Eiswerth’s office is a ceiling-high case with an arsenal of awards. WVXU has been recognized, both globally and nationally, for its news programming, and when WGUC competed in the New York Festivals, an international competition for radio broadcasting, it won the top prize for classical formatting. “We are very proud of that,” he said, “because we competed against commercial, and public radio broadcasters from around the world, including Radio Deutsche Welle and the BBC.” Mr. Eiswerth praised his colleagues and members of the staff (“Tremendously talented professionals”); their board of directors (“They are committed to our mission, and understand what we do, and why”); and our diverse environment that allows the station to thrive (“It’s an amazing city -- I’ve never lived in an area with this kind of mix. We are so fortunate.”)

Mr. Eiswerth has four children, who are scattered around the country, two grandchildren and a “lovely” wife. He reflected

on the daily impact that art organizations have. “They give the community a sense of place and identity; without them it would just be an aggregation of people going about their daily lives,” he said. “Any community worth its salt should be judged by the arts that it sustains. WGUC affords comfort and solace, opens new vistas and gives insight to the universe. Everybody needs a relief, a soul cleansing, and that’s what we do. There may not be a logical definition of it in the human soul, but it’s indelible.”

Albert Camus wrote that in terms of a long and happy career, “A man’s work is a slow trek to rediscover, through the detours of art, those two or three great images in whose presence his heart first opened.” Mr. Eiswerth would concur. “Radio has been around for more than one hundred years,” he said. “The prediction was that it was going to be put out of business by the Victor Talking Machine, by television, by cassette tape, by compact discs, by satellite radio and by the internet, but it has reinvented itself every time. As we prepare for the future I would like Cincinnati Public Radio to be recognized as the preeminent culture and information institution in Cincinnati. I’ve never worked at a place where I am as happy to come to work as I am to go home at night. It’s just great being here.” sl slmag.net

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Beet Wellington at Jute

Talking craft beer at El Segundo

Incorporating a central bar, various seating and working areas welcoming to both solo travelers and groups, and Jute restaurant, the lobby is always buzzing with activity. The inventive and impressive cocktail menu includes tequila-based cocktails on-tap. Being LA, the traditional happy hour is appropriately named “Rush Hour”.

NanaWalls at the back of the space disappear to take advantage of the mild SoCal climate.

Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, the cuisine at Jute is quintessential California: fresh, hyper-local, colorful and beautifully plated. Head chef Octavio Sabado had planned on being a rocket scientist and was accepted to the Naval Academy before a failed visual acuity test prompted him to take a different path. Super enthusiastic and intensely creative, he changes the bi-coastal inspired menu “more than seasonally,” and places heavy emphasis on being vegetable forward (his Beet Wellington is a must-try).

Night golf at westdrift

Complimentary beach cruisers make it easy to explore the area; Redondo Beach and its related attractions are just 4.5-miles away via a woodchip trail. Reward your efforts with lunch at The Strand House (thestrandhousemb.com), which offers 180-degree views of the Pacific Ocean and award-winning coastal California Cuisine. For newbie surfers, El Porto is a chill place to learn the "hows" and "whys" of surfing (onewaysurf.com). Toast your surfing success with a cold beer in the taproom at El Segundo (elsegundobrewing.com). Even if you walk in as a stranger, I guarantee you’ll leave with new friends and a greater appreciation for craft brewing. After dark, be sure to sign up for a glow-in-thedark golf experience back at westdrift. The pros are outstanding and made the experience a blast for a non-golfer like me. Cap off the day with a nightcap by the hotel’s outdoor fireplaces. sl Located just four miles from LAX, room rates at westdrift start at $229/night. For more information or reservations visit westdrift.com.

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Of Note... It's a Mod Mod World

Compiled by Colin Dennis

This page top to bottom: Renovatio swivel rocker from Hancock & Moore (price upon request; hancockandmoore.com). The Balzo accent chair from Bellini Modern Living boasts a walnut veneer with Italian leather upholstery ($3,100; bellinimodernliving.com). Originally conceived in 1958 by Poul Henningsen, the iconic PH Artichoke celebrates 60 years with the limited edition release of a brushed brass colorway (from $11,800; louispoulsen.com). The Belmont media stand from Gus Modern is designed to accommodate Hi-Fi and media components ($1,450; gusmodern.com). A timeless classic, the Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman is shown with a white ash shell and Mohair Supreme upholstery in Slate ($6,795; store.hermanmiller. com). The Apollo Table Lamp was originally designed in 1977 by Vico Magistretti ($1,310; dwr.com). The D.156.3 armchair, originally designed by Gio Ponti in 1956, and reissued

by Molteni&C in 2017 ($5,500; molteni.it/en)Created by Upcycle Studio using a vintage suitcase and reclaimed house speakers, the Boom Mojo is compatible with any device with a standard 3.5mm stereo headphone ($315; upcyclestudio.com.au). Kathleen washed oak cocktail trolley from Jonathan Charles Fine Furniture ($2,500; jonathancharlesfurniture.com). The Oscar cat rest from Davies Decor pays homage to the architecture of Eero Saarinen ($99; daviesdecor.com). First appearing in France in the 1950s, the Daybed, designed Pierre Paulin functions as a small settee, large banquette, or occasional bed by simply adjusting the configuration of the cushions (price upon request; ligne-roset.com). Opposite page, clockwise from top left: Luna is a repositionable and removable wallpaper from Tempaper ($98/double roll; tempaperdesigns.com). Wabi Sabi trays from Notre Monde (from $175; notremonde.com). The Verdu cocktail table from Dmitriy & Co. is made to order in New York from walnut in a natural finish (price upon request; dmitriyco.com). Eames desk unit in a Mondrian-inspired finish ($1,700; store.hermanmiller.com). The lines of the Trays series sofa from Baleri Italia are inspired by 1950s design ($6,300; baleri-italia.it/en).

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Bibliotaph... CHEERS!

Compiled by Victoria Chase

Authors Pajat Parr and Jordan Mackay share decades of experience tasting wine in the first definitive reference book to describe, regionby-region, how the great wines of Europe should taste. Rabat Parr and Jordan Mackay—The Sommelier's Atlas of Taste: A Field Guide to the Great Wines of Europe—hardcover, 352 pages (penguinrandomhouse.com)

A followup to their seminal cocktail book Death & Co., Alex Day, Nick Fauchald and David Kaplan reveal their six "root recipes" that allow cocktail-crafters of all levels to understand, execute and improvise libations ranging in style from classic to nonconformist.

Alex Day, Nick Fauchald and David Kaplan—Cocktail Codex: Fundamentals, Formulas, Evolutions—hardcover, 320 pages, Ten Speed Press (penguinrandomhouse.com) This multiple award-winning box set includes a pullout tray with a set of seven vintage vineyard maps by Louis Larmat. Using extensive grower and vintner profiles, American author Peter Lime explores the legendary wine of Champagne, France. Peter Lime—Champagne: The Essential Guide to the Wines, Producers, And Terroirs Of The Iconic Region—hardcover, 238 pages, Random House (penguinrandomhouse.com).

This highly acclaimed book by award-winning journalist Bianca Bosker takes readers on a journey into underground tasting groups, exclusive New York City restaurants, California mass-market wine factories, and even a neuroscientist’s MRI machine as she attempts to answer the question: what’s the big deal about wine? Bianca Bosker—Cork Dork: A Wine-Fueled Adventure Among the Obsessive Sommeliers, Big Bottle Hunters, and Rogue Scientists Who Taught Me to Live for Taste— paperback, 352 pages, Penguin Books (penguinrandomhouse.com)

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bib 'li' o 'taph, [bib-lee-uhtaf, -tahf ]: a person who caches or hoards books

Ron Cooper, founder of Del Maguey mezcal, is widely credited for popularizing mezcal in the United States. In this deeply personal book Cooper profiles various producers of the distinctively smoky Mexican liquor, made from the agave plant, and details the nuances of mezcal's varietals. Ron Cooper and Chantal Martineau—Finding Mezcal: A Journey into the Liquid Soul of Mexico with 40 Cocktails—hardcover, 272 pages, Ten Speed Press (crownpublishing.com).

Organized by spirit, each chapter presents creative and fresh cocktails that only require a sole spirit paired with fresh ingredients easily sourced from the grocery. Maggie Hoffman— The One-Bottle Cocktail: More Than 80 Recipes with Fresh Ingredients and a Single Spirit—hardcover, 192 pages, Ten Speed Press (crownpublishing.com)

For those who've had the experience of aimlessly wandering a wine shop, bewildered and overwhelmed by what to choose, this book is for you. Curated by a wine expert, this easy-to-follow guide presents 36 bottles (three per month) to try, and explains in laymen's terms why each is worth drinking. Paul Zitarelli—36 Bottles of Wine: Less is More with 3 Recommended Wines Per Month Plus Seasonal Recipe Pairings— hardcover, 208 pages, Sasquatch Books (sasquatchbooks.com) In Wine Food, natural wine bar and winery owner Dana Frank teams up with author Andrea Slonecker to showcase 75 recipes expertly paired with delicious wines and the reasons the flavors complement one another.

Dana Frank & Andrea Slonecker—Wine Food: New Adventures in Drinking and Cooking—hardcover, 256 pages, Lorena Jones Books (crownpublishing.com)

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FASHIONABLY LATE With Cullinan, Rolls-Royce charges confidently into the luxury SUV segment.

Written by Bridget Williams Invincible. It is the word that sprung to mind when Alex Innes, bespoke designer for Rolls-Royce, asked me to sum up in a singular term, my initial impression after a day behind the wheel of Cullinan, the super-luxury SUV that made its global media debut in Jackson Hole, Wyoming a few weeks ago. From our base camp at the Amangiri resort, we spent two days immersed in all things Cullinan.

During a welcome reception, Richard Carter, Director of Global Communications for Rolls-Royce, explained that Cullinan was borne from both client demand as well as the potential to increase market share with a foray into the SUV segment. As part of a careful quest to discern whether or not an SUV was right and proper for the Rolls-Royce brand, an examination of the company’s archives illuminated the fact that owners had been taking their cars off-road for more than 100 years; from alpine trials staged at the dawn of the 20th century, to armored Rolls-Royces that were developed for use on the battlefield beginning in 1914 and continuing up to the 1950s.

With its hulking front end and a massive elevated grill of handpolished stainless steel, this is a vehicle that demands attention.

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“The silhouette of a Rolls-Royce is sacred,” stated Innes during a presentation on the design process. “We had to understand how to transfer this familiar form to an SUV while conveying a sense of capability and maintaining the feeling of elegance.”

Key to the creation of Cullinan is the “Architecture of Luxury”, Rolls-Royce’s proprietary all-aluminum architecture.

Engineering Project Leader Caroline Krismer explained that Cullinan was engineered from the ground up in such a way as to be scalable to the size and weight requirements of different future Rolls-Royce models. As the first “three-box” car in the SUV-sector, Cullinan’s rear partition wall creates a distinct environment for passengers, separated from the luggage compartment, ensuring that utility will never supplant luxury.

Cullinan is the first Rolls-Royce with four-wheel drive, and maintaining the brand’s signature driving experience across a multitude of challenging road conditions was of paramount importance to the engineering team. “The drivetrain system we engineered for Cullinan had one key job to do,” explained Krismer. “To bring the famed Rolls-Royce ‘Magic Carpet Ride’ to all other terrains possible, while ensuring class-leading

on-road behavior in the SUV sector.” This was accomplished via a thorough re-engineering of the existing air suspension system, and a complete reworking of the 6.75-liter twin-turbo V12 engine to deliver just the right level of torque (850Nm) at the lowest possible revolutions (1,600rpm). When driving off-road, the electronically controlled shock absorber adjustment system uses air compression to actively push down any wheel it detects losing traction, thereby ensuring that every wheel is constantly in contact with the ground and maximum torque is being provided to all wheels. “Put simply, what makes the car great on-road makes the car great off-road,” said Krismer.

When it came time for a name, the company eschewed what Carter called the tradition of selecting “ethereal and slightly spooky” monikers that have included Dawn, Wraith, Phantom and Ghost, in favor of something completely different. “Cullinan” is derived from the appellation given to the largest diamond ever mined.

The 3,107-carat stone was unearthed in South Africa in 1905 and eventually sent in a biscuit tin via Royal Mail to King Edward VII for his 66th birthday. When the rough diamond was finally cleaved, the two largest pieces made their way into some of the

most significant pieces that comprise the British Crown Jewels: the Sovereign’s Scepter and the Imperial State Crown.

In all, there were more than a dozen Cullinans cavorting over the river and through the woods in Jackson—not to mention the fleet of other members from the house of Rolls-Royce that were on hand for use as shuttles and support vehicles—and it was a site to behold, even in a county that boasts the highest income per capita of any the United States. “For Rolls-Royce, this is a seminal and phenomenal moment,” said Carter. “Cullinan is so completely different to anything we’ve done before, which called for a launch location that is completely different, but links with the car and tells the story of where we are as a brand.”

The Cullinan entrusted to me for the 147-mile test drive boasted a Smokey Quartz exterior. The cabin was a thing of absolute beauty and craftsmanship. Befitting a couture handbag, the two-tone leather (Armagnac and Dark Spice) with contrast stitching was exquisite, as was the Mimosa Negra wood veneer used extensively throughout, including the central console and secondrow tables that fold out to reveal a touch-screen entertainment system. Underfoot were plush lambs wool floor mats.

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I was understandably anxious about taking a three-ton, $325k SUV up narrow and twisty gravel mountain roads, complete with deep ruts and hairpin turns. Further, Cullinan is so aesthetically pleasing inside and out that I (almost) felt bad about getting it dirty.

“That’s what it’s designed for,” Carter assured me, before citing the “It is Effortless, Everywhere” apothegm.

Reaching out to the stainless-steel door handle, the SUV lowered slightly for ease of entry. Both front and rear passengers can close the iconic Rolls-Royce coach doors at the push of a button; once they shut, there is an immediate sense of being securely ensconced in the luxury confines, thanks to more than 220 pounds of sound-deadening insulation. All four doors wrap low under the sill to ensure that dirt remains outside. Once the start button is depressed, Cullinan returns to its commanding ride height.

Our first challenge of the day was ascending Snow King Mountain, the steepest overall slope of any ski hill in North America. A simple push of a button on the center console activated Off Road mode. From there I used the Spirit of Ecstasy controller to select the road condition I was expecting, and away we went.

What I was immediately struck by was the shock absorption.

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crunch of pebbles and larger stones as the SUV’s 22-inch wheels powered along, but there was no audible indication that the engine was being taxed in the least by the steep climb.

Steering was a breeze, and having to wrangle the steering wheel to stay on course was never an issue. I was amazed by the way the substantial SUV seemed to bow around tight corners. In fact, I was so relaxed in the off-road environs that I found myself stealing glances of the Tetons splayed out before us. Having to undertake a three-point turn on one particularly sharp curve with a sheer drop, I was immensely grateful for the 4-Camera system with Panoramic View, all-round visibility and helicopter view, as well as the impressive torque that delivered me authoritatively from the edge.

At the top of the mountain, our entourage took a break to admire the snow-capped peaks, compare notes with our fellow drivers, and check out some of the other features of Cullinan.

The SUV’s two-part ‘D-Back’ format tailgate is designed as a nod to an era when luggage was mounted on the exterior of the motorcar. ‘The Clasp’ opens and closes in two sections with a touch of the key fob button. Another push of a button in the boot or rear door pocket enables the rear seats to fold flat and create an impressive amount of cargo space.

After exhausting every photo opportunity presented by the picturesque precipice, our group loaded back up for the descent. I couldn’t help but remember the last time I was in a similar situation

here more than three decades ago. Back then, my father manually downshifted our VW camper van into a lower gear and then waged a battle with speed and gravity as my sister and I whimpered and hid our heads under pillows, quite certain that a plunge off the side of the mountain was imminent.

In stark contrast to my past experience, Cullinan takes the uphill battle out of going downhill. Depressing the hill descend button on the center console automatically adjusts speed and breaking; using up and down buttons on the steering wheel allows you to adjust speed in 1 mph increments. At no point did I detect even a hint of slippage on the exceptionally steep gravel road.

While we didn’t forge any streams, I was told that Cullinan delivers the deepest wading depth of any super-luxury SUV. While driving was certainly exhilarating, it was equally satisfying being a passenger. Skirting the boundary of Grand Teton National Park was ideal for the large side windows and panoramic glass roof. During a pit stop to ogle a moose and her calves as they munched on vegetation in the Snake River, the presence of Cullinan was enough to divert attention away from the natural wonders to a manmade one.

Cullinan offers two rear seat configurations: Lounge Seats or Individual Seats. The Lounge Seat configuration in “my” Cullinan is presented as the more functional of the two options, providing space for three passengers in the rear. Other journalists

experienced the opulence of the Individual Seat configuration; the striking Optic White leather in this variant obviously geared towards customers prioritizing luxury over practicality. The two individual rear seats are separated by a fixed rear center console that incorporates a drinks cabinet with Rolls-Royce whisky glasses and decanter, champagne flutes and refrigerator (the velvety ‘Magic Carpet Ride’ nearly ensuring that nary a bead of bubbly will bubble over on bumpy roads).

Speaking at a post-drive champagne reception with RollsRoyce CEO Torsten Müller-Ötvös, his eyes seemed to sparkle as he recounted glancing up and seeing the Spirit of Ecstasy hood ornament silhouetted against the equally majestic Tetons. “It is my first time in Jackson and I can’t imagine a better place to introduce Cullinan to the world,” he commented. He went on to state that orders from existing Rolls-Royce customers began to come in as soon as the SUV was announced, but before design sketches were even made public. “Our clients are very loyal and trust us completely.” He added that the goal of Cullinan is to broaden the customer base of the 114-year-old marque by evolving to meet the demands of adventurous, well-traveled and well-heeled patrons of true luxury.

While Rolls-Royce didn’t invent the SUV, with Cullinan they have certainly redefined and refined the sector. “We didn’t come to the party first,” said Carter. “We came when the time was right.” sl

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Gifts for Pampered Pets and their People

Compiled by Victoria Chase

Left to right, top to bottom: Whippet flower vase (from $35; fetchandfollow.com). Ceramic dachshund menorah from Jonathan Adler ($128; jonathanadler.com). CrownJuwel Gem-Water pet bowl by VitaJuwel ($78; gem-water.com). Chase and Wonder Flower Cat 10-inch bone china plate ($46; chaseandwonder.com). 96-ounce dog treat canister from Spode's Hunting Dogs collection ($110; spode.com). Belle Étoile Cheval bangle ($450; belleetoilejewelry.com). Maxine French Bulldog minaudière from Judith Leiber Couture ($5,695; judithleiber.com).

Lolita cat minaudière from Judith Leiber Couture ($5,495; judithleiber.com). LALIQUE's Golden Retriever Dog Sculpture in gold luster crystal ($575; lalique.com). Caviar Collection Beluga cat collar ($63.50; cheshireandwain.com). Opposite page, clockwise from top left: Artel Crystal Dogs Collection Double Old Fashioned set ($1,086) and Bull Dog decanter ($724; artelshop.com). Libertine dog-print cropped jean jacket ($1,625; neimanmarcus.com). Cloud 7 waterproof foldable pet travel bed ($150-$180; fletcheroflondon.com). Howlpot Howly Dog Bed ($309; niecpaws.com.au). The Dog Room by Michael Ong ($429; madebypen.com). Posh pooch pink pet bed from The French Bedroom Company (frenchbedroomcompany. co.uk). DOOG Home dog bed & bowl collection ($89.95; doog.com). Graduate Collection Bulldog wallpaper ($145/roll; limelace.co.uk). Charley Chau Snuggle Bed in velour ($100; charleychau.com). Annabel James Camello leather and grey tweed dog collar and leash ($60/each; annabeljames.co.uk).

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LONDON BY NIGHT (AND DAY) The Milestone Hotel, The Red Carnation Hotel Collection’s flagship property in London, wows with high design and service that only a family-run business can deliver.

Written by Elise Hofer Shaw

The Milestone Hotel, located in the Royal Borough of Kensington, is comprised of three houses, the oldest of which dates back to the 1700s.

Ridiculous, inconvenient, consuming, can’t-live-without-eachother love… It’s life’s most awesome promise and sweetest reward.

And just sometimes, when two people come together in love and creative pursuits, magic happens. Such is the love story of Stanley and Beatrice “Bea” Tollman—and, by all accounts, the story of The Red Carnation Hotel Collection.

You can’t tell the tale of one without the other. Stanley, a distinguished hotelier, met Bea at the Oyster Box Hotel on the coast of South Africa near Durban in the 1950s. Stanley was wearing a red carnation in his lapel; Bea was a vision who melted the room with her smile. Fast-forward 60-some years later—and six children and 10 grandchildren—and the pair have amassed a selection of 17 award-winning, family-owned boutique properties from Guernsey to Cape Town. Eleven are five-star properties, the rest four-star. They’re 46 slmag.net

named, of course, after the red carnation Stanley so proudly donned on that day when he first met his bride-to-be.

Today, The Red Carnation Hotel Collection (RCH) is the No. 2 Top Hotel Brand in the World according to Travel + Leisure, and a brand that has become synonymous with high design, exceptional locations, celebrated cuisine and above-and-beyond service. And with accolades like The Leading Hotels of the World Leading Legend and the Lifetime Achievement Award at The Cateys, the most prestigious awards in U.K. hospitality, under her belt, “Mrs. Tollman” (as she is lovingly referred to by the some 2,400 Red Carnation employees) has indeed herself become a legend in the hotel and restaurant world. And the secret to her lifelong success is no secret: “To create something truly extraordinary,” says RCH’s matriarch, “you have to do it with all your heart and soul.”

The Kensington Palace Residence is a duplex with the new living room area redecorated in mint green and rich pink, the only 3-bedroom Residence of the house.

The Milestone's new Signature Master Suite, The Venetian, is breathtaking, offering a one-bedroom suite with separate lounge, full bathroom, shower room and dressing room.

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The spectacular Art Deco bathroom of the Meghan Suite

The proverbial bloom in the company’s boutonniere is The Milestone Hotel in Kensington, London—the city the Tollmans call home. And yes, the entire staff sport red carnations on the lapels of their bespoke uniforms, starting with the jolly doormen who are quick to give directions, open the door, find you a ride or even walk your dog (all of the Red Carnation hotels are dog-friendly).

Heart and soul are also spot-on descriptors for the Milestone’s hallmark design approach. From the deluxe guest rooms and luxury suites to the recently renovated long-stay residences, no two rooms are alike. My room during my stay earlier this year, the Tudor Suite, can hardly be referred to as a room at all. A study in creamy whites and rich golds, all 667 square feet from its private den to the original, hand-carved stone fireplace, is appointed with a mix of Victorian antiques and more modern furnishings like silk, fleur-de-lis-printed wall coverings and a gilded, four-poster bed. Signature touches like oversize candy jars, fresh flowers and turndown presents (think a mini tome of Oscar Wilde quotes)

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evoke that “no request is too large and no detail too small” vibe that all of the RCH properties are known for.

Always curious about where I hang my hat, I asked for a history lesson from Andrew Pike, general manager of the Milestone. Dating as far back as 1689, the original dwelling that stood where the Milestone stands today was home to Foot Onslow, a Commissioner of Excise under King William III. His son, Arthur Onlsow (1691-1768), was Speaker of the House of Commons for 30 years. From ambassadors and barons to a countess and one braggadocios officer who claimed to be William Shakespeare’s grandson, the address of 1 Kensington Court has had quite the storied history—which the Tollmans planned to honor and uphold when they purchased the Milestone property in 1998. Thus, the hotel underwent a year-long restoration before opening in 1999 with Mrs. Tollman’s stamp of approval.

My visit was timed quite perfectly around the completion of an elegant refurbishment encompassing two of the Milestone’s largest suites (106 Grand Master Suite and The Meghan Suite)

The menu at Cheneston’s has some local favorites including Cured Loch Fyne salmon with horseradish and dill as well as some of Mrs. Tollman’s own family recipes.

The Carousel cocktail is just one of the magical creations that barman Angelo Lo Greco stirs up in The Stables Bar.

The Carousel cocktail is just one of the magical creations that barman Angelo Lo Greco stirs up in The Stables Bar served atop a toy carousel.

The Conservatory is the perfect place for a light lunch, evening cocktails or even Afternoon Tea service.

and six of its luxury residences. Housed in what was once a private Victorian mansion behind the hotel, the residences are ideal for large groups, families and long-stay guests, and all now boast handwoven carpets, exquisite fabrics, antique or custommade furnishings, handcrafted chandeliers, and rare artwork. My personal favorite was the Kensington Court Residence, a splitlevel apartment complete with a mezzanine bedroom upstairs and access to a private terrace overlooking the rooftops of Kensington.

(Full disclosure: While up there, I broke into song, belting out “Chim Chim Cheree” from Mary Poppins.)

“Our newly designed long-stay Residences are a home away from home for business travelers spending an extended time in London, or families seeking comfortable yet stylish accommodation for their visit to the city,” says Pike. “Offering guests their very own address in one of London’s most desirable neighborhoods [Kensington], the Residences combine the value, space and authenticity of renting a private home, with the service, facilities and security of a five-star hotel.”

That same formula extends to the Milestone’s food and beverage program, which is as decadent as its decor yet extremely approachable. At Cheneston’s restaurant, contemporary British cuisine is elevated under the artful direction of Executive Chef Rob Creaser. Dishes like his Suffolk rack of lamb with sweetbread croquette, baby gem lettuce and spring peas have a devoted following, and his use of seasonal ingredients sourced from around the British Isles keeps the menu fresh. But it was Bea’s chicken noodle soup and pot roast Dover sole that were a comforting surprise to me when spied on the menu. After I’d tasted both, it was no surprise to learn that Mrs. Tollman’s cookbook, A Life in Food, is in its fifth edition. Après dinner during the holidays, head to Stables Bar for a Carousel cocktail made with barrel-rested Patron tequila, Old J Tiki Fire Spiced Rum, coffee liqueur, orgeat syrup, lime juice and orange bitters served atop a tiny crystal carousel. Or warm your bones by the fire in the Park Lounge with a flight of whisky, including one pour that’s been barrel-aged for 60 days in Canadian maple syrup and vodka.

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The newly designed Park Suite (Junior Suite) is appropriately named given its direct views of Kensington Palace and Gardens.

Usually when I’m in London, I’m inflicted with a bit of a Goldilocks complex—either trying to cram too much into too little time, or doing little more than exploring my corner of the city like a local. On this trip, the latter was just right—but I did enlist some help. Only the top-level tour guides in the U.K. get to don a Blue Badge, and mine, Russell Nash (guiderussell. co.uk), pinned his to a three-piece khaki suit and a quick wit.

My private, 90-minute walking tour of Kensington under the guidance of Nash was both entertaining and informative. I now know where Mick Jagger baptized all of his children (St. Mary Abbots Church), how to distinguish a wealthy borough from London’s more “dodgy ends” (coal holes in the sidewalks and defunct gaslights), exactly where T.S. Eliot’s former flat is, and why the iron balconies in Kensington Court bulb out at the bottom (hoop skirts, natch). Needless to say, it was my kind of tour. On another day on my own, a brisk, 15-minute walk to Portobello Market for some antiquing, and then on to Notting Hill for a spot of Monmouth coffee and a slice of banana bread at Lowry & Baker, was blissfully low-key.

For those who are more culturally inclined than I, Royal Albert Hall is a short, eight-minute walk from the Milestone, and the aforementioned St. Mary Abbots Church is but a block away. And across the street from the hotel at Kensington Palace you can stroll the gardens where Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announced their engagement, then take in the Diana: Her Fashion Story exhibit (running through Feb. 17,

2019). During the holidays, definitely speak to the Milestone’s concierge team about planning some festive fun. A horse ride in Hyde Park? Caroling at Covent Garden? Ice-skating in the shadow of Somerset House? The Milestone’s V-class Mercedes can whisk your family wherever you’d like to go. (Don’t miss the Birmingham Royal Ballet performing The Nutcracker at Royal Albert Hall, Dec. 28-31.) And for a day trip to Windsor Castle, the site of Harry and Meghan’s nuptials in May, ask the hotel to organize a custom-curated Evan Evans tour complete with a chauffeured drive and private guide to unravel the history from the magnificent State Apartments to the beautiful St. George’s Chapel (evanevanstours.com).

Heading to Gatwick Airport in the Milestone’s chauffeured, midnight-blue Bentley—a lunchbox full of Mrs. Tollman’s chicken salad sandwiches rolled in chopped almonds placed neatly on my lap and a carry-on concealing a Powell Craft nightgown for my daughter and bits and bobs from Portobello Market for my husband at my feet—my heart was far from heavy about leaving. That’s the thing about a truly remarkable hotel stay: You know it won’t be long until you return. Next time, I’ll bring my own ridiculous, inconvenient, consuming, can’t-live-without’em loves along with me. sl The Milestone Hotel & Residences, 1 Kensington Court, London W8 5DL, +44 (0)20 7917 1000, milestonehotel.com and redcarnation.com. Norwegian has direct flights to Gatwick Airport from 12 major U.S. airports including Chicago, Los Angeles and New York (prices from $159.90 including taxes for Economy to $714.90 including taxes for Premium Flex). norwegian.com

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HOW CHARMING Gifting gets personal with statement charm jewelry Compiled by Bridget Williams

Left to right, top to bottom: 14k gold snake fangs on an 18" 14k gold chain ($1,200; laurenwolfjewelry.com). 18k yellow gold Rainbow charm with precious gems from Andrea Fohrman $3,600; andreafohrman.com). Adina Reyter 14k yellow gold Hamsa necklace with pavĂŠ diamonds ($485; adinareyter.com). 14k yellow gold and diamond tusk pendant necklace from Anne Sisteron ($2,200; annesisteron.com). Tara Hirschberg Kiss charm (tarahirshberg.com). Sylva & Cie ruby Woman charm ($4,400; musexmuse.com). Aron & Hirsch Hamar pendant with Gemfields rubies and shell ($1,515; musexmuse.com). Jiminy Cricket dangle charm with blue enamel from Pandora ($65; us.pandora.net).

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Left to right, top to bottom: Disco Dots 18k yellow gold and diamond ball charm necklace from Carelle ($3,300; carelle.com). Georg Jensen Offspring pendant in sterling silver and 18k rose gold ($235; georgjensen.com). Jacquie Aiche large bone feather charm with pavĂŠ diamonds ($2,315; jacquieaiche.com). Monica Rich Kosann 18k yellow gold Intuition octopus charm necklace ($7,565; monicarichkosann.com). Yasmine sterling silver openwork filigree charm by Korite Ammolite ($285; korite.com). 14k yellow gold and diamond hand charm by Michelle Fantaci ($1,825; musexmuse.com). Rare Gems of India Hand carved coral artifact mounted in 18k gold set with diamonds onyx and pearls ($12,500; raregemsofindia.com). Konstantino men's Minos Collection sterling silver and 18k gold lion pendant ($2,200; konstantino.com). Sanjay Kasliwal diamond elephant charm (price upon request; sanjaykasliwal.com).

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Left to right, top to bottom: Chopard's Happy Clown charm is attired in an 18k white gold costume entirely set with diamonds (price upon request; chopard.com). King Baby men's carved jet Wing pendant ($615; kingbabystudio.com). Jewelmer Mother & Child pendant with two South Sea pearls and diamonds (jewelmer.com). Marrow Under the Perfect MoonGibbous Moon pendant ($1650; marrowfine.com). Gumuchian B Collection 18k yellow gold charm bracelet ($24,000; gumuchian.com).

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Left to right, top to bottom: 18k rose gold and diamond RĂŞve charm from Nouvel Heritage ($4,330; nouvelheritage.com). Pyrrha Jewelry Power to Heal talisman in bronze ($222; pyrrha.com). Pamela Zamore teardrop star pendant with moonstone ($540; pamelazamore.com). Mikado Candy charm bracelet from Tamara Commoli ($5,510; tamaracomolli.com).

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Dawn greets an early-morning picking crew in the Napa Valley.

Photo by Jason Tinacci.

THE CORK BOARD Noteworthy news from the wine world Compiled by Chloe Geller 2018 Loire Harvest: An Early Harvest with Favorable Quality At the start of the 2018 harvest season, the Loire Valley Wines Council announced that the total volume of the 2018 vintage is expected to exceed last year's production. Ideal weather conditions have put a smile back on the faces of Loire winegrowers.

The 2018 harvest started two weeks earlier this year, similar to 2011 and 2017. The early maturity of the 2018 vintage, acquired in spring, was preserved thanks to this year's historically fine summer.

The amount of sunshine in July and August was indeed remarkable, with 600 to 625 hours of sunlight, which is as much as 30-percent higher than normal in some areas. Unlike 2017, the vines were spared from hail and frost. The rainy month of June, as everywhere else in France, led to mildew attacks. Overall, the disease was controlled by the know-how and vigilance of winegrowers, even if some farms suffered significant crop losses.

Winegrowers follow the grapes' evolution and taste them regularly to determine the optimal harvest date, according to wine profiles required for their different markets. Some Loire Valley winegrowers also employ high-tech tools, including Prévimat, a web interface developed by the Loire Valley Wines Board to predict the evolution of Cabernet Franc grape maturity up to 14 days.

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Valley the third largest French winemaking region. Producing 380 million bottles per year - be they red, rosé or white; still or sparkling; dry or semi-dry, supple or sweet - the Loire Valley is France's leading producer of white wines and ranks second for rosés. The region as a whole exports 68 million bottles every year to 157 markets.

Napa’s 2018 harvest builds balance at a steady pace According to the Napa Valley Grapegrowers, 2018 has been an exciting year so far. In February, rain was abundant, and when the skies cleared, endless days of sunshine followed. Then tiny buds emerged from the dormant vines, marking the beginning of the 2018 growing season. Looking across the valley floor in the early spring, it was a sea of bright, strong growth. In the spring, vines flowered uniformly, which paved the way for even cluster development.

"A very even bloom was followed by a rapid veraison this year, and to date, our ripening period has been void of extreme heat, which will allow for some extended hang time and great phenolic maturity in the fruit," said Paul Goldberg, director of operations at Bettinelli Vineyards and president of the Napa Valley Grapegrowers.

2018's first picks occurred mid-August, about a week or so later than 2017. These were primarily for Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier for sparkling wine. Other white varieties, and those for still wines, began coming off the vines in late August.

Napa Valley Harvest.

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Harvest in Anjou-Saumur, one of the five wine-making areas of the Loire Valley in France.

Photo by Interloire.

As growers enter October, activities will speed up, as the majority of red varieties ripen and begin to come in. Viticulturists closely monitor grape phenolics to ensure that harvest occurs at exactly the right time and once the pick date is set, vineyard crews spring into action. It's a well-choreographed operation that Napa Valley growers wait for the entire year – it's show time.

Napa Valley Vintners board member and Favia winemaker Andy Erickson, who works in multiple nested appellations throughout the Napa Valley, said that after a month of picking white varieties, reds like Cabernet Sauvignon are just starting to come in and that the recent cool weather has been extremely beneficial.

"The first reds that we're seeing, the color, the aromatics, the acidity, it's all there," said Erickson, who added he is delighted about the potential for even further development of fruit still on the vine. "Now that it's officially fall, that's when you get some really interesting late-season flavors." Erickson and several other NVV members have also reported strong yields.

Overall, a very balanced growing season has vintners extremely optimistic about the 2018 harvest.

A new vision for Mouton Cadet Philippe Sereys de Rothschild, Chairman and CEO of Baron Philippe de Rothschild SA recently announced that Mouton Cadet is reimagining the way it selects parcels for grape production, the taste

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of the iconic Bordeaux, and also the look and packaging of the famed bottles. He visited New York, Miami, and Las Vegas to herald the relaunch the new Mouton Cadet portfolio in the United States, more than sixty years after it was first introduced to American wine lovers.

The company aims to make the richness of the prestigious Bordeaux terroir accessible to a wider audience, offering both authenticity and quality with the Rothschild name as the hallmark of French savoir-faire.

“The process of reimagining the Mouton Cadet portfolio encapsulated years long efforts that will now result in a new chapter for the brand,” said Philippe Sereys de Rothschild. “While consumers know the dedication of our winemaking family to excellence, the recently renovated Mouton Cadet portfolio will provide the opportunity to experience our family’s heritage in an accessible way, while taking a new terroir-driven approach for the grape selection that we are convinced Americans will rediscover and love.”

Reinvigoration initiatives, coupled with Philippe Sereys de Rothschild’s vision for the next chapter of Mouton Cadet, which was created in 1930 by his grandfather, have helped to refine the wine’s signature style, making it even more smooth and round while remaining true to its origins, as elegant and refined as ever.

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AUDI ELECTRIFIED Unveiled in combination with a comprehensive range of available charging solutions for home and away, the spacious five-seater Audi e-tron offers fully electric driving without compromise.

Written by Andre James / Photos courtesy of Audi A bold step in Audi’s commitment to achieving approximately 30 percent of US sales from electric vehicles by 2025, the German automaker formally introduced its first fully electric production model—the e-tron—in San Francisco this past September. The e-tron will be the first of three battery-electric vehicles the company plans to debut by 2020 A new concept with a familiar face, the e-tron is unmistakably Audi in its appearance, which will likely help in wooing on-thefence electric buyers. Measuring 193-inches long and a touch over 76-inches wide, the five-passenger, performance-oriented SUV is only slightly smaller than Audi’s latest Q8 flagship SUV. The all-wheel drive e-tron is powered by two electric motors capable of accelerating the vehicle from 0-60 mph in 5.5 seconds and on to a respectable top speed of 124 mph. The rear motor handles most of the driving, but Audi reports that the front axle 58 slmag.net

can be engaged in a fraction of a second to achieve optimum traction and directional stability in a variety of driving conditions.

Seven driving modes are available via the Drive Select system.

Depending on road speed and driving style, the suspension adjusts the body’s ride height by up to 3 inches.

An innovative recuperation system encompassing both motors boosts efficiency when coasting and breaking; Audi engineers estimate that this system is responsible for as much as 30 percent of the e-tron’s range. The driver has the ability to select the degree of energy recovery in three stages by means of paddles on the steering wheel. US range estimates weren’t available at press time, although Audi’s European testing reported a range of approximately 249 miles.

The e-tron is engineered for both AC and DC charging. In an industry first to-date, the e-tron has announced a DC fast charging

capability of up to 150 kW available at select high-speed public charging stations capable of delivering up to an 80 percent charge in just 30 minutes. Audi and Electrify America have pledged to have 500 of these fast-charging facilities either under construction or completed in 40 states by July 2019. E-tron customers will receive 1,000 kWh of free charging at the Electrify America sites over four years of ownership. For residential charging, a standard 9.6 kW AC capsule charger is provided, and can deliver a full charge overnight utilizing a standard 120-volt household outlet.

A partnership with Amazon Home Services will allow Audi e-tron buyers to set up a fully-digital experience for in-home electric vehicle charging installations. Using the myAudi app, customers can plan, control and monitor the charging and preheating/cooling of their electric SUV. The app also displays charging and driving data. Amazon’s Alexa has been fully

integrated into the MMI system, and allows the driver/passengers to access many of the same features and services in their e-tron as they can in their home or through other Alexa-enabled devices.

Outfitted with all the comfort and high-tech accoutrements befitting an Audi, the driver-oriented cabin boasts a central Audi virtual cockpit with a slim, visually free-standing display, two MMI touch response displays, a standard Bang & Olufsen Premium Sound System, and a phone box for inductive smartphone charging. Customers are able to choose from a host of comfort, driving and technology amenity packages for a fully customized driving experience.

Base price for the Premium Plus trim level e-tron is $75,795.

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Clockwise from top left: Diva Finissima Minute Repeater from Bulgari is the thinnest minute repeater for women. The 18k rose gold 37mm case is accentuated by brilliantcut diamonds. The watch face is crafted from Urushi lacquer ($220,000; bulgari.com).

Baume et Mercier Petite Promesse ladies watch with wrap-around steel bracelet and mother-of-pearl dial set with diamonds ($2,850; baume-et-mercier.com). Released as part of their 280th anniversary celebration, the Grande Seconde Skelet-One from Jaquet Droz is the first time the company has presented a sapphire dial integrated within a skeleton composition. 18k red gold case and self-winding mechanical movement with a power reserve of 68 hours ($33,600; jaquet-droz.com). Opposite page, clockwise from top left: Voutilainen's 217QRS features a in-house designed movement with a 65-hour power reserve. The retrograde date mechanism is entirely integrated in main plate; to set the date one just presses the crown down ($129,000; voutilainen.ch). Double Balancier Sapphire from Greubel Forsey boasts a case entirely crafted from sapphire crystal. The hand-wound movement incorporates 284 components. Limited-edition of 11 pieces ($695,000; greubelforsey.com). Holding four patents for its remarkable construction, the mechanical movement of Bovet's RĂŠcital 22 Grand RĂŠcital is comprised of nearly 50 hand-polished components. The striking hand-painted globe rotates on its own axis and shows the hours in 24-hour format. Offered in 18k rose gold or platinum, only 60 pieces will be produced ($469,800; bovet.com). RGM reissued its popular William Penn model 18 years after its original release. The tonneau-shaped movement is available in stainless steel (shown) or 18k rose gold rectangular case (from $7,900; rgmwatches.com).

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Clockwise from top left: An icon since it was released in 1950, the Polaris Memovox has been the source of a long line of Jaeger-LeCoultre mechanical watches equipped with an alarm. A 1968 model inspired the latest release, which is being issued in a limited edition of 1,000 pieces ($12,600; jaeger-lecoultre.com). TAGHeuer Carbon Aquaracer with a 41mm black PVD-covered titanium case that houses the carbon bezel. Waterproof to 300m ($3,000; tagheuer.com). The Petoskey Runwell 41mm from Shinola is a special-edition piece with a dial crafted from a polished Petoskey Stone ($650; shinola.com). The Manero Flyback from Carl F. Bucherer is inspired by company models from the 1960s and 70s and features a kudu-leather strap with a suede finish.

The automatic movement boasts a power reserve of 42 hours and features a flyback function that allows for the recording of consecutive times in quick succession. ($6,900; carl-f-bucherer.com).

Bell & Ross BR-X1 Military features a case made of high-resistance titanium and is available in a limited edition of 250 pieces ($23,000; bellross.com). Opposite page, clockwise from top left: The Audry women's watch from Gomelsky with a malachite dial, alligator strap and case with 90 full-cut diamonds ($2,000; gomelskywatches.com). Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona in 18k Everose gold, and accentuated with gemstones, including 36 baguette-cut sapphires in rainbow hues on the bezel (price upon request; rolex.com). The dial of the DB Starry Varius from De Bethune can be customized to show the nighttime sky as seen from a specific geographical location on a given date (from $66,000; debethune.ch).

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Best Hat finalists at the Boodles Ladies Day Photo by Stephanie O'Callaghan and Nicole Hains

Dendrobium D-1 electric hypercar

Best of Show: 1933 Bugatti Type 55 Roadster Photo by Stephanie O'Callaghan and Nicole Hains

Boodles Ladies' Day

SALON PRIVÉ Blenheim Palace opens its gates to the world’s finest motor vehicles.

Written by Andre James Salon Privé reaffirmed its position as Britain’s most exclusive automotive garden party following three-days of events held this past August on the cricket pitch and lawns at Blenheim Palace, the principal residence of the Dukes of Marlborough, and the only nonroyal country house in England to hold the title of palace.

First day Salon Privé guests were able to revel in the event’s unique, relaxed atmosphere and stunning Palace backdrop, while admiring many of the finest motorcars and bikes in the world. More than 50 cars, 17 of them international entries, and 20 motorcycles, were graded during the day as part of the Chubb Insurance Concours d’Elégance by an expert panel of 17 judges, chaired by five-time Le Mans winner Derek Bell. The Best of Show Trophy was awarded to a 1933 Bugatti Type 55 Roadster, with a 1937 Delage D8-120 and a 1971 Lamborghini Miura S rounding out the top three.

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A champagne and lobster luncheon awaited patrons in attendance at the popular Boodles Ladies’ Day. Fourteen of the most fashionable guests were chosen to vie for the Best Hat award, presented by Jane Taylor, Creative Director and Founder of Jane Taylor London. The finalists were given the opportunity to be passengers in Concours’ entrants cars as part of the Final Parade at Salon Privé.

Rounding out the event was the Concours Masters, a more relaxed version of a traditionally-judged Concours. The 2018 rendition paid tribute to Porsche’s 70th anniversary year. The overall Owner’s Choice Award was presented to a 1988 Porsche 944 Turbo Cup, just one of just 150 examples built.

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A Most Delicious Take on Cincinnati’s German Roots Written by Sheree Allgood / Photography courtesy of Bauer Farm Kitchen In the centuries since the first Germans set foot in the idyllic Ohio River Valley, much of the traditional German essence of food, as well as its unique place in our heritage, has either assimilated unnoticed into daily cuisine or faded away altogether. Restaurants offering regional cuisine and the first wave of original craft brewed lagers appealing specifically to a Germanic clientele were boarded up and buried deep under Cincinnati’s streets between world wars and punctuated emphatically by Prohibition. Gone were the days of the heady hearty food and brew and farm fresh flavors our great-grand menschen embraced. Until now.

Guests will find much to rejoice in when it comes to Baüer European Kitchen. This is a robust farm kitchen extraordinaire that celebrates the glorious tastes of our long-lost German heritage and presents a fresh flavorforward, inspired, and contemporary epicurean quest for any foodie seeking simple food prepared with precision. Baüer means “farm” in German, and these natural origins are precisely why the food at Baüer is so extraordinary; it is seasonal, tremendously fresh, and generously curated for palate pleasing perfection from a continental farm perspective.

The restaurant’s space has also been carefully gathered to ensure that the full measure of German farm zeitgeist is fully embraced. A meticulously curated assemblage of rough-hewn barn doors, butcher-block tables, and reclaimed wood lighting fixtures give a warm and gracious glow to rooms. The ambience is abound with Rustic vignettes, German steins, Polka LPs, and farm and kitchen implements from long ago. A whimsically appointed private dining space has a cache of delightful pieces of reasonably priced art, including a textbook for cutting beef from the National School of Meat Cutting in Toledo, circa 1947, owned by Frank Osterhaus. On the night of our visit, this charming space was set for a Bachelor Party, eagerly awaiting Baüer’s most prized entrée, Tete Du Couchon. More on that in a bit.

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Meet Chef Jackson Rouse, the man who’s responsible for the delectable Eastern European cooking stewing up at Baßer Farm Kitchen

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Baüer has a delightful and inviting bar, with equally tempting brews, wines, and crafted cocktails. The cocktails have a continental bent to them and are sublime in their pedigree of old world flavors. The Saignee 75 offers craft vodka, a splash of bubbles, blood orange with candied lemon peel. The Bavarian Manhattan is a toothsome blend of German brandy, red vermouth, Schwartzhog bitters, with a swirl of vanilla compressed cherries. The Foulspiel Martini uses “Polish-style” rye-potato vodka, verjis, olive juice and a stuffed red olive. The hint of rye in the vodka deepens the drink, giving it a homey warm flavor. Of course, Baüer offers a well-tended beer selection, with German, French, and Belgian offerings as well as local draft and bottled selections from many of Cincinnati’s superb craft beer houses. A well-versed staff will eagerly direct diners to a selection of beautiful wines, many German, Austrian and French in origin. Baüer also offers a seasonal Farmers Red and Farmers White that are carefully selected for the seasonal plates being offered. The waitstaff will eagerly direct diners to the beverage that will best pair and complement selected plates.

Baüer offers both large and small plates, with offerings sundry and scrumptious, savory and sensational. As with all excellent farm-to-table restaurants, the flavors come from what is being freshly harvested and what is available for procurement. A delectable small plate, described as “pillows for the taste buds”, is the Parisian Gnocchi. These handmade herb dumplings are blended with comte cheese, fresh vegetables, and chickweed. Beef Tartare, made with Black Angus Reserve Tenderloin, and served with spiceberry, cress veal tongue salad, pickled garlic, smoked horseradish mayonnaise, with a hearty Blue Oven Bad Girl Bread is fabulous and a diner’s delight. By far, the most outstanding small plate is the Babushka Pierogies. These traditional Polish treats are a slice of pure heaven. Made locally by a purveyor at Findlay Market, ours were filled with a whipped salted cod, surrounded by a celery cream and lightly dusted with smoked paprika. Many of the small plates recall the savory compounds of the old world in delicious new world flair: fried sage paired with roasted cauliflower, garlic confit with Prince Edward Island Mussels, plum mustard with sauerkraut balls, and a stunning amalgamation of woodland mushrooms, Jimmy Nardello peppers, melted tomato, charred leeks, crème fraiche dumplings, and toasted caraway in the Wild Mushroom Goulash. These dishes are as stunning in their simplicity and as they are adroitly combined under the superbly skilled hand of Chef Jackson Rouse.

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Chef ’s favorite tarte flambÊe

Confit lamb stuffed cabbage rolls

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Pork chop with fermented apple, caramelized brussel sprouts, crispy pig ear and a brown-beer hunter sauce

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Bauer’s version of the hamburger with brisket, Bavarian Red Cabbage, Butterkase, Smoked Pork Belly and Russian dressing on Brioche bread Old Fashioned, Champagne and Martinis

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Oxtail bourguignonne

Perfect for catering orders or larger parties, feed off of this massive charcuterie board featuring something for everyone

The hearty and ample large plates exemplify traditional German, Austrian, and pleasantly peasant French plates. The Viennese Schnitzel is incomparable.

A simple dish is elevated with magical treatments of white anchovy, fried caper, pickled fried fingerling potato, with a tangy serving of Grandma’s cucumber salad. Sauerbraten Short Ribs are nostalgic to anyone whose grandmother made this time-intensive dish. The beef ribs are braised in a sauce of German pinot, Madhouse vinegar, local honey, foraged spiceberry, and plated alongside homemade spaetzle. The succulent Schweine, also coined as the pork chop, is a house-aged heirloom, braised with fermented apple and served with delectable caramelized brussel sprouts and crispy pig ear, brown-beer hunter sauce, pickled mustard seed, and petite greens. Also offered is Choucroute Garnie, with an array of meats including smoked Mcdowell Farm Pork Belly, potato sausage, slow-roasted pork shank, and house-made indulgences such as applefennel kraut and porky pretzel. Even something as pedestrian as the humble Hamburger is elevated to a…well…closer impression of Hamburg, with a mouthwatering Bavarian red cabbage, a slice of creamy Butterkase, smoked pork belly, and splash of Russian dressing.

As alluded to previously, the crown jewel of Baüer is the showstopping Tete Du Couchon. Those of us who eked out a semester or two of French will understand this to be a pig’s head. This pig’s head, however, goes to the tete of the class. This delicacy requires a three-day pre-order so that it can be lovingly sous-vide to lip-smacking perfection. Accompanied by assorted pickle, mustard, German potato salad, house kraut, and a selection of Blue Oven Bread, this masterpiece is carved tableside and is a spectacular special occasion feast. Our Bachelors were delighted with their meal and paired it enthusiastically with some great-looking Dunkel, Pilsner, and Hefeweisen.

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20 oz. Cold water lobster tail

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Apple pull-apart tart

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A European farm kitchen would just be another kitchen without a splendid conclusion of dessert. In this vein, once again, Baüer exceeds the mark. For the chocolate lover at the table, there are three outstanding delights to choose from. The first is a subtle Chocolate Pot du Crème made with cacao berry chocolate, buttermilk Chantilly, puffed rice, and an aromatic vadouvan.

A Black Forest Gateau is French inspired: a chocolate truffle cake layered with compressed cherry, frozen kirsch custard, and quark ice cream. The German chocolate bombe is truly ‘da bomb, an explosion of all things delicious, including the same chocolate truffle cake used for the Black Forest Gateau with creamy mousse, chocolate glaze, a filling of coconut pecan cream, and a tasty glazed sabayon. The dessert menu also offers a macaron tasting and a housemade selection of seasonal ice cream. Baüer also offers an exceptional selection of seasonal boards for nibbling, sharing, or enjoying as a meal. The Charcuterie boasts many of the in-house and locally sourced European-style meat selections, and the Cheese (Kase) Plate. Some extraordinary selections from Urban Stead in Walnut Hills marries nicely with a Noval 10 year tawny port to end dinner with a most continental vibe.

The beauty of Baüer is the passion that all the various facets embody in ensuring a fabulous dining experience. Along with Chef Rouse’s genius for food, Kinjal Desai, Bauer’s Operating Partner, is a visionary in Baüer’s success and triumph in terms of reviving the beautiful heritage of Cincinnati’s food tradition. Mr. Desai tells a story: as a young man finding his way in the world, he asked his grandfather for advice on figuring out what to do with his life.

His grandfather, not a native English speaker, asked him, “What is your heart?”

What he meant to ask was, “What is your art?” It is safe to say that that at sl Baüer, we have found both art and heart.

Baüer European Kitchen / 435 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202 Open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 5 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. / Friday & Saturday 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. www.bauercincinnati.com

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Winner of the 2018 CEDIA Showroom of the Year and the only Control4 CertiďŹ ed Showrooms in Southwest Ohio

SUBLIME TRANQUILITY Written By Joan Lerch / Photography By Alise O’Brien

First impressions! A stunning gallery foyer extends the depth of the home, providing great flow, access and views.

Three years in the making, the meticulous attention to detail in this home makes it worthy of almost every superlative. Even from the curb, a glimpse up the sloping driveway tells the visitor they are about to experience something truly extraordinary. And then, rounding a curve, the elegant structure appears, anticipation heightens once more, and it’s instantly apparent why the homeowners call this their dream home.

Using a team headed by custom home builder Roger Johnson, of Johnson Development Company, and his wife Kelly Johnson, owner of Kelly Johnson Design, their journey began with a search for the perfect lot, finally discovered in the spring of 2015. Negotiations regarding purchase and possession delayed the building process for about six months, which gave everyone time to ponder floor plans and other preliminaries. The drawings were completed and construction began later that year.

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A silken Tufenkian rug and neutral furnishings are awash in natural light from nearby French doors, enhanced by a domed ceiling shimmering with hand-applied silver leaf.

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Just off the main gallery foyer, a Valerie Jaudon canvas is the focal point of the stunning formal dining room.

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Deep drawers replaced upper cabinets in the kitchen, permitting abundant light to enter through ceiling-height windows.

When the designer first met the soon-to-be homeowners, they had a scrapbook of plans and magazine clippings, and a “punch list” of things they wanted the home to have, but they were completely open to fresh ideas. “It’s not often that a client says, ‘We are totally open-minded. What do you think would be super cool?’ Usually we have parameters, but this time we didn’t,” Kelly explains. The designer had an inspiration file of her own that included a photo of a home she had discovered in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Marking the beginning of a truly synchronized collaboration, the clients’ scrapbook featured the identical photo.

And so it began.

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The empty-nester couple came to the project from a very fresh perspective, truly starting from scratch, Kelly explains.

In addition to choosing finishes, rugs, lighting, fabrics and accessories as simple as napkin rings, the designer also chose furnishings for every room in the new home. “They moved in with their clothes,” she explains. Her artistic eye is evident in every carefully considered detail, from sculptural light fixtures to the hand-made brass barstools by artist Anna Karlin, designed to mimic chess board pieces (see TOC pg. 4).

Streamlined and deliberately neutral, the interiors were designed to showcase the art collected specifically for this home. Just off the

In “her” study, a custom standing desk offers a view of the fire, and cozy seating is perfect for a relaxing cup of tea when work is done.

long foyer— a magnificent gallery that extends front to back— the formal dining room is the perfect setting for a contemporary work

by Valerie Jaudon, a New York artist recognized as a leader in the Pattern and Decoration movement. The piece was acquired through gallery owner Philip Slein, who describes what makes the painting so remarkable. “That white line is not painted,” he explains. “All of the black is painted up and the white is raw canvas showing through.

Jaudon painted up to the edge with incredible skill.”

Describing the homeowners as “true collectors,” Slein describes their approach to art. “When they come to the gallery, they choose paintings that have meaning and significance

to them— works of art they want to live with. It’s all about connoisseurship. When you are a collector, it’s very important to display your collection in the most esthetically pleasing way. In older days folks tended to ‘decorate’ but collecting is much deeper.

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Proof that neutrals can be dramatic. The barrel-ceilinged gathering room, with a conversation grouping, hidden television, and casual dining space, is the center of the home.

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A textural work by American artist Robert Sagerman, described as a “mystic and an alchemist,” is displayed at the entrance to the home’s sunlit private wing.

When dinner is over and it’s time to relax, the neutral symmetry of the gathering room makes a soothing statement, punctuated by an oversized abstract canvas. The celestial ceiling, with a heavenly silver-leafed dome, reflects illumination from another spectacular light fixture. A Tufenkian rug, rich in silk and knotted by hand, anchors the space. And when it’s time for a party (or just a private toast), the bar is a few steps away.

Throughout the home, expansive windows blur the line between outdoors and in, offering a tempting invitation to explore what’s beyond. From the barrel-ceiling great room, three sets of French doors open to the very private rear of the property, where a dramatic walled fountain provides a soothing soundtrack to the bucolic setting.

Another Tufenkian rug and cozy seating create an intimate space for fireside conversation in the large great room. When it’s movie night, a motorized panel above the fireplace reveals the television.

To visually break up the long room, Kelly designed a room divider of stacked, see-through shelving. Parsons tables crafted by bespoke furniture builder Martin Goebel, of Goebel & Co. furniture, can be used for casual dining or, with chairs removed, an overflow bar.

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Simple but sumptuous, the platform bed is nestled in a stepped-up cove, overlooking the sitting room and terrace.

In the adjoining kitchen, a row of tall windows was substituted for upper cabinets on one wall, providing a panoramic view of the gardens beyond. And if guests wonder how the stunning kitchen is impossibly clean in the middle of a dinner party, the secret is just behind the cooktop wall. Kelly explains: “This is the pretty kitchen, and it’s decked out with every feature you can imagine.” But a second, galley-style kitchen, closed off with a sliding barn door, is where the culinary magic really happens. “It’s the ‘dirty kitchen.’ When they have people over, nobody has to look at the mess.” A half wall of cabinetry, topped with a custom Parsons-style bar, separates the “pretty” kitchen from the gathering room without blocking light and views.

An abstract painting by Robert Sagerman is displayed in the hall leading to the home’s private wing. Describing the artist’s unusual approach, Slein says, “He counts every single dollop of paint and titles each work with something like ‘17,040’ for the number of times he touches the canvas.” In yet another perfectly executed touch, the Sagerman is hung so it is approached from the side, offering the proper perspective on the textured dimension.

The master bath is outfitted with a standing-height vanity, abundant storage and a walled terrace complete with outdoor shower.

This hall leads to “her” study, entered through shōji doors (Japanese-style doors constructed from translucent paper over a wood frame) which allow light to pass through, while maintaining a quiet calm in the Zen-inspired space. The “decompress” mood is essential for this homeowner. As the managing partner of a Fortune 500 firm, she spends a considerable amount of time traveling and living in luxury hotels, so it was essential to have an equally five-star space of her own when she was not on the road. She’s often accompanied by her husband, who sums it up this way: “We travel a lot and absolutely look forward to coming home. This is where we want to be!”

The master suite, echoing that five-star star vibe, is a masterpiece of exquisite detail. The bedroom and sitting area are arranged to take full advantage of terrace views and the planned putting green, but the stunning cove lighting is the visual star that steals the show.

Kelly worked with Third Degree Glass Factory for two years on the design and execution of the art-glass display, a brilliant mix of artistry, engineering and a bit of angst. In the master bath, standingheight vanities from Alspaugh Kitchen & Bath accommodate a busy morning. On a lazier day, a high-walled outdoor shower beckons.

Dual chairs upholstered in a deep raspberry are especially beautiful beneath hand-crafted art glass lighting.

From first meeting to final walk-through, the homeowners were enthusiastic about the Johnson’s team approach to construction and design. The husband says, “I tell everybody who asks about our experience—Make sure you get a team on board!” In what might be the ultimate compliment for the team, he adds, “I’m almost sorry it’s over.”

When their dream home was almost complete, Kelly prepared for the big day with a directive. “OK, give me the keys and don’t pull in the driveway until it’s ready.” (The homeowner admits with a smile, “That was hard!”) Days later, after furniture was placed, art was installed, towels were hung just so, and everything was perfect, it was time for the reveal.

Finally allowed to return, the homeowners came up the driveway in the evening hours. The lights had been turned down low, the music was on, and candles were flickering. The Johnsons met them at their new front door, handed them a glass of champagne and asked, “Would you like to see your new home?”

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The stunning four bedroom home at 10601 Deerfield Road is our listing in Montgomery. A finished lower level is included in the 5,147 square feet.

This is an ideal family home and is a five minute walk to Pioneer Park soccer fields and Dulle Park.

Contact: Lee Robinson, 513.842.2225 The stately four bedroom Sycamore Township home at 8271 Glenmill Court is a five minute drive to parks and indoor fitness facilities. The owners love the friendly neighborhood, the updated kitchen, and finished walk-out lower level.

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Dress for Success Cincinnati’s annual Fashion Show took place at JACK Cincinnati Casino on September 13, 2018. A sellout crowd of 800+ attended to celebrate the 19th anniversary of Dress for Success Cincinnati and the more than 16,000 women who have been helped since the organization’s founding in 1999. Honorary Chair of the event was Linda Smith-Berry, the executive director of the Good Samaritan Free Health Center and a former board member of Dress for Success Cincinnati. The Fashion Show included a reception and grand raffle, followed by a luncheon and a fashion show spotlighting the Best of Saks fall fashion from Saks Fifth Avenue, as well as heart-warming success stories from Dress for Success Cincinnati clients.

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The Greater Cincinnati Business Hall of Fame celebrated its 25th year on October 4 with an induction ceremony at Cintas Center. Five new Laureates were inducted. They are, Edward F. (Hap) Castleberry - EFC Enterprises; Larry Leser – E.W. Scripps Company; Donna Salyers - Donna Salyers Fabulous Furs; Larry Sheakley – Sheakley Group; Jack Maas, Sr. – JTM Food Group was posthumously inducted. The Greater Cincinnati Business Hall of Fame is presented by Junior Achievement of OKI Partners, Inc. and Cincinnati Museum Center. The proceeds from the event provide 40,000 students with Junior Achievement programing in financial literacy, career readiness, and entrepreneurship.

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1) 2018 Laureate Donna Salyers 2) Courtis Fuller with student honoree Ty’ron Little 3) Dave & Marilyn Coleman with Kay & Jack Geiger 4) Steering Committee Chair Scott Robertson 5) Laureate Larry Sheakley 6) Junior Achievement President Greg Ebel, Scholar Amanda Jacobs, Dr. Rashmi Assudani, with JA Board Chair Marilyn Coleman 7) Ken Lowe, Bill Burleigh, Charlie Johnson, Nancy Smith, Sharon Baumberger & Rich Boehne 8) Tyshawn Dunbar, Christy Blackburn, Deb Kircher & Donna Richburg 9) Elizabeth Pierce, Samantha Goheen, Kelly Andrews & Lou Schottelkotte 10) Family of 2018 Laureat Jack Maas, Sr.: Joan Bacon, Jack Maas, Joe Maas, Tony Maas, Mary Lou Kern 11) Inductees: Edward (Hap) Castleberry, Donna Saylers & Larry Sheakley 12) John Barrett with 2018 Laureate Edward F. (Hap) Castleberry

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Wine Walk Wednesday Ladies’ Night Wednesday, Dec. 5 5-8 PM Wine Walk Wednesday Men’s Night Wednesday, Dec. 12 5-8 PM • Enjoy complimentary wine at participating merchants while you shop.

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BLOOM FOR STEPPING STONES

Raising more than $243,000, the 14th annual Stepping Stones gala in September was once again held at the Greenacres Arts Center. The gala helps to raise awareness and funds for more than 1,000 people with disabilities in day and overnight programs to increase independence and promote individual success.

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FOURTH ANNUAL FERRARI CLUB OF OHIO - JAMES FREE JEWELERS CRUISE-IN

High-performance sports car enthusiasts had an opportunity to see eye-popping Ferraris and other rare and valuable automobiles up close, when James Free Jewelers hosted the Ferrari Cruise-In IV in Montgomery. The free event was coordinated with the Ferrari Club of America (FCA) Ohio Chapter, which displayed many locally owned Ferraris along with other breathtaking exotic cars. With all proceeds benefitting The Arthritis Foundation’s Cincinnati Chapter. James Free and The Ferrari Club of Ohio host this event every September.

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ENVISION CHILDREN’S CASINO NIGHT

Envision Children held its largest fundraiser of the year on October 19 at Prime Cincinnati. The 3rd Annual Red Carpet Casino Night was attended by over 250 people and raised a net amount of $92,300. Envision Children provides tutoring services for children at risk in the Cincinnati area with a goal of helping each student to achieve A’s and B’s on their report cards and proficiency on the Ohio MAP Test.

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1) Sherri Davis, Terri Holden & Holly Smith-Conway 2) Nicole Cunningham, Ali Weibel & Cassandra Hooks 3) Ellen Heath, Mary Ann Carnes & Barbara Dixon 4) Randy & Patty Martin 5) Emily Hinshaw with Dirk Greulich 6) Al Diodick with Ranjit & Sonia Sharma 7) Catherine Ingram with Sandi Allen 8) Charley & Cathy Lindemann 9) Paul & Carol Davis with Paula Lampley

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HELLMAN CLOTHIERS’ OPEN HOUSE

To kick off the success of FC Cincinnati, Hellman Clothiers hosted stars Paddy Barrett (Ireland) and Sem De Wit (Holland) to welcome in the new Fall Fashion. A fun time was had by all and even Scooter Gennett from the Cincinnati Reds paid a visit. Great food from Bauer European Farm to Kitchen Restaurant was catered for the event.

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LIGHTHOUSE YOUTH’S FALL EVENT

Lighthouse Youth & Family Services raised more than $75,000 during its annual Fall Event in September. Kim Wood hosted more than 200 guests at the historic S.B. Allen Home in Glendale. Built in 1859, it’s believed the house was a stop on the Underground Railroad and is a national historic landmark.

Some of Cincinnati’s best caterers and restaurants donated lunch and Ford-Ellington Floral Wedding and Design provided the centerpieces. Guests also enjoyed shopping at a variety of boutiques, each of which donated a portion of the day’s sales to Lighthouse. Chau Huffman was the event chair. WLWT News 5 anchor Sheree Paolello served as emcee.

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1) Molly Jackson & Maria Rosenbaum 2) Eileen & Tammy Chalfie 3) Melissa Mainlander with Valerie Steinau 4) Terri Bennett & Betty Tonne 5) Betty Synder, Nancy Shepardson & Chris Ryan 6) Amy Peterson, Chau Huffman, Kristi Sheanshang & Allison Kahn 7) Jennifer Murphy, Chau Huffman & Kristi Sheanshang 8) Elsie Eisenhauer, Danielle Mangano & Erica Pontius 9) Mary Wahl, Melissa Lauer & Shayne Byer 10) Patti Hensley & Carolyn Hough 11) Justin and Chau Huffman, Event Chair 12) Sheree Paolello

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Honorary Chair Otto M. Budig, Jr. to celebrate the Future of the Arts in Cincinnati with performances by: Cincinnati Ballet Cincinnati Opera Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra Cincinnati Pops Orchestra May Festival The School For Creative & Performing Arts

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Gala Hosts Otto M Budig Jr. Patricia and Jim Beggs Nick Nissley & Elise Ballinger Alan & Mary Bunker Tim Cagle & Richard Kammerer Melissa & Kevin Carlson Colby Chapman & Marc Manly William & Roberta Drout

Pamela & Matt Fellerhoff L. Timothy Giglio Teresa Summe-Haas & Jim Haas Peter Koenig and Lucy Hodgson William & Elizabeth Knodel Nolan & Samantha Marx Mayerson Family Ryan Messer & Jimmy Musuraca-Messer Family

Stacey & Mark Miller Joyce Monger & Bruce Trapnell Shawn & Carla Nason John & Heidi O’Connor Holly Brians & Damon Ragusa Michelle & Rick Setzer Jane Katzman Simon Dr. Mark & Kathleen Sine

Albert & Liza Smitherman Society of the Preservation of Music Hall Amy Banister & Carl Stich Dr. Robert Summe Truepoint Wealth Counsel Regina & Keith Yearout

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MI PEOPLE LAUNCH PARTY

The Launch Party for the U.S. launch of the Mi People Social Network App took place the evening of Thursday, September 13th at The Handlebar at the Riverfront Club at Great American Ballpark. The Mi People app is a new ago of social networking which allows users to make taxdeductible contributions to their favorite charities globally from their smartphones. The app may be downloaded for free at the Apple Store or on Google Play, or via the website at www.mipeople.org.

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SHINDIG 2018

DIGS |Real Estate|Design|Construction| hosted its 15th annual SHINDIG brunch/open house on Sunday October 7th during the 52nd annual Hyde Park Art Show. Family, friends and clients mingled with children, dogs and yummy eats from The Echo. A diggable good time was, as always, had by all.

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ST. JOSEPH ORPHANAGE’S “A NIGHT UNDER THE STARS”

St. Joseph Orphanage’s “A Night Under the Stars” Fall Gala raised almost $250,000 to benefit some of the most vulnerable children in local communities. The festive gathering was held at the home of Joe and Lorraine Mayernik on September 22, 2018. More than 430 tickets to the Gala were sold, and the event featured cocktails, dinner by the bite, live music, and a silent auction. The Gala also highlighted how children benefit from the behavioral health and educational treatment they receive at St. Joseph Orphanage. The Gala’s Presenting Sponsors were the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office and the TQL Foundation, the Raffle Sponsor was Yelton Fine Jewelers, and Tim and Barbara Stefl of Lebanon served as Gala co-chairs.

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RICHTER & PHILLIPS JEWELERS LADIES NIGHT

The most anticipated fall event of the local jewelry industry, Ladies Night, was held at Richter & Phillips Jewelers on Thursday, October 18th. The event attracted over 100 women to party for a purpose as a portion of the evening’s proceeds went toward Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. The event featured gorgeous jewelry, a floor length, digital selfie mirror photo station, raffles, a “Pull-a-Gem” game, and a VIP Lounge in their historic vault. Ladies Night is an annual event held at Richter & Phillips Jewelers and sponsors a new, local cause every year.

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1) Emma Off with Carolyn Hohl 2) Lindsey Morton with Hillary Weidner 3) Tote Brodveck with Christy Vicil 4) Paula Toti with Tim Smith 5) Cindy Kelly & Melissa Powers 6) Meccie Brennan, Amy Neuyen & Hannah Scott 7) Kathy Olbendig, Nancy Named & Gail Shaw 8) Emma Crouser, Emma Chaney & Jacky Fairfield 9) Olivis Demoisey 10) Michelle & Olivia Deloatch 11) Olivis Demoisey 12) Chelsea Gerken & Nicki Verlin

SATURDAY 6:30PM CET SUNDAY 8:30PM CET ARTS Join Barbara Kellar as she showcases artists and cultural leaders from the Greater Cincinnati community.

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ZOOFARI

Zoofari 2018: An Arctic Journey was an epic year! Achieving record attendance, over 2,800 guests were welcomed to embark on a sensational arctic-themed journey, encountering amazing creatures, sampling delicious bites and sipping unique, arcticinspired cocktails before dancing the night away under Zoofari’s aurora borealis. As these C-suite executives, philanthropic leaders and Cincinnati Zoo’s most loyal fans celebrated, Zoofari guests never forgot why they were there: to hold up our Zoo as a jewel among regional institutions and to shine its light far and wide. As a result, a record $1,000,000+ was raised through the dedicated leadership of Bob S. Castellini and Jen Painter and the generous support of over 100 companies. Zoofari 2019 will be held Friday, September 13, 2019. Suites and tables are already being reserved.

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