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Luxury and Style Issue 2025

Betsy Stec Market Broker NC/SC Cell: (704) 619-8603

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Editor’s Letter

The Luxury of Change Is Finally Here!

You can feel it in the air. It took a while, but the air has changed and we’re finally experiencing cooler weather which is a luxury after such a hot, hot Summer season.

There is luxury all around us as we enjoy the change not only in the air but the changes in the colors of the leaves that can take your breath away during these bright, sunny Fall days. The changes came quickly and now we’re moving fast forward to the holidays with even more luxuries to behold ahead.

In addition to the changes in the season, there are exciting changes in this publication, too. I now have the luxury of becoming the editor of South Carol Long Charlotte Living Magazine! It’s an extraordinary gift to help this magazine remain the same wonderful publication that you’ve come to know and love but add so much more that is yet to come! I will also have the luxury to work with Lyn Coaldwell, the new owner and publisher of this publication. I hope you’re just as excited as the southcharlottelivingmag.com team, our marketing partners and I am about all the good things facebook.com/southcharlotteliving ahead as we move forward and grow. instagram.com/southcharlotteliving This issue reflects many luxurious benefits that many of us can Lyn Coaldwell enjoy while living in South Charlotte. We can never take for granted Publisher the blessings bestowed upon us with access to luxury homes to Carol Long Editor purchase while working with expert realtors; luxury automobiles Melissa Latin to buy from Mercedes-Benz of South Charlotte; luxury services Creative Director provided by Gatsby Glass, ShackShine and Second Hands and Edie Marshall, Melinda Willms, Effie being able to consider luxury travel. If you don’t know our partners Russell, Cody and Kelly Borwig, Betsy Stec Market, Ibrahim Alnawateer, showcased in this issue, then we encourage you to get to know Melissa Latin them. At the same time, let’s remember those who don’t have the Writers same access to luxurious items like we do, and let’s find ways to add Mercedes-Benz, 24 Foundation, Cody and Kelly Borwig, Gatsby luxury to their lives too. Enjoy your life in luxury South Charlotte!

Glass, Shack Shine Charlotte, Baha Mar, UNCF and Tiffany Jones-Boyd, Daniel Coston, Betsy Stec Market, Melissa Latin Photographers Picante Creative Design & Production Rachel Moore Ad Designs and Social Media

Carol Long

Editor South Charlotte Living SouthCharlotteLivingMag.com info@SouthCharlotteLivingMag.com

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Contents

Luxury and Style Issue

Features 16

The Pinnacle of Automotive Luxury Inside the World of Mercedes-Benz Maybach

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South Charlotte Glass Solutions Adds Gatsby Glass Luxury, Style, and Elegance for Charlotte Homes

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Living in European Luxury At Home in Highgrove

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Make Your Home Brighter During This Holiday Season Shack Shine Will Make It Glow With Custom Lights

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Luxury Has No Limits at Baha Mar The Ultimate Travel Destination in the Bahamas

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Departments Editor’s Letter 4 Who, What, When, Where 12

On the Cover

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2026 Mercedes Benz Maybach Sedan from Mercedes Benz of South Charlotte, 950 N. Polk Street, Pineville, NC 28134, mbcharlotte.com Cover photo: Pedro Thomaz - stock.adobe.com

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WHO, WHAT, WHEN AND WHERE

It’s a Milestone Year for Charlotte’s 24 Hour Booty Ride One of Charlotte’s most beloved traditions reached a milestone this year. This summer marked the 24th year for 24 Hours of Booty, the annual bike ride around Myers Park’s famed cycling loop that raises money to help people fighting cancer. The 24 Foundation’s mission is simple. It was founded to inspire communities to take action and make an immediate, positive impact on the lives of those diagnosed with cancer.

Since the first ride to this year, the organization’s signature ride has raised over $31 million with more than 29,000 participants riding to support cancer navigation and survivorship programs.

The organization, founded in 2002, helps to fund organizations and programs that offer services designed to untangle the maze of appointments, tests, and treatments after a cancer diagnosis, and increase the quality of life for survivors.

Today, 24 Foundation serves as a celebration of survivorship, the power of peer-to-peer fundraising, and the enduring spirit that participants, sponsors and volunteers demonstrate every single day.

> You can support the organization and read about next year’s event by visiting 24foundation.org.

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WHO, WHAT, WHEN AND WHERE

The 23rd Annual UNCF Maya Angelou Women Who Lead Luncheon The fashion and style with a purpose event is a signature fundraising initiative for UNCF each year and is named in honor of Dr. Maya Angelou. It aims to celebrate and honor extraordinary women who have made significant impacts locally, statewide, and nationally. The fabulous occasion featured pre-luncheon experiences including shopping, mimosas, and red carpet photos, followed by a luncheon with an inspiring program, Maya Angelou Women Who Lead Award presentations, and a hat competition.

This year’s honorees were Shelly Cayette-Weston, President of Business Operations of Hornets Sports and Entertainment; Kristy Fercho, Sr. EVP at Wells Fargo; Kristin Coleman, CEO/President at Tepper Sports and Entertainment for the Carolina Panthers along with honorary guest and speaker Sheila Johnson, Founder and CEO of the Salamander Collection. The event is a critical opportunity to support UNCF, its member colleges and universities, and the students they serve.

> Learn more about UNCF at uncf.org, consider giving and remember “A mind is a terrible thing to waste”.

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The Pinnacle of Automotive

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Mercedes-Benz Maybach

Written by: Effie Russell and Edie Marshall Photography: Provided

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In the rarefied world of ultra-luxury vehicles, few names command as much reverence and prestige as Maybach inside the world of Mercedes-Benz. Originally a standalone marque famous for its opulent, handcrafted automobiles in the early 20th century, Maybach has been reborn as the pinnacle of Mercedes-Benz’s offerings. Today, the Mercedes-Benz Maybach badge adorns vehicles that push the boundaries of technology, craftsmanship, and comfort, redefining what it means to travel in first-class style.

A Rich History of Engineering Excellence

The Maybach story began in 1909 when Wilhelm Maybach and his son Karl founded a company that initially built engines for airships. By the 1920s, they shifted to manufacturing automobiles, and Maybach cars quickly became a symbol of German engineering excellence and lavishness.

The brand was acquired by Daimler-Benz in 1960 and then it became dormant. In the 2000s it was revived, then discontinued only for Mercedes-Benz to recognize the immense potential of the Maybach name in 2015 and shrewdly resurrect it as a sub-brand, creating ultra-luxurious versions of its flagship vehicles.

A Suite of Luxury Maybach Models

The Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-Class Sedan forms the foundation for the Maybach lineup, offering an expanded wheelbase that provides lots of legroom for rear passengers. This chauffeur-driven experience is perfected with power-operated reclining executive rear seats, complete with heating, ventilation, and massage functions. Other opulent interior features include exclusive nappa leather upholstery. extensive wood trim with unique design features, Burmester high-end 4D surround sound with more than 30 speakers and

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integrated seat resonators. An available executive rear seat package features a fulllength center console with folding tables, heated and cooled cup holders, and a rear-cabin refrigerator with handcrafted silver champagne flutes. So sweet!

Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS SUV is perfect for those who prefer the commanding presence of an SUV. The GLS 600 delivers unmatched luxury in a high-riding format. The Maybach GLS stands out with exclusive design elements including many details found in the Maybach sedan plus a distinctive grille with vertical chrome slats and electrically extended running boards that deploy to aid entry and exit. Rear passengers are treated to an experience that rivals a private jet that has reclining executive rear seats with massage functionality, heated and ventilated rear seats, a fixed rear console with a wireless charging station, chilled cup holders, and a removable MBUX tablet for controlling comfort settings. This one is so cool!

Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV is the newest addition to the Maybach family. It combines the brand’s legendary opulence with the cutting-edge of electric vehicle technology. The all-electric EQS SUV provides a whisper-quiet ride and a focus on sustainable luxury, retaining all the bespoke craftsmanship and rear-seat amenities of its gasoline-powered siblings.

The Future of Ultimate Luxury

Mercedes-Maybach continues to innovate and push the boundaries of automotive luxury. Recent special editions, like the 2026 Mercedes-

Maybach SL 680 Monogram Series and the “Crafted in a Mercedes” mobile studio show the brand is dedicated to expanding its offerings and staying at the forefront of the ultra-premium market.

Collaborations with influential figures, such as the late fashion designer Virgil Abloh, have produced unique and artistic versions of the S-Class, blending high fashion and automotive design. With an ongoing focus on customization and advanced technology, Mercedes-Benz Maybach ensures its place as a symbol of aspiration and exceptional taste for a new generation of discerning buyers.

Other Mercedes-Benz Luxury Options

If you think you’re not ready for such an overwhelming luxurious driving experience around town in as Maybach, then you can dial it down a bit and consider other Mercedes models or maybe you’ll choose a Maybach and only drive it for special occasions. If so, you still want a luxury ride in a more traditional Mercedes. The team at Mercedes-Benz of South Charlotte can help you select what’s best for you from a lineup of MercedesBenz classes of C, E, or S Sedans or SUVs. Then, there are EQ’s and convertibles, too. One of the hottest vehicles you might like that they can’t keep in stock is the G-Class. No matter what the class, you’ll enjoy the ride in a tradition of quality in your new Mercedes-Benz.

> Visit Mercedes-Benz of South Charlotte at 950 N. Polk Street, Pineville, NC 28134 or call 704.412.9075 for an appointment to see the latest in the world of Mercedes-Benz and to place your order for your custom 2026 or 2027 Maybach.

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South Charlotte Glass Solutions Adds Gatsby Glass for More Luxury, Style, and Elegance

Cody and Kelly Borwig,

owners of their family business South Charlotte Glass Solutions, are bringing the luxury and style of innovative glass to homes and businesses with the addition of Gatsby Glass to their business, offering a wider range of custom glass installations. Cody and Kelly have been living in Charlotte for 9 years, and their deep connection to the community fuels their passion for enhancing local homes and businesses.

Glass can add unique art forms with luxury, style, and elegance. With clarity and sleek designs, spaces can be transformed from ordinary to extraordinary with warmth. No two homes are the same, and your glass shouldn’t be either. Elevate your home with expertly crafted, custom glass solutions tailored to your unique style. By adding sleek, frameless custom shower doors; stylish, updated mirrors for bathrooms, vanities, and entryways; and glass railings, partitions, and walls for home offices, flex spaces, and wine room enclosures, heads will turn, and lasting impressions will be made.

The parent company of the modern franchise group known as Gatsby Glass was established in the 1990s as a small shower door company in Nebraska and has now grown into a national organization specializing in custom glass solutions for residential and commercial spaces, with more than 30 franchises. South Charlotte is fortunate that

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Written by: Effie Russell and Melinda Willms Photography: Gatsby Glass of South Charlotte and Cody & Kelly Borwig

Cody and Kelly brought a franchise to the area, providing additional creativity and luxurious style to local homes and businesses. Leveraging innovative technology and strategic support, the company has positioned itself as a modern leader in the glass installation industry.

Cody, Kelly, and their team are committed to a customerfirst approach, prioritizing service and technology, with the belief that the customer is their north star. While style is important, the Gatsby Glass team cares equally about quality products, installation, craftsmanship, and client satisfaction, just as homeowners, designers, and contractors do. Using 3D/CAD imaging, clients can visualize their custom projects before installation, from the type of glass to the hardware that accents it. Their process turns a client’s most creative vision into reality.

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During a consultation, either inhome or virtual, the Gatsby Glass team discusses the vision and goals of a client’s project, analyzes the space, and takes precise measurements. Every project is custom and tailored to each client, with no cookie-cutter or off-the-shelf solutions. A variety of tempered glass types, including clear, frosted, tinted, rain, low-iron (ultraclear), and more, are offered, along with complementary hardware options. Clients receive a comprehensive quote with upfront timelines and pricing, ensuring no surprises later.

Once the style and products are selected and confirmed, Gatsby Glass

focuses on getting everything done right. Their intent is to make the entire experience smooth, satisfying, and stressfree. An installation schedule is created to accommodate the client’s calendar and needs.

The team assists clients in preparing for a smooth, exciting installation day.

The professional Gatsby Glass team works efficiently, taking care to protect the home.

Upon completion, a walkthrough ensures client satisfaction. Team members leave the client’s home as if it were their own—clean and enhanced with more luxury, style, and elegance.

> Visit gatsbyglass.com/south-charlotte-nc to explore glass designs that add luxury and style to your home, or call Gatsby Glass at 704.486.5383 for a consultation. Gatsby Glass is located at 10810 Southern Loop Blvd., Suite 17, Pineville, NC 28134.

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Written by: Effie Russell and Betsy Stec Market Photography by: Betsy Stec Market

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he custom European-style estate at 8534 Highgrove Street in South Charlotte is a luxurious property located in the prestigious Highgrove community at Ardrey Kell and North Community House between Ballantyne and Blakeney near top-ranked schools.

The property is a sanctuary of luxury and offers a lifestyle of quality. Built in 2004, the home is masterfully crafted with a blend of timeless elegance with modern luxury. Transformative updates have been made to refresh the home’s interior, making the home even more desirable.

The residence is situated in a private, professionally landscaped setting in Highgrove, which is known for its classic charm and upscale homes. It has a welcoming upscale feel with quiet elegance. The European-style architecture of the home features a mix of brick, stucco, and stone.

Betsy Stec Market, listing agent for the sale of this magnificent home, is a goal-oriented realtor/broker with Ivester Jackson Christie’s International and BIC designations. She is a long time Charlotte resident and knows South Charlotte very well. She brings all her knowledge, experience and professionalism to this

listing and to any seller or buyer to prioritize and satisfy their needs. She goes above and beyond for every client she represents whether they are selling or buying.

The features and amenities of this beautiful estate offer an exceptional indoor and outdoor living experience, encompassing 5 bedrooms, 5.5 baths, and 6,437 square feet of finished space across two levels and a finished basement.

Highlights of the main-level include the owner’s suite with spa-inspired finishes, serene views of the backyard oasis, ample and expansive closet space, and peaceful views of the private backyard oasis. There is an abundance of custom millwork, wood flooring and an open floor plan which adds to the home’s sophisticated feel for entertaining in the living/family room with friends and family. A chef ’s kitchen works well for

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preparing food for serving in the formal dining and breakfast areas.

Dedicated wellness and entertainment spaces and a bedroom and full bath make the basement level complete with a workout room, a sauna, a theater room, and a billiards/ sports room with a kitchenette which all provide ample options for recreation and family fun.

The upper level has an additional three bedrooms and three bathrooms, a media room and a recreation area. There are three laundry rooms offering convenience for everyone with one on each level of the home.

Outdoor features include a heated saltwater pool making it ideal for year-round enjoyment. The outdoor grilling station is perfect for entertaining and porches including covered, screened and an open-air deck provide

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multiple spaces for relaxation. Extensive flagstone hardscaping adds a layer of sophistication to the lush grounds.

The only missing elements from this beautiful home are you and your family members. Take a look and consider a move. Betsy will be delighted to work with you or your buyer agent. She can be reached at 704.619.8603 or at betsy@marketsells.com.

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Make Your Home

Shine Bright

During The Holiday Season

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Writers: Edie Marshall and Effie Russell Photography: Provided

hack Shine has always been known for making our homes Shine, but during this time of year we want our homes to have an even brighter glow with bright lights to celebrate the holidays. It’s time to consider lights for the exterior of your home to bring joy and spirit to your house and to your neighborhood. There’s nothing quite like the festive glow of twinkling lights to welcome the holiday season! A home decked out in sparkling lights brings warmth, joy and a touch of magic to any neighborhood.

Ibrahim Alnawater and his team of experts know how to light things up and give you the full holiday effect with professional lighting services for your home. Achieving the best look involves more than just hanging lights. Shack Shine’s friendly and trusted uniformed technicians go the extra mile to ensure that your display delivers the holiday cheer you and your home deserve.

How Shack Shine Will Give You That Picture Perfect Look

To begin at the start, Shack Shine will meet with you for a design consultation at your home to advise you on what will best suit your home and they will identify your vision for making your dreams come true. The Shack Shine team prides itself on professional and thoughtful service. Whether you want a simple traditional look or a more extravagant look, they can design

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it for you. Every home has its own unique structural details, so lights are installed accordingly for a custom look to fit each home’s lines and style. Shack Shine installers can do it all! From outlining your roof and windows with sparkling lights to wrapping trees and shrubs, designs can be created to fit your home and your requests perfectly.

As the team creates your design, they will also make suggestions on light types, bulb shapes, colors and placement to maximize the impact of your display.

Whether you’re looking for classic warm white lights, candy cane red and white, festive multi colored strings or an icy blue, they will cover it for you. They even have lights for Halloween, Diwali, the New Year and any other celebrations throughout the year you might like to decorate for.

When you sign up for Shack Shine’s holiday lighting services, they will bring the bulbs to you. These are not just ordinary bulbs. Shack Shine installs high-quality, commercial-grade, custom cut bulbs with a warranty. The bulbs they provide will shine brighter and last through the entire holiday season, longer than most bulbs bought in any store. Every string of lights is meticulously inspected for quality, so your home shines brightly, safely, and reliably.

Not only are they the best bulbs but they are yours to keep after the installers remove them at the end of the season.

The Shack Shine team is trained to handle installations on homes of all sizes, including those with hard-to-reach spots like roofs, tall trees, and high windows.

Installers come equipped with all the

right tools including specialized extension multiway ladders, clips and safety gear to make sure your lights are installed efficiently, safely and securely. They also use non-invasive clips that won’t damage your home or roof. No need to worry about tangled cords or tricky rooftop climbs, they handle it all.

The Shack Shine team has the experience and creativity to transform your home into a winter wonderland that stands out as the shiniest home on the block and will make you proud throughout the holiday season. With years of experience in professional outdoor holiday lighting installations, they know exactly how to create that perfect glow while keeping all wires neatly hidden away.

Typically, installations are completed in one day and without any concerns about your home’s final presentation. With Shack Shine on the job you can relax and enjoy the pleasures of the season, any festivities you need to attend or any travel required away from home during the season without worries about your lights. Shack Shine’s goal is to deliver good customer

service and to always achieve complete customer satisfaction.

Shack Shine installers will also take care of the takedown of your lights. You can enjoy the holidays without any stress over what’s needed later. Once the holiday season is over, Shack Shine installers will return at a convenient time to safely remove the lights and prep them for storage to be used again next year.

If you encounter any issues with your holiday lights during the season, like a burned-out bulb or a strand that’s not working properly, don’t worry! As part of Shack Shine’s holiday lighting services, they offer maintenance throughout the holiday season if needed. Just give them a call and they will come out to fix the problem as soon as possible so your display stays as bright and beautiful as the day they installed it. Shack Shine offers a holiday lighting guarantee commitment on all their installations and light products against defects. They are confident that you will love their products and services and that you will have peace of mind throughout the installation process and during your lighting experience.

Remember, Shack Shine also provides other home detailing services needed throughout the year including gutter cleaning, window cleaning, exterior home cleaning and washing, power and pressure washing, mold removal and roof cleaning.

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When a Second Set of Hands Are Needed for the Holidays and Beyond Writer: Edie Marshall

Photography: Provided

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Do you need a second set of hands to help you accomplish all that is needed in your busy schedule, especially during the holidays?

Second Hands can provide concierge services to help you and take care of various tasks for you, your business or for your family. Obtaining help and creating more time for yourself is truly a luxury!

It’s all about making life easier by handling things in life like helping you acquire tickets for events; handling lunch, brunch or dinner reservations for you, or helping you with personal and holiday shopping. Second Hands can even pick up your purchases and make arrangements for delivery or shipping.

Your concierge at Seconds Hands will understand what you need, provide recommendations on what you need and get things done for you on your behalf.

Whether it’s scheduling appointments for services or repairs, arranging transportation or taking care of any other chores, then your Second Hands

representative will be there for you to help you save time and make handling life’s chores more convenient for you.

For seven years the team at Second Hands has provided assistance with services for its clients’ personal needs and professional needs; provided project management for corporations; performed administrative tasks with law firms and other professionals; cataloged and presented art and estate pieces to museums and collectors on behalf of donors; helped to plan and manage events, helped to greet and register guests at events; helped plan, make arrangements and reservations for travel; provided notary services and provided writing and editing services for publications. Details are kept private and confidential for your protection.

Trust and confidence are important. It’s a luxury for you to know that you can rely on your Second Hands for help and that your second set of hands can make your days easier.

> You can receive more information for consideration and get to know the team by contacting them at vivicari09@gmail.com.

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A Yummy Dressing for Your Holiday Turkey

hether you’re from the South or North you may have only enjoyed the more traditional holiday dressings (or stuffings if you’re from the North) with your holiday turkey so it may be time to try something really different for a change.

We love sharing new ideas with our print readers, digital viewers and social media followers. During this fall and holiday season, we encourage you to bring something new to the dining room table to share with your friends and family.

The recipe here is from our Creative Director, Melissa Latin’s collection of recipes found on her website at charlottefashionplate.com. Give it a try and enjoy!

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Writers: Melissa Latin & Effie Russell Photography: Melissa Latin

Oyster Dressing Ingredients

1 teaspoon Old Bay 1 pint shucked oysters 10 to 12 slices country or cornbread 2 cups chicken broth 1/2 cup oyster liquor 4 tablespoons butter 1 1/2 stalks celery, finely chopped 1/2 white onion, finely chopped 1 tablespoon Old Bay 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

1. Start by toasting the bread. Break toast into pieces in a bowl. As the bread is toasting, heat up the butter, celery and onions in a pan.

Allow the vegetables to soften, not brown, about 5 minutes. Add the chicken broth, oyster liquor and Old Bay to the pan. Simmer for about 5 more minutes.

2. Break apart the oysters and add to the pan. Season with salt/pepper.

Add in the fresh chopped parsley. Slowly mix in the toasted bread pieces; you may not need to use all of it. Check the consistency after several handfuls. You do not want the mixture to be too dry or too wet.

3. Spray a 10-inch cast-iron pan with nonstick spray. Add in the dressing mixture and bake at 350 F for about 15 minutes, covered.

Uncover and place under broiler for another 1-2 minutes, just enough to brown the top.

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Luxury Has No Limits at

BAHA MAR The Ultimate Travel Destination in the Bahamas Writers: Effie Russell, Edie Marshall and Baha Mar Resort Photography: Baha Mar Resort

We are convinced that the Baha Mar resort in the Bahamas is one of the most luxurious destinations on the planet. It is one of our favorites for a stylish, classy, quick get-away.

Nassau’s Cable Beach overlooks brilliant turquoise waters and has pristine white sands. There are three worldrenowned oceanfront hotel brands on the resort, each with styles of their own to fit your mood and taste. They include the modern and sophisticated Grand Hyatt, the playfully fun and hip SLS and the richly refined Rosewood. You won’t go wrong with any one you choose. They each offer stunning oceanfront views and luxury amenities to please anyone.

Baha Mar features Baha Bay which encompasses 15 lush tropical beachfront acres with a 500,000-gallon wave pool, a 7200 sq. ft. infinity pool, a luxe water park with 24 slides, uphill water coasters, a 1400 ft. action river, surf simulators, a kid’s island and other activities. If you need to entertain or just hang out there is an 8500 sq. ft. beachfront event space, a 26,000 sq. ft. beachfront lounge, a secluded gaming pavilion, private VIP cabanas, retail outlets and much more! Golf and tennis are found on the resort and when you’re ready to wind

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down and relax, then you can take time away from the water and sports and move into quiet spaces for spa treatments, yoga and meditation.

The almost 30 restaurants serve a sweeping array of chef-inspired dining experiences and the more than 15 bars and lounges on the resort satisfy every taste for drinks at any time during the day and night. There are endless, dazzling choices of amenities that allow each guest to custom design their own spectacular experience.

Baha Mar has the Caribbean’s most luxurious casino. The floor-to-ceiling windows overlook the sparkling turquoise waters of Cable Beach, combining high energy thrills in an elegant setting designed for gaming at every level and live sports betting too.

With the opening of musical legend Jon Batiste’s Jazz Club, there is now jazz and everything else at the resort. The Oscar, Grammy and Emmy-winning legend’s first-ever Jazz Club experience is the Bahamas’ newest and most spectacular entertainment venue. The Club reflects Jon’s New Orleans roots and heritage and is enriched by the vibrant spirit of Bahamian culture. His Club promises a one-of-a-kind stage unlike anywhere else in the world. The experience is an unforgettable musical extravaganza infused with the best of jazz blues, and beyond. It delivers an atmosphere of celebration, of artistry, community and musical excellence.

In addition, there are always special events at Baha Mar. Guests can experience live entertainment by notable performers like Bahamian and 4-time Grammy winner Lenny Kravitz and others, music by well known DJ’s, culinary festivals with world renowned chefs, exhibitions by emerging artists, celebrity charity events, pro-am golf and tennis events, college and professional basketball events and many other exciting happenings. Take a break and check out Baha Mar and you might just see members of the South Charlotte Living Magazine team on the island!

> Learn more about Baha Mar at bahamar.com.

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