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contents & contributors

5 From Us

6 Gifts We Love Great Outdoors Edition

10 It’s a Date

12 Required Reading

14 Amazing Grace Interview: Erika Powell

16 Drawing Inspiration Interview: Suzy Ultman

22 Summer of Love Interview: Katie Higaki

29 The Curated Collection

34 No. 11 Pimlico Road Interview: Mel Marriott, MD

40 Smart Cookies Interview: Dorie and Josh Greenspan

45 Summer Showers

50 The Toasted Oat

52 Work Spaces

60 The Late Show

74 Gifts from Nashville

80 DIY Gifts: Backyard Floral Arrangement

82 All Wrapped Up

85 Unwrapped: Gifts That Made History

Our cover photo is from No. 11 Pimlico Road in London, and was taken by the talented Lisa Linder.

MillER iMagERyWhen not noted otherwise, photographic

services provided by Miller Imagery. Founded in

2004, Miller Imagery strives to provide creative

solutions for your photographic needs. 

You can learn more by visiting them at

www.millerimagery.com.

MaRiT SNOWBallMarit is a graphic designer

living in San Francisco with

her husband and their Boston

Terrier, Pete. In her spare

time, you'll find her cooking up meals (and

Instagramming them) or designing invitations

for brides worldwide. Her work has been

featured on The Knot, Style Me Pretty and the

Knotty Bride. And yep, that's her real last name.

BETSy HalEyBetsy Haley is a food stylist

and lifestyle blogger from

Southern California. Her

work can be seen in print

and television campaigns nationwide. She

loves cooking, entertaining and collaborating

with other bloggers and creative types. See her

work at BetsyLife.com and BetsyFood.com.

JackiE claRkJackie is a graphic designer

in Columbus, Ohio. By day

she designs at Resource, a

digital agency in Columbus.

By night, her passions (okay, obsessions)

include French fries, chocolate chip cookies,

anything Dutch, anything vintage, old-fashioned

script handwriting, fashion and reading.

laURE SaNfORdLaurie is a graphic designer

working for Resource in San

Francisco. Although nearing

30, she shows no signs of

maturing, with a collection of

Star Wars toys and cats on her desk, and will

always choose beer over wine. Her life goal is

to travel the globe, from the top of one point of

longitude to the bottom. Lines 120 and 30 are

in the running.

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from us

JEN + alliSON

Finally!

We thought summer would never get here. After a long, spiteful winter,

we’re thrilled to see leaves on the trees and warm, sunny skies. So this

issue, we’re celebrating the great outdoors.

In these pages, you’ll find summer inspiration from some supremely

talented folks including cookie connoisseur Dorie Greenspan, artist Suzy

Ultman and the one and only Erika Powell from Urban Grace Interiors.

Our list of contributors this issue is long and distinguished. Some of

our favorite artists and bloggers shared their workspaces —filled with

seasonal inspiration—and our favorite food blogger + stylist Betsy

Haley has joined us again for a very special movie night menu.

We’re happy you’re joining us again, too.

Enjoy the summer and get outside!

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Summer means gifts that can handle whatever the day brings.This issue, our gift suggestions are inspired by our favorite activities.

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Gudli Tie Die Necklace, $35India Hicks

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Relaxing with friendsfor stories and s’mores.

Swiss Army Blanket

The Desalpes Company

S’mores Kit, $18Whimsy & Spice

Match Safe, $9Best Made

Nancy Drew Camp Fire StoriesAmazon

Wood Fire Candle, $60 Diptyque

Log Pillow, $18 Fred Flare

IU Champs Crewneck, $45 Homage

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July National Blueberry Month

National Candy Month

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GB Row 2013, London, England

30th Annual Telluride Balloon Festival, Telluride, CO

“Sex & The City” TV Premiere, 15th Anniversary

Antiques on the Diamond, Ligonier, PA

Flag Day

Father’s Day

Summer Solstice

100th Tour de France Begins, Corsica

Diana, Princess of Wales, Birth Anniversary, 1961

Red, White & Boom, Columbus, OH

Independence Day

Bastille Day

Alpenfest, Gaylord, MI

Oregon Brewers Festival, Portland, OR

Beatrix Potter, Birth Anniversary, 1866

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Festival at Sandpoint, Sandpoint, ID

Braham Pie Day, Braham, MN

Martha Stewart’s Birthday

National Mustard Day, Middleton, WI

Illinois State Fair, Springfield, IL

Picnic Day, Australia

Corn Palace Festival, Mitchell, SD

Notting Hill Carnival, London

The Wizard of Oz Release Anniversary, 1939

National Dog Day

Labor Day

Rosh Hashanah

Queen Elizabeth I, Birth Anniversary, 1533

Art In The Garden, Washington, PA

Morton Pumpkin Festival, Morton, IL

Summerset Festival, Littleton, CO

Yom Kippur

Autumn Begins

Emmy Awards Ceremony

National Hot Mulled Cider Day

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Marimekko: Fabrics, Fashion, ArchitectureMs. Marianne Aav

An iconic Marimekko fabric is the backdrop to our Summer

Showers photo shoot. Learn more about the Finnish design

house that created it, as well as the fashions and home

furnishings they’ve created since the 1950s.

required reading

I Love You, Ronnie: The Letters of Ronald Reagan to Nancy Reagan Nancy Reagan

This issue’s “Unwrapped” features a gift from Ronald

Reagan from his wife Nancy. For more on this enduring love

story, go straight to the source, with this curated collection

of letters from the late President to his beloved wife.

Baking: From My Home to Yours Dorie Greenspan

When you write recipes for some of the greatest chefs in the

world (Pierre Hermé, Julia Child), you’re bound to write a

few books of your own. This volume from Dorie Greenspan

features some of our favorite recipes—including the World

Peace Cookies, featured in this issue.

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Wildsam Nashville Field Guide Taylor Bruce

This is more than your average travel book. Beyond where to

stay and eat, it’s packed with local lore, hand-drawn illustrations

and interviews that make it a guide worth actually reading. We

love the best-of list, and can’t wait for other cities to be added

to the set.

Petal & Twig: Seasonal Bouquets with Blossoms, Branches and Grasses from Your Garden Valerie Easton

In our DIY article, we encourage you to put flowers together

that make you happy. But for some simple inspiration, this

easy-to-follow guide is full of ideas for arrangements and

combinations that will have you wanting to take up floral

arranging as a full-time hobby.

required reading

Box World Adventures: Building Crafty Cardboard Projects Suzy Ultman

You might have to wait until this fall to get your hands on

artist Suzy Ultman’s latest project, but you can pre-order now

from Chronicle Books. (You’ll spot the Big Ben clock tower

in photos from our interview with Suzy!) Get one copy for the

kids and another for yourself—trust us.

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Amazing GraceAmazing Grace

You and Your team create classic, elegant interiors for Your clients. What do You think makes a home Welcoming for guests?

Thanks! We strive to make our clients' homes elegant, but understated…with an emphasis on understated. I think using fabrics and furniture that are comfortable and unpretentious results in a welcoming home.

What are Your favorite summertime traditions?

Gardening, boating, going to the beach with my family. I love being outdoors!

If you’re a fan of interior design, you’re likely a fan of Erika Powell. The work of her design firm, Urban Grace Interiors, has graced the pages of publications like Traditional Home, Coastal Living and Southern Living, while her blog has been a longtime favorite of design-savvy pros and amateurs alike.

Followers of her Instagram feed look to Erika for style inspiration—from home décor to her personal fashion style. We were over the moon to touch base with Erika about entertaining at home and great sources for fabulous gifts.

anY southern entertaining customs You’re particularlY fond of?

We love a good low-country shrimp boil. My husband’s family will find any excuse for us to all get together and have a shrimp boil—fresh shrimp, potatoes, corn, spicy sausage, and a side of warm crusty French bread. Yum…now I'm hungry.

do You prefer to be a guest or a hostess?

Hostess!

beach or a pool?

Beach.

picnic or bbQ?

BBQ for sure.

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cake or pie?

Both! Ha, you can’t ask a pregnant woman that question.

favorite citY in summer?

New York.

best gift You’ve received recentlY?

The girls at my office had a painting commissioned for me for Christmas. It was based on a photograph of me, (my daughter) Sloane, and our rabbit Smokey. I cried when I opened it.

Where do You find inspiration for gift giving?

From generous people. I love to hear stories of giving.

When shopping for little ones, Where do You look first?

There are two local children’s shops that I love: Little Red (in Watercolor) and Fitz & Emme (Rosemary Beach). Both have the most darling and unique children’s gifts and clothes.

Which do You like more—picking out the gift or Wrapping it?

Picking out the gift!

favorite gift You’ve given?

I gave my twin sister a trip for our 30th birthday.

anY projects this summer that readers can look forWard to?

I need to be a better blogger, it’s so hard to find time! Lots of exciting projects going on at Urban Grace, but I’m also renovating and adding on to my own home, which is really exciting! I will try to share the progress with my blog readers!

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Drawing Inspiration

A chAt with the terrificAlly tAlented Suzy ultmAn.

Photography by Brandon Jones

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We’re guessing that the first time you ever saw Suzy Ultman’s work, you smiled. Big. There’s just something about her unique and instantly recognizable style that transports us and makes us happy. We spent a morning with Suzy and asked her a few question about art, work, and why the great outdoors is so very inspirational.

WHAt InSPIrES yoU?

I’m actually most inspired by nature in the springtime—like the sound of the birds when you wake up in the morning. I love the color transition from the winter into springtime when the sky is a crisp blue, the forests are yellow green, and the trees are dotted with buds.  

ArE yoU AS HAPPy AS WE ArE tHAt It’S FInALLy SUMMEr?  

Thrilled, yes! And summer is also inspiring. I love it because I get to take vacations and explore. And I finally get to see the water. I grew up on the East Coast and lived on the West Coast, so I’m used to being close to the water. I like the travel part that summer brings.  

Any FAVorItE trAVEL SPotS?  

I enjoy traveling to Canada because I get the water and the woods. A lake house in Canada is the perfect balance of elements. And I really like having no agenda—do nothing, hang out as a family, play games and draw. That is the great thing about drawing; I can bring my sketchbook and my pen anywhere I go.  Hopefully I’ll get to Europe soon—it’s in my five-year plan. I really want to go back to Amsterdam. I lived there for three years, and it is a gem of a city. The art and design and architecture are uniquely inspiring. The windmills and flowers and canals are straight from a storybook. And the food is amazing. There’s

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I was a graphic designer for 20 years before I became an illustrator. As a graphic designer, you need to be a chameleon, changing to what the clients want for each project. now clients are coming to me because they want me. Most of the time, the project direction is something like, “We need a poster for boys, what do you think?” Then, I get to come up with my own concept. I just get to be me and do what I do best. That’s the fun part. 

IF yoU WErEn’t DoInG tHIS, HoW ELSE WoULD yoU BE CrEAtIVE?  

I love to bake, and I love to sew. I am constantly creating; it’s just who I am. I am really happy being in the process of creating. Even chalk drawing in the driveway—just that I’m out there doing it is enjoyable for me. The thing about illustrating is that a drawing is never really finished in my head—there is always something more I could do with it. But with a baking or

nothing like eating a Kaas toastie under a tree by a breezy canal.

It SoUnDS LIKE yoU LoVE tHE oUtDoorS. IS tHAt yoUr FAVorItE SUBJECt MAttEr? 

yes, I draw a lot from nature. I like to spend as much time as I can outside and walking in the woods. I am a big fan of Highbanks Park [here in Columbus], and I do a lot of bird watching. So I draw a lot of trees and animals. Bringing it back to travel, I do like drawing things that talk about a journey, and I like to draw the places that I love. (Portland and Europe come into my mind a lot!)

WHAt'S tHE BESt PArt oF BEInG CrEAtIVE For A LIVInG? 

That I get paid to be me, every day. It is a privilege; I don’t take it for granted at all.  

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sewing project, it is something that I can finish. It is very rewarding to bake a cake and serve it to my loved ones.  yoUr WorK HAS BEEn trAnSLAtED In MAny WAyS—PAPEr, FABrIC, AnD EVEn tHrEE-DIMEnSIonAL DoLLS. WHAt MEDIA Do yoU tHInK BESt BrInGS yoUr StyLE to LIFE? 

The dolls have been really exciting for me because I grew up making my own dolls, so to be able to work with a client who had factories and patterns to make three-dimensional objects was super exciting.   I also have a new book coming out in november called Box World. It is all about upcycling boxes into different city icons. I came up with the idea because I order so much online, and have these stacks and stacks of boxes, and I wanted to find

a way to reuse them. to be able to do a project that talks about upcycling was really fun and rewarding.   BACK to tHE SEASon UPon US! noW tHAt It’S SUMMEr, WHAt oUtDoor ACtIVItIES ArE yoU ExCItED ABoUt? We do a lot of picnics. We throw down the blanket or set up the tent in the back yard and just hang out. We also like to go to the drive-in movies a lot. We play tag—and more recently dodgeball, which has been interesting.   We also do something called the Staying Party. For a while we were moving about every two years, and we wanted to celebrate staying in one place and putting down roots. now, when we hit June we mark the occasion with a party.  Summer birthdays are also a big deal. Everyone gets a piñata for their birthday. It’s not just the

“My new book, Box World, will be out in November, and I couldn’t be more excited to share it with everyone.” 

“I am an extremely organized person, and my inspiration board shows it!”

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kids who get to whack a paper mache critter. I make really good piñatas for adults, too. And of course, I always make a cake.   WHAt tyPES oF GIFtS Do yoU LIKE to rECEIVE? 

For my birthday and Mother’s Day I get the same thing—the kids make me cards, I get to sleep in and I get to pick what we do for the day. I love that experience.  WHAt MAKES A GrEAt GIFt? 

When it comes to giving gifts, you have to pay attention to the people you care about. I usually have a running list for people in my life, and I try

to get them things that they would not get for themselves. I have to say that since I have started illustrating, I do put a lot of thought into art as gifts. I search for new artists and support the artist community. I think that’s important, and I think the person receiving the art appreciates it too.

FInD SUzy!

you can purchase Suzy’s work through her Etsy Shop, Chronicle Books, Amazon and Land of nod.

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ast August, our beloved Creative Director, Katie, married her college

sweetheart, Derek, in a sunny ceremony near downtown Columbus.

The outdoor wedding of her dreams didn’t come without risks—if you’re

familiar with unpredictable Midwest summers, you know what we mean.

We asked Katie to share a bit about the details of the big day, and making

plans in case of an uninvited guest—bad weather.

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Was there a special reason you wanted to get

married in the summertime?

We knew we wanted to get married in the summer—

well, I knew I wanted to get married in the summer.

Derek didn’t care. Anytime I ever imagined my

wedding, it was outside; that’s why I wanted a

summer wedding. And that’s why in February

when we got engaged, I said, “Well, we’re either

waiting a year and a half…or we’re doing this!” So

that sped things up.

How did you choose the location?

It was back in February, and we looked at a few

places. We got to the Taylor Mansion, and even in

February it looked amazing. It’s this great mid-

nineteenth century home, and we thought, “This

could be really beautiful in the summer.” It took a

little bit of vision because a lot of the plants were

dead, and it was snowy, but we got to see photos

of the property in-season, so we were confident it

would look great. Even better, we knew we wanted

the wedding and reception at the same place, and

this had the indoor/outdoor options.

Why were you drawn to yellow as a wedding

color?

It’s bright and cheery and summery and we knew

that we wanted gray—we’re kind of obsessed with

gray—so it went well.

But you didn’t go with yellow for the

bridesmaids’ dresses. How did you get

that great variety of styles?

I know that when I am in weddings, it’s pretty

frustrating to make one style of dress work for

everyone—not just the different body types

but also the different price points people are

comfortable with. So I told my bridesmaids, “Pick

out a gray dress!” Some of the girls were definitely

on board, and others were very cautious and sent

me pictures to make sure I was okay with it. And I

would have to say, “I am dead serious. Whatever

you want to wear. Long, short…just go for it.” In

the end, everyone looked absolutely beautiful, and

now they have dresses they’re happy to wear again.

Because you and Derek are both designers,

were there any design battles?

A little bit. It ended up being Derek who was a

little more picky about the details than I was. I got

overwhelmed with all of the things that needed

to happen, but he was a stickler for doing it right.

Something like the design of the invitations was

important to both of us because it reflects what

we do for a living.

Your invitations were amazing. Which of you

designed them?

It was supposed to be just Derek’s job, but he

was taking his good old time with it, so I jumped in

and art directed. I did the illustrations of the Short

North Arch and the Taylor Mansion, but he did

most of the design on it.

The writing was fantastic. Who did that?

That was all Derek.

Having signature cocktails instead of a full

bar was genius. Was it hard to pick one?

We had never even heard of the idea of just serving

signature drinks, but at our friends Matt + Bethany’s

wedding we noticed it and thought it was so

smart. It limits the bar, but you still have elements

of a bar. So if people wanted champagne, we had

champagne. If they wanted gin, we had gin. But it

was much simpler. My drink was actually Bethany’s

signature drink. I tried it and loved it. I texted her

beforehand, saying, “I’m stealing your drink—I

hope you don’t care!” (She didn’t mind.)

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Did Derek have to narrow it down?

He went out and bought some supplies and

experimented with a few options. I wasn't a fan

of the one he picked, but I’m glad that we had

different tastes to choose from.

Was there a contingency plan if it had been

pouring that day?

Yes. We were going to have people sit at their

tables for the reception, and we would have gotten

married under the tent. The tent had sides they

could have put up in case of a driving rain. The

Taylor Mansion folks talked with us beforehand

about everything, which was great. We had a

practice the night before—once outside and then

once under the tent. It was nice to have both

options and not have to worry about it.

Tell us about the food.

Um…we went to a tasting a few weeks beforehand.

I honestly forget what we had. There was some

kind of chicken…and roast beef? The location had

a menu, and we just picked from it. It was easy.

I guess that goes to show that you should only

focus on enjoying the day; you forget the stuff that

doesn’t matter.

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Probably another plus for an outdoor location—

you barely had to do anything to decorate.

We hardly did anything at all, other than centerpieces

on the tables. For the centerpieces, we had flowers

and lemons on alternating tables. And then we

had jars of candies—lemonheads and mints—and

some candles. The cake stands we used were

actually something I made for a bridal shower a

few years ago. I went to thrift stores and bought

pretty plates and glasses and used some clear

epoxy—so easy. It made for a very inexpensive but

collected look.

Anything else you handcrafted?

I made the flower girl baskets from some heavy-

weight paper I had at home, with some yellow

ribbons for the handles. Instead of buying seven

baskets, I could use materials I already had.

Did you use Pinterest when planning?

I didn’t want to spoil any details! Now they have

secret boards, which are awesome, but at the

time, that wasn’t an option. So, I kept folders on

my computer. I wanted there to be a few fun

surprises for everyone.

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1) Don’t obsess over the weather. Think

about what you’ll do if the weather turns bad, but

then let it go. It’s really easy to get caught up for

months in advance about a forecast that won’t be

accurate until a couple of days before. If you have

a contingency plan, you’ll be covered, rain or shine.

2) There will be bugs. We heard of some people

getting bug bites, which hadn’t even crossed our

minds when we were planning. So think about

having some subtly placed sprays or lotions for

your guests—even sunscreen packets. It’s the little

things that will keep everyone comfortable and

focused on having fun.

3) Dress for summer. I did not consider how

warm my dress was going to be in the summer.

It was sleeveless, but it was heavy! I picked it out

when it was still winter, and then about two weeks

before the wedding, it hit me—I’m going to be

wearing this outside at the end of August, and it’s

about ten pounds of fabric. I loved my dress, but

it's something I wish I had thought about.

4) Hope for sun, be prepared for showers.

Pick a location with a built-in Plan B. The stress

of not having to react if the forecast looks bad

is worth it. It’s a total luck of the draw with

the weather.

Tips From The oTher side oF The WeddingSay “I Do” to an outdoor wedding with these helpful hints.

Looking for the perfect gift? Consider starting a collection for a loved one.

It means you’ll never be out of ideas, and they’ll look forward to every gifting

occasion. This season, we’ve picked a few collections that are personal

and some that are quintessentially summer.

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Curated Collection

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ScarvesWe’re suckers for bold patterns. If you know

someone who needs a little excitement in their lives, think about giving them

some fashionable art. Bright vintage scarves, like these from Vera Neumann,

can be given loose, framed, or stitched together as throw pillows.

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Revere Bowls In the 1700s, the founding fathers

commissioned silversmith Paul Revere to create a gift for the House of

Representatives to thank them for their support. The classic “Revere Bowl” is still

crafted today—some in all silver (like the original), and others with brightly colored

liners. Displayed together or used every day, one cannot have too many.

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Scouting Badges Have a friend who’s a culinary

connoisseur? Or a crafting queen? Look for scouting badges that reflect the recipient’s

interests, then stitch them to a wearable canvas—a jacket, baseball hat or t-shirt. Their

personalized flair collection can grow over time.

Mini Bar We are completely intoxicated by this

idea. Bringing a bottle of wine to a gathering is polite, but not very original.

Instead, collect tiny bottles of spirits and group them on a serving tray for

single-serve libations. You can add to the collection by giving just the right

combinations for favorite drinks.

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Photography by Lisa Linder

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no 11 Pimlico road

WHAt MAKES tHE PIMLICo/CHELSEA nEIGHBorHooD A PErFECt FIt For An ALL-DAy EAtEry?

Pimlico and Chelsea have a vibrant feel to them, where the people come together as one community. our all-day eatery hopes to become a focal point for that—a meeting place for people where they will feel relaxed and comfortable.  It’s also a great chance for us to reflect the passion for design in the local area with similar detail in our own design, showcasing to people from further afield a snapshot of what Pimlico is all about!

WHAt IS tHE InSPIrAtIon BEHInD tHE DéCor?

Pimlico, London has great antiques shops, some with wonderful mid-century classics, giving it a

LonDon’S StyLISH nEW DInInG DEStInAtIon

contemporary feel. That gives the area a mood, and we have been inspired by that mood rather than picking a theme and following it. We have also remembered the heritage of the building, so restoring the fenestration has been key to make it more in keeping with the local vernacular. other key considerations have been comfort and interest as well as sourcing bespoke pieces of furniture for people to enjoy in the space whilst eating and drinking.

Any SUrPrISES on tHE MEnU, or DISHES yoU’rE PArtICULArLy ExCItED to HAVE PEoPLE tAStE?

our menus are focused on fresh, scratch-cooked, great value food and delightful drinks from a morning coffee and breakfast to dinner and a nightcap (and everything in between). From the menu tastings there are so many varying dishes I

5 qUEStIonS For

Pimlico, London is obviously one of our favorite neighborhoods—from picking out flowers from Wild at Heart, to wanting to buy everything at Mungo & Maud for our pugs back home. So when we found out that a new eatery was opening at the old Ebury location, we couldn’t wait to hear all about it.

We posed a few questions for Mel Marriott, MD of Darwin & Wallace, to get the details on the new dining destination—no. 11 Pimlico road.

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“Our all-day eatery hopes to become a focal point for

that—a meeting place for people where they will feel relaxed and comfortable. ” 

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am excited to share, and we offer different dishes for different moods and times of day. Kicking off with brunch, we have a delicious breakfast bruschetta. other highlights include our rib eye, and little lemon puds are delicious—a moist sponge cake with oozing lemon curd underneath. But in general I’m just excited to hear people’s reactions to our menu.

IS tHErE A SIGnAtUrE CoCKtAIL, or onE tHAt EVEryonE SIMPLy HAS to try?

Martini no. 11 —a cocktail created for us using 11 secret ingredients!

WHAt tHrEE WorDS WoULD yoU USE to DESCrIBE no. 11 PIMLICo roAD?

Perfect Backdrop (for) Socializing 

Planning a visit? Check out no11pimlicoroad.co.uk and follow them on Twitter @no11pimlicoroad.

In The neIghbOrhOOdWhile you’re in the area, check out a few of our favorite shops.

The Conran Shop: Unique décor items, from furniture and lighting to books and textiles. If time permits, stop by the flower shop and pick out a lovely bouquet.

Mungo & Maud: The cutest gifts for your furry friend—from charming squeaky toys to practically perfect collars and treats. We can't resist a stop in whenever we’re in town.

Daylesford Organic: Full from your meal at no. 11? Stock up on some fresh-from-the-farm groceries for later.

Howe: Stunning furniture and décor. We could spend hours with the lighting selections alone.

Potterton Books: Get lost in this small but mighty shop. Amongst the volumes, you might even find a bit of art to add to your gallery.

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SmArt CookiesSimply Superb confectionS from A dynAmic duo.

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here’s something perfect about a cookie. They’re

ideal for sharing (or not), they don’t require utensils,

and they remind us of a simpler time when anything

could be fixed with a warm, homemade treat. When

we discovered New York’s Beurre & Sel, we knew

we had found a new favorite.

We spoke with founder and author Dorie

Greenspan and her son, co-founder Josh, about

the inspiration behind Beurre & Sel and what

makes their tiny shop such a treasure.

You explain on your website how making

cookies is a way of making memories. What

made you decide to share your memories

with the world?

dorie: For years, I’d been sharing memories

and discoveries—as well as recipes—in my

cookbooks, and so it was a logical jump to start

sharing them in our shops. When you’ve got

something you love, something that makes you

happy, I think it’s only natural to want to share it

and make other people happy, too. Besides, Josh

really wanted to start a shop, and what mother

would give up the chance to work with her son?

With Dorie’s history of baking, were

after-school cookies a given for Josh as a

kid? If so, what were some early favorites?

dorie: I baked cakes and breads and pies and tarts

and a million different kinds of cookies all through

Josh’s childhood, so there were always after-school

treats—lots of chocolate chip cookies (I hand-

chopped great chocolate to make the chips), lots

of brownies and later World Peace Cookies.

Josh: At some point, when I was older, ‘after-school’

treats became ‘after-hours’ treats. I worked at [Upper

East Side restaurant] Daniel and then, when my shift

was over, I’d go to work at a nightclub and I always

brought cookies with me that my mom and I had

baked together. World Peace was our cookie.

After the pop-up Cookie Bar venture, what

made you decide to take the leap and start

Beurre & Sel as a permanent shop?

dorie: The pop-up shops were always meant to

be the stepping stones to a permanent place, but

it took us a few years to figure it all out—we’re a

family of late bloomers. But once we got the word

that we had space in two New York City markets,

‘late’ was a word we never used again. We got the

bakery and boutique up and running in a couple

of months (thanks to Michael—husband, father

and all-around Gepetto, who stepped in when the

contractors stepped out; this is truly a family biz)

and we launched our website with online ordering

just a few weeks later.

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surprises: When you’ve got a good cookie, one

with great flavor and texture, each bite is different.

What inspired the clear cookie stack packaging?

Josh: I work on all the design stuff. We had these

perfectly shaped cookies that stacked beautifully,

and when I was looking for packaging, all I kept

seeing were boxes and bags and solid cylinders

that hid our great-looking cookies. And then I

came across clear plastic tubes that were just the

right size for our cookies…they were designed to

hold golf balls! They didn’t work for us, but they gave

me a starting point and I poked around from there.

Is there a summer cookie recipe you could

share with our readers?

dorie: Our World Peace Cookies, along with

Sablés, is Beurre & Sel’s most popular cookie

and the cookie that Josh and I baked together

for years. It’s a dark, dark chocolate cookie with

chunks of bittersweet chocolate (we use Valrhona

Chocolate Noir) and a 1/2 teaspoonful of our

beloved fleur de sel. At Beurre & Sel, we make

these in our signature metal baking rings, but at

home you can make these as slice-and-bakes.

The recipe was given to me years ago by Pierre

Hermé, France’s most famous pastry chef, and

was re-named by a neighbor of ours who said,

“If everyone could have these cookies, there

would be peace throughout the world.” When I

published this recipe in my book, Baking From

My Home to Yours, of course I called them World

Peace Cookies.

Any new flavors we can look forward to

this summer?

dorie: I’m working on so many new cookies!

I recently created a tea and berry cookie—it's a

sister cookie to our Classic Jammer; a lavender

sable; and a terrific cookie which, although it's

part of our Cocktail Collection (cookies meant to

be paired with wine and champagne), is perfect

with craft beer.

What is it about French sea salt that makes it

the ideal ingredient for your cookies?

dorie: I love salt in cookies because it intensifies

the flavor of all the other ingredients and makes

them linger longer. And while I use fine-grained

French sea salt, and finish our Cocoa-Cayenne

Cocktail Cookies with Maldon Sea Salt, I’m in love

with fleur de sel, a sea salt from Guérande, on

France’s Brittany coast, where it is harvested by

hand. Fleur de sel’s crystals are moist, coarse and

crunchy and they maintain their texture even after

the cookie is baked. Also, and best of all, the flavor

of fleur de sel is fresh and clean and almost more

minerally than salty.

We’d never ask you to pick a favorite, but

what cookie is the perfect introduction to the

Beurre & Sel assortment?

dorie: Merci for not asking me to pick a fave.

In many ways, what might be thought of as our

simplest cookie is the cookie that best captures

our style: The French Vanilla Sablé. Sablé means

sandy in French, and it’s a way to describe the

texture of a perfect shortbread. Our sablé is made

with butter, butter and more butter, more than a

pinch of French sea salt—of course—and a crush

of Madagascar and Tahitian vanilla beans. The

cookie, finished with sparkling white sanding sugar,

is toasty brown and crispy around the edges and

golden brown and a just this side of cakey in the

center. It’s got all the characteristics of a Beurre &

Sel cookie: memorable flavor, interesting texture and

our signature sleek look.

No one turns down cookies as a gift (at least

no one we’ve met). Why do you think that is?

dorie: Cookies make the perfect gift for so many

reasons: No matter how chic the cookie might

be, getting a cookie always makes you feel like a

very well-loved child; cookies are a treat, a small

indulgence—just the right size for after a meal,

after work or after midnight. And cookies offer

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World Peace CookiesAdapted from Baking From My Home to Yours, by Dorie Greenspan (Houghton, Mifflin, Harcourt; 2006)Makes about 36 cookies

ingredienTs

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

1/3 cup cocoa powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1 stick plus 3 tablespoons (11 tablespoons; 5 1/2 ounces) unsalted butter, at room temperature

2/3 cup (packed) light brown sugar

1/4 cup sugar

1/2 teaspoon fleur de sel or 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

5 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped into chip-size bits (or an equal amount of store-bought chocolate mini-chips)

insTrucTions: Sift the flour, cocoa and baking soda together and keep close at hand.

Working in the bowl of a mixer fitted with the

paddle attachment, if you have one, beat the butter

on medium speed until it is soft and creamy. (If

you’d like, you can make the dough by hand using

a rubber spatula or wooden spoon.) Add both

sugars, the salt and the vanilla extract and beat for

2 minutes more.

Turn off the mixer, pour in the flour and cocoa,

and pulse the mixer several times, pulsing at low

speed for a second or two each time. When you

no longer fear flying flour, turn the mixer to low and

mix just until the flour disappears into the dough;

the dough might look a little crumbly. Toss in the

chocolate pieces and mix to incorporate.

Turn the dough out onto a smooth work surface,

divide it in half, gather it together and, working with

one half at a time, shape the dough into a log that

is 1 1/2 inches in diameter (the logs will be about 9

inches long). Wrap the logs in plastic wrap and chill

them for at least 3 hours for up to 3 days.

geTTing ready To bake: Center a rack in

the oven and preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.

Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or

silicone baking mats.

Working with a sharp thin-bladed knife, slice rounds

that are 1/2–inch thick. (The rounds often crack

as you’re cutting them—don’t be concerned, just

squeeze the bits back onto the cookie.) Arrange the

rounds on the baking sheets, leaving about 1 inch of

spread space between each round, and slide one of

the sheets into the oven. Bake the cookies for 11 to

12 minutes (not longer!—they won’t look done nor

will they be firm, but that’s just the way they should

be. Transfer the baking sheet to a cooling rack and

let the cookies rest until they are only just warm, at

which point you can serve them or let them reach

room temperature.

Repeat with the second sheet of cookies.

serving: The cookies can be eaten when they are

warm or at room temperature —I prefer them at room

temperature, when the textural difference between the

crumbly cookie and the chocolate bits is greatest—

and are best suited to cold milk or hot coffee.

sToring: The dough can be made ahead and

either chilled or frozen. In fact, if you’ve frozen the

dough, you needn’t defrost it before baking—just

slice the logs into cookies and bake the cookies 1

minute longer. Packed airtight, baked cookies will

keep at room temperature for up to 3 days; they

can be frozen for up to 2 months.

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ith our favorite Duchess expecting, we thought it only fitting to host a shower. We started with a bright

palette, and collected some bold accessories to set the table. So bring the outdoors in and prepare for a

sunny summery soirée.

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SUMMERSHOWERSA classic celebration, fit for a queen.

Photography by Brandon Jones

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Aside from some of the paper items, there’s not a lot on our spread that’s overtly “baby.” But we did sneak in a vintage baby scale. It doubles as a great beverage serving station.

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tray to plant wheatgrass, and in ten days we had a

natural, textural element. We also gathered some

flowering branches to add height and a bit of

drama to the setting.

Aside from some of the paper items, there’s not

a lot on our spread that’s overtly “baby.” But we

did sneak in a vintage baby scale. It doubles as a

great beverage serving station.

And when it came to favors, we opted for simple

jars filled with homemade lemon curd—a sweet

way for guests to remember the day (and “spread

the love").

TheFoodThink small! Have you ever noticed that women

don’t eat a lot in front of other women? There’s a

ThecoLorsBaby showers don’t have to be all pink and blue. In

fact, the brighter the better! Summer is the perfect

time to use flora as a starting point and take a cue

or two from Mother Nature. Greens and yellows

say cheer, joy and life to us. We took a piece of

Marimekko Unikko fabric, stretched it across a

wooden frame, and used it as inspiration.

Once we had our backdrop, it was feeling a bit

retro. So we leveraged that feeling in a few other

soft pieces (those napkins!) and with the daisy motif

on the paper goods.

TheseT-upFlowers are a must for any gathering, but think

outside the vase. We used an inexpensive boot

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lot of cutting things in half and “oh, no, I couldn’t

have another.” And while we’re usually the first

ones to make our way to any buffet, we’re

respectful of those who are shy when it comes to

feasting. So, while it might be tempting to order a

tray of this or a bucket of that, you may wind up

with a lot of leftovers.

We assembled lots of small bites—savory and

sweet (but mostly sweet)—and made finger foods

our top priority. We love the mango and avocado

salads (so color-appropriate), served in tiny glass

bowls. Cucumber tea sandwiches are perfect for

an afternoon gathering, and cones of white cheddar

popcorn are easy for guests to carry around.

For dessert, green and white cookies were fun to

make, while we used store-bought pound cake to

create super-easy petit fours. Pandan essence—

used in Southeast Asian cooking—added a light,

almost nutty flavor and great green color to our

meringues.

TheeXTrasTraditional baby shower games can feel forced, so

we kept it simple. We designed “seen and heard”

bingo cards for guests to track—some funny

(stork), some sentimental (tears of joy).

For a gender-guessing game, we made bowties

from some fabric scraps and tossed them in a jar.

Guests could pin one to their tops if they thought

the baby was a boy, or wear one in their hair if they

guessed girl. Nice and simple—and it left plenty of

time for present opening!

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THE TOASTED OAT A new brAnd of gluten-free goodness.

ntrepreneur Erika Boll left a career in retail to launch an exciting new brand all her own. She shared her story —and her struggle to find delicious snacks she could trust.

Can you tell us a bit about your gluten-free journey?I was diagnosed with celiac disease six years ago. I had battled "stomach stress" since my early 20s, and had seen numerous doctors—all told me to do more yoga and stress less. I knew it was more, and at a certain point I was unable to ignore the signs. I dropped 20 pounds in a short period of time, and began having blackouts and heart arrhythmia. Scary stuff! My mom was actually the one who figured it out. She pored over websites comparing my symptoms to multiple disorders. She pressured doctors to test me, and wouldn't take no for an answer.

now I'm a veteran—I can pack food like no other. It is a way of life, and it impacts every minute of every day. There is not a time I walk out my door without thinking, "Where am I going, how long will I be gone, how much food should I put in my portable cooler?" I’m like a squirrel, I have snacks hidden everywhere—car console, cosmetic bag, work drawers—you name it. If you have allergies and you have ever been somewhere and felt like you were starving to death, or worse—gotten sick—you know. That is my inspiration and undying passion for this brand.

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What’s the perfect way to enjoy Toasted Oat in the summer?I have to say, it is to die for on ice cream! The salty-sweet combinations of all the flavors mixed with the creamy yumminess of summer's best treat—how can you go wrong? A personal favorite is Dulche de Leche ice cream topped with no. 2 White Chocolate + Macadamia. Delish!

Where can we find The Toasted Oat?We’re sold locally in Columbus, ohio, at The Hills Market Worthington and Downtown, raisin rack in Westerville, and Celebrate Local at Easton town Center. Later in the summer we’ll be at Whole Foods in Dublin, and hopefully expanding to additional Whole Foods locations regionally, then launching online ordering within the year.

Any big plans for the summer and fall we can look forward to?My summer is going to be chock-full of fun retail events, tastings and contests. I plan to keep everyone posted on where the excitement will be via The toasted oat social media outlets. I am looking forward to sharing our products with as many mouths as I can feed. Hope to see everyone there!

If everything goes as planned, we’ll launch online ordering sometime this fall—just in time for holiday gifts and goodies.

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What makes The Toasted Oat Granola so unique?This granola is like nothing on the market in this category. It is soft and chewy, and is great combined with other foods or eaten straight out of the can—which most admit they can finish in one sitting. I have had so many people tell me they never eat granola, but this is one of the best things they have ever tasted. Imagine a crumbled up oatmeal cookie...it's that, only better, because it packs a nutritional punch that keeps you satiated.

How did you go about selecting your first four flavor combinations?Each of the four launch flavors began with family favorite ingredients. no. 1, Peanut + raisin, was the original recipe passed down by my grandmother, Margaret, which is why it just had to be #1. The remaining three were inspired by my two favorite men—my dad and my husband, and of course, I had to get my top choice in as well. My dad will eat cashews by the truckload, and my husband's favorite cookie is white chocolate macadamia...and I will eat nearly anything with blueberries in it.

Which flavor best matches your personality?As I mentioned, blueberries are my absolute favorite; I go through about 4-6 pints per week at home. So naturally, no. 3 Blueberry + Flax is my favorite, no.1 Peanut + raisin is a close runner-up. In addition to my celiac, I have battled nut allergies off and on throughout my life, so I try to limit my nut consumption where I can. I kept nuts out of the recipe for the same reason. I won’t claim it is nut-free for those who have nut allergies, as it is produced using the same equipment as the other flavors, but for those like me, it’s a great choice.

Hungry? Check out The toasted oat for news and product information.

www.thetoastedoat.comThe toasted oat on Facebook@thetoastedoat on twitter

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What inspires your creativity? Is it a letterpress calendar hanging above your desk?

An ever-expanding book collection?We posed the question to some of our favorite artists and bloggers to get a snapshot of their work spaces. Sometimes seeing what inspires others

unleashes a burst of creativity in ourselves. So let’s take a look!

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A peek atAllison's space

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Casey LukatzThe items found on my desk are a mix of current inspiration and just plain bits of happy. Pink is used in my logo color and website and can be found splashed throughout my office. It's the color that pops into my wardrobe around May—oh how I love coral in the summer. oPI's Cajun Shrimp can be found on my toes all summer long.

The items from my personal collection are: my Casey Barbie, given to me by a friend—I've

always wanted her! The "Lukatz" sign my grandfather made, and it was used as the mailbox plate at my dad's childhood home. My bright pink portfolio sits in the background, waiting for its next call out the door.

FroM My LIBrAryIsabel toledo, Roots of Style: I love her and her husband’s love story and the fact that they continue to inspire each other. Her husband,

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ruben toledo, is one of my favorite artists. He sketches all of her designs—she describes and he draws it, such an amazing creative connection.

Grace Coddington, Grace, A Memoir: Creative Director at Vogue, she has such an amazing story! I'm still reading, but finding myself paging ahead just to get a glimpse of her wonderful illustrations throughout the book.

FAVorItE SUMMEr DEtAILSunshine and all that comes with it: long days and warm nights, sundresses, sandals, pedicures and being poolside.

Casey Lukatz Casey is an illustrator living in Chicago. She draws life as she sees it: happy, fun and full of style and whimsy.

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FroM tHE DESK oF

Patterson MakerIf you’ve followed my tumblr for any length of time, you’re familiar with my love of “pretty stuff.” If I am not careful, I will wind up old and gray and living in a house that lacks important items like sofas and beds, but is filled to the brim with girly little things I’ve collected along the way. It is this “pretty stuff ” that inspires me every day.

A lot of my personal style is infused with a vintage flair. I’m inspired by chic, classic looks and objects from a time gone by. My “workspace” reflects this, as you’ll find my personal style icon, Jackie, gracing the cover of my favorite coffee table book, vintage brooches, a crystal perfume bottle, and antique dishes I stole from my mother.

I also pull inspiration from the landscapes, florals, and natural delights that go hand in hand with summer. From delicate feathers and coral, a peony-scented candle, or the sea glass I grew up collecting on the beach in Massachusetts, I love to be surrounded by it all. The little brochure with a photo of a packet of peanut butter? MAnA nutrition, the non-profit organization I work for in north Carolina, inspires me every day. We make therapeutic food for malnourished children and we send it all over the world, saving kids one packet a time.

FAVorItE SUMMEr DEtAILMy family's annual trip to Westport Harbor, MA. It is the most special place in the world to me and holds all the magic of summer. 

Patterson Maker Patterson Maker is a southern girl working for MAnA nutrition, who has a love for collecting “pretty stuff.”

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Vivienne StraussAll of these objects are in my personal collection, most of them gifts from my husband, and the scarf from a dear friend.  

Included here: the background is a beautiful silk scarf from Italy, a tiny glass bead evening bag from the Czech republic, jet bead necklace, vintage broach, a 1920s paper doll, a

photograph of a young ballerina, a bisque doll made in Japan, a 1931 ping pong medal from romania and a white feather found on a walk. 

InSPIrAtIonI think the title from one of my previous paintings sums up fairly well what inspires me: She seemed trapped in a constant state of nostalgia.

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Vivienne StraussVivienne Strauss is a painter who lives in Peterborough, nh, with her husband, artist Matte Stephens, their dog and four cats.  

Ephemera from the past provide me—directly and indirectly—with endless inspiration.  It is the feeling of these lovely old things that I try to capture in my work.

FAVorItE SUMMEr DEtAILLush greens!  (That and being warm, being able to canoe, hike, etc.) I'm going on because it was a really long, hard winter this year.

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Outdoor movies are the perfect way to celebrate summer! Plan an afternoon of games and cap it off with a big-screen feature and snacks. We turned to

food blogger and stylist Betsy Haley to create a concession stand that will have guests begging for an encore.

The LateShow

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The Food

Keep it simple! We can’t stress it enough. Movies

should be after-dinner affairs, and movie snacks

should serve as sweet-and-salty desserts. If you

really want to serve up something substantial,

add in a low-stress pizza. Betsy collected some

amazing twists on movie confections that are the

perfect things to nibble on in-between action scenes.

The seTTing

If our food is a study in simplicity, then the setting

is all about casual, collected comfort. We took

a cue from our big-screen feature—Moonrise

Kingdom—and went for “summer-camp chic.”

With events like cornhole (bean bag toss for

you non-Midwesterners), canoe rides and table

tennis, there was a lot to do before the opening

credits rolled.

For seating, think about your crowd of guests.

If having seats with backs is important, you can

mix and match lawn chairs for an eclectic feel.

Even better? Have guests bring their own. For

our gathering, we had young folks and small

kids, so we set out vintage blankets and all the

throw pillows we could find. Then we stretched a

tarp from IKEA between two sturdy trees for an

instant movie screen.

We created some fun signs to point the way for

each activity so our guests didn’t miss out on

the fun. Our favorite part? Having 5x7 popcorn

graphics created, then running white bags

through the printer. It was a small detail that got

a lot of attention. Have fun playing off your movie

theme—it can inspire your food, your activities,

even your color palette.

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Maple Bacon Popcorn Mixadapted from Popcorn.org

ingredienTs

8 cups popped popcorn

6 slices thick-cut bacon

¼ cup pure maple syrup

8 cups popped popcorn

²∕³ cup pecan halves, coarsely chopped

²∕³ cup dried cranberries

2 tablespoons butter or margarine

¼ teaspoon coarse ground black pepper

¼ teaspoon maple extract

insTrucTions

Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a jellyroll pan with foil

and place a wire rack in the pan. Arrange bacon

in single layer on rack. Bake 15 minutes or until

ends of bacon start to curl.

Remove and reserve 2 tablespoons of the bacon

drippings. Brush bacon with 2 tablespoons of

maple syrup; bake 15 minutes or until browned.

Cool then coarsely chop bacon.

Combine popcorn, pecans and cranberries

in large bowl.

Combine butter, black pepper, maple extract,

remaining 2 tablespoons maple syrup and

reserved bacon drippings. Cook over low heat

until butter is melted. Drizzle over popcorn

mixture and mix thoroughly.

Spread popcorn mixture in jellyroll or roasting

pan. Bake 5 minutes. Toss in bacon pieces.

Serve warm.

Sriracha Popcorn ingredienTs

½ cup un-popped popcorn kernels

2 tablespoons butter, melted

2 tablespoons sriracha hot sauce

insTrucTions

Whisk Sriracha and butter together until

well blended.

Pop popcorn using preferred method.

Drizzle the butter mixture over the popped

kernels and enjoy!

noTes From beTsy

Popcorn is one of my all-time favorite foods, and you absolutely cannot have a movie night without this crunchy snack. As much as I love the classic butter and salt version, sometimes it’s fun to switch it up a bit. Try adding spicy Sriracha sauce, or try a sweet and savory version with maple and bacon. I’m willing to bet it won’t last long.

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Prosciutto Chips with Whipped Feta DipingredienTs

prosciutto

cooking spray

insTrucTions

Heat oven to 400°F degrees.

Cover a baking sheet with parchment paper, then

spray with cooking spray. Lay prosciutto slices

out so they are not touching each other.

Bake 10-12 minutes, until crisp.

noTes From beTsy

Party food doesn’t get any easier than chips and dips. Skip the standard store-bought varieties and whip up these easier-than-they-sound varieties. To really “wow” your friends, make some crispy prosciutto chips for dipping!

For the dip:

ingredienTs

6 oz. feta cheese

3 tablespoons plain greek yogurt

1 large handful fresh parsley, chopped

1 large handful fresh mint, chopped

3 tablespoons olive oil

Fresh ground pepper

insTrucTions

Mix feta, Greek yogurt, parsley and mint in a

food processer. Pulse until ingredients begin

to combine. Add in olive oil, one tablespoon at

a time, until dip reaches desired consistency.

Season with fresh ground pepper.

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Sun-Dried Tomato and Artichoke DipingredienTs

1 box (9 ounces) frozen artichokes, thawed and chopped

½ cup feta, crumbled

1 garlic clove

2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed),

chopped, plus more for garnish

¼ cup pine nuts, toasted

½ cup basil leaves, torn

coarse salt and ground pepper

insTrucTions

In the bowl of a food processor, combine ½ cup

artichokes, ¼ cup feta, garlic, lemon juice, and

2 teaspoons water; puree until smooth.

In a medium bowl, combine tomatoes, pine

nuts, basil, remaining chopped artichokes,

remaining ¼ cup feta, and reserved artichoke

puree; season with salt and pepper.

Garnish with sun-dried tomatoes, if desired,

and serve on baguette slices. Store in an airtight

container and refrigerate for up to three days.

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Grilled PizzaingredienTs

2 portobello mushroom caps

1 tablespoon chopped garlic

1 large red bell pepper, cut into ½-inch strips 

1 medium zucchini, cut diagonally into

½-inch-thick slices

1 red onion, cut into ½-inch wedges (rootend intact)

5 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 

¼ teaspoon kosher salt

¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

cooking spray

8 ounces refrigerated fresh pizza dough

4 ounces shredded fontina cheese (1 cup)

¼ cup thinly sliced fresh basil leaves 

½ teaspoon crushed red pepper

insTrucTions

Preheat grill to high heat.

Remove brown gills from undersides of

mushrooms with a spoon; discard. Combine

mushrooms, garlic, bell pepper, zucchini, onion,

and oil in a bowl; toss to coat. Sprinkle with salt

and pepper.

Arrange vegetables on grill rack coated with

cooking spray; grill 8 minutes or just until tender.

Slice mushrooms.

Roll dough into a 12-inch oval on a lightly floured

surface. Place dough on grill rack; grill 2 minutes

on each side or until lightly browned.

Sprinkle cheese over dough, leaving a ½-inch

border around edges. Arrange vegetable mixture

over cheese. Grill pizza for 3 minutes or until

cheese melts.

Sprinkle pizza with basil leaves and red pepper;

cut into 8 slices.

noTes From beTsy

For the main event, fire up the grill and make some pizza! Grilling pizza could not be simpler. You can have your guests each create their own personal versions, or make a couple full-size pizzas for the group to share.

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Coconut Rum Trufflesadapted from The Culinary Enthusiast

ingredienTs

11 ounces good-quality chocolate

²∕³ cup heavy cream

¹∕³ cup shredded sweetened or

unsweetened coconut, toasted

1 teaspoons coconut extract

1 teaspoons malibu coconut rum (optional)

insTrucTions

Bring heavy cream to a boil in a small heavy

saucepan. Pour the cream over the chocolate,

then stir with a whisk (don’t beat or you’ll

incorporate air), until the ganache is smooth. 

If this doesn’t quite melt the chocolate, you

can put the bowl of chocolate and cream in the

microwave and heat in 15-second intervals,

stirring in between. This would be the time to add

a flavored extract or alcohol, if you desire.

Chill the ganache in the refrigerator for at least an

hour, or until it holds its shape. 

When ready to form the truffles, I prefer using

a small scoop or teaspoon. Roll the pieces of

chocolate into a ball between your hands. 

If you plan on coating the truffles with cocoa

powder or dipping them in chocolate, it’s a good

idea to chill them again for a few minutes so they

don’t lose their shape. 

Toss the truffles in toasted coconut.

noTes From beTsy

Truffles are the perfect movie-night dessert. They are simple to make, and require no utensils to eat! The possibilities for truffles are endless, but my favorites always contain some kind of booze.

White Chocolate Lemon TrufflesingredienTs

¼ cup butter

Zest of 1 meyer lemon

3 tablespoons heavy cream

1 cup quality white chocolate, finely chopped

½ teaspoons lemon extract

¼ cup powdered or sparkling sugar for coating

insTrucTions

Pour white chocolate into a mixing bowl, set aside.

Melt butter along with lemon zest in a small

saucepan. Stir in cream and scald mixture. (aka,

heat until bubbles begin to form around the

edges but is not yet boiling)

Pour hot cream mixture over white chocolate.

Add extract then stir until smooth.

Cover mixture and refrigerate 2 hours or until

firm enough to handle. Scoop out heaping

teaspoons. Form into balls, then roll in powdered

sugar or sparkling sugar. Freeze truffles 20

minutes or refrigerate for one hour, then enjoy.

Store truffles in refrigerator.

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Beso de Luz MargaritaingredienTs

2 oz. casa noble crystal Tequila

½ oz. Licor 43  

1 oz. lime juice

¼ orange

insTrucTions

Pour liquids over ice.

Squeeze the juice of the ¼ orange into the glass,

then drop it in.

noTes From beTsy

All parties require an amazing cocktail. Nothing says “summer” to me more than a margarita. This “kiss of light” margarita gives a fresh twist to your standard store-bought mix margarita. I always recommend using fresh-squeezed juice over store bought in any cocktail, if possible.

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Gifts from

TeNNeSSee

and Central Nashville is easy to navigate with

established and developing areas on all sides. You

will need your car to cover this much ground, but

be prepared for lots of off-course stops for places

you pass.

We’ve gathered a few must-haves from some of

our favorite shops. Bring a notebook—you’ll be

jotting down your favorite places all along the way!

Nashville is usually on the travel bucket list of

music and food fans. There’s a lot to see, it’s

warm, welcoming, and it’s manageable in just a

few days.

We made the trip down earlier this year with

our dog-eared copies of the Scout Guide and

Wildsam Field Guide in our bag. With a loop

around the center of the city, visiting East, West

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Nashville SkylineWhat better way to remember

a trip to Nashville than this

Skyline print? Framed on a

gallery wall you will remember

your music and dining adventures

each time you see it. $18

OLD MADE GOOD

How could we resist a store

where you leave with a bit

of glitter on your shoes? Old

Made Good is the perfect

place to go when you just

want a gift of inspiration. The

store is filled with vintage, one-

of-a-kind, local and always-

unique items that you never

knew you always needed.

Boudoir CandlesOnly ladies from Nashville

could break out the essence

of Harlots and Trollops and

pour them into candles. Our

personal favorite combines

true southern fragrances of

dirt, tobacco and champagne

in a scent called Jezebel. $28

BARISTA PARLOR

You need to start mornings

with the perfect cup. We

recommend heading over

to Barista Parlor to have a

handcrafted-by-the-cup

brew in a coffee garage you

would only find in Nashville.

The spacious garage space

provides plenty of room to

Print features vintage posters

from country music’s greats like

Johnny Cash and Patsy Cline.

Stop by the Country Music Hall

of Fame for a complete Nashville

music experience.

KAYCE HUGHES

We’ve long been fans of Kayce

Hughes’ clothing line before, so

it was great to visit her flagship

store in Nashville Hill Center.

Her women’s dress designs are

the perfect blend of vintage and

modern silhouettes, and are

great to wear to any summer

party—or just having cocktails

with friends.

Half Sleeve Vintage Button Down DressThe notice-me red is to-die-

for, and we love the fun, retro

trim detail. Pair it with sandals

or cowboy boots to keep it

casual. $148

Also In the area:

While you’re at

Nashville Hill Center,

check out H.

Audrey for a

more rock-and-

roll look. Owned

by Hank Williams’

granddaughter, you’re

sure to find something

with a little edge.

HATCH SHOW PRINT

Everyone knows Nashville

as the music capital, and

Hatch Show Print has been

documenting historical

performances as the oldest

working letterpress print

shop in America. Hatch Show

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OTHER NOTABLE SHOPS

We could go on for days,

but here are just a few more

favorites.

the Bang Bang Candy Company

Handcrafted marshmallows,

for when ordinary just

won’t do.

Snap Kids Clothing

Have someone little to spoil?

This is the place the start.

imogene and Willie

A lovingly curated assortment

for men, women and home.

Grimey’s records

New sounds, old sounds

and everything in-between.

the dotted Line

Fabulous stationery, gifts

and treats.

Eyeglass CaseEmil Erwin’s bags are a work

of art and will be a great

investment gift. The Eyeglass

case in Mahogany is perfect for

giving someone an everyday

object that has been taken

to that next level. Each time

they reach for their glasses,

they’ll feel extra special. (We

recommend splurging on

the monogram!) $150 with

monogram

OTIS JAMES

The South is known for graceful

style and harboring craftsmen,

and Otis James is a reflection

of both—but with a Nashville

twist. Otis James handcrafts

bowties and neckties—

right down to the stitching,

buttonholes and hand-printed

labels. The process created

beautiful neckwear that no man

can refuse to wear.

Bow TieWe love the subtle pattern in

this classic navy bowtie. Brilliant

dressed up or down. $90

stretch out, meet friends or

just people watch while having

amazing coffee and biscuits.

Slow DripWe are coffee purists at heart

and highly recommend the

slow-drip coffees. However,

everyone we talked to also

recommended the Bourbon

Barrel Vanilla Latte. Take home a

bag of your favorite brew—along

with another local favorite, Olive

& Sinclair chocolate bars—to

your lucky friends.

EMIL ERWIN

There are two great luxuries in

the world: The smell of leather

and the touch of beautifully

crafted leather goods. Emil

Erwin products provide both in

their exquisite products, made

right in Nashville’s Marathon

Village. Created by Emil and

Leslie Congdon, these leather

goods are designed to last a

lifetime and gain the cherished

buttery soft patina.

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single-plant: Cut stems

to the same length. Start

in the center of the foam,

and pile blooms in until it’s

completely full. We used

plain white peonies and

we love the impact they

make.

mixed-plant: You’ll want three types of plants, to

serve three different purposes:

The Thriller—Something with

height or dramatic shape/color

to serve as a focus. In our

arrangement, it’s the Alliums

globes, Purple Smoke False Indigo

and Royal Candles Veronica.

The Filler—These plants fill in

the holes of the arrangement

and can be something you have

the most of. We used Golden

Spirit Smokebush and Doublefile

Viburnum.

The spiller—Have a few longer

items that spill out of the container

and trail down the sides, either

balanced or asymmetrical. We

used the Fern and Dart’s Gold

Ninebark.

Pick a vase.Select a container that fits the recipient’s

personality. From whimsical ceramics to elegant

vintage pieces, go beyond standard vases and

look for unique and unexpected finds.

Walk your garden.Select items in bloom with interesting foliage shapes,

colors and stem lengths. Don’t forget about unique

branches, leaves—even ripening berries.

Arrange it.Soak a piece of floral foam in water for 30 minutes,

then place it in your vase or container. There are

two basic ways to think about your arrangement

design—a single-plant arrangement, or mixed-

plant arrangement. Here are some tips for each:

DIY Gift: Backyard Flower Arrangement

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Flowers make the perfect summer gift and are easy to arrange yourself. When you use flowers from your

own backyard, it also frees your budget up to invest in a really beautiful container for the flowers—one

that the recipient will proudly display for years.

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All Wrapped UpTurn any gift into a work of art. This season, we’ve wrapped the same square

box in styles inspired by a few of our favorite artists. Art aficionado or not, the

recipient will love the wrapping almost as much as the gift!

ONE gifT. fivE WayS TO dRESS iT Up.

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Piet Mondrian

For an abstract style, start with plain white

paper. Use black grosgrain ribbon to create

a grid, then add small amounts of different

widths of primary-colored ribbon to fill some

spaces in.

Damien Hirst

A take on Hirst’s spot paintings

couldn’t be easier to create. Take

different colors of yard sale dot

stickers (we used markers to color

some white ones), and start putting

them down in rows.

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2Mark Rothko

Create the look of overlapping colors

and shapes by using colored paper and

contrasting ribbons. We love the bright,

energetic colors of Rothko’s earlier work,

but whatever palette you like will do.

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5 Jeff Koons

A bit of shine and a touch

of whimsy bring Koons’

contemporary style to life. We

started with colorful mylar, then

added a simple balloon dog. We

referenced a simple instruction

book, but there are lots of online

videos. (It’s easy!)

Claude Monet/Vincent van Gogh

For a more literal translation of a particular

style, look for pre-printed papers. We found

a wallpaper scrap reminiscent of Monet’s

impressionist style, and an inexpensive

The Starry Night poster, then dressed

them up with a vintage brooch and

layered ribbon, respectively.

To: NaNcy ReagaN

FRom: RoNald ReagaN

Nancy Reagan once described the idyllic way she wished her husband had proposed.

She imagined the two of them paddling across a lake in a canoe, with Ronald singing to her.

Aware of her wish, Ronald made her dream come true on their twenty-fifth wedding

anniversary, with a gift of the TRULUV Canoe.

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TRULUV Canoe

Unwrapped Gifts that

made history

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