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Beauty, serenity, and durability in Oxford, MS
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CONTENTS MARCH 2020
16 | HOME FEATURE: Oxford, MS home designed by Betsey Mosby Interiors
proves to be the peaceful haven that Ole Miss basketball coach Kermit Davis and his family need.
26 | DESIGN: Founder and president of Magnolia Homes, Karen Garner, shares
her forever dream home furnished by Nabers Interiors.
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C OMNA R T E N T S CH 2020
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HOME + DESIGN
TRAVEL + CULTURE
16 home feature A Triple-Double 26 design Worth the Wait 70 experience this Art by Design
54 travel Making A Splash in Sweden 64 getaway Mississippi Pilgrimages 50 wedding Tillman/Seely
IN EVERY ISSUE 14 publisher's note 81 sources 10 | At Home Memphis & Mid South • March 2020
FOOD + DRINK 36 entertaining Enchanted Garden Party 68 in the kitchen Stuffed Portobellos 74 dining out Tea Time at Chez Philippe FOR YOU
78 healthy you Spring Cleaning 82 on a good note Trezevant Manor
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MARCH 2020 • VOL. 18 NO. 12 PUBLISHER / EDITORIAL DIRECTOR MARGARET MONGER | mmonger@athomemms.com
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P U B L I S H E R ’S NOTE I know I have said it before, but it is just so strange to me how the month of January lasts forever and February goes by in the blink of an eye, for which I am very thankful. A very rainy, dreary and gloomy blink of an eye is the month of February. I took so many virtual beach vacations via my computer last month that I almost convinced myself I was actually there, until I looked down at my pale and pasty skin and was reminded that I have been nowhere with sunshine at all!
Sunday, March 8, we will all spring forward, giving us a little more time in the day for some much needed daylight and hopefully some warmer temperatures and sunshine, as well. There are so many great things to do in the Mid South this time of year. The Memphis Zoo and the Tennessee Safari Park in Alamo are great places for animal enthusiasts to visit. For sports fans, March Madness will soon be in full bloom. If hoops aren’t your sport, take in a University of Memphis baseball game or make a short trip down to Oxford, MS, for a little Swayze crazy baseball and a beer shower or two. There is always the yearround sunset view from Shelby Farms to make us all smile. If Mother Nature decides to “get off her meds” and outdoor adventures aren’t a possibility, there are plenty of indoor places to keep us warm and dry while we are entertained.
I hope you enjoy our March issue and are inspired by the beautiful homes we are delighted to share with you. Enjoy the buds sprouting and springing forward. In a short blink, we will be falling backwards all over again!
Margaret Monger, Publisher
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A Triple-Double The home of Ole Miss basketball coach Kermit Davis and his family scores big on beauty, serenity, and durability.
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When you lead the busy life of a head coach at a major university, it’s important to come home to a peaceful haven. It’s also important to entertain, so your house has to be show-stopping, yet durable enough to withstand consistent wear and tear. That’s the triple challenge Ole Miss basketball coach Kermit Davis and his wife Betty presented to designer Betsey Mosby when they teamed up with her to complete their Oxford home. Mosby describes the design aesthetic she envisioned for the project as “livable.” She adds, “We tried to make it an easy design that would be great for entertaining. Betty may have the whole basketball team over one night and then a fundraiser for the university the next! She needed items that would be easy to clean and a layout that would comfortably seat the masses. We focused on clean lines and minimal accents to keep the rooms fresh, beautiful and easy for party prep. Obviously, with Kermit’s busy schedule, particularly throughout the season, we also wanted to create a calming and relaxing environment that they could enjoy as a family together.”
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home feature The house had been partially renovated when the Davises bought it, but because it was a work in progress, they were able to customize all the finishes. Although most of the furnishings are new, the family asked Mosby to include some special pieces they had acquired throughout their years of marriage. “We incorporated their children’s portraits in the living room and other special accents throughout, and also collected some beautiful pieces that they can love for years,” she explains. “Betty loves blue and so we were able to incorporate that throughout the house,” says Mosby, a Jackson, MS, based designer who also has an office in Oxford. She worked in pops of color to give dimension to her design, but chose tones that didn’t disturb the tranquil overall ambiance—peach art in the foyer, blush in the living room and soft green in the master bath. The gracious entryway sets the tone for the whole house. Filled with light courtesy of double front doors the Davises selected, the foyer welcomes guests in a warm, yet tranquil manner. Gleaming hardwood floors anchor the room, while crisp, white walls and a soaring ceiling give the space a lofty feel. For the custom ironwork, Mosby teamed up with the homeowners to create a design she calls “minimal with a twist.”
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home feature In the adjacent living room, white walls accented with classic picture-frame moldings pair with seating in light neutrals and accents in several shades of blue. While white furniture and basketball players may seem an unlikely mix, Mosby used a secret weapon that helps the light-colored sofas and chairs stand up to whatever might come their way: outdoor fabrics. The Sunbrella textiles she selected are durable and easily cleaned—they can even be bleached if need be.
“We hung the intaglios offset on top of the moldings to add interest. I think it balances the antique mirror beautifully and also adds a sense of imperfection that is very important in any space.” —Designer Betsey Mosby
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home feature The dining room is a study in the art of combining traditional with current. Mosby sourced all the furniture and art, along with a graceful chandelier in rubbed gold tones with understated crystal accents to play off the room’s large windows. She chose a large landscape painting for the space. “It lends a traditional aesthetic to what is typically the most formal room in a home,” she says, adding, “The updated chair shape and abstract art flanking the buffet make the traditional feel current, too.”
The updated classic theme continues in the elegant kitchen and keeping room. Natural light pours in through oversized windows that also provide a view of the beautiful property. A cozy fireplace is topped by a large TV, and, of course, there’s plenty of seating, from dressedup bar stools to inviting chairs and a velvet sofa to a pair of poufs upholstered in a whimsical blue and white print—room for the whole team to watch a game. A large island and ample counter space in the kitchen facilitate party prep and quartz countertops allow easy cleanup, whether Betty is cooking dinner for the couple, their daughters Ally and Claire, or caterers are working a party.
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home feature Mosby repurposed an unused space in the house that now comes in handy for the family and their frequent guests. She recalls, “The coat closet under the stairs was really not needed and I had the idea of turning it into a hidden bar that they could easily access and also close off when they didn’t need it. Behind a pair of bi-fold doors is the happiest little spot, complete with a perfect dry bar. Having this easy spot makes entertaining a breeze for them whether it’s a large function or just happy hour for two after a long work week.” Another small area that makes a big impression is the powder room, decked out in a striking blue and white geometric wallpaper. “We wanted a little jewel box of a space and absolutely love this one,” says Mosby. “Betty and I were both very drawn to this paper and we selected the blue hue for the cabinet to add impact.” Clear lucite light sconces let more of the bold pattern shine through.
At the back of the house a study with a masculine, yet still elegant, feel makes an easy, informal gathering place for guests or a quiet spot for Kermit to formulate game strategy. A large abstract painting above the sofa/chaise combo plays off exposed wooden beams to produce just the right degree of contemporary style without wandering too far from the updated refinement of the rest of the home. The Davis’ master bedroom is a familiar retreat for the couple, filled with pieces they have acquired and kept from their previous homes. Mosby added new side tables and lamps, drapes with custom trim and a custom bolster pillow to create a new look without a complete redo of the treasures they already loved. Likewise, the master bath has a replay of a design feature Betty prized in a former residence. “She had previously had the same floor tile in a bathroom and loved it,” says Mosby. The designer suggested painting the cabinets a pale gray/green to complement the lovely basketweave tile in carrara and black marble. Timeless green silk roman shades on the windows add to the bathroom’s peaceful aura. 22 | At Home Memphis & Mid South • March 2020
home feature Beauty and durability don’t stop at the back door of the Davis home. The couple recently added a swimming pool that sees use most of the year, thanks to Mississippi’s climate, and they called on Mosby again to provide design assistance. “The back porch serves as a soupedup living area and we incorporated interesting materials like outdoor velvet to help it feel luxe and like an extension of their house, but also to ensure, of course, that it was very easy to clean.
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Worth the Wait Karen Garner’s dream home was a long time coming. Although she’s been making her Magnolia Homes customers’ residential dreams come true since 1987, she built her own “forever” home only about a year ago.
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design Garner, the founder and president of Magnolia Homes, lived in her previous residence for 17 years. That fact makes her somewhat of an anomaly in the construction world, as home builders usually move regularly. In the process of raising two children and building over 1,000 Magnolia Homes around the Mid South, Garner’s own new home kept moving farther and farther down on her “to-do” list. It was only after Garner’s husband, Steve Davitt, recovered from a major health scare that the couple decided to make a new home a priority. Garner called on architect Jeff Bramlett to design a floor plan with her large, blended family in mind. Bramlett delivered a layout that flows gracefully to accommodate crowds, whether the couple is entertaining relatives or hosting one of the frequent parties Garner loves to throw. She turned to a long-time friend and business associate, Steve Nabers of Nabers Interiors, to come up with the perfect interior furnishings to complete the design of the home. The two have worked together to stage Magnolia homes for years. “I love selecting everything, but he has my taste. I told him I wanted to start at the very beginning of the home working with him so that we could make everything work together,” Garner says. No ordinary client, Garner is well-versed in design and has definite ideas about what she wants. “Steve (Nabers) and I worked together and he let me use some bold colors because he knows that’s my personality. I had to push him a little to get that!” she recalls with a laugh. In fact, Garner brought a peacock feather with her to the initial design meeting with Nabers and told him she wanted its colors for her new home’s palette. The designer indulged his client; vibrant blues appear throughout the home, from cabinets to wall colors to accent pieces.
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design The eye-catching hues blend seamlessly with an overall design aesthetic Nabers describes as “eased elegance.” He says, “It’s classic European; elegant, but very livable.” Garner says that her own home checks all the boxes of her “four Ts”—the design elements she seeks in every home Magnolia builds. “It has to be Timeless, Traditional, Transitional and withstand the Test of Time,” she explains. One of the first design decisions Garner and Nabers made was to use cut bluestone in both interior and exterior spaces. “It’s definitely a peacock color,” she says. Paired with handsome hardwood beams and floors, slurried brick accent walls, decorative iron work and a custom limestone mantel and vent hood, the details create an Old World feel. The sophisticated dining room design evolved from drapes Garner noticed on a visit to the Gray Canary in downtown Memphis. Nabers found similar fabric for the drapes and used the gold trellis theme to inspire the rest of the room. Local artist Judy Vandergrift gave the walls and light fixture a custom finish to complete the ambiance. Garner commissioned local artist Jesse Nabers Alston, who also happens to be Nabers’ daughter and a member of his design team, to create original artwork. The abstracted impressionist-style works feature the peacock tones the homeowner so loves.
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design The Nabers team also includes Mickie Nabers, who is Steve’s wife and Jesse’s mother. She recalls Garner’s wish for her dream home’s master suite. “She wanted anybody who saw her bedroom to say, ‘Wow!’” It’s clear that the designers delivered on her request. Multiple windows give easy views of the home’s parklike backyard. Sumptuous furnishings, anchored by an ornate bed, are showstopping.
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design In the master bath, elegance combines with technological innovation to create indulgence. Inside the spacious shower stall, a Moen U Smart Shower unit replaces valves; over the two sinks, sleek mirrors with built-in LEDs provide task lighting that’s often hard to arrange below vaulted ceilings.
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“It has to be Timeless, Traditional, Transitional and able to withstand the Test of Time.” — Karen Garner
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design Nabers guided Garner in choosing all new furniture and accessories for the home she’d waited so long to complete, but he also incorporated meaningful pieces from her mother, who lived with her for 22 years before she passed away. Lighting up the bar area is a neon “Sue’s Bakery” sign. “My parents opened a bakery on Beale Street about the time I was born,” Garner explains. “My middle name is Sue, and they named it after me.” The sign brings back memories of Garner’s childhood growing up in the business, especially of one frequent customer who loved Sue’s jelly donuts and later went on to become the King of Rock and Roll. After years of dreaming, eight months of planning and a year of construction, Garner is thrilled with the home that she so often back-burnered to tend to Magnolia customers’ needs. With her experience in the industry, she assembled an all-star cast of professionals to design and construct the home and it shows. She says, “I think that’s really what this home is all about—all of this talent brought together.”
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The kitchen opens to the dining room, where the soaring ceiling and a wall of windows provide abundant light to the space. The room is a tribute to the family and its Mississippi roots from the much-loved farm table and ladderback chairs, to the McCarty pottery and cotton boll accents on the shelves, to the commissioned painting by Charles Guess. “My grandparents on both sides were sharecroppers, so that painting reminds me of them,â€? says Pat. The room has a 20 foot vaulted ceiling providing the backdrop for the staircase to be a focal point in the room. The original structure was removed, and solid cedar posts were installed creating an open feel. The structure itself features custom iron and millwork designed by Bacon. The fireplace feature was updated with the outside bluestone and rustic boards above a new cedar mantle. 34 | At Home Memphis & Mid South • March 2020
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The theme: For my granddaughter Chloe’s ninth birthday I knew the celebration had to be something girly, sparkly and magical. Even at nine years old, Chloe has a love for charming settings, vintage decor and Jane Austin movies, like her grandmother. We set up on the grounds of Annesdale Mansion by our favorite old tree. There couldn't have been a more perfect location. The young guests were transported to an enchanted atmosphere from the moment they arrived. March 2020 • athomemms.com | 39
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The decor: As soon as the guests arrived they were wowed by Disney princess dress-up ball gowns hanging from the tree. Each girl got to pick the one she wanted to wear for the party, along with matching jewelry. Chloe, the guest of honor, wore a “Let Them Eat Cake” birthday crown. We set a beautiful table for a garden tea party with a forest green linen cloth covered in green fabric petals. Each place setting had a pink fabric bag filled with party favors. We kept it simple but colorful with flowers in a vintage silver container. Everyone got a vintage tea cup, saucer and animal plate. The table was decorated with teapots and Chloe’s collection of bunnies. The girls played Pin the Top on the Teapot and Guess How Many Jellybeans Are in the Teapot, and they decorated butterfly sugar cookies. Glowing Embers Japanese Maple
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The Food:
In true garden party fashion, the menu included scones with lemon curd. Other refreshments included flower-shaped peanut butter and jelly tea sandwiches, mini hot dogs, fruit cups, veggie cups, apple juice, fruit tea and a beautiful floral birthday cake expertly decorated by The Flour Garden.Â
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Special Details: Jennifer and her guests enjoyed dancing under the stars to the Memphis Allstars Band. In lieu of gifts, she requested that donations be made to Southern Reins in honor of a special friend. March 2020 • athomemms.com | 47
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Chandler Grace Tillman William Hopping Seely, V June 8, 2019 Oxford, Mississippi Mother of the Bride: Mrs. Kim Tillman Parents of the Groom: Mrs. Heather & Mr. Bill Seely Forsyth Fountain 50 | At Home Memphis & Mid South • March 2020
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Rehearsal Dinner: Castle Hill, Oxford, MS Wedding & Reception: The Jefferson, Oxford, MS Event Planner: Ellen Thomas Event Design Florist: Deedra Stone Designs Photographer: Patrick Remington Photography Videographer: Camilla Weddings Entertainment: The DMP Band Caterer: Elizabeth Heiskell Baker: The Flour Garden Invitations: RSVP Stationers Engagement/Wedding Rings: Sissy's Log Cabin & Tungsten Ring Co. Wedding Dress: Maggie Louise Bridal Bridesmaids Dresses: Bella Bridesmaids Hair: Heather Sappenfield Makeup: Hotty Toddy Tan & Beauty Bar Rentals: White Door Events Lighting: The Jefferson Oxford
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MAKING A SPLASH Enjoy Stockholm by boat—
A visit to Scotland is all that and more.
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IN SWEDEN
and don’t miss its amazing islands
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Stockholm
The greatest ship never to sail out of Stockholm left its anchoring place near the old royal palace on Aug. 10, 1628. Hundreds crowded the banks to watch King Gustav II Adolf’s warship, adorned with more than 700 sculptures, take to the seas. Less than a quarter mile out, the mighty Vasa listed and sank. Raised from the depths three centuries later, and now permanently moored in its own museum, this iconic emblem of Stockholm’s harbor is one of Scandinavia’s top visitor attractions. “It was an epic failure, but the most beautiful failure to happen to Stockholm,” says my museum guide. “And of course, it took place on the water. Everything in Stockholm comes back to the water.”
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travel Officially, Stockholm is a city on 14 islands, but an actual tally of all the outlying islets, outcroppings and skerries—just glance at a map of the jig-sawed archipelago—pushes the number over 25,000. So, while many cities are best explored by land, when in Stockholm, it’s best to float. Private Zodiacs, public ferries, kayaks, vintage steamships, rowboats, canals, pedestrian bridges—these are the ways Stockholmers get around. Set between Lake Malaren and the Baltic Sea, the city is 30 percent water and another 30 percent green space. Compared to other cities, venturing out by car isn’t really a thought.
Sodermalm “When we’re not on the water, we want to be,” our guide tells us from a rocky cliff in Sodermalm, the stylish island where Greta Garbo grew up. “We jog along the water, have our fika (afternoon coffee break) sitting alongside it and stare at it from our windows. We dream about it. Water feeds the spirit in Stockholm.” The city’s heart spreads through a meticulous metropolitan hub to primeval forests on fairy-tale islands. It’s distinctly Scandinavian, an urban smorgasbord that balances medieval and modern conservative grandeur with freespirited fun; herring connoisseurs and Abba fans. The Grand Hotel is the quintessential place to take it all in. The 1874 landmark opposite the Royal Palace has a Michelinrated restaurant, a sleek Nordic spa, and a ballroom that’s an exact replica of Versailles’ Hall of Mirrors. Across the street, boats depart for every manner of excursion all year long. March 2020 • athomemms.com | 57
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Gamla Stan
In Gamla Stan, the Old Town, my wife, son and I explore Stockholm’s birthplace, a labyrinthine kingdom of alleyways. Established in 1252 it is charming to behold, with an equally charming origin story. At Marten Trotzigs Grand, the narrowest street in the city at less than a yard wide, we learn the legend of Stockholm’s founding. To safeguard against pillagers, settlers filled a hollowed-out log with gold and let it drift along the water. They dubbed the spot where the log came to rest “stock holm,” or log islet. Inverness Castle 58 | At Home Memphis & Mid South • March 2020
Djurgarden
If Gamla Stan is Stockholm’s cradle, Djurgarden, just across the bay, is its playground. Many of the buildings, as well as the sculptured bridge to the mainland, date to Stockholm’s 1897 World’s Fair. Junibacken is a cozy museum devoted to the work of such Swedish children’s book authors as Astrid Lindgren. The old-timey amusement park Tivoli Grona Lund which opened in 1883 features a carousel and fun house. Skansen has the world’s oldest open-air museum, bustling with tanners, glassblowers and silversmiths in a replica 19th-century village.
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Artipelag Glimpsing Stockholm’s future starts with boarding a 1912 steamer to explore the Skargarden, as locals call their archipelago. Leaving from the Grand Hotel, the Gustafsberg VII glides past luxury apartments, past cruise liners and out of Stockholm proper into the channels that comprise the city’s island suburbs. The passage narrows into a bottleneck as we enter the Baggenstaket Strait, so tight it feels like you could jump off the boat right into someone’s garden. Fortunately, Artipelag, the first stop, is the perfect place to catch your breath. Founded by Bjorn Jakobson, creator of Babybjorn, Artipelag is a monumental art space, dining spot and respite midway through the island chain. With rooftop moss gardens, the latest in technology and clean blond-wood design, it feels like an artist’s conception of Scandinavia circa 2025, albeit with traditional menu items like the beef-and-gravy dish skomakarlada (literally “shoemaker’s box”).
Sandhamn Push on and the wider sea beckons. Usually reserved, Swedes don’t shy away from adventure, as evidenced by the number of high-speed RIBs (rigid inflatable boats) zooming through the archipelago. An RIB excursion involves donning a waterproof jumpsuit and life jacket and holding on for dear life. Located at the farthest part of the outer archipelago, Sandhamn has been a destination for urban sailors since 1897. Best described as shanty chic, its views are sure to entrance the imagination. Spend time watching the characters on Trouville Beach, near the cafes and in ice cream shops, and you’ll understand why Stieg Larsson set parts of The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo here. Depart Sandhamn mid-morning and by 12:45 p.m. you’re back at the Grand Hotel, enjoying the views from the veranda. That’s how things work in Stockholm, going all the way back to the Vasa, really. Just when you think you’re sailing out of town, something tips the balance and you can’t quite pull yourself away.
For more information on a vacation in Sweden, call the travel advisors at Regency Travel, Inc., at 901.682.9065 or visit www.regencytravel.net. 60 | At Home Memphis & Mid South • March 2020
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Mississippi Spring Pilgrimages 45th Annual Southern Heritage Pilgrimage Story: Ray Van Dusen Photos: Courtesty of Aberdeen Visitors Bureau & Visit Holly Springs
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Aberdeen, MS, will celebrate its 45th annual Southern Heritage Pilgrimage Apr. 3-5. Along with 10 historic homes open to the public, the weekend will feature events such as the Lies and Legends tour, evening candlelight tours and carriage rides.
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social The centerpiece of the event is the home tours, during which owners of Antebellum, Victorian and American Foursquare architecture houses will open their doors to visitors. In addition to the architecture, guests will be impressed with period-appropriate furnishings and stories of the history of the homes. Notable Aberdeenians once called these places home, and their stories are just as intriguing as the houses. At The Magnolias, visitors can learn about the War Between the States with Civil War reenactors who camp on the grounds throughout Pilgrimage weekend. They’ve been known to bring an authentic Civil War-era cannon, cook over an open fire and fire rounds from their rifles just as soldiers would during the war. In addition to visiting the tour homes, Pilgrimage ticket holders can view Aberdeen’s quaint downtown during a horse-drawn open air carriage ride, included with admission. The tours originate at the First Baptist Church and wind down the tree-lined boulevard to historical districts, passing a number of other important homes not featured on the Pilgrimage tour. The Lies and Legends tour at the Old Aberdeen Cemetery is a perennial favorite part of the Pilgrimage. Every year, Aberdeen High School students don period clothing to depict some of the notable people buried in the graveyard. From a woman accused of witchcraft to a lady buried in her rocking chair, the stories students tell give visitors an insider’s track on the town’s history. The event is held at night by candlelight. Just as Aberdeen’s beautiful homes date back in history, many of the town’s churches have rich historical value and will be open for tours the weekend of the Pilgrimage.
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getaway Aberdeen’s Pilgrimage always offers numerous dining options. Riverview Garden Club will host its annual fundraiser luncheon Friday, and Boy Scout Troop 39’s pancake breakfast will begin the day’s activities Saturday. Pilgrimage visitors will have the opportunity to take a break at the Aberdeen Main Street Depot, which was officially dedicated last summer. The former railroad depot was transformed into not only the local Main Street Association office but a destination that hosts the town’s farmers market and the semi-annual farm-to-table dinner. For more information about Aberdeen’s Pilgrimage and to purchase tickets, visit www.aberdeenpilgrimage.org or call the Aberdeen Visitors Bureau at 662.369.9440.
Holly Springs Holly Springs, MS, will welcome guests Apr. 17-19 for its 82nd Pilgrimage Tour of Homes. Hosted each year by the Holly Springs Garden Club, this year’s event will feature four historic homes as well as, church and museum tours, a luncheon, Sunday brunch and a cemetery tour. All proceeds benefit the renovation and preservation of Montrose Mansion. The oldest home on the tour is Crump Place, built in 1837 by Samuel McCorkle, Marshall County’s first banker and the first land commissioner to the Native Americans. It’s the birthplace of former U.S. Congressman and Memphis Mayor Edward H. Crump. The home is now owned by Mr. and Mrs. Martin Donnelly, who have resided there since 2016. Live Oaks was built in 1848 and is now home to Mr. and Mrs. Mike McCarter, who bought it in 2015 and renamed it from Lindon Lodge. Eagleston Smith rebuilt the home in 1881 after a fire damaged it. Its original owner, Walter Goodman, was president of the MS Gulf Railroad and co-owner of Memphis’ famed Peabody Hotel. 66 | At Home Memphis & Mid South • March 2020
Walter Place was built in 1860 for Harvey Washington Walter, who was pro-Union and the president of the Mississippi Central Railroad. During part of the Civil War, it was a temporary home for Ulysses S. Grant and his wife. The home is now owned by Mr. Terry L. Cook. The Rather-Douglas House, built in 1919 by Lytle A. Rather II, is the newest construction on the tour. The home remained in the Rather family until 1975 when Mr. and Mrs. Richard A. Douglas purchased it. Mr. and Mrs. Tripp McCullar bought it in 2015, and Mr. and Mrs. Kelton Morris reside there now. In addition to these homes, three churches—Christ Episcopal Church, Anderson Chapel C.M.E. Church and First United Methodist Church—will be open for tours Friday and Saturday at various times. Marshall County Historic Museum, Church of the Yellow Fever Martyrs Museum and Ida B. Wells-Barnett Museum will also be tour destinations. Guests at the Plant It Pink luncheon Friday will enjoy a homemade meal and receive a free packet of zinnia seeds. A portion of the proceeds will benefit breast cancer awareness and Relay for Life. Seatings for groups of 20 and more are available upon request for Saturday. During a special event Saturday evening, visitors will gather for cocktails at Montrose Mansion before embarking on a tour of Hillcrest Cemetery, where characters will come to life. Following the tour, guests will return to Montrose for a reception and cash bar. On Sunday, guests will enjoy a Southern Sunday Brunch at 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Reservations are preferred. To purchase tickets and for more information about the Holly Springs Pilgrimage, go to hollyspringsmsgardenclub.com or email hollyspringspilgrimage@gmail.com.
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Spring and summer will be here before we know it and if you’re like me, you’d probably like to drop a pound or two. Low-carb eating works for me so I thought I would share this delicious, low-carb recipe that is not only filling, but also beautiful! It makes a great alternative to a filet for my vegetarian friends.
Mozzarella & Tomato
Stuffed Portobellos
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in the kitchen
Ingredients Garlic Butter: 8 Tbsp. butter (one stick) 2 Tsp. minced garlic
Balsamic Glaze: ½ cup balsamic vinegar 1 Tbsp. brown sugar
Mushrooms: 6 Portobellos, stems removed, washed and dried 1 8-oz. package of mozzarella pearls, mini mozzarella balls 1 cup of yellow and red grape or cherry tomatoes Fresh basil, julienned for garnish
Instructions For the garlic butter: Combine the butter and garlic in a small saucepan. Melt and cook just until the garlic is fragrant. (You can also do this in the microwave.) For the glaze: Add balsamic vinegar and brown sugar to a small saucepan. Over high heat, bring the mixture to a boil. Turn to low and simmer for about 5 minutes or until the mixture has thickened and reduced to a glaze. Set aside. Preheat oven to broil. Position one oven rack in the middle of the oven. Brush the garlic butter over the bottom of the mushrooms and place the buttered side down on a baking sheet. Brush remaining garlic butter on the inside of the mushrooms. Cut mozzarella balls and tomatoes into thin slices. Layer mozzarella and tomatoes into each mushroom cap. Broil in the oven on the middle rack for 8-10 minutes or until the cheese has melted and is just starting to turn golden. Remove from the oven and sprinkle each mushroom with desired amount of salt and pepper. Plate the mushrooms and drizzle each with the balsamic glaze. Finish with julienned basil for extra flavor and color.
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Art by Design
Story: Terri Glazer | Photography: Sélavie Photography
Elizabeth Malmo Interior Design
The Mid South’s premier interior design event returns this month bigger and better than ever for its fifth annual installment. Art by Design, a fundraiser for ArtsMemphis presented by IBERIABANK, is set for Mar. 26-29 at the Pipkin Building at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium and Fairgrounds.
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experience this The event showcases about 20 “vignettes,” each conceived and executed by one of the area’s top design professionals. According to Josie Ballin, director of marketing and donor engagement for ArtsMemphis, the designers pull out all the stops for these room designs. “They get to take their seatbelts off. Since they’re not working for a client, a lot of them really push the envelope and show major trending elements in the world of design. People can come and be inspired and also get a better understanding of the interior design community as a whole.” New to the mix for 2020, four of the vignettes will be created by emerging local designers. “They’re not only new to Art By Design, but new to the design industry. They have all started businesses within the last year and this is their opportunity to showcase their work for the Memphis community for the first time,” explains local designer Carmeon Hamilton, the show’s coordinator. Also for the first time, attendees will have the opportunity not only to see the latest and greatest in the design world, but to shop at the new Marketplace at Art by Design. In a partnership between ArtsMemphis and local pop-up Memphis Modern Market over 20 local makers, artists and regional vendors including A. Shaw Style, Collected by Elizabeth Malmo, and Mrs. Post will offer their design-related creations, from furniture to pottery to fine art.
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experience this The thousands who’ve attended Art by Design in past years know it as a weekend full of events that promise something for every fan of the decorative arts, and this installment is sure to continue the tradition. Kicking off the festivities will be Dinner with the Designers, set for Thurs., Mar. 26. Ballin says, “We want the guests to have an opportunity to interact with the designers—to ask them questions and learn about the inspiration for their spaces.” The intimate event will include craft cocktails, dinner by Chef Ryan Trimm, wine pairings from Buster’s Liquors and live entertainment for only 150 guests, so it’s sure to be a sell out. Mimosas at the Marketplace will start the weekend on Fri., Mar 27, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Attendees will be among the first to view the vignettes, mimosas in hand, and to shop, enjoy music and entertainment, and take part in designer and artist-led tours in a relaxed, fun atmosphere. “Friday night is our largest event. It’s Cocktails by Design—the place to sip, see and be seen!” says Ballin. “It’s a very hip evening with music, great food and special craft cocktails. People dress in their best and bring the whole design aspect through in what they wear. It’s interesting, eclectic and exciting.” On Saturday morning, Paris will come to Art by Design courtesy of Brooks Museum’s Decorative Arts Trust during the French Fête. Guests will enjoy French pastries and beverages while strolling through the vignettes before being treated to a presentation from Ellie Cullman, principal designer at the all-female New York design firm of Cullman & Kravis Associates. Cullman and Sara Ramsey will show examples of their work, and answer questions. Partners in the award-winning firm are “huge proponents of the arts,” says Ballin, “who feel that no job is complete until the art is hung. We’re looking forward to hearing their perspective on both modern and traditional design aesthetics, and incorporating art into design.” Ballin encourages Mid Southerners to make a day of it by coming during Art by Design’s general admission hours, noon-6 p.m. on Saturday and noon5 p.m. on Sunday. “This is the time the public can experience the Marketplace and the vignettes and eat at the cafe, which will be run by Chef Phillip Dewayne of Park + Cherry,” says Ballin.
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Designers this year include Anthony Shaw of A. Shaw Design, Betsey Mosby Interior Design,Brannon Errit Jones, Cassaundra Hearn of SAJ Interiors, David Quarles IV, HOWSE, hS Carpentry+Design, Kimberly Perry Designs, Laquita Tate of Laquita Tate Interior Styling, Leslie Murphy of Murphy Maude Interiors, Lindley Martens of Lindley Martens Design, Ragan Magness and Karen Seelig of Greg Baudoin Interior Design, Raph Small of RAPHDesign LLC, and Tara Felice Engelberg of Tara Felice Interiors. Also during general admission hours, there will be demonstrations and speaking sessions on botanical subjects including preparing planters for spring and creating indoor terrariums, adds Hamilton. “We want to give people inspiration not only for inside their homes, but also outside, and we’re involving our local garden community.” The brain child of ArtsMemphis board member and interior designer Greg Boudoin, Art by Design has raised over $700,000 since its inception in 2016. Founded in 1963, ArtsMemphis strengthens the community by sustaining local arts and culture through grants totaling $2.5 million to more than 70 arts organizations and artists each year. Boudoin will again be at the helm this year, along with co chairs Ann Parker and Jana Tayloe. Murphy Maude Interiors
experience this A. Shaw Design
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Tea Time at Chez Philippe
Story: Lesley Harris Colvett | Photos: Courtesy of The Peabody Memphis
Afternoon tea at Chez Philippe in the Peabody Hotel is a unique treat— the epitome of Southern hospitality and tradition. Chez Philippe is the only spot in Memphis that offers a traditional English afternoon tea. Attending tea at the Peabody’s flagship restaurant is an amazing experience for Mid Southerners, and also serves as a wonderful way to entertain out-of-town guests, celebrate a special occasion, or even as a festive birthday party for little girls. There is no better place to enjoy an afternoon than at the South’s grand hotel, sipping fine teas at the elegant Chez Philippe. The custom of taking afternoon tea became fashionable in the late 1600s, as tea created an atmosphere, an aura of grace and elegance, and an institution of relaxation. It served as a time to entertain friends and business associates alike. Chez Philippe at the Peabody offers the finest ambiance and elegance at each table setting to experience the elegance of this rich tradition. Afternoon tea at Chez Philippe features a menu of savory tea sandwiches, assorted sweets and warm scones from the Peabody pastry shop, in addition to a selection of teas and caffeine-free children's teas.
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The chefs prepare three courses highlighting the season’s bounty to complement the tea selections. Guests are presented with a savory course, Chez Philippe’s daily scone, and an assortment of delicious desserts. All the teas served at Chez Philippe are organic, sourced from Rishi Tea Company. On the menu are: Black Tea - English Breakfast; Blended Black Teas - Earl Grey Supreme, Chocolate Chai; Blended White Tea - Peach Blossom; Oolong Tea - Ruby Oolong; Green Teas - Matcha Super Green, Jade Cloud; Blended Pu-erh Tea - Pu-erh Bordeaux; Blended Herbal Teas - Scarlet; and Children’s Teas - Scarlet, Peach Blossom. Enjoying the institution of English afternoon tea is the perfect way to relax in the height of elegance. Tea is served Wednesday through Saturday, from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. in Chez Philippe. Reservations are highly recommended. Call 901.529.4000. March 2020 • athomemms.com | 75
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Spring Cleaning Story: Michelle Johns
Spring is in the air. It’s the time of year when the new season is so close we can smell the freshness in the air. People are starting to move about the streets with daily walks, runs, bike rides and the like. The days are getting longer and there’s a festive feeling in the atmosphere. Many people are looking through their closets and deciding what must go, making donations to charities, hosting garage sales, and maybe even putting a few things in a consignment store. While I love a good home purge, this article’s focus is on a different kind of spring cleaning. As I’m approaching 50 and about to be a candidate for a new annual physical, I took a new look at the digestive system. In my research I gained a new perspective as I looked at all the parts as one. So often, we consider a body part on its own. We rarely think about the ways all the parts are connected to perform a complete job. From the mouth to the bottom, the human body contains nearly 30 feet of gastrointestinal tract designed to break the food we eat down into nutrients that provide us with lifesustaining energy. The process of digestion begins with the first bit of food placed in the mouth. The salivary glands, teeth and tongue begin to work, breaking food down and preparing it for entry into the esophagus. Through a series of muscle contractions, the esophagus moves food into the stomach. I get really geeked out when I consider the intricate design of the human body, so pardon me while I pause the writing flow to interject a moment of mindfulness. The esophagus works autonomically. We put a bite-sized piece of food in our mouth, we chew and we swallow, but everything after that happens for us without us doing anything. I’m in awe of the ways we are creatively designed. Food delivered to the stomach is then processed by hydrochloric acid; the pepsin enzyme is activated to break down proteins and turn them into amino 78 | At Home Memphis & Mid South • March 2020
acids and chyme. Depending on the constitution of the food, it can take the stomach two to six hours to process. Fats take longer to process; hence healthy fats are great because they keep you feeling full longer. The processed food then goes into the small intestine. The pancreas secretes enzymes into the small intestine and produces insulin, secreted directly into the bloodstream to metabolize sugars. The liver secretes bile into the small intestine to help further break down the nutrients of food and digest fats. The liver breaks food down, discerning what stays and what goes. It provides the body with what it needs to function and protects the body by eliminating toxic chemicals. The gallbladder also releases bile to help absorb and digest fats. It’s often said that we don’t really need our gallbladder. While we may be able to live without it, the gallbladder certainly does have a useful role and should not be taken for granted. After the work of the small intestine is complete with the help of the pancreas, liver and gallbladder, the left-over food goes on to the large intestine or colon, where it is processed for the next four to 72 hours. The bacteria in the colon turn the remaining food into gases that may be used to provide nutrients to cells in the colon. The processes of the large intestine protect the body from bacteria. The excess waste is excreted through the rectum: when the brain decides the excess matter is no longer needed, it signals a release through the anus.
My research of the details of digestion made me more thoughtful about the ways I enjoy food and use it to aid quality of life. While I love a night of cheese dip, salsa, chips and guacamole, I value the everyday benefits of a healthy gut. Many people suffer from leaky gut, irritable bowel syndrome, gastro-reflux, constipation, diverticulitis and other gut-related issues. If you are one of these people, you may find relief by making changes in your diet and exercise routine. Eat foods high in fiber, allow daily time (eight to 16 hours) for fasting, and drink a minimum of 64 ounces of water, with lemon added if you like, as ways to detox the body and cleanse the digestive system daily. As a general rule, I like to eat between the hours of 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., giving my body a 16-hour fast most days. Take a 30-minute walk daily. Remain upright for at least two hours after eating. Stress and anxiety play a significant role in gut issues. Many doctors recommend yoga, grounded breathing and meditation as ways to mitigate stress and anxiety to relieve gut challenges. Give your body a spring break and incorporate some new routines that support a daily cleanse Note: The information provided in this article is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to be medical advice or a substitute for professional health care. You should consult an appropriate health-care professional for your specific needs and to determine whether making a lifestyle change or decision based on this information is appropriate for you.
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SOURCES 16 | HOME FEATURE
Special thanks Betsey Mosby Interior Design betseymosby.com
26 | DESIGN
Special thanks Magnolia Homes & Nabers Interiors yourmagnoliahome.com, nabersinteriors.com
36 | ENTERTAINING
Special thanks Angela Mazanti Event Design angelamazantidesign.com
54 | TRAVEL
Special thanks - Regency Travel, Inc. 901.682.9065
64 | GETAWAY
Special thanks Aberdeen Visitors Bureau & Visit Holly Springs aberdeenms.org, visithollysprings.org
68 | IN THE KITCHEN
Special thanks - Jim Norton thenortonrecipe.com
70 | EXPERIENCE THIS Special thanks - ArtsMemphis artsmemphis.org
74 | DINING OUT
Special thanks - Chez Philippe www.peabodymemphis.com/dine/chezphilippe
78 | HEALTHY YOU
Special thanks - Michelle Johns mjohns@transformingwellness.com
82 | ON A GOOD NOTE
Special thanks - Trezevant Manor trezevantmanor.org
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Trezevant Manor Seniors Helping Seniors
Story: Emily Adams Keplinger Photos: Courtesy of Trezevant Manor
Often, when people retire they are looking forward to taking it easy or at least slowing down. But for those who have lived their lives helping others, that sense of altruism doesn’t just suddenly stop. The desire to give can be a motivation to stay engaged, and it offers a sense of community among kindred spirits. Such is the case with a group at Trezevant Manor. Rinnie Wood, fitness director at Trezevant, recalls, “In November 2017 I saw a segment on WKNO called ‘No Hungry Senior.’ It involved having people pack boxes that could be dropped off to local seniors. I later learned the program was a sideline to MIFA’s Meals on Wheels initiative. I asked our CEO, Kent Phillips, if he would be interested in exploring something that our residents could do for other seniors. He was willing to consider the idea and brought a group together to investigate the possibility of launching a community outreach for seniors living in subsidized housing. The result was a unique program called ‘Seniors Helping Seniors.’ We’re now going into our third year.” Wood continues, “To start the program, we presented the idea to our residents at one of their association meetings. The response was overwhelmingly favorable.” The first year, the group donated 600 boxes containing enough non-perishable food to last an individual about a week. The food was selected by a dietician and items were purchased through the Mid-South Food Bank. Last year the group packed 700 boxes and this year Seniors Helping Seniors hopes to pack and deliver over 1,100 boxes. 82 | At Home Memphis & Mid South • March 2020
“We have developed a relationship with Wesley Housing Corporation, which has nine properties around town: Latham Terrace, Luther Terrace, Magnolia Terrace, St. Peter Manor, Union Avenue Baptist Towers, Wesley Graceland Gardens, Wesley Highland Meadows, Wesley Millington Towers and Wesley Stage Park,” says Wood. “Our volunteers love getting on a bus and going to the Mid-South Food Bank, where they pack the boxes, assembly line-style. The boxes are then delivered to the selected properties.” Wood says she has teamed with the chaplains who provide services at Trezevant to spread the word about the program and the need for volunteers. “Being faith-based is kind of unique to Trezevant among retirement communities,” she adds. “Aging brings its own set of issues,” says Wood. “Whether you are affluent or not, you still face physical changes, and often pain and sorrow. Layering on hunger is something we are trying to help others avoid. We’ve learned that our residents get personal fulfillment from this program. They get to know new people, and they are still able to give in a way that is meaningful and impactful, so this effort continues to enrich their lives.” For more information about the Seniors Helping Seniors program, email Rinnie Wood at RWood@Trezevantmanor.org or call 901.251.9223. Trezevant Manor is located in the heart of Memphis at 177 N. Highland.
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