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Thanksgiving Is the Time for Gratitude WE EMBRACE EACH HOLIDAY SEASON WITH HIGH EXPECTATIONS FOR A COZY AND FESTIVE TIME OF YEAR. Thanksgiving, being the holiday of gratitude, can actually lift our spirits by spending time with our families and friends. In our November issue, we were granted the honor of interviewing locally born NFL Cleveland Browns wide receiver, Donovan Peoples-Jones, on what Detroit means to

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him and how he celebrates Thanksgiving. We have expert tips on how to decorate your holiday table along with amazing beauty tips for the upcoming holiday season. We’ve also included a wonderful Thanksgiving side dish recipe from a locally renowned chef. The happiest and most grateful people know that life isn’t always easy, perfect or fair (especially during these most uncertain times). The question is not if life is fair, but if we can move on in spite of the fact that it isn’t. Thankfulness is more than just celebrating a delicious dinner with your family. It requires taking the time to pause and reflect. Once Thanksgiving Day is over, don’t let your sense of gratitude fade. Remember the positive. A gratitude habit is the gift that keeps giving.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE NOVEMBER 2021 FEATURES 14 Holiday Entertaining With Kyndra’s Kitchen Hosting Thanksgiving this year? No need to stress

18 A Power Lip Never Goes Out of Style Holiday beauty tips from Beauty Collective Salon

22 A Face Treat From Prim & Plush Owner Sarah Tankiewicz shares her story and favorite beauty trends

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28 NFL Receiver Donovan PeoplesJones Still Calls Detroit Home Spotlight on this Michigan born football star

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22 Local Limelight 28 Hometown Hero 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Culinary Creations

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Ernst Benz Charity Pink Party Fundraiser Benefitting Lace Up Detroit Ernst Benz hosted their third annual Lace Up Detroit charity event on September 1 in Birmingham. The Pink Party live auction and raffle raised more than $35,000 to support the Detroit-based charity’s mission to “make a difference in people’s lives one shoe at a time.” These proceeds will send new shoes to underserved women and children in the community.

Champion of Justice Award to Local Birmingham Lawyer On September 18 at Ford Field, Scott Goodwin was awarded the Champion of Justice award. His commitment to treating each client like family; along with protecting the civil justice system and Right to Trial by Jury, lent way to receiving this amazing accomplishment. Throughout his career, he has obtained incredible results with his legal skills, civility and compassion.

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FOOD & WINE

Hol iday Enter ta i n i n g Wit h Ky nd ra’s K itchen ARTICLE KYNDRA KELLY

I LOVE ENTERTAINING FOR THE HOLIDAYS; I LOOK FORWARD TO IT EVERY YEAR. Over the years, I’ve gotten larger gatherings down to a science, and have a few helpful tips to aid you in feeling more comfortable to host this year’s holiday get together. First and foremost, write your menu and grocery list out days or weeks in advance. This is helpful to feel prepared and less stressed. The last thing you want to worry about is forgetting something at the market! Set the table a day or two ahead of time, print out a menu and place cards for added pizazz. Battery operated string lights add a twinkle to your tablescape. Add mini pumpkins, candles and fresh flowers to make your table feel cozy and fresh. Keep the decorations low to the table, so you can see your guests. Most importantly, make as much ahead of time as you can. Make pies, sides and sauces in advance to keep the day of activities light and fun. I also like to make one drink option in bulk, such as spiced cider. It’s always a hit! Lastly, have fun! Feeling prepared relieves so much stress and allows you to have fun at your own gathering.

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HOSTING THANKSGIVING THIS YEAR? NO NEED TO STRESS.

Hi! I am Kyndra, a recipe developer and food stylist that enjoys cooking and baking all things yummy. I am a graduate of Le Cordon Bleu and have been sharing my recipes, tips and tricks for more than five years on Kyndra’s Kitchen. I am so excited to release my first cookbook, “Made With Love, Not Gluten” this year and share more than 70 recipes straight from my gluten free kitchen. Instagram: @kyndraskitchen www.Kyndraclaire.com

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Fall Apple Harvest Salad with Pumpkin Vinaigrette Here’s a recipe from my upcoming book, “Made With Love, Not Gluten” that I love to serve at all of my fall gatherings! + 2 cups fresh baby spinach + 2 cups baby butter lettuce + 1 cup chopped fresh kale + 1 cup watercress leaves + 2 red apples, chopped or sliced + 1/2 cup candied pecans + 1/8 cup roasted pepitas + 4 slices cooked bacon, chopped + 1/2 cup dried cranberries or cherries + Parmesan or crumbled bleu cheese Pumpkin Vinaigrette: + 1/2 cup olive oil (or combination of olive and hemp seed oil) + 1/4 cup sherry or white wine vinegar + 1/4 cup canned pumpkin puree + 2 tablespoons maple syrup + 1 teaspoon dijon mustard + 1/2 teaspoon crushed garlic + 1/2 teaspoon crushed dried thyme + Salt & pepper to taste In large jar with a lid, combine vinaigrette ingredients and shake well. Store in refrigerator until use. In large serving bowl, combine spinach, butter lettuce, chopped kale and watercress and toss. Top with apples, pecans, pepitas, bacon, cranberries and cheese. Drizzle with pumpkin vinaigrette to taste and serve. Store leftover vinaigrette in refrigerator for up to a week. Enjoy and happy holidays! 16

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LOCALLY OWNED

CARA HIDDING’S BEAUTY COLLECTIVE HAS BEEN

Monica Jadan has been a stylist for 25 years. She says, “I

MAKING PEOPLE BEAUTIFUL FOR A DECADE. An accom-

knew from a very young age (about 7) that I wanted to do hair

plished colorist and stylist, Cara has been recognized in Allure

and makeup.” As one of the very talented stylists at Beauty

Magazine (Top Professional in Detroit) and Style Magazine

Collective, we asked Monica to share some current tips and

(Best Colorist in Detroit).

trends to get us into that holiday hair and makeup state of mind.

With two salons in Birmingham and a new location in Utica, Cara and her team can cover all your glam squad needs: hair cut and color, the perfect mani/pedi, brow shaping and the makeup look for a special event…or your everyday. 18

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Birmingham Life: Is there a service that is your particular specialty? Monica Jadan: Hairstyling and makeup. I love tying them together for the total look.

ARTICLE STACY CONDE

BL: What are some of your fave current trends in beauty? MJ: I’m loving the clean skin/face look. Natural is always my favorite because it showcases everyone’s individual beauty. I’m also a fan of the power lip in any color!

HOLIDAY TIPS FROM BEAUTY COLLECTIVE SALON

LIP NEVER GOES OUT OF STYLE

A POWER

BL: Is there anyone (a celebrity, a famous makeup artist, etc.) who you are particularly inspired by? MJ: From a young age I was obsessed with MTV...back when they played music videos all day. I fell in love with the storytelling that cloth-

BL: What are you seeing as the latest looks for the holiday season? ing, hair and makeup could give. I was inspired by the way artists could MJ: Plum and burgundy lip shades will be gorgeous this holiday season.

drastically change their appearance by different makeup and hair styling!

And classic red never goes out of style. Also a pop of metallic shadow or

Prince will forever be my inspiration. A little rock ‘n’ roll edge goes

liner in a jewel tone or the classic gold and silver will be beautiful this season.

a long way!

Holidays are the perfect excuse to choose the fun colors and metallics we may skip over in our pallets for everyday wear.

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Lexy

BL: We’re thinking ahead to holiday parties.

Alessandrini also showcased some holiday hair

What are some festive things we can do to amp

tips for us.

up our look?

Beauty

Collective

hair

stylist

LA: Create lots of texture and make it fun by Birmingham Life: What are some of your current favorite hair trends?

adding tinsel. Accessorize with printed headbands or festive clips.

Lexy Alessandrini: I love blended blondes,

My model has 2 rows of Bellami hand tied

adding extensions for fullness and length and

extensions to add fullness to her already long

loose, fun ponytails.

hair. Her warm balayage compliments her green eyes and olive skin.

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT

a face treat from prim & plush OWNER SARAH TANKIEWICZ SHARES HER STORY AND FAVORITE BEAUTY TRENDS.

ARTICLE STACY CONDE PHOTOGRAPHY ALY DARIN

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" W e provide t he best t reatments around, h ands down, but we wanted t o level up our guests experience by adding lots of at tention t o det ail."

THOUGH IT WAS MANY MONTHS IN

From the insta-worthy, handmade pink

THE MAKING, BIRMINGHAM BEAUTY

flowered phone booth and pink neon signs to

EXPERT SARAH TANKIEWICZ OPENED

finishing touches like deliciously smelling sea-

THE DOORS TO PRIM & PLUSH IN THE

sonal candles, Prim & Plush has a modern, yet

MIDDLE OF A PANDEMIC.

super comfortable vibe that will make you relax

While it may seem an unlikely time to launch

and enjoy.

a new business, Sarah provided just what the

Prim & Plush’s four experienced, licensed

community needed in a time of stress and

estheticians are skilled in the salon’s signature

uncertainty: a bit of warm and fuzzy self-care.

offerings: lash extensions, lash lifting, lash tint-

She says, “The day after we opened, the second

ing, brow shaping, brow tinting and brow lam-

Michigan shutdown went into effect for nearly

ination. The salon’s new Skin Bar incorporates

four months! Thank goodness salons were able

a signature facial and dermaplaning. Sarah is

to remain open. We provide a space that makes

looking forward to bringing even more cutting

people feel good and are excited about, with

edge beauty treatments to the Midwest like

services that make them feel their best.”

the Hydrojelly mask that has taken the West

A long time beauty, health and wellness afi-

Coast by storm. The electrolyte-infused treat-

cionado, Sarah worked as a Registered Nurse

ment delivers powerful skincare nutrients with

in medical aesthetics for a decade before

ingredients that promote anti-aging and a

embarking on her own business. She says,

hydrating glow.

“The first treatment I performed was laser hair

We talked to Sarah about her favorite beauty

removal. I fell in love with what I consider to

trends and what she thinks will be hot looks for

be must have beauty services like lashes and

the holidays.

brows, so that was our starting point!” The top-notch treatments at Prim & Plush

Birmingham Life: What are your current fave trends in beauty?

are one part of the overall experience. The

Sarah Tankiewicz: Low maintenance, high

other key piece is the space itself. “We provide

impact – anything that provides a natural look

the best treatments around, hands down, but

to subtly enhance your beauty. Our skin ser-

we wanted to level up our guests’ experience

vices include our love for incorporating holistic

by adding lots of attention to detail.” Sarah

wellness into the beauty regimen. During our

explains, “During your visit you will enjoy a gor-

Prim & Plush Signature Facial our estheticians

geous space, a few sweet treats, a little inspiration and great music.”

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT (CONTINUED) use gua sha, ice globes and crystals to promote lymphatic drainage for a more contoured jawline that will calm and eliminate redness while promoting additional healing. You’ll start your Signature Facial by drawing an affirmation card to set the intention during your facial. Treat yourself, inside and out! BL: What are you seeing as the latest looks for the holiday season? ST: Skincare and clean beauty on-the-go are the latest trends. The no makeup look with glowing skin are what’s in. You’ll be naturally camera ready throughout the holiday season with holiday lashes and brows. Our Ultimate Lash + Brow Transformation includes our Lash Lift + Tint and our Brow Shape + Tint + Lamination. This is our most popular combo and the best overall transformation. It’s you ~ just way better resulting in longer, lifted lashes with extra dimension along with bolder & fluffier brows for up to eight weeks. BL: What do you have in store for our community? ST: We’ve onboarded our favorite skin services and treatment musts. We love partnering with local businesses for partnerships and community engagement. We’ve recently hosted pop-up events with The Barre Code and Fabrik. My personal favorite includes laser hair removal, just in time for the holidays! Stay tuned for so much more to come! Owner Sarah Tankiewicz

The Prim & Plush Team

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HOMETOWN HERO

NFL receiver donovan peoples-jones still calls detroit home ARTICLE KARIN EISENBERG

WE WERE THRILLED TO INTERVIEW DONOVAN PEOPLES-JONES OF THE CLEVELAND BROWNS WHO WAS BORN AND RAISED IN DETROIT. Birmingham Life: Describe what the Detroit area means to you. Donovan Peoples-Jones: The Detroit area means everything to me. It is my foundation and where it all began. My parents and I were born and raised there. My parents and grandparents have lived there, were educated there and held active roles in the community. Rooted in the culture, I participated in pop warner football, attended Southfield Christian K-8, Cass Tech HS and the University of Michigan. My agent, Vinnie Porter of Headline Sports Group, is also an U of M alumnus. When I am not in my NFL season, training or vacationing, I am home in Southfield regrouping and preparing. That is my base, home and safe haven. Detroit is my foundation and I am grateful! BL: With Thanksgiving coming up, what are you thankful for and how do you celebrate? DPJ: Thanksgiving is very special to me. I am personally thankful for the love, unyielding support and encouragement from my family and friends. I am thankful for the skills and opportunities that God has given me. I work hard daily to perfect my craft. I am blessed to live my dream. I choose to celebrate Thanksgiving with family and friends enjoying good food, laughter, games and dancing. Sometimes duty calls and the celebration is cut short like this year when I will be preparing for our Sunday game in Baltimore. 28

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THE DETROIT AREA MEANS EVERYTHING TO ME. IT IS MY FOUNDATION AND WHERE IT ALL BEGAN. I WANT TO BE ABLE TO GIVE BACK TO A COMMUNITY THAT HAS GIVEN ME EVERY OPPORTUNITY IN THE WORLD AND USE MY PLATFORM TO HELP AND GIVE HOPE TO THOSE IN NEED.

BL: What has the transition from the University of Michigan to the Cleveland Browns been like so far? DPJ: The transition has been exciting, coupled with some

BL: To move away from football a bit, we have seen quite a few dance videos, end zone dances and even a roller skating video on your social media. Where did you learn how to dance?

anxiety. COVID-19 and the global pandemic impacted my

DPJ: [Laughs] I enjoy being creative. I love to dance. It is a form of

rookie year with unpredictable circumstances. However, my

expression for me. And…as for who taught me to dance, I am self-

NFL year 1 was a great learning experience and a great start

taught! I am always looking to get better and create something spe-

to my career. In reflection, I value the transition process from

cial. Hopefully, I can do that multiple times this year in the end zone!

student athlete at the University of Michigan to becoming a

BL: Lastly, your agent told me that you have plans and intend

professional football player. This has always been my dream,

on giving back to your high school (Cass Tech) and Mott’s

so it is a surreal experience and being drafted to the Cleveland

Children’s Hospital, amongst others. Can you speak about your

Browns is the cherry on top.

philanthropic endeavors?

BL: What are your goals in the game of football?

DPJ: It’s all about the kids for me. I want to be able to help kids

DPJ: I want to be the best player that I can be. I want to help my

in the Detroit area that are disadvantaged and lift the spirits of kids

team win a Super Bowl and bring a championship to the city of

that are sick. I want to be able to give back to a community that has

Cleveland. The Browns drafted me, believed in me and now I want

given me every opportunity in the world and use my platform to help

to help the Browns organization win a championship.

and give hope to those in need.

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A holiday spectacular unlike any other, featuring trees, wreaths, tablescapes centerpieces and more! Enjoy kids crafts each day, plus you can bring your own camera for photos with Santa from 12 - 5 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday. Admission is free. Visit downtownrochestermi.com/calendar/2021/11/20/ festival-of-trees for more information.

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roasted sq uash & br ussel sprouts WOW YOUR GUESTS WITH THIS THANKSGIVING SIDE DISH.

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Ingredients

+ 1 pound delicata squash (you can also use butternut squash) + 2 pounds of fresh Brussels sprouts + 2 tablespoons olive oil + 1 teaspoon salt + 1/4 teaspoon paprika + 1/4 teaspoon pepper + 1-3/4 cups pecan halves + 1/4 cup maple syrup + 3 tablespoons butter

Directions

+ Preheat your oven to 375°. + While your oven is preheating, cut the squash lengthwise into quarters and remove and discard any seeds. Cut each quarter crosswise into 1/2 inch slices and discard ends. Trim and halve Brussels sprouts. + Place squash and Brussels sprouts in a large bowl. Drizzle with oil and then sprinkle with salt, paprika and pepper, and toss to coat. Transfer to 2 foil-lined 15x10x1 inch baking pans. + Roast for 30-35 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. + Meanwhile, in a dry large skillet, toast pecans over medium-low heat for 6-8 minutes or until lightly browned, stirring frequently. Add syrup and butter; cook and stir until butter is melted. + Sprinkle vegetables with pecan mixture; gently toss to combine.

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