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DECEMBER 2016
inally the end of 2016 has wrapped up and we’re moving forward into another year. I always look forward to this season. It seems like days that have been moving so fast for months finally slow down as busy work schedules have subsided to family gatherings and holiday festivity. We come together to celebrate the year that has been, and prepare for all of the new opportunities the next one will bring.
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DARREN PUSATERI RETURNS TO THE SQUEAKY BEAN FARM + TABLE AS EXECUTIVE CHEF
NEW CITY-WIDE ART CELEBRATION AND JURIED EXHIBITION Art District on Santa Fe is thrilled to announce To Denver, With Love, a NEW celebration of Denver's growing creative community designed to elevate art, showcase talent, encourage collaboration and innovation, honor our city, and most of all, to inspire. Art is all around us and touches every aspect of our lives—and we’re on a mission to raise awareness of its impact. The community is invited to share photography, painting, murals, screen prints, sculpture, poetry and prose that expresses what art means to our city, through each person's unique vision and experience. Members of all Denver neighborhoods and creative districts are encouraged to participate.
The Squeaky Bean Farm + Table is extremely happy to introduce
Participation is open to all residents of Denver and regional
their new Executive Chef, Darren Pusateri. Pusateri was part of the
neighbors, but the subject matter must pertain to Denver. A jury
kitchen team that opened The Squeaky Bean in its current LoDo
comprised of some of Denver’s top cultural leaders -- includ-
location in June 2012, and after several years cooking and staging in
ing Gwen Chanzit, Denver Art Museum curator of modern art;
other kitchens, he is now returning as Executive Chef. Pusateri has
Mark Sink, co-founder of MCA Denver and founder of Month of
already introduced a new fall menu that features rustic comfort food
Photography Denver; Rick Griffith,Denver Commisioner of Cultural
highlighting the seasonal flavors of autumn, and showcasing produce
Affairs and owner of Matter; Jolt, muralist and leader of Westword's
grown by The Squeaky Bean partner Josh Olsen, at the farm Olsen
Artopia; Brian Corrigan, founder of Oh Heck Yeah and Amy Phare,
manages at Warren Tech in Lakewood, “Acres”.
Board President of Art District on Santa Fe-- will select the winning
Chef Pusateri is a veteran of the restaurant and hospitality industry, starting work at age 13 as a dishwasher in his family's south Florida
submissions who will be honored in a pop-up exhibition and commemorative coffee table book in 2017.
restaurant. Always knowing that he wanted to become a chef, Pusateri
Anyone is welcome to submit art and written word for consider-
enrolled at the Florida Culinary Institute after high school while also
ation, including Instagram photographers, amateur artists, profes-
working as a Commis Chef at the prestigious Ritz Carlton Hotel in
sional artists, galleries and community organizations. Each online
Palm Beach. After graduating culinary school he earned another
submission requires a $35 entry fee. Details about required
degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management from Lynn University
submission dimensions, resolution and word count are detailed
in Boca Raton, and since then, has cooked in many restaurants
here: ToDenverWithLove.org
including the Ritz-Carlton, several of Daniel Boulud's restaurants, Frasca Food and Wine, Elway's in the Ritz-Carlton, Izakaya Den and Ototo Den, Gallo Di Nero, and most recently, TAG Restaurant and Guard and Grace. “I’ve always been passionate about using the freshest produce and products that can be found, and letting the natural flavors shine through,” Pusateri said. “It’s a really exciting opportunity to work with Josh and Acres, to bring veggies and herbs grown just a few miles away to the plate.” “Chef Darren is a rock star,” said Squeaky Bean partner Johnny “Beans” Ballen. “He’s worked in some of the best kitchens in Europe, in the U.S, and in Colorado. The three of us (me, Josh and Darren) have been friends for years, and he’s also passionate about the “transFARMative” cuisine we serve here. We couldn’t be more excited to have him back, now taking the helm as Executive Chef.” TheSqueakyBean.com
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Artful Arrangements A GUIDE TO WINTER FLORAL DECOR
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lum Sage Flowers, located in the Highlands neighborhood, is a Denver gem. Founded in 2005 by current owner, Erin Hornstein, the Plum Sage team has grown to include Elizabeth Gotsdiner who has worked
with flowers for over 14 years, and Mallory Hight, a Boulder local who grew up taking care of flowers sold at her family’s hardware store. Put together, the team offers an abundance of energy, personality, and creativity, all of which is palpable upon stepping into the store.
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The shop specializes in wedding arrangements but will create pieces for just about anything - from corporate gatherings to a simple accent for your dinner table. Plum Sage also offers quarterly floral arranging classes, and Lifestyle had the privilege of attending one which focused on late-autumn and winter arrangements. The class was a complete delight. Upon entering we were greeted by Wesley, the store’s new shop puppy who is just learning to handle his new-found customer-relation responsibilities. The smells of wine and fresh cheese wafted through the air, and the space was filled with the laughter of boisterous women, mainly brides-to-be, or women looking for an activity to jazz up a weekday night. Everyone, including myself, was happy to be there. Both the fall and the winter arrangements included fresh and very carefully chosen ingredients. For the fall arrangement, Plum Sage supplied carolina sapphire, nandina foliage, and bay leaf, along with Combo roses for the focal blooms, disbud mums accent blooms, and dried pasta wheat to add a bit of texture to the piece. The winter arrangement used cedar, boxwood, and carolina sapphire for the foliage element of the arrangement, O’Hara garden roses for the focal blooms, parrot tulips for accent blooms, and cotton to create some texture. It’s a testament both to the beauty of nature and the expertise behind the Plum Sage team that, despite our fumblings, all of the resulting arrangements were gorgeous. SPECIAL THANKS TO THE HIGHLANDS NEIGHBORHOOD:
• Plum Sage Flowers for hosting the class. • Mondo Vino for providing delicious wine. & • Cheese+Provisions for the platter of small bites and cheeses.
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Inspired By
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• Seek out fresh foliage/ blooms, either from browsing through your neighborhood flower shop, or taking a walk with a pair of clippers through a nearby park
Do–It–Yourself
for pretty foliage. When shopping, look for upright (i.e. non-droopy) healthy blooms without bruising, and green stems without brown or mildew (a sign of age). • Find a vessel you love. A good place to look for containers is Ikea, West Elm or a craft store.
Here’s some advice from those at Plum
• Buy some floral foam to fill your vessel and cut the foam to size with a knife
Sage on creating your own arrangements.
edge. (You can purchase floral foam at Michaels or from Amazon.) Note: When you soak the foam, fill your sink with water and let the foam float on top. Allow it to slowly sink into the water and fill on it's own. This will allow the foam to soak entirely and prevent dry pockets from forming inside. • For design, try using foliage to first fill in your vessel and conceal the flower foam. Play with texture, draping and symmetry. There are no rules! Just enjoy the process. Note: Try not to rearrange pieces too much once you have inserted them into the foam... the more holes the foam has in it, the weaker it will become and you will lose the "anchor". • Next, add your large, "focal" blooms. These are the blooms that are the "centerpiece" of your arrangement. As with the foliage, cut bloom stems at a diagonal angle, clean off about 1/2 to 1" of the stem, and insert it into foam. If you are using roses, insert the stem into the foam quickly after you trim the stem, otherwise the stem will begin to "scab," and the bloom will have a difficult time taking up water. • After you've added the primary blooms, go ahead and add your accent blooms! Again, the same process applies when trimming the stems/inserting blooms into the foam. Place these in the negative space between your focal blooms. • If you would like, you can finish by adding texture to your piece! For the fall arrangements, we added texture with dried wheat, and for the winter arrangements, we added some texture with cotton stems. We also added gourds that worked with the respective color schemes. We simply used a wooden pick to anchor the gourd into the edge of the foam/vessel. • You're all set! Add a little bit of water daily to keep your arrangement as fresh as possible, and enjoy!
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R AW E L EG A N C E
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THE GIFT LIST The annual local gift guide that just made your list a little longer.
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he holidays and giving are synonymous. Yes - gifts are an obvious part of that equation but it’s not the only way we give this season.
We also give through CONNECTING. It’s finally the time of year where sched-
ule’s slow down and there’s time to give to friends, family and the local community. As part of our annual local gift guide, we included categories of places people connect. We all come together at home. Maybe huddling around the fireplace, snuggled on the couch or laughing together at the dinner table. We come together at an art studio. Artist’s find meaning connecting with their work, and sharing their perspectives with others. We come together on outdoor adventures. Discovering a relationship with mother nature and sharing memories through wild experiences. We come together to gather, eat, drink and be merry. Give to your local community and give yourself to your loved ones. And when getting your holiday shopping done, don’t forget to keep it local. ~Happy Holidays~
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Alpine Modern | Match Stacks Backyard Creatures | $20.00 Alpine Modern | Lambswool Beanie Red | $55.00 Heloise | I Love Gorgeous Love Vest | $116 Heloise | Tartine & Chocolat Marin Dress | $112 Heloise | Joyfolir Sparkly Gold Kaitlin Booties | $84 Two Hands Paperie | Gnome Crayon Set | $10
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THE GIFT LIST (CON TI N UED) Atlas Valley | Sertodo Copper Cups | $38 Blackbelly | Cookbook ‘Buck, Buck, Moose’ | $32 Cured | Bjorn’s Propolis Honey | $22 Cured | Rancho Gordo Hot Sauce | $7.45 Cured’s House Cocktail Bitters | Local Colorado Peach and Cherry Flavors | $13.5ea Logan Coffee House | Double Wall Stainless Steel French Press, by X-Chef | $25 Logan Coffee House | Bottle of Jingle Beans - Holiday Roast | $15. Savory Spice Shop | Spice Tubes •Black Onyx Chocolate Sugar - $7.00 (Denver & Boulder stores); $7.85 (web) •Cinnamon Sugar Tableside Sprinkle - $4.95 (Denver & Boulder stores); $5.25 (web) •Mulling Spices - $6.15 (Denver & Boulder stores); $6.50 (web) •Pike's Peak Butcher's Rub - $5.80 (Denver & Boulder stores); $6.50 (web) •Vanilla Bean Sugar - $7.00 (Denver & Boulder stores); $7.85 (web) Two Hands Paperie | Cards with Wooden Spoons
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Blackbelly | Finocchiona Sausage | $34.99/lb. Blackbelly | Housemade Blackbelly Caramel Popcorn | $6 Blackbelly | Homemade Diablo Sauce | $6.50 Cured | Jean Vier Cochon Dish Towel - other colors/patterns available | $24.75 Cured | Artisanal Board Custom Cured Cheese Paddle | $80 Cured | Opinel Knives - plain, a boar etched and a big | $30, $32, $38 Cured | Jojo’s Sriracha | $13.95 Cured | OmNom Chocolate | $12.75 Cured | Lineage Seeds Local Seed Set 3pk. | $12 Haven | Whiskey Rocks | $15 Hazel & Dewey | Cast Iron Skillet with Lid by Finex Retails | $270 Savory Spice Shop | Spice to Plate Cookbook | $24.95 (Denver & Boulder stores + web) Spices from Savory Spice Shop Voss Art + Home | Silver Antler Head Bottle Stopper | $11 Yore | Craft Design Technology Scissors​| $54
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ADVENTURE Alpine Modern | Lambswool Beanie Red | $55 Alpine Modern | Trademark Thermal Bottle Black Matte | $24 Alpine Modern | Norwegian Wood Chopping Stacking | $24.95 Alpine Modern | Opinel N08 Knife Olivewood Handle & Sheath in Wooden Gift Box | $54.00 Blackbelly | Housemade Blackbelly Granola | $6 Topo Designs |Heavyweight Work Shirt | $129 Two Hands Paperie | Waxed Canvas Lunchbox Two Hands Paperie | Local Handmade Tree Stationery Voss Art & Home | We Took To the Woods SM Candle | $45 Zeal Optics | Eclipse Dark Night – MSRP | $259
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Alpine Modern | Bird Call Duck Mallard | $45.00 Cured | W&P Copper Flask | $40 Fjallraven | Nordic Heater Hat | $80 Phunkshun | Infinity Scarves | $30 Topo Designs | Day Pack | $149 Two Hands Paperie | Handmade Medieval Leather journal $60-$145 Two Hands Paperie | Visconti Rembrandt Fountain Pen | $160
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THE GIFT LIST (CON TI N UED) A-Line Boutique | IRO Han Leather Moto Jacket, Light Brown (more colors available) | $1,221 A-Line Boutique | STYLEBONE Single Wrap Chain 39" Gold/Black Carbon | $225 A-Line Boutique | RAG & BONE Francesca Cashmere Beanie | $175 A-Line Boutique | GEM & BLUE Tiny Bar Earrings in Rose Gold | $35 AILLEA | Celebrate Candle | $32 AILLEA | OSMIA Himalayan Body Buff | $42 AILLEA | Sea Sponge | $20 AILLEA | Petite Bath Salts | $16 Goldyn | Pamela Love: Small Tribal Spike Necklace | $198 Voss Art + Home | Bottle Brush Tree Ornament Set | $15 Voss Art + Home | Colorful Ball | $12.50
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A-Line Boutique | RAG & BONE Francesca Cashmere Mitten | $150 Atlas Valley | Whiskey A.D. Laws AVP Exclusive Barrel 169 | $69.99 Atlas Valley | Nachtman Tumblers | $19.90 Eleanor | White + Warren Cashmere Travel Wrap | $304 Eleanor | Rebecca Minkoff Real Fur Pom | $40 Nod & Rose | Parker Dusseau Men’s Dress Shirt | $145 Voss Art & Home | Ombre Ornaments | $20 Walters & Hogsett | TUDOR: Black Bay Bronze | $3,975 Walters & Hogsett | Sethi Couture: Stacking Rings starting at $1,100 Willow | Nickho Rey Peacock Earring, Oxidized Sterling, Black Spinel | $188 Willow | Lera Jewels Classic Oval Pendant, Diamond, Leather | $1250 Willow | Daniella Lehavi Sheffield, Silver/Black, Medium | $325
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THE GIFT LIST (CON TI N UED)
Amelia Davis, Two Hands Full | Pinchers | Two-Hands-Full.com | $8 each Amelia Davis, Two Hands Full | Burly Tumbler | Two-Hands-Full.com | $33 Annie Herzig Illustration | Cactus Botanical Print | AnnieHerzig.com | $20 for 8x10 Annie Herzig Illustration | 5x7 Custom Portrait (Pet or Person) | AnnieHerzig.com | $50 (add $10 per additional subject) Eleanor | Bloom Jewelry Large Square Black Diamond earrings | $293 Kelly Degnan | Kelly Degnan Studio Hand-painted Porcelain Ornament | KellyDegnanStudio.com | $20 Kelly Degnan | Limited Edition Kelly Degnan Studio Capris from Shebeest | SheBeest.com | $70 Todd Reed Jewelry | Todd Reed Cuff, Bangles, Ring | Price upon request Voss Art + Home | Bottle Brush Tree Ornament Set | $15 Wendy Talmon, Wandertree | Wandertree Wall Hanging | Wandertree.com | $48
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Amelia Davis, Two Hands Full | Bolo III | Two-Hands-Full.com | $46 Amelia Davis, Two Hands Full | Creamer IV | Two-Hands-Full.com | $28 Amelia Davis, Two Hands Full | Moonlight Tumbler | Two-Hands-Full.com | $38 Eleanor | Gold Circle Fringe earrings | $125 Kelly Deegan | Kelly Degnan Studio Framed Original Work on Paper | KellyDegnanStudio.com | Starting at $80 Nod & Rose | Tay Ham Card | $5 Smithklein Gallery | Kevin Box - Red Pony, Bronze Smithklein Gallery | Lousie Peterson - Great Dane, Bronze Smithklein Gallery | Jeannine Young - La Petite femme, Bronze Voss Art + Home | Bottle Brush Tree Ornament Set | $15
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In collaboration with Beth Armijo, Armijo Design Group
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DIY
THAT'S A WRAP
WE ASKED OUR FRIENDS DOWN AT ALPINE MODERN HOW THEY PERFECTED THE CRAFT OF WRAPPING. HERE ARE THEIR STEPS FOR TURNING A GIFT INTO A PICTURE PERFECT PRESENT.
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e believe in quiet design in all things, including our gift wrapping. With
this in mind we select simple, yet elegant, wrapping material. This includes a medium-weight dark green paper with a subtle stripe, classic black ribbon, an Alpine Modern sticker. Sharp scissors and double sided tape are necessary to achieve the clean look.
ARTICLE LAUREN MCGOWAN | PHOTOGRAPHY COLLEEN KELLY
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If you can put your gift in a box it's a huge help in giving you a firm work space and
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Cut enough paper to fit your package. A great cheat is to use gridded wrapping paper.
Tucking under edges and creasing firmly gives your package a nice sharp edge and polished look.
Once your sides are in place, it's time to cut your ribbon. We keep it simple here, too - no bows or frills just a flat angled edge, taped down.
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Double-sided tape is one trick that we use at Alpine Modern to make our packages have a seamless elegance.
Folding in the sides is an important step that takes a minute to finesse— don't rush this. Hug the paper so it's snug to the box, and make a sharp crease. Use the double-sided tape to make everything lay nice and flat.
Just where the ribbon edges meet we add an Alpine Modern sticker to complete the package. If you're wrapping at home, consider finding some fun stickers to add a little whimsey to your gift wrapping.
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BOULDER • CHERRY CREEK www.ILoveRags.com
It doesn’t have to be new to be perfect.
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BEAUTY THE LOVELY LADIES AT LIVE LOVE LASH SHOWS US HOW TO INCORPORATE THE FRESHEST MAKEUP TRENDS INTO A DAY-TO-NIGHT ROUTINE.
TREND REPORT ARTICLE RILEY COWING | HAIR + MAKEUP SHANNON WELLS & MEREDITH FONG | PHOTOGRAPHY COLLEEN KELLY
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estled in Cherry Creek is Live Love Lash, a lash studio that offers
Matte Lipstick in Matte Crimson) and pinned back the model’s hair
services such as Xtreme Lash Eyelash Extensions, microblading,
on one side to show off the winged liner. An easy way to make a
spray tans and much more. Walk into Live Love Lash and you are
natural look more dramatic.
greeted by women ready to help you feel beautiful and empowered in whatever format possible. “I love being surrounded by such a supportive and talented group of women,” says Communications Coordinator and Brand Manager Meredith Fong. “My work has allowed me to explore my talents, grow my skills and continue to learn.”
COPPER SMOKEY EYE
Fong felt that the color copper stood out in terms of this season’s trends, inspiring her two looks. First, she applied Xtreme Lashes® GlideLiner Long Lasting Eye Pencil in Gold all over the lid followed by mid toned eyeshadow
Fond and Shannon Wells, a certified Xtreme Lashes lash stylist
from Glo Minerals Eye Shadow Trio in Copper Sheen. Next, she
and makeup artist, conceptualized four day-to-night looks drawing
applied a dark shade on the outer half of the lid, bringing the
inspiration from the holiday season and its warm winter glow.
eyeshadow up to the crease. Then, she applied Xtreme Lashes® GlideLiner in Plum and then Black along the lash line. To add
FRESH GLOW
dimension, she added the darkest shade from Glo Minerals Eye
First, Wells utilized a shimmery neutral palate, Shag and Scratch by
Shadow Trio in Mulberry in the outer corner of the eye and to the
Urban Decay and Sahara Sun by Clinique, to give the look depth. Then
outer 2/3s of the lower lash line. Finally, she applied the light-
applied a liquid highlighter (Clinique Up-Lighting in natural) giving an
est shade from the Copper Sheen trio to the inner corner of the
even and dense highlight. Wells added definition to the brows with Glo
eye and under the brow bone. The look was finished with Xtreme
Minerals Precise Micro Browliner in Ash. Lastly, Wells lined the bottom
Lashes® Length & Volume mascara.
waterline with white eyeliner to make the eye color pop. COPPER SMOKEY EYE WITH BOLD LIP GLOW WITH A POP
Fong drew inspiration from another trend -- the Gothic lip. She
This look was inspired by Sandra Dee of Grease! First, Wells
applied Glo Minerals Lipstick in Bordeaux and then darkest shade of
created dark, winged eyeliner (Glo Minerals cream eyeliner in
the Glo Minerals Mulberry trio for dark, dramatic color. The look was
Ebony). Then, she added a vibrant red lip (Clinique Long Last Soft
finished off with shine from Glo Minerals in Black Cherry.
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Fresh Glow
Glow with a Pop
FOR THE LOVE OF LASHES An easy way to add that extra 'umph' to your look are lashes. Forget the falsies, here are the deets on lash extensions. • Lash extensions provide extra lift sans the inconvenience of applying false eyelashes. They make lashes look long, lush and dark. • The extensions are typically made from a synthetic fiber blend. • They are applied at a salon, like Live Love Lash, one at a time with
Copper Smokey Eye
Copper Smokey eye w/ bold lip
semi-permanent adhesive that doesn’t damage the natural lash. Applying a full set could take up to two hours; recommended maintenance is a touch up every two to four weeks. • Extensions are designed to shed with the natural growth cycle of lashes, which varies per person. • The biggest myth is that lash extensions ruin your own lashes. They do not. If applied correctly and properly, they are safe and do not ruin the health of your natural lashes.
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selling your home IN WINTER 'Tis the season! Regardless of the cooler weather, buyers are not backing out of the market and demand remains at levels seen over the summer months. Days on market from listing to under contract is still 1/3 of the average time to sell in the last decade.
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List your home this winter to: 1) Capture serious buyers: Buyers looking in the winter months are serious about finding a home; 2) Take advantage of the emotional highs of the holiday season: Buyers are more likely to pay your asking price during this time of the year; 3) Capitalize on a strong seller’s market: Less homes on the market means motivated buyers have fewer options, resulting in increased sales prices; and 4) Show your home at its best: Houses show better when they are decorated for the holidays!
• Team members in all 50 states, as well as in 21 countries around the world • Members of Proxio Pro: International MLS and elite network of luxury agents At every turn, we demonstrate our commitment to long-lasting relationships and securing your bespoke lifestyle choices. Wherever you are considering a residential real estate transaction, take your trusted advisory team with you…and bring your greatest expectations.
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You do not need to wait for warmer weather to return to the Metro area before deciding to list your home: Every year 40% of homes (or more) sell in the “off-season.” As your neighbor we aspire to be of service to you, whether you’re considering selling your home to ring in the new year or simply want to discuss the current market in-depth. Good tidings we bring, to you and your kin… Happy Holidays!
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Sold Properties
Significant Sales | Influential Neighborhoods Neighborhood
List Price
Sold Price
%Sold/List
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Bdrms Baths
992 S Franklin St, Washington Park
$3,500,000
$3,325,000
95%
120
5
6
255 Gaylord St, Denver Country Club
$2,899,000
$2,870,600
99%
7
5
6
108 Glenmoore Dr, Cherry Hills
$2,850,000
$2,300,000
81%
232
5
8
458 Adams St, Cherry Creek North
$2,500,000
$2,300,000
92%
5
4
5
155 N Marion St, Denver Country Club
$2,300,000
$2,300,000
100%
1
4
5
2400 Alexander Ave, Greenwood Village
$2,199,000
$1,900,000
86%
111
5
6
15 Huntwick Ln, Cherry Hills
$2,015,000
$1,900,000
94%
112
7
7
3035 Ohio Way, Bonnie Brae
$2,250,000
$1,900,000
84%
88
4
5
273 S Monroe St, Cherry Creek
$1,795,000
$1,745,000
97%
10
5
5
765 Leyden St, Hilltop
$1,700,000
$1,675,000
99%
127
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6
977 S High St, Washington Park
$1,700,000
$1,635,000
96%
61
4
5
60 Jersey St, Crestmoor
$1,799,000
$1,565,000
87%
113
4
5
3390 E Kentucky Ave, Belcaro
$1,599,000
$1,557,500
97%
6
3
3
115 S Jasmine St, Crestmoor
$1,695,000
$1,520,000
90%
104
6
6
23 South Ln, Cherry Hills
$1,750,000
$1,500,000
86%
174
5
5
3000 Ohm Way, Bonnie Brae
$1,595,000
$1,495,000
94%
14
4
4
3360 E Kentucky Ave, Belcaro
$1,799,000
$1,394,425
78%
14
4
4
2350 E Willamette Ln, Greenwood Village
$1,695,000
$1,373,000
81%
141
5
7
923 S Corona St, Washington Park
$1,365,000
$1,325,000
97%
65
5
4
100 S Jackson St, Cherry Creek
$1,395,000
$1,310,000
94%
25
4
4
4090 S Clermont St, Cherry Hills
$1,275,000
$1,210,000
95%
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5
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333 Josephine St #1, Cherry Creek
$1,199,000
$1,100,000
92%
96
3
4
158 S Forest St, Hilltop
$1,250,000
$1,065,000
85%
119
5
4
244 S Gilpin St, Washington Park
$1,029,000
$1,050,000
102%
2
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4
6536 E Ida Ave, Greenwood Village
$1,100,000
$1,040,000
95%
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listing
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W
hat truly sets this crossover utility vehicle (CUV), the 2017 INFINITI QX30 apart from other CUV’s and SUV’s, is the driving experience. One will immediately feel a heightened sense of connection with the
road, allowing any driver to feel more confident. I immediately appreciated the responsiveness, ability to grip tight turns, and the 2.0L turbo pick- up was a welcomed energy boost. For their first infusion, INFINITI has produced a crossover in harmony with Mercedes-Benz. The QX30 has an innovative body style that competitors seem to have lost over time, with incredible power beneath the hood. The interior shifter, seating, and dashboard is also reflective of the Mercedes- Benz GLA.
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WE TOOK A RIDE IN THE NEW 2017 INFINITI QX30 AND IT WILL MAKE YOU WANT TO CROSSOVER. The LED eyebrow headlights are striking in both design and luminal output. While the QX30 is considered a crossover, the overall body is smaller, imploring one to consider it more of a ‘micro-crossover.’ More sleek and with greater horsepower than the Audi Q3, which will likely be the INFINITI QX30’s toughest competitor. The INFINITI QX30 offers a four year, 60,000 mile bumper to bumper warranty, a ten thousand mile advantage, on average, over other vehicles in its class. For price-conscious consumers, the QX30 ECO mode in an excellent choice for those wishing to increase fuel economy in the city; and starting at $35,395 for the AWD model, the low cost for high luxury is incomparable. The QX30 is capable of any excursion and is equipped with three drive modes; manual, economy, and sport. This 2.0L turbo achieves 33 MPG on the highway, and when combined with the responsiveness of manual-mode, this crossover eagerly devours the steep, tight curves of the mountain terrain. Passenger safety has never been more important, so INFINITI has employed its best technology to predict danger, and help to minimize accidents. While compact, the crossover ensures safety with impact zones in the front and rear of the vehicle to absorb any impact. Along with releasing their first CUV model, INFINITI has developed new exterior color options to further set
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them apart from general competitors; while appealing to a broader spectrum, of prospective buyers. These
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revved up color options are reflective of how INFINITI has considered every design aspect with the release of this new model in their lineup. Unique options such as the Technology Package includes; intelligent cruise control, lane departure warning, emergency braking and a 360˚ view. In order to accomplish this the vehicle has 12 sensors and 4 cameras installed around the vehicle’s perimeter. The same innovative engineering responsible for the QX30’s agility, also allows for hands free parking. Pure luxury, at your service. Come test drive at INFINITI OF DENVER | 2990 S Havana St, Aurora, CO | InfinitiOfDenver.com
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DECEMBER 2 A CHRISTMAS CAROL STAGE THEATRE Essential to the holiday season in Denver, A Christmas Carol promises to “warm your heart and renew your holiday spirit” according to the Examiner. Based on Charles Dickens’ classic novel, this joyous and opulent musical adaptation traces money-hoarding skinflint Ebenezer Scrooge’s triumphant overnight journey to redemption. A Christmas Carol illuminates the meaning of the holiday season in a way that has resonated for generations. DenverCenter.org
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DECEMBER 3 SOAP'S & CIDER SPINSTER SISTERS CO Come get your holiday gifts at Spinster Sisters and support local charities while you shop! On this Charitable Shopping Day 10% of all proceeds will be donated to the Colorado State Beekeeper's Association. We're
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also serving cider and cookies and will have a DIY salt soak station for kids and adults to mix their own scents. SpinsterSistersCo.com
DECEMBER 8 - 11 DISNEY ON ICE: WORLDS OF ENCHANTMENT PEPSI CENTER Enter the dazzling world of Disney magic LIVE ON ICE! Rev up for non-stop fun with four of your favorite Disney stories at CONTINUED >
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Lifestyle Calendar (CON TI N UED) Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Enchantment. Thrill to high-speed stunts as Lightning McQueen and the crew of Disney•Pixar’s Cars race across the ice! Dive into adventure with Ariel and The Little Mermaid’s undersea kingdom. The toys are back in town with heroic action when Buzz, Woody, Jessie and the Disney•Pixar Toy Story gang escape Sunnyside Daycare in their most daring adventure! ColoradoEventsToday.com
DECEMBER 8 ADULT UPCYCLED ART WORKSHOP SHOW OF HANDS Put down those cute little paint brushes and pick up a hammer and power tools and join southern folk artist Alan Moore for a upcycled art workshop. Alan will have all kinds of unique items you can use to make one-of-a-kind works of art including vintage soda cans, antique buttons, bottle caps, weathered metals, rustic woods, piano parts, and much more.
DECEMBER 10 WINTER FEST ON FILLMORE FILLMORE PLAZA The Cherry Creek North Business Improvement District invites you to experience the true joy of the holiday season at the inaugural Winter Fest on Fillmore. This celebration will transform Fillmore Plaza into a winter wonderland with live ice sculpting, warm beverages, fire pits, great music, entertainment, and more. Winter Fest is a free, family-friendly event. See you there! CherryCreekNorth.com
DECEMBER 31 JAX FISH HOUSE & OYSTER BAR NEW YEARS EVE DINNER JAX FISH HOUSE & OYSTER BAR Jax LoDo is celebrating the start of 2017 with a special prix fixe menu on New Year’s Eve. The four course feast of sustainably caught seafood will be $75 per person, and will also be served a la carte at the bar. Optional wine pairings will be available as well. JaxFishHouse.com
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Parting Thoughts
SIPS & SMORGASBORDS
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HOLIDAY FOOD & WINE PAIRINGS
T
he holidays are a time to gather around the table and enjoy the great unifier that is delicious, savory food. If you’re also looking to imbibe in some literal holiday spirits
this year, elevate your holiday meals with expert wine pairings to get more out of your favorite holiday flavors. The Vineyard Wine Shop is celebrating its 45th year in their Cherry Creek North location, and their devoted local following will tell you they set the standard in quality, value, and selection in the area. Wine Buyer Nathan Gordon notes that there are many things you can do with wine pairings around popular holiday dishes. “Food and wine pairings are about choosing a wine with components that comple-
ment the food you’re pairing it with,” says Gordon. “Around the holidays, when several courses hit your plate at the same time, you want a wine that’s nimble and versatile.
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Choosing a wine that works well with everything on the table makes more sense than
By expert wine buyer at Vineyard Wine shop
trying to go dish by dish with your pairings.”
Nathan Gordon
If your holiday plate is a conglomeration of courses blended in a heap of gravy-drenched delicious, choose a wine with bright acidity, such as a dry Riesling, Burgundian Pinot Noir, or Gamay from one of Beaujolais’ Cru villages. That vibrant acidity will cleanse and enliven the palate, allowing you to enjoy each bite in all its flavorful glory. Take palate cleansing to the next level and incorporate sparkling wine and Champagne into your holiday meals. Not just for toasting with, Champagne’s bubbles cleanse the palate even more fully, making it a versatile choice throughout your feast. Craving a hearty main dish? Bolder red wines, like Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa or Bordeaux, or Tempranillo from Spain’s Rioja and Ribera del Duero regions, pair well with a
• Kühling-Gillot Quinterra Riesling Trocken 2014 Rheinhessen, Germany $21 • Dutraive Clos de la Grand’Cour Fleurie 2015 Beaujolais, France $28 • Convexity Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 Napa Valley, California $44 • Lopez de Heredia Viña Tondonia Reserva 2003 Rioja, Spain $52 • Domaine Lionnet Cornas Terre Brulée 2005 Rhône Valley, France $65
rib roast or other fatty meats. If you’re spicing things up in a meat dish with North African
• Broadbent 5 Year Old Madeira $26
or Middle Eastern heat, pair it with a wine with savory spice notes, such as Syrah.
• Ferreira 10 Year Tawny Port $29
For dessert, think about Madeira if indulging in pumpkin pie or anything rich with seasonal spices. Tawny Ports work wonderfully with chocolate or anything with a nutty edge, and a Vintage or Ruby Port is especially delicious with chocolate desserts that incorporate berries. For when you’re frosting sugar cookies or indulging in a custardy treat, try a late-harvest sweet wine from Sauternes or Tokaj. No matter the dishes you’re prepping this holiday season, take the opportunity to pair it with a carefully selected wine to give your holiday meal a little extra liquid cheer. 54
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• Cockburns 1977 Vintage Port $155 • Doisy-Védrines Sauternes 1975 Bordeaux, France $99 • Oremus Tokaji Aszu 5 Puttonyos 2006 Tokaj, Hungary $79
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