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INSIDE THE ISSUE OCTOBER 2019

FEATURES 12 Dynamic Kitchen Designs A Closer Look at Three Stunning Local Kitchens

16 Finding Financial Freedom One-on-One with Financial Adviser Phillip Hammett

20 Entertaining at Home with Food and Wine Wine Consultant Denman Moody Shares Tips on How to Host the Perfect Dinner Party

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26 Scrumptious Soup Roasted Pumpkin and Carrot Soup

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THEY SAY THE KITCHEN IS THE HEART OF THE HOME. If this is true, then these stunning kitchens have our hearts skipping a beat. From marble countertops to built-in wine fridges, we take a closer look at three gorgeous kitchens that would be any home cook’s dream come true. 3810 DURNESS WAY This incredible chef’s kitchen comes with an abundance of storage and countertop space. The black granite gives a stylish contrast against the white marble countertops, and the dark hardwood floors create a stunning impact. The huge center island is perfect for seating multiple family members or friends, and the open-plan concept creates the ideal space for entertaining. The kitchen comes CONTINUED >

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PHILLIP HAMMETT IS A FINANCIAL ADVISER WORKING AT THE FITZPATRICK GROUP. He’s making big waves within the Houston financial scene through his passion and determination to think outside the box. I had the pleasure of sitting down with him and getting to know all about his journey and how he helps his clients embark on the path to financial freedom. 1. CAN YOU TELL ME A LITTLE BIT ABOUT YOURSELF? I was born in Louisiana and moved to Houston when I was 5. I’m a proud University of Houston alumnus and enjoy helping the community stay connected. I enjoy athletics and have been passionate about sports cars as far back as I can remember—which is to 1994 when my dad hung a Porsche poster on my wall. 2. WHAT MADE YOU WANT TO BECOME A FINANCIAL ADVISER? Growing up, it wasn’t in the plan, but an unexpected opportunity fell into my lap at just the right moment in 2015. The interview process emphasized my values and beliefs rather than just my experience and education. I’ve never conformed to labels and believe it’s important to stand out from the crowd, so I began to see this career as a natural fit. 3. HOW LONG HAVE YOU WORKED FOR THE FITZPATRICK GROUP, AND HOW HAS IT AFFECTED YOUR CAREER? Well, at a golf event three years later, my recruitment began, and before I knew it, I had an interview with the president lined up. I was shocked at how much he taught me within 20 minutes, and I began to realize this was a move I had to make—both for myself and my clients. It’s been a year now, and I haven’t looked back or slowed down! The Fitzpatrick Group is fairly young at about 4 years old, and I’ve been a part of the team for the past year. As I began, I relished the chance to be challenged and pushed to grow out of my comfort zone, but I have to say that expectations of me were so high that it was tough to wrap my head around. 4. WHERE DO YOU SEE YOURSELF IN FIVE YEARS? I want to continue to improve myself every single day, and I expect that to translate into a leadership role that will eventually see me leading the company’s top team. True leaders inspire others to take up leadership! 5. WHAT IS THE BEST FINANCIAL ADVICE YOU GIVE YOUR CLIENTS? I encourage all of my clients to think about their goals in chronological order. Yes, retirement planning is critical, but is that the closest objective? If not, they also need to plan for the more immediate future such as purchasing a home or having children. By envisioning short, medium and then long term goals, progress flows smoothly along without the need to ever backtrack. 6. HOW DO YOU EARN THE TRUST OF YOUR CLIENTS? You have to be relatable! I’m an open book, and I share some of my personal experiences (good and bad), which lets my clients know that I understand where they are coming from. I tell them right off the bat that they are the boss of their income, while I’m a teammate who can teach them how to keep more of it. I also make it a point to provide multiple options. I show them side-by-side comparisons covering pros and cons and answer them honestly about which option I would choose and why. This allows them to feel in control of their decision and that I have their best interests in mind.

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a n d

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IS AN INEXPENSIVE WAY AND A MODERATELY EXPENSIVE WAY TO ENTERTAIN SUCCESSFULLY AT HOME WITH THE LEAST AMOUNT OF

PREPARATION

AND

WORK ON YOUR PART. THE INEXPENSIVE HOME WINE TASTING MENU First, if you set up a tasting

menu of small bites in which everything is easily available to the guests, then virtually no knives, forks or plates will have to be used—or cleaned! Here’s a generic example of a very inexpensive event for anywhere from 2-30 people at your home. FIRST, THE FOOD: 1. Have a large plate or two with assorted cheeses and crackers for those who might need more food. Goat cheese goes with sparkling wine, creamy Danish havarti goes with chardonnay, and Brie goes with most red wines. 2. For the food and wine, match sparkling wine with almost any hors d’ oeuvres—honey goat cheese on crackers, assorted nuts, hummus and veggies, etc. Next, pair a white wine such as a chardonnay with any type of seafood, like boiled shrimp. Don’t use spicy red sauce—it will kill the

Lastly, match a dessert wine like Moscato d’Asti

chardonnay. Use tartar sauce or remoulade, or just go with

from Italy with something not too sweet, like sugar

the creamy Danish havarti on crackers—a match made in

cookies. A perfect dessert wine, it only has about

heaven. Next, pair a pinot noir with turkey or turkey and

6% alcohol and about the same percentage of nat-

Swiss finger sandwiches. Next, pair a cabernet sauvignon

ural residual sugar. A too-sweet, rich dessert, like

with roast beef or roast beef and cheddar finger sandwiches.

ice cream, can kill a delicate dessert wine.

THE MODERATELY EXPENSIVE WINE TASTING MENU Here, it gets more specific. Continue with the plate or two of cheese and crackers for those with big appetites. Stick with the same program of passing, bite-size, etc. The recommendedwines are all in the $20-$40 retail range. 1. Pair Roederer Estate Sparkling Wine (California) or Santa Margherita Brut Rosé (Italy) with smoked salmon with crème fraiche, capers and lemon juice on little toasts and truffle mousse topped with gherkins on little toasts. 2. Pair Ferrari-Carano Chardonnay or Jordan Chardonnay with your favorite seafood with tartar or remoulade sauce. 3. Pair J. Lohr Pinot Noir Fog’s Reach, J. Lohr Pinot Noir Highlands Bench or Alexana Estate CONTINUED >

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Pinot Noir Willamette Valley with chicken or turkey, any way you want to serve it other than very spicy. Or go with finger sandwiches.

THE LAVISH TASTING Through the years, I have conducted several hundred wine tastings/dinners/events. About 75 of those have been with caterers. At

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4. Pair Trapiche Medalla Malbec (Argentina),

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lier, so the sky is the limit. Here is one, without

Cold Creek (Washington State) with very small

the specific wines listed that I recently put

tenderloin sliders with mayo and light mustard.

together with my favorite caterer. You will

Through the years, I have conducted several hundred wine tastings/dinners/ events. About 75 of those have been with caterers.

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notice that two items were passed with each 5. Pair Graham’s 10 Year-Old Tawny Port with

course, including a veggie course—and there

individual spoonfuls of flan or crème brulee.

were some veggies on the cheese plates also. Any good caterer should be able to come up with something along these lines:

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COURSE 3 | RED BURGUNDY: Roasted

COURSE 5 | VINTAGE PORT: Tiny fruit

with ribbons of smoked salmon with caper

duck nachos (crisp flour tortilla round topped

tarts and Zoe’s Chocolate Chip Cookies

and dill crème fraiche, lemon zest and juli-

with melted jack cheese, oven-roasted pulled

enned radishes, and truffle paté mousse

duck breast, caramelized onion relish and

offered on a lightly buttered toast and

diced avocado) and oven-roasted tomato

topped with chopped parsley

tartare on toasted brioche with micro basil, drizzled with olive oil and sea salt

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ROASTED PUMPKIN AND CARROT SOUP INGREDIENTS + 1 medium onion + 5 large carrots + 3 cloves fresh garlic + 400 grams pumpkin + 1 tablespoon ground turmeric + 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil + 2 1/2 cups vegetable stock

METHOD 1. Preheat the oven to 400 F. 2. Chop the onion, carrots, pumpkin and garlic and place on a large baking tray. 3. Drizzle the vegetables with olive oil, turmeric, salt and pepper. Toss vegetables to ensure an even coating. 4. Place the vegetables in the oven for 35-40 minutes or until roasted.

+ Salt and pepper to taste

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using a handheld blender, mix until you obtain your

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desired consistency. 6. Garnish with cream and fresh parsley (optional). 7. Serve warm with fresh bread.

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FOOD & WINE

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WHAT

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WHAT

YOU DO SPRINKLED: Begin with two graham cracker squares. Place one on a microwave-safe plate and top with chocolate bars and a scoop of marshmallow fluff. Set aside. Take the other graham cracker square and spread marshmallow fluff on half (top + bottom), then coat with sprinkles and set aside. Microwave the half with chocolate + marshmallow for 10 seconds, or until marshmallow fluff is melty. Remove and top with sprinkled graham cracker. PB + CHOCO DELIGHT: Begin with two graham cracker squares. Place one on a microwave-safe plate and top with peanut butter cups and a scoop of marshmallow fluff. Microwave for 10 seconds, or until marshmallow fluff is melty. Remove and top with chocolate syrup and second graham cracker square. RASPBERRY COCONUT: Begin with two graham cracker squares. Place one on a microwave-safe plate and top with chocolate bars and a marshmallow. Microwave for 10 seconds, or until marshmallow puffs up. Remove and top with raspberries, coconut flakes and second graham cracker square.

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