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Falling for Fashion An opulent backdrop and a setting worthy of a queen the Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort provided a picturesque scene for entrepreneur and model Asia Hall. With ensembles from Neiman Marcus, Tuni and Continuum, accessorized with jewels from Be On Park and Okidanokh, the rich fabrics, luxurious embellishments and regal lines prove that royals aren’t the only ones worthy of haute fashions.
A Confection Connection The America’s Cake Fair sweetens the Orange County Convention Center, October 13-15, with a full menu of taste-tempting activities for cake lovers, celebrity aficionados and full-fledged fashionistas. And unlike many other international shows that come to town, this one is open to the public. A highlight event — The Sugar Art Fashion Show — will feature gorgeous, edible ensembles masterfully designed by more than one dozen celebrated sugar, cake and chocolate artisans.
on the cover: Asia Hall photographed by Victoria Angela
Photography at the Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort. Cake by Four Seasons pastry chefs; floral and table setting by Flourish Productions; and décor by Swag Decor. Story on page 112.
VICTORIA ANGELA PHOTOGRAPHY
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People, places and things: A rose gold treasure hints at the hue of the season; Handbag
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WALDORF ASTORIA ORLANDO
heaven is full of delectable designer styles; The Mall at Millenia Fashion Week returns with activities for fashionistas and fans; Shepherd’s Hope Famous Faces Masquerade Ball goes Roaring Twenties to celebrate a milestone anniversary; Women to Watch: 2017 Women’s Resource Center Summit Awards honors five remarkable women; Downtown Orlando Partnership’s Bridget Keefe; Leadership Seminole’s Dawn Kraus; Special recognition for Be On Park and Fleming’s Beckie Gaines; and the Women in Song series’ performers; 2017 Teacher Makeover reveal; and Kids Beating Cancer gala preview.
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Pretty in pink polishes; Dr. Rebecca Moroose discusses the latest in breast cancer detection and treatment; Bonnie Pierce shares information on lymphedema; Dr. Scott Rotatori explains breast reconstruction options; updates on breast cancer awareness events from Florida Hospital; Making Strides Against Breast Cancer and Libby’s Legacy; and Dr. Deborah Harding provides insight into the medical marijuana issue.
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The historic downtown Mather Building on South Magnolia Avenue is home to the classy, cozy cocktail spot — Mathers; Special wine dinners and events from the area’s top resorts and restaurants.
84 HOME & DESIGN
To support breast cancer research Knoll offers the 1952 Side Chair by Harry Bertoia and the 1948 Hairpin Stacking Table by Florence Knoll in a special, signature pink, powdercoat finish; Karen LeBlanc explores building a midcentury modern collection with pedigree, provenance and personality, including expert advice from collectors and dealers.
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Community and charity events: Local Love showcases support for homeless youth at
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The Abbey; Florida Executive Women award scholarships to women in transition; 2017 Wine Quest events benefit clients of Quest, Inc.; Second Harvest Food Banks’ Chef’s Night features 1921 by Norman Van Aken; Winter Park Young Professionals inaugural gathering; Orlando Economic Partnership James B. Greene Awards and Board Reception; and more.
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Domestic violence survivor Lisa Alexander has found her voice. Next year, she’ll receive a doctorate in education in behavioral health. For the past two years, she’s also been helping other survivors to find their voice. She will be in great company of community champions against domestic violence at Harbor House’s Signature Purple Door Luncheon on October 18.
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ometimes it takes a village.
planned to combine — since pages are pre-
cakes and Parisian-inspired ensembles at
Things do not go as planned and
cious we like to get the most out of each —
the opulent Four Seasons Resort Orlando.
plan A takes a detour to B and
the Sugar Art Fashion Show (see more on
However, logistics prevailed and we
even sometimes C. Plan C can
page 124) with fall fashions in a kind of
opted for one cake artfully gilded by the
be the best version of the vision.
Versailles-Let-Them-Eat-Cake setting. The
pastry chefs at the Four Seasons. But we
That’s what happened with this issue. I had
original idea called for some spectacular
still wanted a luxe backdrop so we asked Brian and Richard of Flourish Productions to bring out linens, tableware, a chair, a little gold draping, and, if possible, a chandelier. When we arrived the morning of the shoot, I walked into the Queen event room at the Four Seasons and was moved to tears at the sight. There was Tommy of Swag Decor with his team setting up a huge wall of drapes with a round tent embellished with tassels. Brian and Richard had a luxe table set with a rich floral arrangement on a two-piece crystal vase. Dana and her team at the resort had carefully set up tables for all the shoes and accessories, and placed a large rolling rack out for the dresses. Our photographer, Victoria, was scouting spots with her crew of five while makeup artist Marjorie — who we have worked with for nearly 15 years — was ready to work her hair and makeup magic. And then our new friend and model Asia walked in to bring everything to life. Kate, Wendy and I were awed and humbled by all the support we were experiencing. Thank you to everyone in the village for making the vision real! Speaking of a village, you may notice subtle hints of pink throughout and that’s your gentle reminder to get your mammogram and encourage all the women in your life to get theirs.
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thelist Rose gold — the color that continues to trend. We spotted it everywhere while pulling for our latest fall fashion feature, from embellishments on clothing to jewelry and handbags, including this JNB round metal, crystal-studded clutch, $285, available at Tuni Winter Park.
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heaven
(from top) Tory Burch Jamie leather crossbody bag in French gray, $325, Neiman Marcus, The Mall at Millenia Prada Pinerre small flap crossbody bag, $2,280, Neiman Marcus, The Mall at Millenia Saint Laurent Kate monogram medium chain bag in dark pink, $1,990, Neiman Marcus, The Mall at Millenia
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(from top) The Leather Satchel Co. saddle backpack in rose gold, $336, Tuni, Winter Park Tory Burch Sadie velvet shoulder bag, $448, Neiman Marcus, The Mall at Millenia Elizabeth and James small market shopper in rose gold, $445, Neiman Marcus, The Mall at Millenia
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heaven
(clockwise, from top) Saint Laurent Kate monogram tassel chain wallet in silver, $1,650, Neiman Marcus, The Mall at Millenia Whiting and Davis mesh backpack in gunmetal, $290, Tuni, Winter Park Whiting and Davis pearl gold rush fringe bag, $280, Tuni, Winter Park
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fashion forward and philanthropic:
The Mall at Millenia 12th Annual Fashion Week
The Mall at Millenia will roll out the red carpet for its 12th Annual Fashion Week, taking place September 14 – 17. The distinguished fashion event features three runway shows filled with must-have trends for Fall 2017, including a new show open to the public: Fashion’s Night In. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 5:30PM
Fashion’s Night In
This highly-anticipated reception and fashion show, featuring best-in-class brands — such as 7 for All Mankind, BCBG Maxazria, Bloomingdale’s, Coach, Diesel, Donald J Pliner, Guess by Marciano, Kate Spade New York, Michael Kors, Cusp by Neiman Marcus and White House/Black Market — kicks off Fashion Week at The Mall at Millenia. Guests will enjoy drinks, bites, music by DJ M-Squared and in-store activities. After the show, shop your favorite looks to be show-ready for the weekend and upcoming season. Continue the evening of fashion and friends at Earls Kitchen + Bar for late-night happy hour from 9 – 11pm. All funds from the event benefit Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida, whose mission is to transform the lives of homeless men, women, and children by providing crucial services to end their crisis of homelessness. Tickets are $25 and are available at centralfloridahomeless.org. Presented in The Mall at Millenia’s Grand Court. Ticketed event.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 6PM
Timepieces and Tastings
Also new to Fashion Week in 2017, Timepieces and Tastings will showcase The Mall at Millenia’s exceptional watch brands. Collectors and connoisseurs will enjoy a private whiskey and bourbon tasting and cigar rolling reception with light bites by The Capital Grille; in addition there will be in-store activities that will immerse them in the artistry and craftsmanship of exquisite timepieces at the following retailers: Breitling, Hublot, Montblanc, Omega, Rolex by Mayors, Tag Heuer, Tiffany & Co., Cartier and Mayors Jewelers. Presented in The Mall at Millenia’s Orchid Court and in participating boutiques. Private event.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2PM
Fashion For All Runway Show
The Mall at Millenia’s fashion-forward show of favorite brands, including Billabong, Buckle, Chico’s, Gap, GUESS, Lily Pulitzer, Lucky Brand Jeans, Macy’s, Tommy Bahama, Under Armour, will inspire guests with the latest fall fashions. From fall florals to velvet crush, watch the season’s newest trends come to life on the runway. After the show, find your favorite look off the runway and enjoy a day of fashionable in-store events. Presented in The Mall at Millenia’s Grand Court. Open to the public. 18
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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 9:30AM – 2PM
Fashion Brunch & Boutique Stroll Combining philanthropy and fashion, guests will enjoy an impressive champagne brunch with a one-of-a-kind fall trends presentation — Featuring Neiman Marcus, Salvatore Ferragamo, Versace, Emporio Armani, Bloomingdale’s, Burberry, Jimmy Choo, Bvlgari and David Yurman — followed by an unsurpassed shopping stroll among the crème de la crème of luxury boutiques at The Mall at Millenia. All funds from the event benefit Runway to Hope, an organization that provides direct support and aid to Central Florida children and their families impacted by pediatric cancer. For more information, call 407-802-1544 or visit runwaytohope.org. Presented in The Mall at Millenia’s Grand Court. Ticketed event. For sneak peeks and trending event posts, follow #MilleniaFashionWeek, on Facebook @TheMallatMillenia, Instagram @TheMallatMillenia and Twitter @MilleniaTweets. For full schedule, details and the latest updates, visit milleniafashionweek.com. 20
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A Roaring Good Time: Famous Faces Masquerade Ball
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2017 committee members Susie Carlton, Katie Seymour (chair), Beckie Gaines, Kathryn Cook and MJ Cardenas photographed at Orlando Vintage.
ne of the most fabulous and fun events in Orlando,
event for months and is hoping to set an attendance record this
Shepherd’s Hope Famous Faces Masquerade Ball
year. The West Orange Healthcare District will receive the 2017
is celebrating with a Roaring Twenties theme on
Maryanne Brown Award of Distinction for their faith in and com-
Saturday, October 28, in honor of Shepherd’s
mitment to the Shepherd’s Hope mission.
Hope’s 20th anniversary of providing free and
compassionate health care to the uninsured in Central Florida.
Since 1997, Shepherd’s Hope has evolved to include five freestanding health centers, in Orange and Seminole Counties, that
The party with a purpose at Loews Royal Pacific Resort at
cumulatively have provided more than 237,000 free, primary
Universal Orlando is known for being high-energy with a gour-
care and specialty care patient visits to uninsured men, women
met dinner, fine wines and spirits, costume contests, live and
and children of all faiths. A dedicated group of 2,300 licensed
silent auctions, dancing and entertainment. Guests often plan
medical and general volunteers, three community hospital sys-
their costumes far in advance and tables also compete for top
tems, 100 diagnostic/surgical providers and 23 multi-faith part-
honors as the judging heats up.
ners worked collaboratively in 2016 to provide 17,128 free patient
Several members of the 2017 committee got in the mood at Orlando Vintage, where owner Lisa Smith dressed them in peri-
visits and medical services. Shepherd’s Hope is regarded nationally as an exemplary model of health care.
od-appropriate ensembles. The group has been planning the For more information, call 407-876-6699 ext. 230, email development@ShepherdsHope.org or visit shepherdshope.org/masquerade-ball. 22
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SUMMIT AWARDS WINNERS
SHINE
IN OUR COMMUNITY The Women’s Resource Center’s
RITA LOWNDES
Summit Awards recognizes and honors
There is one name that we recognize for the leadership
women who have displayed outstanding community service and leadership in Central Florida. Nominated by their peers, these women have contributed to the Central Florida community by performing countless hours of service, and have a history of diverse community engagement, whose work goes beyond job-related responsibilities.
and promotion of arts and culture in our community — it is Rita Lowndes. Rita and her husband, John, have been committed to supporting the Central Florida community through their time, talent and treasure for many years. Their philanthropy is exemplified by their commitment to education and humanitarian causes, which have enriched the lives of countless Central Floridians. One of their signature philanthropic efforts is the founding of the John and Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Theater in Orlando’s Loch Haven Park. Rita’s active volunteerism has included serving as the board chair for the Coalition for the Homeless, Orlando Shakespeare Theater, United Arts, Trinity Preparatory School, UCF Town and Gown Council, and Planned Parenthood of Orlando.
The 33rd annual Summit Awards gala
She is recognized for her passionate support of arts and culture in our community, and she has said, as quoted on the Central Florida Foundation website: “I am pas-
celebration will be held on Wednesday,
sionate about the arts because it helps children become better thinkers, problem solv-
September 27, at Second Harvest
ers and achieve greater academic success. You also have an opportunity to touch
Food Bank of Central Florida. This year’s honorees include Legacy
somebody’s heart and soul with the arts.” Rita and John have created the John and Rita Lowndes Family Fund with the Central Florida Foundation to assure their legacy will continue.
Award recipient Rita Lowndes, Beena Parikh, PhD, Joanne Grant, Penny Jones and Bonnie Donihi. Pictured above (group, from left): Beena Parikh, Bonnie Donihi, Penny Jones and Joanne Grant; (inset): Rita Lowndes
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BEENA M. PARIKH, PhD Life without passions can become a bit dull, and balancing those passions is probably one of the hardest things to do in life. Being able to give back, whether through leadership, mentorship or pure giving, is the best feeling in the world for me. Being a role model for my two daughters is an even better feeling though. I consider myself truly blessed in every way and believe that “where there is love, there is life.”
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Beena Parikh is a Central Florida
County Citizen’s Review Panel, and on the
actress and UNICEF Goodwill Ambassa-
native who received her doctorate in clini-
board of directors for the Indian Ameri-
dor, at Amway Center for an audience of 1
cal psychology from Nova Southeastern
can Chamber of Commerce.
million U.S. viewers on TV Asia. She
University in Ft. Lauderdale. Her focus is
Beena considers education a top priority,
gives her time, money and talent to proj-
on helping others to create and maintain a
supporting and serving A Gift for Teach-
ects that support a wide variety of needs in
healthy and balanced lifestyle to cope
ing. She is currently secretary of the gov-
our community in the areas of health care,
more effectively with life issues and men-
erning council for the Hindu Society. She
education, culture and arts.
tal health problems. She is a practice
inspires women everywhere with her
administrator with her husband, Dr.
message of confidence and goodwill. In
JOANNE GRANT
Amish M. Parikh. Her work and volun-
her television debut, she interviewed Mad-
To be recognized by my peers for my service to
teerism include serving on the Orange
huri Dixi, an award-winning Bollywood
the nonprofit organizations I champion is truly humbling. I am honored to join the 130 amazing, accomplished, caring women who have received this prestigious award in the past 32 years. Joanne Grant is well known for her many years of commitment to the nonprofit community of Central Florida. Joanne currently serves as the executive director of Mills 50 District, where her efforts have focused on beautification of the district and attracting Central Floridians to this unique neighborhood. From painting utility boxes with vibrant art to promoting the unique atmosphere of Little Vietnam, the district is recognized for wonderful businesses including an excellent assortment of restaurants. She has also actively promoted the Chinese New Year celebrations that attract thousands. Joanne currently serves as president of Freedom Ride, Inc., a volunteer-based nonprofit organization built on the conviction that we are not bound by our physical limitations. The organization is dedicated to enriching the lives and experiences of children and adults with disabilities in the Central Florida area through therapeutic horseback riding and related activities. Joanne has also worked with entertainment groups and many national celebrities and entertainers throughout her career. A close friend said of Joanne, “Everyone knows she can be counted on to ‘get it done’ efficiently and effectively. She works tirelessly — and for no money — to plan, organize and present events for a wide array of nonprofit groups.”
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PENNY JONES
BONNIE DONIHI
What an incredible honor to be recognized by
the child less than four months later. The
so many women whom I consider role mod-
mother is now in prison and Penny has
such distinguished ranks as those of the past
els. Every child deserves to be safe and
adopted three of the child’s biological sib-
honorees, many of whom I have worked with
loved. It is the responsibility of a civilized
lings. These events led Penny to found
and have known, and all of whom have made
community to protect and advocate on behalf
The Penny Project to advocate for those
important contributions to women’s lives in
of our most vulnerable to reach their full
who are vulnerable, making sure all of the
our community.
potential. This award sheds light on the work
children in the system are protected.
I am honored and humbled to be placed in
Bonnie Donihi was diagnosed with
of The Penny Project to address tragic lessons
Penny regularly makes presentations
ovarian cancer in 1997. Alone and afraid,
in the dependency system while demonstrat-
to state lawmakers, state circuit courts,
she quickly realized there were no
ing that love indeed conquers all.
the Florida Children and Youth Cabinet,
resources to support women who face
Penny Jones has had a direct and long-
the Orange County Commission on
such an alarming diagnosis. This led Bon-
lasting impact on making Florida a safer
Domestic Violence and Child Abuse, Uni-
nie to found the Ovarian Cancer Alliance
place for its most vulnerable residents —
versity of Central Florida, Florida Tech,
of Florida, an organization that educated
children. She has been a foster parent for
and the Florida Department of Children
and advocated for good gynecological
more than 10 years and also served as both
and Families. She has been named Advo-
health for both women and girls, and pro-
a board member and board chair of Com-
cate of the Year by Florida’s Children
vided programs developed exclusively for
munity Based Care, which delivers and
First. Each Christmas, Penny hosts Jump
gynecological cancer patients.
administers child welfare programs in
on the Bus, an event that provides a day of
Statistically, one third of all women
Central Florida.
fun and entertainment for foster children
and girls diagnosed with a gynecological
Her life changed when a child she had
and those who have aged out of the sys-
cancer will die. Gynecologic cancers
fostered for two years was returned in
tem. Penny is a voice for the voiceless,
include ovarian, cervical, uterine, vaginal
2014 to the biological mother, who killed
fighting to protect and serve our youth.
and vulva cancers. Bonnie’s organization led the efforts to fight for funding for ovarian cancer research and locally building support groups for patients and their families, as well as for those who lost someone to ovarian cancer. During these efforts Bonnie had two relapses of her cancer, and through it all she continued to lead the Ovarian Cancer Alliance. Bonnie has now guided the nonprofit to a new direction and leadership, retiring in 2016. Today, the Ovarian Cancer Alliance has a new name: Women and Girl’s Cancer Alliance. The organization continues to educate and provide resources to women of all ages. Other programs include those developed for gynecologic and breast cancer patients. Despite her retirement, Bonnie continues to advocate and be a champion
for
education
and
health
screenings, and providing support for those women and their families impacted by this disease. For information and tickets, visit wrc-online.org.
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Bridget Keefe:
Downtown Connector AS THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE DOWNTOWN ORLANDO PARTNERSHIP (DOP) SINCE 2013, BRIDGET KEEFE — IN FOUR SHORT YEARS — HAS DRIVEN THE ORGANIZATION TO NEW HEIGHTS WITH FRESH PROGRAMS, MORE MEMBERS AND A HEAD-CHEERLEADER ATTITUDE ABOUT DOWNTOWN AND ITS FUTURE.
“I HAD THIS OPPORTUNITY
’90s when documents began being stored
a nonprofit arm that can assist with other
PRESENT ITSELF through a former
on computers. “From what I understand it
needs such as homelessness, arts and cul-
colleague at UCF, Tiffany Hughes. She is a
started with a group of downtown mer-
ture, beautification and education.
good friend and mentor of mine. I took a
chants who wanted to band together and
leap of faith and jumped in,” Bridget says.
do things,” she says.
“Those are the things that will really help the downtown community and as a
Prior to taking on this role, she was the
The organization is similar to a chamber
by-product help downtown business. We
assistant director of alumni relations for
of commerce as a 501c6 entity— nonprofit
want our members to connect with down-
the UCF Alumni Association — College
associations that help small businesses ad-
town, collaborate with each other, and
of Business. She admits the whole down-
vance their industry or geographic area, but
contribute in some way — whatever that
town scene was pretty new to her as her
reinvest all earnings into the organization.
means to them,” Bridget says.
world revolved around the east Orlando-
“When I started it was confusing
In the past year, the DOP has hired a
UCF bubble. But she immersed herself in
because we support businesses and have
director of membership who is focused on
the core of the city. “At the time, my hus-
this designation, but we are so closely
connecting the members to each other
band and I were living near Baldwin Park
aligned with nonprofits like the Downtown
and assisting them with making business
so we would come downtown occasionally,
Arts District, the City of Orlando, and other
referrals. Most of the members have found
but I definitely started from the ground
more community-driven organizations. I
out about the group through word-of-
level in learning about the city,” she adds.
used to refer to us as a community building
mouth encounters. But Bridget would like
“It’s been nice because every day, every
organization, but as time has gone on we
the organization to have more presence in
week there’s a new restaurant or some-
have realized our strength really lies in the
the larger community.
thing else opening. In the past four years,
core of the downtown business area. We do
Some of the DOP programs include the
we have grown our staff, which is great.
work very closely with the Orlando cham-
3rd Thu Biz Networking (in conjunction
We have a couple of full-time folks and a
ber and other organizations,” she explains.
with the Downtown Arts District’s Gal-
couple of part-time folks, as well as a few
To her, it’s really a boutique chamber
lery Hop), a quarterly luncheon series, the
interns. In the beginning it was just me,”
with a smaller footprint, but within that
State of Downtown annual address, and
Bridget continues.
scaled-down footprint she wants to have
the Golden Brick Awards, which recog-
The Downtown Orlando Partnership
maximum impact. She hopes that by Jan-
nize projects and people that have posi-
has been in existence since the 1960s,
uary the organization will also have a
tively impacted the Downtown Develop-
although most records date back to the
501c3 component so there will formally be
ment District.
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“We do quite a bit of activities to ensure the members are connected. Most of the events are for our membership and instead of trying to recreate the wheel — Orlando already has so many events downtown — we focus on those that are meaningful for our members. And we promote the other events happening downtown,” she explains. Under Bridget’s leadership, some new tours to attract visitors downtown have been developed. They now include a food tour, a craft cocktail tour and a gallery tour every Saturday. Tours can also be customized for groups who want to explore the best of downtown. And in 2017 a leadership program was added. Connect DTO is a six-month course that offers in-depth insights into downtown Orlando. Class members participate in educational sessions, tours and small, group-setting conversations with community leaders. Session topics include downtown real estate, arts and culture, sports and entertainment, lodging and dining, technology, quality of life and more. “I was really fortunate to come in at a time when downtown Orlando was expanding so much. It’s made my job easier. With the Dr. Phillips Center being a catalyst, and then the Citrus Bowl renovation and now the Orlando City soccer stadium, the sports and entertainment value has been massive for our community. We’ve also had new large companies come in, like Red Lobster, that want to headquarter here. The tech scene has also exploded. New restaurants have elevated the level of food and dining. This has all happened in the last four years. Almost any person of any age can find something of interest downtown,” she says. Some of Bridget’s downtown faves? The tequila coffee at Artisan’s Table, the Thornton Park area, DoveCote Brasserie, the festivals, the Orlando Pride games, and the new bike program that lets you get around easily.
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DAWN KRAUS: LEADING LEADERS
Taking the helm of an organization with a mission to be the leading community resource developing organization, inspiring and engaging community leaders to improve the quality of life in the Seminole County region, might have been a huge leap for anyone else. But for Dawn Kraus, who has been president of Leadership Seminole since January 3,
“I
it was a very smooth transition since she had previously served in a variety of volunteer roles.
t was a great opportunity for me. I
come together to make sure we are provid-
had been a volunteer for Leader-
ing leadership development, engaging in
ship Seminole for the previous
the community, and really making it a
seven years, chairing the board of
wonderful place to live,” Dawn explains.
directors and the executive coun-
Local leadership training through com-
cil. I was very engrained and really
munity immersion began 42 years ago
believed in the mission. I loved the sense
with Leadership Orlando, operated by the
of community and how everyone wants to
Orlando Regional Chamber of Commerce.
work together to make Seminole County
Other areas have developed similar pro-
an even better place to live,” Dawn says.
grams for executives, including Winter
Prior to this new position, Dawn was a
Park and Apopka. Leadership Seminole
development officer for Florida Hospital
started in 1992 as part of the Seminole
Foundation. “I really enjoyed my time at
County Regional Chamber of Commerce,
Florida Hospital, where I built relation-
but is now its own entity.
ships that really prepared me for this position,” she adds.
“The organization evolved and by 1996 or ’97, the group of leaders was so power-
Her responsibilities initially included
ful that it was decided to really look at the
the Altamonte Springs campus, which
vision for Leadership Seminole. There
gave her great insight into what was hap-
was a separate board formed called Envi-
pening in Seminole County, but she later
sion and it was that group — 100 of the top
took on development oversight for the
business stakeholders in the community
Apopka and Winter Garden hospitals as
— who focused on how the program could
well.
be improved and how the collaboration
“There is amazing leadership in Semi-
could be better. We now have a board of
nole County. I think I would begin with
directors of 33 people and 17 of them are
Dr. Ann McGee [Seminole State College
elected officials,” she says, which include
president] and what she has accomplished
mayors and county commissioners.
in the community. But there are so many
The organization has also been tack-
businesses that are locating here because
ling some big issues in addition to eco-
they are seeing the benefits to living here
nomic development. “Recently our Vision
and raising families here. Sometimes —
V Conference, which took place at the end
there’s so much going on in our commu-
of 2014, identified homelessness as a top
nity — we lose sight of all of it. Our pro-
concern. We have been working on that
gram has more than 300 volunteers who
with people like Andrae Bailey and now
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Shelley Lauten [the former and current
the county,” Dawn explains.
day is a team-building ropes course for
CEO of The Central Florida Commission
It’s an example of a successful collabo-
establishing trust. From there, each month
on Homelessness]. Leadership Seminole
ration of business leaders and local govern-
a different topic — from government to
took the lead on writing a grant and an
ment, identifying the need and working
education to health care — is explored
action strategy to present to the county
together on the solutions. That is all in
through onsite experiences.
commission, which was approved. And
addition to the core leadership program
“We want participants to have an inter-
now we have a Seminole Action Board
that spans 10 months and starts with a
active, hands-on curriculum to see first-
that continues to do the work. The board
two-day orientation to learn about the pro-
hand what the services are in the commu-
just celebrated its first anniversary and we
gram and the other participants for rela-
nity. People who have lived here their whole
have been able to house 500 individuals in
tionship building and bonding. The second
lives cannot believe what they experience,” she says. Dawn is particularly pleased that the new class is made up of more women than men because diversity is an important cornerstone for the program. In addition to her proven passion for Seminole County leadership, Dawn hopes to expand the scope of the organization and get together with the other leadership groups in the region. She has already met with the Winter Park and Orlando organizations. “Tim Guiliani of the Orlando Economic Partnership got many of us together a few weeks ago to talk about what each of us brings to the table and how we can help one another, whether its alumni engagement or economic development. It was very interesting to hear everyone’s strategies and ideas,” she adds. Getting out into the community and engaging in other organizations is important to Dawn and she enjoys participating in Florida Executive Women. “I am proud to be associated with that level of leadership. We can only get better and learn more when we are surrounded by people who have gone through challenges and shown great leadership,” she says. Outside of her leadership roles, Dawn is all about family. She is from Buffalo, NY, but when her children were younger she decided to get away from the cold winters and move to Florida in 1991. “I had five children and gained two more when I remarried. So, it’s a big family, but it’s a fun family. We really enjoy Central Florida and everything it has to offer,” she says.
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Be On Park Receives
Retailer of the Year Award 2017 Be On Park, the fine jeweler located on Park Avenue in Winter Park, was named JCK Luxury’s 2017 Retailer of the Year. JCK is the jewelry industry’s leading association in the United States. Be On Park Fine Jewelry was selected as one of five finalists after review by a panel of industry experts. From there, a three-day voting process took place and the fine jeweler took home the highly-esteemed title. “IT IS SUCH AN HONOR to have Be On Park recognized with this award. It reinforces our approach in providing unparalleled customer service and the reward of handselecting beautiful collections with our customers in mind,” say co-owners David and Janice Blumberg and Matina Williams. The JCK Luxury Retailer of the Year Award was created to recognize those who are committed to excellence in their stores; exemplify “luxury,” demonstrate passion for jewelry Janice Blumberg, Reed Jewelry Group Industry Vice President Sarin Bachmann, David Blumberg and Matina Williams
and embrace change. Now in its fourth year, the award honors the retailer that represents the best place to do business in a luxury environment. “We take immense pride in our work and are passionate about what we do in our community and for our customers. We have built a cohesive and experienced team that works seamlessly with one goal in mind: making our clients happy!” they add. Be On Park features exclusive collections from top designers including Elizabeth Locke, JB Star, Penny Preville, Roberto Coin, John Hardy, Armenta, Todd Reed, Ippolita, Ray Griffiths, Jude Frances, Goshwara, and Hermès watches. For more information, visit beonpark.com. Be On Park co-owners Janice and David Blumberg and Matina Williams
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he is a familiar sight, greeting her guests and making sure everything is done to perfection
at
Fleming’s
Prime
Steakhouse & Wine Bar in
Winter Park. And her company has taken notice as well, honoring her with two awards at the recent national conference held at the Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin Resort. Fleming’s Winter Park Operating Partner Beckie Gaines received the Partner of the Year award, for the fifth consecutive year, leading to her presentation of the Legacy award. “It’s based on running your restaurant
the community,” Beckie says. Some of the
and Colitis Foundation, the Mennello
efficiently, as well as other business bench-
organizations she supports and assists
Museum of American Art and Shepherd’s
marks. It also reflects your work within
include Support Our Scholars, Crohn’s
Hope.
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Women in Song: THREE STRONG VOICES In conjunction with the 25th anniversary season of the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, the popular Women in Song series is being brought back with three new performances featuring renowned artists and special guests. Each concert in the series will be at the Plaza Live.
Kaia Kater Wednesday, January 17, 8pm Born of African-Caribbean descent in Québec, Kaia Kater grew up between two worlds: one, her family’s deep ties to Canadian folk music in her Toronto home; and the other, the years she spent learning and studying Appalachian music in West Virginia. Her acclaimed debut album Sorrow Bound (May 2015) touched on this divide,
Maeve Gilchrist with Nic Gareiss
but her new album, Nine Pin (May 2016), delves even further, and casts an unflinching eye at the realities faced by people of
Wednesday, October 11, 8pm
color in North America every day. Kaia’s
Described by one critic as “a phenomenal
ments and songwriting abilities have land-
ring with unparalleled purity,” Maeve Gilchrist has taken the Celtic harp to new levels of performance. She maintains a widely-acclaimed duo project with Nic Gareiss, a Michigan-born percussive dancer. Sharing a deep respect for traditional music and culture while drawing on contemporary elements of music, dance, rhythm and improvisation, Maeve and Nic have emerged from the vibrant new acoustic scene as innovators in their fields. Maeve has released five albums to date, including her most recent recording, Vignette.
ed her in the spotlight in North America and the UK, garnering critical acclaim from outlets such as Rolling Stone. POLINA MOURZOVA
harp player who can make her instrument
old-time, banjo-picking skills, deft arrange-
Heather Masse with Jed Wilson Wednesday, March 14, 8pm New York singer/songwriter Heather Masse, who was trained at the New England Conservatory of Music, is equally versed in a variety of American song traditions, which influences her more prevalent work in folk, pop and bluegrass. A member of the Billboard-charting folk group, The Wailin’ Jennys, she has been a frequent guest on Garrison Keillor’s A Prairie Home Companion. She returned to her jazz roots in 2013 with Lock My Heart, an album of standards. Jed Wilson, who grew up in Gladstone, Oregon, began studying piano at a young age, and was an active performer on the Portland jazz scene as a teenager. For more information, visit orlandophil.org/tickets.
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MODERN MAKEOVER:
Silvia Schenk Heads Back to Class in Style Orange Appeal and Lisa Maile, of Lisa Maile Seminars & Coaching, are proud to present the 7th annual Back-to-Class Makeover. The contest awards one dedicated Orange or Seminole County teacher with a personalized closet analysis, $500 Mall at Millenia shopping spree; makeup by Leslie Christin, Studio CARA; new hairstyle by Ana Yebba, Jim Boone & Co. Salon; and a special photo shoot with Sharon Lundberg to show off the new look. by Anna Sibilrud-Willis | Photos by Sharon Lundberg
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he school bells at Hillcrest Elementary in Orlando will ring with excitement as this year’s Back-to-Class Makeover winner Silvia Schenk enters her 17th year of teaching — and she has never felt so fabulous! As an educator myself, I was intrigued to spend the day with the self-described wallflower, while she was pampered and prepped for her makeover debut.
Upon meeting her at the chic Jim Boone & Co. Salon, it was clear: she may be soft spoken and petite, but Silvia was eager for a big change.
(above): Alfani top and Style & Co. capris from Macy’s
Experienced hairstylist Ana Yebba transformed Silvia’s hair by evening out her base color and adding some golden highlights with auburn hues. Ana described the style as natural, yet contemporary; perfect for the modern woman. As Silvia was being pampered, I got the chance to learn a little more about her life. She chose education as a profession because she wanted to inspire her students in a way that she never felt. As an immigrant
(right): Silvia before her makeover
from Argentina, Silvia was an “English-as-a-second-language” learner. Her true passion is having a real connection with each of her students. In fact, she remains in contact with many of the parents of former students. As a busy teacher and mom, Silvia describes her personal style as laid back and neutral. She desired a new look that was fun and fresh — and Lisa Maile delivered! First, Lisa visited Silvia’s home to analyze and film her closet to create a winning wardrobe plan that flatters and is easy to coordinate, making shopping and dressing each morning effortless. The $500 shopping spree at The Mall at Millenia yielded more than 24 items and 150 different outfit pairings, including designer pieces. Lisa chose clothing that focused on building presence, coupled with leadership branding. She paired the contrast of black and white with pops of vibrant red and blue, all power colors. Silvia echoed that her new wardrobe gives her more confidence.
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(left): Hairstylist Ana Yebba creates golden highlights for Silvia. (center): Studio CARA President Leslie Christin applies finishing make-up touches. (below): Lisa and Sharon enjoy a mirror moment with Silvia.
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fter a final spritz of hairspray, Ana bid us farewell, and the team and I moved on to our second stop of the day, Studio CARA, where makeup artist and CARA Cosmetics President Leslie Christin worked her magic on Silvia. Leslie began Silvia’s makeover with a reviving
toner and a light moisturizer to even out her complexion. Leslie then added a highlighter and glow to Silvia’s already tanned skin. A warm, peach shadow and a deep olive liner made Silvia’s almond-shaped eyes pop. After sculpting her eyebrows and adding a berry-colored lip gloss, Leslie announced that Silvia was ready for her close-up! When she finally stepped out in her new look, the team and I were amazed at the transformation. Silvia enthusiastically gazed into the mirror with a million-dollar smile. “Lisa taught me that branding is important for an individual,” she remarked, “My new look is current and fun. I feel confident and beautiful.” Watch video of Silvia’s journey at lisamaileseminars.com. For customized image/wardrobe consultation, personal shopping, styling, or private coaching with Lisa in image, leadership branding, communications skills (interviewing, public speaking, TV) or acting/modeling, contact her at 407-647-2984 or lisamaile@aol.com; mention Orange Appeal for a special rate. Hairstylist Ana Yebba offers educators and readers mentioning Orange Appeal a complimentary consultation. Contact Ana at Jim Boone & Co. Salon at 407-924-7240 or anayebba@msn.com. Leslie Christin, owner of Studio CARA, and her team are known for personalized makeup lessons, custom blended foundations, facial skincare treatments and expert brow design, along with her signature brand of CARA Cosmetics and Skincare. First-time clients will enjoy, through the month of September, $25 off any service or purchase of $75 or more. Visit studiocara.com or call 407-622-1999. Photographer Sharon Lundberg is offering a special discount to Orange Appeal readers. Contact her at slundberg@cfl.rr.com. 44
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2017 Hats & Heroes Ball
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n celebration of 25 years, Kids Beating Cancer is presenting a special Masquerade Ball, highlighted by a condensed concert featuring the music from the lon-
gest-running Broadway show, Phantom of the Opera, with Terry Barber and his Orchestra. The event will be held on September 30 at the Waldorf Astoria Orlando.
Terry Barber is an internationallyacclaimed countertenor, known for his extraordinary range, both vocally and stylistically, and is a past member of the two-time Grammy-winning vocal group, Chanticleer. He has performed in some of the best venues in the world, including the Metropolitan Opera, Carnegie Hall, and Moscow’s Svetanlov Hall. He has been a soloist on recordings for every major label with a variety of artists. Masquerade Ball entertainer Michael Andrew and Swingerhead will return this year to provide after-dinner entertainment for dancing and mingling. For two years, Michael was the headline singer and band leader at the world-famous Rainbow Room atop Rockefeller Center in New York City. Michael has also appeared with symphonic orchestras across America. He has generously provided his talents to the Kids Beating Cancer gala for a number of years. And also returning to provide musical entertainment during the 2017 Hats & Heroes Masquerade Ball is Fretless Rock, a popular strings group, led by founder Michelle Jones, known for its entertaining mix of music genres, from Bach to Boston, Mozart to Metallica. 46
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Sam Azar, the 2017 event chair of the Hats & Heroes Ball, will be leading the charge this year. As one of the top jewelers in Orlando, with offices in Los Angeles and Brussels, he is the co-owner of Azar Diamonds and is very involved in the community, serving on several boards. “This year’s gala is going to be a one-ofa-kind event. We are very excited to be welcoming Terry Barber, who will perform a 40-minute show,” Sam says. Guests
Other programs offered by Kids Beating Cancer include: FUND THE MATCH Kids Beating Cancer funds the hospital and lab costs not covered by Medicaid and insurance to allow any child in need of a transplant to identify the best possible donor. MEALS FOR FAMILIES Kids Beating Cancer has donated more than $116,000 for family meals. The Meal Dollars are given daily to families with a child in the Kids Beating Cancer Pediatric Transplant Center. Parents can order meals to be delivered to their child’s room or go to the cafeteria for free. MY ROOM Kids Beating Cancer MY ROOM program allows each child to put their distinct fingerprint on the place they will be calling home by allowing each child to pick the theme of their hospital room. Each room is equipped with sheets, bedding, toys and games.
will also enjoy exquisite cuisine and premium cocktails, as well as live and silent auctions, a special raffle of diamond stud earrings (1 carat each) valued at $10,000, and a DJ after party. Attendees are invited to don their most mysterious hat or mask at the black- or white-tie preferred gala. Funds raised help Kids Beating Cancer continue its mission of providing access to cures through the science of cutting-edge bone marrow and stem cell transplants at the Kids Beating Cancer Pediatric Transplant Center at Florida Hospital for Children. “For parents of a child diagnosed with cancer, leukemia, or one of 80 malignant and non-malignant life threatening diseases, Kids Beating Cancer doesn’t want them to just hope for a cure; we want to be the resource that makes the science behind the cure possible,” says founder and CEO Margaret Guedes. “Since Dr. David Shook arrived from St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital to be the medical director of the KBC Pediatric Transplant Center, he has performed 50 transplants for children referred from all three of the local children’s hospitals. The growth in the number of diseases stem cell transplants treats has increased the number of children needing the treatment, requiring the Center to make plans to expand the number of beds from eight to at least 16.” For more information on Kids Beating Cancer or to purchase tickets to the 2017 Hats & Heroes Masquerade Ball, visit kidsbeatingcancer.org. september | october 2017
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EMPOWERING HIGH-RISK WOMEN: OPTIONS FOR RISK-REDUCING MASTECTOMY WITH RECONSTRUCTION IN PATIENTS WITH HEREDITARY BREAST AND OVARIAN CANCER SYNDROME by Richard Klein, MD, Ryan Bisson, MS, CGC, and
Rebecca Moroose, MD
THE ANGELINA JOLIE EFFECT: When Angelina Jolie went public with her decision to undergo preventative removal of her breast tissue due to an inherited risk for breast cancer, she helped thousands of women enter the dialog of risk assessment and methods of risk reduction. Angelina carries an inherited mutation in the BRCA1 gene, placing her at significant lifetime risk for developing breast cancer, Fallopian tube cancer and ovarian cancer. Although some studies estimate the risk for breast cancer in
BRCA1 and 2 carriers to be as high as 81 percent, more recent data suggests the cumulative risk for developing breast cancer in BRCA1 mutation carriers is 67 to 72 percent by age 80. For BRCA2 carriers, the estimate of cumulative risk is 66 to 69 percent.
THE IMPACT OF RISKREDUCING MASTECTOMIES: In the New England Journal of Medicine in February 2016, researchers from the Mayo Clinic published a review of the impact on cancer risk reduction in women carrying BRCA1 or 2 mutations and other women with a calculated elevated risk of breast cancer who underwent preventative mastectomies from several different institutions. They also shared data on the longterm psychosocial effects of the decision to have bilateral mastectomies. Their data showed a significant decrease in subsequent breast cancer development from 0 – 3 cases in a series ranging from 18 – 314 patients — a rate well below the averagerisk woman in the U.S. Furthermore, the majority of patients were satisfied with their decision to undergo surgery, had decreased concerns about breast cancer, and favorable or unchanged levels of stress.
RISK-REDUCING MASTECTOMY: Unlike a mastectomy done if a patient is found to have breast cancer, a risk-reducing mastectomy does not require removal of lymph nodes under the arm. Additionally, in appropriately selected patients, the skin over the breast as well as the nipple/
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OPTIONS FOR RECONSTRUCTION: The number of women undergoing breast reconstruction after a mastectomy is on the rise. High-risk women who have not developed breast cancer have several options including “prosthetic” reconstruction with implant devices or “autologous tissue” reconstruction using a woman’s own tissue. Sometimes a combination of the two is used to obtain optimal outcomes. When prosthetic or implant reconstruction is performed, the breast surgeon first removes the breast glandular tissue. If the nipple/areolar complex is preserved, then a sample of tissue from right below the nipple is tested to be certain there are no atypical or precancerous cells present. If negative, the nipple can be spared. If the nipple/areolar complex can’t be salvaged, options exist for nipple reconstruction, including grafted tissue or nipple tattooing. With the advances in cancer genetics and our growing knowledge of genetic mutations that significantly impact breast cancer risk, we can now empower selected patients to have options, ranging from close surveillance for early breast cancer detection to surgical intervention for dramatic risk reduction.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: FORCE — facingourrisk.org — an organization for patients with hereditary breast cancer, has a good patient-focused website that details risk-reducing mastectomy and the types of mastectomies. Breast Care Center at Orlando Health UF Health Cancer Center — ufhealthcancerorlando.com — Request an appointment with breast care specialists; learn about clinical trials and the latest treatments. 52
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Managing Lymphedema with Exercise By Bonnie Pierce, CPT, RYT, and Tammy Smith, RN, CPT
For many breast cancer survivors, the side effects experienced after treatment can prove challenging. Lymphedema is one example. AS PART OF THEIR SURGERY, a
Lymphedema occurs when lymphatic
the severity and cause. Enlisting the ser-
mastectomy patient may have at least two
fluid accumulates, causing painful swell-
vices of a certified personal fitness trainer or
or three lymph nodes removed from under
ing under the skin. It can occur months or
therapist will help you develop an effective,
her arm. If the cancer has spread, it has
years after surgery. It’s a chronic condi-
individualized exercise plan that decreases
most likely moved into those underarm
tion that has no cure, but exercise is one of
the chances of injury or additional fluid
lymph nodes first because they drain
the ways that can help you reduce the risk
accumulation by eliminating the chances of
lymph from the breast. In addition, there
factors and manage your symptoms.
muscle fatigue in the affected area.
are those that need radiation therapy to
With your doctor’s approval, a well-
Although a breast cancer diagnosis
the chest area and/or underarm. Surgery
designed exercise program can be devel-
may have taken you by surprise, you can
and radiation can cut off or damage some
oped that addresses the edema that often
take control of one of its major conse-
of the nodes and vessels through which
accompanies lymph node removal. This
quences. Help yourself by taking a proac-
lymph moves. Over time, the flow of
plan should help stimulate the lymphatic
tive approach toward managing lymph-
lymph can overwhelm the remaining
system and help drain the lymph fluid
edema. Know your risk factors, take steps
pathways, resulting in a backup of fluid
from the limbs. Lymphedema symptoms
to reduce your risks, and be aware of early
into the body’s tissues.
vary from person to person, depending on
symptoms.
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BREAST RECONSTRUCTION:
Knowing Your Options by Scott Rotatori, MD
Many women who have undergone a mastectomy or lumpectomy are unaware of the reconstruction options available to them. Breast Reconstruction Awareness Day is a campaign designed to put an end to the unknown by promoting public education, patient care and research. It is a collaborative effort between the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), The Plastic Surgery Foundation, plastic surgeons specializing in breast surgery, nurse navigators, corporate partners, breast cancer support groups and organizations. The sixth annual Breast Reconstruction Awareness Day will take place October 18. To help educate and bring awareness, we asked board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Scott Rotatori, who specializes in helping women regain their confidence after breast cancer as the chief of plastic surgery at Orlando Regional Medical Center, to explain the latest advancements in breast reconstruction.
B
reast cancer is a major life-alter-
reconstruction involve the use of gel
most common being from the lower stom-
ing diagnosis that involves treat-
implants that are more form-stable because
ach. This flap has a very natural feel to it.
ment by multiple physicians,
of greater cohesivity of the silicone gel
The flap can be pedicled, where it is left
including general/oncologic sur-
inner fill, giving a more stable shape and
attached to the muscle and its contained
geons, medical oncologists, radiation oncol-
thickness to the implants. These implants
blood vessel from the abdomen and rotated
ogists and plastic surgeons. A mastectomy,
can be anatomically shaped (teardrop
up under the skin of the upper stomach to
more so than a lumpectomy, has a greater
breast
widths,
the breast position (commonly done when
effect on a woman’s sense of wholeness
heights, projections and size to match the
reconstructing one breast), or performed
and sexuality. The option to reconstruct
unaffected breast, or round shaped to
as a free-flap procedure, where the vessels
the breast can restore the breast form and
resemble a more youthful breast.
are separated out from the lower abdomen
shape)
with
different
contribute to overall healing and a sense
Recently, implants have been placed
but left attached to a small strip of muscle
of normalcy. Breast reconstruction can be
immediately following a mastectomy, with-
and the larger segment of lower abdomi-
done immediately following a mastectomy
out the use of an expander, particularly in a
nal fat and skin, and then micro-surgically
(most common) or delayed after all other
nipple-sparing mastectomy where an
attached to vessels in the axilla to re-estab-
treatments have been completed.
implant is placed to fill out the whole
lish blood flow (DIEP flap). This flap is
Techniques are centered around using
breast with skin still intact. Usually a
then shaped to a nice breast form and
expander/implant or flap reconstruction.
material is placed internally along the
stitched in place. Since the flap is primar-
Traditionally, an expander is placed sub-
base of the breast to support the implant
ily composed of the patient’s own fat, it
pectoral — where it is mostly covered by
in position. A more recent trend is to place
has a natural feel and can change with
the pectoralis muscle (muscle used for a
the implant above the muscle while
time as the patient’s shape changes and
curl) and then the skin is closed over the
wrapped in this material — acellular der-
gives the added benefit of a tummy tuck of
muscle and expander. Beginning 3 – 6 weeks
mal matrix — to avoid muscle contraction
the lower stomach. Nipple and areolar
post-op, saline solution is periodically
distortion of the implant. Recovery time is
reconstruction can be performed to com-
injected into the expander to fill it out and
faster with these recent changes and
plete the process with the recent trend of
stretch out the skin into a breast shape.
implants can be easily changed to provide
2D/3D tattoos that eliminate an additional
The expander is later exchanged for a
for symmetry later in life. Implants don’t
surgical procedure.
final implant. The patient can go through
last forever and periodically need to be
chemotherapy during this time and even
changed either for age (10 years or more,
For more information on breast reconstruction,
have radiation therapy before the final
or because of rupture).
visit breastreconusa.org. Dr. Rotatori can be
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The breast can also be reconstructed with a flap of the patient’s own tissue — the
reached at 407-628-5476.
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Pink on Parade
Celebrates 5 Years FLORIDA HOSPITAL WILL
PRESENT ITS 5TH ANNUAL PINK ON PARADE BREAST CANCER 5K on October 22 at Florida Hospital Celebration Health. Generosity shared through this fun, family-friendly event will provide hope and healing for patients battling breast cancer and breast cancer survivors at Florida Hospital. The three-mile course will take participants through the quaint Community of Celebration. Whether you run or walk, gather your friends and wear your pinkest attire. All participants will receive an event shirt and bib with timing chip. All finishers will receive a customized Pink on Parade 2017 medal. Awards will be given to the top male and top female finishers.
As a special thank you, all participants who register by October 18 will be entered into a drawing for an Apple Watch with 38mm Rose Gold Aluminum Case and Pink Sand Sport Band. To register or for more information, visit floridahospital. com/foundation/events. 60
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MAKING STRIDES of ORLANDO INTRODUCES 5K RUN NOW IN ITS 21ST YEAR, Ameri-
for American Cancer Society Central
can Cancer Society’s Making Strides of
Florida Area.
Orlando, presented by Lexus of Orlando,
There is a $35 (before October 1) regis-
has traditionally been a non-competitive
tration fee for the 5k that includes a race
walk around Lake Eola and the down-
bib with timing chip and commemorative
town Orlando area. But this year, an inau-
medal, but runners who raise $100 will
gural, competitive 5k run will take place
receive the official 5k t-shirt (registration
in addition to the walk.
fee counts toward fundraising total).
“As the event continues to evolve, we
Breast cancer survivor Michelle Hartog
must evolve with it. Several of our Striders
will chair the event again this year along
have been asking for a competitive 5k run
with a dedicated supporting committee.
to be added to the Making Strides Against
Last year more than 70,000 people attend-
walks unite communities behind the
Breast Cancer Walk. Our generous part-
ed the walk and even more are expected
American Cancer Society’s efforts to save
ner SimonMed Imaging took an interest
this year. With a fundraising goal of $1
lives from breast cancer. To register for
in the initiative, and without their support
million, Making Strides of Orlando hopes
the 5k, which begins at 8am, visit orland-
we would not have been able to give our
to be the first Making Strides event in
ostrides5k.com. The walk will begin at
participants what they have been asking
Florida to break the $1-milllion mark.
9am. For more information or to join a
for. ” says Jessica Lewis, executive director
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team, visit orlandostrides.com.
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LIBBY’S LEGACY Presents 10th Annual SCOOTERS 4 HOOTERS Libby’s Legacy Breast Cancer Foundation
Thornton Park and Winter Park. Typically,
services; and we’ve diagnosed 108 women
was formed in 2007, just a year after Robin
we’ve had from 100 scooters to 300 scooters
and one man with breast cancer — we go
and Marty Maynard lost their mom, Libby,
participate and it’s super fun,” she explains.
with them to all their appointments. In the
to stage IV breast cancer. Libby’s daughter
The event raises money for several of
last nine events, Scooters 4 Hooters has
and Foundation Founder Robin Maynard
the foundation’s programs, including Live
has carried on Libby’s legacy by assisting
Big Memory Trips. When Libby was given
Robin wants one thing to be clear about
other patients in the fight against breast
limited time after a second cancer diagno-
the event: “You do not need a scooter to
cancer. The foundation raises the majority
sis, she told her daughters she wanted to
attend the event. Whether you scoot or
of its funds through an unorthodox, but
cruise to Alaska. Unfortunately, Libby
not, you can create fundraising teams.
fun, signature fundraiser called Scooters
passed before she could take that cruise,
Gather the funds and come celebrate life.”
4 Hooters.
so Robin wanted to offer that opportunity
The one-hour ride will end at Wall
to other breast cancer patients and their
Street Plaza in downtown Orlando for a
families in honor of her mom.
big block party that features food, drinks,
Robin explains that in 1983 she got in a motorbike accident and her mom, Libby,
raised more than $825,000.”
would not allow her to ride. But Robin says
“We set out to raise $5,000 and we
survivor tributes, a scooter raffle and live
shortly before her mother’s passing, Libby
raised $14,000 in the first year,” Robin
entertainment. The 10th Annual Scooters
gave her permission to get on two wheels
says of the inaugural fundraiser. “With the
4 Hooters will take place Saturday, Octo-
again. This was the inspiration behind
extra money we were able to offer breast
ber 21, from 11am – 5pm. For more infor-
Scooters 4 Hooters. “It’s a 22-mile, escorted
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Medical Marijuana is Now Legal in Florida WHAT DOES MEDICAL MARIJUANA MEAN? WHAT ARE THE RULES? by Deborah Harding, MD and Victor Harding, MD, Harding Medical Institute
MARIJUANA, ALSO
settings. Florida has had
called cannabis, has been used for medical purposes for thousands of years with
several major changes in
the first written reports of
cal marijuana. In Novem-
use in China dating back to
ber, voters overwhelmingly
about 2300 BC. A few centu-
approved Amendment 2
ries later, accounts of the
with 71% of Florida voters
medical use of marijuana
approving the measure.
occurred in India and then
Amendment 2 calls for the
in Egypt. It was used in
institution of treatments
Europe for well over a thou-
with medical marijuana
sand years, and Queen Vic-
for a number of serious
toria of England reportedly
conditions. Technically this
used it frequently for her
amendment
menstrual cramps.
effect on January 3 of this
its laws over the past several years regarding medi-
went
into
Marijuana grew naturally in most parts
the value of their businesses. At that time,
year, but since it was not self-executing
of the United States with widespread
marijuana was named a Schedule I drug,
the Florida Department of Health was
medical usage reported in nearly all
signaling the FDA’s opinion that marijua-
instructed to make rules within six
regions. It was on the U.S. pharmacopeia
na is a dangerous drug with no known
months so the regulations would be active
from 1854 until 1941, which meant that
medical benefit, making it a federal crime
by the fall of 2017. The Department of
doctors could write prescriptions for mari-
to prescribe or even assist a person in get-
Health, however, did not come up with
juana for a multitude of illnesses. Many of
ting it. Other Schedule 1 drugs include
these regulations by late June with the
the major pharmaceutical companies,
heroin and LSD. The propagandistic mov-
early July deadline looming. A special
including Squibb, Eli Lilly and Merck, sold
ie Reefer Madness influenced many people
session of the Florida Legislature was
products containing marijuana.
to fear the drug. Although numerous fed-
called by the governor, and a compromise
However, despite the many reported
eral commissions and officials suggested
78-page bill, SB-8, was passed and signed
medical benefits of marijuana, the US fed-
that the rules against marijuana use be
by the governor on June 23, giving detailed
eral government came out strongly against
relaxed or eliminated, marijuana has
specific instructions to the Department of
it, first taxing its sale in 1937 and then
remained a Schedule I drug to this day.
Health regarding these rules and regula-
making it illegal in 1942. Many authors
Meanwhile, over the last 20 years about
tions for the use of medical marijuana. As
attribute the sudden hostile federal actions
half of the states, including Florida, have
of early August, the Department of Health
to the lobbying of several industrialists
weakened or removed prohibitions against
is still working on the wording of these
who allegedly felt marijuana threatened
marijuana in the medical and/or recreational
regulations.
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beautybody&spirit At this point, the situation is still very confusing. The Florida Medical Association is concerned about the requirements of doctors assisting patients getting the drug, which is a possible violation of Schedule 1 regulations. Doctors will need to take a two-hour course and pass an exam to get certified to write prescriptions for medical marijuana. They will be required to do extensive patient histories and physicals and review the patient’s history of drug use. These findings and the plan of care will need to be sent within two weeks to the Department of Health. If the patient is severely affected by any of the conditions listed in the new law, including
little dopamine. There is an excellent vid-
relief. In that marijuana, particularly
terminal illness, chronic nonmalignant
eo online of the remarkable improvements
Indica, can be sedating in some people,
pain, nausea from chemotherapy, cancer,
in a Parkinson’s patient after ingesting a
there is a need to avoid operating heavy
HIV, glaucoma, siezures, multiple sclero-
small amount of marijuana*.
machinery or driving.
sis, and Parkinson’s disease or similar ill-
Marijuana is also reported by many
Clearly more research is needed.
ness, the doctor can then recommend the
people to be a very powerful anti-nausea
Unfortunately, because marijuana is a
patient to the state for a marijuana card
medication and an appetite stimulant. It is
Schedule 1 drug, research using federal
that can be used to gain entry into one of
thought to be effective in cancer and AIDS
money, or in some states even possessing
several state-certified dispensaries.
patients, helping them to be able to eat
marijuana for research, is generally pro-
Patients will need to be re-examined
more food. It, also, apparently controls sei-
hibited. There seems to be an opportunity
every seven months in order to continue
zures in many people, and is thought to
to develop new drugs or treatments should
buying legal marijuana and can only have
reduce many types of pain as well as con-
research be allowed. Many people are call-
a limited amount of marijuana in their
trolling multiple sclerosis. There’s some
ing for marijuana to be relabeled as a
possession. As of now, patients in Florida
evidence that marijuana even limits the
Schedule 2 or 3 drug so this research can
will not be allowed to smoke marijua-
rate of a cancer’s growth. A calming effect
more easily be done.
na. Edibles that look like candy also will
of marijuana seems to greatly help patients
be illegal. Doctors who were certified to
with post-traumatic stress disorder.
For now, medical marijuana serves as an interesting emerging market. There
recommend patients for medical marijua-
There are several active ingredients in
are frequent changes in the rules and regu-
na under the previous laws will likely
marijuana, called cannabinoids, including
lations, especially in Florida, and it will
have to be recertified. Only a few dispen-
THC and CBD, which vary in concentra-
take many years until physicians will
saries will be approved for distribu-
tion — depending on the strain of mari-
know how to prescribe it as a drug for the
tion. The rules are complex and far from
juana. Most marijuana is of three types:
many promising effects it may contain for
finalized, leading to considerable confu-
Sativa, Indica, and hybrids of the two.
treating disease and improving health.
sion among both physicians and patients.
Sativa usually has more THC, and CBC is
Marijuana affects neuronal synapses
more highly concentrated in Indica.
*
— where nerves join each other. Because
Because people may react differently to
https://youtu.be/PgDhsv5Jmmc.
marijuana affects people differently in
various cannabinoids, there is consider-
multiple areas of the brain, there are
able effort being made to get just the right
Dr. Deborah Harding is board certified in
numerous potential actions and uses of
combination of cannabinoids for any given
internal, sleep disorder and anti-aging
the drug. The dopamine system is highly
user. Sativa is reported to create a euphor-
medicine. The Harding Medical Institute is
influenced by marijuana, allowing some
ic state whereas Indica tends to be calm-
located in MetroWest. Learn more at
people to have better management of Par-
ing. Sativa reportedly controls nausea in
hardingmedicalinstitute.com.
kinson’s disease, which is caused by too
most people. Indica may be better for pain
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The video can be viewed on YouTube at
crafty cocktails tastes &experiences The historic downtown Mather Building on South Magnolia Avenue is home to the classy, cozy cocktail spot — Mathers. Recommended concoctions include the Mathers Frozé (Horizon gin, rosé, peaches and prickly pear), Blueberry Basil Gimlet and Mathers Lemonade.
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tastes&experiences
WINING&DINING
Fall is brimming with wine, beer and spirits pairing dinners and special events. Here’s a round-up of some culinary experiences you don’t want to miss.
WALDORF ASTORIA ORLANDO FOOD & WINE WEEKENDS SEPTEMBER 8 – NOVEMBER 12 Food & Wine Weekends at Waldorf Astoria
Bull & Bear
Orlando and Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek is a celebration of fine wine and the culinary arts… the perfect complement to the Epcot Food & Wine Festival. You can dine for an evening, or immerse yourself in a weekend retreat.
WEEKEND HIGHLIGHTS: The Taste of Bull & Bear
Fridays and Saturdays, 6pm – 10pm, Bull & Bear Experience an exclusive five-course tasting menu comprised of exquisite food and wine pairings — prepared by the aclaimed chefs of Waldorf Astoria Orlando. Reservations recommended; please refer to The Taste of Bull & Bear, when making a reservation. Call 407-597-5413. The Taste of Bull & Bear menu will not be available on the following dates: September 22, October 27 and November 11.
The Taste of La Luce Fridays and Saturdays, 6pm – 11pm, La Luce at Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek From the kitchen of La Luce at Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek, enjoy an exclusive four-course menu with recommended wine pairings. Menu may be paired with wine flights for an additional fee. Reservations recommended; please refer to The Taste of La Luce when making a reservation. Call 407-597-3600.
The Taste of Zeta Asia
Fridays and Saturdays, 5pm – 10pm, Zeta Asia at Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek. Guests can savor an exciting epicurean journey at Zeta Asia, exploring perfect pairings of sake or beer with favorite Asian-inspired dishes. La Luce
Cocktail Creations
Saturdays, 4:30pm – 5:30pm, Peacock Alley Muddle, mix and sample! Guests can partake in an interactive experience creating their very own specialty cocktails.
Sip, Swirl & Savor — A Wine Tasting Experience
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Before dinner, sample an array of wines which will be offered as a complement to The Taste of La Luce dinner menu. Regardless of your wine knowledge, this is a wonderful opportunity to learn more from an experienced sommelier.
Bar du Chocolat and Champagne Tasting
Fridays and Saturdays, 7pm – 10pm, Peacock Alley A decadent selection of à la carte chocolate treats handcrafted by Waldorf Astoria Orlando’s world-class pastry team. An array of champagnes are available, as well. Highlights include chocolate truffles, exotic chocolate cakes and bowls of beautiful bon-bons.
Macaron Bar
Fridays and Saturdays, 7pm – 10pm, MYTH Bar at Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek Whether indulging in a pre- or post-dinner treat, guests can visit the Macaron Bar to try an assortment of flavors, handmade by the resort’s world-class pastry team. For a full schedule of events, visit waldorfastoriaorlando.com/food-wine.
NATIONAL CHOCOLATE DAY AT FOUR SEASONS RESORT ORLANDO SEPTEMBER 13
Partake in a sweet celebration of National Chocolate Day September 13, at a one-ofa-kind Dessert Party at Capa restaurant at Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort. Executive Pastry Chef Rabii Saber has prepared a delicious assortment of desserts, and will showcase
Four Seasons Resort Orlando
his award-winning Curtain Rise chocolate cake. The special cake features several layers: a thin, crispy layer of chocolate with pieces of caramelized hazelnut; two layers of chocolate sponge cake; a delicate layer of Caraibe chocolate cremeux; and a layer of coffee bean crème brulee. The entire cake is wrapped with a thin chocolate glaze.
Chef Rabii Saber
In addition, the resort will welcome Master Sommelier George Miliotes for this special event, who will present dessert wines and specialty drinks to accompany the sweet smorgasbord. “I’m thrilled to share my enthusiasm and passion for wine with each and every guest, and look forward to a fun dessert event at Capa,” says George, who is sourcing wines not typically offered at Capa for this exclusive event. Space is limited as this event will be held in one of the private dining rooms at Capa. Tickets are $55 per person and must be purchased online; see the resort’s website for information, fourseasons.com/ orlando. The event will begin at 8pm and conclude for fireworks viewing at 10pm. september | october 2017
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tastes&experiences DUCKHORN DINNER AT FLEMING’S PRIME STEAKHOUSE & WINE BAR SEPTEMBER 15
Co-founded by Dan and Margaret Duck-
roasted duck on a bed of creamy risotto,
horn in 1976, Duckhorn Vineyards has
covered in a honey ginger sauce, paired
spent almost 40 years establishing itself as
with Canvasback, Cabernet Sauvignon
one of North America’s premier produc-
Red Mountain, 2013; and for dessert,
ers of Napa Valley wines. From its modest
bread pudding topped with Fleming’s
inaugural vintage of 800 cases of Caber-
strawberry sauce.
net Sauvignon and 800 cases of Merlot in
Located in Winter Park on the corner
1978, to its addition of Sauvignon Blanc in
of Lee Road and Orlando Avenue. Call
1982, Duckhorn Vineyards has crafted a
407-699-9463 or visit flemingssteakhouse.
tradition of quality and excellence that
com to make a reservation.
continues today. These exquisite wines will be paired with a mouth-watering, five-course menu at Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Park in Winter Park that includes: a strawberry salad paired with Duckhorn, Sauvignon Blanc Napa Valley, 2016; salmon on a bed of roasted brussels sprouts, topped with a tomato tapenade, and paired with Goldeneye, Pinot Noir Anderson Valley, 2014; Kona crusted petite filet with Duckhorn, Merlot Napa Valley, 2013;
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tastes&experiences RODNEY STRONG VINEYARDS WINE DINNER AT RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE SEPTEMBER 21, 22 & 24 Rodney Strong wines have deep roots in
onion and goat cheese flatbread with Rod-
The dinners will take place on Thursday,
Sonoma County, California. The vine-
ney Strong Charlotte’s Home Sauvignon
September 21 at 7pm at the Lake Mary
yards were established more than 55 years
Blanc; seared ahi tuna with Rodney Strong
location, 407-804-8220; Friday, September
ago, when a celebrated American dancer
Chalk Hill Chardonnay; pork carnitas with
22 at 7pm at the Sand Lake Road, Orlando
named Rod Strong settled in Sonoma
arepa corn cake and cotija cheese, paired
location, 407-226-3900; and Sunday, Sep-
County to pursue a second lifelong cre-
with Rodney Strong Russian River Valley
tember 24 at 6pm at the Winter Park loca-
ative passion: wine making. The Klein
Pinot Noir; and a Ruth’s Chris signature
tion, 407-622-2444. The locations will also
family, 4th generation California farmers,
sizzling filet with Rodney Strong Alexan-
be hosting a Marchesi Antinori Wine Din-
purchased the winery in 1989 and initiat-
der’s Crown Cabernet Sauvignon; followed
ner as part of the Ruth’s Chris TasteMaker
ed a renewed commitment of modern,
by an artisanal cheese plate with Rodney
Dinner Series in October. Visit ruthschris.
artisan wine making. Through the years,
Strong Symmetry Meritage.
com for updates and more information.
Rodney Strong Vineyards has earned the reputation for critically-acclaimed single vineyard and reserve wines, standout estate releases and best-in-class Sonoma County varietal wines. Ruth’s Chris also has a storied history, founded by Ruth Fertel more than 50 years ago in New Orleans. The two companies will come together for an indulgent wine dinner experience at local Ruth’s Chris locations. The pairings include: carmelized
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tastes&experiences HARRY’S BREWMASTER SERIES AT ROSEN CENTRE OCTOBER 20
Rosen Centre is cooking up something “brewtiful” this October for Harry’s Brewmaster Series craft beer pairing dinner. Join Harry’s Poolside Bar & Grill’s award-winning Chef Tello Luna and his talented team as they present a five-course dining experience perfectly paired with hand-selected craft beers from Funky Buddha Brewery. The cost is $55 per person, plus tax and service
WINE RIFFS WITH DOMAINE SERENE SEPTEMBER 8
charge. The dinner will take place at 6:30pm at Harry’s Poolside
Hard Rock Hotel is known for doing things differently and in
Bar & Grille at Rosen Centre. For reservations or more informa-
true rock ‘n’ roll spirit, it rebelled against the idea that a wine din-
tion, call 866-274-9156 or visit rosencentre.com/brewmaster/.
ner should be a stuffy affair. Wine Riffs is a multi-sensory, fivecourse dinner event that explores the mix of wine, food and music in a way you can only experience at Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando. Sit and sip with friends as you hear tales of wine making from Domaine Serene, taste the culinary pairings from the hotel’s award-winning chefs, and enjoy a custom soundtrack set to the mood of the evening. From the first tempting hors d’oeuvre to the last bite of dessert, it’s going to be a night like no other. Wine Riffs is held four to five times throughout the year. The next dinner is Friday, September 8 at 7pm. The cost is $125 per person (plus tax and gratuity), which includes dinner and pairings. Call 407-503-2405 for reservations.
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tastes&experiences COWS ’N CABS NOVEMBER 11
John Rivers of 4Rivers Smokehouse, in partnership with ABC Fine Wine & Spirits’ David LaRue, invites guests to grab their boots and dust off their cowboy hats for the seventh annual Cows ’n Cabs in downtown Winter Park’s Central Park West Meadow. Cows ’n Cabs is a food and wine stroll, featuring gourmet fare, wine, craft beer and spirits from more than two dozen acclaimed local restaurants and chefs. This year will offer an expanded lineup of more than 30 restaurants with returning favorites like Hunger Street Tacos, P is for Pie and Hawker’s Asian Street Fare as well as new restaurants like Pizza Bruno
charities. All proceeds from the event will
and will also feature live entertainment
and The Polite Pig.
benefit After-School All-Stars Orlando and
and a silent auction. Ticket prices start at
Over the last six years, Cows ‘n Cabs
Elevate Orlando. The event will take place
$110 and are available for purchase at
has donated more than $520,000 to local
on Saturday, November 11 from 7 – 10pm
cowsncabs.com.
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tastes&experiences OTHER HAPPENINGS: DoveCote is a participant during Magical Dining Month
Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining Month August 25 – October 1
More than 100 area restaurants will offer pre-fixe, three-course dinners for just $35. To view participating restaurants and their menus, go to visitorlando.com/ magicaldining.
ACA Exposed 2017: An Evening of Innovative Food, Drink & Art
October 13 Atlantic Center for the Arts is teaming up with Heather McPherson, a former food editor and multimedia journalist for the Orlando Sentinel, to present a tasteful evening where cuisine, art and intellectual creativity collide. Learn more at atlanticcenterforthearts.org.
Homestead Harvest at Whisper Creek Farm October 26
Chef Peter Zampaglione and Chef Scott Pizzo of Highball & Harvest at The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes, will host the city’s most talented chefs and restaurants for a collaborative dinner to bring awareness to sustainable agriculture. Visit homesteadharvestatwcf. com for more details.
Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic
October 27-28 Join for the day, or the weekend, to sample wines from around the world and savor culinary artistry from pastries to pasta, or partake in one of 11 educational seminars. For more information, visit swandolphinfoodandwineclassic.com. Keep up with the latest on these events and more at orangeappeal.com.
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classicpink
home&design To support Breast Cancer Awareness Month — a portion of each sale will go to a breast cancer nonprofit — Knoll will offer limited-edition versions of two iconic designs, the 1952 Side Chair by Harry Bertoia and the 1948 Hairpin Stacking Table by Florence Knoll in a signature pink powder-coat finish. Both items will be available at knoll.com, October 1-31.
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Building A Midcentury Modern Collection with Pedigree, Provenance & Personality:
EXPERT ADVICE FROM COLLECTORS & DEALERS
m
idcentury modern’s new-
by Karen LeBlanc
Atomic Junkies Midcentury Modern Gallery
found fandom with millennials and minimalist aesthetes has elevated this certain class of vin-
tage furniture and decorative objects to de rigueur status in home décor. Across Central Florida, a growing class of collectors is investing in pieces by Modernist Masters to furnish their midcentury or new construction contemporary homes, attracted to both the streamlined style and philosophical underpinnings of this important design movement. “For consumers in their late 20s to early 50s, their idea of vintage is the midcentury modern timeframe. We have a strong but stealth midcentury movement in Central Florida, a big underground of local midcentury modern collectors,” says Steve
glass, flat roofs, clean lines and rectilinear
collectors, interior designers, architects
Settle, owner of Atomic Junkies Midcen-
facades. Look no further than the 2017
and design aesthetes.
tury Modern Gallery in Winter Park.
New American Home by Phil Kean Design
“Midcentury modern style is a similar
Inspired by innovative, experimental
Group, show home for the International
way of looking at architecture and design
and once-new technologies in the 1940s
Builders’ Show that emulates the Palm
with a minimalist lense. The furniture
through 1970s, midcentury modern has
Springs California’s version of midcentury
scales right for these ’50s, ’60s and ’70s
many iterations, from IKEA renditions of
modern, tinged with Rat Pack-era glamour.
homes as opposed to perhaps the ’90s liv-
mass-produced Scandinavian modern to
“Clean, uncluttered style is attractive to
ing spaces that tend to be larger and more
more high-brow, name-dropping pieces
many younger collectors who want to
ornate,” notes Steve, who opened his mid-
such as Eero Saarinen’s Tulip table, George
streamline and simplify their lifestyles
century modern furniture store in 2009.
Nakashima’s Japanese joinery or Ludwig
without sacrificing great design. Midcen-
Enthusiastically embraced by pop cul-
Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona Chair.
tury modern furniture, art and design fits
ture, shows such as Mad Men introduce a
Locally, the market for midcentury
in with this desire perfectly,” says Rose-
new generation to streamlined, experi-
modern homes is robust, with homeown-
mary Krieger, president of Dolphin Pro-
mental styles originating in the 1920s with
ers investing in and refurbishing architec-
motions, which produces the annual Palm
the Bauhaus school of thought in Germa-
tural jewels by local luminaries, including
Springs Modernism Show and Sale. Palm
ny that introduced design philosophies
architects Nils M. Schweizer, Frank
Springs, arguably the cradle of midcentu-
that became today’s catchphrases: “Less is
Sheehy and Gene Leedy. New construc-
ry modern style in North America, is both
more” and “Form follows function.”
tion also emulates the look with walls of
a muse and resource for Central Florida
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Modernism soon made its way from
Palm Springs Modernism Show & Sale
eager to share their knowledge and experience with show visitors and can help serious collectors hone their collections with the very best examples of pieces representing different designers and design styles,” says Rosemary, whose company is producing the fourth annual Palm Springs Modernism Show & Sale — Fall Edition, held during Modernism Week’s Fall PreJAKE HOLT
view, October 20-22. The event will show-
Europe, capturing the postwar imagina-
ATTEND SHOWS AND SALES
case 40 premier national and international decorative and fine arts dealers of 20th and 21st century objects, furniture, art and textiles.
Design shows and sales are ideal ways to
Estate sales, auctions and garage sales
modern movement is more than 100 years
educate oneself on the vast versions of
are other venues to shop for and discover
old now, much of the midcentury modern
midcentury modern style and the mod-
midcentury modern designs. Steve works
aesthetic remains iconic and timeless. For
ernist masters who produced them. “A
with a large, grassroots network to source
collectors and design enthusiasts in the
benefit of visiting and buying at a show
his products, including special “pickers”
market for midcentury modern design
rather than online is the opportunity to
who go around searching for pieces. “Now
finds, here are five tips from expert collec-
learn from the dealers, who are experts in
that my store is established, I have people
tors and dealers on acquiring and invest-
their fields and often across broad catego-
bring in items they want to sell me. I work
ing in pieces.
ries of collecting. They are more than
with all of the estate sale companies, the
tions of Americans, and although the
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home&design cleaning companies, storage companies —
two camps: Danish modern collectors and
of its original design, it has equity because
anything in the industry that deals with
the American modernist collectors. The
it has lasted the test of time,” notes Steve,
housing,” he says.
latter is looking for works by celebrated
who mixes and matches Danish, American
designers such as Charles and Ray Eames,
and Italian modernism in his home décor.
George Nelson, Norman Cherner, Eero
Midcentury modern is both a style and a
From Danish Modern, to de Stijl and
Saarinen and Milo Baughman produced
mindset springing from postwar optimism
space-age Googie to Bauhaus, midcentury
in the ’40s and ’50s. Danish designers in
and a desire to declutter and experiment
modern design encompasses a wide range
demand include: Arne Jacobsen, Erik
with technology and modern materials
of interpretations. Research is key to
Buch, Niels Moller, Finn Juhl, Poul Cad-
such as tubular steel, bendable wood,
understanding the nuances of this broad-
ovious and Arne Vodder.
molded plastics and foam. “Midcentury
LEARN THE STYLE’S NUANCES
sweeping design style and making smart,
“A lot of the works of Danish designers
modern designers were forward thinkers
sound investments in authentic pieces
are being reproduced by companies such
looking at futurism and what materials
that will appreciate in value. “Midcentury,
as Design Within Reach. If the piece is
can push the envelope of design,” Steve says.
especially ’60s and ’70s designer furniture,
still in production based on the popularity
is really hot right now. Designers such as
TRAIN THE EYE
Milo Baughman, Vladimir Kagan, who
Similar
visited the show last year before he died,
authentic midcentury modern furniture
and Warren Platner, as well as designers
and decorative objects are susceptible to
who create beautiful artful furniture with
imitations that can lead to bad invest-
wood like Sam Maloof and George
ments. Training the eye to identify pedi-
Nakashima, are resonating with collec-
gree and provenance is critical to building
tors and enthusiasts,” Rosemary says. Steve sees his client base divided into
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George Nelsin for Herman Miller multicolor Marshmallow Sofa
to
high
fashion
knock-offs,
a credible collection. Experts advise taking the time to identify telltale signs that
home&design distinguish between originals and fakes.
for a collectible piece, consider restyling it
are a lot of good design copies. Subtle
by changing the upholstery,” says Steve,
tweaks to the width and height of a piece
who often recovers a midcentury modern
can create an affordable version of an
sofa or chair in neutral tones for a more
iconic original. These pieces can be well
current look. “Dining chairs may be origi-
made but they don’t have the pedigree to
nal works by a famous modernist designer
be a collectible,” Steve warns.
but if they have this hideous floral print,
RESTYLE OUTDATED PIECES
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they are of no value in a living space.” Restyling modernist furniture is a pop-
A purple chair and ottoman by Vladimir
ular practice with a new branch of mod-
Kagan is certainly a collectible, but the
ernism, Steve refers to as “Boho modern”
color may not resonate with modern-day
that mixes different styles and textiles to
décor. Experts advise making the most of
express personality. “The look is popular
your investment by updating outmoded
with people in the 20s to 30s demographic
Danish Modern Teak Daybed by Hans Wegner, Palm Springs Modernism Show & Sale exhibitor
Atomic Junkies Midcentury Modern Gallery
colors, fabrics and prints. “When shopping
“Everything is being copied and there
home&design Pair of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin green velour swivel tub chairs on rosewood bases
of price comparison. Steve advises cross-
sell can be loved and enjoyed again rather
checking the sales price history of an item
than ending up in a landfill,” Steve says.
on eBay and the price point of the same
Because modernism design finds are rele-
item in different locales. “Price points vary
vant, reusable, equity-producing invest-
in different cities. For example, I sell a lot
ments, collectors and consumers have
of my products to consumers in New York,
plenty of creative opportunities to invest
where prices are higher for the same item.
in a style with their own personal stamp.
looking for an alternative to midcentury
You can take the average between the
modern funky retro, kitschy ’50s style or
high and low price to come up with a fair
chrome furnishings.”
price for the item,” he says. Steve warns
Also, consider new uses for a piece of
there are unscrupulous sellers in the mar-
furniture such as the credenza, once rele-
ketplace so the old adage applies: “If the
gated to the dining room. “Many custom-
price is too good to be true, then it is.”
ers are purchasing midcentury modern
Midcentury modern furnishings, much
credenzas to use as media cabinets for
like fashion, carry sartorial weight, con-
their low, long profiles that don’t clutter a
veying personality, provenance and phi-
room, yet provide storage,” he explains.
losophy. A Marcel Breuer Wassily Chair
COMPARE PRICES
from the 1920s reappearing in a 2017 living room connotes both status and an eco-
Experts warn that price doesn’t guarantee
consciousness whether intentional or
authenticity nor actual market value with
unintentional.
midcentury modern furniture. The wise
“Collecting midcentury modern design
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falling FOR FASHION PHOTOGRAPHY:
Victoria Angela Photography LOCATION:
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort MODEL:
Asia Hall HAIR AND MAKEUP:
Marjorie Robinson
Sachin & Babi dress, $995; Jimmy Choo Krissy ballet heel, $995; Oscar de la Renta earrings, $365, all from Neiman Marcus, The Mall at Millenia.
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ABOUT THE MODEL: Asia Hall Tell us a little about you... your background and what you are doing now... I grew up in Los Angeles, California. My father, Kevan Hall, is a couture designer and my mother, Debbie Hall, is his COO. So family business was inherently something that I grew to love. My younger brother and I started our first company, Once Youth, when I was in college. It allowed us to express our creativity while learning the challenges of building a startup. I graduated from Westmont College in Santa Barbara with a BA in computer science and art. Currently, I own Neon Cowboys, which is a wearable-tech brand that specializes in light-up cowboy hats that glow in the dark like neon signs.
What influences your personal style? Growing up in the city, my family would retreat to the mountains for relaxation and inspiration. So aesthetically I'm very drawn toward country chic with an edge. My friends tell me I’m a mix of inventive, cool and quirky.
Your father is a well-known designer, so what impact did that have on you? I've learned a ton from my father and I’m still learning. Growing up, you tend to think, ‘I don't want to be like my parents,’ but I can proudly say that I’m a lot like both of them. And I’m grateful that I have the opportunity to learn from their journey.
What do you enjoy about Orlando? I adore Orlando; the community is open and loving which gives it a big town, small city feel. I was able to connect with a lot of women who are creating their own businesses and building their futures. So it’s incredible to have a support system with amazing new friends who encourage me to pursue my dreams. I’m constantly inspired when I go to the springs, have brunch with the girls, or drive toward the sunset with the windows down.
What’s next for you? Neon Cowboys is growing exponentially. We just opened our first warehouse in Orlando and will be expanding the team within the next year. Our mass market Neon Cowboys’ hat will arrive this fall and we are ready to take the world by storm. You can learn more and follow Asia’s journey on Instagram @NeonCowboys and @asia.hall, or at neoncowboys.com; asiahall.com.
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See by Chloé blouse, $345, and Milly pencil skirt, $265, Continuum, Lake Mary; Louise et Cie Jonah pump, $139, and Zac Posen handbag, $550, Tuni, Winter Park; 18kt gold multi-cycle necklace, $3,000; 18kt gold hoop and black diamond charm earrings, $1,275; 18kt gold Constellation diamond tension bracelet, $6,250; 14kt rose gold tension bracelet, $3,490; Stacked Peridot, Heliodor and Tanzanite rings in 18kt gold and palladium, $950 – $1,375; all jewelry from Okidanokh Goldcraft, Ivanhoe Village.
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Trina Turk dress, $378, Continuum, Lake Mary; Botkier Gianna heels, $128, Tuni, Winter Park; Prada Greca quilted nylon shoulder bag, $1,850, Neiman Marcus, The Mall at Millenia; Cycle 18kt gold necklace, $4,200, with diamond Cycle Clasp 18kt gold charm, $1,550; Couture 18kt gold earrings, $2,200; Aquamarine and Tourmaline Lollipop rings in 18kt gold, $1,100 – $1,800; Pebble 18kt gold bracelet, $3,675; all jewelry from Okidanokh Goldcraft, Ivanhoe Village.
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Parker Cabbage Rose ruffle maxi, $475; Joie velvet vintage blazer, $428; Prada Dalia satin platforms, $750; Jose & Maria Barrera drop earrings, $365; Alexis Bittar ring, $275, and Alexis Bittar gray bangle and gold bangle, $145 and $275; all from Neiman Marcus, The Mall at Millenia.
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Tadashi Shoji off-the-shoulder lace cocktail dress, $395, and Valentino velvet bow sandal, $795, Neiman Marcus, The Mall at Millenia; 0.56ctw diamond hoop and charm earrings in palladium, $2,680; 18kt gold Pebble chain necklace, $7,350, with ice blue Zircon pendant in 18kt gold, $1,700; 18kt gold Domed ring, $1,200, with diamond band, $1,900; Vesuvius diamond ring in 18kt gold and palladium, $4,600; Pebble diamond bracelet in palladium, $3,770; all jewelry from Okidanokh Goldcraft, Ivanhoe Village.
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Kevan Hall Designs lace suit, kevanhalldesigns.com; Stuart Weitzman Curvia pumps, $425, Alexis Bittar white bangle, $245, Jose & Maria Barrera earrings, $165, and Oscar de la Rental floral necklace, $990, Neiman Marcus, The Mall at Millenia.
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Stylestalker fit and flare dress, $246, Dolce Vita Harvey Rose satin shoes, $130, and JNB round metal crystal clutch, $285, Tuni, Winter Park; Spark Creations 18kt white gold 10.30ctw moonstone, 1.09ctw sappire; 0.89ctw diamond earrings, $9,300; Spark Creations 18kt white gold 2.40ctw sapphire and 1.08ctw diamond ring, $11,550; Norman Covan 16.5" 0.54ctw diamond, 0.31ctw rose-cut diamond and 1.68ctw sapphire necklace, $3,280; all jewelry from Be On Park, Winter Park.
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Lily fur collar, $1,095, Cinq a Sept Morghana dress, $465, and Aveo Les Filles Myra frayed ruffle heels, $158, Tuni, Winter Park; Diamond Cycle Clasp in 14kt rose gold with bead and cable necklace set, $2,075, Liquid Bracelets in 18kt gold, 14kt rose gold and palladium, $1,200 - $1,500, and Liquid Rings stacked with diamond bands, $250 – $1,900, Okidanokh Goldcraft, Ivanhoe Village; Roberto Coin 18kt white gold 55mm inside-out 1.97ctw diamond hoops, $6,200, and Yael Designs 18kt white gold 19.47ctw opal and 1.37ctw diamond ring, $7895, Be On Park, Winter Park.
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Kevan Hall Designs gown, kevanhalldesigns.com; Jimmy Choo Romy glitter pump, $625, Neiman Marcus, The Mall at Millenia; Penny Preville 18kt white gold and 0.34ctw diamond new pearl earrings, $3,995; Be On Park platinum 1.50ctw diamonds by-the-yard necklace, $4,800, with Penny Preville 18kt white gold 1.29ctw diamond elliptical leaf enhancer, $4995; Yael Designs 18kt white gold 19.47ctw opal and 1.37ctw diamond ring, $7,895; all jewelry from Be On Park, Winter Park.
Floral and table setting provided by Flourish Productions Drapery and dĂŠcor provided by Swag Decor Cake provided by the pastry chefs at Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort; shot on location in the Queen event room
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Alice McCall Northern Lights dress, $420, Halston kimono wrap, $325, and Rebecca Minkoff Putty crushed velvet flats, $135, Tuni, Winter Park; Be On Park Tahitian pearl strand with 14kt white gold diamond ball clasp, $7,200; Nader Kash double halo diamond stud earrings, 0.56ctw, cushion centers, 0.26ctw surrounding diamonds, $3,700; A. Link 18kt rose gold 4-prong set 2.04ctw diamond bangle, $6,700; Chimento Stardust 18kt white gold and 18kt rose gold bracelets with diamonds, $3,170 – $4,910; Chimento Bamboo 18kt white gold and 18kt rose gold bracelets with pave diamond bar, $2,040 each; all jewelry from Be On Park, Winter Park.
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Aidan Mattox gown, $575, Valentino Rockstud spike quilted leather wallet on chain, $1,545, Alexis Bittar ring, $245, and Oscar de la Renta starburst drop earrings, $390, Neiman Marcus, The Mall at Millenia. On the Cover: Marchesa Notte fuchsia gown, $1,295; Manolo Blahnik Flore fuchsia satin flower sandals, $865; Judith Leiber Couture Madison satin clutch, $1,995; Oscar de la Renta beaded drop earrings, $435; Chan Luu beaded bracelets, $225 each; Jose & Maria Barrera gold ring, $460; all from Neiman Marcus, The Mall at Millenia
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A Confection Connection THE AMERICA’S CAKE FAIR 2017 SWEETENS THE ORANGE COUNTY CONVENTION CENTER, OCTOBER 13-15, WITH A FULL MENU OF TASTE-TEMPTING ACTIVITIES FOR CAKE LOVERS, CELEBRITY AFICIONADOS AND FULL-FLEDGED FASHIONISTAS. AND UNLIKE MANY OTHER
MICH TURNER
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— THIS ONE IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
ake Fair is the largest trade
of cake. From the art of airbrushing to
and consumer show in
mastering chocolate modeling, all classes
North and South America
and demonstrations will provide instruction
dedicated to cake, choco-
on the latest techniques from the world’s
late, sugar arts and more.
most knowledgeable cake decorating ex-
The inaugural Cake Fair in 2015 was an
perts. All classes are three hours in duration
immediate sensation among professionals
and must be booked in advance online.
and consumers alike, and this year, more
World-renowned cake industry celebri-
than 10,000 baking professionals, indus-
ties scheduled to present throughout the
try buyers, pastry chefs, cake artists, retail
weekend include: Mich Turner, whose cli-
bakers, hobbyists and everyday foodies
entele includes the Queen of England,
from around the world are expected to
Madonna and David Beckham; Nancy
attend the three-day celebration of cake,
Fuller, host of Farmhouse Rules on the
chocolate and sugar artistry.
Food Network; and pastry genius Ron
“Consumer interest in baking is at an all-time high,” says Kevin O’Reilly, founder KEVIN O’REILLY
In addition to the featured stage pre-
an enormous hunger among professionals
sentations, the show’s jam-packed sched-
and hobbyists, alike, for new products, ser-
ule will include:
vices and ideas. Our show delivers that
* The Sugar Art Fashion Show, with models strutting the runway adorned by
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wedding cakes” by The New York Times.
of Satin Fine Foods and Cake Fair. “There’s
and much more.”
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Ben-Israel, named “the Manolo Blahnik of
cake costumes and edible ensembles. * Live Global Cake and Chocolate Chal-
RON BEN-ISRAEL
BUDDY VALASTRO
CHEF EMILY ELLEN, EVENT EMCEE Known as the Retro Rad Chef, Central Florida’s Emily Ellyn returns to jazz up the main stage of America’s Cake Fair, introducing some of the biggest names in the baking world and entertaining guests throughout the event. Emily has appeared on Food Network Star; was victorious on Food Network’s Cupcake Wars; and was recently the winner of Cutthroat Kitchen. She is currently the author of the “Ask the Cake Genius” column for Cake Central magazine. Known for her quirky style and flair, Emily will be co-hosting the Sugar Art Fashion Show as part of America’s Cake Fair. Emily encourages everyone to dig through their mother’s recipe box, dust off their pressure cookers, and take the old and make it new. She takes the retro, remixes it, and makes it rad. You can’t miss this rising culinary star, with her trademark cat-eyed glasses, as she cooks up fun at culinary and spirits events around the world. lenges, where international teams and individuals will battle for top honors. * Traditional cake competitions offering cash prizes for contestants across all skill levels. * More than 100 hands-on classes, demonstrations and business seminars taught by the world’s best cake decorators. * An exhibit hall overflowing with products and services, including some items for cash and carry. Rounding out the expo are four themed zones sprinkled around the show floor including: Wedding — where attendees can engage in the latest cake and wedding trends; Chocolate — with the finest in gourmet chocolate making and modeling; Kids — a yummy, interactive experience for budding cake artists; and Cake — for a delectable introduction to fondant and other skills. For a complete schedule of events and tickets, visit cakefair.com/events/. september | october 2017
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ou can mingle with fellow fashionistas at a fun, delectable evening featuring food, libations and a high-energy, New York-style fashion show displaying mouth-watering haute couture — literally. The special event on Friday, October 13, from 7-9:30pm, will feature gorgeous, edible ensembles masterfully designed by more than one dozen celebrated sugar, cake and chocolate arti-
sans. The stunning creations will take the catwalk to new heights during the one-of-a-kind event, hosted by Fashion Stylist/On-air Style Expert Melanie Pace and Food Network Star Emily Ellyn. Proceeds from the fashion show will benefit Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida. For every fashion show ticket purchased, Second Harvest can provide up to $90 worth of groceries for struggling families, seniors, kids, veterans and others. Participation in this event will help close the gap on hunger in Central Florida. For tickets, visit cakefair.com/fashion-show/.
local color create desserts that are tastier, more beautiful, and more blissful than ever before.
Chef Stephane Cheramy, Event Judge
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“I was drawn to pastry because of the connection with glamour, art, fashion, creativity and precision,” Chef Cheramy adds. He was educated and trained throughout the South of France and then moved to the United States in 1998 to work as assistant pastry chef at The Bellagio, Las Vegas. He then joined The Ritz-Carlton Company in 2000 as assistant pastry chef at The Ritz-Carlton Naples, before working as executive pastry chef for The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota. In Orlando, he currently oversees an international team of 30 pastry cooks and bakers. He has received many awards and accolades, including the Rising Chef Award for Ritz-Carlton Worldwide in 2004, and has also trained pastry chefs during openings and special events, participated in and judged numerous pastry competitions, and became part of the Academie Culinaire de France. “Knowing that we are delivering sweet perfection in everything we do is the best recognition I could receive,” he says.
Chef Laurent Branlard, Event Judge
Laurent Branlard is the executive pastry chef for the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort. A native of France, he is a highly accomplished pastry chef who holds the distinction as the only two-time winner of the World Pastry Team Championship. He captained Team USA to victory in 2008 after previously winning in 2002. Laurent Branlard and Team USA defeated the top chefs from competing nations in a challenging two-day, 13-hour competition that tested the team’s culinary ability and artistic skills. In between his world titles, he held the honor of serving as a judge for the pastry championship competition and coaching Team USA in the 2006 World Pastry Competition to a bronze medal. He holds the honor of being named one of the Top Pastry Chefs in America.
Last year’s food and fashion mash-up created these stunning edible ensembles from some of the top names in the business.
Mercedes Strachwsky, Cake Artist and Event Instructor
Mercedes Strachwsky, owner of Bake Me A Cake, is a self-taught cake designer. She was born in Popayan, Colombia, and came to the United States in 1980. She has been married to architect and pastry chef Alex Strachwsky for 37 years and has three children, Andy, David and Michael. As a child, Mercedes was always fascinated with art. Her love of nature inspired her to become very creative as a young girl. She discovered cakes when she ordered a birthday cake for her son and was not happy with the results. She began a hobby in cakes, honing her skills. As she continued creating new ideas for cakes, her passion grew into teaching. Mercedes is great with people and loves sharing her gift with others. She enjoys teaching locally and internationally. In addition, Mercedes travels the world demonstrating her Satin Ice rolled fondant techniques.
Beth Townsend, Satin Ice Artist of Excellence
Beth Townsend is a cake artist living in Palm Beach Gardens. Growing up with a passion for art and a love of sweets, cake art seemed to be her perfect calling. Coming from a large family of nine children with loving and supportive parents, all were encouraged to be artistic with crafting, sewing, painting or anything to express creativity. In her previous profession, she was a faux painter and wood finisher for 17 years, operating a custom wood working company. After seeing cake craft on TV she decided to try her hand. Transitioning into art on cakes was a natural fit due to her love of creating and sugar. She happily traded sandpaper and paint for cake and icing. With a lot of trial and error, her specialty in cake became doing sculpted, realisticlooking, gravity-defying designs. Her father, Bob Townsend, an accomplished inventor, helped her evolve the internal form structure and basic architecture needed to push the limits on her extraordinary designs.
The Americas Cake Fair 2017 Main Stage Schedule* FRIDAY, OCTOBER 13 10:30am Domino Sugar Presentation 11:30am Mich Turner 1:00pm Nancy Fuller 2:00pm Ron Ben-Israel 3:00pm Paul Bradford 4:00pm Global Challenge Awards Ceremony SATURDAY, OCTOBER 14 10:30am Ron Ben-Israel 11:30am Special Guest 1:00pm Mich Turner 2:00pm Buddy Valastro 3:00pm Shawna McGreevy & Avalon Yarnes 4:00pm Ewald Notter SUNDAY, OCTOBER 15 10:30am Special Guest 11:30am Special Guest 1:00pm Nancy Fuller 2:00pm Buddy Valastro 3:00pm Awards Presentation *Show schedule subject to change
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Finding Her Voice and Using It
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Lisa thought she was living a fairytale at
become even more empowered. “I discov-
the age of 19. She was singing in the
ered that I wasn’t the only one and could
church choir and he was working in the
make something more of my life,” she
sound booth. Then one day, a mutual
adds.
friend made an introduction.
Today, Lisa Alexander has found her
Lisa was completely smitten. She
voice. Next year, she’ll receive a doctorate
couldn’t believe that she had met “the
in education in behavioral health. Six
one.” But she was informed by another
years after her divorce, she met her new
church friend that her boyfriend was abu-
husband, who treats her wonderfully; and
sive in past relationships. When Lisa
they’re expecting a baby girl this Decem-
approached him about it, he denied the
ber. For the past two years, she’s also been
allegations. She believed him because she
helping other survivors across the United
loved him and didn’t know any better. She
ing job and handled all the bills. He left
States and in the Caribbean to find their
grew up in a loving home with both of her
her with no cell phone, computer or money.
voice. She guides them toward the tools
parents and siblings.
Only when he left for work did she receive
and resources for help and will continue to
Shortly thereafter, she started to see
help from a neighbor so she could at least
do so long after receiving her doctorate.
the signs of abuse. He locked her in a
communicate with her family back in
Lisa’s also in the great company of com-
room, controlled where she went, and
Florida. One day, she needed toiletries, but
munity champions against domestic vio-
even followed her to work. “I just thought
her husband wouldn’t give her money. “He
lence. On October 18, during the annual
he loved me so much that he wanted me to
told me to figure it out. I stood there in the
Signature Purple Door Luncheon, Harbor
be safe,” she shares. “I couldn’t compre-
grocery store parking lot thinking this
House will honor four Champions of
hend why else he was behaving this way.”
couldn’t be my life,” she says.
Courage: Apopka Police Chief Mike
Four years later, they got married on
After returning to Central Florida two
McKinley — Champion of Justice Award;
New Year’s Eve in front of all of her family
years later, Lisa began extensively research-
Ted Maines — Champion of Advocacy
and friends. It was festive and loving —
ing abuse, marriage and relationships. She
Award; the Muslim Women’s Organiza-
although she had reservations the night
also called Harbor House of Central Florida
tion — Champion of Courage Award; and
before. She married him anyway; but her
with questions and visited the website
City of Orlando Commissioner Patty
intuition ended up being correct in the end.
before hitting the escape button, so her
Sheehan — Champion of Equality Award.
Shortly after the wedding, they lived in
husband couldn’t track her online history.
her parent’s house, but Lisa hid all of the
But it was a video testimony of another
abuse. Three years later, she became
survivor that showed her there is a better
any socioeconomic class and gender at any
pregnant with their daughter. “I thought
life. At that moment, Lisa left a note,
time. October is Domestic Violence Aware-
maybe being pregnant would help the sit-
packed up the car and the kids and drove
ness Month and Harbor House would like
uation, but it ended up being horrible —
to her parents’ house while her husband
for you to join them in taking a no-tolerance
absolutely horrible,” she reveals.
Domestic abuse can happen to anyone of
was out for the night. “He was getting vio-
stance against this global epidemic. If you
Her husband then moved them to Ala-
lently worse and I had to get out. I had
or someone you know might be experiencing
bama after their daughter’s birth. Four
done enough research to get me safely to
domestic abuse, please call the confidential
months later, she became pregnant with
my parents, but I knew we couldn’t stay
hotline at 800-500-1119 to speak with an
her son. “At that time, it was about survival,”
there for long. I was terribly afraid of what
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she continues. “It was more out of self-
he would do because he knew where they
more. Join the organization during the
preservation, but I did receive another life
lived,” she explains.
Purple Door Luncheon and find out how
blessing as a result.”
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you can be that difference in our community.
Lisa was isolated in Alabama with her
helped her find safe housing and provided
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children. Her husband worked a good-pay-
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