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2 JANUARY 2015 | Click magazine
Click magazine | JANUARY 2015 3
27GET IN GEARExercise accessories that go the distance
63TEEING OFFGolf gurus Chris and Brittany Thompson run the range at Cordova’s Vantage Point driving range
68PURE ZENThe right move to ring in the new year
37 | CROWN BENEFIT
40 | A MAGICAL NIGHT IN OVERTON PARK
41 | DADDY & ME SNOW BALL
42 | MUSIC TO YOUR MOUTH
43 | ORPHEUM AUCTION GALA
44 | OLD TOWNE HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE
45 | GIRLS NIGHT OUT
46 | SOUTHERN SOIREE
47 | THEATRE MEMPHIS’ SCOTCH TASTING 2014
47 | BYHALIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ELECTED OFFICIALS RECEPTION
48 | METHODIST CANCER CENTER LUNCHEON
49 | GUYS, NO TIES, GIRLS IN PEARLS
OUT & ABOUT
On the cover: Photo by Yen Studios.
CONTENTS January 2015
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50 | SMITH PHILLIPS’ CHRISTMAS PARTY
51 | RED BOA BALL
52 | THE BAR-KAYS’ 50TH ANNIVERSARY GALA
53 | INDIA FEST
FEATURES
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DEPARTMENTS
January 2015 • Volume 9 No. 1CONTENTS 2414
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11 | INTERVIEW The End of an EraBlues Foundation head Jay Seileman on stepping down in 2015, leaving his mark on this Memphis music community
14 | FOOD The Bean SceneRelevant Roasters cooks up rare blends with a side of inspiration
16 | MUSIC Legends Live OnSoul sensations The Bar-Kays celebrate 50 years of stirring music
18 | ARTS Forging on the RiverYoung artisans revive an ancient craft at the National Ornamental Metal Museum
20 | DRINKS Something FreshChris Gray of So Fresh Mobile Juice Bar brings quirky juice and smoothie alternatives to the Memphis public
22 | BOOKS On the NoseMidSouth native Jim Conaway’s latest offering hits home for wine lovers and mystery aficionados
24 | CAUSES A Powerful WeaponA local nonprofit promotes nonviolent reform in the MidSouth
81 | STYLE Rough around the Edges7 Lucky Stone’s bold, natural stones add an unexpected flair
88 | RECIPE More Than MarinaraZesty tomato-based alternatives for the Southern chef
92 | LIVE WELL The Path Not TakenWorkout tips to power through the winter slump
IN EVERY ISSUEEditor’s Letter 6Contributors 8
Calendar 56See & Do 96
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Moving Ahead
This past year seemed to move by in a blink. And while I dread getting older,
I look forward to the fact that a new year means a dozen new issues of my
favorite magazine.
This month is all about healthy living and, being the paragon of sedentary
lifestyle that I am, I learned a ton. For example, I learned that coffee, while
delicious and required for daily activity, is not an acceptable food group. That
said, I still encourage readers to take a peek at Tess Catlett’s feature on Relevant
Roasters (page 14), a new roastery in Memphis’ up-and-coming arts district that
packs a bunch of tasty and rare beans that you won’t find anywhere else. And
speaking of things with a disputed position on the food pyramid, we’ve also
got a feature on the sometimes-a-fruit-but-not-really goodness of tomatoes
(page 88).
Then there’s our main features for this month, a pair of beautifully designed
and fun pieces on living an active life in the MidSouth without breaking too
much of a sweat. Not many can say they spent their whole work week studying
golf (page 62) or observing yoga (page 68), but these sort of fun diversions are
pretty much par for the course for Click’s staff.
In the spirit of good health, we’ve eschewed our normal cocktail feature this
month in favor of a delicious smoothie from So Fresh Mobile Juice Bar, The
Blueberry Matcha (page 20). I had one of these myself and rest assured, it’s
somehow tastier than any milkshake.
So from all of us here at Click to the rest of the MidSouth: Have a great 2015.
Love what you do, do what you love. And I promise we won’t judge if you break
a resolution or two.
Read on,
Write To Us: Email [email protected] or send us a letter at Click Magazine P.O. Box 100, Hernando, MS 38632.
editor’s letter
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Contributing Writers Tess Catlett, Casey Hilder, Michelle Hope, Kathryn Leache, Alexandra Nicole
M.B. Sellers
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January 2015
Rupert Yen This month’s cover and fashion spread was shot by Memphis-based photographer Rupert Yen. With an extensive career spanning more than 30 years, Yen, founder and head photographer of Yen Studios, specializes in advertising, portrait, wedding and fashion photography. Rupert and his wife Debbie have been married for 29 years, and they have two beautiful daughters. When not looking for the next great shot, he enjoys playing tennis and traveling the world, taking pictures as he goes.
contributors
Alexandra NicoleThis month’s style feature was coordinated by Memphis native Alexandra Nicole, who owns and operates three local boutiques, a makeup line and her very own fashion brand. From styling clients and working behind the scenes as a MUA and Stylist for fashion shows and shoots, to attending LA and New York market trips and runway shows, Alexandra lives for the fashion and trends of the modern woman’s lifestyle. For the modern woman who wants fashion, makeup, lifestyle and DIY ideas, and a behind-the-scenes look at Click’s fashion shoots, follow her blog at citychicliving.com. Sam Prager
A portion of the events featured in this issue were photographed by Click writer Sam Prager. Born and bred in Memphis, Tennessee, Prager is a freelance arts and entertainment writer. He has covered the inaugural induction of the Memphis Music Hall of Fame, and has interviewed and photographed a variety of Southern musicians including Otis Redding III, Muck Sticky and ZZ Top. In his spare time, Prager performs live music under the pseudonym Alias Mancub.
Tonya ThompsonA Southern-born writer and editor, Thompson has spent most of her lifebetween Nashville and the Mississippi Delta. Now, a contributing editor for Click magazine, Thompson writes frequently on life in the South through her blog, The Tenth Muse (tenthmusememphis.com). Originally from Clarksville, Tennessee, Thompson enjoys vintage motorcycling and traveling with her husband and children. Her story “A Powerful Weapon” appears on page 24 of this month’s issue.
Tess CatlettA Southaven native who attends school at the University of Missouri in Columbia, Missouri, Catlett is a former intern for Click Magazine. An avid and tenacious writer, Catlett has been featured in various publications including Vox Magazine, The Columbia Missourian and The DeSoto Times-Tribune. This month, Catlett delivers a diverse offering of music, food and style features, including an exclusive interview with Blues Foundation head Jay Sieleman (page 11). When not writing, Catlett enjoys binge watching underrated TV dramas and making recommendations in young adult literature.
M.B. Sellers A recent graduate of the Ole Miss Honors College, M.B. Sellers currently works for the Oxford-based label, Fat Possum Records and plans on attending University of Mis-sissippi’s MFA program for fiction writing in Fall 2014. Her interests include a love for Sonic breakfast toasters, Wes Anderson, reading, writing, and listening to sappy audio books on long car drives. Sellers heads to Memphis to sample this month’s featured drink, The Blueberry Matcha (page 20).
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UP FRONTARTS, CULTURE AND PERSONALITIES
Current
The End of an Era
Blues Foundation head Jay Seileman on stepping down in 2015, leaving his mark on
this Memphis music community
Interview by TESS CATLETT
12 JANUARY 2015 | Click magazine
Click Magazine: What brought you to Memphis?
Jay Sieleman: I’ve always been a big music lover and, later
on, a blues music lover. The road to Memphis was paved with
pivotal stops in musical history. I attended the New Orleans
Jazz & Heritage Festival, which lead me to go on a Blues Cruise
in 1994. From there, I learned about the Blues Foundation and
the Blues Music Awards.
CM: How did you get your start at the Blues Foundation?
JS: I visited Memphis in 1996 to attend the Blues Music Awards,
and I was hooked. I was working as an attorney in Panama
at the time, but I began volunteering for the Foundation
remotely as part of the advisory board. I wrote articles on
nonprofit law for the website and advised blues societies on
nonprofit law via email.
When the director of administration stepped down, I was
selected to come in. That was in 2003. The title has changed a
few times since then, but I’ve always served as the head of the
Foundation. The only difference is that now I’m referred to as
the president and chief executive officer, but I still vacuum
the office and wash windows.
CM: Why was it important for you to improve upon the Handy
Artists Relief Trust Fund?
JS: Although the HART Fund was started before I came in, no
disbursements were being made. Money was being raised,
and it continued to accumulate. At the time, and it continues
today, many artists are unable to afford health care. Too often
a musician will die penniless, and the family has no money
for funeral expenses. The Fund is able to aid musicians and
their families in financial need due to a broad range of health
concerns, and we’ve distributed a quarter million in funds
since I came on board. It’s something that we’re really proud
of, and we continue to see applicants come in after hearing
about the Fund from another musician.
CM: What inspired the Foundation to create Generation Blues
Educational Fund?
JS: Cassie Taylor — she’s on the Board of Directors — wanted
to know if the Foundation could sponsor a couple of students
to attend a blues summer camp, and we wanted to keep that
going. We wanted to be proactive. We’ve awarded scholarships
to 70 young performers over the last five years to study at
reputable blues camps.
BLUES FOUNDATION PRESIDENT AND CEO JAY
Sieleman will leave his position as the longest-
serving executive in the Foundation’s 35-year
history. Under his leadership, the organization has
experienced remarkable economic growth, strength-
ened its ties internationally and began building
the permanent Blues Hall of Fame.
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CM: The International Blues Challenge has grown substan-
tially during your tenure. What are your thoughts moving into
the 31st IBC?
JS: The IBC kicks off with the international showcase, which
I’m really looking forward to. You get to hear two songs from an
act before it moves on to a performance from another country.
It isn’t until the challenge gets going that you start to get a feel
for who’s making waves and gaining traction in the industry.
The musicians always make us look good!
CM: Photographers Jenn Ocken and Greg Johnson have been
so moved by the IBC that they endeavored to create a memoir
profiling the challenge. What are your thoughts on this?
JS: Greg’s probably one of our best volunteers at IBC and at the
Foundation; they’ve both served the Foundation tremendously.
I’ve seen some of the pictures and I know the book is generating
a lot of buzz. I know there was a fundraising campaign to donate
copies of the book to our Youth Competition participants. My
wife and I sold half a dozen copies.
CM: Can you tell me about the process to finally building the
Hall of Fame? What can we expect to see?
JS: When visitors would come into to our office on Union
Avenue — especially our European visitors — they would
expect something to be there. The Blues Foundation wasn’t
a destination like many believed it should be. With the
construction of the Hall of Fame, people will have a reason to
come visit the Foundation.
We weren’t looking to get into the museum business; our
consultants — Design 500, in collaboration with architecture
firm archemania — came up with the idea. The new location
has the space, and we know it’s something that will attract
visitors. Signed instruments, iconic clothing and 78s are
among the items to be showcased, and there will also be
interactive displays where you can look up songs or biographical
information on an artist.
As you do this, you start to realize it’ll be a work in progress.
Someone will loan or donate something five years from now
that we don’t even know about yet. A woman in New Zealand
is making a bronze bust of Memphis Minnie specifically for the
Hall of Fame and bringing it to the grand opening.
CM: Looking back, what would you say your proudest moment
has been?
JS: Seeing the construction of the Hall of Fame, not only
because it pays respect to the artists, but also because of the
thousands of people who will be exposed to the history it
holds. The footprint of the Foundation will be so much bigger.
I’m also proud of our growth internationally. I’ve traveled to
Canada, Europe and South America on business and it’s
always proved to be a good experience. While doing work for
the Foundation, I’ve had people say I was the first person to
treat them with respect and treat them as if they were a part
of the blues community. This kind of feedback has pushed me
to better our relationships internationally. Two-thirds of the
funding for the Hall of Fame came from individual blues fans
from around the world, and we have 15 to 20 different countries
represented at IBC each year.
CM: Can you tell me about your decision to step down?
Why now?
JS: There are a couple reasons, namely that I’ve done everything
that I know to do. There are things that we have accomplished
during my time — such as the Hall of Fame — and there are
things that we haven’t. I think it really is time for someone else
to take the reins. Each person brings their own skills, talents
and prejudices to the position. The next person will bring
something new, and I’m excited to see what they can do.
CM: Once the transition is complete, what are your plans?
What’s next for you?
JS: Nothing! I’m looking forward to taking a break. There have
always been things that you mean to do, like going to the zoo
on a nice afternoon or checking out the new Mississippi Blues
Trail markers. Once I retire, I’ll be able to hop in the car on a
Tuesday afternoon and go exploring, if that’s what I want to do.
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14 JANUARY 2015 | Click magazine
WHOLESALE COFFEE BUSINESS RELEVANT ROASTERS
is about much more than a great cup of coffee. For
owner Jimmy Lewis, opening the roaster had to do
with wanting fulfillment on multiple levels. “I was motivated
to have pleasure at work,” he says. “I was in a work situation
that didn’t make me happy.” Lewis firmly believes that “One’s
job in life is to determine the work one wants to do, and then go
out and do it.” So he took a step back and began soul searching.
“I followed that question. For me to be inspiring to anyone else,
I have to be inspired by the work that I’m doing.”
Housed in the Broad Avenue Arts District, Relevant Roasters
produces environmentally sensitive whole bean and ground
coffee for sale to local grocers and coffee houses. Specialty
blends are crafted with beans from Nicaragua, Peru, Ethiopia
and Sumatra through a convection roasting process. In
convection roasting, air is the transmitter of heat, rather than
a metal burner as seen in the more traditional drum heating
process. Using convection heat results in a more even, clean
roast, Lewis says, adding that he never wants the coffee to
taste burnt or bitter. Several different levels of roast are made,
The Bean SceneRelevant Roasters cooks up rare blends with a side of inspiration
Story by TESS CATLETT | Photography by CASEY HILDER
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“Life is too short to drink bad coffee...It’s more than just a dark
liquid to swig”
including espresso, a medium roast, a decaffeinated coffee
made using the Swiss Water process and single-origin coffees.
Relevant Roasters’ signature blend features two different
roasts of Nicaraguan Idealista and Don Francisco farms.
Head Roaster Micaela Watts says that roasting time varies
depending on what she wants to get out of a given batch.
Darker roasts can take anywhere from 15 to 16-and-a-half
minutes, whereas a lighter roast can come out at 12 minutes.
It all comes down to two variables, time and temperature, she
says, adding that there are certain benchmarks she tries to hit.
She doesn’t like roasting smaller batches, because she says
they’re harder to control. Watts prefers to tackle larger batches
— the roaster can hold a maximum of 33 pounds — and roast
around 100 pounds per day.
The business’ Loring roaster is four times more energy efficient
than traditional coffee roasters, Lewis says. The state-of-the-
art machine has a built-in incinerator that removes the smoke
produced by the machine, which he says contributes to this
efficiency. It’s also environmentally sealed. It doesn’t matter if
it’s below freezing or upwards of 100 degrees in the warehouse,
Watts says the machine doesn’t know the difference.
Relevant Roasters has been up and running since late
September, and Lewis says they’re almost finished with phase
one — “to become excellent at roasting.” The roaster has
even dipped into phase two, which is getting on grocery store
shelves and in coffee shops. Blends can be found at almost ten
Memphis locations, including French-focused café Tart, Miss
Cordelia’s and High Point Grocery. Lewis doesn’t hold regular
business hours, but he does host an open house on Friday and
Saturday mornings. Folks can stop in and sample the different
blends, so they’ll be familiar with it when they see it at the
store. “Life is too short to drink bad coffee,” Lewis says. “It’s
more than just a dark liquid to swig.”
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THE LEGENDARY BAR-KAYS, FEATURING JAMES
Alexander and Larry Dodson, spent 2014 celebrating 50
years of blaring horns, soulful rhythms and infectious
vibes. Coming down from their star-studded 50th anniversary
gala at the Cannon Center, the Bar-Kays are saying thanks
and reflecting on their roots before moving into the new year.
“The Bar-Kays started in ’64 as a backyard band,” Dodson
says, chuckling as he adds, “They auditioned twice for Stax,
and both times they got turned down!” But as the old saying
goes, the third time was the charm for the Bar-Kays, and they
got the gig as Stax’s house band. “It was about the time that
Booker T. & the MGs got big, and they were away from the
studio more,” he says. “The Bar-Kays just slipped in.” With
a mischievous grin, Dodson goes on to say, “They were out
playing golf, and we were playing music.”
The group soon caught the attention of Otis Redding, and
later went on to sing backup for him. “One night at a club, he
called out a song — he didn’t think they’d know it, but they
did,” Dodson says. “He fell in love with the band.” Redding
wanted the band to go on the road with him, but they were
still in high school. “The day they graduated, they left, and
they went to The Apollo Theater.”
But in ’67, tragedy struck in the form of a plane crash. Redding
and the Bar-Kays were en route to Madison, Wisconsin, when
poor weather conditions overwhelmed the aircraft. The plane
plunged into the Squaw Bay area of Lake Monona, where
the frigid water claimed the lives of all but one: Bar-Kays
trumpeter Ben Cauley. “I’ve always thought that God had his
hand on the band,” Dodson says. “After the plane crash and
even before.”
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Memphis Legends Live OnSoul sensations The Bar-Kays celebrate 50 years of stirring music
Story by TESS CATLETT
Carlos Sargent - drummer, Darryl Stanley - former background vocalist, Larry Dodson - lead singer, Tony Gentry - former guitar
player, Archie Love - background vocalist, James Alexander - founder & bass player and Ezra Williams - music director & keyboard
player. In 2014 The Bar-Kays celebrated 50 years in music with a celebrity-studded gala at the Cannon Center for the Performing Arts
in Memphis, TN.
Click magazine | JANUARY 2015 17
Cauley and Alexander brought the Bar-Kays back together in
1968 with a new lineup, and returned to their former position
at Stax. Although they released their second album the
following year, the group didn’t quite get its groove back until
they brought Dodson on in 1970. “They had been watching
me, and I didn’t know it,” he says. “I used to see (producer)
Allen Jones changing buses downtown and different places,
and he would say ‘I got my eye on you, we’re gonna get you,’
and I never knew what he meant.”
At the time, Dodson sang for the doo-wop group the
Temprees. His switch to the Bar-Kays marked the band’s
transition to a singing group, as Dodson was their first and,
to date, only lead vocalist. “I fell right into the middle of an
album. They were already workin’ on it, they just didn’t have
a singer,” he says. “I had never recorded. I didn’t really know
anything about the studio. So they put all this trust in me to
kinda take them to another level, and that just started the ball
a rollin’. It was probably one of the best albums we ever did —
it’s called Black Rock.”
The group went on to release two more albums on Stax
Records before the label’s bankruptcy. “We were the last act
to leave Stax, which was in 1975 when they locked the doors.”
From there, the Bar-Kays began performing at the Family
Affair nightclub in Memphis and later signed with Mercury
Records. They brought the funk on label debut Too Hot to Stop,
and the 1977 follow up, Flying High on Your Love, earned the
group their first gold record. Regardless of lineup or label, the
Bar-Kays have churned out hit after hit over the course of
their career. They’ve released a total of 30 albums, including
one platinum album and five gold albums, and have had close
to two dozen singles chart in the top 10.
“When you’re doing it, I’m tellin’ you, you don’t really realize
it,” Dodson says. “We’re so involved in it, until we do it and we
just move on to the next. Of course we try to make sure we
do it as good as we can.” It wasn’t until the 50th anniversary
celebration started coming together that he really had a
chance to reflect on the group’s illustrious achievements.
“Over the last four to five months, it has really dawned on me
how much good music we’ve actually made and how much
we’ve contributed to the music business,” he says, adding, “It’s
really amazing, and it’s such a blessing.”
The Bar-Kays continue to bridge musical barriers, connecting
audiences of all ages to their unique brand of soul and R&B.
Dodson says he’s putting the finishing touches on the
Bar-Kays’ new record, due out early 2015. “We’ve got people
like George Clinton on it and Doug E. Fresh. It’s very cool, and
it’s not offensive to our older audience, but the kids are gonna
like it.”
Larry Dodson, lead singer, and James Alexander, bass player and founder of the Bar-Kays, celebrate 30 albums and 50 years in music. The Bar-Kays have one platinum album, five gold albums, and 20 top-ten singles
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IT’S A COLD DECEMBER DAY NEAR THE RIVER, BUT
inside the smithy at the National Ornamental Metal
Museum, Timothy Shaeffer’s forge burns at 1,800 degrees
Fahrenheit so it’s safe to say he’s not feeling the chill. Picking
through the dark rock, his hands dusted black, Shaeffer
explains the secret to getting metal hot enough to bend and
twist it. “Instead of gas we use a high-grade type of coal,” he
says with a distinct Midwestern accent. “Think about wood
and charcoal—wood has all the water and impurities and
doesn’t burn that hot, but once you have charcoal, it burns 10
times hotter. Same thing here.”
The forge that Shaeffer is operating burns a coal known as
coke, and it looks more like black rock than the typical charcoal
found at a backyard grill out. This fuel is almost completely
carbon and burns as hot as 3,000 degrees. Schaeffer places
a four-sided, elongated piece of metal across the flames and
waits patiently for the metal to heat, checking it periodically
to note its color. First red, then orange, the metal at its peak
temperature would turn yellow then finally white, although
for this piece, Schaeffer removes it somewhere between
orange and yellow. “Our temp working range for steel is
around 1,500-1,900,” he says, while moving the glowing piece
quickly to the anvil. “Anything hotter than that and you start
damaging the steel.”
Part artist, part craftsman, Shaeffer credits his interest in
metalwork to his experiences growing up on a farm in rural
Missouri, where the nearest Wal-Mart was an hour-and-a-
half’s drive away. “My dad was a machinist and growing up on
a farm, you’ve always gotta’ fix stuff,” he says, while striking
the hammer against the glowing metal in a decided rhythm
without missing a beat. As it turns out, he made the hammer,
too. “I like a lot of traditional type work like Colonial work
and tool making. You just make your own tools as you go and
sometimes you make a tool that no one else has.”
At 25, Shaeffer is part of a growing trend of young craftsmen
seeking to revive an old craft that seemed to die out as
everything turned digital. The old way of doing things might not
be the easiest, but according to this young artisan, it’s still the
best. “You learn to look at something, really look at it, at all the
different angles, and focus on details.”
Shaeffer is one of three ‘artists in residence’ at the world’s
only museum of contemporary metalwork with rotating
exhibits. Located on the banks of the Mississippi River just
a few miles southwest of downtown Memphis, the museum
was opened in 1979 and built on the grounds of the old U.S.
Marine Hospital that was, by then, a dilapidated property
that the City of Memphis was happy to lease out. Since that
date, the museum’s buildings—including several exhibition
spaces, a smithy, and a foundry—have housed classes, master
metalsmiths and apprentices, all dedicated to the craft and art
of metalwork.
Forging on the River
Young artisans revive an ancient craft at the
National Ornamental Metal Museum
Story & Photos by TONYA THOMPSON
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“A lot of work that’s on display right now
is from our master metalsmiths,” says
Eileen Townsend, the museum’s Public
Engagement Associate. “Often, these
master metalsmiths will donate a piece
of their own work to the museum and
we keep it in our permanent collection.
This place is really one of a kind.”
It doesn’t take long to realize what she
means by this. Even the gates to the
grounds are made of hundreds of intri-
cately designed metal rosettes created
by metalsmiths from around the world—
each one as unique as its craftsman. In
addition to two indoor exhibition spaces,
throughout the property are various out-
door metal sculptures that range from a
face peering from on top of a rusted stand
to metal flowers and enormous cattails
towering against the backdrop of the
Mississippi River.
Classes and lectures are held through-
out the year on the museum’s grounds,
as well as ‘repair days’ in which metal-
smiths and metalwork enthusiasts raise
money for the museum by repairing do-
nated and broken items. Open Tuesday
through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
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SO FRESH MOBILE JUICE BAR, LOCATED IN MEMPHIS,
TN, brings a unique spin on ‘healthy’ to the Memphis
public. With a cherry-red truck sporting “So Fresh” in an
elegant, eye-catching script, they bring an upbeat and quirky
quality to the streets of the city.
Chris Gray, the creator and owner behind So Fresh, explains,
“In 2012, I had the idea to open a juice bar, but without
enough capital to open a brick and mortar, I decided to build
a food truck instead. We hit the streets in 2013 and currently
employ 2-3 people during the up season.” Gray says that he
was motivated by his latest obsession, which happened to
be juice. Furthermore, he wanted to give others the chance
to experience the perks that he’d discovered through juicing.
“The public’s response was overwhelming. It was great to see
a huge population of people in our area who care about what
they put in their bodies,” Gray adds.
In regards to the mobility of the truck, Gray explains, “We
up front drinks
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Chris Gray of So Fresh Mobile Juice Bar brings
quirky juice and smoothie alternatives to the
Memphis public
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go every Saturday to the Memphis Farmers Market, and on
Thursdays to the Germantown farmers market (while they’re
in season), in addition to other food truck events. Food truck
Fridays at the Dixon, for example. We also cater private
events.” Gray thinks that the mobility of the business is to their
advantage, and makes promotion simpler. “[It] allows us to
take our message to the street and introduce a healthy lifestyle
to people who might not have been motivated otherwise.”
Besides the obvious health benefits of juices and smoothies,
So Fresh seems to have a knack for catering to the fun side of
their business when it comes to their menu. From juices like
“The Pineapple Pear,” which includes pineapple, Anjou pear,
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and kale, to the “Coco Fusion” smoothie that infuses cherry,
coconut, almond, nonfat frozen yogurt, and almond milk, their
menu is a mix of the simple and the inspired. “We like to have
a balance between the types of industry standards that people
expect to find at a juice bar,” he explains, while also pushing
themselves to reach a newer standard of creative thinking
when it comes to concocting recipes. Gray also attempts to
connect with So Fresh’s fans on various social media platforms.
“Our Instagram [@sofreshjuicebar] has been especially helpful
with this since people can actually see what’s new with us, and
how much fun we have in real life,” he says.
So Fresh’s menu boasts a total of ten unique juice and
smoothie combinations, and Gray encourages everyone to
approach juicing and smoothies with an open mind. “I think
changing up your routine, as far as the juices and smoothies
you drink are concerned, is really helpful in creating an overall
dietary balance. Mix it up and get creative.”
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“It was great to see a huge population of people in our area who care about what they put in
their bodies”
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On the NoseMidSouth native Jim Conaway’s latest
offering hits home for wine lovers and
mystery aficionados
Story by KATHRYN JUSTICE LEACHE
up front books
THE SUBTITLE OF NOSE, JAMES CONAWAY’S LATEST
novel, could be “Everything you always wanted to know
about insider wine country culture but were afraid to
ask.” Specific questions might include—just how quickly can
one rack up a $300 tab at a dive wine bar known for its rare
vintages? Can the captains of the winemaking industry be
trusted to adhere to strict viticultural standards if it means
taking a hit on the bottom line? Can steeping a dead man in a
vat of cabernet for several hours actually improve the quality
of said wine?
Like a power tasting without a spit bucket, Nose is a fast-
paced and often madcap romp through a fictionalized version
of NoCal wine country, where we are introduced to a motley
crew of vintners, critics, bartenders, and other denizens of the
inner viti-sphere.
Clyde Craven-Jones, California’s premier wine critic,
publishes a monthly newsletter, Craven-Jones on Wine, “printed
on actual paper, with a paid circulation of 120,000 and a pass-
along influence of, yes, a million…(it) often breaks, as well as
makes, reputations, vintages, business deals, marriages, even
lives. Such is his power and, of course, his burden.” One day, a
mystery bottle arrives on Craven-Jones’ doorstep. It’s wrapped
in a pashmina shawl, nestled in a beautiful cedar box, and has
no label. Despite the unorthodox delivery method, CJ can’t
resist the allure of a truly blind tasting.
When the mystery bottle reveals itself to contain a
Cabernet distinctive enough to merit a never-before-given
20 on CJ’s eponymous scale, the critic and his wife, Claire,
decide to investigate the wine’s origin in hopes of touting
the mysterious vintage in the newsletter and boosting the
publication’s flagging circulation.
The investigation leads Claire to Glass Act, a ramshackle
wine bar with sawdust on the floor and an “unrepentant air of
bohemia.” Ben, the establishment’s ponytailed proprietor, gives
Author and MidSouth native James Conaway
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Claire Les Breeden’s card on the theory
that a laid-off reporter with an affinity
for rare wine might double handily as
a private investigator for a unique case
such as hers.
Les, the “standard blond Californian”
journalist recently relocated from Sac-
ramento, has reservations about his
qualifications as a PI—reservations
partially assuaged by the salary and
expense account he and Claire negotiate.
His first stop as a newly-employed PI
is, naturally, Glass Act, where he settles
his bar tab.
But it’s a side project that really begins
to acclimate Les to life in the Valley.
Nose is the blog secretly started by
Les and his Glass Act consorts for the
purpose of disrupting the staid status
quo of Northern California’s self-styled
“enotopia.” Its debut is perfectly timed
to provide snarky but highly informed
anonymous commentary about the
mystery and scandal suddenly fermenting
at every turn.
Could the mystery Cabernet have
come from Hutt Family Estates, a pow-
erhouse local winery with a waning
reputation and rumored to be drowning
in debt? What better way to burnish its
credentials than to create an irresistible
wine country mystery and cast itself
in the starring role? If anyone has the
PR machine in place to pull it off, it’s
Jerome Hutt, the scumbag patriarch of
Hutt Family Estates.
Or does the mystery Cab hail from
Puddle-jump, Hutt’s neighboring vine-
yard run by Cotton “Calamity” Harrell,
whose biodynamic farming practices
seem, to critics and admirers alike, as
a cross between primitive and voodoo?
Suddenly the Valley is struck by a tragedy
that stomps these and other questions
of reputation, credentials, and motive
into an inky must of intrigue. Naturally,
Nose’s band of bloggers can’t resist a
tipsy game of connect-the-dots.
Conaway’s latest is sparklingly erudite,
a mystery full of eccentric characters
and engaging subplots that any fan of
light-touch suspense will appreciate.
But it’s the in-the-know take on insider
wine country culture that makes it a
must-read for the wine lover.
24 JANUARY 2015 | Click magazine
“NEVER DOUBT THAT A SMALL GROUP OF
thoughtful, concerned citizens can change the
world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.”
This quote from Margaret Mead, esteemed American cultural
anthropologist, is part of what drives the Mid-South Peace
and Justice Center’s efforts to rally citizens toward making
effective change in their community. “One of our mottos is
‘Get in where you fit in,’ meaning that there are a variety of
ways to make your community a better place to live,” says Ace
Madjlesi, Associate Director of the Center.
While their building is an unassuming location on South-
ern Avenue near the University of Memphis, the Mid-South
Peace and Justice Center’s goals are far from humble. With
a mission to engage, organize and mobilize people to realize
social justice through nonviolent action, the group takes on
issues ranging from homelessness to police brutality in the
MidSouth community.
“Our work comes out of our organizing and training depart-
ments,” says Madjlesi, who grew up in Mississippi and attend-
ed Millsaps College. “The organizing department works in
‘movement circles’ and we have three of those right now—
H.O.P.E. (Homeless Organizing for Power and Equality); MBRU
(Memphis Bus Riders Union); and Memphis United, which
focuses on criminal justice reform.”
The goals of the Mid-South Peace and Justice Center aren’t
limited to their training and workshops, however. In fact,
most of their work is done on the streets and within the
community. “Our training department is also often asked to
come to workplaces and community groups to conduct training,”
says Madjlesi. “We believe everyone is born with the innate
power to promote peace and justice. We are just here to
support and facilitate that.”
Madjlesi, along with Brad Watkins, the center’s Executive
Director, both have an academic background in anthropology,
allowing them a broader perspective of some of the issues
facing the MidSouth community. “We are committed to Dr.
King’s principles of nonviolence so we are deeply concerned
about police brutality right now,” says Madjlesi. “We are espe-
cially concerned with the way this violence disproportionately
affects people of color and low-income families.”
In the wake of the protests in Ferguson and following
the death of Erick Garner, Memphis United, the Center’s
“movement circle” focusing on criminal justice reform, has
recently hosted multiple forums and discussions within
the MidSouth community related to the law enforce-
ment practices of the Memphis Police Department. “We
A Powerful Weapon
A local nonprofit promotes nonviolent
reform in the MidSouth
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believe that at least part of the solu-
tion is community-based training
and nonviolent direct actions that are
rooted in anti-oppression but include
specific targets,” says Madjlesi. Such
specific targets include reinstate-
ment of the Civilian Law Enforcement
Review Board (which passed just a few
months ago); and more recently, work-
ing toward actions that would require
all MPD officers to wear body cameras
while on duty.
In addition to organizing protests and
facilitating community forums aimed
at affecting real change, the Mid-South
Peace and Justice Center also works to
build a safer Memphis. The Center’s
H.O.P.E. members, all of whom are
currently homeless or have formerly
experienced homelessness, worked
together to transform a vacant lot in
the Washington Bottoms neighborhood
and turn it into a thriving community
garden. “What was once a source of
blight is a now a safe space where
children play, neighbors meet, H.O.P.E.
extends its outreach, and the Earth is
literally renewed through sustainable
gardening practices,” says Madjlesi.
While the Center focuses on advocacy
and systems change rather than service
provision, Madjlesi hopes more citizens
of the MidSouth community can get
involved with what they are doing. “We
are more likely to ask someone to write
a letter to their elected official or attend
a public action than volunteer for a day,”
says Madjlesi. “But the easiest and most
effective way people can get involved
with the MSPJC is by becoming a
member. Members not only financially
support our work, they also help build
a culture of advocacy.”
In the words of the late Dr. Martin
Luther King, Jr., “Nonviolence is a
powerful and just weapon, which cuts
without wounding and ennobles the
man who wields it. It is a sword that
heals.” It is through this legacy that
the Mid-South Peace and Justice Center
continues its work to affect positive
change in the MidSouth community.
For more information about the Mid-
South Peace and Justice Center, visit
their website at midsouthpeace.org.
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The Junior Auxiliary of DeSoto County launched its first Crown Benefit on November 21. The Starry Night-themed
event succeeds the philanthropic organization’s Catfish & Khakis, which was retired after a 13-year run. The semi-
formal evening boasted fine dining and dancing to the King Beez, all while benefitting the children of DeSoto County.
Photos by KANDI TIPPIT
Crown Benefit
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Madison Brandon, Catrina Curtis, Rebekah Dikerson, Sarah Flowers, Essence Hunt, Caitlin Luke, Emily MacLain, Betsy Merrell, Molly Merrell,Emily Mitchell, Cindy Nguyen, Madison Perry, Allen Saffold, Jordan Sandridge, Mabry Stanfill, Bailey Taylor, Emma Kate Virden, Madeline Virden, Bailey Walhood, Carley Walker, Samantha Weinberg and Taylor Wories
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Pat Hathaway, Charles Bright & Chiquita Jefferson
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out & aboutparties
Ricky McIntyre, Rhonda & Paul Nichols
Fay & Caitlin Luke
Hannah Gomez & Rachel Gilleylen
Kaci Richardson, Mandy Little, Kim Allen, Michaela Shurden & Melissa Pure
Pat Hathaway, Charles Bright & Chiquita Jefferson
Stacye Rawlings & Ann Christopher-Trotter Tina Murchison & Billy Strawn
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40 JANUARY 2015 | Click magazine
Cool winter weather didn’t put a damper on the
festivities at the third annual A Magical Night
at Overton Park in Memphis on November
1. Supporters celebrated the park’s progress and
discussed exciting new projects over dinner and
drinks provided by vendors like Buster’s Liquors and A
Moveable Feast. Jamille JAM Hunter and Mood Swing,
and Jay Thomas and the Swinging Monkeys served as
the evening’s entertainment, and Bike Gate creator
Tylur French loaned a breathtaking pennyfarthing to
decorate the space and highlight the bicycling theme.
Photos by FRANK CHIN
A Magical Night in Overton Park
out & about parties
Belinda Anderson & Tina Sullivan Jim Gilliland, Ann Herrod, Hank Herrod & Lucia Gilliland
Elizabeth & Mike Rodriguez Joy & Alan Adams
Nancy Willis & Terry Beaty Beverly Marrero
Jill & Kevin MorganJamille Hunter & Keenan Shotwell
Linda Wert & Chris Peck Marcellino Foster, Jolie-Grace Wareham & Catherine Miller Thomas Simpson & Lauren Cedotal
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DeSoto County Christmas Crusade’s first-ever Daddy & Me Snow Ball was
held on November 8 at the Gale Center in Hernando. Event planners
promised a one-of-a-kind experience where fathers (and father figures)
took their daughters out on a special night of dancing, cookies, cocoa, and
photography. The proceeds will benefit the DeSoto County Christmas Crusade.
Photos by HENDRICKS & CO.
Daddy & Me Snow BallDrew, Heather, Lauren & Madison Fairley Casey Young & Anna Claire
Jim & Ashley Arnold
Daniel & Jacey Kemp Matt, Madilyn & Mariam Hall
Jeff, Millie, Madeline & Meredith Lee
Dennis & Katelynn Houglum
Craig, Addyson & Whitney Morgan Dave & Isabella Pizzimenti Greg & Sarah Kathyrn Meek
42 JANUARY 2015 | Click magazine
March of Dimes’ Signature Chefs Auction “Music to Your Mouth”
brought the community together on November 6 to mingle,
taste and bid for stronger, healthier babies. Guests had the
opportunity to sample fare from some of Memphis’ best restaurants, taste
superb wines and spirits and bid on an impressive array of auction items
at Minglewood Hall in Memphis. Photos by FRANK CHIN
Music to Your MouthBill & Lisa Hogue
David & Jan Gould
Steve & Renata Baker Glen & Tu Stone
Carmen Sisnett & Shemica Gautreaux
Reggie & Amy Manning
out & about parties
Johnny Lawrence & Ansley Smith
Demetri & Lane Patikas Gardner & Kyle Story Ron Wong & Angel Halpern
Kristi Emmons & Gary Jones
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Coined “the social event of the season,” the 36th
annual Orpheum Auction drew around 800 guests
to the Memphis theatre on November 8. Attendees
bid on exhilarating items and experiences, including a
trip for two to Broadway and a diamond and gold pendant
necklace, at the Orpheum’s largest fundraising event
of the year. A 1969 Ford Mustang Convertible, donated
anonymously, was also raffled off at the end of the live auction.
Photos by FRANK CHIN
Orpheum Auction Gala
Diane Guererro & Anna Wallace
Patrick & Katy O’Connor
Alora & Misti Hammami Scott & Mary Morris Justin & Diana Nicholas
Stacey Reeves & Marty Austin Jon & Kathy Douglass
Patti Tosti & Ginger Johnson
Susan Covington & Laverne Crouch
Kristin Szala & Scott HarmonKevin Meagle & Cathy GarnerFrank & Helen Harris
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out & about parties
Scores of DeSoto County citizens attended the Christmas Open House
on November 9 in Olive Branch’s Old Towne district. The shops of
Pigeon Roost Plaza offered discounts and refreshments for those
looking to wrap up their seasonal shopping early. Participating stores
include Olive Branch Florist, Ole Towne Bakery and Wray’s Fins & Feathers.
Photos by BRIAN ANDERSON
Old Towne Holiday Open House
Barbra Liles & Carole Hunting Elisabeth Spell & Sheyanne Keys
Janet Tharpe, Elisabeth Dehart-Hamblin & Saundra Dehart
Ethyl Smith & Martha Mcfarlane
Deen Dee Erfurdt & Judy Berryhill
Leanne Nastast & MegThe Shack Tara Ribar
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The Junior League of Memphis hosted the Merry Marketplace Girls’ Night Out
at the Memphis Botanic Gardens on November 13. Sponsored by Baptist
Memorial Health Care, the evening was filled with food from Whole Foods,
cocktails and music by Justin Moore. The special shopping preview showcased the
best in fashion, home décor and gift items. Proceeds from the Merry Marketplace
events help the Junior League of Memphis implement community projects.
Photos by SAM PRAGER
Girls’ Night Out
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Mary & Kathy Spragins Sarah Owens & Jane Hood
Ashley Cullum, Claudette Hawkins, Cindy Morrison & Jeanette Milam Johanna Strange, Suzanne & Caroline Talbot
Elizabeth & Dee Welch Katie Dyer & Melissa Brownlee
Donna Mulhern, Peggy Lovell & Sally Perry
Pamela & Erika Anderson
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out & about parties
The Tunica Arts Council hosted its first Southern Soiree
at Tunica Museum on November 15. The gala featured
work by artist Paul Edelstein and live entertainment
New Orleans jazz musician Brian Cayolle. This soon-to-
be-annual event will serve as a fundraiser for the Council.
Photos by MAGGIE VINZANT
Southern Soiree
Diane Guererro & Anna Wallace
Priscilla Musgrave & Laura Withers Cathy Whittington & Nancy Parker
Ricky Ryals & Emily Johnson
Jackie & Chuck Cariker, Pat Bibb & Mary Edwards
Larry & Celeste MaughLynn & Andy DulaneyMary Edwards, Bobbie Hood & Kate Hughey
Brad Beach, Chuck Graves, Jimmy Arnold & Charles Haley
David Klimack, Helen Frazier, Brenda & Brad CobbBess Sullivan, Meg Coker & Kelly Earnheart
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Presented on the Lohrey Stage at Theatre Memphis on November
13, this unique evening included pourings from a variety of rare
single cask malt Scotch whisky. Seldon Murray of the Scottish
Malt Whisky Society led an insightful discussion on Scotch types
and tastings, and Chef Erling Jensen provided a delicious dinner.
Photos by BRIAN ANDERSON
Theatre Memphis’Scotch Tasting 2014
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The Byhalia Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors hosted
its annual reception to honor elected officials and participating
businesses, known as “chamber champions,” on November 20.
The luncheon took place at the Barden Stone showroom in Byhalia.
Photos by JANICE WAGG
Byhalia Chamber of Commerce Elected Officials
Reception
Debbie Litch & Seldon Murray
Rick Causi & George Malone
Steve Martin
Terry Griffith & Angie Cannon Rhonda & Terry CookPat Woods, Sarah Sawyer & Doug Williams
Mary & Vic Crain & Terry Rodgers
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out & about parties
Iconic film and television actor Rob Lowe spoke about his
efforts in the fight against cancer at the Methodist Cancer
Center Luncheon on November 21. Lowe made his feature
film debut in Francis Ford Coppola’s The Outsiders and went on
to star in a number of popular films and acclaimed television
series. Off-screen, Lowe is a dedicated activist in the fight
against cancer. Photos by SAM PRAGER
Methodist Cancer Center
Luncheon
Jackie & Gregory Hulet & Brenda Pitts
Michelle Collis, Lee Meyers, Venice Higdon & Sandra Bailey Mary Burnette, Loretta Poindexter, Velvet Bass & Nikki Body
Lisa Wruble-Kaufman, Suzanne Baum, Melanie Fine & Jolie Kisber Kenneth Write & Michelle Arstikaltis
Sabrina Wheeler, Melissa Scott & Sheryl Kramer Bob & Shirley Turner & Jimmy Rout Chuck & Teri Lamberth, Stephanie Brown & Pam Reynolds
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Magnolia Heights School Parents Club switched
things up this year by putting on the “Guys, No
Ties, Girls in Pearls” gala on November 15. The
fundraising event served as a fun evening for supporters
with dining, dancing and a silent auction in Como.
Photos by KANDI TIPPIT
Guys, No Ties, Girls in Pearls
Nathan & Kate Hickson
Betty Cossar & Rebecca Caldwell Sondra Smith & Susan Bouchillon Linda McCraw, Dr. Lishman & Pam White
Brad Lott & Shelly Reed
Bill & Jennifer Eddins
Rachel & Sam Nosef Penny Franklin & Nicole Shannon Brandi & Ben Ward
Nicole O’Conner & Jennifer Copeland Christy & Justin Crockett
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out & about parties
The law firm’s annual holiday open house has changed location a few times,
but it’s been around for 20 years and counting. It first started with Bill Austin
of Austin Law Firm in Hernando and has jumped from firm to firm as his
colleagues adopted the tradition. Now, it’s spearheaded by Paul Scott and Anthony
Nowak at Smith Phillips. Two to 300 hundred guests attend each year, with everyone
from clients to members of the Supreme Court stopping by to kick off the holiday
season. Photos by GREGORY ANTON
Smith Phillips’ Christmas Party
Briggs Smith & Jessica Hardy Paul Scott & Flip Phillips
Michael & Mary Helen Lee
Connie Wulff, Shelley & Tony Nowak, Rebecca Thompson, Jessica Hardy, Briggs & Dot Smith, Paul & Susan Scott, Ashley & Robert Quimby
Parker Pickle, Pam Ferguson, Brian & Kristy Hopper
Matt Hanks & Ray Young
Ray & Ashley Laughter Warren & Cathie RichardsonGene & Janie Norwood
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CB Richard Ellis Memphis presented the fifth annual
Red Boa Ball at Memphis Botanic Garden on November
22. Cocktails in the foyer gave way to live and silent
auctions, a delicious dinner and music by the Jimmy Church
Band. All proceeds benefited the MidSouth Chapter of the
American Red Cross. Photos by FRANK CHIN
Red Boa Ball
Sandra Stafford & Janice Lebo Jim & Karen Martin
Jonathan & Erin Phillips Heather Blome & Catherine Harris
Katherine Newsom, Joseph & Brooks Crone, Laura & Jim Crone
Kontji Anthony & Patrick Hendricks Michael & Rena Montgomery Lynn Rodgers & Theo Davies
Casey Herring & Debbie Pruett Gary Millender & Robin Williams Chris & Kelly Williams
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The Bar-Kays have been shaking up the Memphis music scene since 1964.
With 50 years of soul-stirring music behind them — including 30 albums
and more than 20 top ten singles — the Bar-Kays hosted a star-studded gala
at the Cannon Center in Memphis to celebrate. Performers included The Dazz
Band, Eddie Levert, The Mary Jane Girls, George Clinton, Confunkshun, Willie
Clayton, Jazze Pha and Shirley Brown, just to name a few. Photos by BRIAN ANDERSON
The Bar-Kays’
50th Anniversary Gala
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Angelo Earl
Charles Huff, Sir Charles & Judge Booker
James Alexander & George Clinton
Kris Kourdouvelis, James Alexander & Jerry Williams
James Alexander
Gilbert Battle & Steve Cohen
James Alenander & Alex Coleman
Mike Jones & Miss Vanessa Doug E Fresh
Bar-Kays
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India Association of Memphis
celebrated its 12th annual India Fest
at the Agricenter in Memphis on
November 1. Each year, more than 10,000
people experience the culture, food,
sounds and traditions of one of the world’s
largest countries. From performance art to
sampling dishes, visitors shopped, savored
and engaged in an enriching display of
cultural diversity without leaving the
region. Photos by FRANK CHIN
India Fest
Pranoop & Roopan Sandhu
Ramesh, Indrakshi & Preesha Dubey Glen Murray & Harman Singh
Frazel & Sarai Bennett
Aanchal Malhotra & Niharika Srivastava
Moukthika Jammula & Alekhya Giarlapati
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SOCIAL AGENDAJanuary 2015 Your monthly resource for what’s happening around town
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1715th Annual Crystal BallThe Arena at Southaven6 p.m.The “Wonderland”-themed gala in South-aven invites a trip down the rabbit hole into a realm of topsy-turvy surrealism. The black tie-optional event offers dinner, dancing and more while honoring several influential members of the community. Tickets $150. Call 662.449.5002 or visit crystalballgala.org.
INTERNATIONAL
CHALLENGE
8Independent Film: “Love is Strange” Memphis Brooks Museum of Art7-8:40 p.m.Directed by Memphis native Ira Sachs, “Love is Strange” tells the tale of two lovebirds finally tying the knot and deal-ing with the unconventional aftermath. Tickets $5-$9. Call 901.544.6200 or visit brooksmuseum.org.
11Italian WinterfestRacquet Club of Memphis5 p.m.Enjoy a spread from some of Memphis’ best restaurants, bid in an auction and more while benefitting Memphis Catho-lic Schools Education Scholarship Fund and Ave Maria Home. Tickets $45. Call 901.405.3791.
15Art After Dark: Meet the Artist — Lester MerriweatherDixon Gallery & Gardens6-8 p.m.Enjoy music by the Tom Lonardo Trio and chat with local artist and curator Lester Merriweather in Memphis. Tickets $3-$7. Call 901.761.5250 or visit dixon.org.
23Keeping the Blues Alive Tennessee Ballroom at Doubletree Hotel11 a.m.During the International Blues Challenge weekend, the Blues Foundation presents the KBA Awards to those who have made significant contributions to the world of Blues. Tickets $50. Call 901.527.2583 or visit blues.org.
29Literacy is Key LuncheonUniversity of Memphis Holiday InnBenefitting First Book, the fourth annual luncheon features a signing with this year’s featured authors: Patti Callahan Henry, Natalie Baszile and Michael Farris Smith. Tickets $55-$750. Visit memphis.kappa.org.
20-24International Blues Challenge Downtown Memphis5:30 p.m. Tues., 11 a.m. Weds., 9:30 a.m. Thurs., 11 a.m. Fri.-Sat.Blues musicians from around the world will com-pete for cash, prizes and industry recognition in the Blues Foundation’s 31st annual challenge. Tickets $100. Call 901.527.2583 or visit blues.org.
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7Official Graceland Insiders Reception and Graceland Tour6-9 p.m., Graceland
D&N’s and Elvis Meetup’s Gospel Tribute to Elvis11:59 p.m., Graceland Gates
8Elvis Birthday Proclamation Ceremony9:30 a.m., Graceland’s North Lawn
Birthday Cake & Coffee10:30 a.m., Chrome Grille, Graceland Plaza
Conversations on Elvis1 p.m., Holiday Inn Memphis Air-port Hotel and Conference Center
The Auction at Graceland7 p.m., Graceland Archive Studio
Elvis Birthday Dance Party8 p.m.-Midnight, Holiday Inn Memphis Airport Hotel and Conference Center
9Fan Club Presidents’ Event10 a.m.-Noon, Holiday Inn Memphis Airport Hotel and Conference Center
An Evening with Elvis: Double Feature Screening of “Jailhouse Rock” and “Viva Las Vegas” 7 p.m., Orpheum Theatre
10Hound Dog Tour: A Musical City Tour Celebrating Elvis by Backbeat Tours1 p.m., departs from Backbeat Tours’ ticket window at BB King’s Blues Club
Tribute to Elvis: Birthday Celebration7:30 p.m., Cannon Center for the Performing Arts
Additional and multiple day events:• Graceland Tours• Free Walk-Up Times for The Meditation Garden• Elvis Bingo• Graceland Stable Tours• The Guest House at Graceland Showroom• Meet ‘n’ Greet with Betty Harper• Lowell Hays Trunk Show
Elvis Presley Birthday CelebrationFans from across the world will convene in Memphis to celebrate the music, movies and legacy of Elvis Presley. Whether young or old, this year’s 80th Birthday Celebration has something for everyone, including special shows, games and tours.
ThirtiethWine DownDixon Gallery & Gardens6-8 p.m.Sample a delicious selection of wines and browse the gallery in Memphis. Admis-sion $25-$35. Call 901.761.5250 or visit dixon.org.
30-3120th Annual Youth Raccoon Hunt3905 Arkabutla Dam RoadAccompanied by sanctioned officials, two hunting parties will go out each night as a way to assist with controlling the raccoon population in the Arkabutla Lake area. Call 662.562.6261.
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ENTERTAINMENTJanuary 2015
out & about calendar
Photo by minds-eye
MUSIC
1Better Than EzraHorseshoe Casino, Tunica8 p.m., Admission $16.50-$102800.745.3000, ticketmaster.com
The Mark “Muleman” Massey Blues BandBally’s Casino, Tunica800.382.2559, ballystunica.com
1-4Troy LazStage2 at GoldStrike Casino, Tunica662.357.1111, goldstrikemississippi.com
9An Evening with Elvis Orpheum Theatre, Memphis7 p.m., Admission $22.50901.525.3000, orpheum-memphis.com
16The Black Jacket Symphony presents Pink Floyd’s “Dark Side of the Moon”Minglewood Hall, Memphis8 p.m., Admission $25-$30901.312.6058, minglewoodhall.com
22Brad Paisley Landers Center, Southaven7 p.m., Admission $20.50-$40.50800.745.3000, ticketmaster.com
23-263rd annual Clarksdale Film Festival Delta Cinema, Clarksdale4:30 p.m. Thurs., 12:30 p.m. Fri., 11 a.m. Sat., 12:30 p.m. Sun., Admission $5-$10662.624.5992, jukejointfestival.com
VISUAL ARTS
through January 2DeSoto Arts Winter Art Show & SaleDeSoto Arts Council Gallery & Gift Shop, Hernando10 a.m.-5 p.m., Wed.-Sat., Admis-sion free662.404.3361, desotoarts.com
2 through February 28“This Delta” Traveling ExhibitDeSoto County Museum, Hernando10 a.m.-5 p.m., Admission free662.429.8852, desotomuseum.org
through January 4Rodin: The Human ExperienceDixon Gallery & Gardens, Memphis10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues.-Sat., 1-5 p.m. Sun., 10 a.m.-8 p.m. third Thurs., Admission $3-$7901.761.5250, dixon.org
through January 4Two Works by Greely MattDixon Gallery & Gardens, Memphis10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues.-Sat., 1-5 p.m. Sun., 10 a.m.-8 p.m. third Thurs., Admission $3-$7901.761.5250, dixon.org
10 through March 15Discover Me: Exploring Identity Through Art TherapyMemphis Brooks Museum of Art, Memphis10 a.m.-4 p.m. Weds., 10 a.m-8 p.m. Thurs., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Fri., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun., Admission $3-$7901.544.6200, brooksmuseum.org
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through January 11Recent Photography Acquisitions Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, Memphis10 a.m.-4 p.m. Weds., 10 a.m-8 p.m. Thurs., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Fri., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun., Admission $3-$7901.544.6200, brooksmuseum.org
11 through March 29Lester Merriweather: Nothing Is For Ever LastDixon Gallery & Gardens, Memphis10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues.-Sat., 1-5 p.m. Sun., 10 a.m.-8 p.m. third Thurs., Admission $3-$7901.761.5250, dixon.org
through January 17Bloomingdale’s Fashion TouchdownThe University of Mississippi Museum, Oxford10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tues.-Sat., Admission $3-$5662.915.7073, museum.olemiss.edu
through January 18Soulful Creatures: Animal Mummies in Ancient Egypt Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, Memphis10 a.m.-4 p.m. Weds., 10 a.m-8 p.m. Thurs., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Fri., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun., Admission $3-$7901.544.6200, brooksmuseum.org
17The Pancakes & Booze Art ShowHi-Tone Café, Memphis8 p.m., Admission $5 901.278.8663, hitonememphis.com
25 through April 19Hail, Britannia! Six Centuries of British Art from the Berger Collec-tionDixon Gallery & Gardens, Memphis10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues.-Sat., 1-5 p.m. Sun., 10 a.m.-8 p.m. third Thurs., Admission $3-$7901.761.5250, dixon.org
31 through March 150th Annual Mid-South Scholastic Art Awards Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, Memphis10 a.m.-4 p.m. Weds., 10 a.m-8 p.m. Thurs., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Fri., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun., Admission $3-$7901.544.6200, brooksmuseum.org
through March 1All That GlittersNational Ornamental Metal Museum, Memphis10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues.-Sat., Noon-5 p.m. Sun., Admission $4-$6 901.774.6380, metalmuseum.org
PERFORMANCE ARTS
2 through January 25We Live HerePOTS@The Works, Memphis8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun., Admission $10-$35901.726.4656, playhouseonthesquare.org
through January 4Peter PanPlayhouse on the Square, Memphis7 p.m. Fri., 2 p.m., 7 p.m. Sat., 2 p.m. Sun., Admission $15-$40901.726.4656, playhouseonthesquare.org
8 through January 18TintypesTheatre Memphis, Memphis7:30 p.m. Thurs., 8 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun., Admission $15-$30901.682.8323, theatrememphis.org
15 and 17Hansel and GretelPresented by Opera Mem-phisGermantown Performing Arts Center, Germantown7:30 p.m., Admission $33-$74901.257.3100, operamemphis.org
16 through February 8Bad JewsCircuit Playhouse8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun., Admission $10-$35901.726.4656, playhouseon-thesquare.org
23Dream CarverOrpheum Theatre, Memphis6:30 p.m., Admission $15-$25901.525.3000, orpheum-mem-phis.com
23 through February 8Of Mice and Men Theatre Memphis, Memphis7:30 p.m. Thurs., 8 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun., Admission $15-$25901.682.8323, theatrememphis.org
23 through February 15The Rocky Horror ShowPlayhouse on the Square8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun., Admission $15-$40901.726.4656, playhouseonthesquare.org
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WWhile Chris and Brittany Thompson grew up just a few miles
apart, it was eventually a love of sport that would draw the
two former Rhodes College golfers together to form Cordova’s
newest driving range.
“We had the same golf coach growing up – Bill Cochran – he
lives nearby and he’s currently one of our biggest supporters,”
Brittany says.
Together, the husband-and-wife duo of Chris and Brittany
run Vantage Point Golf Center, a public, freestanding driving
range that offers equipment and training facilities for
enterprising golfers.
“We don’t offer memberships and we try to offer as much
grass as possible, even during the winter months,” Brittany
says. “We want the feel of a nice place without the high-dollar
price tag. So overall, it feels a bit less inclusive.”
Classes at Vantage Point are tailored to skill level and include
tips on everything from perfecting one’s swing to game
etiquette and terminology.
TEEING OFFGolf gurus Chris and Brittany Thompson run the range at Cordova’s Vantage Point driving range
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“There’s a need for a public driving range here,”
Brittany says. “There are bunch of private courses
and public courses with no driving range, but
nothing in the area quite like we offer.”
In addition to a freestanding range where
anyone can practice their swing, the couple offers
instructional sessions for a bevy of students
from age 4 to 90. The busy spring season brings
plenty of literal “fair weather” golfers to the
course, but the Thompsons host classes all year.
And for those gearing up for the big leagues at
nearby Cordova Country Club and Stonebridge
golf courses, the service is invaluable.
“It’s been fun to see how the community has
grown,” Brittany says. “Sometimes regulars
show up by themselves, sometimes it’s a group
thing – we’ve even had a few coworker golf
scrambles take place here.”
Brittany has accompanied husband Chris on
several amateur golf tours including the Hooters
Tour and the Adams Tour as his caddy. However,
she originally became fascinated with the game
at age 16 under the tutelage of her grandfather.
“He took me out to an open field and pointed to
two trees and said ‘See that? That’s your fairway,’”
she says. “I was hooked after a few swings.”
Classes at Vantage Point are based around an
individual’s perception of the sport, from those
who are more tactile and concerned with the
application of force to students focused on
attaining that perfect geometric angle to a shot.
“We definitely have to choose the way that
makes the student most receptive,” Brittany
says. “It generally splits from feel-based to
mathematics-based.”
While the area currently appears as manicured
and maintained as any local golf course,
bringing the 300-plus yard stretch of dormant
farmland up to code from scratch was a three-
year process for the couple and a definite eye-
opening experience, Chris says.
“There were quite a few interesting issues that we
came across during the early stages,” Chris says.
“I was hooked after a few swings”
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“Keep your head down.” What they mean is, keep your eyes on the ball. Consider Annika Sorenstam, perhaps the greatest female golfer ever, who would turn her head toward the target at impact.
“You need to make a big turn.” This is questionable. The ideal upper body rotation in the backswing is 90 degrees and the lower body can turn 45 degrees, but your physical limitation and ability to remain efficient with your swing is more important.
“Slow down, you’re swinging too fast.” What this means is, start your swing in control and ensure you have the correct sequences. Your swing will become more smooth and will therefore look slower, but the club head speed has increased.
“Relax, you’re holding the club too tight.” Relaxing your body and grip when you are about to swing a club at 100 miles per hour is not ideal. Having a firm hold on the club helps activate certain muscles in the body and ensures the club face does not open or close or simply come out of your hands at impact.
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LotusDIFFICULTY:
“Lotus is a hip-opening pose that requires quite a bit flexibility. This is a great posture for experienced students to take during meditation, however beginners should start with an easy-seated posture. To advance in lotus pose, begin by holding each side for a few seconds and building up your holding time slowly.”
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T
ZenThe right move to
ring in the new year
PURE
Photography by YEN STUDIOSApparel provided by LULULEMON - REGALIA
he eastern art of yoga has seen a surge in popularity over the past few years, due in
no short part to positive findings by the American Osteopathic Association. Equal parts
mental and physical, this exercise of Indian origin packs a workout that strengthens core
muscles, the digestive system and flexibility. And few are aware of those benefits like Jamie
Miller, instructor at Laurelwood’s Hot Yoga Plus Studio in Memphis and soon-to-be-open
location in Oxford. Alongside her husband, Evan, Jamie regularly practices and preaches the
perks of yoga. The Millers practice a variation known as “hot yoga,” which retains the core
movements and postures of traditional yoga but takes place in hot, humid studio space. The
added heat is designed to raise the heart rate and put more of a strain on muscles, ramping
up the traditionally slow-paced and laid-back exercise method into a more strenuous
90-minute regime.
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Arm Balance/Crow1 2 3 4 5
DIFFICULTY:
“Crow pose is a type of arm balance. It requires a good amount of core strength, which might surprise some people – arm balances are not so much about arm strength, as they are about core strength. When getting into the posture, you are pulling your navel in toward the spine and are really engaging all of those abdominal muscles.”
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Seated TwistDIFFICULTY:
“I encourage my students to practice this move every day. It’s great for the digestive system and the liver because the posture works to massage internal organs. When you release a deep belly twist, you are hit with a fresh flow of oxygenated blood to all of those organs.”
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WarriorDIFFICULTY:
“Warrior pose is good for stretching hip flexors and is an overall good strength-building posture that works the entire body. It’s a very strong posture and good for building thighs, legs, arms, core and back. This is an easy pose to learn, but some students may find it difficult to perfect.”
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Acro 1DIFFICULTY:
“This is one of the easier Acro Yoga poses. This pose, and poses like this, require leg and arm strength from the base practitioner. The top practitioner must demonstrate trust, find strength throughout the entire body, and have flexibility through the back and shoulders.”
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DancerDIFFICULTY:
“Dancer pose is a big backbend that also requires a lot of hip and shoulder flexibility. This is definitely a balancing posture as well, so focus and concentration are very important factors. Any one-leg posture like this strengthens the stabilizing muscles in your feet and ankles.”
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Acro 2DIFFICULTY:
“Acro Yoga is a really playful type of practice. It is challenging and requires a trusting relationship with your partner. This type of posture forces you to remain present and focused.”
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CamelDIFFICULTY:
“Camel pose is a major backbend. It stretches the entire front of the body, helps to strengthen the back, and improves posture. For beginners, start with your palms pressed into your low back for support and then gradually transfer hands to feet as strength and flexibility develop.”
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STYLE
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Rough around the Edges7 Lucky Stone's bold, natural
stones add an unexpected flair
Story by TESS CATLETT & ALEXANDRA NICOLE
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FROM DAINTY GEMS TO MASSIVE STATEMENT PIECES,
natural stones dominated the Spring/Summer 2015
collections. The Etro show in Milan saw dreamcatcher
jewelry worked with raw stones, beads and feathers for a
California Dreamin’ — inspired look. Alber Elbaz brought
a fresh take on the classic strand of pearls at Lanvin, and
chunked-out jewelry crafted with wood and natural materials
captured the artisan spirit of the Marni fashion house.
Gone are the days where jewelry is an afterthought. Wire-
wrapped gemstones, natural lava beads and wood carved
pendants are being used to create whimsical hairpieces,
necklaces, earrings and bracelets that demand to be noticed.
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GET THE LOOK:
• The ring stack — Pair a large, rough-cut stone ring with a
few mixed-metal midi rings for an eye-catching look.
• The cuff — Layer a sleek, stone-worked cuff with mono-
chromatic bangles for a new spin on the stacked bracelet
trend.
• The talisman — Make an exquisite hand-shaped pendant
the focus, and add a mixed-metal choker for a bold look.
• The hoop — Tone things down with a subtle pair of hoop
earrings featuring stones in a muted palette.
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Denise Dunn, owner of 7 Lucky Stones, has always had
an eye for natural gems. The Memphis-based jeweler
incorporates natural elements alongside semi-precious
stones to create a more bohemian feel. Her one-of-a-kind
pieces are created from an array of materials, including
leather, freshwater pearls, wood, mixed metals and
repurposed items. “Each component is hand selected, and
no two items are ever exactly alike.”
From chunky to delicate, any one of Dunn’s pieces can
be mixed, matched, or woven into an established jewelry
collection with ease. Her unique designs are often in stark
contrast to machine-tooled jewelry. “Many hours of my
childhood were spent playing in my aunt’s jewelry box,
[which was] filled with both real and costume pieces,” Dunn
says. Being exposed to such a wide variety of jewelry at a
young age had a lasting impact on Dunn’s creative desires.
“I naturally lean towards [earthly] elements: stones, shells,
woods, leathers,” she says. “I love these items in my home
decor and fashion. Everything I make is something I would
wear.” Paired with her love for nature’s beauty and drawing
inspiration from art, fashion and decor, her designs have
evolved into magnificent wearable art pieces.
When Dunn launched the 7 Lucky Stones brand in 2012,
she didn’t realize how quickly things would take off. After
moving away from jewelry making to focus on school and
work, she says she was just looking for a way to rekindle
that inspiration and channel her creative energy. “I pulled
out what I had saved — beads, wire, thread and clasps — in
my pink Kaboodle and started to upgrade and buy more,” she
recalls. Because she doesn’t cater to a specific niche, her tran-
scendent designs are constantly evolving into new creations
compatible across all styles. Dunn’s pieces can be found in
several MidSouth boutiques, including The Attic, Milli Grace
Boutique and The Henny Penny Mobile Boutique.
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Exercises that improve your balance and make your legs stronger lower your chances of falling.
Lack ofexercise leads to weakness and increases your chances of falling.
Mississippi Department of rehabilitation services
Poor vision can increase your chances of falling.
See an eye doctor at least once a year & update your eyeglasses. Install grab bars
next to & inside the tub/shower and next to the toilet. Also, use non-slip mats in the bathtub & shower floors.
Remove things you can trip over (like small throw rugs, papers, books, & shoes) from stairs & places where you walk.
Have your doctor or pharmacist review the medicines you take, even over-the-counter medicines.
Medicines or combinations of medicines can make you sleepy or dizzy and can cause you to fall.
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recipe
KETCHUP MAY BE THE FIRST THING YOU THINK OF
when tomatoes are mentioned, but tomatoes are also
the main ingredients in many other delicious meals.
“Tomatoes are incredibly versatile; buy them when in season
for the best taste and texture,” says Chef Justin Timineri,
executive chef and culinary ambassador of the Florida
Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. “When in
season, tomatoes are always on the top of my shopping list.”
HEALTH BENEFITS
• Florida tomatoes are a good source of lycopene (helps
prevent skin damage from UV rays), vitamin C (needed for
growth and repair of body tissues) and vitamin A (helps
vision and bone growth).
• Botanically, the tomato is a fruit. However, they are legally
considered a vegetable after a ruling in the U.S. Supreme
Court.
• The best test for a great tomato is aroma. Smell the stem
end for a strong sweet-acidic fragrance. Choose tomatoes
that are plump, shiny and give slight pressure when applied.
• Tomatoes should be stored at a cool room temperature, out
of their packaging and never in the refrigerator. Storing to-
matoes in the refrigerator diminishes their flavor.
More Than Marinara
Zesty tomato-based alternatives for the Southern chef
Tomato CornbreadServings: 6 to 10
Ingredients:1 box cornbread mix1 Florida onion, diced smallOlive oilSea salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste 1 cup Jack cheese, grated2 large Florida tomatoes, chopped
Directions:Follow directions on cornbread box to mix batter.
Preheat oven as listed on cornbread box instructions. Preheat a large cast iron skillet over medium heat.
Add diced onion and a drizzle of olive oil to cast iron skillet. Season onion with salt and pepper to taste, and cook onion until tender.
Fold half of cheese into cornbread batter. Pour cornbread batter into pan with onions. Add remaining cheese to top of cornbread mixture. Add diced tomatoes to top of cornbread mixture. Bake as directed on box. Remove from oven when golden brown and cooked throughout. Let cool slightly and serve warm.
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recipe
Pita PerfectServings: 2
Ingredients:1 whole-wheat pita pocket2 teaspoons light mayonnaise1/2 Florida tomato, sliced1/2 Florida avocado, sliced2 leaves Florida lettuce4 pieces low-sodium bacon, cooked
Directions:Slice pita pocket in half and
spread with 1 teaspoon of mayon-naise on the inside of each half. Stuff each pita half with 2 slices tomato, 2 slices avocado, 1 lettuce leaf and 2 slices of bacon.
Tomato Basil SoupServings: 4 to 6
Ingredients:2 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, diced2 tablespoons garlic, chopped fine 5 large fresh Florida tomatoes, chopped1 teaspoon sugar 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped (save 4 to 6 for garnish)3 cups low sodium vegetable stock 1/2 cup heavy cream Sea salt and fresh ground black pepper to tasteSour cream for garnish, if desired
Directions:Preheat a medium-sized stock pot over medium heat. Add
olive oil to preheated pot. Carefully add onion and garlic. Cook onions and garlic until almost translucent. Add tomatoes, sugar, tomato paste, fresh basil and vegetable stock. Simmer ingredients for at least 20 minutes. Puree soup in blender or with an emersion blender. Be very careful when pureeing hot ingredients. Add cream to soup, and stir to combine. Season soup with salt and pepper to taste. Serve with crusty bread. Garnish with basil leaves and sour cream.
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Spaghetti with Marinara SauceServings: 8
Ingredients:1 large fresh Florida tomato, crushed1 cup tomato sauce1 tablespoon minced garlic2 teaspoons dried parsley1/2 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon fresh basil leaves, chopped (save 4 to 6 for garnish)1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper1 pound spaghetti1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese
Directions:In a large saucepan, combine crushed tomato, tomato
sauce, minced garlic, parsley, salt, basil and pepper. Cover. Bring to boil. Lower heat and simmer, with cover, for 30 to 45 minutes.
As end of simmering time nears, cook spaghetti in large pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Cover spaghetti with marinara sauce. Garnish with basil leaves and Parmesan cheese. Serve warm.
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OVERCAST SKIES, COLD WIND AND DARK EARLY
evenings can sap our motivation to exercise from
the best of us. I can certainly relate, especially
coming off the high of running the St. Jude half marathon
in early December. But keeping active during the winter is
as important, if not more so, than in the warmer seasons.
Physical activity can improve your immune system during
the cold-weather months, as well as improve your mood,
which is especially critical in keeping away the winter blues.
To stick with your exercise commitments, you may need to
restock your closet and change up your exercise schedule.
While finishing St. Jude was a huge milestone for me, I’ve
already made plans to follow up with another run to keep
me excited about the racing season. I have found that there
is no better way to stay motivated and to stay consistent in
your training than to have a race or event on the schedule
to train for. For me, the Germantown Half Marathon, as
well the Memphis in May Triathlon is where I want to see
my winter training pay off. There are a number of bike rides,
foot races, and group fitness and running events around the
MidSouth to keep you busy. It’s also a great way to meet new
friends with a similar fitness hobby. Here in Olive Branch, the
DeSoto Runners Club meets on Saturday mornings and in the
afternoons for group runs at all different paces and distances.
Even if you’re a beginner biker or runner, these types of group
events are an opportunity to keep up your motivation, plus
it gives you a standing commitment to your other members.
Waking up early on a cold January morning to run is tough,
but if you know someone is waiting on you, it makes it easier
to get out of bed.
Another option is using fitness apps, such as MapMyFitness
and Strava or GPS watches from Garmin or Soleus. Working
on improving your pace and distance, and measuring your
stats against your friends online, is great motivation for
those of us who are competitive spirits. For those of us who
just enjoy the ride, it gives you satisfaction to look back at a
month of successful runs, swims, and rides you’ve completed.
An obvious alternative for winter-time exercise is to move
indoors with spin classes, yoga, treadmills and heated indoor
swimming pools. The Desoto Athletic Club is a fantastic venue
for someone that is looking for everything. They offer a full
range of classes, personal trainers, tennis, indoor pool, indoor
running track, and childcare to help meet your needs. Jane’s
Gym is also a favorite amongst Desoto County females. Jane’s
Gym offers a wide variety of classes, personal training, child
care, as well several pampering options for females only. If you
are looking for a more simplistic approach to help shake off
your winter blues, Crossfit is a must try. OB Crossfit has quickly
moved into the most talked about Crossfit Gym in the area.
From climbing ropes, flipping tires, and weight lifting, Von
and John’s classes will keep you and your body guessing and
improving. Just like everything, nothing is created equally and
the same goes for fitness facilities. The best way to decide what
is right for you is to try them out. Local gyms will often offer a 2
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Special Advertising Section-week trial membership for eager people
that want to make a change!
If you’re adamant about outdoor
exercise, the weather shouldn’t keep
you from enjoying your exercise plans.
Thanks to the City of Olive Branch and
the North Mississippi Trail Alliance, the
Olive Branch City Park will now have
approximately 4 miles of off-road and
paved trail to enjoy. Work on the off-
road section of this trail will begin in
the new year and should be completed
before spring. Additionally, the Cold
Water Nature Trail and Bayou Pointe trail
systems, located near Arkabutla Lake,
all offer great venues for bike riding and
trail running.
You’ll need to make sure you’re
adequately prepared with the right gear:
wind-resistant clothing, form-fitting
tights, long-sleeve jackets or pullovers,
and thick socks. Brands such as Craft,
Pearl Izumi, and Marmot are leading
the industry in cold weather running/
cycling apparel. You’ll also need to make
sure you’re visible. With dark mornings
and less sunshine, it may be good to
invest in a few pieces of reflective
clothing and a head lamp, this goes for
runners and cyclists. You’ll also want to
keep your head and hands warm, as your
body will lose heat from any exposed
surface. And for that runny nose, I would
suggest keeping a Desoto-County-made
Runningluv handy when you need it. All
of these brands and apparel options can
be found at Full Motion Running and
Cycling in Olive Branch.
Whatever you decide to do, whether it’s
invest in a gym membership, join a local
running group or step up your cycling
during the new year, the key goal
should be to just keep moving. Spring
will be here soon enough!
Matt Hall is the
owner of Full
Motion Running
and Cycling
6399 Goodman
Road #112,
Olive Branch, MS 38654
(662) 408-4977
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