Innholdsfortegnelse for Holidays 2021 i Southern Lady

When Anita Rankin and her husband decided to downsize, the seasoned designer had no intention of parting with all the furnishings and fixtures she’s collected over the years. Instead, she dreamed up a house that let her scale back without sacrificing the generous wall space and sense of grandeur she’d grown attached to in her family’s 4,500-square-foot homestead overlooking Mobile Bay. As a couple in their 70s, the Rankins desired a more manageable place that would still accommodate their sophisticated, traditional style. Yet, the combination proved difficult to come by in an area well-known for its petite cottages framed by moss-laden live oaks. “I was frustrated with trying to find a smaller footprint with a bigger presence, so I wouldn’t have to give up the things I love,” says Anita.…

Sparkling Clementine Cocktail MAKES 8 SERVINGS 1½ cups gin¾ cup Clementine Simple Syrup(recipe follows)1¾ cups brut sparkling wine, chilledGarnish: sliced clementine 1. In a pitcher, stir together gin, Clementine Simple Syrup, and ice. Strain mixture into 8 serving glasses. Top with sparkling wine. Garnish with clementines, if desired. CLEMENTINE SIMPLE SYRUP MAKES ¾ CUP ½ cup sugar½ cup water4 clementines, halved and squeezed 1. In a small saucepan, bring sugar, ½ cup water, and clementine juice and halves to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook until sugar is dissolved and syrup is slightly thickened, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat; cover and let stand for 30 minutes. Strain mixture through a fine-mesh sieve; discard clementine halves. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use. Beef Tenderloin with…

COVER See Eye for Opulence. EYE FOR OPULENCE Pages 9–18: Written by Ashley Shaw. Interiors and styling by Anita Rankin. Photo styling by Dorothy Walton. Photography by Nicole Du Bois. Home Design; Bob Chatham Custom Home Design. Builder; Scott Norman, LLC. Pages 11–13: Silk damask fabric (dining chairs); Kravet. Pages 14–15: Decorative ribbon (tree); d. stevens fine ribbons. Assorted Christmas tree and garland decorations; Dunn and Sonnier. Pages 15–16: Textured wall covering; Phillip Jeffries. Page 17: Bed; PATINA. Page 18: Antique settee; Scott Antique Markets. Damask fabric (settee); Schumacher. DRESSED TO IMPRESS Pages 19–30: Written by Ashley Shaw. Photography by John O’Hagan. Interiors by Beth Webb Interiors. Styling and floral design by Buffy Hargett Miller of Buffy Hargett Flowers. Construction; TCC General Contractors. Architecture; Jeffrey Dungan Architects. Pages 25–26: Wet-cast…

When decking the halls of Linda and Charlie Israel’s house, artist and flower aficionado Buffy Hargett Miller let the natural beauty of every space serve as her muse—from variegated stone and creamy plaster to limewashed pecky cypress and white oak. “It’s a great house, and I was inspired by its rustic appeal,” says Buffy, the owner of Buffy Hargett Flowers in Birmingham. Striking architectural elements and neutral tones provided Buffy with a stunning backdrop for understated florals, simple wreaths, and gracefully draped garlands that accentuate year-round décor. Friends since high school, Linda called on Buffy to decorate inside and out not only for busy entertaining months but also to ensure their property was picture-perfect for its debut on the Samford Legacy League’s Christmas Home Tour. The fundraising event for Samford…

Spiced Pomegranate Apple Cider MAKES 8 TO 10 SERVINGS 2 quarts apple cider1½ quarts pomegranate juice1 cup maple syrup4 cinnamon sticks1 large orange (about 10 ounces), halved1 vanilla bean, split, seeds scraped and reserved1 teaspoon whole cloves⅛ teaspoon freshly grated nutmegGarnish: fresh apple slices, fresh orange slices 1. In a large Dutch oven, stir together cider, juice, and next 6 ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. 2. Strain mixture; discard any solids. Divide evenly between mugs. Garnish with apple and orange, if desired. Squash, Kale, and Radicchio Salad MAKES 8 TO 10 SERVINGS 1 acorn squash (about 1½ pounds), halved, seeded, and sliced crosswise into ¼-inch-thick slices¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil (not extra-virgin), divided1 teaspoon kosher…

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Built in 1906 for the first permanent, year-round resident of the scenic mountaintop community near Chattanooga, this beautiful sandstone house had all but lost its luster when Lisa and Scott Maclellan purchased it at an auction about a decade ago. The once-grand structure had been converted to apartments in the 1930s and required a two-year renovation for full restoration to its former glory. Terry Barker, senior partner of River Street Architecture, helped the couple turn an empty shell into a breathtaking home, complete with Corinthian columns, a second-floor balustrade, and a circular staircase. Furnishing the home was a true labor of love for Lisa, who made all the design choices. She searched the country for the carved-marble mantels, period mirrors, and exquisite chandeliers that give the mansion its French flavor.…

Kahlúa Chocolate Chip Bundt Cake MAKES 1 (15-CUP) BUNDT CAKE ½ cup unsalted butter, softened2 cups granulated sugar1 tablespoon vanilla extract3 large egg whites, room temperature¾ (4-ounce) bar semisweet chocolate, chopped¾ cup natural unsweetened cocoa powder¾ cup Kahlúa*, warmed3 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon baking powder1½ teaspoons kosher salt¾ teaspoon baking soda1½ cups whole buttermilk1½ cups semisweet chocolate chipsGarnish: confectioners’ sugar 1. Preheat oven to 350°. Spray a 15-cup Bundt pan with baking spray with flour. 2. In a large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla with a mixer at medium speed until fluffy, 3 to 4 minutes, stopping to scrape sides of bowl. Add egg whites, one at a time, beating well after each addition. 3. In a medium bowl, combine chopped chocolate, cocoa, and warm Kahlúa until combined.…