reflections: february 2012
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The Community Magazine of the Bellevue ClubTRANSCRIPT
February 2012
reflectionsyour community magazine.
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Better TogetherGastronomy’s favorite duo, bottled and sliced
Holiday Rewindtake a look through our Gingerbread House decorating and children’s Holiday Party photo reviews
Pet Lovin’during this month of love, dote some extra attention on your furriest, and cuddliest, family members
Take a peek into your community!Wendy's roving camera is exploring
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05 upfront
06 Calendar
08 Community
10 business Connect
20 uncorked
32 body | Mind
38 Photo review
42 Classes & events
43 Classifieds
46 editor’s Picks
16 | Pet Lovin’ BC Members share photos of their furry friends in honor of National Pet Month.
28 | better TogetherCreate a savory pairing with these wine and cheese suggestions from Woodinville Wine Country chefs.
38 | Holiday rewindA snapshot of the memories made at the Club this past holiday season.
12 | Putting your Heart firstMaster culinary skills that will please both your stomach and your ticker.
14 | Letters of LoveThe pen is mighty—and romantic when used to dote on your loved one.
22 | employee SpotlightMeet BC’s Financial Manager Jeff Ohlstrom.
26 | Idea in Hand Members Amy Roberts and Kea Rensch took their ideas and slung them over their shoulders.
34 | Wellness WarriorThis month’s warrior has been working hard for three years.
36 | everyday Heart HealthSimple ways to be proactive with your health and to recognize the signs of heart disease.
Cover: Grab the cork and the grater for these wine and cheese pairings.
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ManageMent StaffPresident S. W. ThurstonGeneral Manager Brian FlahertyMember Liaison Beth CurtisExecutive Chef Paul MarksCatering Director Jill ParravanoAthletic Director Sally ReedAquatics Director Melissa SteppFitness Director Sue MatyasRecreation Director Katie BarthTennis Director Brian NashAthletic Services Katie Greenwood & Spa Director Financial Manager Jeff OhlstromOperations Controller Gina AbadiaCommunications Director Stacy BoothHR Director Karen BrierMember Events Director Kaarin Keil
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calendar
SUNDAY moNDAY tUeSDAY weDNeSDAY thUrSDAY friDAY SAtUrDAY
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February Birthday Month in Polaris
Begins
Men’s Tennis Night
2
Bridge Classes Begin
Round-Robin Squash
Zumba
3
Family Gym Night
Story Time
Open Climb
Mixed Doubles Night
4
Karate Club
Inflatable Obstacle Course
Half-Price Wine Night in Polaris Grill
5
Super Bowl Party
Water Runner
6
Toddler Open Play
Ladies’ Tennis Night
7Hot Power Hour
Yoga
Half-Price Wine Night in Polaris
Grill
8
Jump-Start Your Career Change
Men’s Tennis Night
9
Private Tour of BAM
Oyster Fest
Round-Robin Squash
Zumba
10
Float-In Movie Night
Story Time
Open Climb
Mixed Doubles Night
11
Karate Club
Inflatable Obstacle Course
Half-Price Wine Night in Polaris Grill
12
Spiritual Laws of Yoga Workshop:
Law 4
Water Runner
13
Toddler Open Play
Ladies’ Tennis Night
14
VALENTINE’S DAY
Hot Power Hour Yoga
Half-Price Wine Night in Polaris
Grill
15
Young Professionals
Social
Men’s Tennis Night
16
Round-Robin Squash
Zumba
17
Wine Event with Walla Walla
Wineries
Kids’ Night Out: Under the Sea
Mixed Doubles Night
18
Karate Club
Inflatable Obstacle Course
Heart-Healthy Cooking with Chef
Paul and Cindy Farricker
Half-Price Wine Night in Polaris Grill
19
Water Runner
20PRESIDENTS’ DAY
Mid-Winter Break Camps Begin
Toddler Open Play
Ladies’ Tennis Night
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MARDI GRAS
Hot Power Hour Yoga
Half-Price Wine Night in Polaris
Grill
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Opera Event with Bravo
Men’s Tennis Night
23
Time Manage-ment with
Innovatively Organized
Round-Robin Squash
Zumba
24
Family Gym Night
Mixed Doubles Night
25
Karate Club
Feldenkrais: Healthy Hips and
Backs
Inflatable Obstacle Course
Half-Price Wine Night in Polaris Grill
26 Water Runner
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Session 4 Classes Begin
Toddler Open Play
Ladies’ Tennis Night
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Trivia Night
Hot Power Hour Yoga
Half-Price Wine Night in Polaris
Grill
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New Member Reception
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For more information about programs listed on the calendar, please visit https://members.bellevueclub.com.
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BAM Opens its DOOrs tO BC
Join the Bellevue Club for a private tour of the Bellevue Arts Museum during the final days of the George Nelson exhibit. The tour will be docent-led, engaging members in a conversation about the architectural marvels of the 1940s, ’50s and ’60s.
It’s been heralded as a philo-sophical look into the times with as much style as AMC’s “Mad Men.” Seemingly mun-dane office supplies—desks, chairs, storage units and even American flags—are trans-formed into abstract displays packed full of sensory details.
The colorful mid-century modern designs were part of an
aesthetic that the late Nelson created through a modular, radical rethink-ing of the use of spaces. Nelson was trained as an architect, among other stints as a writer, a lecturer and a photographer, and actually invented furniture through his designs that we use today—the L-shaped desk was his work.
The exhibit on display at BAM features more than 220 objects, from clocks and films to a full-scale partial reconstruction of Nelson’s work for the American National Exhibition in Moscow in 1959.
Privately explore one of the most comprehensive portraits of George Nelson on Thursday, Feb. 9. Transportation from the Bellevue Club will leave at 1:45 p.m. Registra-tion is $10, which includes both the transportation and tour. Contact Member Events Director Kaarin Keil at [email protected] or at 425.455.3384 to reserve your spot.
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business connect
GettinG Off the Benchby Allyson Marrs
The times have changed. Job opportunities are at an all-time low, which leaves many people feeling stuck at current positions for fear of losing a job altogether. Then there’s the task of the hunt itself. Job pools are deep and ever expanding, and your online presence is becom-ing an important aspect to the whole process.
Sometimes it takes an experi-
enced third party to break down the fears and help zero in on the right opportu-nities. Elizabeth Atcheson of Blue Bridge Coaching will be hosting a special event at the Bellevue Club on Feb. 8 to help all those who are in transition, between jobs or are chang-ing careers. “It’s a process filled with self-examination and creativity,” Elizabeth said. “It’s a critically important time for people to clarify their values.”
Elizabeth has been an official career coach since 2001 and got into the busi-ness for the challenge. “I love the process of helping people grapple with these tough questions and teaching them how to develop a strategy that makes sense both for them and in the current eco-nomic context,” she said.
Her background is in marketing and communications, which she brings into perspective during her sessions. With the increasing importance of an online profile, she highlights various networking strategies. “Job-seekers have to have ev-erything going for them,” she said, “from the compelling cover letter, LinkedIn profile, informational interviewing and more. If even one of these elements is not the best it can be, you won’t get into the interview pool for that job you thought sounded perfect for you.”
During the workshop, members will complete self-assessments and leave with a framework to better transition into a fulfilling career. Elizabeth will teach you how to market yourself and your skills and how to find and land a job you love.
The event will be held on Wednes-day, Feb. 8, from 6-9 p.m. If you’d like to attend, contact Member Events Director Kaarin Keil at [email protected] or 425.455.3384. Registration is $10.
Upcoming eventsat the Bellevue Club
• Feb. 15: Young Professionals Social, 5:30 p.m., free
• Feb. 19: Women’s Night Out, 6 p.m., moms $19, daughters $5
• Feb. 23: Time Management with Innovatively Organized, 6:30 p.m., $15
• Feb. 29: New Member Reception, 5:30 p.m., free
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taste
Putting Your Heart First
The fastest way to a man’s heart (or a woman’s) is through the stomach. So this
Valentine’s Day, show off some culinary know-how by preparing a delicious, ro-mantic meal for your loved one that just happens to be heart healthy, too.
On Feb. 18, Executive Chef Paul Marks and Registered Dietitian Cindy Farricker are hosting a can’t-miss cook-ing and dining experience from noon- 3 p.m. in Polaris Grill. Chef Paul will share his techniques for full-flavored heart-healthy cooking, and Cindy will discuss why his ingredient substitutions add magic to the nutritional profile of the featured dishes.
Participants will go behind the scenes with Chef Paul to master professional cooking techniques while Cindy will offer a new perspective on how to modify food choices for a healthy heart. The class will be followed by a lunch with Paul and Cindy, featuring a selection of foods prepared in the class and wine selected to complement the meal. There will also be an opportunity to engage in an open discussion with the presenters.
The cooking class costs $55/ person. Space is limited and reservations are required. Contact Tricia Loomis at 425.688.3172 or email wellness@ bellevueclub.com to reserve your spot.
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Letters of Love
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By Allyson MarrsPouring your heart from pen to paper
has long since been replaced by text mes-sage quips. Love letters seem as ancient as the quills we imagine they were written with. But people, ahem, men, tend to forget the impact a form of emotional expression can have on a person—when done meaningfully. True love letters, spe-cial notes laced with romantic authentic-ity, are a lost art form.
Not every man is Shakespeare, but following a few simple guidelines should be enough to get the serotonin, norepinephrine and dopamine running, untangling jumbled thoughts so as to
grace your lady with a romantic gesture. La-
dies, you aren’t exempt either. Show your man some love!
• The key to a great love letter is sincer-ity and personality. Why are you writing the letter? Answering this first will keep it all in perspective.
• Recall your most cherished memories with her. Perhaps it’s when you met, or it’s just a silly detail from a random Tuesday that still makes you smile. Either way, recounting small details reminds you both how far you’ve come.
• Express your love by relaying the specific attributes that your partner possesses. The more genuine and specific you are, the more impact it will have.
• One of the most important things to include is a reaffirmation of your love and commitment. This can be as basic as you like, as long as it’s sincere.
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“I wake filled with thoughts of you. Your portrait and the intoxicat-ing evening which we spent yesterday have left my senses in turmoil. Sweet, incomparable Josephine, what a strange effect you have on my heart!”—Napoleon Bonaparte (Paris, December 1795)
“Dearest, I wish I had the gift of making rhymes, for methinks there is poetry in my head and heart since I have been in love with you. You are a Poem. Of what sort, then? Epic? Mercy on me, no! A sonnet? No; for that is too labored and artificial. You are a sort of sweet, simple, gay, pathetic ballad, which Nature is singing, sometimes with tears, some-times with smiles, and sometimes with intermingled smiles and tears.”—Nathaniel Hawthorne (addressed to his wife, December 1839)
“In your letter from Madras you wrote some words very dear to me, about my having enriched your life. I cannot tell you what pleasure this gave me, because I always feel so over-whelmingly in your debt, if there can be accounts in love.
... What it has been to me to live all these years in your heart and companionship no phrases can convey.”—Winston Churchill (addressed to his wife, January 1935)
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Your pet is your buddy. Your pet loves you un-
conditionally and selflessly, giving you companionship on your loneliest of days. Your pet provides the ulti-mate comfort and support, even when you weren’t sure you needed it.
On a cold winter day, they snuggle up next to you. They sense your sad-ness and do their best to help. They even make you laugh—sometimes harder—than your best friend does. Whether your friend is a dog, cat, hamster, horse, fish or bunny, there’s a special day to say thank you!
Feb. 20 is Love Your Pet Day, the official day to rub his belly a little longer, let her sleep on the couch a bit later and throw in a couple extra handfuls of food. No matter your animal(s) of choice, chances are, it’s been there for you during your most stressful times. Bellevue Club members took the time to share their photos of the ones that make their homes a little warmer and a whole lot more fun.
Pet Lovin’
Photo credits clockwise, starting at top left: Helen Lee; Gwen Na-gano; Gwen Nagano; Gretchen Wittenberg; Helen Lee; Kerry Leach; Valerie Parrish; Valerie Parrish
More pet photos on page 18.
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Photo credits clockwise, starting at top left: Judy Sidell; Michael Gardner; Valerie Parrish; Gra-ham Albertini; Susan Ershler; Susan Ershler; Franklin Fite; Maryam Yousefian.
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PoP the BuBBlyBy Joyce Combs
It stems from royalty, once signifying power and prestige in the 17th century.
Clever adver-tising, even back then, catapulted this beverage into nobility, immortalizing it as the drink of choice during various festivities.
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and unfavorable climate challenges played a part in creating the sparkling wine. And with the addition of sugar during the fermentation process, the delicious drink soon fell to mass markets.
There are laws in place worldwide about the term “Champagne,” referring to Champagne, France, and label usage of the city’s name or the more general term, “Sparkling Wine.”
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier are the most-common grapes used in the production of Champagne, giving it its sweet or dry taste. The drink gets a bad rep for its many delicious calo-ries, caused by the addition of yeast and rock sugar during the second fermenta-tion process.
It’s a mildly long process, actually, tak-ing roughly three years to mature when sealed with the signature crown cap.
Minute details or not, this wine is typically associated with New Year’s and romantic occasions (Valentine’s Day looms). In actuality, it pairs well with a variety of food and should be sipped more often—perhaps even, every day.
When enjoying a bottle during your Monday-night dessert course, or your Wednesday steak dinner, there are a few “rules.” First, it should take seven turns when undoing the wire cage. Second, to avoid sending the cork flying past your guests’ heads, hold it in place while rotat-ing the bottle at an angle. Your thumb should always remain on top of the cork until it’s open. It may not have as exciting of an unveiling—it should sound like a whisper—but there will be less spillage, thus more Champagne to fill the flutes.
Polaris Grill offers some fine selec-tions of the bubbly, from the Schrams-berg Blanc Del Blancs Brut ’07 (Califor-nia) to Dom Perignon ’02 (Champagne, France). Stop by for a glass, or a bottle, and make any day a celebration.
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Pent-up energy can lead to a lot of things. It can lead to excessive cleaning, a four-hour workout or even a craft project that Martha Stewart would be jealous of. It can lead to aching joints itching to engage in
activity. It can lead to hair standing on its end in anticipation of something great. It can even lead to a whole lot of nothing beyond loung-ing across a couch, feet wiggling up and down frantically. For members Amy Roberts and Kea Rensch, it led to two different businesses.
Amy and Kea have been friends for years and share many things in common. From similar hobbies and interests to splitting presidential duties on the PTA, the two are inseparable. Even their children are the same ages. But their separate business ventures were completely coincidental.
Perfect strangers helped encourage Amy to take her idea to the mass level. She created and sewed her own environmentally friendly bag that served the exact purpose she found lacking in other products. It wasn’t until a few passersby asked her where they could find one just like it, that she started asking questions herself.
Meanwhile, Kea was left perpetually frustrated from always sacrificing one thing
or another when it came to her totes. Either the bottom got wet, the straps were uncomfortable or her cell phone ended up lost in the abyss of the bottom of the bag. She had her own ideal perfectly sketched in her mind, but it was a matter of making the sketch tangible and comfy enough to throw across her shoulder.
Neither woman knew what the other had been planning un-til a shared dinner. Amy asked
Idea In Hand
By Allyson Marrs
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Kea’s husband—who’s in the apparel industry—for advice to make her bag a reality. Confused, he asked if she was talking about Kea’s product. “We kind of looked at each other and were like, ‘what are you doing?’ ” laughed Kea. From there, they started the process, each choosing separate manufacturers and marketing different products.
Amy’s Libby Green (libbygreen.com) bag was inspired by her home state of Wyoming. “I grew up in a very outdoorsy, nature community,” she said. Not only did she want her bags to help replace the use of plastic, but she wanted them to be green, too, made from 80 percent post-consumer material.
She considers both herself and her bags “light green.” The totes are made from recycled PET water bottles, which follows the company’s mission of saying no to plastic and reusing earth’s natural resources. “I figured if I could take a tiny step myself then others could, too,” she said. “Everything could add up to something larger, and I want to help others change their behaviors.”
Amy acknowledges that living a greener life is just that—a lifestyle choice. “I wanted to make a change in my behavior environmentally and lessen my carbon footprint,” she said.
The totes come in a variety of colors and patterns and are sold in sets of three. The designs are Amy’s original sketches that she hand draws and has digitized for fabric printing. In-side pockets make it easy to stow the bags in one another and under a car seat. “I figured if I made something I really like, I would actually get it out and carry it into the store,” said Amy. “I wanted them to be cute to boot,” she laughed.
Kea’s company Merin Designs (merindesigns.com) was based out of need. She desperately wanted a particular prod-uct, and so she created it. “I think the only reason it got this far was because I wanted this product so bad. In order to make something work, you have to believe in it and want it yourself that you keep going down that path. Otherwise, there are so many roadblocks,” she said.
She did everything by gut feel and has been happy with the results. Her totes come in a variety of sizes, all with the signature thick, waterproof bottom. Her goal was to make the bag utilitarian but beautiful, large but organized and thick but pliable.
The bags have multiple pockets to keep wet and dry items separated, and the canvas is easily packable.
It took her two years to put the vision into something tangible.
“Mothers always ask how we did it,” said Kea. “The bottom line is, if you have something you really want to do, if it’s that important to you, just make it happen.”
Both Kea and Amy have each other’s bags. Starting a business from nothing was a difficult process
for each of them, but it was made that much easier by going through it with a friend. “It was kind of a handholding experi-ence the whole way,” said Amy. Their businesses launched only months apart in 2008. “We’ve certainly made mistakes and learned a ton. That’s what makes it fun in the end,” said Amy.
Merin Designs is found exclusively online, and Libby Green is sprinkled throughout markets, but also sold predominately online.
Although there’s always the nagging fear that it may end at any moment, both women continue to trust in the value of their product. “Stop thinking about the fear and just do it,” said Kea. “You do it because you believe in it.”
Five ReFlectionsFavoRite activity at the clubKea: YogaAmy: Pilates
FavoRite bookKea: “Eat, Pray, Love” by Elizabeth GilbertAmy: “The Brothers K” by David James Duncan
PeRFect DayKea: Skiing and coming home to a really nice dinner and glass of wine.Amy: Skiing all day then relaxing by the fire.
something you’Re aFRaiD oFKea: Not doing what I really want to do with my life.Amy: Sharks and birds.
memoRable Piece oF aDvice:Kea: Pretend that everything you say will be printed on the front page of the paper.Amy: She believed she could, so she did.
AmYKEA
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the perfect pair
By Allyson Marrs
Woodinville Wine Country chefs
weigh in on how to create a delicious
synergy between wine and cheese.
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throughout history, there have been dozens of famous pairs: Adam and Eve during the beginning of time, Antony and Cleopatra in 36 B.C., Robin Hood and Maid Marian in the 15th century, John Lennon and Yoko Ono in the 1960s and, of course, in the 21st century, Edward Cullen and Bella Swan.
While some of these couplings were as natural as nature itself, others caused an uproar (and a band’s downfall, according to some fans) with their seemingly different characteristics. But, as Paula Abdul and MC Skat Kat once said, opposites attract.
So, while some may continue to argue that pairing wine and cheese together is unusual and an affront to gastronomy, others will take note of their many variations, relishing in the ever-changing and bold flavors. Below are the chefs’ recommendations, paired with a famous couple matching the characteristics.
William and Kate The royal duo wed in 2011 with a guestbook of television viewers reach-ing more than 22 million in the United States alone. This pairing is classic, and it took time to get it right.
“What could be a more classical combina-tion than wine and cheese?” asked Bellevue Club Executive Chef Paul Marks. His favor-ite pairing is Mountain Gorgonzola with a bottle of Cesari Mara Vino di Ripasso from Italy. The cheese is Lombardy, and the longer it ages, the stronger the taste.
The cheese is prepared with alternating layers of hot and cold curd, which forces the layers to pull apart, leaving pockets for mold to grow. It takes an average of three to five months to age, which can leave the taste mild and creamy or lead to stronger flavors.
The full-bodied red wine has notes of plums and cherries with a scent of figs and honey. It’s not overpowering, and it offers a long finish. “Keep in mind that the purpose of the wine is to give harmony to the taste of the cheese and to prolong the pleasure of its taste,” said Paul.
Romeo and Juliet
Arguably Shakespeare’s most-famous story,
these young lovers were meant to be kept
apart for their differences, but found a heart-
breaking synergy when together. This pairing
is destined to be.
Blue cheeses have a distinguished smell and taste. There’s no denying
their flavor—it stands out among all the other cheeses, which really says
something. Chateau Ste. Michelle’s Chef Janet Hedstrom recognizes that
they can be difficult to pair because of the variations among them.
She recommends the Oregon Blue Cheese from Rogue River Creamery
with its balance of saltiness and strong flavors, which pairs well with many of
Chateau Ste. Michelle’s red wines, especially the 2008 Meritage blend in the
Artist Series. The wine’s texture soothes the cheese’s bold flavors. “Of course,
a Late Harvest Riesling is a classic match with the salty and big flavors of a
Stilton cheese,” she said.
Danny and SandyShe was a pristine, sweet girl who fell for a greaser with a spicy edge and rockin’ vocal cords. This pairing may seem unusual, but it works.
“I’m a big fan of trial and error,” said Trinity Mack, Resident Chef at Covington Cellars. “Sometimes, it sounds like it’s going to be a good idea, but there could be one ingredient that offsets it. That’s why it’s important to pair it beforehand and taste it.”
One of her favorite pairings includes a bit of spice with the nice. She takes the Cellars’ 2009 Viognier and matches it with a goat cheese. But, to make the goat cheese a bit softer, she mixes in some cream cheese. For some added fun, she rolls it into a truffle, some Cajun-spiced candied peanuts and tops it with a lime-leaf gastrique drizzle.
It’s an interesting pairing—the Viognier containing notes of pineapple and grapefruit with a ripe pear and honey finish—but it follows Trinity’s rule. “Never pair an item that’s sweeter than the wine,” she said. “One shouldn’t outshine the other, but they should blend together smoothly.”
Bonnie and Clyde
These American criminals caught the pub-
lic’s attention during the 1930s with a slew
of robberies, a few murders and their love
for each other. This pairing is rich.
“Pairings should really bring each other’s flavors out,” said Januik Win-
ery’s Chef Megan Hartz. “The cheese should bring the wine’s subtle flavors
out and vice versa.”
Megan plays with the palate by combining rich flavors. She recommends
Humboldt Fog cheese with Januik’s 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon. The cheese
has a rich, ashy rind, containing the strongest flavors. It’s creamy with a
runny shell and a fresh goat cheese core. The Sauvignon is a lighter, but rich
red. Its dry, full body lingers on the palate.
No matter the recommendations, chefs and winemakers agree that finding a pairing is about adventure and education. There may not be a right or wrong answer, but taste buds will pop with flavor when the bottle and curd meet deliciously in the middle.
The servers in Polaris Grill are always willing to help you find your match. Experience the perfect pair during the half-price wine nights on both Tuesdays and Saturdays for an even sweeter deal.
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Regis and Kelly
Since Kelly’s introduction to the show in
2001, ratings have soared—although
Regis has since left. This pairing is a little
nutty and a whole lot of fun.
When it comes to creating a pair, most chefs agree that rules don’t
exist. “I don’t have any hard-and-fast rules, as I have been proven
wrong too many times,” said Chateau Ste. Michelle’s Executive Chef
Janet Hedstrom. “If I have a wine in mind, I try to figure out which
characteristics need to be accented or diminished and see if I can find
a cheese that helps to do that.”
For a bit of fun with your pairing, she recommends Barely Buzzed
from the Beehive Cheese Company. This cheese has a coffee and
lavender rind with a nutty flavor and smooth texture. Butterscotch
and caramel notes are prevalent throughout, and the cheese has won
first place in the American Cheese Society Annual Competition for
four years.Janet pairs it with Chateau Ste. Michelle’s 2007 Ethos Syrah. “It
has big, full fruit and spice flavors and is able to stand up to the big
flavors in this cheese,” she said.
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Beat Dry SkinThere’s no tougher time for your skin than in the winter. Cold weather leeches water from your body, making your hands, arms and legs appear scaly. To treat your parched skin, make sure to apply moisturizer throughout the day. experts say it’s most affective when applied before dryness symptoms occur. Try using lotion three to six times a day for the best results. Small bottles of Phytomer ultra-Nourishing body Cream—perfect when on the go during busy winter vacations—can be purchased in the Spa.
—Spa Director Katie Greenwood
body | mind
Simple toolSHeart-disease risk is influenced by lifestyle choices and there have been various dietary recommendations throughout the years. rather than become frustrated or confused, consider adopting these practical changes. • Eat less-processed foods. Instead, eat foods as close to their original form as possible:
whole grains rather than refined, fresh vegetables rather than canned and whole fruit rather than juice or smoothies.
• Fill half your plate with veggies. Vary the color and take advantage of those that are in season.
• Include fruit. Learn to use it as a sweet treat, avoiding processed bakery goods and confections.
• Eat healthy fats. Include nuts and avocados, and use both olive and canola oils. • Make almost all your grains whole. Select steel-cut or rolled oats for breakfast, include
bulgur, rice, whole-grain couscous or pasta as sides, and select bread and crackers made from whole grains.
—Club Dietitian Cindy Farricker
make time to UnwinDThis time of year is exhausting with dreary, winter days and busy schedules. Moderate exercise is a great way to relieve stress and ease your mind. If you’re lacking energy and motivation to work out, try these simple tricks to get your body ready to go.• Change into athletic clothing before
eating dinner. This will get your mind and body prepared for a post-meal walk.
• Stretch. It will relax your muscles and may even provide a boost to turn that stretch into a lunge.
• Turn up the tunes. It’s really hard not to move when listening to your favorite songs. Just give in.
—Athletic Director Sally Reed
Get movinG to improve Heart HealtHHeart disease is the leading cause of death in the united States, but you can greatly reduce your risk by adopting an active lifestyle.Physical activity keeps your weight in check and improves your heart health. experts recommend 30 minutes of activity, five days a week. If you’re short on time, break the activity up into 10-minute intervals throughout the day.The gold standard for moderate activity is a brisk walk at a rate of 3 to 4 miles per hour. If you really want to get your heart pumping and burn calories, try jogging, hiking uphill or playing basketball.
—Overlake Hospital Medical Center
not JUSt tHe winter BlUeSDepression can happen anytime, but some people feel it most during late fall or winter
months when there’s less sunlight. Seasonal affective disorder, SaD, often results
in low energy, appetite changes, excessive sleepiness, hopelessness and lack of motivation to participate in daily activities.fortunately, light therapy, talk therapy and medications are safe and effective treatment options. If you think you may be suffering from depression or SaD, see your doctor.
—Overlake Hospital Medical Center
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Self-MotivationBy Allyson Marrs
Each month, we’ll feature a Bellevue Club member who’s made a change in his or her life with the help of the Club’s Wellness program.
Six Week Weight LoSS and heaLth improvement program
Program Benefits: Weight Lossimproved Blood Pressureimproved Cholesterolimproved Blood sugar LevelsLower stressimproved Body image
for more information, email wellness@ bellevueclub.com or call 425.688.3461.
Your BodY. Your Life.
He’s shed 11 inches since he seriously started his journey three years ago. But Oscar Abello is still working hard to at-tain his goals.
Steadily focused on avoiding any health issues that can come along with age, he’s pushed himself to keep it in per-spective. “I have never liked exercise,” he said, “but I recognize that it is essential to a healthy lifestyle. I just have to get past the natural inclination to skip it.”
So, Oscar finds the balance. “For me, it’s a double whammy of food and exercise. It’s more about portion control and eating the right kinds of foods and expanding the variety to keep it interest-ing. I know I cannot cook something for multiple meals, as I will tend to overeat.
Instead, I only make what I am going to eat for that meal.”
As with any lifestyle change, the pro-cess can be difficult—with multiple pla-teaus and seemingly constant challenges. One tool to help keep motivated is setting specific goals. Oscar has a weight-loss goal for his 50th birthday, but even if he doesn’t quite reach it, that doesn’t mean he won’t try. “I am giving it a solid effort to get as close to it as possible,” he said.
His personal trainer Karrie Dutton has great fun working with him twice a week. “His favorite workout is the punch with the bands so he can beat up his trainer,” she laughed. “He’s very dedicated and never misses a workout, and he’s a lot of fun to train with!”
When Oscar’s not working with Kar-rie, he’s doing various cardio or swimming four to five times per week. It’s a con-tinuing process. “You just have to work through it and not get discouraged by temporary setbacks,” he said.
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wel lness
EvEryday HEart HEaltHThe month of February is heart-
health month. So while you’re picking out a personal gift for the person who holds your heart dear, remember to take care of your own ticker.
Typically, men are the designated audience for information regarding heart-
disease prevention. But for women older than 45—specifi-cally, post-menopausal women—heart disease knows no gender.
Although each woman will present different symptoms of a heart attack, there are a few common-alities. The National Coalition for Women with Heart Disease recommends seek-ing help the moment your body tells you something is wrong
through these indicators:
• Discomfort,tightness,uncomfort-able pressure, fullness or squeezing in the center of the chest lasting more than a few minutes, or it comes and goes.
• Crushingchestpain.
• Pressureorpainthatspreadstotheshoulders, neck, upper back, jaw or arms.
• Dizzinessornausea.• Clammysweats,heartfluttersor
paleness.• Unexplainedfeelingsofanxiety,
fatigue or weakness—especially with exertion.
• Stomachorabdominalpain.• Shortnessofbreathanddifficulty
breathing.
There is also the rare occasion where women may suffer no pain or other symptoms during an attack. This is why it is crucial to have your doctor perform an EKG or blood-enzyme test on a pe-riodic basis. As an ACSM health-fitness specialist, the Club’s Metabolic Testing Specialist and Cardio Coach, Annelise Digiacomo recognizes that silent heart at-tacks often accompany a condition called “silent ischemia,” which is a long-term shortageofbloodandoxygentotheheartdue to the accumulation of plaque in the arteries. A simple cardiac-stress test will help evaluate any problems.
“Your risk for heart disease, diabetes and stroke increases with the number of metabolic risk factors you have,” said Annelise. “In general, a person who has metabolic syndrome is twice as likely to develop heart disease and five times as likely to develop diabetes as someone who doesn’t have metabolic syndrome, which is a group of risk factors.”
One of the easiest ways to keep your tickertickingflawlesslyistoengageincardiovascularexerciseonaregularbasis.Habitualexercisehelpsstrengthentheheart (it is a muscle, after all) and the lungs.
The Wellness Department offers Wellness Evaluations in the form of ac-tive and resting Metabolic Tests to help with the process. “It helps us determine physical and nutritional requirements for optimal performance and/or weight management,” said Annelise. These tests help define accurate cardio training zones and thresholds, show where you aremostaerobicallyefficientalongwithrevealing your daily caloric consumption needed just to function on a daily basis. “With the lab-quality, science-based data we receive, training and nutrition plans can be tailored to fit your individualized health and fitness needs, helping to mini-mize heart-risk factors to live a longer, healthier life,” said Annelise.
This month—and any other day—take time to educate yourself and your body. The more aware you are, the more your body will pay its thanks.
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f i tness
Ready to sweat?The Bellevue Club GPX program in-
cludes more than 75 classes. From water aerobics to meditation, yoga to indoor cycling, there is a class for you. For more information, visit bellevueclub.com/gpx.
Need more?If you want a more individualized
approach this year, the Club’s new Your Body, Your Life program might be for you. It’s a six-week weight-loss and health-improvement program. Call 425.688.3461 for more information.
FiNdiNg peace oF miNdBy Allyson Marrs
I’m more than a little uncoordinated. I have no idea what grace means. And bal-ance? I think it’s a myth. So when I was told that I would be participating in yoga, which I consider a hard-to-achieve body art form, I accepted my fate. It was far from my first time, but even when I was trying yoga (I say “trying” because I don’t think I ever actually did it) once a week in high school, I remained awkward and uncomfortable.
Comparing the Monday BC class at noon with Tamara Weiss to the classes I took before wouldn’t exactly be fair. What I engaged in previously was some sort of speed yoga, stressful for the graceless like me. As soon as I molded my body into the awkward position, we were on to the next one. I spent more time hunched uncomfortably, peeking at the instructor from between my legs, under my elbow and upside down than I did actually posing.
Tamara’s class was peaceful and relax-ing. We moved at a pace that even I could keep up with. I’m not going to pretend that this made me a perfect student, however. My posing was still awkward
at times and terrible at others. And yes, I still peeked at Tamara from over my shoulder. She even came by once to adjust my technique, which, quite honestly, was about seven times less than I was expect-ing.
There was much more meditation involved in the class than I had been expecting. Like I said, I wasn’t a model student; I opened my eyes every few seconds to make sure the class hadn’t left, paranoid that I might keep them shut too long and find myself alone.
The moves were challenging, and I felt my legs spasm in protest, but the deep stretches were also soothing. One of the steadfast rules of yoga is that it really does take focus. The second you let your mind wander to another task, you lose your balance, and your center falls
to pieces. It took me a few tries to finally master tree pose for this very reason.
Tamara reminded us to breathe out all of life’s little stressors each time we ex-haled. It was a welcome reminder. I went into the class with frantic energy—the day’s priorities that awaited me after the class nagging at my brain—but left calm. For this very reason, I would happily take the class again, showing just how easily I’ll sacrifice pride for peace of mind.
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classes & events
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tasteUpcoming events
RecReation
Family gym nightfriday, feb. 3 and 24, 5:30-8 p.m.
Family Float-in movie nightfriday, feb. 10, 7:30 p.m.
Kids’ night out: Under the seafriday, feb. 17, 6-9 p.m.$33/member
o n g o i n g p R o g R a m sFor full lists of adult classes and events, pick up the latest copy of the Bellevue Club Connector or visit www.bellevue club.com/fitness/BCconnector.pdf.
RecReation
Fitness
FRee! Round-Robin squash Thursdays, 6 p.m.
private/semi-private squash les-sons with ayub Khan
FRee! toddler open play (0-5) through May 21, Mondays, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. No play on feb. 20
FRee! story time (3-5) through May 25, fridays, 2:30-3 p.m. No story time on feb. 24
FRee! open climb (4+) through May 25, fridays, 4 p.m. No open climb on feb. 24
private Dance lessons (all ages)
private Basketball lessons (7+)
Karate club (7+)
guitar lessons (9+)
Kids’ night out (3-10)
RacqUetBall & sqUash laDDeRsTo receive your invite, email [email protected].
school BReaK campsfor full information, visit www.bellevueclub.com/youth.
WinteR session classes & pRogRamsfor full information, visit www.bellevueclub.com/youth.
super Bowl partySunday, feb. 5, game time! $17
Jump-start Your career changeWednesday, feb. 8, 6-9 p.m., $10
Bam private tourThursday, feb. 9, 2 p.m., $10
oyster FestThursday, feb. 9, 7-8:30 p.m., $35
FRee! Young professionals socialWednesday, feb. 15, 5:30-7 p.m.
Wine event with Walla Walla Wineriesfriday, feb. 17, 6:30-8 p.m., $25
February Birthday month in polaris BeginsWednesday, feb. 1
seven spiritual laws of Yoga: law 4Sunday, feb. 12, 4-5:30 p.m.$40/member or guest
Feldenkrais: healthy hips and BackSaturday, feb. 25, 10-11:30 a.m.$35/member
opera event with BravoWednesday, feb. 22, 6:30-9:30 p.m., $10
time management with innovatively organizedThursday, feb. 23, 6:30-8 p.m., $15
FRee! trivia nightTuesday, feb. 28, 7-8:30 p.m.
FRee! new member ReceptionWednesday, feb. 29, 5:30-7 p.m.
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classes & events
FREE! Inflatable Obstacle Course
FREE! Water Runner
Group Swim Lessonsfor times and reservations, call 425.688.3223.
Private Swim Lessonsfor times and reservations, call 425.688.3223.
Masters SwimmingM-f noon-1 p.m.; T/Th 5:45-7 a.m., 9-10 a.m.; f 5:45-7 a.m.; Sa 7-8:30 a.m.
Adult Fitness SwimmingM-f noon-1 p.m.; T/Th 5:45-7 a.m., 9-10 a.m.; f 5:45-7 a.m.; Sa 7-8:30 a.m.
Blue Whales Swim Team for information, call 425.688.3223.
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SERvICES
688.3162, [email protected] or www.bcreflections.com/classifieds Classifieds deadline is the first of the month prior.
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See a Group Personal Training or GPX and Conditioning Studio schedule (available at the Ath-letic Services Desk) for a full list of classes.
Advanced Pilates Mat
Hot Yoga 26 Poses
Gentle Yoga
Int./Adv. vinyasa Yoga
Hatha/vinyasa Yoga
Meditation for Clarity
Feldenkrais: Finding Flexibility
Flex in the City
Kinesis
Senior Kinesis
Senior Conditioning
Indoor Cycling
TRX 101
TRX Total Body Circuit
TRX Ab Blaster
TASTE
Half-Price Wine night in Polaris GrillTuesdays and Saturdays
Cosmos Happy HourMonday-friday, 3:30-7 p.m. and 10 p.m.-close
East Meets West in SplashWednesdays, 4-9 p.m.
Hat Trick Splash SpecialDaily, 11 a.m.-close Three small plates for $20
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appetizers for your oscar partyThe 84Th AcAdemy AwArds are set to start at 4 p.m. on sunday, Feb. 26. who’s got your vote? whether you’re throwing a black-tie soiree, a comfy pajama party or simply curling up on the couch alone, here are 10 different appetizers fit for hollywood’s fanciest party.
Black-bottomed cheesecake bites (delish.com/recipefinder/mini-black-bottom-cheesecakes-desserts) Fancy, black dresses abound on Oscar night, so why not dress up a fancy dessert with a little black of its own? Cookies provide the must-have color.
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Golden potstickers (101cookbooks.com/archives/golden-potstickers-recipe.html) Oscar night is about grabbing the gold—actors with an Oscar statue, you with these tasty potstickers.
chocolate-dipped strawberry tuxedos (simplyrecipes.com/recipes/chocolate_dipped_strawberries/) Girls don’t get all the fun. Dress up some strawberries in classic men’s attire.
chocolate truffles (thepinkwhisk.co.uk/2010/08/ruths-chocolate-truffles-as-seen-on-the-great-british-bake-off.html) Stars aren’t the only ones with sparkly accessories. You, too, can have a bit of your own with these truffles topped with edible glitter.
apple chip pork Bites (thelakekitchen.com/2010/03/04/apple-chip-pork-bites/) The apple provides a nice little surprise “plate” for the rest of this appetizer—and there always has to be a surprise on Oscar night.
cucumber-avocado tea sandwiches with dill & mint (theppk.com/2011/07/cucumber-avocado-tea-sandwiches-with-fresh-herbs/) Keep your figure trim like the stars with these healthy little sandwiches. Just remember to pat your mouth carefully and keep that lipstick perfect.
salmon sushi Bites (foodnetwork.com/recipes/sandra-lee/salmon-sushi-bites-recipe/index.html) Sophisticated, healthy, delicious. What more do you need during the Academy Awards?
Bruschetta (allrecipes.com/recipe/double-tomato-bruschetta/) Simple and tasty bruschetta is a wonderful supporting player for the decadence of the night.
caramel corn (orangette.blogspot.com/2009/12/for-ever-and-ever.html) OK, maybe this one isn’t exactly refined, but what is an awards show for movies without a little popcorn?
Green Goddess Dip (foodnetwork.com/recipes/ellie-krieger/green-goddess-dip-recipe2/index.html) While they might not talk about it, you know some stars are green with envy when others win the prized statue. This green goddess dip makes enough to share—without any envy!
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