One way she has done more is to create her major philanthropic offering, “Vino con Stelle,” a high-end wine and culinary fundraising event for Gateway. “I never expected I would be an event producer, but I am. And I turned out loving it,” Stephenson said. “Probably my skating background. Everything is a production.” To unwind, the Stephensons spend time at their Illinois estate. An avid equestrienne, Stacie loves spending time with their horses and taking romantic carriage rides around the property with Richard. She’s come a long way from her college days, when she felt depressed and hopeless. So far, in fact, that she formed a new health and wellness venture, VibrantDoc, to share what she’s learned about wellness over the course of her life and career. BERRY BEAUTIFUL PARFAIT Prep time: 5 min. Serves 4 Here’s a not-so-small secret. Dr. Stacie doesn’t love to cook. “I love food, but I’m not the girl that loves to be in the kitchen,” she said. However, knowing that recipes are critical to nutritional success, she packed “Vibrant” with 40 healthy, approachable recipes, such as this one for a simple but special berry parfait. INGREDIENTS: • 2 cups mixed raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, divided • 4 cups unsweetened coconut (or other non-dairy) yogurt of choice, divided • 4 teaspoons slivered or sliced almonds • 2 teaspoons unsweetened coconut shavings (optional) • Honey for drizzle INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Divide 1/3 of the berries between four glasses. 2. Divide half of the yogurt between the glasses, spooning it on top of the berries. 3. Repeat with another layer of berries, another layer of yogurt, and a final layer of berries. 4. Top with almonds and coconut, if using, and drizzle with honey, if you like. Blending exquisite wines with live entertainment and exciting auction experiences, “Vino con Stelle” is Gateway for Cancer Research’s signature fundraising event. MAR/APR 2021 | 32 | FRONTDOORS MEDIA

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