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HIGH IN THE SKY ABOVE DOWNTOWN L.A.

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Jonathan Cain Never Stop Believing

By Robyn Flans

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Departments MAY/JUNE 2018

18/ Moroccan tile enriches the lobby ambiance at Casa Laguna.

10/ LETTER FROM THE PUBLISHER/ EDITOR.IN.CHIEF Monique Reidy

12/ AFFAIRS TO REMEMBER

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Amusement Park Agency Celebrates Three Decades

Chris Uphues' Happy Heart mural is on the side wall of the Pygmy Hippo Shoppe.

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Leo Carrillo Ranch

By Erika Thomas

18/ ENCHANTING ESCAPES

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This open, light-filled eatery offers generous indoor and outdoor seating, their own fresh-brewed “10-Speed” coffee, and a place to hang your bike.

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Artsy Boutique Escapes SoCal-Style

By Linda Lang

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Spotlighting The Splendor Of Santa Ana

By Imaan Jalali

41/ TRENDING TALK

Making A Difference

By Esther C. Bleuel, MA, MFT, MDR

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Favorite Pizza

By Nicole Merino

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The Breakfast Club: 5 Killer Breakfast Places To Kick-Start Your Day

By Jenni Keast

64/ FIVE FAVES

Mindfulness/Wellness Centers In SoCal

By Mary Noe

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68/ THE HOOD

Painting A New Portrait Of The L.A. Arts District

By Linda Lang

74/ TO-DO-LIST

The Hopper: San Diego

By Robyn Flans

76/ FAMILY FUN

Best Places To Do Water Sports

By Cristina Pimentel

80/ THE WEEKENDER Kona Kai San Diego

By Rick Courten

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The Lodge at Pebble Beach It’s Not Just About The Golf

By Paul Kalil

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The Waterfront Luxury Of Fort Lauderdale

By Monique Reidy

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Events And Happenings

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F RO M T H E P U B L I S H E R / E DITO R . I N .C H I E F

MONIQUE REIDY

Years ago, one of my daughters worked at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Los Angeles. She invited me to view an installation she was particularly fond of and pointed me upstairs where the exhibit was located. I returned to her desk to inform her she had directed me to the wrong place. “There’s nothing but piles of string in that room,” I said. “Yes, that’s the exhibit,” she replied.

At that moment, I clearly grasped the familiar term “beauty is in the eye of the beholder.” My immediate reaction to the hundreds of yards of string that crisscrossed the walls of that museum space was pity for the unfortunate soul whose job it was to clean that up. But to countless other aficionados, that string was nothing short of a masterpiece.

Art is a truly subjective experience. There are specific colors, genres and expressions that appeal to some yet repel others. And the more one is exposed to styles, techniques and art forms, the better that individual’s unique tastes are refined. People learn what they like, often by realizing what they don’t.

There’s a particular section in the Southland where art-seekers visit to refine their appreciation for creative skill. The “Downtown Los Angeles Arts District” is rapidly expanding into a community where creative types go for inspiration and where they take their work to inspire others. You can read about this emerging area on page 68.

This, our Arts and Culture issue, also features other creative outlets in Southern California such as the Santa Ana Arts Walk. We also highlight Jonathan Cain, a musical artist and co-writer of some of Journey’s most popular songs, and Danielle Herrington, the 2018 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition cover model, a wonderful woman and a flawless subject in photographic arts.

We hope you enjoy this art edition and invite you to follow us on all our social media platforms as we continue our spotlight on Southern California’s unique art and culture.

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AMUSEMENT PARK AGENCY CELEBRATES THREE DECADES Ad agency formerly known as DGWB fêtes its 30th by shining the light on homeless issues in its hometown with message of “Love Thy Neighbor (hood).” An integral part of Santa Ana’s Artists Village since 1999, the agency has developed a strong collaborative relationship with its hometown city. Instead of focusing on itself during its 30th year, agency partners are spotlighting FACES OF SANTA ANA, an arts-based nonprofit honoring Santa Ana’s homeless population.

Brian Peterson, an automotive designer at Kia Motors, founded the organization after meeting a homeless neighbor and asking to paint his portrait. It was then he discovered the impact that art and creativity, especially in the form of a portrait, can have in restoring hope.

Peterson has since recruited other local artists to join the effort, depositing money into a personal “love account” to cover participants’ miscellaneous living and job-training expenses. He has also raised money to provide wheelchairs and other resources for residents in need, led a FACES OF SANTA ANA oil-paining class at Santa Ana High School and completed a 300-square-foot mural on the side of a new permanent shelter that houses several residents honored by his program. ❖

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Amusement Park’s Partner and Chief Executive Officer JIMMY SMITH with wife SMOKE ; Amusement Park’s Partner and President ED COLLINS , VANESSA and BRIAN PETERSON of Faces of Santa Ana; Amusement Park’s Partner and CEO MIKE WEISMAN ; BRIAN PETERSON and wife VANESSA . BRIAN is the artist and founder of Faces of Santa Ana; Amusement Park’s Partner and CEO MIKE WEISMAN and Partner and Executive Creative Director Jon GOTHOLD ; Two Amusement Park employees viewing the timeline of the agency’s 30-year history

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LEO CARRILLO RANCH THE LEGACY OF A BELOVED ACTOR LIVES ON IN THE RUSTIC GETAWAY HE CREATED MORE THAN SEVEN DECADES AGO BY

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TODAY, THE SWEEPING RANCHO THAT ONCE BELONGED

to preservationist and Hollywood actor Leo Carrillo is a hub for art, nature conservation and numerous community enrichment programs. It’s a tranquil oasis where visitors can experience an historic, Spanish Colonial home on 27 acres filled with indigenous vegetation; a place where peacocks — descendants of the original lineage — roam freely just as they did nearly a century ago. City of Carlsbad Historic Sites Manager Mick Calarco, says, “It’s really an incredible place. You can come for picnics and guided tours where we highlight the many plants, landscaping and architecture. Leo Carrillo loved California and when people come to the ranch, it’s very evident what his passion was and what he was trying to create, even all of these years later.”

Born into a prominent Spanish Castilian family in 1881, Leopoldo Antonio Carrillo would begin his life in Los Angeles on the Pueblo — known today as the birthplace of L.A. — and make an indelible mark on Southern California, Hollywood and ultimately the entire country. His mother, Fransisca Bolden Carrillo, was one of three sisters who would make by hand California’s first American flag. His father, Juan J. Carrillo, would set in place the earliest foundations of the city of Santa Monica. The elder Carrillo was also the first judge, mayor and city trustee of Santa Monica as well as Los Angeles’ first chief of police. And his parents weren’t the only ones who’d held prominent positions. Leo’s great-great grandfather, Jose Raimundo Carrillo, a captain in the Spanish Portola, became the Presidio (mayor) of San Diego in the 1700s. His marriage to Tomasa Ignacia Lugo was even performed by fellow Spaniard and founder of San Diego, Father Junipero Serra, in 1781. Leo would come by his spirit of leadership and activism effortlessly and at the same time, develop a love of the American West.

“Growing up, Leo spent a lot of time on his uncle’s rancho.

He idolized the lives of the caballeros and cowboys of his youth; Leo had romanticized these ideas as a child and wanted to recreate them as an adult,” says Calarco. H

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...CISCO AND PANCHO REALLY BROKE OUT OF THOSE STEREOTYPES FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER. BY PLAYING THE GOOD GUYS, IT CHANGED THE PUBLIC’S PERCEPTION. THEY BECAME HEROES. Carrillo would eventually find the perfect way to reconstruct the ideal life he’d known as a boy on an old adobe farmstead in San Diego. “Leo had an extremely successful career in Hollywood, but one that was also very demanding. So he was looking for a place — a second home — to serve as a getaway from his busy life as an actor,” Calarco says.

Carrillo would purchase a deserted homestead called Rancho Agua Hedionda, which had belonged to Matthew Kelly, one of the founders of Carlsbad. “He arrives in Carlsbad in 1937 and buys several hundred acres of that rancho. There wasn’t much here at the time except for an adobe, which was in ruins on the property,” says Calarco.

Carrillo loved his new retreat and would immediately set about perfecting it.

“Many people think all of the buildings there today are from the 18th century. While they are extremely old, this is not the case.

Leo preserved the original 1800s adobe and renamed it Rancho de los Kiotes. He would renovate that existing building, plus build new ones, staying true to the period by designing structures that took after the original one. Carrillo would also build stables for his family’s many horses, along with numerous other stucco and wood-frame buildings,” he says.

Carrillo felt it was extremely important to make use of what was there structure-wise, as well as make the most of nature, integrating living space with the environment.

t With its picturesque, 1.5 mile stretch of beach, Malibu’s Leo Carrillo State Park is one of Southern California’s most soughtafter destinations for everything from camping, surfing and swimming to surffishing and back-country hiking. Its many coastal caves, tide pools and reefs make it a perfect spot for exploring sea life.

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“Leo was focused on conservation and preservation. It was something that was very meaningful to him. He would spend 20 years serving on the California State Beaches and Parks Commission. In 1959, Carrillo was featured on the television show ‘This is Your Life’. Will Rogers, a close friend of Carrillo’s also on the commission, appeared on that episode. Rogers dedicated an entire coastline to be named after his friend — Malibu’s Leo Carrillo State Beach — in honor of the work he’d done,” says Calarco.

Just as his parents and great-grandparents before him had done, Leo Carrillo had made a difference during the course of his life by helping to preserve many of the aspects (such as ocean, plant and wildlife) which to this day, make Southern California a place that’s unlike any other; and the actor would make a difference in another area as well.

“Leo Carrillo had more than 90 motion pictures to his credit, from silent films on. He was very popular and loved by many for the roles he played. He’d originally gotten his start doing Vaudeville, then went to work for Sam Warner doing movies. He was a huge hit from the start. Out of all his characters, probably the one that remains the most well-known was his role as Pancho in the ‘Cisco Kid’. The series filmed from 1950 until 1956, and they made more than 156 episodes during that time. Carrillo’s character was the sidekick of ‘Kid’ who was played by Duncan Renaldo. Both men wanted people to think differently about Spanish-speaking actors. They were aware of the public’s opinion in terms of how they’d been portrayed up until that time, and wanted to change that mindset. Previously the roles were always that of Banditos — the bad guys; Cisco and Pancho really broke out of those stereotypes for the first time ever. By playing the good guys, it changed the public’s perception. They became heroes,” he says.

Today, Carrillo’s legacy remains strongly intact. His “Pancho” character is among the most groundbreaking and memorable in television history and his rancho is still very much alive with the spirit of pride and leadership that he was known for.

Calarco says, “The feeling of what he set out to create has lasted all of these years. You can truly feel what life was like during the time he and his family lived here; it really is like stepping back in time. His legacy is still very much alive.” ❖

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ENCHANTING ESCAPES

Artsy

BOUTIQUE ESCAPES SOCAL-STYLE BY

LINDA LANG

THERE ARE MEGA-RESORTS, LARGE AND MEDIUM-SIZED

luxury hotels, and then there are small boutiques and B&Bs. All can be five-star and offer a complete menu of luxurious perks. While the larger properties are often part of a top-name chain with a long list of amenities, most boutiques are individually-owned and, due to the smaller number of guests, are able to connect with you more personally, more quickly. The dĂŠcor is decidedly individual, usually reflecting the area's historical ambience blended with the decorative ideas of the owners and their professional designers.

As this issue is dedicated to things artistic, we decided to check out some of SoCal's artsy boutique properties and discovered a considerable selection of excellent, individuallydesigned smaller hotels providing distinctive character, laid-back sophistication and all the amenities required to make your getaway totally terrific. H

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COURTESY OF CASA LAGUNA HOTEL & SPA

Moroccan tile enriches the lobby ambiance at Casa Laguna.

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By the Beach in SANTA BARBARA

The pool offers panoramic vistas in every direction; Guests are greeted with stylish artistic warmth; The dramatic décor of the spa is exceptional; The bar is a popular gathering spot for locals and visitors; Every room has its own décor; The hotel integrates the building's original 1925 façade.

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t On State Street overlooking the Pacific is HOTEL CALIFORNIAN, a unique mix of Spanish Colonial Revival architecture with a modern Moorish interior décor and furnishings created by celebrity designer Martyn Lawrence Bullard. Integrating the façade of the original 1925 building, the 121-room boutique property is just steps from the beach, a block from the Amtrak Station and is adjacent to Santa Barbara’s trendy Funk Zone. From its rooftop pool and large deck, guests can enjoy splendid coastline panoramas and haunting visions of the Santa Ynez Mountains rising in the distance.

On Travel + Leisure's The It List 2018, the hotel's stylish rooms in modern Moroccan décor are furnished with every amenity including high-def TVs, Nespresso coffee makers, premium cocktail carts, gourmet snacks, and more. Goat Tree, its casual café, features a full breakfast menu, fresh pastries and baked goods, and seasonally curated picnic baskets. Blackbird, the hotel's signature restaurant, offers haute Mediterranean-style cuisine incorporating locally-sourced seasonal ingredients. Other amenities include Majorelle, a striking Moroccan-style spa with traditional Moorish tile, windows, and doorways designed to soothe, enlighten and revitalize.

From here, you can explore the vibrant Funk Zone with its many artsy shops, galleries, boutiques, restaurants, wine tasting rooms, graffiti murals and outdoor contemporary art. Boating and all waterfront activities are also nearby and, of course, Santa Barbara's extensive offering of area vineyard wine tours and entertainment options are at your fingertips. thehotelcalifornian.com | 805.882.0100 H

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New lobby; Breva is one of the hotel's newly redone restaurants; Casablanca is one of seven signature suites; The hallway from the lobby to the pool displays prints by L.A. Chicano photographer Estevan Oriol; Hotel Figueroa reopened in February following after a nearly two-and-half-year renovation.

Hotel Figueroa in DTLA Not since the golden age of the 1920s has Downtown Los Angeles (DTLA) experienced such a dynamic renaissance. Near Staples Center, Microsoft Theater, Orpheum Theatre, The Grammy Museum, and surrounded by art galleries, shops and some 700 restaurants, HOTEL FIGUEROA is enjoying its own rebirth.

Another Moroccan-themed Spanish Colonial originally built in 1926 as an exclusive hotel for women, Hotel Figueroa recently completed a two-year restoration reclaiming its colorful legacy. A member of The Leading Hotels of the World, Ltd., its 14-storeys house 268 rooms and suites, coffin-shaped pool in a botanical setting, two restaurants imagined by James Beard Award nominee Chef Casey Lane, and three bars Ěś Bar Figueroa, Rick's, and reservations-only Bar Alta Ěś all headed by award-winning craft cocktail pioneer Dushan Zaric.

Each room and suite has its own personality. Wide plank hardwood floors, plaster walls, steel and brushed brass bathroom fittings, and custom tile pay tribute to the hotel's Spanish origins. Relaxing yet refined, guests enjoy from 356 to 870 square feet with some offering the choice of a large living area with luxurious sofa and mosaic tile coffee tables, a balcony or terrace. Spacious bedrooms featuring raw-edge leather headboards are accented by contemporary lighting and local artwork. Other amenities include a 48-inch TV, in-room iPad, Vittoria Espresso maker, mini-bar and snacks. hotelfigueroa.com | 877.724.1973 H

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HERE, EVERY PLACE WILL BECOME

Y O U R N E W FAV O R I T E P L A C E .

LANA‘I BY FOUR SEASONS On an island of contrasts, you’ll find a world beyond compare.

Contact your Smart Flyer Travel Advisor to book your stay at Four Seasons Resort Lana‘i: Newport@Smartflyer.com

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LAGUNA BEACH

COURTESY OF CASA LAGUNA HOTEL & SPA

t Perched high above the Pacific is CASA LAGUNA, one of Laguna Beach's most beautiful historic gems. Dating back to the early 1900s, the hotel's Mission-style buildings were updated frequently during several ownerships, but it wasn't until 1946 that it debuted as Casa Laguna.

In 1977, the hotel was converted into a B&B and, in 2000, the buildings were restored to their original Mission-style and Casa Laguna was named a “Registered Historic Structure” by the City of Laguna Beach. In 2014, it was purchased by a PRG partnership that restored the Spanish Colonial architecture and redesigned the inn as a luxury boutique hotel. Designer Martyn Lawrence Bullard oversaw an extensive restoration of the 23 guest rooms and lobby and in April 2016, the hotel reopened with Moorish tiles and ceramics complementing custom fabric prints and an eclectic array of furnishings. The striking spa features indoor and outdoor services, and in addition to a spa menu, Casa Laguna offers a daily complimentary continental breakfast featuring homemade breads and pastries, muffins, and quiches.

There's no better time for art aficionados to visit Laguna Beach than during the summer's Festival of the Arts and its internationally-renowned Pageant of the Masters July 5 – September 1. The town is alive with visitors perusing the shops and galleries, meeting with artists, and recapping the day over music in the patios of the wide variety of excellent restaurants, watching blazing sunsets slip into the sea. casalaguna.com | 949.494.2996 H

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own décor; Simple touches can be useful as well as decorative; Guests enjoy a tranquil pool area amid lush gardens overlooking the Pacific; All bathrooms have been redesigned with creative touches; The grounds are designed to complement the Spanish Mission architecture; The spacious suites feature every amenity.

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Whimsical Holiday in PALM SPRINGS

COURTESY OF HOLIDAY HOUSE PALM SPRINGS

t In downtown Palm Springs is HOLIDAY HOUSE PALM SPRINGS, a 28-room, adults-only boutique hotel designed by renowned architect Herbert W. Burns, a leading influencer in creating the iconic Palm Springs mid-century modern style. When Holiday House opened in 1951, it was known as the newest luxury hotel in Palm Springs and for years catered to an exclusive clientele.

After numerous ownership changes, Holiday House Palm Springs re-opened in 2017 after being reconceived by a team headed noted interior designer Mark D. Sikes. Today, the property embodies its original spirit with mid-century-inspired elements accented by whimsical touches. Throughout are various works of art including some by David Hockney, Roy Liechtenstein, Herb Ritts, Alex Katz and Mr. Brainwash, and a garden sculpture by Donald Sultan.

To encourage the communal environment, there's a lovely pool, shuffleboard court and lots of outdoor seating. None of the guest rooms have TVs or phones. Each is limited to two guests and has been totally redone with oversized showers, custom textiles, curated art collection, and extensive mini bar. The Pantry, open daily from 11 am – 4 pm, features simple breakfast, lunch and brunch menus. The bar remains open until 11 pm nightly. holidayhouseps.com | 760.320.8866 ❖

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embraces every room element; Art collections include works by David Hockney, Roy Liechtenstein, Herb Ritts, Alex Katz and Mr. Brainwash; Small kitchen nooks are as artistic as useful; Each guestroom has its own furnishings and décor; Blue tones create a dramatic theme throughout the interior and exterior; The signed sculpture, Big Red Poppies, by Donald Sultan was added in 2016; The pool is a popular area for socializing with other guests.

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SPOTLIGHTING

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THE SPLENDOR OF

SANTA ANA BY

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SANTA ANA DOESN’T GET ENOUGH LOVE. WHEN PEOPLE THINK

about a city in Southern California to tour, few realize the fact that from the standpoint of the number of attractions that can be found per each of the city’s 27.5 square miles, Santa Ana is whoppingly the fifth densest in the United States. It's an amazing statistic that will only become more impressive as Santa Ana continues to prove itself as a hub and destination for the arts, food, places to shop, and things to look out for. With the city’s 150th anniversary in 2019, Santa Ana is destined to claim its dominance in the pantheon of Southern California’s most visited cities by paying homage to its historic past while strengthening the infrastructure of its future. H

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Market; Artists Village - Gypsy Den Cafe; Artists Village - Wings of the City Sculpture by Artist Jorge Marin; Ember BBQ (4th Street)

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The Arts Historically, Santa Ana has always been enriched, pulled forward by the diversity of what it proudly represents. Since 1913, for instance, the Yost Theater on Spurgeon St. has pushed the boundaries of cutting-edge and culturally-relevant entertainment beginning with vaudeville and silent film, to Mexican cinema, and now state-of-the-art concert events.

Today, tourists can also visit the Bowers Museum on Main St., which was built in 1936, and enjoy 100,000 examples of Mesoamerican, Native American, Asian, and African art. For those with a love of science, Discovery Cube Orange County – also on Main St. – will strike awe with its solar-cubic design and 100 enlightening exhibits housed inside. Moreover, individuals who enjoy outside-the-box art displays will feel at home at the Orange County Center for Contemporary Art (on Sycamore Street), and those with an affinity for musical instruments and memorabilia will have a blast at the Rock and Roll Emporium on Warner Avenue. Truth be told, because there are so many sites to check out, it’s recommended that one join thousands the of Santa Ana’s residents for their communal march to discover and celebrate art – on the first Saturday of each month – during the downtown art walks.

It should be no surprise that much of Santa Ana’s artistic renaissance and 60 art galleries are being fueled by a successful partnership with the youth enrolled at its educational institutions such as the CSUF Grand Central Arts Center and Orange County School of the Arts. Through increased funding, young adults now have several outlets to express their creativity and add to Santa Ana’s burgeoning appeal in the arts.

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Food One would be hard-pressed to find a single restaurant among the 490 in Santa Ana that is indisputably bad. Undoubtedly, food is something that the population of the eleventh largest city in California takes very seriously. No matter what type of criteria is applied – whether it be innovation, variety, taste, presentation, or even affordability – there is an array of options from which to choose. If innovation is what is being sought, then the 4th Street Market with its myriad of food stalls, one of which is the FoodBeast Kitchen Studio inspired by the juggernaut online blog, would be a superb choice. If variety is a consideration, there's the Gypsy Den Café (coffee/vegetarian), Irenia (Filipino), C4 Deli on Broadway, Lola Gaspar (Spanish) on 2nd Street, Ninjas with Appetite (Asian fusion), Mil Juegos (Venezuelan) on West 5th, and Cancun Juice (smoothies/tortas) on Bristol Street.

On the other hand, if a delicious drink is on the agenda, there are various gastropubs to be explored to your heart’s content. Select ones include the Playground (4th Street) led by the Season 2 winner of “The Great Food Truck Race,” as well as Chapter One: The Modern Local (Broadway), a former book store that is now known its atmospheric vibe.

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At age 12, Hayley joined Great Strides. She raised $3,000. Since then, she and her team have raised over $60,000 to help children, teens, and adults fight the country’s most common genetic disease.

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Places to Shop Built in 1958, MainPlace Mall on Main St. has revamped its 1.1 million square-footage and adapted itself to a changing marketplace that demands more than just the usual fare. You'll also find some eccentric spots like Xtreme Boardshop for snow and skateboarding enthusiasts and Melissa Bleu, an affordable casual boutique for women known for its cute designs.

There are, assuredly, one-of-a-kind shops which can be found on 4th Street. Two of them, Blends and RIF.OC, are known for their swanky athletic attire and shoes. Not unlike Santa Monica or San Francisco, Santa Ana is gradually but surely earning the distinction of being both inclusive and exclusive, where like-minded people can enjoy special things.

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Things to Look Forward to As Santa Ana’s tourism industry grows, so does its number of residents who share in experiencing a city with a developing and exciting urbanism. In just the last few years, video-gamers and event-goers have been afforded the opportunity to congregate inside the Esports Arena on 5th Street. Looking ahead, plans to erect a 493-foot office building in One Broadway Plaza making it the tallest in the county, and transformation of the former Orange County Register site into a commercial/hotel/recreational epicenter are just a couple of examples of Santa Ana’s expansion. In conjunction, leaders of the Economic Development Council of the Santa Ana Chamber of Commerce are also spearheading residential projects that will nicely coincide with the 2020-slated OC Streetcar rail line that will run through Santa Ana and Garden Grove.

Certainly, there is a unity founded on the diversity of arts, culture, food, and urbanism in Santa Ana that is uniquely interconnected and worthy of well-deserved attention in Southern California and the rest of the country. For more information, visit santaanachamber.com. ❖

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OUE Skyspace's two open-air observation decks are the highest in California.

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occupies four floors of the second tallest building west of the Mississippi, and in 2016 it finally gave Los Angeles an observation deck to rival those of New York and Chicago.

It's OUE Skyspace LA, one of Southern California's most breathtaking attractions situated nearly 1,000 feet above street level in the U.S. Bank Building at 633 W. 5th Street in downtown Los Angeles.

Owned since 2013 by Singapore-based Overseas Union Enterprise Ltd. (OUE), it is currently the 13th tallest building in the U.S. and first North American venture for OUE. OUE Skyspace LA opened in June 2016 to provide unprecedented, unobstructed 360-degree views of the fast-changing Downtown L.A. skyline and surrounding communities stretching to the horizon in every direction. Its two open-air observation decks, totaling 2,500 square feet on the 69th floor, are the highest in California. H

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Adults and kids are captivated by the interactive technology.

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You can start your Skyspace adventure on the second floor of the U.S. Bank Tower.

Upon entering, you are immediately immersed in contemporary music and wallmounted light monitors before being sped by elevator up to the 54th floor. There, you are encircled by a 360-degree virtual topography wall with spectacular video highlighting various points of interest around Los Angeles.

Adults as well as kids will find themselves fascinated by the shadow wall that reflects their own body movements through interactive technology. And don’t forget to stop by the illusory infinity mirror on the floor that appears to penetrate hundreds of feet straight down through the center of the building.

After exploring all the interactive experiences on the 54th floor, continue by elevator to the 70th floor where you are arrive nearly 1,000 feet above the city. The observation space is on both the 69th and 70th floors where, on a clear day, the 360-degree views extend up to 34 miles. The two outdoor observation decks on the 69th floor are also equipped with seating and free telescopes of varying heights including some for the younger visitors.

For the ultimate thrill, envision stepping off the 70th floor into an enclosed all-glass tubular slide affixed to the outside of the tower and sitting on a special mat that speeds you down 45 feet to the 69th floor with nothing but 1.25-inch thick clear glass between you, the breathtaking panoramas and street activity some 1,000 ft. below. It is called Skyslide and once inside Skyspace, you can purchase as many Skyslide rides as you wish for those of ages five years and up.

OUE Skyspace and Skyslide are already a DTLA (Downtown Los Angeles) must for locals and tourists from around the globe.

Daytrippers can take the train to Union Station and use various types of city transportation or park their own cars in one of the nearby lots such as Westlawn Parking at 524 West Flower. For those on a tight schedule, the OUE building has many local food options including sandwiches, wraps, snacks along with bottled and canned beverages on the observation levels.

YOGA IN THE SKY WITH SKYSLIDES Yoga is a popular ongoing activity open to the public and available at Skyspace. Outside instructors specialize in creating the perfect Zen, exercising to music that compliments the class and generally hold their classes between the enclosed private event space on the 70th floor and on one of the terraces.

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sunrise or sunset, and include Skyslide rides and other perks such as mimosas, goodies from sponsors and more. For the current schedule of classes, go to oue-skyspace.com/enhance-your-visit.

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The illusory infinity mirror appears to penetrate hundreds of feet down through the center of the building; The decks provide an exceptional setting for weddings and other celebrations; Private events can include outdoor dining at nearly 1,000 above the city; Skyspace's newly-built kitchen allows vendors to create innovative menus; The interior is also set up for bands and other entertainment; Skyspace provides unobstructed 360-degree views of the fast-changing Downtown L.A. skyline and surrounding communities; Popular sunrise and sunset Yoga classes by independent instructors are open to the public; Skyspace can accommodate up to 800 guests.

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OUE Skyspace LA is also a spectacular setting for private custom events such as weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, school proms, bar and bat mitzvahs as well as networking events, banquets, corporate meetings and other functions. You can rent a 3,400-square foot portion of the 70th floor that accommodates up to 300 standing guests, 150 seated or 120 theatre-style in a totally sectioned-off private setting. The rest of the floor remains open to the public. For larger events, there is the option of using the entire attraction during a full buy-out, and having Skyspace closed to the public, giving you and your guests full and exclusive access to the 2nd, 54th, 69th, and 70th floors including both outdoor terraces, unlimited use of the Skyslide, and accommodates 800 standing or 400 seated guests.

The creative in-house events team assists you with aligning preferred vendors and bringing to life the ideas you envision in table dĂŠcor, floral design, seating, bar set-ups, and equipment rentals including projectors, microphones, a DJ-ready sound system, monitors and green screens for event branding and more. The newly-built kitchen allows vendors of all range to create innovative and traditional menus to provide everything from light reception fare to exquisite sit-down formal dinners. And, of course, valet parking can be included.

With security now an underlying concern at all attractions, the entire staff of OUE Skyspace LA ambassadors undergo a thorough background check, and all guests are screened at a security checkpoint prior to entering.

For general information about OUE Skyspace LA and the Skyslide, go to OUE-Skyspace.com. For details on hosting events, be sure to visit OUE-Skyspace.com/events or call (213) 894-9000. â?–

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Welcome to Pendry San Diego.

Introducing the new brand from Montage International • Located in the heart of the Historic Gaslamp Quarter • 317 rooms including 36 suites • Over 35,000 square feet of meeting and event space • Three blocks to Convention Center • Two blocks to Petco Park, home of San Diego Padres • 4 miles to SAN Airport • 1.5 miles to cruise ship terminal

DINING AND ENTERTAINMENT • Lionfish, Modern Coastal Cuisine • Fifth & Rose Lobby Lounge • Provisional Mercantile, Kitchen and Café • Oxford Social Club • The Pool House • Nason's Beer Hall

AMENITIES • 24 hour Room Service • Fully Stocked Mini Bar • Spa Pendry featuring indoor and outdoor treatments • State-of-the-art fitness center and wellness programs • Rooftop pool and luxury cabanas • Pet Friendly • In close proximity to Balboa Park, Seaworld and San Diego Zoo • Outdoor activities including surfing, sailing and biking • Luxury linens and nightly turn down

Pendry San Diego 550 J Street San Diego, CA 92101 619.738.7000 pendryhotels.com Contact Your Smart Flyer Travel Advisor to book your stay at the Pendry: Newport@Smartflyer.com

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“WHAT’S IT ALL ABOUT, ALFIE?” IS THE BURT BACHARACH TITLE

song from a 1966 movie of the same name. “Is it just for the moment we live? I know there’s something more.” These words about love and life inspired me to think about volunteering and being of service. H

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Each of us wants our life to have meaning. Using and sharing our individual gifts gives our life purpose and by being of service and volunteering, we can make a difference.

Volunteering is a win-win proposition because both individuals and/or organizations benefit. You have no doubt heard that it is better to give than to receive. Why?

1 / A sense of purpose and

fulfillment builds feelings of self-worth and self-confidence based on shared interest and commitment with others, especially when advancing a worthy purpose or goal.

2 / Social interaction and

connection are significant factors when creating a good quality of life and health. Working with others in service of a common goal is a great way to reduce stress and make friends.

3 / Staying physically and

mentally active actually increases our overall health and brain function. By giving to others through our connection, service and commitment we are investing in our own lives just as much as we are serving the individuals and causes that we support.

4 / Volunteering develops

perspective and builds character for students by broadening their horizons and experience in addition to acquiring important social and life skills.

5 / The ability to interact

with and learn from people from different walks of life enhances the quality of our own life, in addition to expanding the scope of our awareness, experience and community.

“When you learn, teach. When you get, give.”

[Maya Angelou]

6 / Volunteering may help us to reduce stress or minimize personal challenges by giving our life new meaning, perspective and a sense of purpose.

7 / The desire to be part of

something greater than ourselves is strong among many of us. Being of service and volunteering often provides us with a sense of belonging to and a strengthening of community which also expands our social network.

8 / Self-confidence and

self-respect increase as we recognize the positive impact we have on others and that we are truly making a difference, whether it be large or small.

9 / Most of us want our lives to matter, to leave a positive legacy — to know that we have made a difference in some way to some individuals or causes.

Volunteering and becoming an agent of change provides many opportunities to enhance the quality of our own lives as well as the lives of others.

10 / Consider whether

volunteering or being of service would contribute something meaningful to your life.

Ask yourself what you’d like to learn or accomplish from volunteering. Take stock of your passion, skills and interests. Be realistic and wise about your current life circumstances including family, work, time and physical ability. Investigate the situation, people involved and expectations before your commit in order to create a meaningful and joyful experience. ❖

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SAVE A LIFE. ADOPT. If you can’t adopt FOSTER. If you can’t foster SPONSOR. If you can’t sponsor VOLUNTEER. If you can’t volunteer DONATE. If you can’t donate EDUCATE.

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WHCC is conveniently located just minutes from Los Angeles, northern Los Angeles County and east Ventura County. WHCC is a private equity club with a golf course designed by the renowned architect William “Billy” Bell Sr. in 1925 at the height of the “Golden Age of Golf Course Architecture.” A fun and challenging layout, WHCC is known for its quick rounds, fast greens, majestic oak-tree lined fairways and a membership that is friendly and welcoming to all.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR: THE 2018 Invitational will take place October 29, 2018. This event has become one of the most popular non-professional golf events in the US. The time is now to inquire about playing spots, sponsorships; any sort of involvement – on all levels. Although we have sold many of our spots already, WE HAVE DECIDED TO ADD MORE, so please contact us directly before it’s too late.

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PIZZA CAN CREATE INFINITE POSSIBILITIES WITH THE VARIETY OF TOPPINGS AND SAUCES.

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Jon & Vinny’s Italian 412 North Fairfax Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90036 (323) 334-3369

El Chaparrito

homemade chorizo, asiago, cilantro, red onion, crema and oregano. Jon & Vinny’s Italian pizzas will make you say, “Why didn’t I put this on my pizza before?”

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The Privateer Coal Fire Pizza 1706 South Coast Highway Oceanside, CA 92054 (760) 453-2500

t The Privateer Coal Fire Pizza is one of the only gourmet pizza restaurants in Southern California that has a 100% coal-fired oven with no gas. Their Neapolitan-style pizza is ready in just under four minutes. All of their recipes include fresh ingredients from Cyclops Farm, which is less than a mile away from the restaurant. There are many pizzas on the menu presenting this fresh taste including Captain Fin Pie which has potato, provolone, bacon and white clam sauce. They don’t consider being a cookie-cutter pizza restaurant, and their delicious pizza toppings will show you why.

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Abbot’s Pizza Company

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Venice, CA 90291 (310) 396-7334 t Abbot’s Pizza Company has been around for two decades and are always looking how to please their customers. Their pizza ranges from thin crust peperoni and cheese to their gourmet goat cheese with portabella mushrooms in a homemade alfredo sauce.

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salad pizza which comes with a thin layer or sour cream, chopped salad, a homemade lemon olive oil dressing and a layer of California avocados.

You won’t know what to choose with their wide range of sauces and even five different bagel crusts. Abbot’s Pizza Company is a very friendly neighborhood environment that is serving the community one pizza at a time.

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t What screams L.A. more than a pizza with kale on it? Jon & Vinny’s Italian is putting their own flavors into their pizzas and have really made a name for them. A pizza called Flower Child has local crescenza (Italian cow's milk cheese), nasturtium flowers, olive oil and sea salt. But if you’re not ready to eat flowers on your pizza just yet, there is also one called El Chaparrito that has

Olio Pizzeria

11 West Victoria Street, Suite 21 Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (805) 899-2699 t Where taste and pleasure meet, Olio Pizzeria is serving authentic Neapolitan-style pizza that is moist in the center and meant to be eaten with a fork and knife like it is done in Italy.

Of course, if you like it a little more well-done, they have no problem with that. Olio Pizzeria brings the classic Italian style back into pizza including a calamari, shrimp and clams pizza all in one! Then, there's the umbra pizza that includes cremini mushrooms, robiola cheese and Umbrian black truffles.

With a full bar and casual feel, Olio Pizzeria takes many inspirations from all of Italy’s regions. ❖

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Danielle Herrington

Model

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who cemented her legacy in the modeling world after being selected as the cover model for the 2018 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. Only a year after her first big break as part of the SI Swim Rookie Class, Danielle Herrington has taken the industry by storm.

In an Instagram video posted by Sports Illustrated, Herrington was surprised with a face-to-face meeting with her idol, Tyra Banks, who revealed to her that she had landed the iconic SI Swimsuit Issue cover.

“I honestly thought we were crashing her set” says Herrington. “She revealed it and for a moment, I wasn’t even looking at the cover; I was just looking at Tyra like ‘Oh my God! This is my idol.’”

Herrington’s SI cover puts her in rarified air. She is the third African-American woman to be featured on the cover of the legendary magazine, following Beyonce Knowles Carter and Banks. She says hearing her name along with two of her biggest idols makes her stomach drop.

“Basically, it just tells girls or anyone that literally anything is possible and that we are seeing a change in this industry in terms of body type, color, race, all of that... I’m so happy to be a part of this magazine which celebrates the differences,” says Herrington.

From crazy schedules to workouts to travel, the life of a model can have its ups-and-downs. Herrington says there are a lot of aspects of the modeling life that most people wouldn’t expect.

“People think it’s glitz and glamour, but there’s a lot of work behind the scenes,” she says. “[They] just see the jobs that you get, but they don’t see all the years of rejection.”

Despite her huge successes, Herrington isn’t ready to rest on her laurels yet. The coming year will be packed with new projects, shows, and shoots. Sports Illustrated will soon be releasing a behind-the-scenes look at Herrington’s rise to stardom. “You get to follow me and my world and see a behind-

While it may seem like a whirlwind career, Herrington has been modeling for most of her life. “I was really young, about 8 years old, when I wanted to start modeling,” says Herrington. She spent years watching Victoria’s Secret Fashion Shows and thumbing through fashion magazines inspired by iconic models like Tyra Banks, Naomi Campbell, and Kate Moss.

Though she currently resides in New York, Herrington is originally from Compton, California. She recalls going to auditions and castings in Beverly Hills and seeing people’s reactions when she said where she was from. Herrington explains, “I was always kind of embarrassed about it, and then it came a point to where I just wanted to be proud of where I was from. You can come from Compton and still become a model and be whatever you want to be.”

After her move to New York, Herrington’s career skyrocketed, landing a spot in the SI Swimsuit Rookie Class.

She remembers being shy at the time and feeling “stage fright and like my knees were shaking… I was putting too much pressure on myself.” Unbeknownst to her, this shoot would be the start of a journey that would land her one of the most coveted features in modeling.

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(SI was with Danielle the day her cover was revealed, and their cameras captured the whirlwind journey as she became SI Swimsuit’s newest superstar. Stay tuned to Sports Illustrated TV (SI TV) on Amazon Channels to see more.)

Herrington’s new celebrity status has also allowed her to shift her focus outward. “This cover has obviously catapulted into the public eye, so I knew I wanted to give back,” says Herrington. She is the official Celebrity Ambassador for A Place Called Home's 12th Annual Stars & Strikes Celebrity Bowling Event, which raises funds and awareness for free

programs in education, the arts, athletics, and vocational preparation for youth in South Central Los Angeles.

Now in the midst of her new-found prominence, Herrington is trying to take everything in and enjoy the moment. She explains, “This industry is not easy to be in because you’re being judged your whole career. You really have to be mentally strong and face a lot of rejection, but if you want it bad enough, then you'll keep going, keep working for it, and keep striving for success.”

Expect to see a lot more from this young superstar — she’s not slowing down any time soon. ❖

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o the world, the title “Don’t Stop Believin’” conjures up one of the greatest rock anthems ever recorded. For Jonathan Cain, a co-writer of the Journey song, it means so much more.

They are the words of encouragement his father repeated to him so many times that they became the inspiration for a song he brought to writing partner Steve Perry.

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It is also the title of his new memoir – an honest, revealing look at a man who has grappled with his faith, his marital faithfulness, two failed marriages, and the relationship with his children while being in a worldfamous band.

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JANET MACOSKA

“I was surrounded and smothered with all the love.

I had all these godparents that took me in and loved me, I had an auntie that loved me. I had the deli guy downstairs who loved me.

Life was pretty great – I was a kid growing up in a candy store.”

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You’re a rocker. Go meet them.’ I couldn’t say no to him.” If he hadn’t gone to that audition…

He got the gig, they toured with Journey and the rest is history. Cain has gone on to write such iconic songs as “Open Arms,” “Faithfully” and “Who’s Crying Now.”

“I was surrounded and smothered with all the love,” Cain recalls. “I had all these godparents that took me in and loved me, I had an auntie that loved me. I had the deli guy downstairs who loved me. Life was pretty great – I was a kid growing up in a candy store. And I loved Jesus.

I’ve got this church and these great priests.”

Cain wanted to be a priest until the tragedy. He became disillusioned with the lack of transparency.

“They (the church) wanted to sweep it under the rug,” Cain says. “We weren’t allowed to talk about it.”

He felt grateful to be alive and music provided a balm. “Out of the ashes comes a determination, comes a new birth,” he says. “Out of any pain you have a chance to be reborn. That determined me to maybe over achieve.

I had to run away from it; I had to run fast. In therapy I still shed a tear over it.”

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ne of his proudest moments was in 2017 when Journey was awarded the Music Hall of Fame. “The Hall of Fame is such an honor.

It’s almost like a dream. 'Is it possible that we can even get there' was a question in my mind.

It’s a neat thing that the fans voted. It’s an acknowledgement of all the years that you try to make a difference with the music in people’s lives. We were the most voted band that year. And to stand on that stage with Steve Perry, looking at an era gone by… That Steve Perry era was truly six years of supernatural songwriting and

“...he was knocked

down multiple times – told he couldn’t sing, couldn’t write, but he kept getting up and figured out that co-writing was what he was good at when he wrote with Robbie Patton who told him to try out for The Babys.” fellowship, brotherhood and pure art and craft – pushing each other to be the best. Everything that Steve and I and the band shared those six years was pretty magical.”

Now living in Orlando with his third wife, Minister Paula White, Cain is still touring with Journey, maintains his studio in Nashville, records Christian music and is on a path to self-awareness. Writing the book gave him insight. He realized some of the patterns he had fallen into were detrimental to the man he was, he says.

He began to live a double life.

Meeting White, therapy, counseling with his children and letters to his father who is now gone all help him strive to be closer to “the guy my father raised,” Cain says. ❖

He vowed to succeed in music. His father pushed him toward the passion of music which his son had always been good at.

Cain says a big theme in the book is “you’re not always who they say you are. There’s only one person who knows who you are and that’s the Good Lord.”

He says he was knocked down multiple times – told he couldn’t sing, couldn’t write, but he kept getting up and figured out that co-writing was what he was good at when he wrote with Robbie Patton who told him to try out for The Babys.

“I laughed at him and said, ‘But they wear make-up.’

He was English and said, ‘Oh dahling, don’t be so silly.

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KILLER BREAKFAST PLACES TO KICKSTART YOUR DAY JENNI KEAST

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t It’s a funky hipster hangout — with killer potatoes.

And being hipster-owned, you know perfection is in its by-laws, by golly. Let’s start with the coffee, which is excellent. Even better, the coffee cups are 2-3 times larger than normal — ensuring that you’ll be properly caffeinated before going out to “seize the day.”

Food portions are massive, too — and the food itself, savory. Order the veggie scramble and you’ll get veggies cooked to perfection, al dente. To go a bit spicier, order the ginormous Jambalaya dish and top it off with three over-easy eggs. So good, it’ll make you want to throw a “fais-do-do” (Cajun dance party).

Now, the potatoes. Word to the wise: get the upgrade. You may not get a complimentary cocktail and extra leg room, but you’ll definitely find more room in your stomach for these savory spuds made with brussels sprouts and bacon — spiced with rosemary. The secret is in the soaking — potatoes sit overnight in salt, then they’re seasoned with a dash of balsamic vinegar. Most dishes include a sourdough English muffin with fresh whipped butter. “Whip it … whip it good” — Breakfast Republic is definitely one republic for which you’ll stand — saluting its near-gastronomical perfection.

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CHOCOLATINE FRENCH BAKERY

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t Ooh, la la. This French jewel enjoys crepe success as a modest, but lovely, place to enjoy authentic, fruity French crepes (no rubber used here), croquettes, quiches and a slew of pastries with panache. Co-owner Sandrine Gaudin is warm and personable — making you feel like you’ve just walked into a friend’s country French farmhouse. Evidence of this familylike atmosphere can be seen in the number of repeat customers. “You can’t go wrong with anything on this menu,” swears one loyal customer. That’s not hyperbole.

After a cup of c'est délicieux cappuccino and a croquette filled with tomato, cheese and spinach or a French onion quiche, you’ll be ready to take on the world — at least until around 2:00 pm, when some Chocolatine goodies-to-go (French pastries) will be just the sugar bump you need to get over that “afternoon slump.” A couple of macarons and you’ll soon be dancin’ the “macaroni”—in five different flavors, no less.

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t They’re wheelin’! If you’re not into forking over a small fortune for your Eggs Florentine, think cycling is cool, and that breakfast items like 6 Devils on Horseback sound like an intriguing way to gear up your day, then you’ll want to check out Pedalers Fork in Calabasas. This open, light-filled eatery offers generous indoor and outdoor seating, their own fresh-brewed “10-Speed” coffee, and a place to hang your bike. Whether you’re stoked for spokes (they have their own bike shop) or are clueless in the saddle, Pedalers Fork offers a chill vibe, a sweet view (lush foliage instead of car fenders), and tasty breakfast fare that’s sure to pedal your palate in a healthy direction. A few of the more notable menu items are: Blueberry Banana Quinoa Johnny Cakes, 6 Egg Whites Scramble, Raw Seed Chia Porridge, and Royal, a smokin’ smoked salmon dish that includes poached eggs, spinach, caramelized onion, hollandaise and an English muffin. Yummilicious!

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t Grandma goes gourmet à la California cool in this cozy, open-air breakfast spot in South County that’s known for its historic, artsy vibe and southern-style morning repast by the tracks. Even with the clamorous choo choo of the passing locomotives and pricey weekend brunch, it’s hard to complain about an epicurean eatery where the chef-owner lives in the house (circa 1918), wines are kept in the cellar, herbs are grown in the garden and ice cream is churned out back. All ingredients are organic and everything is made from scratch — beautifully served on artful plating. Wildly popular and delectable dishes include Blueberry Pain Perdu with Lemon Curd, Crab Hash with Bacon Scramble, Mixed Wild Mushroom Hash, and warm cinnamon apple beignets served steaming hot on a bed of rich crème anglaise and caramel.

All this, and heavenly mimosas, too.

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Riverside

What happens after a ’90s video store gets laid to rest? It gets reincarnated into Arcade Coffee Roasters in Riverside — considered by locals to be the best java joint in town. It’s also the fulfillment of a dream for co-owners Stevie Hasemeyer and Shane Levario, who were tired of Riverside being regarded as LA’s “backwards cousin” that all the cool people wanted to get away from. “We wanted to make something here that people could excited about … to make a cultural shift,” said Hasemeyer.

That shift has happened. Established in 2013, Arcade Coffee Roasters lives and breathes specialty coffee. If coffee roasting is defined as “the craft of transformation,” then Arcade has struck just the right notes, creating taste-bud altering “music” with its mochas … and cappuccinos, and espressos, and lattes.

Arcade’s impressive growth has now expanded into hearty, yet elevated, weekend brunch fare. The star experience is Chef Marissa’s buttery grits with a poached egg nestled on top and the perfect touch of peppery spice. For meateaters, Arcade offers a roasted pork sandwich made with fresh, rustic sourdough bread—a fave brunch item that manages to catch all of the pan drippings without losing its marvelous crunch.

If you’re looking for a “familiar” coffee shop ambiance with couches and chairs crammed into tight spaces (where no one knows your name), you may want to go elsewhere. Arcade is barebones with an open, industrial, minimalist decor that may feel too “cold” for some. Instead, the warmth is found in their superb coffee, hearty breakfast fare and, just as important to its people-loving owners, “shared moments and a sense of belonging for all.” ❖ ARCADECOFFEEROASTERS.COM

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healthy lifestyles, and emotional wellness is an important component of overall health. Meditation and mindfulness promote physical and psychological benefits and Southern California leads the way in both mindfulness training and ways to enhance mental fitness. From tranquil, contemplative gardens to comfortable studios, from traditional meditative practices to cutting edge techniques, SoCal offers a variety of opportunities and venues to nourish emotional wellness. Here are our Five Faves:

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The DEN Meditation 12323 Ventura Blvd.

Studio City, CA 91604 (818) 856-8033

360 S. La Brea Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90036 (323) 424-3444

t You’ll feel instantly calmed as you walk into the warm wood and brick-lined gathering space at The DEN Meditation. Called “your neighborhood meditation studio,” The DEN offers serene spaces for contemplation and community, where you can enjoy a book from their library or relax with a cup of tea before or after a class.

Founder Tal Rabinowitz was a stressed entertainment executive looking to augment her home meditation with a place to de-stress during her lunch break, and “out of personal necessity, The DEN was born.”

With locations in Studio City and La Brea, The DEN offers sessions in meditation, as well as gong immersions, specialized workshops, domestic and international retreats, prenatal and fertility classes, and kids’ series.

Popular classes include: #CTFO (“Chill The &*@! Out”), Reiki Healing, and sound baths.

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31324 Via Colinas Unit 111 Westlake Village, CA 91362 (818) 532-7690 t NOW House offers a variety of meditation and mindfulness practices taught by knowledgeable instructors in a peaceful setting. Says founder Frank Baird LMFT, LPCC, “NOW House is a great place for someone new to meditation. We keep instructions simple so that as you’re practicing, moment by moment, you know what to do, how to do it, and why you’re doing it.”

NOW House provides a variety of sessions including a free Introduction to Mindfulness class once a month, personal meditation guidance and coaching, and drop-in classes that are “designed to be welcoming and accessible to even first-time meditators.” NOW House also incorporates Mindful Awareness Practice (MAPs) classes from UCLA’s renowned Mindful Awareness Research Center (MARC). Baird is currently the only instructor in the Conejo Valley authorized to teach MAPs classes, and NOW House offers several, including the six-week class series Introduction to Mindfulness - Mindfulness Practices for

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InsightLA

1430 Olympic Blvd.

Santa Monica, CA 90404 (310) 450-1821 t A non-profit mindfulness meditation center, InsightLA has been offering secular mindfulness meditation courses, workshops, retreats, and speakers series events at locations across Los Angeles since 2002. Says Executive Director Mark Koberg, “At the heart of our organization is a program called Insight in Action. Our teachers work with non-profits and people who are on the front lines of suffering, teaching mindfulness and compassion practices. No one is turned away for lack of funds…We rely on donors to keep our doors open.” Check out their popular Essentials of Mindfulness, Mindful Self

Compassion, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction series of classes.

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Unplug

12401 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 101 Los Angeles, CA 90025 (310) 826-8899

8500 Melrose Ave., Ste. 201 West Hollywood, CA 90069 (424) 382-1116

t Clean and serene, the sleek design, “super comfy” custom floor chairs, and soothing ambient lighting in Unplug’s Santa Monica meditation studio will inspire you to slow down and breathe more deeply. The world’s first drop-in, secular meditation studio, Unplug has recently opened a second location in West Hollywood. If you’d rather meditate at home, Unplug offers online classes via curated meditation videos arranged by topic, instructor, or time frame. Several free meditation videos are also available to inspire and get you started. Whether online or in studio, you can “unplug for just a few minutes a day.”

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The Lake Shrine 17190 Sunset Blvd.

Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 (310) 454-4114

t If you would prefer to meditate at your own pace, the grounds of the Self-Realization Fellowship’s Lake Shrine provide 10 acres of lushly-landscaped tranquility. The Lake Shrine was established in 1950 by Yogi Paramahansa Yogananda as “a tribute to world peace and spiritual fellowship.” Visitors are encouraged to stroll the grounds, and benches are tucked beneath a canopy of redwood, palms, and a plethora of blooming flowers and colorful foliage.

Meandering paths offer plenty of quiet places to contemplate the sparkling, spring-fed lake — home to swans, ducks, turtles, and other lucky wildlife. The beautifully landscaped grounds are wild and soothing at the same time, and include monuments honoring many of the world’s religious traditions, a stunning memorial to Mahatma Gandhi, and a chapel and temple where meditation services and retreats are held. Nestled off Sunset Blvd. just blocks from the Pacific Ocean, the Lake Shrine is a hidden spiritual oasis just waiting to be explored. ❖ LAKESHRINE.ORG

A great family destination in Los Angeles for children ages 1 to 10! www.kidspacemuseum.org

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hub of Downtown L.A. (DTLA), the Arts District is one of the city's fastest growing, most exciting neighborhoods. Not only is it attracting major artistic talent but innovative young professionals, business owners, and visionaries from around the Southland. Positioned largely between Alameda and the Los Angeles River and the 101 freeway to Seventh Street, mainstream investment is pouring in. Some two dozen new residential and commercial ventures are currently in the proposal pipeline. Moving into these new facilities are offices, galleries, retailers, eateries, gastropubs, nightlife hubs and more. H

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Three walls of the UTI Crew Hall of Fame Yard feature the work of the UTI Crew, an international graffiti collective founded in the mid-'80s.

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Hennessey + Ingalls is the largest art, architecture and design bookstore in the western United States; The Peace Goddess is one of street artist Shepard Fairey's most recognized murals in the Arts District; Hauser & Wirth's public garden; Visitors to the Arts District are also greeted by original statues; Resident is a funky industrial-chic hybrid beer garden, bar and music venue in the heart of the Arts District; A collaborative work between graffiti artists Vyal and Risk is located outside of 82 bar and arcade; Cartwheel Art Graffiti Tours take you to a diverse selection of the district's most significant murals; Alchemy Works is an innovative space featuring home decor, accessories & retro clothes in a gallery ambiance.

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The Back Story It started in 1769 when Father Juan Crespi was accompanying an expedition and thought this virgin land with its rich soil and river would be a good location for a town which, in his diary, he called Our Lady, Queen of the Angels. In 1781, El Pueblo de la Reina de Los Angeles was officially established and, after a century of slow growth, vines from Bordeaux were planted and the first winery established by French winemaker JeanLouis Vignes. Other vintners and fruit growers followed, and by the end of the 19th century, oranges and grapefruit had become the area's primary products.

The industrial boom followed the arrival of the railroads which built depots, warehouses, and rail yards throughout the area during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Manufacturers mainly produced bakery products, women’s clothing, furniture, auto parts, and machinery. In 1922, it was re-zoned to eliminate all residential housing and make more room for retail and manufacturing, solidifying the Arts District as an industrial center. After World War II, land parcels grew scarce, prices increased and manufacturers were attracted by the less-expensive outlying areas such as the City of Commerce. As manufacturing exited, the warehouses of the Arts District stood vacant, and the neighborhood began to decay.

Arrival of the Artists In the 1970s, a group of artists seeking to escape the expensive rents in surrounding cities saw an opportunity for low-cost live/work studios in the empty, run-down warehouses. Avant-garde galleries and artist hangouts quickly popped up and in 1981, the City introduced the Artist-in-Residence (AIR) program, once again legalizing residential use of the buildings.

The arts scene thrived in the 1980s under the guidance of neighborhood activists led by Joel Bloom, the area’s unofficial mayor. In the 1990s, he successfully petitioned the City to officially designate the area the “Arts District.”

New Faces of Change Today, the Arts District is one of the country's most watched, fast-changing urban neighborhoods. It remains a vibrant mecca not only for artists and other creative industries such as film, TV, architecture, fashion, and green technology. Major developers are proposing ginormous residential and commercial centers that will cement the district's future as modernized key influencer in the DTLA social, economic and political scenes. In all, a whopping 23 mega projects are currently in the city pipeline just for the Arts District.

The biggest include two 58-storey towers, rental units,

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Guy Fieri taped a spot on how ediBOL owner/chef Angrea Uyeda creates her bowls during a segment of his Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives TV series; Hauser & Wirth's Manuela offers the freshest local ingredients in innovative dishes; "Hidden Rooms: Art at The Rendon," a major art and music event will be held June 2–3 at the historic Rendon Hotel. Details at artattherendon.com; Angel City's 104-year-old warehouse covered with colorful graffiti and murals has massive space to accommodate those enjoying a good brew, music, games and snacks; Institute of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles (ICA LA) represents international artists and public programs reflecting the diversity of Los Angeles and the world; ediBOL is renowned for its innovative, freshly-made bowls; Bestia serves Italian cuisine in a raw industrial space with contemporary elements.

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The Arts District is becoming increasingly walkable and bursting with lots to do, see and experience. Colorful murals decorate the sides, fronts and patios of buildings. Statues greet you along the streets. There lots of original retail to be found at Alchemy Works, a large store and gallery carrying everything from ladies accessories and retro clothing to candles, vintage bronze heads and other home décor; Audrey and Lenny Boutique's vintage treasures and the assistance of gracious owners to help create the

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condos, office and retail space, and a school; and 670 Mesquit consisting of two connected 30-storey buildings offering approximately 800,000 square feet of office space, 250 rental apartments, two boutique hotels, shops and restaurants.

Recently-completed renovations include the American Hotel, former site of Al’s Bar which once presented legendary artists including the Red Hot Chili Peppers, the Misfits, and Beck. On land where vineyards and citrus groves once flourished stands AT MATEO, a newly-finished series of brick and glass structures comprising the Arts District's first major retail complex and 540-car parking structure.

AMP Lofts, a dog-friendly complex with a large commercial courtyard, outdoor seating, gym, pool, sauna, clubhouse and workshop, is scheduled to open next year. And so it continues...

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perfect look; Hennessey + Ingalls, one of the largest art, architecture and design bookstores in the west; and Poketo, known for its hand-picked jewelry, furniture and other goods expressly for designminded lifestyles.

Nearly 20 galleries opened just within the past year. Bloom Square at Traction Avenue and East 3rd is where you'll see works from Shepard Fairey to JR, How, Nosm, and others. On Saturdays mornings, there's farmers market where you can meet local artists. A+D is the only museum in Los Angeles with continuous exhibits of architecture and design.

Art Share L.A., a two-story warehouse, houses 30 subsidized, live/work lofts on the top floor and community classes, exhibitions and events below, giving you a glimpse into a fading past and look into an ever-changing future.

For the Palate For a coffee break or lunch, Bread Lounge features delicious pastries baked from scratch, savory puff pastries, sandwiches and great baguettes to take home. Zinc Cafe & Market, with its open patio, bar and artisanal market, is a popular weekend brunch spot. EdiBOL is known for its inventive handcrafted, artisan bowls, and for Italian, there's Bestia in its raw industrial space setting, where you can savor fantastic handmade pastas, house-cured salumi (cold cuts), wood fired pizzas and more. Urban Radish, a grocer with charcuterie and cheese counters, sandwiches and market-fresh salads is also a great place to pick up wine for dinner. Vegans will love Café Gratitude and those into raw vegan also flock to The Springs which adds a wellness center, juice bar and yoga classes to the mix.

The Social Hour The bar scene is also exploding with new establishments joining longtime favorites. Since 2001, Angel City Brewery has been an integral part of the neighborhood offering brewery tours, a regular bar and weekly events. Arts District Brewing Company opened in 2015 with nine original beers and now offers 30+ all brewed on-site. They also have a full bar, large entertainment area, photo booth, games including pinball, skeeball and much more. Mumford Brewing Company offers tastes of L.A.-inspired beers like The Black Mamba, an American black ale named after the Lakers' Kobe Bryant. Offering just a few snacks, you're welcome to bring your own bites or order from nearby restaurants.

At EightyTwo, you’ll find 40+ restored pinball and arcade games from the 1970s - 1990s, full bar with a craft cocktail menu, and DJs nightly in the covered patio.

Getting Around If you wish to explore the Arts District on your own, you'll want a good map showing galleries, sites, shops, and eateries. Cartwheel Art produces an excellent brochure map you can pick up at various businesses including Hauser & Wirth, Art Share L.A., and Hennessey + Ingalls bookstore or download from their site below. To see the area from an insider's perspective, Cartwheel Art owner Cindy Schwarzstein, an Arts District resident, well-known art curator and event organizer, specializes in custom tours for private groups from DTLA to the Pacific.

One of her popular Art District programs is "Graffiti and Street Art." CARTWHEELART.COM | 213.537.0687. ❖

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myself I was looking around and thinking, ‘If I was driving, I would never get to see how cool the architecture is in Gaslamp or how big Balboa Park is because I would be so focused on directions.’ There’s so much more you can see when you’re sitting on a bus talking with your family or your friends.”

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Conceived of in July, 2017 by Wen Zheng, Tom D’Amato and Doug Porter, the Hopper was designed to fill a much needed gap.

“They’re all hospitality industry professionals,” Ritter explained. “They saw a unique opening in San Diego and really felt they could add to tourism in Southern California in a large way. So in all their little niches of what they could do, they felt they could take this to the next level.”

Four busses leave from Old Town at 9:00, 9:30 and 10:00 daily. Guests can meet the bus at any place on the route depending on where they’re staying. Guests will be given fabric wrists bands with chips inside that will be scanned at each stop.

Those with the Hopper Plus plan will be in special lines at the attractions also.

“If you got to Old Town and want to explore but the Embarcadero wasn’t something you wanted to explore, but you wanted to see Seaport Village, you could pass that stop and go there,” Ritter explained. “The loop is about two hours. If you hopped on at Gaslamp and didn’t want to get off at Balboa or Old Town, but wanted to get off at Embarcadero, you could stay on the bus and listen to the concierge. Every half an hour a bus be at one of our six locations.”

Porter said the partnership with sites is growing as they discuss with other attractions.

“The idea is to make sure our clients and guests have a wide variety of things to choose from,” Porter said. “The families, the business partners, the retired couple or family reunion can come in and enjoy San Diego as they wish. You can spend all day on the Midway. This is really aimed at people who want more of a sampling. We really think there is a vibrant market for that and we aim to furnish that.”

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three features of the Hopper, a new service in San Diego that allows guests to hop on and off a luxury bus while enjoying a day of sightseeing the city.

The Hopper has it all hooked up with some of San Diego’s most popular attractions such as Hornblower Harbor Cruise, the USS Midway Museum, Flagship Coronado Ferry, and Maritime Museum, if you purchase the Hopper Plus package ($99 per person). (Discounted prices for children, military and seniors.)

The basic package ($49 per person) allows you to hop on and off the bus at any of the six locations: Old Town, Embarcadero, Seaport Village, Gaslamp Quarter, Balboa Park and Little Italy and do your own thing.

But you’ll be avoiding the traffic by riding on a bus full of amenities, explained CMO Doug Porter.

Such amenities include on-board restrooms, climate control, 4G Wi-Fi, electrical outlets to keep all technology plugged in and ample storage for shopping items.

Haley Ritter, director of marketing and communications summed it up in one phrase: “We drive, you ride in style.”

“The roads are clogged to get from point A to point B. Parking is hard to come by and expensive when you do find it,” Porter said. “Midway parking is full usually fairly early in the morning, so the convenience factor is important.”

Ritter said they’re calling it the double decker busses biggest sunroof in San Diego.

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watching the latest series and make more space for outdoor activities. Southern California is known for its blue skies and golden sands, but there’s nothing more exciting than doing water sports on its emerald waters.

Water sports are the perfect way to be active and stay cool. If you love being in the water but are tired of your backyard swimming pool, SoCal has limitless options. These water activities are for beginners, experts and those just looking to have a fun, memorable time. So put on your swimsuits and grab your friends and families.

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Huntington Beach Surf Lessons

19881 Brookurst St., Suite C156 Huntington Beach, CA 92646 (949) 558-2075 If you’ve always wanted to surf but never learned how, Huntington Beach offers a wide range of lessons. Not only do they encourage children to get involved; they have something for all ages.

Huntington Beach Surfing Lessons include private, semi-private, mini groups of three, groups of four people, and larger groups for birthday parties. Expert surf instructors make it their mission to have everyone stand up on their boards, while having the most exciting, fun time.

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Kiteboarding is an on and above-water sport with many different styles. At SoCal Kitesurfing and Kiteboarding, family and friends have an opportunity to glide above the waves. It is nothing short exhilarating.

With Belmont Shore being the only beach in the Los Angeles area permitting kiteboarding lessons, the program is required to have safe and efficient methods. All instructors are IKO (International Kiteboarding Organization) certified. They’ll join you in the water, provide the most valuable instruction, and make you feel safe and comfortable.

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Paddle Method 14110 Palawan Way Marina Del Rey 90292 (310) 770-7291

t Flying is something almost everyone has dreamed of doing. At Fly Jet Sports, it’s possible. Hover above the waters at your own speed and control where you maneuver. Fly as high as 29.5 feet, go under water no deeper than eight feet and travel 18.5 miles per hour. After spending about an hour with an instructor, you’ll feel more comfortable flying on your own.

Fly Jet Sports will have you feeling like a dolphin.

t Paddle Method will have you paddling through Malibu Beach confidently and gracefully. Paddlers of all experience levels are welcome to get a low-impact, high-powered calorie burning water workout with personal and small-group coaches. Paddle Method provides lessons, workouts and scenic waterway tours from Malibu to Palos Verdes. Instructors will help paddlers engage with their body movement and control their momentum. Stroke through the waters and explore the waterways that SoCal has to offer.

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La Jolla Kayak

2199 Avenida De La Playa La Jolla, CA 92037 (858) 459-1114 Get lucky enough to spend two hours exploring the Seven Sea Caves in a kayak. You’ll be able to kayak through three of the four microhabitats in the La Jolla Ecological Reserve.

Swim in the sanctuary, see dolphins, sea lions, and boat around the leopard sharks and brightly colored garibaldi. The La Jolla Kayak tour prepares you for an incredible experience.

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Perched on the western end of San Diego’s Shelter Island, the venerable Kona Kai Resort and Spa has a new look, a new vibe, new suites and a new club.

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because of its spectacular location. It’s surrounded by San Diego Bay on three sides with views at every turn. The resort’s marina – filled with million dollar yachts - frames every glance from the pool, private beach and restaurant. And for million dollar views of San Diego, simply walk out onto your balcony or patio for a morning cup of coffee or a breathtaking sunset reflected off the downtown skyline.

Warmed by bright sunshine and softened by a refreshing sea breeze each day, the Kona Kai Resort has always sparkled – but never more than today.

Noble House Hotels and Resorts recently completed a major makeover of the entire resort. From the rooms and suites to the restaurant, spas, and pools, everything at the resort is new, fresh and inviting for every type of getaway – from a family vacation to a romantic weekend.

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Exterior Front Drive; Spa Couples Treatement Room; One Bedroom Suite Balcony; Two Bedroom Suite King Bedroom; Two Bedroom Suite Living Room.

Casual luxury is the vibe in all of the resort’s remodeled guest rooms.

And the Kona Kai just premiered 41 new suites with sophisticated contemporary beach design, oversized deluxe bathrooms, and the best views the resort has to offer.

The resort’s lively Vessel Restaurant and Bar has quickly become one of San Diego’s most talked about dining experiences.

The Vessel features a 360-degree bar in the center of the room surrounded by stunning marina views. The New American menu features local, seasonal and sustainable ingredients. The lobster mac and cheese, seared diver scallops, and pork chop with sour cherry glaze are highlights. Leave room for the key lime pie.

The Kona Kai has every resort amenity you can think of including a large family pool with private cabanas, an adult only pool with a poolside bar that serves “spiked” snow cones, and a large private beach with fire rings for sunset bonfires. Stand up paddle boards, kayaks, and jet skis are available for a day on San Diego Bay. The resort also offers a fitness center, beach cruisers, and a Kids Korner activity room.

The new SpaTerre at Kona Kai is a peaceful refuge offering a variety of exotic Indonesian, Fijian, and Thai spa experiences including a unique heated alpha-quartz sand bed.

And for people lucky enough to live in San Diego, or visit frequently, the Kona Kai Resort now offers membership in the new Kona Kai Club. Members receive special access to the resorts amenities including the pools, cabanas, private beach, fitness center and fitness classes, and locker room. Members also receive discounts on drinks and meals, water sport rentals, spa services, and guest rooms at all Noble House Properties. ❖ RESORTKONAKAI.COM | 800.566.2524

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Most people, particularly those who enjoy golf, recognize Pebble Beach as the premier golf destination in the country. I had always thought of it as a bucket list item, but after spending three days and two nights at the historic Lodge and playing Pebble Beach Golf Links, I realize why this once-in-a-lifetime experience turns into an annual staple. H

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includes white-sand beaches, striking coastal bluffs, tall pines and cypress trees makes a perfect setting for a restful getaway. My wife and I thought we would spend a few days relaxing with a book, and enjoying the ocean views. We quickly learned that we could easily spend a week or more enjoying the many amenities and local activities of Pebble Beach and the surrounding areas.

Sure, sitting on our balcony at The Lodge overlooking the Pacific Ocean and the 18th green was breathtaking, especially after we learned that our room was right above the one where Tiger Woods stays when visiting Pebble Beach.

But we quickly realized that we couldn’t just hang out in our room. There was too much to do in and around the resort.

Stunning scenes from every angle provide a magnificent backdrop for scenic hikes, bike rides and drives. There are guided tours to nearby missions, Big Sur and Point Lobos. There’s plenty of wine tasting through the Northern California wine-country, wonderful restaurants to sample creations by celebrated chefs, and ample shopping at destinations like Cannery Row and Carmelby-the-Sea. On the property, there is a variety of boutiques and gifts shops such as the Kids’ Shop, Marchesa Jewelry, The Beach Club Tennis Shop, an array of golf shops featuring game attire and gifts, and Golf Links to the Past, which features golf memorabilia and artifacts.

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Clearly, the highlight of the stay was playing Pebble Beach Golf Links. I convinced my wife to tag along in a cart, and it was equally thrilling for her to enjoy the gorgeous views from each hole on the course. It was slow playing, particularly because every group seemed to have its own gallery (Pebble Beach permits ride-alongs and walk-alongs). But there was so much to look at that the pace really didn’t matter, and maybe even helped us take in more of the atmosphere.

We enjoyed a walk through the grounds of The Lodge, looking at the historic pictures of Pebble Beach that hang in the halls, spending lots of money in the golf shops surrounding the putting green by the lobby entrance, and taking in the captivating view that greeted us in the Terrace Lounge. Dinner in the Stillwater Bar and Grill featured a high-end menu and a panoramic view of the 18th hole along the water. The next night at The Bench was a bit more casual, but an equally great meal and setting.

It is rare to find a resort property that is situated in such a perfect location as to provide each of its restaurants and features with tremendous golf course and ocean views.

The Lodge at Pebble Beach is first and foremost a golf resort with world-class courses. But it’s so much more, from the beach and tennis club to the world-class spa, the stunning 17-Mile Drive, and even a sunset bagpipe recital at Spanish Bay. One of the newest additions to the property is Fairway One at The Lodge. Located along the first fairway of Pebble Beach Golf Links, it offers an augmented guest experience with large guest rooms and a private setting perfect for visitors seeking an enhanced situation.

For such a luxurious resort, it is not pretentious. The staff is accommodating and welcoming, as though they know they’re an important part of the experience.

Pebble Beach may have once been on our bucket list, but now that we’ve experienced it, it will be on our annual to-do list. ❖

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HERE ARE MORE THAN 23 MILES OF BEACHES IN BROWARD COUNTY that are perfect for sailing, swimming, windsurfing, paddle board-

ing, water skiing, parasailing, kayaking, freshwater and salt water fishing, snorkeling, scuba diving … or just about any activity one can hope to try.

From sparkling beaches to 300-plus miles of inland canals and waterways, Fort Lauderdale has been called “The Venice of America.” The Water Shuttle, which transports locals and visitors to some of the area’s most popular locations, travels alongside harbors that accommodate exquisite yachts and mansions belonging to the region’s wealthiest residents.

One of the water taxi’s stops is Las Olas Boulevard which features an extensive collection of shops and restaurants along Fort Lauderdale’s waterways. There are 17 blocks of sidewalk cafes, boutiques, world-class art galleries, and an impressive assortment of notable restaurants. One of the most celebrated is Louie Bossi’s Ristorante, Bar & Pizzeria, an Italian eatery where everything from hearth-baked bread, pizza dough and pasta to artisan jams are made from scratch on the premises using only the freshest ingredients.

Executive Chef and Partner Louie Bossi serves yummy pasta dishes, Neapolitan pizzas baked in wood-burning stoves, home cooked Sicilian comfort food and house-cured Salumi (assorted cold cuts). The beverage menu offers a sophisticated wine list with a focus on Italian vintages including 50-plus wines by the glass. Handcrafted cocktails, craft beers, house-made limoncello (lemon liqueur), and locally-sourced coffees are also featured.

The setting is ideal for a romantic date night, girls’ or boys’ night out, dinner with friends or brunch. The restaurant can accommodate large parties and groups for special events and is open seven days a week for lunch, dinner, late-night fare and weekend brunch. Louie Bossi’s Ristorante, Bar & Pizzeria is located at 1032 E Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale. LouieBossi.com H

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Breathtaking only begins to define the experience at this intimate, Bahamian island paradise.

For more information about The Cove, contact your Smartflyer Travel Advisor, Newport@Smartflyer.com

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Fort Lauderdale is a distinctively artsy town, and a visit to the Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale reveals some of its creative culture. The museum spotlights more than 6,000 works, including celebrated pieces with a special focus on photography through its Foto Fort Lauderdale initiative.

Shopping is another favorite sport in the Greater Fort Lauderdale area.

Sawgrass Mills, the world's largest discount mall which features the high-end Colonnade Outlets, is one of the most popular. Galleria at Fort Lauderdale is an upscale mall that includes designer boutiques and plush departments stores.

Seminole Paradise, Festival Flea Market Mall and Fort Lauderdale Swap Shop, the largest indoor-outdoor flea market in the South, are also worthy of a visit.

Other enjoyable attractions include the Fort Lauderdale Antique Car Museum, the Sea Experience Glass-Bottom Boat, the Trolley Tour, the Anne Kolb Nature Center and the Billie Swamp Safari.

As much as the city has to offer those who like to play outdoors, Ft. Lauderdale also promises a great deal to those seeking a luxurious indoor escape. With vast options from which to choose when it comes to hotels and resorts, the newly renovated W Fort Lauderdale is not to be missed. Having recently undergone a $55 million-dollar renovation, the property, which includes the Hotel and the Residences, now has an even more beachy, vibrant ambiance than that for which it was already recognized. To celebrate the stylish revamp, W Fort Lauderdale threw an opulent party for 500 of its closest friends, complete with a mermaid and all the merriment one might expect from this chic hotel.

The W Fort Lauderdale offers tranquility for W Fort Lauderdale those who need to unwind and an active bustle for those looking to party. The 517 rooms and suites all feature skyline and coastal views and are adorned in ocean blues and rose gold hues. The entire property is designed utilizing mixed metallic details that contrast

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with an airy decor. The rooftop WET deck (pool space), meeting areas, outdoor terrace, as well as the hotel’s fourth floor lobby known as the “Living Room,” all enjoyed a nip and tuck, resulting in an even more artsy vibe.

The Living Room, considered the pulse of the hotel, is a highspirited social space where guests can enjoy signature cocktails and meet new friends. It’s a favorite hang-out spot that converts from an informal daytime lounge to a trendy nightlife scene. And to make it ultra-convenient, W Fort Lauderdale has provided charging stations in the Living Room with plug-ins for every device, so there's no need to cut visits short in order to run back to the room to re-charge.

The Wet deck’s unique “see-thru” pool is an inviting place to take a dip, and guests can relax on the new lounge chairs and day beds. There’s a full-service poolside bar and on weekends DJs provide high-energy entertainment.

The W Fort Lauderdale is the largest W hotel in Florida and best-known for its impeccable service. Guests have 24/7 access to concierge services and each in-room phone is equipped with a Whatever/Whenever® button that can be used to request anything from forgotten toiletries to spa services. At the stateof-the-art FIT Fitness center, also on premises, guests can take complimentary beachfront boot-camp and yoga classes led by certified fitness instructors daily.

Post-workout, or anytime one wishes to self-indulge with an exclusive facial or body treatment, BLISS Spa is open for services.

Massages like the Ginger Rub, Hangover Herbie, Betweeny Wax and Triple Oxygen Facial Treatment are soothing and therapeutic.

The spa offers saunas and sink-side soap sampling, a brownie bar for pre-treatment snacking, nail lounge, retail boutique, and men’s and women’s lounges.

In addition to the endless activities and services, the hotel is an epicurean wonderland with fine dining on premises such as Stephen Starr’s Steak 954 and El Vez as well as casual eateries, WET Cafe, SUSHI Bar, and W Café.

W Fort Lauderdale boats 140 double queen rooms,188 king rooms,16 suites, one Wow Suite, one Extreme Wow suite, 38 onebedroom flats with a den and 133 two-bedroom flats. It’s also a prime location for weddings and events with an array of spaces to accommodate any guest list. The Indoor Ocean View room holds 220 guests and offers a stunning ocean view from the second floor while the Terrace can host 200. The new 4,000 square foot ballroom, Mingle, holds 350 guests and provides an elegant space on the fourth floor. The outdoor Courtyard accommodates 500-plus guests. The resort’s eight Studios can be reserved individually or in a combination to suit any size group. More details and information can be found on the W Fort Lauderdale website at WFortLauderdaleHotel.com.

W Fort Lauderdale is a short 20-minute drive from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, and flying from Southern California on Jet Blue is the quickest and most convenient way to get there. Because Jet Blue offers more legroom in coach, unlimited name-brand snacks and soft drinks, personal TVs at every seat with 36+ channels of DIRECTV® and 100+ channels of XM Radio®, the flight is well-suited for those seeking a pleasurable flying experience. In-seat power and USB ports as well as free in-flight Wi-Fi on 100% of the flights are also a big bonus.

Because of its ease of accessibility, it’s no surprise Fort Lauderdale is a favored SoCal getaway. Travel-lovers find that it’s a fun-filled escape with so much to offer those who love warmweather adventures. ❖

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The 3rd Annual Masters of Taste will take place on the field of the iconic Rose Bowl Stadium. About 2,500 guests will stroll the 50-yard line feasting on the finest fare from L.A.’s top chefs and restaurants, sip signature handcrafted cocktails from L.A.’s master mixologists, enjoy tastings from some of California’s most eclectic wineries and local craft breweries, listen to live entertainment and more.

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ANNUAL OCEAN BEACH KITE FESTIVAL San Diego May 12

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ASIAN CULTURAL FESTIVAL San Diego

GATOR BY THE BAY San Diego

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ROAR AND POUR Santa Barbara May 5

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Gator by the Bay, the largest, most authentic Louisiana-themed music and food festival, will feature four days of live music with over 100 musical acts and special performances on seven stages. The Southern cuisine will include 10,000 pounds of crawfish trucked non-stop from Louisiana, live music, dancing and family fun at Spanish Landing Park. t

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t Spend a day at the Dusty Rhodes Park for the Ocean Beach Kite Festival and enjoy live music, carnival rides and beautiful kites.

There will be kite building and decorating, prizes, professional kite fliers and demonstrations, games, crafters, community organizations, gourmet food and carnival activities.

STREET FOOD CINEMA: SELENA Los Angeles May 12

streetfoodcinema.com/ selena-la t Street Food Cinema is now the largest outdoor movie series in Los Angeles, bringing together the best pop culture films, gourmet street food and progressive new music. Street Food Cinema reinvents the traditional movie-going experi-

ence with three events-inone including an outdoor picnic that evolves into a live music performance and outdoor movie with lots of fun in between.

BOLDPAS Pasadena May 12

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Los Angeles artists takeover Pasadena with temporary art installations throughout Old Pasadena’s unique urban and historic spaces at BoldPas. BoldPas allows visitors to meander historic alleyways and side streets to explore Old Pasadena’s wonderful history, architecture, retailers and restaurants while taking in unique artistic interventions at every turn.

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JUNE BALLOON AND WINE FESTIVAL Temecula Valley June 1-3

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50TH YEAR CELEBRATION OF COSTA MESA SPEEDWAY Orange County

May 26-28

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THINK PINK FOR WOMEN’S WELLNESS Pacific Palisades May 16

irenedunneguild.org t Think Pink is held every May in honor of Mother's Day to promote awareness of women's health issues, programs and prevention that will bring better health to them and their families.

The event features morning breakout sessions featuring prominent speakers on various topics, a fabulous boutique and specially-selected vendors for an elegant luncheon.

celebration of all that makes one of America's great cities. Experience the best taco-centric restaurants, national and local performances, and a live lucha libre wrestling match.

BEST TASTE OF SANTA ANA Santa Ana May 19

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CALIFORNIA STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL Oxnard May 19-20

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SAN DIEGO TACO FEST San Diego May 19

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There will be contests, rides and attractions, concerts, celebrity chef demonstrations and lots of family fun.

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VEGAN BEER AND FOOD FESTIVAL Pasadena May 26

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t The Saint Nicholas Greek Festival evokes the sights, sounds and tastes that define the traditional Greek way of life. Enjoy the hospitality of the Valley’s Greek community and experience the simple pleasures of life in a Greek village. Dance the afternoon away, eat delicious Greek food, shop in the Greek marketplace, relax and enjoy yourself under the trees in the warm embrace of the best Greek culture has to offer.

ITALIAN HERITAGE NIGHT San Diego May 31

mlb.com/padres/tickets t Come together with the San Diego Italian community for a night of fun and festivities. The Little Italy Association, Convivio and the Italian Cultural Center are proud to partner with the San Diego Padres for the 2018 Italian Heritage Night. Theme game tickets include a limited-edition Padres-themed Italian Night hat and a ticket to the Marlins vs. Padres game.

For every ticket sold, a donation of $1.50 will go to Rady’s Children's Hospital Foundation: The President's Fund and Washington Elementary School Foundation.

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SAINT NICHOLAS GREEK FESTIVAL Northridge

t This fun-filled, three-day event offers early morning hot air balloon flights, an evening balloon glow, wine and craft beer tastings, and a kids’ faire. There will also be a commercial court with over 150 vendors and a food court filled with festival food favorites.

HIDDEN ROOMS: ART AT THE RENDON Los Angeles Arts District June 2-3

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t The historic 1912 Rendon Hotel building will feature the works of over 45 emerging and established artists creating an in-depth, interactive art experience in each of the building's vacant upstairs rooms. Murals, street art, and installations will be complemented music, programs, food trucks and more. The fundraiser will benefit Institute of Contemporary Art's learning program and Art Share L.A.

LA WINEFEST Los Angeles June 2-3

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sedans, trucks and muscle cars. The large swap meet is guaranteed to have some rare finds and the manufacturer’s midway vendors are some of the biggest and best in the hot rod and performance parts business.

SORO FEST Los Angeles June 3

sorofest.com t SoRo Fest features a live music stage and hundreds of vendor booths. It also offers Camp SoRo Kids Zone with attractions like a rock-climbing wall and free arts and crafts.

The festival will feature distinct “villages” that include a beer and wine garden, gourmet food village, arts village, car show, health, public safety and ecological villages.

doorstep in a fun, relaxed environment. The fest also serves up boutiques to browse, artisan merchandise to buy, and more.

14TH ANNUAL LAVENDER FESTIVAL Cherry Valley

June 8-10 & 15-17 hsresort.com/ thelavenderfestival

t Visitors of all ages are invited to stroll through the winding paths of organic lavender fields, participate in horse-drawn hay wagon tours, learn how lavender essential oil is extracted, taste lavender-inspired dishes and enjoy live music.

PLAYBOY JAZZ FESTIVAL Los Angeles

PASADENA CHALK FESTIVAL Pasadena

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It’s an all-star lineup of jazz greats and fresh talent as the annual festival favorite hosted by George Lopez returns to the Bowl. Of the many artists scheduled to appear at the world famous amphitheater is the noteworthy pairing of Charles Lloyd and his band, The Marvels.

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LA ROADSTER SHOW AND SWAP MEET Pomona June 15-16

LA DESIGN FESTIVAL Los Angeles

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TASTE OF VISTA San Diego

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The LA Design Festival honors Los Angeles’ rich design culture and celebrates its status as a global design capital. From architecture and interior to graphic, industrial, fashion, set, costume, and experimental design, the event showcases the best of the local design scene as well as some exciting national and international voices.

The Pasadena Chalk Festival brings in artist and design teams from many regions of the country and across Southern California to brighten up the streets of Pasadena with beautiful art pieces, one of which will be awarded on the last day of the festival. As it is Father’s Day weekend, there will be a kids’ station to create Father’s Day cards. It is free for all ages with live music and entertainment provided all day.

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SAN DIEGO FESTIVAL OF ARTS San Diego

Come experience the 10th Annual Taste of Vista for all food lovers. Walk along Downtown Vista’s tree-lined sidewalks enjoying bites and beverages from Vista restaurants, breweries, wineries and distilleries while enjoying live music.

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June 9-10

sdfestivalofthearts.org t The San Diego Festival of the Arts gathers criticallyacclaimed artists from around the country for an elegant, high-quality showcase. Guests will enjoy exceptional dining from San Diego's favorite restaurants, sample San Diego craft beer and experience interactive activities for the whole family.

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t The annual Father’s Day weekend event has become the largest gathering of pre1936 roadsters in the world.

A designated parking area will be filled with coupes,

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24TH ANNUAL TASTE OF GASLAMP San Diego June 16

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LONG BEACH BAYOU FESTIVAL Long Beach

CONEJO FOOD AND WINE FEST Thousand Oaks

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This festival offers patrons a weekend filled with cultural music, cuisine and dance from a place called ‘home’ in New Orleans and the Louisiana Bayou Country.

Savor the many delicacies and flavors of the Big Easy and immerse yourselves in the specialties of Cajun and Creole cuisine.

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Dozens of vendors including restaurants, wineries, breweries, bakeries, and distilleries will be there along with live music to round out a great afternoon.

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SANTA BARBARA WINE AND FOOD FESTIVAL Santa Barbara June 30

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Mingle with winemakers, bakers, and chefs outdoors and under the oak trees.

Guests will enjoy the best of Central Coast Wines and try their luck in the Every Cork Wins raffle. ❖

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ARE WE REALLY THAT DIFFERENT? SCOTT HARRIS

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come back home from our trips sharing the stories that met the expectations of the storyteller and meet the expectations of the audience.

But, when I sit down and think about it, it’s not true. If you ignore accents, I have found that people are pretty much the same wherever you travel, or for those of us based in Southern California, wherever you live.

If you venture outside of Southern California and treat people with kindness and warmth, you don’t have to travel to the Midwest to find the same thing in others. And if you’re looking to be treated rudely, you don’t have to travel 3,000 miles to New York. You can find it right here, or anywhere in this great country, just by being rude yourself. Sure, the Florida Keys has a reputation as a haven for the last of the hippies, the home of personalities, but I’ll stack a Saturday at Venice Beach up against any day in the Keys.

When traveling, or even right here at home, I think we find exactly what we’re looking for, or expect to find, no matter where we are. No doubt, with Southern California’s population bumping up against 25 million, we have more of everything than just about anywhere else in the country, or even the world, and there are characteristics of SoCal that make us different — in some cases even unique. But, in the end, people are people and those of us who make up the wildly diverse, exciting, frustrating place we know as SoCal are no better or worse than those you find anywhere else.

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’VE BEEN WRITING THIS COLUMN FOR FOUR YEARS

now, since the magazine first started, and it’s been a treat each and every issue. Every time it’s time to write a new column, I look for the things that make Southern California different, even unique. It’s not too hard to find them; the traffic, Hollywood, the weather, the drought, the beaches — the list goes on and on.

And during that same time, with the exception of Alaska, I have visited every other state. And when visiting, I look wherever I am for the things that make that state or region stand out. The excitement of the theater district in Manhattan, the quirkiness of the Florida Keys or maybe it's the unmatched beauty of the Montana backcountry. I’ve met people everywhere I’ve traveled, from camping at out-of-the way RV parks to the nicest hotels and resorts. I hear all of the same clichés about the different regions and cultures in the country; the rednecks of the South, the real Americans of the Midwest, the rudeness of those who live in the Northeast and the fierce independence of those who live in the Northwest.

And if I look for those things, it’s easy to find them. One rude cabbie in New York confirms that all New Yorkers are rude. One person mumbling at grocery store in Oregon about there being too many Californians moving there seems to speak for all Oregonians. One sweet waitress at a small café in Nebraska reminds me that everyone in the Midwest is kind and polite, salt of the earth. We see that because it’s what we expect to see, and when we do, no matter how infrequently, it confirms what we already thought and what we already knew and we

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WHERE MYTHS TAKE HOLD Rediscover Medusa, Cupid, Hermes, Bacchus, and other beloved mythological heroes and gods.

Experience 3,000 square feet of new exhibition space, masterpieces never before on view, and a major reinstallation of the collection’s Greek, Roman, and Etruscan treasures.

The Getty Villa. One mile north of Sunset on PCH. Reserve your free tickets today.

Mosaic Floor with Medusa, Roman, about 115–150. Stone tesserae. The J. Paul Getty Museum

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