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CONTENTS & CREDITS | JUNE 2021
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IN FOCUS: Coronado Yacht Club Senior Sabot Regatta
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A NOTE FROM THE PUBLISHERS
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LOCAL BUZZ: Online Calendar + Musician Spotlight: Jake Lyons
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CORONADO HOME: Designing an Outdoor Oasis
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OUTDOOR LIVING: World Champion Sailor Willem Van Waay
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PEOPLE: CHS Grad’ Spotlight on Kristian De Laurentis of Socalsogood
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CROWN CITY HISTORY: A look back at Coronado's Love of Golf
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IN THE KITCHEN: Backyard Barbecue with Chef Clyde Van Arsdall IV
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AROUND TOWN: Island Girl Blog Goes to the Dogs with Mochi the Bulldog
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LIFESTYLE: Bungalow 56 on Mixing Wood Tones
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FORKS & CORKS: Outdoor Dining at it’s Finest at Feast and Fareway
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IN THE GARDEN: Sofia Shares her Friendship Fairy Garden
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COMMUINITY: Lifelong Friends Roller-Skate for Fun!
Art & Photo Credits Front Cover: This incredible view is from the outdoor patio at Feast and Fareway overlooking the Coronado Golf Course, the bay and the bridge. Check out our Forks & Corks restaurant review on Feast and Fareway on page 46. This cover photo sums up the Coronado lifestyle for our June Outdoor Living issue quite nicely. See you here at the annual Coronado High School All Class Reunion on July 3rd or out on the green this summer! Photo Courtesy of: Feast and Fareway | On Instagram @FeastAndFarewayCoronado | On Facebook @Feast & Fareway | Website: FeastAndFarewayCoronado.com This month, one local photographer’s photos were selected for two of our three feature locations. Introducing Stacy Childers, a local photographer, stylist and creative director for major brands and professional clients. Stacy currently does commercial work with fashion, hotels, food, yachting and sailing. Based out of San Diego and Palm Springs, she is the owner of the House of Style SD, a natural light studio.
In Focus (pages 2 & 3): An exciting action shot of the Coronado Yacht Club Senior Sabot Regatta in Glorietta Bay, organized by Willem Van Waay in 2015. Visit the Coronado Yacht Club website for more information on sailing races, including a racing calendar and Jr. Sailing programs and classes at CoronadoYC.org. Photo was taken by Stacy Childers. Back Cover: A beautiful photo of Coronado local Hana Granillo gracefully paddling through the Coronado Cays on a stand-up paddleboard. Photo was taken by Stacy Childers. 6
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LOCAL BUZZ | JUNE 2021
The Coronado Cultural Arts Commission makes it easy to find local activities with an online calendar. Check out the array of activities offered at CoronadoARTS.com
Check out the Coronado Public Art App designed to guide residents & visitors to more than 75 works of public art throughout Coronado.
Coronado native Jake Lyons started playing guitar and singing at age 9 after he dreamed about himself playing a guitar on a stage. It was clear he was a natural within a few days of picking up his first guitar, Jake, now 15, enjoys playing all types of music spanning many decades including jazz. Jake is in the Coronado High School COSA (Coronado School of Arts) Jazz Instrumental Music Conservatory. In his spare time, he enjoys surfing, skate boarding, mountain biking, snowboarding, wake boarding, sailing, traveling, and playing basketball, as well as spending time with his friends.
Live Music and Events in Coronado are Coming Back to Life
Coronado’s live music schedule at www.coronadoarts.com/livemusic will continue to be updated as our beloved musicians get back to work. Upcoming performances include:
• Live music at Emerald C Gallery on Wednesdays and Saturdays, 6-8 p.m (Matt Heinecke, Jennifer Franks, Ron’s Garage, and more amazing musical artists) • Summer concert series at the Coronado Ferry Landing Saturdays and Sundays from 2-5 pm • Jake Lyons is live at Garage Buona Forchetta Sundays 12-2 pm • Gonzo is live at the Hotel Del (Babcock and Story) Fridays and Saturdays 5:30-9:30 pm • Trish Naval is live at Garage Buona Forchetta every Friday 6:30–8:30 pm • Live Music at Costa Azul Saturdays 5:30-8 pm • For a complete listing of events including both virtual and live music concerts, social events, art lessons, fitness and wellness classes, visit CoronadoARTS.com • To add a music-related event to the calendar, please e-mail Cultural Arts Commissioner Mariah Gillespie at mariah@msmariahsmusic.com. To add a non-music related event, please email Communications Commissioner Tillie Vuksich at tillievuksich@outlook.com. 10
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pring has sprung and it’s time to take indoor living to the outdoors! When thinking about creating your dream outdoor oasis, there are so many factors to consider. We are here to give you some behind the scenes tips and recommendations for creating just that. Shade solutions are a major factor that some homeowners overlook. When it comes to umbrellas, there are several things to consider. Let’s start at the base. There are two general base shapes: square or round. This is really an aesthetic decision, unless you don’t have a lot of ground space to work with. In that case, round is typically the better option for ease of flowing around the space. If you’d like your umbrella to be mobile, be sure to select a base with wheels. Depending on where your umbrella is going, you can select either a cantilever or center post. Cantilever umbrellas are best for sitting areas because the base sits behind or next to a sofa or lounge chair and the arm cantilevers over the seating area, taking up less space than a center post. The center post option works well for pools and in the center of dining tables. Center post umbrellas come in either tilt or stationery varieties. A tilt is always a great option as it gives you more versatile coverage from the sun depending on the time of day you are enjoying your outdoor space.
Tip: If you are building a new home from the ground up, it’s crucial to plan what shade options you want from the very beginning. Many pools have a lagoon entrance — a shallow shelf used for lounging in the water — which would require an inground mount to house center post umbrellas. This mount type will need to be planned before the concrete gets poured for the pool — you can plan for in-ground mounts anywhere concrete is poured. Next comes the fun part — outdoor furniture! Outdoor furniture has come a long way over the years and there are some great options to choose from. Here we will cover some of our favorites. Dedon is one of our favorite to-the-trade vendors for outdoor furniture. They have a selection of interesting pieces, including hanging loungers with canopies and beach chairs in leaf shapes. They are at a higher price point but the quality really shines through.
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A gorgeous new construction project in La Jolla is shown here with a lagoon entrance and in-ground mounts. Umbrellas have yet to be installed. Interior design and outdoor furnishings for this project are by J Hill Interiors. CROWNCITYMAGAZINE.COM
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Ledge Lounger is a vendor we recently discovered that manufactures in-pool furniture, patio furniture and even outdoor games. There are loungers that can be placed in the lagoon entrance of a pool, in-pool barstools and even miniature slides the perfect size for little ones! All the in-pool pieces are made of resin to withstand prolonged water and sunlight exposure and are compatible with all pool types, whether fiberglass, vinyl or concrete. When selecting your outdoor furniture, carefully consider the material. It’s important to choose materials that will last in the elements, especially with all our Southern California sunshine.
Tip: When looking for teak outdoor furniture, consider a brushed coated aluminum alternative. It looks like teak but is made of metal and cuts down on the maintenance required with real teak furniture. Crate and Barrel is a retail vendor that offers some great options at a more accessible price point. They offer contemporary Adirondacks made of recycled bottles that wear so much better than wood or plastic Adirondacks. And it’s better for the environment — win-win! They also offer an array of upholstered pieces in contemporary and even transitional styles.
Tip: When selecting outdoor rugs and upholstered furniture, look for 100% solution-dyed acrylic or polypropylene. These materials can be hosed down and bleached even if they aren’t white. Many retailers, like Serena and Lily and Restoration Hardware, offer outdoor upholstery in Perennials branded fabrics. Perennials is an industry leader in outdoor fabric with a track record of lasting products. Whether you have a designer to help you create your perfect outdoor sanctuary or you are doing it on your own, focus on functionality, durability and aesthetic. With all this in mind, you are ready to dive into summer.
• Kadie Chiera, an expert in her field, is Operations and Purchasing Coordinator for locally owned interior design firm JHill Interiors, Inc.
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Willem Van Waay is doing things his own way and sailing the world in championship form to prove it. One little secret about Coronado is that it’s a hotbed of world-class sailors from Robbie Haines and Jon Rogers to Willem Van Waay. So how does a local guy tackle the world one championship race at a time? It all began in 1981 as a young Willem Van Waay and his family relocated from Scotland to Coronado. Peggy Van Waay was born and raised in Coronado, where she met Willem’s dad, Dutch Swagemaker, while he was stationed for Navy Seal Training. The couple married and soon had Willem and his younger brother Peter. Shortly after that, Dutch took a job as a deep-sea diver in the North Sea, which was a dangerous profession, to say the least. Tired of the anxiety associated with deep-sea diving, Peggy signed up Dutch to participate in the Whitbread Round the World Race, which is an eightmonth trek around the world. “It’s a dangerous race for sure, but navigating the race against 15 other boats and Mother Nature was still better than deep-sea diving in the North Sea,” says Willem. As soon as Dutch started racing, Peggy moved the family back to her hometown of Coronado, where Willem and his brother Peter quickly took up sailing and racing through the Coronado Yacht Club Jr. Program. It was here that Willem got the itch to race that never left him. Growing up in Coronado, Willem and Peter were involved in various local sports and teams. Still, he found himself always gravitating back to the water and racing. Willem continued to sail and race throughout high school, and ultimately attended St. Mary’s College in Maryland, winning several National Championships in the process. Post-college, Willem returned to Coronado and began working with J World, an adult sailing school. As he was working at J World, Willem started having the itch to compete again. His first major competition was in 1998, racing the Lipton Cup regatta in San Diego Bay, being part of the winning eight-man crew helmed by Olympic Gold Medalist and Coronado local Robbie Haines. The Lipton Cup was the springboard for Willem to work with Robbie in additional races and this partnership opened the door for Willem’s professional racing career. Over 20 years later, he’s still enjoying the opportunity to sail at the highest level of competition. Willem is currently competing in Annapolis, Maryland for a threeweek race of the J70 Nood Regatta followed by the J70 North American Championships, which will feature over 60 boats. These competitions come on the heels of the Puerto Vallarta J70 Paradise Cup, which Willem and his crew won. As soon as the trip to Maryland concludes, Willem and the crew will be traveling back to Puerto Vallarta for the J70 Mexican Nationals. Mexican Nationals is a much smaller event, featuring 25 boats. Willem is 22
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• David Throop is a freelance writer from Coronado who now lives in Imperial Beach with his wife and child.
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• Photographer Tim Wilkes who captured the action photos featured in this article is a professional photographer living in Rochester, New York. For more information about Tim and his work, visit his website at TimWilkes.com.
Willem (center) with his partner Stephanie to his right and daughter Vela in his arms, pictured with other participants at the Coronado Yacht Club Sr. Sabot Regatta organized by Willem in 2015. PHOTO BY WILLEM VAN WAAY
excited to head back to Puerto Vallarta, and anticipates that the month’s highlight will be interacting with the people there. Traveling the world seeking out the best races and competitions has Willem away from home between 200 and 250 days a year. Still, he’s quick to thank his family, Stephanie, Vela and his parents, for always supporting his dream and profession and providing a true “North Star” to keep him on track. Willem also likes to point out that the mentorship from Jon Rogers and Robbie Haines, along with other Coronado Yacht Club members, has provided him with the guidance to continue to pursue his dreams at the highest levels. Clearly, there are countless lessons that these worldwide experiences have taught Willem over the years. Asked about what sailing and racing, in particular, have taught him, Willem replied, “If there’s anything I’ve learned about my successes and failures in racing, it’s easy to get discouraged when things don’t go your way. This philosophy is true in both life and racing. But keep your head down, believe in yourself, and be passionate. If you want it bad enough, almost anything is possible.” Discussing the highlights of his career and what he enjoys most about his time racing, Willem is fast to claim it’s the camaraderie with others, the thrill of racing and the excitement of winning. During his career, Willem has chalked up seven World Championships and 25 National, International and North American titles. In addition, Willem was recognized as a finalist for the 2019 Rolex Yachtsman of the Year for his incredible accomplishments. “Sailing is one of the few professional sports that experience trumps raw talent, and I’m fortunate to still be at it all these years later,” Willem said. “To think it all started as a kid racing sabots in Glorietta
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Get to Know the Local Maker Behind Socalsogood:
Chill, high-quality brand designed to make you look as good as you feel By Aly Lawson
What’s your name and what does Coronado mean to you? Hi. My name is Kristian De Laurentis. I have always been honored to say, “I was born in Coronado.” In fact, my dad and two younger brothers were also born here. We’re truly Coronado natives. Being part of a military family has given me the unique experience to have lived and traveled extensively throughout the world. It has been a most fulfilling experience, and I’ve immersed myself in so many different cultures and environments — but Coronado has a certain pull, a grasp on you. I’ve always come back to my hometown. Tell us about your business… I run and operate my own design business out of sunny Coronado, California. I don’t have a brick-and-mortar business but more of an online business, functioning through my website and various social media pages. I’ve been doing graphic design work for the past 15 years, but originally came up with the idea of my brand, Socalsogood, back in 2014.
graphic design background. How did you get started as an entrepreneur? I got involved with graphics at an early age while working as an apprentice alongside my uncle during my summer high school months. He had a sign business at the time and introduced me to the vector-based software as well as the ins and outs of being your own boss. We made some of the coolest banners together in addition to corporate signage and branding for some popular Coronado restaurants. This idea of working for yourself made an impact on me and I knew it was something I could accomplish. What types of products or services do you offer? I offer a wide variety of products and services — the main service being graphic design, which includes logo creation, apparel design, window graphics, banners, photography, laser cutting and engraving. As far as products go, I offer your new favorite T-shirts, hoodies, hats, lapel pins, ornaments, stickers, stationery, plus a new Etsy site that sells custom tiered trays… to name a few.
I launched the company that year when I came up with my first T-shirt design for the Fourth of July parade. That’s what started the whole branding idea. I initially wanted to come up with a design for the Fourth of July because many families and groups throughout Coronado wear a certain shirt for the holiday, and I was tired of not being able to find the right design that I liked. So I decided to use my design background and come up with something specific to Coronado. I’ve created a local following and fans always ask me what the next Fourth of July design will be.
What sort of equipment do you use to accomplish the designs you do and quality printing? Well, my job requires top-of-the-line machinery and programs such as the Adobe Creative Suite and vinyl-cutting software. Some of my other machines include a four-color screen-printing press, two heat presses (one for T-shirts and the other for hats), a 45-watt laser cutter, a vinyl plotter and my trusty PC computer to run all the programs incorporated with these machines.
What’s your education and experience? I studied graphic design and graduated from San Diego State University in 2011. I worked in a few print shops around San Diego and ultimately decided that working for myself was the best fit. Since working for myself I’ve been able to collaborate with other locals and share my highly imaginative, yet practical and functional,
What inspired your business name? The city and atmosphere of Coronado, combined with my travels around the world, has been the major inspiration for the creation of my artwork. I imagine, design and print custom garments and products that incorporate Southern California living: Socalsogood to be exact..
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Your website shares the thought, “Welcome to your new favorite T-shirt.” What does that phrase mean to you? I strive on printing quality garments, and I’m absolutely certain you’ll agree with me that my shirts live up to their name. I’ve always received positive feedback from my customers about the quality of my shirts and the quality of my prints. Ditch your old T-shirts and wear Socalsogood! What do you think the military and Coronado have What’s connection to Coronado? I haveCoronado many treasured taught youyour about being a business owner? has memories of Coronado. My family always came to staygrow at my always been known to be unique for helping businesses houseThe every summer and any time we had vacation via Auntie word ofViv’s mouth. loyal, local following donning myaworks break. My family moved from the Los Angeles area to Coronado and spreading the news has been one of my largest forms of when I was andbeing I’m a 1990 Coronado has High aSchool graduate. I marketing. And16,also that Coronado very strongBackcommunity East for seven years returned backtotogive Coronado knitlived military which hasand always wanted back in 2002 where I currently live with my two children. and support small businesses. What’s your business’ andasspecialty as well What’s a typical day likename for you you follow your as where are you located? What’s your position with passion? Wake up early. Make an espresso. Go through mythe company? The Mobile IV Medics goals for the day or company week andisstart checking things(MIVM) off theand list. it’s based here in California. MIVM currently serves many areas Creating on the daily is something I am good at and will always of California, Florida, Texas, Nevada — and it’s expanding its market have a place in my routine. to Hawaii, Georgia, and Illinois! I’m currently working as a nurse Where do youwithin see the yourcompany, business going concierge next andvitamin what IV practitioner providing services in the San Diego goals do you have? I havearea. goals of expanding my business to be run predominantly online and through e-commerce How did started? a personal need platforms asyour well organization as getting myget products intoFrom more Coronado actually. One of our co-founders was feeling ill and had heard of stores. I also want to create designs for other coastal Southern this type of service elsewhere. When he Googled it, nothing was California cities. around. He partnered with a lifelong best friend and pharmacist create Mobile IV Medics and T-shirt make this type for of service readily I’mtocurrently working on my next design this year’s accessible all. It will be available to purchase in the Fourth of Julyforparade. next month via my Facebook page and on the day of the parade YouVFW offer(Veterans COVID-19ofrapid testing, you also offer antibody at the Foreign Wars do organization building at testing? Yes, we currently offer both tests. 557 Orange Ave). I also have plans to launch an athleisure line, which consist apparel designed for workoutsWeandpivoted other by Howwilldid you of pivot during the pandemic? athletic activities — featuring reflective graphics but creating protocols to ensureversatile safety for our staff and patients, notalong limited to being worn at the gym or while exercising. The with keeping on top of patient care. We were able to really goalhelp is tothose neverwith stopmild creating cool stuff. symptoms of COVID-19 avoid the ER by givingtothem vitamin C, zinc, and vitamin D. It’s amazing Where find fluids, Socalsogood to hear the customer testimonials how their symptoms subsided socalsogood.com significantly after treatment. facebook.com/socalsogoods You offer a cold and flu drip -- that sounds great. What does it entail? Our cold and flu IV package is designed to help mitigate instagram.com/socalsogoods the symptoms of your illness and help shorten the lifespan of etsy.com/shop/socalsogood your cold or flu. We accomplish this through an expertly designed combination of essential nutrients and medicines. Each package etsy.com/shop/tiereddesigns contains: linkedin.com/in/kristian-de-laurentis-418b8393 What other IV drips are popular and why? We currently have •Aly Lawson is a freelance writer who lives in your own. to tailor around 17 different IV drips and it is possible Coronado with her husband and children.
Some of the more commonly requested IV drips are MIVM cocktail, hangover, and the immune boost. The MIVM cocktail has it all, including the max dosages of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory nutrients. The hangover bag speaks for itself. Nothing feels better than a boost of hydration, vitamin B complex and B-12, glutathione for inflammation and detox, and pain/ nausea medications if needed. The immune system boost does exactly that! With hydration, nutrients, and vitamins including vitamins B complex, B12, C, zinc and glutathione. This is a perfect bag to help support and rejuvenate your immune system. What do you feel your company provides overall to its clients? Convenience, pricing, and customer service. We make it effortless to book an appointment online or call/text our customer service department, and they’ll try to have a nurse to you hopefully within the hour. We priced our IV treatments to not include travel fees like other companies do, and our customer service is topnotch—starting from the point a patient contacts us to the nurse performing an IV. How did you get into this business? I have been working in the health industry for the past 24 years, providing patient care both as a registered nurse and nurse practitioner. I have an extremely wide variety of experience with adults and pediatrics, both as inpatient and out-patient care—much of that in the emergency department. I was looking for something I could add to my current career that I believed would be the best of both worlds. I have independence, autonomy, flexibility, and I’m providing a service that actually makes clients feel their best. Is there anything else you or your team would like to share? We want to help shift the paradigm and make this type of service available to anyone who needs it. Our goal is to help those in need. If you’re feeling ill, have morning sickness, migraines, or the occasional miscalculation of drinks, just give us a call at 833-IV-DRIPS (483-7477) and we will be there! The service is very personal and tailored to your needs. Many nurses have repeat customers and provide their personal phone number as a contact point. Find out more about MIVM and give them a try at MobileIVMedics.com.
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Crown City History I N C O L L A B O R AT I O N W I T H C O R O N A D O H I S T O R I C A L A S S O C I AT I O N
Coronado's Love of Golf B y C A R O L PA S T O R , C O R O N A D O H I S T O R I C A L A S S O C I AT I O N V O L U N T E E R
1900, the Hotel del Coronado construction was complete and the City of Coronado was incorporated. Times were changing, lots were being purchased, businesses were opening and development of housing was moving forward. John D. Spreckels now held the controlling interest of the Coronado Beach Company and the Hotel Del. With forward thinking, Mr. Spreckels developed a nine-hole golf course on the dunes where Ocean Boulevard sits today. Golf was an increasingly popular sport across the country at that time, with the U.S. Golf Association forming in 1894. Mr. Spreckels saw the opportunity to attract visitors to the Hotel Del with a space dedicated to the relaxed sport. One ad touted: “Golf can be played at Coronado every day in the year. It is never too cold in winter and never too hot in summer to indulge in this as well as most other sports in Coronado. The golf course of the Coronado Country Club is the best in Southern California; it is three thousand yards in length and quite sporty.” As development in the city continued, a new course was laid out in the Country Club area, so-called because of the Coronado Country Club, which existed until 1952. By 1912, the course was expanded to an 18-hole site. That was changed once again in 1944, when the Navy needed part of that land for temporary housing during World War II. When the Country Club closed in 1952, the area was developed into a large residential housing site that still exists today. It wasn’t until 1956 that the city developed the present municipal golf course on Glorietta Bay. The course was laid out to run along the newly developed tideland area, which also follows along Glorietta Boulevard. The highly anticipated new course had many in the community pitching in. Up to 250 palm trees were transplanted from the yards of residents across the village. Construction on the clubhouse was completed in 1957. It included the pro shop, snack bar, restrooms and storage. During opening day, Mayor President William Howard Taft plays golf at Coronado Country Coleman Gray happily proceeded with Club. c. 1915. Coronado Historical Association Collection. the “first drive.” The following year, the Coronado Men’s Golf Club and the Women’s Club were formed. With spectacular views of the bridge and bay, the Coronado Golf Course became a favorite place to play. John
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Ruedi became the head PGA pro for the club in 1965. Many of you who still reside here will remember the days of John Ruedi. He was with us until the 1990s, when he retired in 1995. The construction of the Coronado Bridge brought forth more changes to the course, including the restructuring of the first nine holes. The clubhouse has also been remodeled several times. The newest club house is bigger and better than ever. It provides more outdoor seating for food service, along with that spectacular view. The course has been played by many foreign visitors as well as our own presidents; the first being Howard Taft and the most recent, Bill Clinton. Friendly staff members have always graciously helped visiting players obtain dinner reservations, given directions and presented smiling faces. Not a bad way to spend a day on the course in sunny Coronado.
Coronado Country Club & Golf House. 1906.
Golfers on Coronado Golf Course looking west toward the Hotel del Coronado, the Coronado Yacht Club, and the Boat House. 1950s.
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• Clyde Van Arsdall is a third generation Coronado local, a chef and storyteller. For more stories and follow-ups to his articles go to www.oliveavenuesupperclub.com.
(Below) Grilled quail marinated in fresh orange juice, thyme, onions and garlic. (Right) Marble mix potatoes: Purple Peruvian, Santina Gold, Russian Banana and Rose Fin Apple Fingerling.
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Season meats liberally as a lot will fall off while grilling.
Aurora Pacific Oysters.
Purple orange cauliflower. Pickledand Shrimp, a Southern staple.
AROUND TOWN | C H R I ST I N E VAN T U Y L
I’ve got a pretty good life for a bulldog. I have two big sisters, a nice mom and dad and I even have my own pet rabbit. My family loves me a lot; they even sing a special song to me when I wake up in the morning. (I’m usually the last to rise.) I enjoy barking at the vacuum, picking fights with the blender and racing around the pool in my life vest trying to pop my family’s inflatables. You should also know that I hate trash bags. My favorite scent is bacon, and my proudest accomplishment is destroying a new slip-n-slide in less than ten minutes. I’m an expert napper, and if you can’t find me, just listen for my snores…I’m probably basking in the sun. Although I’ll never pass up a solid snuggle on the couch, sometimes it’s good to get out of the house. Here are some of my favorite places to visit!
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ST I N GR AY P OI NT This is one of my favorite places to play, and one of the few word combinations I know. Stingray Point is cool because it’s kind of hard to get to, and that makes it special. You either have to have a boat or a dinghy or a paddleboard, or you can hike across the golf course and try not to get nailed by a golf ball. I don’t like to walk and I’m not the best swimmer, so my family transports me by dinghy. I love sinking my paws into the wet sand and finding a friend to play with. Most dogs at this beach are very friendly, and their parents don’t care if you eat their snacks or roll around on their beach blankets. In fact, I think they like it. I love how calm the water is; there are no big waves to knock me over. Stingray Point is also a great place to dig a large hole. All in all, aside from the bath I will be forced to take—I’m not keen on baths—Stingray Point is a great outing. Stingray Point | Adjacent to the Coronado Golf Course on Glorietta Bay
N AT E ’S D O G PA RK AT BA LBOA PA RK This is a very social dog park. When you walk in, other dogs run right up to you and want to play. At first, I was a little freaked out, because I don’t like it when other people don’t respect my personal space. But after a while I made two friends, a boxer named Beau and another Bulldog named Kona. This park is neat because it’s right in Balboa Park, which has lots of grass and trees. This means it is very green, and that makes it pretty. This park is all gated in and safe, all 2.3 acres of it, so my mom wasn’t worried about me and just let me run free. (She always thinks I’m going to run into the road or something.) My mom talked with a bunch of the other parents, so they must have been nice. When I got thirsty, there was this little dog fountain where I could drink fresh, cool water. I hope mom takes me here again. Next time I will be more prepared to be social. (In case you are wondering, this dog park is named for former San Diego city employee Nate Wells. He must have been a really cool guy.) Nate’s Dog Park | 2500 Balboa Drive | San Diego, CA 92103
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CORONAD O D OG B EAC H This has got to be the happiest place on Earth. I couldn’t believe my eyes the first time my parents took me here. A whole entire beach…just for dogs! And it’s only two minutes away from my house. This place was packed with other happy dogs, just like me. Everyone was smiling…even the parents. No one seemed to care how sandy or wet their dog got, which was great because I like getting sandy and wet, especially when I’m hot! I met another bulldog and we got along great. (Are you catching on? Yes, we always seek out others of our kind.) It’s very pretty here, and my parents liked the big ocean views…you can see all the way from Point Loma to the Hotel Del. The best part? This beach offers leash-free romps all year round. It makes my tail wag just thinking about it! Coronado Dog Beach | 100 Ocean Blvd | Coronado, CA 92118
CORONAD O C AYS D OG PAR K At first I wasn’t sure what to make of this grassy, six-acre dog park in the Coronado Cays. It’s right along the road and you can see Silver Strand Beach in the distance. Mom was a little worried I would run into the street, but of course I did not, because I want to live to be ten. There are some park benches and nice, big trees for shade. The warm sun felt great on my fur, and I loved the smell of the sea breeze blowing in from the beach. There’s also a huge stretch of bright, green grass, perfect for playing and rolling. There was a group of dogs from a doggy day care, and they all knew each other, but let me play with them. Overall, this is a jolly good park and a perfect place to make some new friends. I hope that I get to come back. The grass at this park was top-notch! Coronado Cays Dog Park Coronado Cays Blvd, south of Grand Caribe Causeway
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DE L M AR D OG B EAC H It took us a while to get here, but I took a nap in the car, so I didn’t mind. The drive was worth it…what a cool place! This beach is situated on the north side of the San Dieguito River Lagoon, offering up shallow, calm waters for dogs to splash around in. My sister liked wading around in it too! You can also cruise right up to the surf if playing in the waves is your thing! There are a few short hiking trails around, including one that leads to an overlook at James Scripps Bluff Preserve. One thing to remember: in summer months, they make us wear our leashes. So enjoy the freedom while you can! Del Mar Dog Beach | 3200 Camino Del Mar | Del Mar, CA 92014
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LIFESTYLE | BY KARYN FRAZIER + JESSICA NICOLLS
Mixing
Wood Tones By Jessica Nicolls + Karyn Frazier Photos by Samantha Goh Photography
ood tones are a wonderful way to add warmth into a space and can make such a beautiful statement. There is a careful balance when mixing different wood tones into a room.Too much of one tone can make a design look flat, while too much of a variety can feel busy. Finding the perfect balance of tones to highlight and blend can be tricky, but we have some tips for finding the sweet spot. 1 | Start with the most prominent wood tone. Usually this is the flooring throughout the house. This can be a big decision as it will determine what other wood tones can be pulled into the space. If the flooring is a tile, the prominent wood tone could be in the cabinetry or a furniture piece. 2 | Identify the underlying tones in your main wood tone. There are quite a few different lighter and darker strands through a piece of wood. Some tones will be warmer and some will be cooler depending on the type of wood. We like to choose a light tone, a medium tone and a dark tone to create a palette for the space. 3 | Once all your tones have been identified it is time to start blending all the wood tones together! For example, in our Starpark Project we started with a lighter oak floor (our prominent wood tone), then blended in the island with a warmer, richer oak tone. This transition is subtle, but creates contrast between the floor and the island. Next we layered in a dark walnut finished table with black stained chairs for the dramatic pop. • Karyn Frazier and Jessica Nicolls are the owners of the interior design firm Bungalow 56. 42
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Warmer wood flooring, lighter wood island for a clean Scandinavian look.
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The outdoor space is peaceful and relaxing with soothing views of the Coronado Golf Course and cool bay breezes. 46
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The bacon sliders and fish tacos are tasty and filling. And you can't beat the price!
The crispy calamari is a favorite of persnickety crustacean eaters from around the island.
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Diners will savor every last bite of this refreshing salad. Don't forget the goat cheese croquettes, bursting with goodness!
I N T H E G A R D E N | S O F I A ' S FA I R Y G A R D E N
On March 13, 2020 America went into full lockdown. Attending school, going to work and seeing friends would be different. In the first month of lockdown the friendship between my neighbor Gillian and me bloomed. We were two elementary school kids who could only go on walks with a mask. We were always bored and trying to find things to do. One day we went on a walk and passed by a fairy garden which gave us an idea. Why not create a fairy garden to share with the community? It would keep us busy, so we wouldn’t get bored! Creating our fairy garden became our ongoing project. The joy of sharing this creation with my best friend and the community has made me super happy. Over the month our fairy garden was full of leaves, so we found out how to keep it nice and clean. Every week we take out the leaves and spiderwebs that nature sends, then switch all of the positions of our items. Even nature loves our fairy garden a bit too much! We also make sure to update our monthly decorations, which has been very fun! One fun thing about owning a fairy garden is getting new or old items; we get to paint them and find a place for them in our fairy garden. The thing I enjoy most is knowing that people of all ages are excited to come check out our garden, and to see that our tiny little fairy garden can put smiles on peoples’ faces. I am surprised at how much our small community has contributed to our fairy garden. We are forever grateful! One day Gillian and I went out front to check on our creation and we found a brand new fairy item that was not ours: a mystery giver left it overnight! Little did we know that every day of that week we would receive a surprise item. This gave us an idea. What if we can make items and expand our project every week? Month after month, our fairy garden grew. But our fairy garden was not the only thing that grew. New fairy gardens popped up around town. Now, you can enjoy walking around Coronado spotting new fairy gardens, each unique in their own way.
• Sofia Grace Maggioni is a 10-year-old girl who attends Coronado Village Elementary school and lives in Coronado with her mother and father.
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The joy of sharing this creation with my best friend, Gillian, and the community has made me super happy. - Sofia Maggioni
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By Heather Canton
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son, Jonathan (14) and Carol’s daughter, Noeme (12) are close like cousins. It’s true: small towns foster friendships. Cultivating and maintaining childhood bonds is easier when companions are close. As adults, it takes more effort. The best-friends say that making time, consistent communication and support for each other has helped their relationship stand the test of time. Carol says roller-skating in Coronado is therapeutic for the trio. “It feels good to get outside, breathe fresh air, clear my mind, put some good tunes on and roll all over this city with my besties!” Larissa adds, roller-skating “challenges our minds and our bodies. When we started, we did three miles and now we are up to 6.2 miles. We set little goals on tricks and moves. We love ‘geeking-out’ on the gear, outfits and new locations to try.” Pairing their safety gear with cute outfits and lacing up their roller skates to hit the town together every week has brought the trio together because it is something they mutually enjoy. Larissa encourages others to “find something that brings you joy and rally your besties to join!”
PHOTOS COURTESY OF KINA FOWLER
greatest thing about being a part of the Coronado community is the wonderful friendships that are formed. In this story, we follow three lifelong friends who inspire us to get outdoors and do something fun together! Kina Fowler, Larissa Gabrielson and Carol Lumahan treasure their friendship of 30 years. They spent much of their carefree childhood in Coronado with sandy toes and tanned skin, going to the beach, flirting with the surfers. Today, they regularly rollerskate around town, enjoying local life as best-friends. As adults, with kids of their own, they’re still having a blast here! “There is so much to do! What’s not to love?!” exclaims Kina about her hometown. Larissa describes their routine, agreeing with Kina that the island has so much to offer and explore. “We can go rollerskating early in the morning and get a great cardio workout. Then, we usually head over to the Hotel Del for lunch and a cocktail.” The trio still catch tans on the beach together. They enjoy dinner at The Brigantine (the “Brig”) and sunset walks at dog beach. Carol adds, “Coronado is a magical place with so much history. It is a safe and welcoming place to all.” As kids, their parents were all very close and now their children are growing up together. Kina’s daughter, Keanna (16), Larissa’s
• Heather Canton grew up in Coronado and publishes Crown City Magazine for her hometown. She is a proud mother of two children and graduate of UCSD. (This Page): Lifelong friends Kina, Larissa and Carol having a blast together outdoors while roller-skating in Balboa Park, Crown Point and Coronado. CROWNCITYMAGAZINE.COM
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Hana Granillo cruises the Coronado Cays on a stand up paddleboard in a photo taken by Stacy Childers Photography.
“Live in the sunshine, swim the sea, drink the wild air.” — RALP H WALDO EMERSON
