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COVER
Model Kaitlin Kuisle, carrying a pumpkin-like umbrella, was photographed for our cover by Tehara Tweed wearing a dress from Plato’s Closet. Tehara shot Classical Academy models wearing more fashions from Plato’s Closet. The fashions Photo of the new Palomar Medical Center courtesy of David Cox, DPR Construction.
were styled by Jalen Turnage and shot near the fountain at
Health Care Where You Are
Escondido City Hall. SUMMER 2013
Board
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Escondido City Magazine
Directors
Kathy Rubesha, President Rubesha Properties, LLC
Co-Editor Kathy Rubesha
David Barkin, CFO David R. Barkin, Esq.
Co-Editor Thora Guthrie
Jim Rady, Ex Oficio Voluntary Member
The doctors of AHP Family Medicine Escondido have been providing care in this community for more than 50 years and are committed to excellence. Our new office is conveniently located on Valley Parkway in downtown Escondido, directly across from the Palomar Health Downtown Campus.
Creative Editor Thora Guthrie
Fran Ronalds The Sculpture Salon
Russel Buzard, D.O.
Wendy Wilson Escondido Municipal Gallery eDBA
Kenneth Altschuler, M.D.
Copy Editor Chris Anderson
Staff:
Connie Braun Accountant Marie Pegram Farmers’ Market Manager
Escondido CITY Magazine is published quarterly by the Escondido Downtown Business Association (eDBA), a 501(c) (6) non-profit, mutual benefit corporation, created in 1962. The eDBA is a membershipbased organization with a volunteer Board of Directors and numerous committees committed to cultivating a vibrant, historic Downtown. The eDBA’s mission is to create and nurture a healthy economic and cultural environment through community, culture and commerce. The eDBA will consider submissions of articles deemed to be of interest to our readership. Advertising: Contact Thora Guthrie at 760-715-3230 or thora@downtownescondido.com
Contributors: Teri Allesandro Thora Guthrie Heather Harshman Jaime Kautsky Maria Marks Pat Mues Tehara Tweed Jalen Turnage Norma Wasdell Escondido Downtown Business Association 262 E. Grand Ave. Ste E, Escondido, CA 92025 760.740.0658 info@downtownescondido.com www.downtownescondido.com Office Hours By Appointment Only
Arch Health Partners (AHP) is growing to meet your needs! With the opening of Arch Health Partners Family Medicine Escondido and the addition of seven family medicine physicians, AHP is bringing high-quality health care to you.
Mark Hubbard, M.D.
Plus, by choosing an AHP primary care physician there’s no longer a need to travel to the coast for emergency or hospital services. All AHP patients have access to the New Palomar Medical Center, as well as all other Palomar Health facilities. Whether you are currently a patient of one of our new providers, or if you are looking for a new primary care physician that offers personal comprehensive care in your neighborhood, choose Arch Health Partners. Visit www.ArchHealth.org or call 760.294.2266.
Thomas Naegeli, M.D.
Veena Prabhakar, D.O.
Richard Ricci, M.D.
Pany Robinson, M.D.
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Grape Day Celebration: 5K, Parade, Festival, and Wine & Craft Beer Pavillion!
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Grape Day started in 1908 as a way
Schedule of Events
to celebrate Escondido’s grape harvest and promote the city. It flourished until 1950 and
7:30 am Escondido Sunrise Rotary Grape Day
was revived by the Escondido History Center
5K. www.sandyfeetevents.com/grape-day-5k/
in 1996. This year the festivities take place on Saturday, September 7th.
9:30 am Grape Day Parade Along Grand Avenue in Downtown Escondido
As part of Escondido’s 125th Anniversary,
The whimsical parade features marching
the City of Escondido is partnering with the
bands, walking groups, equestrians and historic
Escondido History Center, the Escondido
automobiles.
Sunrise Rotary and the California Center for the Arts, Escondido to present a local wine
9:30 am-4 pm Grape Day Festival, Grape
and craft beer tasting experience concurrent
Day Park The Grape Day Festival includes live
with the Grape Day Festival. Inside the
entertainment, kids’ activities, grape stomping,
pavilion, multi-instrumentalist Adrienne Nims
food trucks, and fun for the whole family.
will perform, the California Center for the
Go to www.escondidohistory.org for more
Arts will lead an interactive art project and
information.
San Diego Zoo Global Conservation’s cork recycling team will have fun games and prizes.
11 am - 3 pm Grape Day Wine and Craft
A portion of the tasting pavilion proceeds will
Beer Tasting Pavilion
benefit the Escondido History Center. $20 advance purchase. $25 day of event (check Don’t miss this festive day of food, wine,
or cash only). Includes logo wine glass and
entertainment and fun!
tickets to be used toward tastings. 21 and over only, please. IDs will be checked upon entry (no infants, children or pets).
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CONTENTS
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Escondido businesses in the news and winning awards
MAKING HEADLINES
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
The Wedge returns to Downtown Escondido
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CITY NEWS
Information on activities and developments by the City of Escondido
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LOCAL PERSONALITY
Corey Mann on healing Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
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GIVING BACK
Cuties for a Cause raise funds for local charities
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DINING GUIDE
Where to dine in and around Escondido
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REAL ESTATE REPORT
Local realtor remarks on changes in the real estate market
36 CALENDAR What’s happening in and around Escondido
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LOCAL LISTING
Local restaurants and galleries
FEATURES 14 DISCOVERING DEL DIOS A look at Escondido’s creative community of Del Dios STORY NORMA WADDELL
PHOTOS TEHARA TWEED
20 BACK IN CLASS Fall Fashion ideas from a young, local design student STORY JALEN TURNAGE
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ASIA BOUND: JAPAN
Heather Harshman travels to Japan with husband Dale & young Christian
PHOTOS AND STORY HEATHER HARSHMAN
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LOCAL FEED STORES
Long-time locals give their perspectives on their lives in Escondido STORY JAIME KAUTSKY
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PHOTOS TEHARA TWEED & MARIA MARKS
STROLL. SIP. NIBBLE.
Sampling offerings on patios at downtown restaurants STORY PAT MUES PHOTOS TEHARA TWEED
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Background photo shot by Tehara Tweed in a Del Dios yard for article on page 14.
MAKING HEADLINES
Loft Hair Design competes in Vegas The Loft Hair Design & Skin Care announced that Level 4 Stylist Samantha Gray was a finalist at Wella’s International Trend Vision in Las Vegas in July. Gray was one of 7 finalists out of 1000 applicants in the United States. The Loft’s whole team traveled to Vegas to cheer her on as she competed in the color category, creating the design pictured below. International Trend Vision competition offers young stylists and talented colorists across the globe a chance to showcase their passion and talent to the world. The competition celebrates the skills of pioneering stylists with an inherent sense of originality and stylists demonstrating their skills and creativity. Over 2,000 attendees cheered for finalists competing for the Gold, Silver and Bronze in each of several categories at The Mirage Hotel and Casino. Gray attended Pasadena City College Cosmetology program and became licensed in 2001. Relocating to Oceanside, she assisted Andrew Dale studying Sassoon haircutting. She began her tenure at The Loft Hair Design in 2004, and became the Director of Education in 2005. She is in charge of managing and directing the education programs from Assistant through Advanced classes. She has also been creative lead for many fashion shows and photo shoots and worked backstage at New York and Los Angeles Fashion weeks as part of the Bumble and Bumble and Wella teams.
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Vintana named “Best New Restaurant 2013” by California Restaurant Association Earlier this month, inland North County’s premier fine dining venue, Vintana, took home one of the biggest honors bestowed to any restaurant in the San Diego culinary industry: the California Restaurant Association (CRA) awarded the Escondido venue the Gold Medallion award for “Best New Restaurant 2013” at the 29th annual gala and charity auction with more than 1,200 people in attendance.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
Experience the perfection of local fare at The Wedge on Grand Avenue On Saturday, October 12th, pop the cork and tantalize your taste buds at The Wedge, a culinary playground where food, beer, and wine enthusiasts unite. Restaurants and cheese artisans will be sharing their creations as attendees are entertained by live music from the award winning band, “Talk Like June.” Many acclaimed San Diego wineries and breweries that will be participating. The Wedge debuted two years ago with over 2,000 attendees and has quickly become a staple in the community, attracting visitors from throughout San Diego County. Many of the restaurants and cheese artisans support the Slow Food Movement, which allows customers to feel confident that the food is nutritious, friendly to planet and ecosystems, and promotes biodiversity. “Much of the San Diego region’s farm to table movement is produced in the hills and valleys surrounding Escondido and yet we didn’t have any way of highlighting our local abundance. Our goal with this event is to bring people into our downtown and increase awareness of all that our ‘hidden valley’ has to offer,” Shawna Cruise, chairperson of The Wedge said.
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The area businesses join in celebrating the hospitality of food and drink by opening their doors from 2-6 pm to the festivities, hosting specialty cheeses paired with beers and wines from San Diego area breweries and local wineries. Many of the Downtown Escondido restaurants will also add flare to the tasting experience. Experience the perfection of locally grown and bask in the blending of authentic cultures while enjoying the businesses of Downtown Grand and the excuse to indulge. Meet the local culinary personalities, chefs, sommeliers, brewmasters and other talent when they come together amidst an impressive farm to table basket of treats. Also downtown business offerings will be raffled off. There are two ticket options for the event. Tickets for $35.00, ($45.00 after October 9, 2013) will provide guests with a passport to savor the full experience of beer, wine, restaurants, and cheese. Tickets for guests who opt for cheese and restaurants only - no alcohol - are $20.00 ($25.00 after October 9, 2013). Purchase online at www. wedgeescondido.com.
CITY NEWS
Plans underway for Escondido’s 125th Anniversary Celebration October 8 marks Escondido’s 125th anniversary as an incorporated city. A community event commemorating the city’s quasquicentennial will be held on Sunday, October 6, from 1 - 4 p.m. in Grape Day Park. The event will include familyfriendly games and activities, historic photo displays, special presentations, and more. “When Escondido incorporated in 1888, it was a small but bustling town of less than 1,200 people,” said Escondido Mayor Sam Abed, remarking
on the city’s upcoming milestone. “Since then, it has grown and established itself as a vibrant place to live, a destination for visitors and a prominent economic hub in North County. We are proud of our history, and proud of what we are today - a great city with small town charm. I look forward to sharing this festive occasion with our community.”
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Event partners include the City of Escondido, Escondido History Center, Escondido Chamber of Commerce, Escondido Downtown Business Association, and Visit Escondido. For more information visit www.happybirthday.escondido.org.
Visit Escondido Opens Visitors Center on Grand Avenue For the past several years, Escondido’s visitor bureau services, known as “Visit Escondido,” have been provided by the Escondido Chamber of Commerce through a contract with the City of Escondido. The organization’s most recent Executive Director, Katherine Zimmer, has made outstanding progress in promoting Escondido’s diverse attractions and amenities. On July 1, 2013, Katherine Zimmer joined the City Manager’s Office staff as the new Tourism and Marketing Administrator As part of the City’s increased emphasis on economic development, the City decided to provide visitors bureau services directly. According to Joyce Masterson, Director of Economic Development and Community relations, “Visit Escondido plays an important role in helping Escondido achieve its economic development goals. Having Katherine join our staff will ensure greater coordination with the City’s economic development staff as well as all of our local leisure and hospitality stakeholders.” With this new reorganization, the “Visit Escondido” office has
moved to 235 E. Grand Avenue, where it shares space with the Escondido Police Storefront. This prime location in downtown Escondido will give the office greater exposure and visibility to visitors, particularly during Cruisin’ Grand and other special events in downtown Escondido. “Successful destination management in this era of social media, global competition, and shorter vacation planning cycles requires a tourism brand to be inviting and intriguing, while offering diverse options in activities and attractions… Escondido has a lot of uniquely varied experiences – something for everyone,” says Katherine Zimmer.
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Visit Escondido has been gaining momentum in recent months through marketing, social media, and editorial exposure, and by building collaborative relationships with its stakeholders to leverage their unique experiences. For more information about Visit Escondido go to visitescondido.com and connect on Facebook.com/ VisitEscondido and Twitter @ VisitEscondido.com.
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From victim to healer, one Veteran aims at curing PTSD
Corey Mann
HOME ESCONDIDO Story by Thora Guthrie
OCCUPATION VETERAN, ENTREPRENEUR
Photo by Maria Marks
Corey Mann wasn’t sure why he was feeling so awful, so negative, so mad. He had a tough time relating to his friends and family, and they didn’t know how to help. With no other resources, Mann began his own healing, combining techniques and treatments, adjusting them as he began to feel normal little by little. Now he wants to help soldiers across the country recover from these symptoms of combat. Corey Mann had been just 19, a former Carlsbad High basketball player, studying communications at MiraCosta College and working in a pizza joint, when he suddenly found himself dressed in fatigues with a rifle over his shoulder. It was 2003 and he had been called from the reserves to active duty in Iraq. Assigned to a special military police detachment sent to establish the first Bagdad Police Academy and Police Station, Mann taught democratic policing and human rights to the new Iraqi officers, quickly earning their deep respect. The feeling was mutual. The men showed their appreciation with food and medals and even turned to Mann when they needed a flag designed for their new station. The same week he was called to duty, his grandfather had died. Corey told his mother that when he arrived in Iraq, a huge feeling descended upon him that his grandfather’s spirit was there “to watch over me and bring me home safely.” But just weeks later, an insurgent launched an RPG (rocket-propelled grenade) at the spot where Mann was working, sending him flying through an open window. There were other similar close calls, but he completed his one-year tour in Bagdad with a persistent ringing in his ears and driven by the will to do what he had to do as a soldier. He says, “It was war. We had to survive.” Mann returned to the U.S. But instead of a happy homecoming and a return to normal life, he found himself filled with anxiety, fear and depression. He had put his life on the line for his country and now he was in his own personal nightmare, “dragging bottom” with no sign of help. Eventually a diagnosis came, officially 110% disabled due to post traumatic stress syndrome (PTSD) and level 2 traumatic brain injury (TBI). 10
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He spent most of the next few years trying to sleep away his symptoms unsuccessfully. Then he started to wake up. He wrote on his walls. He says he started to rebuild himself “thought by thought” and through drawing and meditation. Out with the negative thoughts. Holding onto anything positive. Over the past two years, in addition to his own self-healing, Mann began working with others with an interest in healing techniques for PTSD. His work with combat veteran and energy healer Sue Henson, who served with the 24th Infantry Division during Desert Storm, has resulted in the development of a “Vibrational Facilitator App” designed to provide instant relief from panic, anxiety, outbursts, and other symptoms that characterize PTSD. The App will include an interactive tool that can be pre-programmed to prevent future episodes. Mann says that the app will “eventually have more features to alleviate even more symptoms.” Mann is also writing a book entitled “God Frequency: How To Heal PTSD With The Law of Attraction.” Mann says he wants to “reach every nation worldwide, reducing suicides and bringing relief to the millions of sufferers of PTSD and their families, returning them back into society, functioning at their normal level.” He says, “PTSD is not limited to combat veterans either. It affects everyone impacted by the violence that has become so rampant in our society. “ He says, “A super-sensitivity was one symptom of my PTSD and it haunted me until recently. Now I realize that it is a spiritual gift to help others.”
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Cuties for a Cause – Pin Up’s Passion to Story by Teri Alasantro Photography by Gunslinger Photography
Cuties for a Cause is committed to harnessing the impeccable power of femininity to make a difference. Celestina Griego founded the organization through a deep commitment and desire to enrich people’s lives through community service. The mission statement was created through her passion “to empower women everywhere to bring out their “Inner Pin Up.” Our volunteers are real women with real curves and big hearts.We want to encourage others to nurture their inner beauty by being active in their community.”
Cuties for a Cause is a San Diego based, 501(c)3 certified non-profit organization that partners with one local charity each year. They help raise money and awareness for those in need through fundraising efforts and the art of pinup. This year, Cuties for a Cause has partnered with Meals 4
Hunger, dedicated to eradicating hunger around the world. Through their annual giving, Cuties for a Cause organizes and participates in four events per year, donates proceeds from the events to the charity, and advertises in various media outlets and through their impressive fan club.
Pinups, and Body Art, is an upcoming event set to hit Escondido and will feature artists from around the world. ArtHatch and Distinction Gallery have hosted the event for the last three years, and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to Distinction’s annual art scholarship for Palomar College students.
Picnic In Heels at the Deer Park Winery and Auto Museum was a recent fundraising event. Some of the best Gourmet Food Trucks were invited to participate and offer participants delicious samples of their popular cuisine. Meltdown, Pierogi and GreenGo Grilled Cheese Gastro were some of the food trucks that attended the event. Upcoming events include combining efforts with Meals 4 Hunger to feed the homeless throughout San Diego County.
One of the greatest ongoing traditions in San Diego County is Cruisin’ Grand in Escondido. The infamous “Rumblefest” attracts vintage car enthusiasts hungry to relive the nostalgia of this epic era. Every Friday night from April through September, the longstanding event draws over 5,000 visitors eager to check out more than 500 classic beauties. The hot spot was awarded “Best Car Cruise in the Nation” and is known to fans as Hot Rod Heaven. Crusin’ Grand will be showcasing a special line-up for the Immortalized event. The finest and most unique rat rods and customs will be displayed from all over Southern California. Some of the cars that will be featured are by
Cuties for a Cause frequently volunteer to promote the timeless classic car community. Immortalized Together Forever: Hot Rods,
Pictured above, back row left to right, Michele Del Ray, Dollface Janel, Kaddie O’Keefe; front row, left to right is Celestina May and TigerLily. On opposite page is Dollface Janel. Pictured at left is the author’s aunt Marilyn Minnix posed on her Ford in the 1950s. 12
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Drive Change Chick Kosziz, Hot Rods and Custom Stuff, and Super Rides by Jordan. The Immortalized Opening Reception on August 9th will include live music from some outstanding rockabilly bands, a pinup contest, a classic car show, food and drinks provided by Stone Brewery, Vinz Wine Bar, and decadent desserts from EscoGelato. Cuties for a Cause will be mingling with the crowd and be available for pictures. The exhibition runs from August 7 - September 7, 2013 For more information on Cuties for a Cause or to make a donation please visit www.cutiesforacause.com or email info@cutiesforacause.com.
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Discovering Del Dios
Creativity reigns at Story by Norma Waddell Photos by Tehara Tweed
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ituated on the northeast shores of Lake Hodges, nestled at the base of Mount Israel, lies a community bordering Escondido known as Del Dios. Originally, it was called Campo Del Del Dios, which loosely translated means “Home of the Gods.” And to the residents here it is an accurate description. What began in the 1930’s as weekend fishing cabins has grown into an eclectic conglomeration of houses as unique as the residents themselves. Take a look at this unusual area and some of its residents.
You won’t find any homeowners associations in Del Dios. In fact some of the roads are still unpaved. Nor do they have street lights or sidewalks. What you will find, however, is a group of homes and people that have melded into a solid community, dedicated to maintaining a simple way of life. Over a period of roughly 80 years, this grouping of approximately 180 homes has managed to remain separate from surrounding cities. Area water comes from a well and is maintained by a water association where each homeowner has a share. They have a town council which meets monthly, with quarterly meetings open to the residents. At those meetings, owners and renters alike address local issues, from fire safety to the annual Christmas party. It is a bit of the country surrounded by the city. In fact, many of the locals refer to it as “The Bubble” for that reason. The local firehouse, which has now become a community center of sorts, is maintained and supported through fund raising events held several times a year. A wall in the firehouse is even dedicated to residents that have passed away and is known simply as the “Gone Fishing” wall. Currently a group of volunteers is working to restore the vintage fire truck, once the only means of fighting a local fire, with the hope of driving it one Friday evening to Crusin’ Grand. Del Dios residents find out what’s going on with their neighbors daily via an internet bulletin board called the Del Dios Bull. But it doesn’t stop there. In the event of a disaster, it is a cohesive group of people
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“Home of the Gods”
“...an eclectic conglomeration of houses as unique as the residents themselves.”
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dedicated to helping neighbors and the community as a whole. It is estimated that, during the Witch Creek Fire, volunteers fed close to 200 fire fighters every day for more than a week at the local firehouse. As a result of living in such a natural and inspiring environment, these homeowners have found unique and creative ways of expressing themselves, from an all-steel circular home which passers by simply call “the space ship” to a variety of unique gardens.
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Tired of fighting the ever-present termites, Barry and Micke Mastro decided they’d had enough, so they opted to use steel when it came time to design and build a new house (right around the old one). The result is something that looks like a space ship, but is a perfect blend of new and old, and a bit like the homeowners themselves. The open expanse of living area allows them to appreciate the magnificent view and still be functional, with a huge kitchen island made to resemble a wooden surfboard. In the finishing stages the couple and their artist
Leaving Escondido, heading toward the coast via Rancho Santa Fe takes you along the beautiful Del Dios Highway. Valley Parkway becomes Del Dios Highway just past El Norte Parkway. Your first left (on on ????? street takes you down into the hamlet of Del Dios and Lake Hodges. You can wind your way along the lake, then head out of town at the west end and continue along Del Dios Highway. The highway winds along through classic California rural hillsides, past the lake and the dam. You can park at the dam, if you like, and set out on foot along the hiking trails for a bit. Past the dam lies the riverbed mostly hidden beneath eucalyptus and willow trees. Further on the hillsides and valleys become dotted, then more crowded with enormous homes, in communities like Cielo, and The Crosby, commonly referred to as “McMansion Valley.” Then the road winds up into Rancho Santa Fe, past some lush remaining orange groves and stately yards hidden behind eucaluptus trees. If thirst or hunger strike while you are exploring this old California country road, there are only a few options. At the west end of Del Dios, Hernandez Hideaway is just that -- a hideaway popular with locals, mountain bikers and other who yearn for a margarita or Mexican food off the beaten path. Further on, just before CieloVillage, there is a fruit stand that sells flowers and fresh, local fruits in season. Then there is Cielo Bistro in beautiful Cielo Village. Cielo Events opened the bistro in July of this year, as part of their plan to transform the idyllic Italian-style village into a hot spot for weddings, corporate events and catering. Cielo Bistro offers quick service for breakfast, lunch and snacks as well as a wide range of organic espresso specialty drinks. They are open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.1 p.m. If you get there on a Friday, Cielo Bistro hosts a happy hour from 4 to 7 pm at Terrazo Amore, next door, where you can enjoy expansive views of from their large patio as the sun sets over the valley below.
friends are now using a variety of skills to design an interior which reflect Barry’s love of Moby Dick and Micke’s love of champagne. Larry and Sue Kluey employed a classic yet simple design in their cozy cottage. Larry, a local handyman and Sue, a local realtor combined her love of colored glass and beads in their home with his ability to turn trash into art in their gardens. While the results are sometimes funny, Larry incorporates things he picks up here and there for practical use as well. Like the huge bell which sits
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atop his property. It could be rung to alert neighbors of an emergency or maybe just a barbeque. Claudia Foster’s Garden is simply for enjoyment. With the help of husband Richard and some local artists, Claudia turned her studio and gardens into an eclectic mix of old and older. Claudia’s lakeside bungalow is one of the older original homes in the area. Built during the wood shortage of World War II, the original homeowner used wood salvaged from an old
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shipwreck found on a San Diego beach. Dedicated to preserving that tradition, Claudia incorporates only discarded items into her garden, combining them beautifully with Mother Nature’s own artwork. Like so many other homes in the area it is a mixture of styles, materials, and eras. So next time you pass by the area, slow down or, better yet, stop and park your car. Take a walk along the path and enjoy the peace and quiet as well as the beautiful surroundings. And give a wave to the neighbors. They’ll more than likely wave back.
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s students anticipate the beginning of the new school year, shopping for the latest fall fashions is at the top of their list, thinking about new ways to express their individuality. Some will be combing the stores for bargains and unique pieces to add to their wardrobes, while others might just be simply pulling from their closet and mixing the pieces they already have in creative ways and filling in with accessories to finalize their “look.” Wanting to share some of that creativity with our readers, Escondido City Magazine editors asked Jalen Turnage, a recent graduate of Classical Academy, to help us with a fashion shoot for our fall issue. An aspiring fashion designer, and beginning at The Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising (FIDM) this year, Jalen agreed to not only style and direct a photo shoot, but to collect the pieces to assemble for the special looks he envisioned and recruit the models.
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Jalen decided to assemble his collection from the racks of Plato’s Closet, whose owners Tim and Denise Dabbs agreed to by provide the stylish fall fashions for the shoot. The Dabbs opened their store more than 10 years ago, recognizing that the resale clothing industry was an undeveloped niche in inland North County. “Trends seem to be changing as a result of the economy,” says Jalen, adding, “More and more people are taking an individual stance on their personal style. A passionate hunt through racks in a thrift store or a pull from a
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consignment retailer has become the cornerstone of good style.” Jalen selected fashions that accentuated each model’s unique character and personality for the shoot. Burnt reds, coral, nude and deep blues were popular hues woven through the color scheme. According to him, fall fashion must-haves for girls include a functional and versatile scarf, boots and a pea coat. A fitted blazer, a stylish hat and a nice pair of slacks are recommendations for the guys. Other fall trends include knee socks, platform Mary-Jane’s and classic A-lined skirts.
Opposite: Kaitlin Kuisle wears a simple nude dress paired with a vibrant red peacoat, a head band and knee high riding boots. Above, Reed Byrd wears a black vest over a collarless organic cotton button down, wool “newsy” pants and a “poor-boy” checkered hat. Abby Hassinger wears a medi-length pleated skirt, black pumps, a floral print button down, and a letterman’s cardigan. A touch of maroon in her hat adds a pop of color. We’ve paired Jessie Turner’s lace maroon pencil skirt with a baby doll blouse, that ties at the neck and a cropped blazer for a scholarly look. FALL 2013
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Above, Emma Kniseley (left) wears bright yellow jeans contrasted with layered print and gray shirts, topped with a white sweater. A blue scarf brightens the look and two-toned shoes polish the look. Ali Smiddy (l) wears levis with a button-up sweater. Bright red mocassins and scarf makes the outfit pop. At left, Ali tops her levis with a nubby sweater while Emma chooses a gauzy print peasant top. Above, left is a pumpkin-colored satchel. A bag can make as big of a statement as a wardrobe. and a good investment.
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We can all be creative with our own personal brand with the extension of styles, colors, textiles and accessories. The blending of different trends is the true art of expression, we call fashion. Stay on budget, splurge on creative style and fashion, and shop wisely. Discover hip fashions at stores like Plato’s Closet, which offers gently-used brand name clothing at reasonable prices. Each piece is hand-selected to ensure quality, and is assessed according to current
trends. The store is constantly updating and replenishing collections. Due to its popularity and demand, Plato’s Closet in Escondido recently moved to a bigger space in the Las Palmas Center on Valley Parkway.
Above and right, Emma’s Tarr’s fringe skirt is a statement piece paired with a blue knit sweater, creating interest and contrast in texture and color. Brown booties add to Emma’s ensemble. Noah Campbell wears a wool knit sweater pulled over a powder blue button down with a pop of red with his jeans. At right, designer Jalen Turnage works on details for the photo shoot.
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Japan
Bound for Asia (Part 1)
When Heather and Dale Harshman told people about their Asia travel plans, they got two types of responses. Some thought it would be a memorable adventure and admired them for being bold enough to take a six-month-old abroad, whereas others were convinced it would be a nightmare and thought they had lost all common sense.
Story and photos by Heather Harshman
Who was right will be revealed in two parts, with Japan in this issue, and Thailand in the winter issue.
We had a unique seven-day visit to Japan. We did not stay in hotels, research restaurants on Trip Advisor, have our laundry washed at a commercial facility, or struggle to read signs and communicate. To the contrary, we stayed in homes with kind people who treated us to great food and clean laundry while Dale spoke Japanese with them and navigated our way around towns. This happened thanks to Dale having lived in Japan from 1998 to 2004. Dale taught English in Japan in 1998 in the small rural town of Amakusa, located on an island off the coast of Kyushu, the southernmost of Japan’s four large islands. He was assigned a host family who watched after him during his first three years, and remained in touch when he later moved to Tokyo and returned to the States. Nine years after leaving Japan, Dale returned to Japan with his wife and son to reconnect with his host sisters in Tokyo, and host parents and brother in Amakusa. Tokyo With the world’s largest metropolitan population – more than 30 million people – it
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was shocking how unlike a big city Tokyo felt: the streets were clean, the subway ran on time, people were friendly, the apartment we stayed in was quiet, crime is practically non-existent. There were people everywhere, but the Japanese are generally quiet, respectful people, and I was impressed that it didn’t sound or smell like a massive Western city. We stayed at the apartment of Dale’s host sister, Setsuko, and her husband, Kiyoshi. His other host sister, Naomi, took the train from the suburbs to stay with us so she could babysit Christian while Dale and I roamed the city. Each day she strapped Christian to her chest with our Ergobaby carrier and smiled at all of the comments she received while toting him around. We were not sure who was happier: her or Christian. Dale and I visited numerous parts of the city, including Ueno Park by the Ueno train station. The park grounds were originally part of Kaneiji Temple, which used to be one of the city’s largest and wealthiest temples. The park has museums, a zoo, a large pond, and is one of Tokyo’s most popular spring cherry blossom
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spots, with more than 1,000 cherry trees lining its central pathway. It was a hot, steamy day when we visited the park, so we stopped by a sweet shop to get treats to enjoy while sitting in the shade by the pond. One was a pastry with sweet bean paste inside. A lesson I quickly learned about Japanese food is that, although some things
sound bizarre, they tend to be good if you give them a chance, as with these pastries which were quite tasty.
has continued to grow, a beautiful symbol of the life and future of the temple. Amakusa
We also walked through Senso-ji, ˉ a Buddhist temple in the Asakusa district, Tokyo’s oldest temple. It was largely destroyed during World War II, but was later rebuilt. In the courtyard there is a tree that, despite being hit by a bomb,
After Tokyo, we flew to southern Japan to stay in Amakusa for four days. In contrast to the bustling life of Tokyo where the majority of people use public transportation, Amakusa is a
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We also found a restaurant that served okonomiyaki, a savory “pancake” we cooked on a grill at our table. We selected tuna, cheese, bacon, and kimchi (Korean-style fermented vegetables) to be mixed with the batter, then topped the finished product with fish flakes and mayonnaise. It was like a massive tuna patty with other things thrown in. I loved it and wished my stomach was large enough to eat the entire pancake. One day, after we dropped Christian off at the daycare operated by Dale’s host family, we went sightseeing. We took the car on a ferry from Oniike to Kuchinotsu, then drove to Unzen, one of Japan’s most active volcanoes. A short hike rewarded us with views of a new mountain created when the volcano erupted in 1991. We did not realize we would also be treated to a dazzling display of wild azaleas in bloom up the mountainside. The color was so astounding it resembled a painting.
peaceful, slow-paced country fishing village with rice fields, forests, and wild bamboo. People use cars and bicycles to navigate the narrow, almost two-lane roads instead of a subway. Our accommodation was a traditional Japanese house attached to a 100-year-old Zen Buddhist Temple, of which Dale’s host father, Michihiro Takebayashi, is the retired priest. Dale’s host brother, Michiyasu, recently began assuming his father’s duties. The instant his host mother, Takiko Takebayashi, saw Christian, she whisked him into the house while we followed Mr. Takebayashi around the temple so he could light incense to celebrate our arrival. Much of our time in Amakusa involved trying traditional Japanese foods. The first morning, Mrs. Takebayashi served a Western breakfast of toast, eggs, ham, and other standard foods because she was concerned about my willingness to eat a 26
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traditional Japanese breakfast. Being uncertain about my proficiency with chopsticks, she also provided cutlery. By our third morning, Dale convinced her I was up for the challenge, so we enjoyed salted salmon, pickled ginger, salad, seaweed, and miso soup while dazzling her with our chopstick skills. One evening, the Takebayashis treated us to dinner at a Japanese fish restaurant. These restaurants are unusual because you do not order from a menu; you receive what the chef chooses to prepare. For us, this included sashimi, a whole baked fish for each person with the head and tail still intact, sea urchin, and other delicacies. It was initially a bit unnerving to see parts of my meal staring back at me, but I managed to eat everything placed in front of me. Raw squid may never make it on my list of favorite foods, but the rest of the offerings were delicious and unique.
We purchased some fried octopus balls (“takoyaki”) to munch on during the hike, but should not have bothered. We were offered dried apples and Japanese chocolates by people along the trail who were thrilled to see Americans hiking beside them. We ended our day by walking through sulfur pits where we purchased hard-boiled eggs cooked in the pits. Then we relaxed in a traditional onsen, a hot spring with water naturally heated by local volcanic activity. It was relaxing and invigorating, despite a long list of rules to follow. Japan won me over. The calm, respectful nature of the people, the clean and well-run cities, and the peace and beauty of the countryside were enough to make me want to plan our next trip to visit the Takebayashi family, hopefully to share with them our next child.
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Tips for international travel with an infant: • Before your trip, walk through the baby aisles of stores like Target, Big Lots, and Walmart to see what items may make life easier. We purchased disposable bibs, a set of six plastic spoons, and baby wipes in a few different sized packages.
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• Thanks to jet lag and varying surroundings, don’t expect your baby’s routine to stay the same while you’re gone. Christian finally slept through the night by about day fourteen, and he fought eating solids and nursing for most of the trip. On a good note, he began taking long morning and afternoon naps. • Have a flexible schedule with time for naps and relaxing. Jet lag, sightseeing, heat, and not having familiar surroundings can make a baby tired and/or stressed. We had ideas of what we wanted to do each day. Sometimes it worked out, whereas other times we knew Christian needed to relax and play. • Invest in a quality baby carrier. A stroller is cumbersome and does not work well in many countries. We used an Ergobaby, but next time will use a Beco Gemini 4 in 1 because it offers more positions, which is important when carrying a heavy baby for multiple hours.
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• Contact your airline(s) multiple weeks before your trip to pay the infant-in-lap fee (usually 10% of the adult ticket) and request a bassinet. We were given bulkhead seats with a bassinet on each of the four international legs. This allowed Christian to sleep multiple hours and gave us a break from holding him. There is a weight limit for the bassinets which generally ranges from twenty to twenty-five pounds. • Take a variety of items that comfort and distract your baby. We took Christian’s favorite blanket, a musical toy which saved us on many occasions, a cloth lap book for when we traveled, and a number of other toys we cleaned and rotated each day. • Research whether the culture is open to nursing in public and comply with this. Japan is a modest culture, so nursing is done in private, whereas most of Thailand is relaxed about nursing in public.
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By Jaime Kautsky Photos by Tehara Tweed
More than a Feed Store Family-owned shops help the Escondido community stay connected to its agricultural roots
In an unassuming industrial building on Rock Springs Road, a tabby named Miss Kitty holds court on the counter of the city’s oldest singlefamily-owned feed store. Sharing the spotlight are her brother, Charlie, and Sky, a sweet-natured giant of a dog who follows on the heels of Evan Smith, the owner of Escondido Feed & Pet Supply. Smith, who bought the business from his mother, Cindy Lou Walker, in 2005, says his earliest memories are in this central Escondido store – surrounded by bags of feed and grain, and more than a few farm animals Walker founded the store 35 years ago as an expansion of her husband Jim’s East County feed store, and the couple raised their two sons alongside growing businesses. Smith says there were perks of growing up in the feed industry – like going behind-thescenes for deliveries to Sea World - and he still hears stories of the massive “playpens” his mother fashioned out of stacks of dog food cans. 28
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Many of Escondido Feed’s customers have been shopping there since the 1970s. They remember Smith and his brother, Reed, playing in the aisles and eventually working in the store as teenagers (though Smith is quick to point out they were both fired on multiple occasions). “We’ve watched customers’ babies grow into college kids, and customers have watched me grow from a baby into a business owner, a husband to my amazing wife, Danielle, and a dad to our beautiful daughter, Violet,” he says. “We get to know our customers. We care about them, their animals, and their lives.” Since taking the reins, Smith says he’s striven to maintain the “family” atmosphere of the store while making adjustments for a changing marketplace. “My mom is a horse person, which was a great area of focus when people had more land,” he explains. “But our customers’ needs have changed over the years.”
Though Smith says their customer base ranges from dog show judges to chicken enthusiasts to the Escondido Police Department’s K-9 unit, “our fastest-growing demographic is definitely young families interested in urban farming.” They still sell supplies for large animals like pigs, goats, cattle, and horses, but the store now specializes in small animals and backyard chickens, and offers an increased range of supplies for cats and dogs. Smith says they stock a “diverse selection of natural pet products, from grain-free food to organic chicken feed.” At any given time, there are hundreds of live chicks in the store, as well as full-grown hens and roosters in the back, and three incubators full of ready-to-hatch eggs. There are also often turkeys, ducks, and bunnies around. Smith, who attended Orange Glen High School and has settled in the area with his family, attributes the store’s success to the “beautiful” community of Escondido and enjoys being an active part of it.
“We believe in the locavore movement, the progress of slow food, and the beauty of conservation through the use of the old farm ways.”
“There’s nothing better than seeing the excitement on a kid’s face when we help them pick out their first baby chicks,” he says. “We see ourselves in them, and that’s really special to us.” Heather Thelen, of Escondido’s Hawthorne Country Store, can identify with that sentiment. Thelen is co-owner of the spacious but cozy Grand Avenue store, which she founded with her husband, Terry, and parents, Brian and Suzy Hawthorne, in 1998. Brian Hawthorne’s roots in the community run deep: his family moved to Escondido in the late 1950s, and Thelen says her father rode his horse through the hills of the developing area as a young boy. Hawthorne raised his family here and owned Hawthorne Lift Systems until 1997, when he decided to start a new venture with his family. The idea of a country store – one that played to their individual interests in machinery, animal care, home arts (Thelen says her mother is the epitome of “Suzy homemaker”), and all-around whimsy – appealed to them.
The foursome agreed to take over the building of the McFadden Feed Store, which had stood in that spot for a century and was, at the time, owned by Thelen’s uncle, Bruce Hawthorne. In 1998, Hawthorne Country Store was born, and began offering Escondidans a broad
range of products for the “country lifestyle” – canning supplies, books, Western wear and home décor, horse tack, live animals and feed, and more. The animals – long a passion of both Heather Thelen and her uncle – can range from chicks to pigs and kittens to goats. Many of the larger FALL 2013
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animals live behind the store in a petting zoolike area. One not-for-sale mainstay is Jessie, a beautiful but decidedly grouchy parrot who once belonged to Bruce Hawthorne and, even longer ago, performed at Sea World. Thelen explains that Jessie was kicked out of the park for bad behavior and acknowledges he has a “colorful vocabulary.” Thelen, whose two teenage sons also work in the store, says she is “gifted with a family example of positive partnering in our community.” It’s one reason she says the Hawthorne team is committed to education in “progressive rural-politan California country living.” They regularly hold seminars on chickens, horse ownership, and wild birding and have held special events for arts like canning and food preservation.
“We get to know our customers. We care about them, their animals, and their lives.”
“We believe in the locavore movement, the progress of slow food, and the beauty of conservation through the use of the old farm ways,” she says. Thelen notes that their customers – regardless of whether they have an heirloom tomato plant and two chickens, or farm multiple acres with large animals – almost always have the same reaction to their farming experiences: enjoyment of “the process and fruition of that work.” Hawthorne Country Store’s success led to opening a second location in Fallbrook’s historic Story Dairy building, but the Escondido community remains at the heart of their mission. “Escondido is a full and changing population,” Thelen says, “but we have learned that so many folks from lots of backgrounds enjoy and want to preserve the history and success of our rural past, as we reach into our progressive futures.”
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Stroll. Sip. Nibble.
Sampling the offerings of downtown restaurants on their patios Story by Pat Mues
Photos by Tehara Tweed
Looking for an easy evening out? Take a stroll down Grand Avenue and you’re sure to find the perfect spot for a drink and some of the best appetizers around. From a busy streetside scene to a secluded table for two, we spent an afternoon at six of the street’s hottest spots to give you a sneak peak at what’s cooking on Grand. Sidewalk cafe. We began at Delight of France with a classic cheese plate with crisp apples and pears, luscious berries. Charcutière included thinly sliced ham and a rich pate de campagne. Along with freshly baked baguettes and glasses of red and white
wine, we enjoyed the contrasts between savory and sweet, crunchy and creamy. It felt like we were at a country picnic set in the heart of the city. Guys’ Night Out. When we arrived at O’Sullivans, there were a dozen drinks waiting for us so we pulled up stools at the wraparound bar and grabbed a glass. The Guiness had the proper bitter bite while a spicy Jalapeno cucumber martini had heat but the favorite was a Root Beer “Float.” We ordered the Irish nachos—a bed of potato “chips” smothered in shredded corned beef with all the California condiments—sour cream,
avocado and salsa. We dug in—there was plenty to go around. (Happy hours: M-F 4-7, Sat. 11-4, Sun. all day) Cocktail hour. With a new name and new French chef, we were curious about Bellamy’s. We began with a house cocktail, the Pear Blossom, which was sweet, tart and refreshing. We considered pomme frites and burgers, but opted for chilled corn soup with a scallop ceviche and a squeeze of lime—smooth and slightly sweet, it was addictive. A plate of Santa Barbara spot prawns with garlic and cilantro provided flavors that were clean and decidedly French. (Happy hour M-F 3-7pm) Intimate evening. Boxwoods atop a wrought iron fence gave seclusion to Vincent’s front patio. Crisp white tablecloths, gleaming flatware and sparkling crystal gave a formal touch to classic French starters. An evening special, house-smoked fish in a pool of dill sauce, was served with the thinnest, crispiest toast points. A beet salad done carpacciostyle with lemon vinaigrette, arugula and goat cheese quenelles—we cleaned the plate. Along with a crisp white wine, it made for a bonne soirée. (Specials TWTh) Party for four. Rustic tables and a wood bar made Intertwined outside a great spot for people-watching. We looked at the menu and wondered what to choose. Red wine or white? FALL 2013
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Beef or something light? We picked them all. A Trio of Beef Sliders with blue cheese, bacon and caramelized pear were wonderful with a flight of three Cabernets. Then the Avocado and Mango Tower topped with a luscious crab salad arrived and that was everybody’s favorite, especially with its own threesome of Chardonnays. (Happy hour Tu-F 4-6:30pm)
Cool courtyard. Vinz has patios front and back, we chose the lush courtyard with climbing bougainvillea. A picture-perfect Root Beer Martini was a potent twist on a childhood favorite. White wine—aptly named “Butter”—was a good pairing for both goat cheese wrapped in crispy filo with fruit and Cajun sesame salmon with a colorful confetti of peppers. With the last bite of salmon, the glass of white wine was emptied and the church bells chimed six. For four hours we’d wended our way up and down Grand, tasting and sipping and tasting again. We found bold new flavors, interesting takes on classics, inventive cocktails, and an impressive selection of beers and wines. Let the happy hours begin. Delight of France 126 West Grand Ave 760-746-2644 O’ Sullivan’s Irish Pub 118 East Grand Ave 760-737-0954 Bellamy’s 417 West Grand Ave 760-747-5000 Vincent’s 113 W. Grand Avenue 760-745-3835 Intertwined 113 E. Grand Avenue 760-432-9839 Vinz 201 E. Grand Avenue 760-743-8466 32
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DINING GUIDE
INTERTWINED Enjoy an incredible dining experience in an exotic and romantic environment. Perfect for special occasion dining, a celebration, or for happy hour. Relax in the outdoor patio, snuggle up in the cozy living room or retreat to the intimate bar area.
113 E Grand Ave Escondido 92025
(760) 432-9839 intertwinedescondido.com
VINCENT’S For 20 years, Vincent’s restaurant has won rave reviews and the hearts of diners at its location in historic downtown Escondido. Combining classic French techniques with his passion for quality ingredients, proprietor and chef Vincent Grumel offers a seasonally inspired cuisine. His dishes are meticulously balanced, complete, fresh and stunning.
113 W Grand Ave Escondido, CA 92025
(760) 745-3835 vincentsongrand.com
LUCIO’S. AN AMERICAN GRILL Discover the new gem of Escondido as it paves the way to a “New” North County where proprietor Lucio Di Pace is providing an environment for quality entertainment, reasonably-priced food, the finest selection of craft beer from local microbreweries, while allowing the live musical venues to reach deep within your soul.
239 E.Valley Parkway Escondido, CA 92025
(760) 291-0047 luciosamericangrill.com
CIELO BISTRO Located just off the Del Dios Highway in the beautiful Cielo Village, Cielo Bistro offers quick breakfast, lunch and snacks. Options include, among other things, sandwiches, soups, salads and a wide range of espresso specialty drinks or a warm cup of coffee prepared by our experienced baristas.
18025 Calle Ambiente Rancho Santa Fe 92067
(858) 759-4409 cieloevents.com
A DELIGHT OF FRANCE A Delight of France offers the finest in French pastries throughout Escondido at moderate prices. They bake their exquisite delicacies daily using only the freshest and purest ingredients. They offer a wide variety of American and French wines, and serve lunch Tuesday-Sunday. Opening now on Friday and Saturday nights for dinner.
126 W Grand Ave Escondido, CA 92025
A Delight of France
(760) 746-2644 adelightoffrance.com
VINZ WINE BAR For 16 years, Vincent’s restaurant has won rave reviews and the hearts of diners at its location in historic downtown Escondido.Combining classic French techniques with his passion for quality ingredients, proprietor and chef Vincent Grumel offers a seasonally inspired cuisine. His dishes are meticulously balanced, complete, fresh and stunning.
(760) 743-8466 vinzwinebar.net
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REAL ESTATE REPORT
Escondido City Magazine Online
What in the WORLD is Going on in the Real Estate Market? “It’s a seller’s market.” “It’s a buyer’s market.” “There are an over-abundance of homes available for sale.” “Where are all the houses for sale?” We have all heard each one of these statements multiple times over the last few months. How do we know whether or not the current market is sustainable?
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and at these and other locations: Racks all along Grand Avenue California Community Bank Escondido Public Library Esco Gelato Graybill Medical City Hall California Center for the Arts Escondido History Center Children’s Discovery Center Holiday Inn Express Cool Scooters Mike’s BBQ Mercedes Benz Palomar Hospital The Philosophical Library Comfort Inn Major Market Prudential Realty Orfila Holiday Wine Cellar Chamber of Commerce YMCA Sunland RV Resort Best Western Welk Resort Bates Nut Farm Rancho Bernardo Inn Marriott RB RB Winery
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A buyer’s market is one in which there is an abundance of homes available for sale and a shortage of buyers. This gives buyers leverage and the ability to negotiate in their favor. This is not a good time to sell. A seller’s market occurs when there are lots of buyers and a small inventory of homes. The situation enables sellers to negotiate higher prices and have a shorter time between listing and closing. In a sellers’ market, buyers are under pressure to submit an offer quickly at or a little above asking price. In Escondido, we are currently experiencing a seller’s market. The shortage of houses for sale and the high demand of buyers has created a crazy, fun time to be in real estate—at least for agents. For prospective buyers, they feel the crazy, but very little of the fun! So what is a buyer to do? And how are we to know that this market is sustainable and won’t end up in another bust? As a buyer you have to be ready to go! First, find out what your credit looks like and get a pre-approval letter showing exactly how much you are approved to borrow. Once you have decided on an agent, get that letter to them! Then your agent is ready to get the offer written and submitted when you find your house. Be prepared to offer at or above asking price.You don’t really have a lot of negotiating power right now. What if the house is priced too high? What if it doesn’t appraise for the offered price? What if the seller is asking too much? When the Real
Estate market burst, one of the causes was the over-pricing of houses. Houses were selling much more than the market, and the buyer, could sustain for the long-term. This, caused a glut of short sales and foreclosures because homes were purchased at a price tag too high for long-term value and owners were left with unmanageable mortgages. Because of the housing crash, many safeguards have been put in place to protect all involved in a real estate transaction. One of those safeguards is a more realistic appraisal process. A second safeguard is in the pricing of short sale homes, prices, in general, staying lower to account for the disparity in pricing that short sales bring to the market. Finally, there is greater awareness between buyers, sellers and realtors for the value of homes. The availability of online home shopping has increased everyone’s access to the knowledge of home values. This means buyers are more educated in home values, realtors have an automatic accountability, and sellers are able to see what homes are selling for and are able to create prices based on that knowledge. So, how do we prevent another crash? Luckily, though prices are trending upward, they are not skyrocketing. The fact that our market is slowly climbing is a good indicator that another housing crash is less likely. Also, home appraisals are reflecting true, not inflated, home values. We have learned some very hard lessons to help avoid repeating past mistakes. If you are interested in selling your home, now is a great time! Prices are moving up, appraisers are bringing in prices that show a home’s true market worth, and buyers are serious. Kathy Moore-Hansen has lived in Escondido for the past 12 years. She has three children, all of whom contribute to their mom’s real estate work. Prior to working in real estate, she was an educational specialist at The Classical Academy.
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AUG 9 3rd ANNUAL “IMMORTALIZED: Together Forever: Hotrods, Pinups, and Body Art” Featuring artists from around the globe, all artworks start at $100 to benefit Palomar College Scholarships. Closed street featuring fine customs, hot rods, and rat rods, band in the street, live painting, open studios, Stone beer and wine for those 21 and up. 6-9pm
Painting by Gabe Leonard
August/September/October 2013 School student exhibition.11am - 12noon. Free. Escondido Municipal Gallery. 760 480-4101. www. escondidoarts.org/
AUGUST 15 History Mystery Challenge Escondido History Center’s fun fundraiser is back for the 4th year. It’s a scavenger hunt in downtown Escondido where adults will learn about our community as they casually compete to be the biggest know-italls. Delicious food, adult beverages, and silly awards round out the evening. Escondido History Center and Downtown Escondido. $35. 760-743-8207 16 & 17 Stone Brewing Company’s 17th Anniversary Celebration Beer and food 17 Madagascar 3 Children’s activities start at 7 pm. The movie airs at dusk on an 40’ wide inflatable screen. Low cost snacks will be for sale. Bring low backed chairs or a blanket and don’t forget a sweater because even hot days can turn chilly after dark. Grape Day Park. FREE. Movies in the Park is sponsored by the Escondido History Center and Escondido Recreation.
24 Orfila Vineyards & Winery’s 20th Annual Grape Stomp! Dinner Buffet, Live Dance Music by Java Sounds, Wine Tasting, Tractor Rides and Grape Stomping of course! 21+ only. 4 pm to 8 pm. $85
SEPTEMBER 3 ART TALK - Critique Group Artist Donna Meyer coordinates this monthly meeting, the first Tuesday of every month at the Municipal Gallery. Informal meeting to discuss technique, show recent art work and make things while connecting with other artists in the community. This group helps to put on the annual High 36
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7 GRAPE DAY CELEBRATION 5K, Parade, Festival, and Wine & Craft Beer Pavillion! See story on page 5. 8 Poet’s INC., North County Event begins with reception for poet’s, leading into featured poet reading and then open readings by local poet’s. This group publishes the annual SUMMATION poetry and art publication. Group coordinator Robert O’Sullivan. 11:30am reception, readings @12noon. Escondido Municipal Gallery. Free. 760 480-4101. www.escondidoarts.org/ 21 Bark For Life of Valley Center Bring your best canine friend and join us for a fun-filled day starting with a walk, and then continuing with demonstrations, contests, and games. Bark For LifeTM is a noncompetitive walk event for dogs and their owners to raise funds and awareness for the American Cancer Society’s fight against cancer. Bates Nut Farm. 8 am - noon. 14 Art opening Reception Art+Science: Ubiquity and Permanence. Art+Science is a two month incubator for local artists and scientists working in the area of future inventions and data display. Solo work by Andrea Zuill and Art+Science. Curator Claire L. Evans. Concurrent exhibitions with the PhotoArts Group, coordinator Wade Courtney. 5:30 - 8 pm. Escondido Municipal Gallery 262 E. Grand Ave. Free. 760 480-4101. www. escondidoarts.org/ Show runs Aug 9-Sept. 28. 14 “PRISMA” Artist Collective 27 artists
from around the globe “You and I, and the worlds between us” Artists are doing collaborations with 2-3 artists working on each piece and in many cases sending back and forth from county to country to get all pieces completed. Reception with several of the artists, live music, open studios, Stone Beer and Wine (21+). 6-10 pm On display through Oct. 5th. 16/17 Stone Brewing Co. 17th Anniversary Celebration. More than 40 beers on tap. Greatly expanded festival area. Refrigerated beer trucks. Upper level cigar lounge Cal State San Marcos.11-6 pm. Tickets: www.stonebrewing.com/anniv/ 21 Walking Tour of Downtown Explore Grand Ave to see commercial buildings dating back to Escondido’s earliest days. Meet at SE corner of Broadway at Grand Ave. . 90 minutes. 10-11:30 am.Free, 760 743-8207 22 18th Annual Encinitas Oktoberfest A traditional European event the is the Encinitas Chamber of Commerce’s 18th Annual Oktoberfest. From 10 am. to 5 pm. on Mountain Vista Drive and El Camino Real. A ceremonial parade begins at noon. 760-753-6041. admin@EncinitasChamber.com. 23 Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego Kash For Kids Golf Classic A wonderful round of golf, a splendid dinner and live auction at the Country Club of Rancho Bernardo. Your participation in this event supports over 25,000 youth annually. 12 Tee Time. $2,000/ Foursome, $500/Individual Golf, $100/Dinner Only 23 LES MISERABLES You will not want to miss STAR Repertory Theatre’s adult production of LES MISERABLES! This international smash-hit may be the most popular musical in the world. The AVO Playhouse in Vista, Tickets are on sale at the VISTIX Box Office for $24.00! For more information, or to purchase pre-sale tickets for STAR’s upcoming adult production of LES MISERABLES, please visit us on our website at www.STARrepertorytheatre.com. 24 SOLEBRATION! Young Audiences presents Solebration 50 Years of Innovation Through Arts Education. Fairbanks Ranch Association Clubhouse 15150 San Dieguito Rd Rancho Santa Fe 92067 6-9pm. 619-282-7599 or yasandiego.org. 31 Art+Science Film Screening / Performance Local filmmakers and performance artists are highlighted during this evening of 15 min. or less films and art performance pieces. 7 pm. Escondido Municipal Gallery, 262 E. Grand Ave. Donation $5. 760 480-4101. www.escondidoarts.org/ 28 The Grand Woofstock This family-friendly event is a great way to celebrate summer with your four-legged friends. A blessing of the dogs, pet parades, costume contests, photo booth, food court, “Ask A Vet” booth, and four blocks of pet-related shopping. 9 am – 3 pm.
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OCTOBER 5 3rd Annual “Tots-N-Trucks” Kids get to explore and touch all kinds of trucks and meet the people who operate them. Also be food and other activities for kids. All funds raised support the Escondido Community Child Development Centers. 9 am - 1 pm. Kit Carson Park, Amphitheater Parking Lot. $5 per person, Maximum $20 per family, kids under 2 free. 760-839-9361, www.eccdc.com 8 City of Escondido 125th Anniversary Celebration (See page 9)
9 Escondido Community Wellness Expo Health screenings, information on caring for the aging, consultations, live music, drawing and food. Free. 8:30 am-9:30 am. Park Avenue Community Center, 210 Park Avenue, Escondido, CA 92025. 760-839-4688. 12 OPENING RECEPTION - Native Indian Cultural Revitalization (see story on page 38) Concurrent exhibitions include solo work by Angela Jackson and Re-imagine with the PhotoArts Group, coordinator Kim Hirsch and Robin Reid. 5:30 - 8 pm. Show runs Oct. 11- Nov. 2. Escondido Municipal Gallery 262 E. Grand Ave. Free. 760 4804101. www.escondidoarts.org
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ONGOING TUESDAYS ESCONDIDO FARMERS’ MARKET The Downtown Escondido Certified Farmers’ Market is an outdoor, international marketplace located in the heart of the historic Downtown Escondido. Local farmers and California growers sell the freshest seasonal fruits and vegetables (many organic), flowers, herbs, nuts, eggs and honey. Also find gourmet chocolates, salsas, European breads, tamales, coffees, crafts, clothing and jewelry, as well as ready-to-eat foods to eat there or to take home for dinner! Tuesdays 2:30-6 pm. WEDNESDAYS MOVIE NIGHT AT STONE Wednesdays throughout the summer, Stone Brewing Co. shows movies on a twelve-foot screen in their gorgeous gardens. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and settle down on the grass for a fabulous night of movie night munchies, great beer and great cinema! 21 and over only. Through September 11. 760294-7866
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Escondido’s Second Saturday ArtWalk began in the mid 1990s, organized by a group of local artists. The Escondido Municipal Gallery and Distinction Gallery have been the consistent art destinations of the monthly art outing, but more and more art venues have been jumping on board. There are currently 14 galleries and museums, all within a 10-block walking area in downtown, who open their doors and feature art works from both world-renown and emerging artists, along with artists’ workshops and exhibit openings, live music, wine tastings, and refreshments.
The following locations are current participants of 2nd Saturday ArtWalk: 1. Darrell McPherson • 321 E. Grand Ave. 2. ArtHatch//Distinction Art • 317 E. Grand Ave. 3. Municipal Gallery/Escondido Arts Partnership 262 E. Grand Ave. 4. Gallery 262 • 262 E. Grand Ave. 5. StreetLife • 254 E. Grand Ave. 6. Arcade Bldg. Studios • 218 E. Grand Ave. 7. Patio Playhouse • 201 E. Grand Ave. 8. Michael Steirnagle • 120 W. Grand Ave. 9. Art Association • 171 W. Grand Ave. 10. M Gallery • 345 W. Grand 11. Joe’s Glass Shack • 365 W. 2nd Ave. 12. California Center for the Arts Museum • 340 N. Escondido Blvd. 13. History Center • 321 N. Broadway 14. San Diego Discovery Museum • 320 N. Broadway
2nd Saturday of each month, 5pm to 9pm Between Centre City Parkway & Ivy Street & between Woodward & Third Escondido, CA 92025 • (760) 480-4101
The Fourteenth Season of Cruisin’ Grand is in full swing. Through the end of September, on every Friday night from 5 to 9 pm, Grand Ave and side streets will be packed with every type of fantastic classic vehicle imaginable, as well as a few surprises! Join car buffs and people watchers vie for the best: view of the street, outdoor dining table, retrodressed attendee! Don’t miss this amazing Southern California tradition. For more info, contact Steve Waldron at Top End Tees: 760746-8461.
SATURDAYS 2ND SATURDAY ARTWALK Visit Downtown Escondido’s art and cultural scene every 2nd Saturday of the month. Gallery and artists’ receptions, hands-on art activities and other activities at participating businesses. Escondido Arts Partnership/ Municipal Gallery, Distinction Gallery, The Artists’ Gallery, Gallery 262, Escondido Public Library Concert Series, and more. See the eDBA website: www. downtownescondido. com. FALL 2013
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12 LUCK - Distinction will be hosting Gabe Leonard’s newest series “LUCK” in Las Vegas, NV. 2-8pm on display during “The Wedge.” A sneak peak of available works will be on display in Escondido and beginning October 16 any remaining works will be on display at Distinction Gallery through Nov 2.
ART RECEPTION: LOCAL COLOR. July 13, 2013, 5:30 - 8 pm. Distinction Gallery, 262 E. Grand Avenue. 760-480-4101. Painting by Kaspian Shore and Caitlin Hackett “The Auroch’s Child
CULTURAL REVITALIZATION Multimedia installation/exhibition that highlights regional Native American plant specialists who have dedicated their lives to revitalizing Native cultural practices, fostering Native land management practices, and enhancing biodiversity in southern California. Pictured is Teodora Cuero. Teodora is a revered Kumiai plant specialist, 87 years old. She’s also the traditional authority of her village, La Huerta, in Baja. Leonor is one of four remaining fluent speakers of the Kiliwa language. She is working hard to preserve the Kiliwa language. Photo by Deborah Small
Lydia Vassar and Debrorah Small work together on a weekly basis at the La Jolla Indian Reservation with an elders group and with a girls’ group called the Yawáywish girls. They have curated an exhibition as part of ongoing programs to preserve California indigenous land management practices, cultural traditions, and languages. Viewers will find film, photography, and installations about contemporary Native Americans and how they gather native plants, prepare traditional foods, and weave their exquisite baskets.
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The exhibition will include baskets and seed beaters woven by the Luiseño girls, and horsehair and juncus beaded medallions woven by Luiseño seniors. Deborah Small is an artist and professor at California State University San Marcos. Lydia Vassar teaches basket weaving classes and native foods preparation at the Chammakilawish Tribal School of the Pechanga Band of Luiseño Indians. Collaborator Bryan Endress is a plant ecologist and Director of Applied Plant Ecology with the Zoological Society of San Diego. The project is partially funded by a grant from the Escondido Charitable Foundation.
12 TAILS AT TWILIGHT GALA The Escondido Humane Society’s dog-friendly fundraising event at Vintana at the Lexus Centre of Escondido, 1205 Auto Park Way in Escondido. 5 to 9 pm. Saturday, Hosted wine and beer, delectable dining, a lively auction and our four-legged friends abound, all in support of the lifesaving programs at the Escondido Humane Society. Well-mannered canines are cordially invited. (760) 888-2240 or e-mail development@escondidohumanesociety.org. 19 The Fellowship Center’s 50th Anniversary Gala Save the Date for this very special event! Fifty Years of Life-Saving Service - 2013 is the half-century mark of the founding of The Fellowship Center. The Fellowship Center is a leader in what has been defined as the social model of recovery. The Fellowship Center is committed to maintain as much of the social model elements as possible while integrating current, evidenced-based practices shown to be effective addressing this malady. It is with this history, experience and commitment to serve that makes The Fellowship Center an opportunity for a new life for those in need. 6 pm - 8:30 pm. www. thefellowshipcenter.org 19 ECOLIFE FOUNDATION 10th ANNIVERSARY GALA Located at a private estate in Escondido. Featuring the best of what San Diego county has to offer, including a farm to table, family style meal prepared by 3 of San Diego’s top chefs:Trey Foshee, George’s at the Cove; Jeff Jackson, The Lodge at Torrey Pines; Jason Knibb, Nine-Ten. 5-10 pm. $175/ person; $150 when purchasing 8 or more. www. ecolifefoundation.org; jbashore@ecolifeconservation.org or 760-740-1346. 24-27 WILLY WONKA STAR Repertory Theatre’s production of WILLY WONKA! This classic tale comes to life in this stage adaptation of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, which features the songs from the classic family film Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. California Center of the Arts Escondido. Tickets at the CCAE Box Office; $16.50. www.STARrepertorytheatre. com.
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Museums & Galleries
LA FARFALLA CAFE 155 S. Orange St., 760-741-0835 LA TAPATIA 340 W Grand Ave, 760-747-8282 LUCIO’S AMERICAN GRILL 239 E. Valley Parkway, 760-291-0047 www.luciosamericangrill.com MARIACHI’S 501 N. Escondido Blvd., 760-740-8581 MEXICO LINDO 169 S. Juniper St., 745-0510 R. O’SULLIVAN’S IRISH PUB 118 E Grand Ave, 760-737-0954 PARADISO 340 W Valley Pkwy., 760-480-7279 SUSHI YAMA 500 N Escondido Blvd., 760-747-1424; sushiyama.org
ARTISTS’ GALLERY 121 W. Grand Ave., 760-489-0338 DISTINCTION GALLERY 317 East Grand Ave, (760) 781-5779; www.distinctionart.com SAN DIEGO DISCOVERY MUSEUM 380 North Escondido Blvd, 760-233-7755; escondidochildrensmuseum.org ESCONDIDO HISTORY CENTER & MUSEUM 321 N. Broadway, Escondido 92025 760-743-8207 ESCONDIDO MUNICIPAL GALLERY 262 E. Grand Ave., Escondido 92025 760-480-4101 FALL 2013
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