A NEW CHAPTER

Iam thrilled to present to you our latest issue of Pasadena Magazine. I may be a new face to this outstanding brand, but I’m a veteran of the publishing industry. I began my career in the magazine world nearly 22 years ago in Los Angeles. I have managed beautiful luxury publications, visitor’s guides, and special custom-content pieces both in print and digitally throughout Los Angeles, Orange County, Palm Springs, and San Diego.

Pasadena has always been a favorite destination of mine as a vibrant town filled with the best shopping, dining, and of course the crown jewel, the Rose Bowl.

Pasadena Magazine recently was a sponsor of Masters of Taste, Los Angeles’ premiere culinary and spirits event. Over the past five years, Masters of Taste has raised over $2 million to benefit Union Station Homeless Services (USHS) in Pasadena. All proceeds are used to combat homelessness and rebuild the lives of families and individuals experiencing homelessness. My dear friend Lawrence Moore, of public relations firm Lawrence Moore and Associates, along with USHS, has been putting on this event for the past eight years. It is also a precursor to Los Angeles Magazine’s “The Food Event” in November.

We’re proud to be part of such a worthy mission. And proud to count you among our dedicated readers.

I hope you enjoy this month’s issue of Pasadena. Be sure to subscribe to our digital newsletter and join us for some of the best events in town.

Cheers!

CHRISTOPHER GIALANELLA President/Publisher

cgialanella@lamag.com