CONTRIBUTORS

On what they’re looking forward to this summer…

Jennifer Ashton Ryan

“SCHOOL’S OUT FOR SUMMER” PG. 14

After attending UCLA, Jennifer Ashton Ryan became an editor for Robb Report and saw the world, reporting on new villas, resorts, and islands from Thailand to Chile’s Atacama Desert. Now travel includes three small children, so priorities have changed, but reporting remains the same: Listen well and stay curious.

“I’m looking forward to beachcombing on the Point Reyes National Seashore with my niece and nephew and rediscovering L.A. museums with my kids.”

Ning Chao

“HOT COMMODITIES” PG. 40

A former writer and editor at Marie Claire, InStyle, Elle, Vogue, and Glamour, Ning Chao now divides her time between driving, writing articles, and figuring out what to feed people. She lives in Hancock Park with her husband and two kids.

“In my family, summer means stone fruits. Happiness is a bowl of O’Henry peaches, Madeline Gold apricots, or Emerald Beaut plums with basil, burrata, white balsamic, and fresh baguette on the side.”

Anush Benliyan

“AULD LANG SYNE” PG. 54

Anush Benliyan is a lifestyle writer and editor whose work has been featured in C Magazine, Elle Decor, Robb Report, and more. She lives in Pasadena with her husband, their infant son, and their mischievous dachshund.

“This year we’re soaking up our baby boy’s first summer. I’m looking forward to days by the pool, Sno Con Amor gourmet ice pops from Altadena Beverage & Market, taking refuge from the heat at Norton Simon, and celebrating my grandmother’s 90th birthday with an ouzo-fueled alfresco dinner party.”

Carole Dixon

“AGAVE GOLD” PG. 70

Carole Dixon’s international career in film, television, and publishing has spanned several continents. Her work has been featured in Architectural Digest, Travel + Leisure, and the Beverly Hills Courier, among others. Favorite projects have included producing Food for Thought in London with the legendary A. A. Gill.

“As much as I love an island escape, I’m really looking forward to returning to London this summer, where I lived for many years, to see old friends and visit all the new restaurants that I missed over the past few years.”

Andrea Richards

“WHEEL AND DEAL” PG. 94

Andrea Richards is the author of five books: Library of Esoterica: Astrology, Los Angeles Restaurants, Los Angeles Cocktails, The 500 Hidden Secrets of Los Angeles, and Girl Director: A How-To Guide for the First-Time, Flat-Broke Film and Video Maker.

“Thanks to all the advances in science: travel! After two years of not being able to, I’m excited for an Aperol spritz with an old friend in Venice, a tomato sandwich on the coast of North Carolina with my family, and introducing my kids to the Hollywood Bowl on its 100th birthday.”