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A Love Story

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Valentine Love

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ach year on February 14th, many people exchange cards, candy, gifts or flowers with their special “valentine.” Records tell us that approximately 150 million cards are exchanged annually on this day of romance we call Valentine's Day, making it the second most popular card-sending holiday after Christmas.

This issue has a feature story about Leslie and Dino Cancellieri, who certainly personify true love, as they met and married very young–and that was 47 years ago! And, of course, Valentine's Day brings to mind presents for loved ones, and jewelry and watches come to mind. Our "Buyer's Guide to High Luxury Jewelry," authored by Kyle Roderick, highlights some of the best in the business. Chocolate is always a great gift, for as Deirdre Michalski says in her "Defining Romance" article, "Chocolate Equals love. No. Chocolate IS love."

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If you're planning celebrating at a tony restaurant, A Restaurant should certainly be on your list. Our restaurant review, thanks to reviewer Jenn Tanaka, showcases the cuisine, ambience and servers at this Newport Beach icon in the best possible light. Or, if you're wanting to stay home on Valentine's Day and orchestrate a leisurely repast without much fuss, Suzette Zara details recipes for an easy, romantic dinner.

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32 Leslie & Dino Cancellieri: A Love Story

Married young, the couple is celebrating 47 years of marriage.

36 Gifts for Valentine's Day

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Good Times

Chapman University's 'American Celebration' Shines!

Honors abounded, Chapman's College of Performing Arts students amazed, President Jim Doti and Chapman stalwart Julianne Argyros danced, and dinner and dancing in the festival tent impressed. PHOTOGRAPHY TROY NIKOLIC, JOHN SAADE, NATHAN WORDEN

Actor James Caan, Lifetime Achievement in the Arts honoree

President Doti and philanthropist Julianne Argyros Gala Co-Chairs Kelly & Jim Mazzo, center, with danced to "I remember It Well" from "Gigi" daughters Nikki Bennett, left, and Megan O'Malley

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County's Top Philanthropists Honored

National Philanthropy Day, hosted by the Assocation of Fundraising Professionals, celebrated its 30th anniversary in 241 cities across the country in November, 2015. NPD-OCÂ honored theÂ day's founder Doug Freeman. PHOTOGRAPHY TONY LATTIMORE, CARLA RHEA

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Outstanding Business honorees: Edward "Rusty" Brown, Jr, left, and John M. Word III, right, cofounders of The Word & Brown Companies; Hilary Kaye, founder/president of HKA, Inc. Marketing Rusty Kennedy, center, recipient of the Outstanding Communications; Rhonda M. Bolton, representing Founder award, with event emcees and PBS-SoCal stars Maria Hall Brown, left, and Rick Reiff KIA Motors America

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ArtsOC Executive Director and event co-master of ceremonies Rick Stein, center, with Arts Awards Chair Janet Ray, left, and Mary Lyons, an ArtsOC's past president

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Fiftieth Anniversary Gala a Celebration!

Providence Speech andÂ Hearing Center celebrated its 50th Anniversary with a black-tie gala at the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort, where supporters enjoyed tempting auctions, a scrumptious dinner and fabulous dancing to JT & Friends.

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Board President Lewis Jaffe proposes champagne toast with Providence CEO Linda Smith

Soka University's Peace Gala Nets $460,000 for Scholarships

Held at the beautiful Soka University campus in Aliso Viejo, the "Celebrating a Vision of Peace" gala featured Broadway star David Burnham and a showstopping 4.81 carat heart-shaped diamond necklace in the live auction.

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Gala Co-Chairs Joan May and Dita Shemke

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Soka University of America President Daniel Habuki greeting Mohan Nadaragah

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AROUND TOWN

so. The nonprofit’s first licensed partner is CityDance, a recognized leader of high-quality dance education for at-risk youth in Washington D.C. CityDance recently received the coveted 2015 National Arts and Humanities Youth Program Award, presented by the President’s Committee on the Arts. The Wooden Floor received the same honor in 2003. TheWoodenFloor.org

FARMERS MARKET, ANYONE? If you haven’t visited the Newport Beach Farmers’ Market at the Newport Beach Pier on Sundays, then it’s time to do it. Having recently moved from its Lido location, it continues to offer fresh, healthy vegetables from the market’s farmers, along with local food vendors and artisans with a variety of items. Held on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., it is a fun community event for the entire family. There is even a balloon man to entertain the kids.

THEY’RE HERE! If you are a Girl Scout cookie fan, your time has arrived. The Girl Scouts of Orange County Cookie Program runs January 24th through March 6th. Remember, when a Girl Scout is selling you cookies, she’s building a lifetime of skills and confidence. She learns goal setting, decision making, money management, people skills, and business ethics–aspects essential to leadership, to success and to life. A portion of the money raised goes Jontica 2, owned by Clayton Robinson, San Clemente, in the Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade 2105/Photo: Bleu Cotton Photography

ANOTHER GREAT CHRISTMAS BOAT PARADE! The 107th Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade saw 85 boats

directly to local troops, which helps fund program goals and activities, such as trips, camp and service learning projects. And, if you’re not interested in keeping the cookies for yourself, the purchased cookies can be do-

nated to nonprofits through the Scouts’ Cookies from the Heart and Gift of Caring programs. GirlScoutsOC.org

decked out in their finest holiday attire glide through the waters of Newport Harbor to grand applause from thousands of spectators for five consecutive nights in mid-December. Together with television, radio and social media coverage, more than 1 million people enjoyed the decorated boats–some extravagantly so!–as they set the harbor aglow. Rated by Yahoo! Travel as #2 in the country for holiday lights and by the New York Times as one of the “top holiday happenings in the nation,” it is a tradition in which the City of Newport Beach and the Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce’s Commodore’s Club, who hosts it, can be very proud. ChristmasBoatParade.com

THE WOODEN FLOOR’S NEW PARTNERSHIP Kudos to The Wooden Floor, one of the country’s most cutting edge arts-for-youth organizations, for licensing its model nationwide. The Santa Ana-based nonprofit gives under-served local youth the tools to live fuller, healthier lives through a unique approach ground-

Balboa Island Museum President Shirley Pepys, center, joined by locals representing the Beverly Hillbillies, which included, l-r, John Putnam, Mary Ann Putnam, Tina Wayt, and Jack Callahan

THE BEVERLY HILLBILLIES REVISITED!

ed in dance. It has been proven that the students who join The Wood-

The Balboa Island Museum & Historical Society hosted a party in

en Floor and stay with the organization all graduate high school and

memory of The Beverly Hillbillies American sitcom in the home of late

enroll in higher education, many being the first in their families to do

Balboa Island resident Buddy Edsen, who was known for his role as Jed

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Clampett on the popular television show, which ran from 1962 to 1971.

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dinner on the bay front, a graffiti wall for guests to write messages to Buddy, and photo opportunities. Hillbilly attire was encouraged, and many guests got into the spirit by doing so. BalboaIslandMuseum.org

THE SECRET IS OUT! The theme for the 2016 Pageant of the Masters has been announced. It is “Partners” and will feature the provocative and passionate tales of some of art’s dynamic duos–artists and patrons, models, muses, even dance partners! The dates this year are July 7 through August 31, nightly at 8:30 p.m. at the Irvine Bowl in Laguna Beach. FOAPOM.com/Pageant-of-the-Masters

FROM THE HEART! Angelitos de Oro, a Newport Beach-based volunteer women’s auxiliary group, held its 14th Annual Angelitos Card fundraiser at South Coast Plaza, its partner in the effort, and raised $310,000 for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County’s “High School Bigs” mentoring program. The highly successful program for at-risk children facing adversity, now in its 11th year, matches a volunteer high school “Big” with an elementary school “Little.” The “Bigs” provide age-appropriate peer-to-peer mentoring once a week after school. The Angelitos Card one-week fundraiser featured 115 boutiques and restaurants participating in the effort by offering 20% savings when the Angelitos Festival of Children Founder/Executive Director Sandy Segerstrom Daniels, third from left, poses with the five ALNM volunteer riders, from left, Tracy Halphide, past President Judy Weightman, Loren Blackwood, President Karen Treaccar, and Wendy Braun

Card was presented. The card was sold for $60, with all proceeds benefiting the nonprofit. AngelitosdeOro.org and BigBroOC.org

RIDING CAROUSEL BENEFITS NONPROFITS The King Arthur Carrousel at Disneyland was extremely busy recently when it was used for raising money by local nonprofits serving children, among them the Assistance League of Newport Mesa (ALNM). Dubbed “Carousel of Possible Dreams,” the event was hosted by the Festival of Children Foundation, which underwrote the costs of the effort. The idea was to have representatives from each of the 43 participating charities ask for pledges to ride the carousel 50 times. Five designated riders from ALNM mounted the painted ponies and did their part (see photo). The total funds raised was an impressive $615,587, with each of the nonprofits receiving 100% of the funds raised through their pledges. For ALNM, it was more than $6,500. FestivalofChildrenFoundation.org

ON POINTE AT SEGERSTROM The American Ballet Theatre William J. Gillespie School at Segerstrom Center for the Arts has announced its 2016 Spring Sunday Intensives program for students ages 12–18 on Feburary 28, March 20, April 17, May 22 and June 5, 2016. The day-long sessions are designed for intermediate and advanced dancers, and include specialized training for young women and men in technique, ABT repertoire, pointe work, and character and body conditioning. Tuition is

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1 box (16.5 ounces) Red Velvet Cake Mix ¾ cup sweetened condensed milk ¾ cup canola oil 2 eggs Frosting Ingredients: 2/3 cup fresh strawberries 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed (room temperature) 1 stick butter, cubed 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 4 cups powdered sugar DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 350°F. Place cake mix in a large bowl; stir in condensed milk, oil and eggs. (Batter will be stiff). Spray mini-muffin tin (or standard cupcake tin, as desired) with nonstick spray. Fill muffin cavities about 2/3 full with batter. Bake for 12-15 minutes, until toothpick inserted in middle comes out clean. Cool completely. For frosting: Place strawberries in a small bowl; process in food processor until almost smooth. Set aside. Place butter in medium bowl; beat with electric mixer on medium speed until fluffy. Slowly add cream cheese; beat until well-combined. Reduce speed to low; slowly add powdered sugar. Mix well. Stir in vanilla and 4 tablespoons of strawberries. If a deeper pink color is desired, add red food coloring to desired color. Place frosting in refrigerator until well-chilled. Frost brownies just prior to serving. Store in refrigerator. Yield: 24 mini-brownie servings. Per serving: Calories: 84; Fat 0.8g; Carbs: 9.2g; Protein 0.9g. Cost Per Serving: $.85. Suzette Zara is a cookbook author, nutritionist, creator of Satan’s Salsa (SatansSalsa.com) and a frequent speaker on lowfat healthy cooking. Suzette@SuzetteZara.com

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While the décor remains classically retro, the food is up-to-date and modern. “The menu needs to stay relevant,” says Otterbein. A delicate calamari starter sings with charred Shishito peppers and pickled caper berries. “We give the chef total creative freedom when it comes to the food,” he continues. “And, I know we can trust the chef completely.” Otterbein then mentions artichokes. “It’s a dish usually on the menu. But, the chef hasn’t found any that meet his standards. So, we haven’t served artichokes in weeks.” This mention of Blackford’s restraint is refreshing. Especially since I recall an experience just a week before when I dined at another PCH hotspot where the artichokes were tough and inedible. Ingredients of the highest quality are key to the restaurant’s success. The cheese and charcuterie boards include some of Steak in herb the world’s most beloved butter with artisan creations. A soft petite head of ripened goat cheese called roasted garlic Humboldt Fog with its bloomy rind comes served with warm honeycomb that melts as it spreads on lightly toasted croûtes. The charcuterie ranges from white truffle Berkshire pork salumi to classic two-year aged prosciutto. The Ibérico de Bellota, touted as the finest ham in the world, is an unctuously delicious import from Spain. Forged from black-hoofed, acorn-fed Ibérico pigs, this delicately sliced pork exudes a subtle sweetness, which balances well with the ham’s salty curing process. Other main courses include the delightful ocean trout that appears with a bright pink-hue and looks more like salmon than trout. The freerange veal porterhouse must not have been up to snuff on the night we dined, since the chef swapped it for a juicy, well-seasoned pork chop. The thick slab of pork still pairs well with the porterhouse garnishes. I devour the smooth white truffle-laced potato puree plated beneath the chop. The food and ambience encourage diners to linger away the evening. The servers at A Restaurant are knowledgeable without being pretentious; helpful without seeming invasive; and confident without sounding arrogant. This comes through when we dine on a blustery Sunday evening speckled with light raindrops. Our server, Steven, doubles as the sommelier. As he glides around the dining room, Steven gently inserts himself into the neighboring table’s boisterous conversation with a few witty, well-placed jests. He refills their wine glasses and then heads to our table. “I already know the perfect wine for your steak,” he says to my husband. “Trust me.” He returns with a spicy Malbec blend. The wine’s peppery notes offset the steak’s rich flavor. “He was right,” confirms my husband. “Tell the chef: Another great steak,” says one gentleman to Steven. “I’m never disappointed.” A Restaurant, 3334 West Coast Highway, Newport Beach, 949.650.6505 :: ARestaurantNB.com

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CHARLESTON CALLS This Southern city has a rich history, well-preserved architecture, distinguished restaurants, a charming atmosphere and the warm Southern hospitality of its people.

ARTICLE ANDREA POE

’m ensconced in a plush demi-lune banquette with my husband

over the sea. This spot delivers a clear view of Ft. Sumter, where the

about to embark upon the fifth meal of our first day in Charleston,

Civil War began, at the mouth of Charleston Harbor.

South Carolina. A plate of velvety foie gras, served with a petite apple

For lunch, Scott and I sidle up at the lunch counter at what has to be

handpie and topped with mascarpone crème fraîche is presented.

America’s best luncheonette, Gaulart & Maliclet French Café, which serves

So, too, is a glass of Disznoko Tokaji Aszu “5 Puttonyos,” a complex

country pate, French cheeses and escargot. Afterwards, we wander along

and elegant Hungarian sweet wine, that Mickey Bakst, the bon vivant

Broad Street, a hub for many of the city’s art galleries. Wandering the cob-

manager of Charleston Grill, informs us is essential. And, there’s no

blestone streets on a sultry day, when the sun has faded the blue sky to a

saying no. After all, the chef here, Michelle Weaver, is a culinary pio-

milky white, we pass street after street of exquisitely preserved Southern

neer in a town that has blossomed into one of America’s food meccas.

homes: double porches, wrought iron fretwork, arches outlined with ivy.

My husband Scott and I have escaped to Charleston for a weekend.

We take a tour of the Nathaniel Russell House, an early 19th century home,

It’s easily to fall foolishly in love with this city, and we are not immune

now a museum, one of the only specimens in the country with a “flying”

to its charms. We revel in the city’s historic beauty, its complicated his-

staircase. We also visit The Calhoun Mansion, a fantasyland, which a pri-

tory and, let’s be honest, the food. The food is Southern, yes, but with

vate owner has stocked with opulent furnishings and artwork.

a global twist. Those, who for centuries have blown through the city by

Food again, well, yes. How could we not? At Hyman’s, a rambling sea-

land and by sea from all around the world, have left lasting influences

food restaurant, that got its start more than 100 years ago, we are seated

that inform meals from humble diners to marquee restaurants.

at a table with a plaque that informs us this is where the Beach Boys sat

We hole up at the very center of the city at Belmond Charles-

when they came to town. Scott and I torch through a bowl of addictive

ton Place, where rooms have recently undergone a refurbishment,

boiled peanuts before chowing down on cornmeal-crusted oysters and

transforming them into glamorous abodes dressed in greys, black

fried green tomatoes that we dip into homemade Cajun mayonnaise. We

and chrome. Our view of the city and its many steeples reveals why

walk off the feast along King Street, where we weave in an out of antique

Charleston is known as the Holy City. We are booked into a club level

shops stocked with fine porcelain, mahogany tables, gilded mirrors and

room and, in this era when club levels all too often deliver little more

serious silver service pieces, much of it plucked from plantation homes.

than snacks and newspapers, this one impresses with tapas-style

Over the course of the next two days, we dine at some of the best

plates throughout the day and champagne service that begins at 11

restaurants in the country, all within steps of one another, like Husk (cat-

a.m., which just about guarantees a good day ahead. It was tempting

fish, field peas and butterbeans topped with a smoky tomato gravy), SNOB

to never leave the property, thanks to am ambitious food program

(scallops served with okra, ham hock broth,) and Hominy Grill (something

that includes the clubby lobby bar called the Thoroughbred Club,

delectable called a nasty biscuit with fried chicken breast, cheddar cheese

that serves a swoon-worthy grilled cheese stuffed with slow-braised

and sausage gravy). In order to fit in all this eating, we treat the city as a

shorts ribs, and the Palmetto Café, an airy boite, that’s ripe for lunch-

movable feast, sampling an appetizer at one place, ordering entrees in an-

time Bloody Mary’s and a perfect filet.

other, before heading onward to savor another course at the next.

We do manage to break free of the culinary intoxication. Across

On our last day I make a beeline to a little shop housed within the

the street from the hotel, we duck into City Market, where local art-

Preservation Society of Charleston, where I buy a dainty bag of ben-

ists and artisans sell their work. Scott and I pause to watch a Gullah

ne wafers (tiny sesame-seed cookies inspired by the West African

woman coax sweetgrass to shape a basket using her fingers, her legs

slaves who originally brought the sesame to America) and a big bag

and even her mouth. Next, we meander along the waterfront to the

of stoneground grits. After all, what could be a more fitting souvenir

Battery, which is flanked by antebellum mansions that stand sentinel

from Charleston, this foodie town, than a taste of the city?

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ove story “The day I met her, I told her I was going to marry her,” Dino Cancellieri recalls saying to Leslie Warden the day they met. It was a prophetic statement. Their early years saw Leslie as the middle child of five children, whose parents, John and Celia Warden,

Married very young, Newport Beach residents Leslie and Dino Cancellieri boast 47 years of marriage.

were an auto mechanic and stay-at-home mom, respectively. Dino’s father, Larry Cancellieri, owned a wholesale produce company on the terminal market in Los Angeles, while Mary, his mother, was a homemaker. He was the older of two brothers. Dino was raised in an Italian neighborhood in Lincoln

ARTICLE DONNA BUNCE

Heights, California, later graduating from Covina High School in 1965. He then attended Mt. San Antonio College for a year and a half before transferring to Orange Coast College (OCC). It was during this time that Leslie and Dino met, while Leslie was attending West Covina CONTINUED >

Newport Beach Lifestyle | February 2016

A LOVE STORY

(CON TI N U ED)

High School. They were married the following

“Raising three young boys while Dino was

Before Leslie and Dino married, Leslie had

year on April 27, 1968, and welcomed their first-

away building the business was difficult,”

been approached by a modeling agency to do

born son, Dino, Jr., into the family. Leslie chose

Leslie remembers from those years.

print work, which she did for two years, when

to stay home and care for their son while finish-

By 1985, Dino, Sr., and his partner opened

she was 15 and 16 years old. One of her assign-

ing her last year of school, and Dino, Sr. went to

Orange Coast Produce, a produce brokerage

ments was the cover of Modern Romance. Lat-

work for his father.

company, in Huntington Beach.“We were

er, when she was married, she decided when

The Cancellieris moved in 1970 to Hunting-

produce brokers, doing pretty much what

the boys were all in school to take a job with the

ton Beach, where they bought their first home,

we were doing before, and since we had es-

Newport Ensign selling display advertising, as

which was walking distance from the ocean.

tablished relationships with the growers and

well as authoring a fashion column. Following

It was during their stay there that Randy was

shippers, we didn’t have to be gone,” he says.

her experience in the newspaper business, she

born in 1974, with Adam following the next year.

Around 1977, Dino, Jr. began playing Jr. All

worked in sales at Abercrombie & Fitch at South

In 1980, Dino, Sr., working as general manag-

American Football and Little League Base-

Coast Plaza before she and two of her sisters

er of his father’s company, decided, with partner

ball. Dino, Sr. started helping the coaches,

opened a graphic arts and screen printing com-

Mark Resnikoff, to open a produce brokerage

and, before long, he was either head coach

pany in Costa Mesa called L. R. Tees, which they

company called R. & K. Distributing. They were

or assistant coach for all three boys’ teams.

owned and operated for the next seven years.

destination brokers and because of that, he spent

“Sports was a huge part of our lives and a

“We printed the designs for Mossimo,

November through April of the year in Nogales,

great way to instill discipline and responsibil-

Quiksilver and many of the top surf lines at

Arizona, and spring/summer in Fresno, California.

ity in our son’s lives,” Dino, Sr. says.

that time,” Leslie says.

1. The Cancellieri Family: Leslie and Dino, Sr., center, from left, Dino, Jr. and Jennifer with Olivia and Braydon; Jamie and Charlie, sons of Randy, and, with his wife Stephanie (who is expecting), Frankie; Adam and Kim with Matteo and Stella/Photo: Michael Munson 2. Leslie, 16, at one of her print modeling sessions 3. Leslie & Dino, Sr. were married April, 27, 1968 4. Dino, Sr, center, with sons, from left, Dino, Jr. Adam and Randy 5. Leslie, congratulated by Dino, Sr., at her Chapman University graduation. She received a degree in communication and public relations. 34

Newport Beach Lifestyle | February 2016

In 1989, Dino, Sr., his partner and two grow-

ber of Angels for the Arts, a major women’s

ers with Orange Coast Produce opened Veg-

support group for Segerstrom Center for

Fresh Farms in a packing shed in Covina. The

the Arts.

business was a tomato and onion repacking

While at Chapman, Leslie and Dino, Sr.

and distribution business with 30 employees.

separated, at her request, for four years.

“We would take possession of the pro-

“I always thought I missed part of my

duce, color, sort, size and package it,” Dino

life because I was married so young,” Les-

Sr. says.

lie says. “I was looking for something I al-

Eventually, all three sons and cousin Mark Widder became partners in VegFresh Farms. By 1997, Veg Fresh had out-

ready had but didn’t realize it until it was Dino, Sr., second from left, with sons Adam, Dino, Jr. and Randy

grown the packing shed and moved the

gone. Dino and my family were the most important things in my life, and I missed being together.”

business to a 100,000 square foot building

“I always believed we were destined to be

in Anaheim, expanding its food service

together,” Dino, Sr. says.

business to include mixed vegetables and

Leslie can now assess the intervening years.

becoming a certified organic distributor. In

“I can honestly say the last 10 years have

2014, with 300+ employees, it was time to

been the best years of my life. I think I’m much

expand yet again and the company moved

more at ease with who I am, and I have a new

to Corona to its present location on 10

realization of what is important in my life–the

acres and 200,000 square feet. The move

love of my family and friends.

allowed the business to expand its tropical,

“I love Leslie,” Dino Sr. says. “I look for-

berry, chili and vegetable business. Soon

ward to coming home to her and traveling

after, the company launched its Good Life Organic Line and was listed as a preferred vendor for numerous national food service

A family portrait from the late 1980s with, from left, Dino, Jr. Randy, Leslie, Dino, Sr. and Adam

restaurant accounts, along with major su-

with her. Through the years, we’ve figured out how to appreciate and love each other now more than ever.” Today, you can see from the family photo

per market chain stores.

that there are lots of grandchildren. Dino,

“As much as I enjoyed coaching my sons

Jr. is married to Jennifer, with children Bray-

in all their sports and being involved in

don, 15, and Olivia, 8. Randy and Stepha-

their growing years, I am amazed watch-

nie have Frankie, 2, and one on the way,

ing them every day taking Veg-Fresh to the

with Charlie, 12, and Jamie, 9, from a former

next level," Dino, Sr. says.

marriage. Adam and Kim have two chil-

During the early 1990s, while Veg Fresh

dren, Matteo, 9, and Stella, 6.

was expanding, Leslie decided to take

Grandparents Leslie and Dino, Sr. aka

some classes in general education at OCC,

“Yaya” and “Papu,” don’t miss a birthday,

later transferring her credits to Chapman University, where she graduated in 1994 with a degree in communications and public relations. It was after graduating from Chapman

Leslie, right, performing in CHOC Follies XV, “Christina and the Crystal Ball, a Cinderella Story for the Social Net Set,” with her Follies co-chairs Sandy Segerstrom Daniels, left, and Dale Skiles

that Leslie commenced her philanthropic

their grandchildren. They are a #1 priority. When all is said and done, it looks like Dino, Sr. was dead on when he met this beautiful 16-year-old at his cousin’s wedding, where Leslie was a friend of the bride.

work with such nonprofits as Children’s Hospital of Orange County, where she cochaired and performed in its CHOC Follies for 14 years - plus being a major underwriter. Her support continues as well for Women of Chapman, where she is past president and past chair of the nonprofit’s fundraiser, “Christmas at The Ritz.” Her giving also includes Oceana, the nonprofit committed to protecting the oceans, and she is a mem-

school performance or special occasion with

Veg-Fresh Farms at its 200,000 sq. ft. facility in Corona

“I was in love with her from the day I met her,” he says, smiling. February 2016 | Newport Beach Lifestyle

Buyer’s Guide to

Exquisite Jewelry and Watches for Valentine's Day ARTICLE KYLE RODERICK

xquisite jewelry and great timepieces can create a chic aura around the person who wears them, but why? How to account

for jewelry’s magical effects? Why are some of us so magnetically attracted to great jewels and watches?

Tourmaline statement earrings from Chris Davies feature his proprietary woven granulation technique that glitters with 18k white gold and 18k yellow gold beads.

“Jewelry and timepieces symbolize enduring mysteries of Beauty, Love and Time,” says Hutton Wilkinson, the designer and owner of Beverly Hills-based heritage brand Tony Duquette. “When you give, wear or admire jewelry, you celebrate the mystery of Creation with someone you love, and with the world.” Wilkinson does have a point. Precious metals are the result of meteorite bombardments that occurred 200 million years after Earth was formed, and gemstones are created over millennia under intense pressures deep within the earth. This year, celebrate your love and communion with Creation by giving jewels and/or watches created by one of the following heritage brands or high luxury designers.

Newport Beach Lifestyle | February 2016

Two hundred fifty-two lapis lazuli cones set with precious gems adorn Cartier's Nouvelle Vague bracelet.

CARTIER

Level 2, Jewel Court South Coast Plaza 3333 Bristol Street Costa Mesa, CA, 92626 Telephone: 714-540-8231 Cartier.US.com

"Cartier Royal: High Jewelry and Precious Objects" makes a perfect gift book.

Chopard's Palme Verte Collection of 18K yellow gold jewels is made of Fairmined, ethical gold and inspired by the Palme d'Or, the Grand Prize of the Cannes Film Festival.

When visiting Cartier in Costa Mesa’s

jewels and watches for women, state-of-

South Coast Plaza, check out the men’s and

the-art sport and evening watches, plus

women’s steel and 18K gold tank watches,

high jewelry made of Fairmined 18k white

including the 2015 Clé de Cartier collection.

gold and ethically sourced diamonds. While

Framed in elegantly rounded 18K gold or

browsing, shoppers also have the option of

steel, the Clé, (French for “key”) is a unisex

luxuriating in the retail refuge provided by

timepiece available in three sizes: 40, 35

Chopard’s private viewing rooms.

and 31 mm. The crown features a sapphire

Chopard’s motto is “A Passion for Excel-

that’s set ingeniously flush into the precious

lence.” One way that this philosophy is ex-

metal of the case.

pressed is through the brand’s commitment

Founded in 1847 by Louis Cartier, the Pa-

to using ethically sourced materials. Chopard’s

risian house of Cartier is justly famed for its

varied selection of Fairmined gold watches

high jewelry and limited edition collections.

and its Fairmined 18K yellow gold Palme Verte

Especially striking are the Nouvelle Vague

Collection attract those in search of jewels that

(“New Wave”) jewels. The lapis lazuli Nou-

originate from certified humane Fair Trade min-

velle Vague bracelet glows with 252 tiny

ing operations, as well as stone cutting facilities

cones of lapis lazuli set with pink and yellow

where working conditions are safe and people

sapphires, diamonds, emeralds, fire opals,

receive Fair Trade wages.

tsavorite garnets and spinels. This aestheti-

Originally a watch company, Chopard’s

cally triumphant, precious statement brace-

L.U.C. XP Urushi “Year of the Monkey” watch

let retails for $250,000.

is timed to celebrate Chinese New Year, be-

Another way to give, enjoy and learn about

ginning February 8, 2016. Housed in a rose

Cartier is through Francois Chaille’s book,

gold case; fitted with a black alligator strap,

Cartier Royal: High Jewelry and Precious Ob-

the dial of this limited edition, unisex watch

jects. Available at Amazon.com, this lavish,

is made with Urushi lacquer derived from

large format photo book instantly glamourizes

tree sap and features a red-coated monkey

one’s surroundings with high luxury imagery

perching on a branch gathering eight peach-

and a chic aura and is an ideal Chinese New

es. (While peaches symbolize health and vi-

Year or Valentine’s Day gift.

tality in Chinese culture, eight is believed to

“The creations presented in the book’s last

be a very lucky number.)

section, ‘Regal Design,’ are especially signifi-

To create this and other Urushi dials,

cant ones for us,” says Cartier International

Chopard collaborates with the firm Yamada

editor and spokeswoman Sophie Marin. “They

Heiando, official purveyor to the Japanese

are born out of Cartier’s curiosity for pared-

Imperial family. Designated as a “living human

down lines, a demanding approach inherited

treasure” in Japan for artistic achievements,

from the company’s founder Louis Cartier.”

Master Kilchiro Masumura designed and

Geneva-based Chopard’s South Coast

supervised creation of “Year of the Monkey”

Plaza boutique showcases Happy Diamonds

and other Urushi watches. The artisan Master CONTINUED >

February 2016 | Newport Beach Lifestyle

HIGH LUXURY JEWELRY

(CON TI N U ED)

Actress Jessica Chastain wears Harry Winston diamonds on the red carpet.

HARRY WINSTON

Minori Koizumi created the monkey watch

Level 2, Jewel Court

dial through the ancient Maki-e technique,

South Coast Plaza

which involved sprinkling pure gold dust into

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the lacquer and applying it with a special

Costa Mesa, CA, 92626

brush.

Telephone: 714-371-1910

lacquer requires patient polishing before each

HarryWinston.com

Labor-intensive

and

slow-drying,

successive layer can be applied. If diamonds dazzle you or your beloved, then prep for Valentine’s Day the right way by visiting South Coast Plaza’s Harry Winston boutique. Handcrafting impeccable jewels with the iciest, most scintillating and perfectly cut diamonds is the House of Harry Winston’s undisputed specialty. Founded in 1932, Winston also produces daytime and evening watches for both sexes that are the last word in elegance.

Tony Duquette 18K gold Dragon Cuffs, inlaid with antique jade Foo Dog plaques. Diamond claws and cabochon citrine warts create dragon drama in these ornate cuffs.

For those seeking one-of-a-kind, design-driven and boldly scaled jewels that Harry Winston's Premier Shinde Automatic honors the design aesthetic of Ambaji V. Shinde, who designed dozens of innovative jewels for the House of Harry Winston.

impart dream-like, dramatic effects, Tony Duquette is the go-to brand. Collected by 20th century style icons such as the late Duchess of Windsor and now designed in Beverly Hills by Hutton Wilkinson, Duquette jewels embody remarkably original artistic vision and master craftsmanship. A prime example is Duquette’s ornate pair of richly textured 18K yellow gold dragon cuffs. The ideal adornment for Chinese New Year or other gala celebrations, the cuffs are inlaid with antique jade Foo Dog plaques. Magically textured like dragon skin, the gold bracelets are studded with luminous, amber-colored citrine cabochon “warts.” A vast selection

CHOPARD

of Duquette jewels currently for sale can

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be viewed and purchased at TonyDuquette.

South Coast Plaza

com. Duquette jewels are also sold via trunk

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Yet another master jewelry designer spe-

Telephone: 714-432-0963

cializing in one-of-a-kind, haute luxe jewelry

Chopard.com

is Chris Davies. While based in New York, Davies spends part of each year in Orange County on Balboa Island. Weaving high karat gold beads around intensely colored gemstones like deep blue lapis lazuli, forest green malachite and

The hand-painted dial on Chopard's L.U.C. XP Urushi Year of the Monkey Watch was created by Japanese master artisans.

peach moonstones, Davies has pioneered a luxurious and unique woven granulation technique. While his jewels reside in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston, another distinctive reason behind their allure is versatility. These jewels are as suitable for

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Orbs of malachite that make up this Chris Davies necklace are embraced by woven 18k yellow gold beads.

gala occasions as they are for beach parties, and considering their artistry, rarity and preciousness, they’re reasonably priced. (A malachite and 18K yellow gold bead necklace retails for $8,000.) In Orange County, Davies sells via trunk shows. In Los Angeles County, Davies sells at Vintage Malibu, in Malibu. When in doubt about what kind of jewelry to give or wear, “First, consider the needs of whomever you are shopping for,” Davies suggests. “Look for jewels that coordinate with the clothing styles and colors that they most often wear.” Second, “Choose a necklace, bracelet or earrings that suits all seasons of their lifestyle.” Last but not least, “Only buy what you love!”

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Tech Savvy

Digital Housekeeping—

Dealing With Too Much Email ARTICLE DENIS RIVAS

very time I watch an episode of Hoarders, I am prompted to clean out the physical clutter from my home and office. As a technology coach, I often see how people can be overwhelmed by what I’ll politely call “over-storage” of emails. Having virtual and visual clutter in an email inbox can make one’s computing time unproductive and frustrating. Digital housekeeping can be extremely liberating. The goal: To set up a system where you receive a manageable amount of email that is relevant to you, store and retrieve what you need and delete the rest. Consider your email account to be like a running bathtub, which could overflow if left unattended. Slow the Flow. The inbox is like a running faucet, with new mail arriving constantly. How you slow the flow depends on who is sending the mail to you. • Known senders include companies you’ve done business with or whose mailing list you signed up for (perhaps without realizing it). Reputable companies will include an unsubscribe option. It’s more effective to unsubscribe from these than to mark them as junk or spam, since companies often sell their mailing lists to others. Start with the most recent ones you’ve received. For each one, decide whether you’re ready to unsubscribe, and if so, click the unsubscribe link (usually found at the bottom), following the instructions carefully on any web page that link takes you to. If not, you can often just reduce the frequency or fine-tune the topics you want to be emailed about.

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• Unknown senders, which include spammers (Rolex watches, anyone?), usually include no unsubscribe link, and even when they do, you should not click it, since it may lead to malware or phishing attempts. Your best bet when it comes to unknown senders is to mark them as junk/spam, but don’t expect miracles. Spammers will keep trying! Drain the Bathtub – out with the old! All major email providers and programs have a feature for finding all email from a particular sender, which you can use to locate and delete at least the oldest ones. Have a Bucket Handy. By bucket, we mean a filing system. Set up folders to file messages that you may need to retrieve later, like coupons or receipts. If you decide to stay on a mailing list, consider setting up a rule or filter that automatically sweeps that sender’s emails into a special folder, where you can find them when you need them. Each email provider has a unique technique for this. Going Forward. Be careful when signing up at new websites or purchasing online. There is often a checkbox for “Subscribe me to the ABC Company’s newsletter” or “Send me special offers from ABC Company.” Uncheck it if you aren’t interested. Denise Rivas owns Your Computer Tutor, a Parker business that provides personalized, patient training and setup on today’s technology — @Your Pace @Your Place. For information, visit DenverComputerTutor.com or call 303.946.1894.

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Mazda’s Redesigned Roadster is Lighter and Smaller ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY TOM STRONGMAN

2015 MAZDA MX-5 CLUB MT

Engine: 2.0-liter, 155-hp four-cylinder Transmission: Six-speed Rear-wheel drive Wheelbase: 90.9 inches Curb weight: 2,332 lbs. Base price: $28,600 As driven: $33,170 MPG: 27 in the city, 34 on the highway

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he Mazda MX-5 (originally called the Miata) has long been the personification of driving fun and the fourth-generation 2016 model continues to be just that. The original MX-5 Miata, introduced in 1989, was the reincarnation of a British sports car and more than 950,000 have been sold worldwide. According to Mazda, the all-new 2016 is lighter, smaller, quicker and more nimble than its predecessor. The wheelbase is nearly one inch shorter and curb weight is 2,332 pounds. Mazda says that increased use of high-tensile steel and careful attention to reducing even the slightest amount of weight with every component resulted in a total weight reduction of 150 pounds. There are three models: Sport, Club and Grand Touring. Sport starts at $24,915, Club at $28,600 and Grand Touring at $30,065. The test vehicle was the Club model with the optional Brembo/BBS package of 17inch BBS wheels and Brembo front brakes. The Club model also has a limited-slip differential on manual transmission models, Bilstein shocks, a shock tower brace and a

front air dam and rear lip spoiler. The base price was $28,600. The 2.0-liter, four-cylinder engine delivers 155 horsepower, 12 less than the previous model. It would seem that fewer horsepower would hurt performance, but the car felt as quick and energetic as ever, helped by the lighter weight. A six-speed manual transmission is standard, and a six-speed automatic is optional. Fuel economy is up considerably, too. The manual transmission model is rated at 27 miles per gallon in the city and 34 on the highway. That’s exceptional. Driven vigorously, the MX-5 feels as though it is glued to your hips. The engine has been moved down and back for better handling. The steering is light and direct, and the car pivots around corners so precisely that it almost feels telepathic, thanks in large measure to a 50-50 weight distribution and low center of gravity. Slide into the MX-5 and the cockpit definitely feels small. Folks over six feet tall are likely to be cramped. The pedals are tightly grouped and getting in and out can be chal-

lenging, especially for aging enthusiasts. The stubby gearshift is next to the driver’s right hand and changing gears is as simple as rocking your wrist. Dropping the manual top is a matter of undoing a central latch and pulling it back into folded position behind the seats. It is most easily done outside of the car, but can be done from inside. On the highway, the cloth top reverberated so loudly that I could hardly stand to drive more than 65 miles per hour. The previous MX-5 was available with a power folding hard top, but one is not offered on the 2016. A folding hard top would add weight but it would make the car much more suitable for highway use. Mazda’s infotainment system has a seven-inch color touchscreen display. It is operated with voice commands or a multi-function command dial on the console. Standard items include HD radio, two USB inputs, smart keyless entry, a Bosenine-speaker audio system with headrest-mounted speakers and Sirius satellite radio. The interface of the optional, dealer-installed navigation system was not nearly as intuitive as most smartphones. The MX-5 may be 26 years old but it acts like teenager. PRICE

The base price of the Club model is $28,600. The test car was equipped with navigation and the Brembo/BBS package of 17-inch wheels, Brembo front brakes, painted brake calipers, side sill extensions and a rear bumper skirt. The sticker price was $33,170. WARRANTY

Three years or 36,000 miles with a fiveyear, 60,000-mile powertrain warranty. POINT: The

redesigned MX-5 still has the soul of a pure sports car. The new body is attractive, fuel economy is improved and handling is just as good as ever. COUNTERPOINT: The MX-5 is slightly smaller than the previous model and the cabin felt crowded. The cloth top is quite noisy at highway speeds.

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February THROUGH MARCH 31, FEBRUARY 6 2016 PETE SEEGER: THE STORM KING JOAN IRVING BRANDT

CARPENTER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

CENTENNIAL EXHIBITION

Experience stories and poems recorded by the late Pete Seeger, as

NEWPORT BEACH

an ensemble of singers and musicians perform music of the Amer-

CENTRAL LIBRARY

ican folk hero. Enjoy songs he wrote like “Turn, Turn, Turn,” “Where

A centennial exhibition honoring re-

Have All the Flowers Gone” and the anti-Vietnam War anthem “Bring

nowned California scene painter Joan

‘Em Home.” CarpenterArts.org

Irving Brandt is on view at the Newport Beach Central Library beginning February

FEBRUARY 7

1 through March 31. It is presented by the

SUPER BOWL 50

Newport Beach City Arts Commission.

OAK GRILL, ISLAND HOTEL, NEWPORT BEACH

NewportBeachCA.gov/CulturalArts

Super Bowl 50 fans are invited to view the big game on Oak Grill's

FEBRUARY 4 “Kites,” watercolor, 1964, Joan Irving Brandt/Photo credit: Austin McClelland Photography

big screen and enjoy a special Super Bowl game day menu. Besides favorites like burgers and wings, enjoy the $5 drafts, $10 cock-

CAMERON CARPENTER IN CONCERT

tails, and, in honor of each team, $15 pitchers of beer. Reservations:

IRVINE BARCLAY THEATRE, IRVINE

949.760.4920

One of the world's top organists, Cameron Carpenter, will be performing.

FEBRUARY 10

Combining a flamboyant personality–

LAGUNA BEACH MUSIC FESTIVAL SUPER TASTE EVENT

and fashion sense–with effortless mu-

SEVEN DEGREES, LAGUNA BEACH

sicality and remarkable technical skills,

Meet, mix and mingle with the 2016 Laguna Beach Music Festival

he brings the organ to life. His "dream

musicians at the Opening Night Celebration Event before a weekend

machine," as he calls it, is the first-ever

of festival concerts. A popular event with the local community, the

digital touring organ, built to his own de-

evening features tasty appetizers, dinner, wine, music, and more. Ad-

sign. Tickets@TheBarclay.org

mission: $200. LagunaBeachMusicFestival.com

FEBRUARY 5 - 21

ALL DAY, FEB. 11 - FEB. 14

"BEAUTY AND THE BEAST"

16TH ANNUAL NEWPORT BEACH JAZZ PARTY

PLUMMER AUDITORIUM, FULLERTON

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3-D Theatricals presents the renowned

Enjoy four big nights and three jazz-packed days of the best jazz party on

"Beauty and the Beast" musical about

the planet. Festivities are orchestrated from morning until well after sun-

the restless and beautiful girl longing

down with jazz breakfasts, luncheons, afternoon poolside jam sessions,

for adventure and escape from the confines of her small village, her

evening concerts, Saturday night dance and Sunday's Jazz brunch. For

boorish pursuer, an enchanted castle, and a beastly prince who is not

more info and ticket prices, see NewportBeachJazzParty.com

what he seems! For tickets and times, see 3DTheatricals.org.

FEBRUARY 6

FEBRUARY 11 - 14 THE HOT SARDINES

DROP-IN CRAFTS

SAMUELI THEATER,

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Drop in at the Newport Beach Central Library on Saturday, February

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6, for an afternoon of crafting fun in the Children's Storytime Room.

With the same frenzied energy

Suitable for children 3-8 years of age, no registration is required, and

that launched American jazz,

admission and parking are free. Drop-In-Crafts is held the first Satur-

The Hot Sardines is a high-oc-

day of every month. NewportBeachLibrary.org

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w ho doesn’t wa nt a be au tiful , br ight smile fr ee of sta ins? Getting that smile shouldn’t be at the expense of the health of your enamel.

does baking soda whiten teeth? Baking soda is a common household product that has many uses around the home, from eliminating smells to cleaning carpets. Now, baking soda can be found in many toothpastes and teeth-whitening products. Using it to remove stains from teeth is common practice. It does an excellent job at removing surface stains, but you should proceed with caution to prevent damage to your enamel.

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How can a simple mixture of equal parts baking soda and water whiten teeth? Baking soda, also known as sodium bicarbonate, is composed of a chemical compound that makes it a great mild abrasive. It is this same abrasiveness that effectively removes surface stains from your teeth and makes them appear whiter temporarily. However, if your goal is to remove deeper, older stains, then baking soda will not be effective.

If you’re considering using this method to help whiten your teeth, you need to be aware of possible side effects. Using this method, you will cause damage to the enamel that coats your teeth. Some will mix baking soda with Strawberries. This fruit is highly acidic and will cause damage to your enamel.

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YOUR NEWPORT BEACH ART CONCIERGE

(CON TI N UED)

sounds for a new generation! Samueli Theatre, transformed into a lively club where guests can dance the night away while enjoying jazz classics, is the perfect place for Valentine’s Day weekend! SCFTA.org

FEBRUARY 18, 20 AND 23 PUCCINI'S "TURANDOT" RENÉE AND HENRY SEGERSTROM CONCERT HALL The Pacific Symphony presents the lyrical, sweeping score from Puccini's spec-

DICK MARCONI

GEORGEANA IRELAND

tacular

master-

piece,

"Turandot,"

along with the nuanced voices of the

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Pacific Chorale. In-

Newport Beach Gallery representing O.C. and National award winning artists

is the opera's signa-

cluded, of course,

ture aria, "Nessun Dorma."

All

three

performances are at 8 p.m., and ticket prices start at $25. PacificSymphony.org

FEBRUARY 24 RUSSIAN NATIONAL ORCHESTRA RENÉE AND HENRY SEGERSTROM CONCERT HALL The Russian National Orchestra is celebrating 25 years as one of Russia's leading ensembles and one of the world's top orchestras. Mikhail Pletnev is conducting and powerhouse pianist Yuja Wang will perform Tchaikovsky's Piano Concerto No. 2. Preconcert lecture at 7 p.m. with Rich Capparella. Tickets start at $45. PhilharmonicSociety.org

FEBRUARY 27 NAPA IN NEWPORT ST. REGIS RESORT & SPA, DANA POINT The Second Annual Napa in Newport will

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feature a wine tasting reception with 40 Napa vintners and silent auction, a fourcourse dinner with wine pairings orchestrated by Chef Azmin Ghahreman of Sapphire Laguna fame, and a live auction. Proceeds benefit CureDuchenne to find a cure for Duchenne muscular dystrophy. NapaInNewport.org

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Newport Animal Hospital (949) 706-8380 newportanimalhosp.com

ART & PHOTOGRAPHY Ethos Contemporary Art Gallery (949) 791-8917 ethoscontemporaryart.com Lisenbee Photography (949) 322-3897 lisenbeephotography.com

CHARITIES & FUNDRAISERS Catalina Conservancy (562) 437-8555 catalinaconservancy.org

DENTISTS & ORTHODONTICS Dmitriy’s Dental Studios (818) 500-8448 dmitriyds.com

Peter T. Smrecek, Jr. DDS (949) 759-8606 petersmrecekdds.com

ENTERTAINMENT & RECREATION

Newport Beach Tennis Club (949) 644-0050 nbtctennis.com

FASHION & ACCESSORIES Cottage Colour (949) 656-6015 cottagecolour.com

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Lucky Seven Scarves (208) 720-1467 luckysevenscarves.com

Scott Nelson, D.O. (806) 433-5582 newportbeachbioidenticalhormones.com

The Passionate Collector (949) 673-0440 thepassionatecollector.com

Westcliff Optometry (949) 720-0204

FINANCIAL SERVICES & PLANNING Back Bay Funding (949) 650-0770 backbayfunding.com

Liquid Leverage Group (949) 445-3836 liquidleverage.com

HOME BUILDERS & REMODELERS

AB Kitchen & Bath Design (714) 974-3600 abkitchenandbathdesign.com Builder Boy (877) 391-4648 builderboy.com

LEGAL SERVICES William B. Hanley (949) 263-0040 hanley-law.com

MEDICAL CLINICS & FACILITIES

Dr. Brennan’s Cosmetic Center (949) 644-1641 drgeorgebrennan.com Laser and Vitality Institute (714) 850-0780 laserandvitalityinstitute.com

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RESTAURANTS, FOOD & BEVERAGE Wilma’s Patio (949) 675-5542

Parting Thoughts

Romance Defining

WORDS DEIRDRE MICHALSKI

andy equals love. Or, so I thought. When I was in second grade, Kirk Fyson placed a box of candy on my desk with a handwritten note wishing me a Happy Valentine’s Day. I was smitten. I fondled each heart-shaped morsel while re-reading the messages in a whisper. Flipping them back and forth with my fingers, I would eventually consume them and my mouth would turn bright pink. Be mine. Love you. Kiss me. I recited them over and over in my head. Meanwhile, all the classroom activity around me remained just a muffled blur. I was in love. My candy told me so. Growing up, my Valentine’s Days had very mixed reviews. It morphed into funny cards, handmade cards, photo collages, boxes of candy and a few lovely flower arrangements. Romantic dinners and dancing were a joy. Dressing up was my favorite part. And yes, indeed, some February 14th’s were a complete disappointment. A break-up just prior to the big day was an instant deflator, or the flu would hit, or some forgetful moron I was dating would go surfing and completely forget the date entirely. Needless to say, he was instantly off the list. Fast forward to today, and, indeed, my husband is very thoughtful. He showers me with flowers and cards and even makes the dinner reservation all by himself for our evening out on the town. We often return to the restaurant where we had our first blind date. We glide right past the table where we dined that very first evening, and we smile and squeeze each other’s hand. It is fraught with wonderful memories for both of us. After being wined and dined, a precious box magically appears on the table. And, just like the blue box, I know exactly what is inside. I anticipate it every year. It contains the most decadent dark chocolate turtles by Valenza Chocolatier. Large pecans anchor the gooey, rich caramel, and I can just picture the warm dark chocolate that was drizzled on top, overflowing along the sides. One bite and I am so gone. Chocolate equals love. No. Chocolate IS love. Deirdre Michalski is a travel and culinary writer covering topics near and far. You can read more about her adventures on her website TastesAndTravel.com

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