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EDITOR'S NOTE I have a black-andwhite print in my home that reads, “Work hard so you can shop harder.” It’s one of my many life mottos; it pays proper homage to my shop first, ask later lifestyle. When I was little, I used to think my grandma’s home was the mall because we’d go shopping so much. “This is where GiGi lives!” I’d say walking through the mall’s automatic doors. Now, that I’m attempting to ‘adult,’ I’d say not much has changed. I own too many shoes and my romper collection is getting out of hand. For this Shoppe issue, we brought you our favorite trends from back in the day in Year We Go (pg. 63), a group of men with some serious style (pg. 37) and a fashion spread that details why it takes us women so long to get ready (spoiler alert, it’s because we’re sipping Lillet Rosé) (pg. 75). We also met up with fashionable local, Melanie of Thread + Seed, who gives us the inside scoop on why we need to “go green”
with our beauty routine (pg. 58). Plus, the blogger of Style With Nihan takes us on a trendsetting tour of all our favorite spots in Encinitas (pg. 83); they’re super cool, trust me. For our Alive Profile (pg.120), I talked with a group of women who are still basketballin’ at 80, er 90 years old, and they still got it. As a hooper myself, they are the ultimate #goals for when I’m a grandma. Read the story to learn their secret to staying young at heart. We are totally fangirling over our cover star, Emma Kenney, and her contagious vibes. We’re used to seeing her on our TV, but she has much more to offer than meets the eye—watch out, world. Flip to see how we captured her young-and-free personality and why we can’t wait for the next season of “Roseanne” (pg. 50). I hope after reading this issue, your online shopping carts overflow with local finds and things you didn’t know you needed; I know mine will!
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Lush green grass and delicately-manicured pockets of jungle make the Paradise Point Resort & Spa an ideal spot for our San Diego June cover shoot. In a secluded section of Mission Bay, Emma Kenney illuminated the beautiful, green canopy before the eyes of our LOCALE crew.
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Emma delicately maneuvered through the soft leaves and flowers in a way reminiscent of how she put together an impressive collection of accolades that highlight her successful career. This east-coast-turned-west-coast actress is an ideal feature for our cover story—not even 20 years old, and she’s a star in two award-winning series. Music lover that she is, Diddy’s “Last Night” played from Emma’s phone while she hung from a tree branch, moving to the rhythm as photographer Michael Wesley captured her wild spirit. “Emma Kenney was amazing to work with. She had a great energy and you could tell she was excited for the shoot. We put her in an amazing tropical wardrobe in an equally as lush location. We used 85mm and strobe, plus natural light for the cover shots,” explained Wesley.
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Later on, I sat down with Emma and asked her about the evolution of her craft, her career and life as she sees it. After all, you don’t meet too many 18-year-olds with a decade of experience in their professional career.
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Experts
Fashion Spread
These Men Know Style
Just Five More Minutes...
FASHION’S FOR THE BOYS
READY OR NOT
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Cover Story
That's What She Said
IN FULL BLOOM Star Emma Kenney Keeps Getting Brighter
63 Shoppe Guide
YEAR WE GO
BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY
Nihan Gorkem Gives a Tour of Her Favorite Boutiques in Encinitas
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THREAD COUNT
This Bankers Hill Shop Is Your Go-To for Craft Goods and Clean Beauty
Style These Past Trends With a 2018 Twist
THREAD + SEED 2870 Fourth Ave, Ste 106 San Diego, CA 92104 619.994.1425 www.threadandseed.com
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Foodie
Escape
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Profile
Home Decor
The Owner of King & Queen Cantina is Just Getting Started
His and Hers Elements That Work
FIT FOR ROYALTY
BALANCE OF THE SEXES
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Poolside With Lillet
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SPRITZ AND SPLASH
We’ll Take This Summer Drink Poolside
98 Bubbles 101
STOP AND SMELL THE ROSÉ
From White to Rosé, Here Are Your New Favorite Sparkling Wines
100 Beer Pairings
WISH YOU WERE BEER
These Pairings Are a Match Made in Beer-Lovers’ Heaven
103 Meals Deconstructed
STEAK A FORK IN IT
We’re Breaking Down the Signature Tri-Tip Skillet at Truckstop Pacific Beach
106 Insta-Worthy Cocktails
SIP...AND SNAP!
Alive 112 Del Mar Thoroughbred Club
BACK IN THE SADDLE
You Won’t Want to Miss These Upcoming Events
114 Humanitarian Profile
KEEP IT CLASSY
Classy’s CEO Scot Chisholm is Changing the Way Millennials Give to Charity
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AFTER THE PARTY, IT’S THE AFTER-PARTY
Get Your Camera Ready for These SoCal Cocktails
After the Del Mar Races, This is Where the Real Party Begins
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Profile
Take in Bites and Cocktails of This Foodie Escapade on June 16
The Players of the San Diego Senior Women’s Basketball Association Show It’s Never Too Late to Chase Your Passion
HOW TO DO… TASTE OF GASLAMP
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EYE SEE YOU
See How This Company is Changing the Lives of the Visually Impaired
ALL FOR FUN, FUN FOR ALL
Harrah’s Resort Southern California Covers All Your Vacation Needs
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PARADISE FOUND
Soak Up the Sun at Paradise Point Resort & Spa
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FIRST CLASS
#GirlBoss and Travel Pro Paola Alberdi Shows Us Her Fave Packing Tips
142 Avenue of the Arts
DO NOT DISTURB
Book Your Next Escape at Avenue of the Arts Hotel
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LOS DOS SE CONVERTIRÁN EN UNO - THE TWO BECOME ONE
Our Publisher Erik Hale Marries His Longtime Fiancé in a Dream Ceremony in México
160 Room Essentials
CONTOUR YOUR CLOSET
After This Re-Do, Your Modern Closet Will Be Your New Favorite Room
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CORONADO’S CROWN JEWEL
Step Inside This Historic $25 Million Oceanfront Estate
LOCALENDAR 20 SAN DIEGO EVENTS TO ENJOY THIS SUMMER WRITTEN BY: MAYANDRA ROBBINS
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HEAD TO THE SAN DIEGO COUNTY FAIR
HAVE A FIESTA AT LATIN FOOD FEST
¢ It’s finally that time of
¢ Come on out to Embarcadero Park to celebrate the Hispanic culinary scene of San Diego. Taste the delicious flavors of the Latin Food Fest with your friends and family as a celebration of what San Diego has to offer. The first night, guests can even enjoy an open bar and complimentary tapas!
June 1-July 4
August 17-18
year again, when the San Diego County Fair appears for the enjoyment of everyone in the family. With 26 days full of rides, performances, games, scrumptious delicacies and 4,187 attractions, the San Diego County Fair at the Del Mar Fairgrounds is the place to be.
www.sdfair.com
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BOTTOMS UP AT THE SAN DIEGO INTERNATIONAL BEER FESTIVAL
SHUCK AT SAN DIEGO OYSTERFEST June 9-10
June 15-17
¢ Kick your summer into high gear and experience the magic of the San Diego Oysterfest! Held at the Marina Embarcadero North, the oysterfest will include live music, fun activities, beer, food and a fresh array of oysters! Just make sure you get your ticket in time to enjoy this annual event.
¢ Everyone knows that
locals love their beer, and the San Diego International Beer Festival is one way they prove it. For three days enjoy different beers from across the globe at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. You can enter the competition if you’re a licensed brewery, brewpub, meadery or cidery!
www.sandiego.org
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ROCK OUT AT VANS WARPED TOUR June 22
¢ Get ready for one of the hottest music festivals of the year! With bands like Chelsea Grin and Farewell Winters, Vans Warped Tour is an occasion you can’t miss. The doors open at 11 a.m., so head on over to the SDCCU Stadium lot to enjoy this highlyanticipated event. www.vanswarpedtour.com
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HOLY INTERGALATICON, BATMAN June 15-16
¢ Come and enjoy
some of your favorite pop culture icons at InterGalatiCon! Speaking forums, gaming sessions, cosplay contests and much more, patrons can relive the lives of their favorite fictional characters at the Town & Country in San Diego.
www.intergalacticonsd.com
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June 11
GO TO “BAREFOOT IN THE PARK” ¢ The Old Globe Theatre
at Balboa Park presents the funny, creative play “Barefoot in the Park.” Focused on a freshly married couple who run into hilarious problems, this play is timeless, and something that everyone can enjoy. Grab a group of 10 or more for discounted tickets! www.theoldglobe.org
INDULGE IN TASTE OF LA MESA ¢ With the top
restaurants making an appearance, it’s time to seize the day at the 10th Annual Taste of La Mesa! Located at the La Mesa Community Center, patrons will be able to enjoy a diverse selection of delicious foods and drinks from some of the area’s favorite eateries. lamesachamber.net/taste
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OFF TO THE RACES AT DEL MAR OPENING DAY July 18
¢ Grab your biggest hat, your best outfit and pray your favorite horse wins! It’s that time of the year again—Del Mar Opening Day at the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club. Come on over and enjoy the festivities at the famous racetrack including the Opening Day Hats Contest! www.dmtc.com
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TAKE THE KIDS TO SEE “THE LORAX” July 2-August 12
¢ Relive your childhood by going to the Old Globe Theatre in Balboa Park to watch the magical story of “The Lorax” come to life. To honor the loveable San Diego native Dr. Seuss, the Globe will put on a presentation of one of his most famous stories from July through August. www.theoldglobe.org
LOCALENDAR 20 SAN DIEGO EVENTS TO ENJOY THIS SUMMER WRITTEN BY: MAYANDRA ROBBINS
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GROOVE AT THE SAN DIEGO PRIDE MUSIC FESTIVAL
BEAM ME UP TO COMIC-CON, SCOTTY July 19-22
July 14-15
¢ Who doesn’t love to
¢ Get ready to represent
dress up as their favorite fantasy character? Head on over to the world-famous Comic-Con at the San Diego Convention Center. Get your tickets early and take this opportunity to meet some of your movie and television heroes, as well as show off your creative cosplay.
your rainbow flair with the San Diego Pride Music Festival! Get your tickets early to enjoy the food, comedians and much more. Taking place at Balboa Park, there will also be over 200 musicians and dozens of vendor booths to shop. www.sdpride.org
www.comic-con.org
SEE THE SANDCASTLES AT IMPERIAL BEACH SUN & SEA FESTIVAL
CELEBRATE THE FOURTH AT BIG BAY BOOM
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July 4
July 14
¢ What better way to
¢ Summer is in full swing
celebrate the Fourth of July than to experience a spectacular fireworks display? Beginning at 9 p.m., you’ll be able to witness the mind-blowing beauty of the fireworks show, Big Bay Boom, at San Diego’s bay. Bring your family and friends for this spectacular event!
at the Imperial Beach Sun & Sea Festival. On July 14, come out and enjoy a whirlwind of fun events including the renown sandcastle sculpture competition on one of San Diego’s iconic beaches. Children can also head to the Kids Zone where there will be tons of activities for them to enjoy!
www.sunandseafestival.com
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SING ON, ANDREA BOCELLI June 21
¢ World renown tenor,
Andrea Bocelli, will bless the county of San Diego with his glorious voice and musical masterpieces at the Valley View Casino Center for the first time in 20 years. Don’t miss out on this opportunity of a lifetime and get your tickets before they run out.
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LAUGH WITH JEFF FOXWORTHY August 17
¢ Ready for a night of
boisterous laughter and cheer? Get your tickets and head over to Viejas Casino & Resort to see multiple Grammy nominee Jeff Foxworthy! Blending relatable, everyday-life scenarios, Jeff’s comedy ensures an incredible time. You’ll leave having experienced the famous humor of one of the top comedians in the country.
www.viejas.com
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GET BARRELED AT THE WORLD BODYSURFING CHAMPIONSHIPS August 18-19
¢ Leave your surfboard at
home! The 42nd Annual World Bodysurfing Championships will take place in Oceanside this year, and the competitors—between 350 to 400 of them—are ready to battle it out while they take in those stellar San Diego waves.
www.worldbodysurfing.org
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PARTY WITH US AT LOCALE’S L’AUNCH June 15
¢ To celebrate the release
of our newest issue, come to our LOCALE L’Aunch party on the rooftop of L’Auberge Del Mar! With live jazz music from The Acoustic Spot, DJ beats by Modern Disco Ambassadors, scrumptious food and a complimentary glass of Champagne, this is a party that you will not want to miss.
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MUNCH A BUNCH AT THE ANNUAL TASTE OF GASLAMP June 16
¢ On June 16 from 1-4
p.m., head on down to the Gaslamp Quarter to enjoy the 24th Annual Taste of Gaslamp celebration presented by Karl Strauss. As San Diego’s original culinary tour, send your taste buds on an adventure while reveling in the many dining options Gaslamp has to offer. www.tasteofgaslamp.com
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CHEER ON YOUR TEAM AT THE OVER THE LINE TOURNAMENT
July 14-15 & July 21-22 ¢ The Old Mission Beach
Athletic Club proudly presents the 65th Annual World Championship Over the Line Tournament (OLT). Get ready for all-day fun as games start at 7:30 a.m. and continue until it’s dark, both weekends! Register your team online, or come watch the games for free and cheer for your favorite team.
www.ombac.org
NATIVE KNOWLEDGE BY LOCALS FOR LOCALS /// WHERE TO BE MONDAY-SUNDAY
Life of the Party Ryan Labbe Shows Us Where to Be Seen in San Diego
EXPERT: Ryan Labbe CREDENTIALS: Partner, Oxford Social Club & The Pool House
MONDAY ¢ Office day on 9th Avenue looking into Padres stadium. When I’m done with the day, I head over to Fit, get a workout in, then pop out at night for some cocktails at The Nolen before hitting the sack. www.thenolenrooftop.com www.fitathletic.com
TUESDAY ¢ Wake up, get a workout at F45 Training, then head over for some breakfast before going to the office. I grab after-work bites at Mezé—the Mezé Platter is my go to. www.gaslampmeze.com
WEDNESDAY ¢ I grab some breakfast at The Broken Yolk Café and catch up on some emails and calls before heading over to Fit for a quick workout. www.thebrokenyolkcafe.com
THURSDAY ¢ I wake up to get some fasted cardio in and then hit Breakfast Republic for a few impromptu meetings before heading to the office. Then I rally for dinner at Lionfish before
heading to Oxford Social Club for industry night.
www.lionfishsd.com www.theoxfordsd.com
FRIDAY ¢ Head to The Pool House at Pendry San Diego to meet with the team to review the prior night and go over the upcoming weekend. I might hit IT’SUGAR and then make my way to Nobu for dinner. www.itsugar.com www.noburestaurants.com
SATURDAY ¢ I’ll go to Pacific Beach to hit Firehouse or El Prez for some beach air and a few beers. After soaking up the San Diego sun, I shoot back downtown to get ready for the night. www.firehousepb.com www.thewoodgroupsd.com/venues/ el-prez
SUNDAY ¢ I get up to go to Fit for a workout and if I can pull it together after, I usually find myself at one of a few spots—El Chingon, Nobu or Firehouse. www.elchingon.com
“I might hit IT’SUGAR and then make my way to Nobu for dinner.”
CLIQUE HOSPITALITY 6445 S Tenaya Way, Ste 150 Las Vegas, NV 89113 702.489.2129 www.cliquehospitality.com Photoshoot Location: OXFORD SOCIAL CLUB 435 Fifth Ave San Diego, CA 92101 619.738.7040 www.theoxfordsd.com
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NATIVE KNOWLEDGE BY LOCALS FOR LOCALS /// WHERE TO BE MONDAY-SUNDAY
It’s All Good This Local Boutique Owner Shows Us Around Her Town
EXPERT: Leah Kirpalani CREDENTIALS: Founder, Good Life and Shop Good
MONDAY ¢ I make sure to set the tone for my week and honor myself with a good heart-pumping workout. I’ve been moving my body with San Diego Core Fitness for three years and have yet to find a better form of fitness!
www.sandiegocorefitness.com
TUESDAY ¢ Holsem’s Superfood Salad is my jam. All the best proteins, healthy fats and organic greens to keep my energy up and hunger at bay. I’m a creature of habit, so let’s just say my noon Holsem visits have become quite routine. www.holsemcoffee.com
WEDNESDAY ¢ The hottest trends in all-natural skincare and beauty? We’ve got that covered at Shop Good. But for new trends and classic pieces in apparel and home decor, I get my fix at the adorable North Park boutique, Maven. www.mavensd.com
THURSDAY ¢ It’s such a treat to pop in for a weeknight visit to the Ocean Beach neighborhood gem, Little Lion Cafe. The dining
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experience resembles a gourmet, home-cooked meal. Get there on the early side to snag a table on the patio during magic hour! www.thelittlelioncafe.com
FRIDAY ¢ Our weekly email has gone out, providing our audience with exciting event announcements and clean beauty or wellness tips of the week. And, our shop blooms are ready to be picked up at Native Poppy! Their floral designs give our shop punchy pops of color. www.nativepoppy.com
SATURDAY ¢ If I’m not at Tribute Pizza on Friday, then I’m probably there on Saturday. My classic order is the Margherita pizza—cadillac style!—a caesar salad and roasted green beans. www.tributepizza.com
SUNDAY ¢ I love heading up to Domaine Artefact Winery in Highland Valley for some sunshine and rosé. We’ll pack up our dog, Franklin, a couple of piled-high Whole Foods salads and hit the vineyard! www.domaineartefact.wine
“We’ll pack up our dog, Franklin, a couple of piled-high Whole Foods salads and hit the vineyard!”
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NATIVE KNOWLEDGE BY LOCALS FOR LOCALS /// WHERE TO BE MONDAY-SUNDAY
Take It Easy This SD Local Enjoys the Simple Things
EXPERT: Holly Niedringhaus CREDENTIALS: Marketing Coordinator, Seaport Village + Headquarters
MONDAY ¢ A morning spin class at SPARKCYCLE in La Jolla gives me a ton of energy to get me through my Monday. The instructors at this studio are incredible and the best part is they give you a cold eucalyptus towel at the end of class! www.sparkcycle.com
TUESDAY ¢ Taco Tuesday at Puesto at The Headquarters, of course! Although there are amazing tacos to be found all over San Diego, the Filet Mignon Taco at Puesto is my favorite. The meat is wrapped in a crispy/melty cheese—you can’t go wrong! www.eatpuesto.com
WEDNESDAY ¢ My office is located in the heart of Seaport Village, so I am fortunate to [be able to] walk along the waterfront during my lunch breaks. www.seaportvillage.com
THURSDAY ¢ My friends and I do a quarterly Italian dinner party, and our most recent one was at Enoteca Adriano in North Pacific Beach. Their homemade pastas and burrata appetizers are to die for and the restaurant is adorable.
FRIDAY ¢ Date night at BO-beau kitchen + roof tap in Ocean Beach. I am not the first and certainly won’t be the last person to recommend BObeau’s Famous Brussels Sprouts with pancetta, parmesan and balsamic. These are the best Brussels in San Diego. www.cohnrestaurants.com/ bobeaukitchenrooftap
SATURDAY ¢ I love perusing the Little Italy Mercato Farmers Market on Saturday mornings. It’s so much fun to walk through, try samples and check out locally-made crafts. After the market, I always make a stop at Mona Lisa’s on India Street for a sandwich. www.littleitalysd.com www.monalisalittleitaly.com
SUNDAY ¢ A visit to Liberty Station in Point Loma is always a nice Sunday activity. Sit outside at Stone Brewing Co. for a beer flight and then head over to THE LOT to watch a movie. You can have snacks and drinks delivered to your seat while relaxing in comfy chairs that recline.
“A visit to Liberty Station in Point Loma is always a nice Sunday activity.”
www.libertystation.com www.stonebrewing.com
www.enotecaadriano.com
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Sole Food This Local Walks Us Around His ‘Hood
“Herringbone is one of my all-time favorite spots.”
EXPERT: Christian Rosier CREDENTIALS: Co-Founder, Patara
MONDAY ¢ Herringbone is one of my all-time favorite spots. The vibe is always great, and on Mondays they have hard-tobeat happy hour deals. I’m a big fan of the buffalo octopus and the flatbreads! www.herringboneeats.com
TUESDAY ¢ I like to get started on my work and [check] emails at Pannikin. I am able to walk from my house and their coffee does the trick. Great work environment and spot to focus. www.pannikincoffeeandtea.com
WEDNESDAY ¢ Enoteca Adriano is hands down my favorite go-to for some delicious pasta. Their burrata is also top notch—try the one with prosciutto. Plus, there’s no cork fee on Wednesdays which is nice. Who doesn’t enjoy BYOB? www.enotecaadriano.com
THURSDAY ¢ You can find me at Himitsu, one of the greatest new additions to downtown La Jolla. This place is dank and, in my opinion, is the best sushi spot
in San Diego right now—and the sushi chefs are awesome. www.himitsusd.com
FRIDAY ¢ I like to kick back with friends at Eppig Brewing in North Park. North Park has grown so much and is a nice change of pace from La Jolla. My friend’s new kombucha brewery, JuneShine, is right next door! www.eppigbrewing.com www.juneshine.co
SATURDAY ¢ Liberty Station is a great place to hang on Saturdays if I’m not working. You can find me in Liberty Public Market grabbing a beer and having a lobster roll. Stone Brewing and Moniker General are also great spots. www.libertystation.com
SUNDAY ¢ THE LOT in La Jolla is a goto. Lounging in one of their recliners while watching a great movie with on-demand food and beverage service is hard to beat. Check it out if you haven’t! www.thelotent.com
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WRITTEN BY: JASMÍN NELSON • PHOTOGRAPHED BY: KAMBRIA FISCHER
Summertime-fine season has arrived and we’ve got the guys who are living their best lives and dressing well while doing it. They’re mixing it up in menswear with stylin’ and profilin’ pieces, and we’re totally here for it. Pop your collared shirts, slip your shades on and meet some SoCal sartorial experts. These well-groomed gents mix it up with top trends, seamless street wear and casual clothing all worth your disposable income.
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“The dog tags remind me of family and the Navy. Each dog tag has one of my kids’ names and birth dates on it. The dog tags themselves remind of my time serving this country!” “I love John Varvatos because his design has that New York vibe. I have a special love for New York City. I went to NYU, but most importantly it’s where I met my wife, Danielle.”
SCHAFFER DENTAL EXCELLENCE 12750 Carmel Country Rd, Ste 205 San Diego CA 92130 858.481.1148 schafferdental.com
“I got into style from my time in NYC. I love John Varvatos’ casual rock ‘n’ roll style.” “What style means to me is mainly feeling comfortable and hopefully representing a little of my personality.”
Robert Schaffer, DDS
FAMILY MAN Ò Dr. Schaffer loves having a big family. He has four kids and two dogs. “I love the fun chaos of it,” he says. “We do everything together.”
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Photoshoot Location: JOHN VARVATOS Fashion Valley 7007 Friars Rd San Diego, CA 92108 619.452.2666 www.johnvarvatos.com
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SO FLOSSY Ò Dr. Schaffer is San Diego’s first certified green dentist and aims to make an impact on the planet‘s carbon footprint.
OFF THE WALL Ò You can also find Dr. Schaffer sporting his favorite leather Vans. “Vans remind me of the Southern California lifestyle, surfing and skating, which I do with mykids.”
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“My shoes have rose gold [eyelets] to match my rose gold belt buckle. I believe accessories tie everything together and a sports coat and jeans go a long way.” “My outfit shows off well; it’s an attention grabber. I dress with color and I have a colorful style and I appreciate a trim fit.”
“The shirt is Eton brand with a blend of cashmere and silk with a little face with a mustache, blue hair and sunglasses; from a distance, it looks like mini polka dots.” “Guys can wear [a sports coat] many ways—for fun, fundraisers, family outings, kids events—and it doesn’t always have to be conservative. You can make your coat pop and be bold while making a statement.”
ASCOT MASCOT Ò “I have a store dog named Oliver and he’s a very famous dog in La Jolla,” Andy says. “He seriously is the cutest dog on the planet. People walk into the store just to see him.”
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THE ASCOT SHOP 7750 Girard Ave La Jolla, CA 92037 858.454.4222 www.ascotshop.com
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HE’S WHEELIE GOOD Ò Andy has recently got into cycling with the Challenged Athlete Foundation. His personal goal is to raise $12,500, and he’ll ride from SF to SD in October.
ALL IN THE FAMILY Ò The Ascot Shop opened in 1950, and it’s a family business with both his dad and sister working there as well. He started working there in the 1990s.
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“I wore TOMS because of their giving back source and the philanthropy of the brand.” “I always gravitated toward fashion. I’m from Chicago, worked and spent years in retail and so it’s always been a passion of mine.”
ALTERNATIVE STRATEGIES 3180 University Ave, Ste 640 San Diego, CA 92104 619.858.0322 www.altstrategies.com Photoshoot Location: MAVERICK BEACH CLUB 860 Garnet Ave San Diego, CA 92109 858.999.0348 www.maverickssd.com
“I wore the pink jacket because I like to incorporate something solid into what I wear and then there’s a pattern in the shirt.” “I’m not influenced by any person or style. Sometimes inspiration is just fashion-forward, never modern and vintage.”
FASHION, TURN TO THE LEFT How would William describe his style in three words? “Unique, edgy and trendy,” he says.
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PRO TIP William’s style advice is to wear conversational pieces on dates to break the ice!
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“The socks are Topman and I like to wear long socks lately. There’s something about showing a little sock from the shoe to the pant.” “Back in high school when I got out of the school uniform era, I wanted to look different from everyone else. I’ve always been drawn to wearing things different from everyone else...I do what I want and wear what I want. Damn, I sound like such a rebel, huh?”
THE CASUAL BOARDWALK www.thecasualboardwalk.com @alexsalcedo Photoshoot Location: TOPMAN Fashion Valley 6997 Friars Rd San Diego, CA 92108 619.294.5733 us.topman.com
“The necklace I’m wearing, I made it from my wedding gift. It was a key. I’ve been married five years.” “The ‘No Thank You’ tee is from Forever 21. There’s a similar one at Nordstrom if you want to pay $125, but I’m thrifty.”
BALLIN’ ON A BUDGET Ò Alex wants to set the record straight: “I hate the misconception that I’m ‘ballin;’ I’m really savvy with my money despite what my mom thinks!”
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SNAP A PIC Ò His hobby is photography and he likes to shoot landscapes, buildings and cars.
BOW WOW Ò He has two dogs, a Boston terrier named Penelope and a rat terrier named Zoey. “I call them my kids; it’s the millennial thing to have your pets be your kids.”
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ALOHA BEACH CLUB 3039 University Ave San Diego, CA 92104 808.292.2985 www.alohabeachclub.com
Billy Wickens “I chose this outfit because our aloha shirts have always been a staple in my wardrobe. It’s easy to wear in a casual setting or becomes easy to dress up in a more professional environment.” “I like that our parkas give you the comfort of a jacket but are thin enough for San Diego’s late spring conditions.”
Kahana Kalama “Over the years, I’ve said that I tend to have a ‘plantation vacation’ aesthetic to what I’m wearing. It varies by the day’s responsibilities, or lack thereof, from workwear to resortwear.” “[Style] doesn't necessarily have anything to do with the clothes one is wearing, it's more about how someone carries themselves, acts and moves. It’s a physical representation of whether or not an individual is at peace with his or her own creativity.”
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ISLAND VIBES Ò Kahana grew up in Hawaii, and after he moved to California to go to college, he surfed professionally for a few years before starting Aloha Beach Club.
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CREDENTIALS: FOUNDERS, ALOHA BEACH CLUB #INSPO Ò Kahana’s fashion inspirations range from Raf Simons, Virgil Abloh and Demna Gvasalia to Hiroki Nakamura. And for the classics? Duke Kahanamoku and JFK.
THREAD BY THREAD Ò Gym Standard, Balenciaga, Barney Cools and Pilgrim Surf are some of Billy’s fashion influences for his selfproclaimed tropical, laidback style.
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“The pants and shoes are those pieces I can wear all the time. Black, comfortable and go with many other items I own.” “I personally tend to wear items that are more limited and hard to find. I invest in pieces that are versatile, have longevity, and travel and pack well.”
ACD GALLERY 2923 Upas St San Diego, CA 92104 619.208.8082 www.acdgallery.com
“The jacket is lightweight and breathable, perfect for San Diego weather.” “I usually wear a lot of black but right now I am really feeling this purple overdye t-shirt by CAV EMPT. The quality is amazing and the shirt gets better with every wear.”
KICK, PUSH, COAST Ò Quality, exclusivity and comfortability is how Keith would describe his style. At a very young age, he got into fashion through music and skateboarding.
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EXPERT:
Keith Marzo CREDENTIALS: OWNER, ACD GALLERY
EAT FRESH Ò Keith has been vegetarian since he was 12 years old.
LOVE IN THE AIR Ò He says that his beautiful wife, Jennie, is his biggest supporter and business partner.
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In 10 years, she went from being a finalist in an international film festival to holding roles on two popular TV series at the same time. Throw in about a dozen films, shows and a few voice overs in between, and you have a glimpse at a budding career for an 18-year-old actress.
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It’s difficult to say that the star of Showtime’s “Shameless” and ABC’s “Roseanne” is an emerging talent. In fact, it doesn’t make any sense at all. She landed her role on “Shameless” back in 2011 when she was a precocious kid. Since then, her character has gone through such a long and transformative evolution that we forget that the real person behind the character was a girl making her way in the world and coming of age in Hollywood studios.
4 years old,” Emma said. “When I saw Mary Poppins for the first time, I wanted nothing more than to be Jane,” she chuckled.
Emma’s story begins on the other side of the country in New York, where she was born to a defense attorney and a writer, who both played an extremely important role in giving their daughter a push on her path. At an early age, her mother broadened Emma’s horizons by enrolling her in ballet, gymnastics, karate, soccer and other sports. But according to Emma, none of them took to her more than acting classes. “I wanted to act since I was
Emma explained that her father is an extremely talented writer, and having written for outlets such as the New York Post and Fox Sports, I’m inclined to believe her. Her father took an interest in Emma’s drive and proficiency in writing, and worked with her to perfect her craft. While her father enabled her to write way beyond the normal capabilities of a 7-year-old child, it was all Emma who decided to break into the world of screenwriting.
This was the point, as Malcolm Gladwell would put it, that Emma’s 10,000 hours toward becoming a world-class actress began. Acting is what Emma excels in now, but expect her to start moving toward where she started, which is writing screenplays and making films.
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Bucket List “I want to travel Europe when I have some time off, play Janis Joplin in a movie or series and do a coming of age indie film like Lady Bird,” said Emma. Sing It, Girl! Emma is a huge music fan! She says her dad got her into music and among her favorites are The Beatles, Unknown Mortal Orchestra, Cage the Elephant and Glass Animals. Native Knowledge Emma is a proponent of animal rights. She also has two dogs of her own, and a 20-pound cat —you read that right—named Cheddar. She hopes to open an animal rescue facility in the future.
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Two years later, Emma was 9 and her short film, The New Girl In Town, which she wrote, filmed, produced and starred in, was a finalist at the New Jersey International Film Festival. “It’s like a ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ type vibe,” Emma laughed. Several short films followed as Emma worked toward paying her dues learning the industry and always making forward strides in her career path. For the past seven years, Emma has gone through her informative phase while holding down a steady role on an award-winning show. Not to mention all the other projects she’s been a part of, such as starring in “Boardwalk Empire” and doing a voice over in Epic. And all the while her youthful spirit prevailed. Emma goes to great lengths in order for her to relate to her characters. Prior to filming the pilot episode of “Shameless,” Mark Mylod, the producer at the time, gathered the cast for a meeting. Mylod asked them to each write a backstory for their character. It’s an exercise designed to help the actor own the character and polish the seams between real and make-believe. Since then, Emma’s done that for just about all of her roles. This includes her latest character, Harris Conner-Healy, on the revival and 10th season of “Roseanne.” It’s a show that unapologetically gets right in the face of people's beliefs and struggles. “Harris represents that teen angst and emotional struggle,” Emma explained. “She’s lost and doesn’t fit in, and may come across as a bratty teenager, but she just doesn’t know how to express her emotions.” When Emma arrived in Hollywood she admits that she had trouble fitting in. I got the impression she wasn’t the typical Disney kid the industry looks for. To fit in, she did a very natural
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thing and tried to alter her behavior in an effort to make people like her. “Eventually, I finally came to terms with who I am, and I encourage young people to do the same thing,” she exclaimed. Her relentless work ethic is something she inherited from her parents, who she is close with, as they are very much involved with her career, but we see her on TV as part of two other families who confront very different forms of issues. “‘Roseanne’ shows a real family and that’s what we’re representing,” she told me when I asked if it bothers her that the show offends some people. She’s very aware that “Roseanne” ruffled some feathers in its first season. While the family in the show goes through life’s trials to make us laugh, we forget that it’s serious for the characters. “Comedy is scary!” Emma told me. “I learned from great actors like John Goodman and Roseanne Barr that unless you’re a comedian, to be funny, you shouldn’t try to be funny. These situations are very serious for the characters even though it’s funny for the audience, so we take these moments very seriously during comedic scenes.” Emma’s efforts at honing her craft are paying off, much to the benefit of her fans and followers. Expect her to shine as she reprises her roles as Debbie and Harris in new seasons of “Shameless” and “Roseanne.” Somewhere in the thick of that schedule she managed to star in Robert the Bruce, which is a prequel to the Academy Awardwinning film Braveheart. She has dreams beyond what she’s working on now, both as personal goals and career-driven aims. In the future, whether Emma is fulfilling her dream of traveling around Europe or directing an indie film she wrote, you’ll find her doing what she does best; wildly driven toward whatever she puts her mind to.
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“For certain scenes that I don’t connect on in my life, I ’ll watch similar movies, and talk to people who have similar experiences, and really listen.” —EMMA
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Cluttered shelves that overflow with home and beauty products are so passé. At Thread + Seed, an emerging home and beauty store in Bankers Hill, minimalism and bare essentials are always in style. Within this modern-chic paradise, you can find small-batch pantry items, houseplants in uniquely-designed pots and eggshaped holders, beauty products containing natural ingredients and curated gift boxes with an array of hand-selected goodies.
Owner and Founder Melanie Michaud possesses a knack for both marketing and connecting with customers—talents that not only aided her in her career, but have also fueled her passion for business since childhood. “As a little kid, I would create fake catalogs and try to convince people to buy my nonexistent goods,” she laughs. “I’ve been in retail my whole life, so I always had a feeling that I was going to end up starting a small business of my own.” Michaud’s first business enterprise, a boutique and home decor outlet called Graffiti Beach, originated as a seasonal pop-up shop in Venice Beach, but she soon felt San Diego—and its undersaturated craft market—calling to her. In 2012, Graffiti Beach opened its doors to San Diego’s South Park neighborhood, albeit “on a shoestring budget,” says Michaud. “But the community was so vocal in its support 60 LOCALE MAGAZINE
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“THE COMMUNITY WAS SO VOCAL IN ITS SUPPORT FOR ME AND MY S T O R E , A N D I F E LT INSPIRED TO REACH OUT TO LOCAL CRAFTERS AND HAVE THE VERY BEST OF THEIR PRODUCTS LINE MY S H E LV E S .” —MELANIE MICHAUD
for me and my store, and I felt inspired to reach out to local crafters and have the very best of their products line my shelves.”
beauty really pays off in the end, although you may have to wait a while for your dry skin and acne to clear up as the toxins leave your body.”
Thread + Seed, meanwhile, is a relatively new establishment, less than a year old. Like its neighbors, its exterior is dramatic and eye-catching, with wood paneling stained slate gray and reddish-brown. On the inside, however, a stark white background (with one dark gray accent wall bearing the store’s logo) offsets wooden shelves holding ceramic bowls, glass jars with leafy, green houseplants and scented candles. Michaud’s dutifully curated gift boxes are found near the entryway: one contains a bath bomb and a book titled “52 Lists for Happiness,” while another features Tokyo incense and stardust pillow mist. But the focal point of the store is a large, rectangular countertop displaying serums and cleansers from relatively small brands like From Molly With Love and Lily Lolo.
This increasing demand for health-centric, affordable skincare does make it difficult to keep local favorites on the shelves. Among these frequently out-of-stock products is Precious Flower Oil by Holistic Science, a San Diegobased company and a favorite of Michaud’s. “This product contains marula oil, which makes it great for nourishing and hydrating dry skin—not to mention that it’s gentle enough to tone and remove makeup,” she explains.
The common thread amongst the array of products is “clean beauty,” a term that has been steadily sweeping through smaller skincare companies and Instagram beauty pages. “To me,” explains Michaud, “clean beauty means going back to basics and selling products that contain healthy, natural ingredients at a reasonable price.” She notes that harmful ingredients are abound in American-made cosmetics, whereas in Europe and Canada many substances are banned from beauty products. “Did you know that 60 percent of what you put on your body is absorbed into your skin and goes into your blood flow? That’s why grassroots efforts to create healthier alternatives matter so much. My customers and I have found that making a full effort to switch to clean
But how exactly does Michaud decide which products Thread + Seed will carry? “First, I have to hear the crafter’s story for myself and form a connection with this person. Next, because I’m a very visual person, I need to be able to see how the product will fit into the store’s vibe, which means the packaging needs to be on point. The final criterion is the overall quality of the product. My employees and I receive a ton of samples, so we’re always testing them out to determine the best of the best.” With the busy schedule Michaud maintains, she is continually re-energized and inspired by the people of San Diego, especially her neighbors. “What I’ve learned is that people who live within a three-mile radius of my shops are going to be my key customers, so I have to keep their needs in mind and listen to what the immediate market wants,” she says. At the end of the day, what Michaud truly wants is to help San Diegans become more conscious about taking care of their bodies, and making them feel as good on the outside as they do on the inside. LOCALE MAGAZINE 61
1970s Look - All Apparel Provided By: Maven | Earrings & Rings Provided By: Flashback Recycled Fashion | Antik Batik Handbag Provided By: elizabeth&prince | Marc Jacobs Shoes Provided By: REVOLVE
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They say fashion evolves in cycles; everything old is new again, and what goes around, comes back around. In 2018, many of the “best ofs” from the past decades are making an appearance once again, but with a fresh new spin that’s relevant and now. With the bright colors of the ‘70s, edginess of the ‘80s, everything plaid from the ‘90s and let us not forget the early 2000s with pops of bubblegum colors and bare midriffs à la Britney Spears. Today’s twist on decade couture will give you life this fashion season, and we’ve got the 411 on how to put these looks together.
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Get This Look Delfi Collective Mara Dress $350 elizabeth&prince, elizabethandprince.com
Petit Alistair Bag Clare V., $345
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Tony Bianco, $122 REVOLVE, revolve.com
GET THE ‘70S VIBE WITH THESE FAR OUT LOOKS
XL Classic Hoops
$70 Maven, mavensd.com
Retro looks from the disco era are back with a hint of Boho-chic. Stylish slinky kaftans, worn belted with abstract colors, corduroy mini-skirts, jumpsuits, chunky heel booties and geometric-shaped accessories are looks you can find at boutiques like Elizabeth & Prince.
White Oval Sunglasses and Statement Rings Flashback Recycled Fashion
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Crap Eyewear, $62 Ban.do, bando.com
1. “Tell me about it, stud.” - Grease
Astrid Knotted Tassel Earrings Vanessa Mooney, $40 REVOLVE, revolve.com
2. “You’re gonna need a bigger boat.” - Jaws
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3. “I got the golden ticket.” - Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
1. “I Want You Back” by The Jackson 5
4. “Yo Adrian, I did it.” - Rocky
2. “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” by Diana Ross
18K Gold Teardrop Earrings
IPPOLITA, $1,095 Bloomingdale’s, bloomingdales.com
5. “Leave the gun. Take the cannoli.” -The Godfather
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Tory Burch, $358 Bloomingdale’s, bloomingdales.com
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Get This Look Belt Blazer
OFF-WHITE, $1,745
Handbag
OFF-WHITE, $1,140
Vedette Booties
Jeffrey Campbell, $220
Geometric Hoops
LARUICCI, $132 REVOLVE, revolve.com
Arora Ring
STAND OUT WITH THESE TOTALLY ROCKIN’ ENSEMBLES
Wolf Circus, $120
Magnes Ring
Wolf Circus, $105 Maven, mavensd.com
1980s looks are all about bold and bright! Bright colors, bold shoulders and boy-cut blazers. Make this “new wave” of ‘80s-style fashion work for you with vibrant colors, leather pants, rocker tees and a fitted silhouette. Find the pieces you need for edgy ‘80s glam at retailers like REVOLVE, where all the top trends are right at your fingertips.
Boyfriend Belt
Rag & Bone, $160 Nordstrom, www.nordstrom.com
Rock ‘N’ Roll Songs of the ‘80s
‘80s Slang
1. “Don’t Stop Believing” by Journey
1. Tubular
2. “Livin’ on a Prayer” by Bon Jovi
2. Gnarly
3. “Pour Some Sugar on Me” by Def Leppard
4. Grody to the Max
4. “Sweet Child O’ Mine” by Guns N’ Roses
5. Take a Chill Pill
5. “Here I Go Again” by Whitesnake
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Babaton, $195 Aritzia, aritzia.com
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Arie Threader Earrings
BaubleBar, $28 Nordstrom, nordstrom.com
Rain Booties
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Half Moon Faux Leather Crossbody Bag Street Level, $68 Nordstrom, nordstrom.com
EXPERT: Joseph Henry CREDENTIALS: Hair Stylist, Salon Kazumi
A lot of ‘80s hairstyles are already back again. I think it’s highly due to going back to our hair roots! Embracing our natural side and natural hair textures. SALON KAZUMI 9725 S Santa Monica Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 818.359.9635 | www.josephhenryhair.com
Get This Look Karma Earrings
Eight by Gjenmi Jewelry, $57
Guns N’ Roses Tee Daydreamer, $64
Fuego Flare Leather Pants EAVES, $498
Kendall Heel
Tony Bianco, $147
Handbag
OFF-WHITE, $935 REVOLVE, revolve.com
Arora Ring
Wolf Circus, $120
Magnes Ring
Wolf Circus, $105 Maven, mavensd.com
So Extra OVER-THETOP ‘80S TRENDS 1. Shoulder pads 2. Fishnets 3. Excessive hairspray 4. Leg warmers
Balfern Leather Biker Jacket ALLSAINTS, $498 Nordstrom, nordstrom.com
Celeb Inspo 1. Madonna 2. Sarah Jessica Parker 3. Grace Jones 4. Molly Ringwald
Micro Beyeren Backpack Auxiliary, $99.99 Aritzia, aritzia.com
Premium Kick Flare Crop Leather Pants Topshop, $209.99 Nordstrom, nordstrom.com
Arizona Graphic Tee
Topshop x Tee & Cake, $45 Nordstrom, nordstrom.com
Landen Ankle Strap Sandal Steve Madden, $89.95 Nordstrom, nordstrom.com
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Get This Look Wool-Blend Cabby Hat
$17.90 Forever21, forever21.com
Pearlina Earrings Jennifer Behr, $128
Round Metal Ray-Ban, $153
Cobra Pant
I.AM.GIA, $120
Empire Chain Link Sneaker
TAKE A CHILL PILL AND CHECK OUT THESE ‘90S LOOKS
Marc Jacobs REVOLVE, revolve.com
Choker Necklace
Fashion from the ‘90s is all about mixed plaids, bold colors and rad hats. Think comfortable pieces that are functional for layering, like oversized sweaters, flower-print mini dresses, plaid skirts, full-coverage jeans, half shirts and denim jackets. Mixing textures and prints were big in the ‘90s and shops like A’maree’s have a great selection of authentic-looking throwback threads with today’s luxe and modern feel.
Flashbacks Recycled Fashion
Denim Jacket
Lucien Pellat-Finet A'maree’s, amarees.com
Magnes Ring
Wolf Circus, $105
Arora Ring
Wolf Circus, $120 Maven, mavensd.com
Mila Coral Handbag $542 Salar Milano, salar.it
Emmy Wool Cap
Hat Attack, $55 REVOLVE, revolve.com
Top Tech 1. Power Wheels Barbie Jammin’ Jeep Wrangler 2. Girl Tech Password Journal
501 Skinny
3. Tamagotchi
Levi’s, $118 Aritzia, aritzia.com
2. “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” 3. “Seinfeld” 4. “The Simpsons”
Glow Two Tone Mule
Topshop, $120 Nordstrom, nordstrom.com
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5. “Rocko’s Modern Life”
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EXPERT: Alli Hayes CREDENTIALS: Owner, Waylon Salon & Boutique
For the “Rachel” look, find a great hairstylist who is familiar with long and short layered cuts. WAYLON SALON & BOUTIQUE 5726 La Jolla Blvd, Ste 105, San Diego, CA 92037 858.230.7992 | www.waylonsalon.com
Photos - Alli Hayes/Waylon Salon & Boutique: Kambria Fischer
1. “Friends”
IR F O YOU
Topshop, $135 Nordstrom, nordstrom.com
1990s TV SHOWS
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4. Nintendo Game Boy Color
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Get This Look Ane Blouse $65
Bralette
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Magnes Ring
Wolf Circus, $105
Arora Ring
Wolf Circus, $120 Maven, mavensd.com
Giselle A-Line Ruffle Skirt
RESTOCK YOUR CLOSET WITH THESE ESSENTIALS, FO SHIZZLE
Grlfrnd, $168
Bibi Heel
Raye, $158 REVOLVE, revolve.com
Though not too long ago, the early 2000s were a fashionista’s playground. So many pop culture looks came out of Y2K—Juicy Couture velour tracksuits, Uggs, cotton candy-colored pieces that bared a midriff and distressed denim on denim on denim. Today, instead of the velour Juicy tracksuits, opt for a trendy sheer top like this one from Maven, with a denim skirt that still screams “hip.”
Laruicci Beautiful Ones Earring
$125 LARUICCI, laruicci.myshopify.com
Mini Hana Studded Leather Crossbody Bag See By Chloé, $320 Neiman Marcus Beverly Hills, chloe.com
Yikes! 4 TRENDS WE DON’T WANT TO COME BACK 1. Ed Hardy Shirts
Metal Yarn Cowl Camisole
FROM THE PAST PLAYLIST
Spray Studded Denim Skirt Topshop, $68 Nordstrom, nordstrom.com
3. “Say My Name” by Destiny’s Child 4. “Bye, Bye, Bye” by ‘N Sync
Chain Drop Earrings
Topshop, $30 Nordstrom, nordstrom.com
Arianna Heel
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5. “Thong Song” by Sisqo 6. “Livin’ La Vida Loca” by Ricky Martin
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The Last Lolita Sunglasses
4. Scarves Around Waist
1. “Oops! . . . I Did It Again” by Britney Spears 2. “Hot In Herre” by Nelly
Le Specs x Adam Selman, $119 REVOLVE, revolve.com
3. Trucker Hats
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by the way., $92 REVOLVE, revolve.com
2. Studded Belts
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EXPERT: Cerissa Nevins CREDENTIALS: Owner and Hair Stylist, Salt Hair Lounge
Instead of the old-school butterfly or plastic claw clips from the early 2000s, try gold and silver hair jewelry like hoops or simple metal pins. SALT HAIR LOUNGE 410 Main St, Ste 104, Huntington Beach, CA 92648 714.465.9037 | www.salthairlounge.com
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Kickin’ It Old School V I N TAG E F I N D S I N S O U T H E R N CA L I F O R N I A
HUNT & GATHER
FLASHBACKS
SWELLEGANT VINTAGE CLOTHING
2871 University Ave San Diego, CA 92104 619.297.3040 www.huntandgathershop.com
3849 Fifth Ave San Diego, CA 92103 619.291.4200
3409 Newport Blvd Newport Beach, CA 92663 949. 673.3604 www.swellegantvintageclothing.com
ELSEWHERE VINTAGE
AMERICAN VINTAGE
THE WAY WE WORE
105 W Chapman Ave Orange, CA 92866 714.771.2116
201 Main St Huntington Beach, CA 92648 714.969.9670
334 S La Brea Ave Los Angeles, CA 90036 323.937.0878 www.thewaywewore.com
WHAT GOES AROUND COMES AROUND
REVIVALS STORES
FUNKY AND DARN NEAR NEW
9520 Brighton Way Beverly Hills, CA 90210 310.858.0250 www.whatgoesaroundnyc.com
611 S Palm Canyon Dr Palm Springs, CA 92264 760.318.6491 www.revivalsstores.com
55812 Twentynine Palms Hwy Yucca Valley, CA 92284 760.449.7717 www.funkydarnnearnew.com
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JUST FIVE MORE MINUTES...
Photoshoot Location: THE RITZ-CARLTON, LAGUNA NIGUEL One Ritz-Carlton Dr Dana Point, CA 92629 949.240.2000 www.ritzcarlton.com/lagunaniguel
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PHOTOGRAPHED BY: TAE KWON STYLED BY: KALYNN NGUYEN AND BEBE JEAN HAIR AND MAKEUP BY: LEXI KLEYLA USING BECCA COSMETICS AND AMIKA MODEL: JONETTA KAISER OF BRAND MODEL & TALENT, www.brandtalent.net
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ROBE PROVIDED BY: Fleur du Mal Forward by Elyse Walker www.fwrd.com SKINCARE PROVIDED BY: Mario Badescu www.mariobadescu.com Dermalogica www.dermalogica.com
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TOP PROVIDED BY: ATM Anthony Thomas Melillo Saks Fifth Beverly Hills www.saksfifthavenue.com PAJAMA SHORTS PROVIDED BY: Fleur du Mal Saks Fifth Beverly Hills www.saksfifthavenue.com MAKEUP PROVIDED BY: Sephora www.sephora.com Glossier www.glossier.com
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RHAPSODY STYLE WITH NIHAN www.stylewithnihan.com @stylewithnihan
Nihan Gorkem Gives a Tour of Her Favorite Boutiques in Encinitas WRITTEN BY: NIHAN GORKEM PHOTOGRAPHED BY: DAMIEN NOBLE ANDREWS MAKEUP BY: LIBBEY LAZARUS HAIR BY: ALBERTO CARRILLO
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SEA + WANDER More on the Cardiff side of Encinitas, this boutique offers a mix of city edge with beach-vibe styles. They carry some of my favorite brands that make the perfect floral and flowy dresses, and they also have a great selection of eco-friendly gifts and kids toys. Make sure to stop by when you're in the area!
Being a style and travel blogger who is constantly on the go,
154 Aberdeen Dr Cardiff, CA 92007 760.487.5788 www.sea-and-wander.com
the clothes I wear change all the time. However, there are certain looks I go back to every summer, which create a big part of my signature style—boho-chic and Cali beachbabe being some of my favorites. One of my favorite neighborhoods in San Diego, the charming and adorable Encinitas, has the best boutiques in town. — APPAREL & ACCESSORIES PROVIDED BY: Sea + Wander
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More on the Cardiff side of Encinitas, this boutique offers a mix of city edge with beachvibe styles.
APPAREL & ACCESSORIES PROVIDED BY: Salt Culture
Located in the cutest beach cottage in the heart of Encinitas, Salt Culture is your one-stop shop for all your bohochic looks!
RANDOMS BOUTIQUE At Randoms Boutique, boho-chic meets casual beach life. With their selection of dresses to jumpsuits, this boutique will be a game changer for your wardrobe before your next vacay to Tulum or Sayulita. 1114 N Coast Hwy 101, Ste 1 Encinitas, CA 92024 760.419.9217 www.randomsboutique.myshopify.com
CARAVAN WEST I can’t wait to visit Morocco one day, but in the meantime, I love stopping by this boutique to check out their unique, bohemian-inspired pieces— especially their rugs and pillows. They carry an exquisite selection of home goods, coffee table books and some of my favorite Aussie brands as well.
SALT CULTURE Located in the cutest beach cottage in the heart of Encinitas, Salt Culture is your one-stop shop for all your boho-chic looks! They have a great selection of pieces from preppy, polka dot dresses to Beyoncé-worthy striped jumpsuits and relaxed, flowy styles. Don’t forget to check out their secret patio and the butterfly mural for some Instagram-worthy shots! 930 S Coast Hwy 101 Encinitas, CA 92024 760.487.5920 www.salt-culture.com
587 S Coast Hwy 101 Encinitas, CA 92024 760.487.5930 www.shopcaravanwest.com
Globe Trotter • Nihan’s family is from Turkey.
Boss Girl • Nihan is a digital marketer and blogger living in San Diego.
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DESIGN 4 CORNERS This is one of the most charming home decor boutiques I’ve ever seen—I want to buy every single piece there. If I had a boutique of my own, it would be very similar to Design 4 Corners. Every bit is a photo opportunity! 466 N Coast Hwy 101, Ste 3 Encinitas, CA 92024 760.696.0502 www.design4corners.com
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If you want to create a trendy wardrobe for beach babe or desert wanderer looks, this is your spot.
APPAREL & ACCESSORIES PROVIDED BY: Swirl Boutique
UNIV With their goodies influenced by the coast, your man will be ready to create his own style blog after a shopping spree at UNIV. There are not many male style bloggers out there, so a visit to UNIV is encouraged.
1053 S Coast Hwy 101, Ste B Encinitas, CA 92024 www.univbrand.com
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SWIRL BOUTIQUE If you want to create a trendy wardrobe for beach babe or desert wanderer looks, this is your spot. From bohochic and playful pom-pom pieces to bold cowboy boots and flirty swimsuits, they’ve got it all! You really can’t go wrong with Swirl Boutique. 119 N El Camino Real, Ste D Encinitas, CA 92024 760.753.0870 www.swirlboutique.com
For those of you that prefer online shopping, Local Beach is a website that carries cute and relaxed clothing and beach accessories. If you live in San Diego, you know you gotta have a towel that matches your effortless beach look: your beach bag, straw hat and bikini.
www.localbeach.com
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INSTA-WORTHY COCKTAILS Sip...and Snap!
Get Your Camera Ready for These SoCal Cocktails
PROFILE See What Makes Jorge Cueva King of Mexican Food
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POOLSIDE WITH LILLET We Found Your Perfect Summer Spritz
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BUBBLES 101 Our Guide to Sparkling Wines and Rosé
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BEER PAIRINGS These Brews Are Pitcher Perfect
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MEALS DECONSTRUCTED Chef Martin Bravo Cooks Up a Truckstop Favorite
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INSTA-WORTHY COCKTAILS Snap and Sip These Cocktails
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TASTE OF GASLAMP A Foodie’s Night Out in Gaslamp Awaits
ONE DOOR NORTH 3422 30th St San Diego, CA 92104 619.618.1285 www.onedoornorthsd.com PHOTO BY: Josie Gonzales
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Fit for Royalty THE OWNER OF KING & QUEEN CANTINA IS JUST GETTING STARTED
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“I CAN RETIRE TOMORROW IF I WANT TO AND LIVE IN THE VALLE [DE GUADALUPE], BUT I WANT TO SHOW THE WORLD WHAT TRUE MEXICAN FOOD IS.” —JORGE CUEVA
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“KING & QUEEN CANTINA IS ALWAYS PACKED BECAUSE WE START WITH REGULARS
I met JORGE CUEVA at his restaurant three hours before it opened. While sitting and sipping on a margarita, we talked as two bartenders and six other staff members were furiously cleaning and rearranging furniture and fixtures to get King & Queen Cantina ready for business. “I surround myself with the best and choose those who care about customers,” said Cueva. “I didn’t ask them to be here, I just told them I wasn’t happy with the bar. And now look.”
AND THEN EXPAND.” —JORGE CUEVA
Native Knowledge Stop by King & Queen Cantina for happy hour deals seven days a week!
Cueva is a perfectionist when it comes to creating and opening restaurants. Unveiled in October of last year, King & Queen Cantina is his latest SoCal installment of Mexican-themed restaurants and bars. After opening Tempo Urban Kitchen in Orange County, he decided to change the concept of his new restaurant, but kept the menu.
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That’s good news for San Diego foodies because King & Queen Cantina takes the best cuisines from around the world and fuses them together with a Latin flare. The Tijuana has Korean ribs, the Costa Azul has a honey Sriracha sauce and there’s also burgers, burritos and wings. Many of the dishes, such as the Tuna Tostada, will require some instruction on how to eat it properly. But that’s not a problem—in fact, it’s by design. “My servers don’t run food or drinks,” Cueva said. “They take your orders and talk with you, and they learn about the town and socialize. This is why King & Queen Cantina is always packed, because we start with regulars and then expand.” 92 LOCALE MAGAZINE
Fore! Cueva loves to golf and has been a member of an LA country club for 10 years. “Golf will kick your ass,” he chuckled. “One day you shoot minus 10, the next you shoot plus 20!”
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“I SURROUND MYSELF WITH THE BEST AND CHOOSE THOSE WHO CARE ABOUT CUSTOMERS.” —JORGE CUEVA
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Cueva knows how to build a brand; he’s spent over 25 years in the business. He grew up in Guadalajara where the specialty is Birria, as Birriamen/Birria Ramen is Cueva’s favorite dish on the menu. He moved to the United States when he was 18 years old, and started working in a restaurant as a dishwasher.
Determined to make something of himself, Cueva embarked on a feverish pace of opening several restaurants every year. After opening more than 50 Daphne’s restaurants in San Diego, Orange County, Los Angeles, Ventura and Northern California, he decided to open his chain of restaurants in 2010. Usually, he’s on the run, and with Tempo Urban Kitchen, a number of Italian restaurants and a catering business in Orange County, he spends most of his time there. For now though, six days a week are spent at King & Queen Cantina where he is constantly ironing out the kinks in the new operations. When I visited for dinner, he was upset his bartender allowed me to order the fajitas. “This isn’t how you eat in Mexico. I’m taking it off the menu!” Another area where his attention to detail is beyond comparison is his selection of margaritas. For starters, Cueva uses only topshelf tequila. Rather than add a mix, he infuses the tequila with lemons, limes, oranges and agave nectar before the tequila is rebottled and mixed with handmade purees upon pouring. Cueva 94 LOCALE MAGAZINE
recommends the Gardez Margarita, which has the tequila infused with Serrano pepper and mango. The margaritas are now available along with the full King & Queen Cantina menu four days a week until midnight, and until 1 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. “Not many bars serve food that late,” Cueva said. And the late-night draw always finds a great setting in the two-floor restaurant on Kettner Boulevard. With Dia de Los Muertos decor and a second-floor deck, the restaurant is a perfect fit for San Diego’s Little Italy. As for Cueva, he’s expanding the King & Queen Cantina name, and he’s starting close to home. For those who’ve experienced the cuisine of Valle de Guadalupe, get ready for another gem in the Baja foodie paradise. Cueva teamed up with Rondo Del Valle to open his newest King & Queen Cantina location at the winery just last month. Even though his food will be served in a very different environment than Orange County and San Diego, he’s so confident in its tasty, universal flavors that he’s not changing a thing. That could work out well for him, as he told me he’s in talks to bring King & Queen Cantina to some of the most popular tourist destinations worldwide. Cueva has been successful for a long time now, and his hustle never ceases to slow down. When asked if he’s reached his ultimate goal, he replied, “No, I haven’t gotten there. I can retire tomorrow if I want to and live in the Valle [de Guadalupe], but I want to show the world what true Mexican food is.”
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Other Lillet Flavors We Love • Lillet Blanc • Lillet Rouge • Lillet Rosé
Spritz and Splash
How Do You Pronounce “Lillet”? Lee-lay
WE’LL TAKE THIS SUMMER DRINK POOLSIDE
WRITTEN BY: JORDAN LIGONS PHOTOGRAPHED BY: CHAD MELLON STYLED BY: BEBE JEAN HAIR AND MAKEUP: NOEL SWEENEY MODEL: BRENDA CASTILLO OF BRAND MODEL & TALENT, www.brandtalent.net
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Clink with this classy, French wine-based aperitif that can be mixed and mingled with simple ingredients for the perfect summer drink. Established in 1872, this light, refreshing wine is well balanced—not too sweet, not too bitter. Let the aromas of candied oranges, honey and exotic fruits whisk you away. Not only is this golden Lillet Blanc bottle Insta-worthy, it’s also great to toss in your straw purse to share with the rest of the summertime par-tay! Put on your sunnies and enjoy the rays with this drink in hand—if you need me, I’ll be by the pool.
MAKE A LILLET SPRITZ AT HOME
LILLET www.lillet.com @lilletus Photoshoot Location: MARRIOTT IRVINE SPECTRUM 7905 Irvine Center Dr Irvine, CA 92618 949.759.0200 www.marriott.com
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Build Over Three Large Ice Cubes in a Tall Wine Glass
Garnish With Raspberries and Mint
ALL APPAREL & ACCESSORIES PROVIDED BY: REVOLVE, www.revolve.com SWIMWEAR BY: Tularosa COVER UP BY: Lovewave SUNGLASSES BY: ILLESTEVA & Le Specs HANDBAG BY: Nannacay
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Chateau De Sours Tasting Notes
Rosehips and Vivacious, Ripe, Red Summer Berry Mousse and Delicate Crushed Raspberry-Like Flavors $75 Per Bottle
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F R O M W H I T E TO R O S É , H ERE ARE YO U R N E W FAVO R I T E S PAR K LI N G W I N E S
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.. Moet & Chandon Rose
Everyone loves hearing that exciting sound of the cork letting loose, but who says you need to be celebrating in order to pop a bottle of sparkling wine? Sparkling wines are made in virtually every wine-growing region of the world, even in San Diego! It’s time you sit back, take a sip and embrace these wines. From white to rosé, we let you in on our beloved bottles around the city and our local experts guide you to their favorite bubblies to quench your thirst.
Tasting Notes
Wild Strawberry, Raspberry, Cherry With Floral Nuances of Rose and a Slight Hint of Pepper
Price
$150 Per Bottle
Location
THE ROOFTOP STK BY ANDAZ 600 F St San Diego, CA 92101 619.814.2002 www.sandiego.andaz.hyatt.com
.. Brut Champagne Moet & Chandon Imperial Tasting Notes
Vibrant Intensity of Green Apple, Citrus Fruit and White-Fleshed Fruits, Like Pear and Peach, Paired With the Freshness of Mineral Nuances and White Flowers.
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Ask an Expert
Angry Orchard Rose Cider Tasting Notes
Apple-Forward Taste With a Refreshing, Dry Finish
Price Location
THESE WINE-OS KNOW THEIR BUBBLIES
$7.99 Per Six Pack
I would encourage someone new to sparkling wine to try as many as they can, with the caveat that you should make a point to remember what you like and what you don’t like.
ANGRY ORCHARD HARD CIDER www.angryorchard.com
Veuve Clicquot Tasting Notes
Crisp and Full-bodied With Notes of Bread Dough, Vanilla, Apple, Peach, Quince and Pecan $149 Per Bottle
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Delicate Scent of Melon and Citrus With Crisp Flavors of White Peach, Honeydew, Lemon and Lime.
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Chandon Rose, CA Tasting Notes
Ripe Strawberry, Juicy Watermelon and Fresh Red Cherry Fruit Aromas
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$75 Per Bottle
Location
THE ROOFTOP STK BY ANDAZ 600 F St San Diego, CA 92101 619.814.2002 www.sandiego.andaz.hyatt.com
GLASSWARE PROVIDED BY: The Mixing Glass the-mixing-glass.shoplightspeed.com
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FILET MIGNON TACOS
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Were Beer THESE PAIRINGS ARE A MATCH MADE IN BEER-LOVERS’ HEAVEN WRITTEN BY: AZI SAFAVI PHOTOGRAPHED BY: JOSIE GONZALES
What better way to break up your day than with a cold Mexican beer and delicious meal to pair it with? We rounded up some of our favorite dishes in Southern California and paired them with top-notch beers so you know exactly what to order when you’re looking to kick back in the beautiful Cali sun with a Corona or Modelo in hand.
PAIR WITH: CORONA EXTRA Æ El Cholo's award-winning filet mignon tacos are a perfect match for the light and refreshing taste of Corona. The tender grilled cut of beef in handmade corn tortillas with the perfect amount of garnish mirrors the clean, fresh flavors of the Corona. EL CHOLO 1025 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401 310.899.1106 | www.elcholo.com
GRANDE TACO SALAD
PAIR WITH: MODELO ESPECIAL Æ Avila’s El Ranchito’s Grande Taco Salad is a long-time fan favorite. This salad comes with all of your favorite Mexican-food components and your choice of meat. Crispy carnitas and grilled chicken are amongst the most popular choices for this salad. With a variety of flavors, this pairs perfectly with an ice-cold Modelo Especial.
AVILA’S EL RANCHITO 2515 E Coast Hwy, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625 949.644.8226 | www.avilaselranchito.com
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PAIR WITH: CORONA EXTRA Æ Duck Dive’s popular Surf ‘N’ Turf plate features a grilled, eight-ounce filet mignon, a charbroiled lobster tail topped with housemade mole negro and served with roasted poblano and corn cilantro rice. The depth and earthy flavors of the mole are complemented by the light, crisp Corona.
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Æ Have a hankering for something juicy? Head over to Fortun’s Kitchen + Bar to try the Prime Angus Beef, Blue Cheese, and Bacon Burger with all the right flavors to satisfy your cravings. The combination of the fresh, delicious ingredients pair amazingly with a Modelo Especial for a crisp and refreshing finish. FORTUN’S KITCHEN + BAR 78085 Avenida La Fonda, La Quinta, CA 92253 760.564.8744 | www.fortunskitchen.com
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Steak a Fork in It WE’RE BREAKING DOWN THE SIGNATURE TRI-TIP SKILLET AT TRUCKSTOP PACIFIC BEACH
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“Many of our regular customers know each other and hang out together around the bar. It’s like a real-life version of ‘Cheers!’”
Free Finds • While some of Truckstop’s wall decor is flea market finds, the rest were donated by customers who loved the ambiance. For example, the vice president of a freight company donated a grill from a big rig.
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For comfort food-loving San Diegans in the know, Truckstop in Pacific Beach is the place to go for a Southern-style meal with a California twist. Boasting homemade breakfasts, such as eggs Benedict with hollandaise sauce made fresh every morning, and stomach-filling lunches like chicken-fried steak, this restaurant has pulled out all the stops to satisfy customers and keep them coming back in droves. And while the menu may flirt with the occasional healthy option—currently, the chefs are in the process of incorporating variations of millennial-favorite avocado toast into the lineup—the meat-based mainstays are not going anywhere, especially not the beloved Tri-Tip Skillet.
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According to head chef Martin Bravo, this dish was inspired by Truckstop’s owner, an ardent tri-tip lover and a fan of Santa Mariastyle grilling, in which the meat is coated with pepper, salt and garlic prior to being cooked. The result is a mouth-watering blend of Southwestern spice and Midwestern heartiness, underscored with rich, seasoned sirloin. Served with two thick, fluffy eggs on the side and complemented by black beans and corn tortillas, the Tri-Tip Skillet “packs a lot of flavor, very much like a barbecue, but you can eat it for breakfast,” says Bravo. Cooking this meal is not quite as straightforward as eating it, however. “There are a lot of steps, with separate techniques for each,” notes Bravo, who goes on to outline the creative process behind the dish. “The first thing you do is roast the tri-tip with the various spices. Next, you boil the red potatoes, fry them up and season them with salt, pepper and rosemary. While the meat and potatoes are cooking, you mix diced tomato, chopped onion and jalapeños to form a salsa called pico de gallo. Finally, after the tri-tip is sliced up, you drizzle Sriracha aioli all over it, garnish it with cilantro, and serve it with the salsa and other sides.” That’s not all the restaurant has to offer, of course. At Truckstop, breakfast is served all day, every day; and hungry customers can chow down on giant pancakes, scrambled eggs and American toast topped with fresh fruit or Cap’n Crunch. In addition to the Tri-Tip Skillet, the menu presents three other skillet options, including a vegetarian alternative and a ham, sausage and bacon combination called “3 Pigs in a Skillet.” Dessert junkies will be delighted to find that instead of serving traditional appetizers, Truckstop favors sweet starters such as muffins, baked cinnamon rolls and fresh donut holes made every morning. To complement the
homestyle meals, the drink menu, which includes bloody marys and “Big Rig” fizzes with Han vodka, is on hand to add to that “I’m so full and content I don’t want to move” feeling. Since the menu is as comfortable as grandma’s home cooking, it should be no surprise to find that Truckstop itself is just as friendly and relaxed. The restaurant’s every detail, from the alt-rock music playing in the background to the unofficial jeans and t-shirts dress code, proclaims it to be the ultimate in casual—the perfect place to watch a ball game or share a beer with the guys. Black leather booths and dark-stained, redwood tables surround a central bar where thirsty customers enjoy bottomless mimosas. The wood-paneled walls are covered in trucker paraphernalia: tires and hubcaps, license plates and car insignias, even the front grill of a truck underneath one of the flatscreen televisions. Customers also have the option of sitting out on the side patio, where the creamy orange walls of the surrounding buildings give off an appropriately beachy vibe—yards away from the property is the Pacific Beach boardwalk and the bright blue ocean. To the residents of the laid-back Pacific Beach community, Truckstop is the perfect place to gather for a good time, and the restaurant staff goes out of their way to make customers feel completely welcome. “We want people to feel like they’re at home,” says the manager Riley Busch. “We encourage our customers to stay and spend as much time as they like here.” Adds chef Bravo, “Many of our regular customers know each other and hang out together around the bar. It’s like a real-life version of ‘Cheers!’” Between the cooking and the comradery, Truckstop truly feels like a home away from home. LOCALE MAGAZINE 105
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A staple in Costa Mesa’s effervescent bar scene, Mesa serves up a refreshing roster enabling spirit lovers of all persuasions to experiment with inventive drinks. Bar Captain Ryan Crabtree’s spotlight on seasonal strawberries is a summertime must. He draws on the structural lift of Hendrick’s Gin, the fresh strawberry, finishing with a splash of hedonistic alchemy from elderflower in perfect proportion.
Liven up your next Bumble date with two rounds of Beastly Mischief at One Door North. With a base of Monkey Shoulder Scotch, the cocktail is creamy, smooth, supple— qualities that just may soothe over any second date jitters. A dash of Vermut Lustau reigns in the richness with its medicinal roots, while Gran Classico endows the right bitter balance. Dry Curaçao rounds out the complex flavor profile with a hint of candied orange zest and notes of toasted wood.
MESA 725 Baker St Costa Mesa, CA 92626 714.557.6700 www.mesacostamesa.com
ONE DOOR NORTH 3422 30th St San Diego, CA 92104 619.618.1285 www.onedoornorthsd.com
BRIAR PATCH
BLOOD ORANGE MARGATINI
While Rebel Republic Social House veers staunchly towards dark spirits with a wall devoted to bourbon, single malts, whiskey and ryes, the Briar Patch is a pale, shimmering bouquet of light in a glass. The Bulgarian rose and cucumber notes in Hendrick's Gin marries beautifully with housemade blueberry shrub, lavender simple syrup and lemon juice. Earthy and ethereal, think granny’s gin cocktail with an herbaceous twist.
An overture to the influence of Instagram, the Blood Orange Margatini at Hotel Paseo’s AC3 is primed to fire up your feed, no filter required. Muddled citrus is shaken with Milagro Reposado Tequila, Cointreau, fresh lime juice, simple syrup and topped with a float of blood orange-flavored San Pellegrino. The bold crimson rimmed by rock salt makes for a striking shot.
REBEL REPUBLIC SOCIAL HOUSE 1710 S Catalina Ave Redondo Beach, CA 90277 424.352.2600 www.rebelrepublicsocialhouse.com
AC3 AT HOTEL PASEO 45350 Larkspur Ln Palm Desert, CA 92260 760.340.9001 www.www.hotelpaseo.com
BEASTLY MISCHIEF FROM ONE DOOR NORTH
Every cocktail has a story to tell. From ideation to presentation, these local libations illustrate the magic of mingling moxie, mixology and mood lighting.
ONE DOOR NORTH 3422 30th St San Diego, CA 92104 619.618.1285 www.onedoornorthsd.com
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When: Saturday, June 16, 1-4 p.m. Where: The Gaslamp Quarter What: A walkable food tour to experience Gaslamp’s growing foodie scene.
SKURR, SKURR • Parking is available blocks from the check in at the Sixth and K Parkade, located at 289 Sixth Avenue.
2:15 P.M. HERE FOR TH E B E E R • Enjoy the picturesque Beer Garden presented by Karl Strauss, for guests 21 and older, at the Historical Foundation’s, Davis Park. The Beer Garden will not only have tastes of Karl Strauss’ fabulous brews but also Benchmark Brewery and Black Plague will have their beers to try!
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1:30 P.M. V I P STATU S • For $65 ($75 day-of), you can upgrade to a VIP ticket and experience six additional fine dining restaurants serving signature bite portions with a cocktail at each location, a goodie bag from Gaslamp merchants and an exclusive VIP afterparty at Altitude.
• Celebrate dad and treat your favorite father with a Taste of Gaslamp staycation weekend! Stay in a Gaslamp Quarter hotel, enjoy the Taste on Saturday and go out for brunch Sunday, Father’s Day!
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LO S E YO UR MA P YE T? • Each participating restaurant will have what they will be serving for the popular culinary tour on the website www. tasteofgaslamp.com so guests can make their personal foodie plan.
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3:15 P.M. DISH I T O U T • From the pickiest eater to the seasoned gourmand, all are welcome to enjoy the 24th annual Taste of Gaslamp presented by Karl Strauss. Savor the delicious tastings of the Gaslamp Quarter’s best restaurants and their house specialties, like last year’s Best Dish winner Lionfish, located inside of Pendry San Diego. www.lionfishsd.com
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4 P.M. HE A D TO THE A F TE R PARTY • With that VIP swag bag in hand, mosey on over to an exclusive VIP reception at Altitude on the top of the Marriott Hotel Gaslamp Quarter!
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TASTE OF GASLAMP PRESENTED BY KARL STRAUSS www.tasteofgaslamp.com @gaslampquarter
Photos - Taste of Gaslamp: WASIO Photography | Lionfish: Julie Jones
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The Players of the San Diego Senior Women’s Basketball Association Show It’s Never Too Late to Chase Your Passion
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DEL MAR THOROUGHBRED CLUB Mark Your Calendars for These Del Mar Events
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HUMANITARIAN PROFILE Scot Chisholm is Staying Classy
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OPENING DAY AFTER PARTY Come Party at L’Auberge Del Mar After the Races
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SAN DIEGO SENIOR WOMEN’S BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION www.swba.info Photoshoot Location: MISSION VALLEY YMCA 5505 Friars Rd San Diego, CA 92110 619.298.3576 www.ymca.org/mission-valley PHOTO BY: Damien Noble Andrews
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Opening Day Join fans from all over the world on July 18 for Opening Day. From thrilling races to the iconic Hat Contest, you’ll want to get there when the gates open at 11:30 a.m. so you won’t miss out on a minute of the action.
Pump the brakes— the 2018 Food Truck Festival will be here on August 11. With more than 40 gourmet food trucks parked inside the Seaside Concert Area, attendees will be able to feast like royalty at an affordable price.
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Looking to land some discounts at the track? Become a member of the Diamond Club, and you’ll receive everyday admission discounts!
YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS THESE UPCOMING EVENTS Concert Headliners
WRITTEN BY: JUSTINE MCGRATH PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED BY: DEL MAR THOROUGHBRED CLUB
Since the Del Mar Racetrack opened in 1937, it has indisputably become the place to be each and every summer. From horse races and concerts to foodie festivals and beer events, there’s something for everyone to enjoy down at old Del Mar. Ready for some warm weather fun? Mark your calendars for these upcoming events and prepare to live it up where the turf meets the surf.
July 20 The Psychedelic Furs July 21 Iration July 27 Steel Pulse August 3 Matisyahu
Del Mar Concert Series There’s nothing quite like attending a concert at the Del Mar Racetrack. Free with paid racetrack admission, all concerts begin after the final race of the day. The standing-room-only shows draw out huge crowds for acts like Steel Pulse, Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats and Ice Cube. Those looking for concert-only access after the final race can purchase $30 tickets.
August 11 Reggae Fest with Ziggy Marley August 17 Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats August 24 Tribal Seeds August 31 Café Tacuba
Daybreak at Del Mar Interested in greeting the day alongside some amazing animals? Join famed former rider Jeff Bloom as he walks attendees through a behind-the-scenes look at the horses’ morning workouts. Daybreak at Del Mar takes place every Saturday and Sunday during race season from 7:30-9:30 a.m. DEL MAR RACETRACK 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd Del Mar, CA 92014 858.755.1141 www.dmtc.com 112 LOCALE MAGAZINE
Free and Easy Wednesdays Featuring Tacos and Tallboys For the first time race fans can get some famous Brigantine fish tacos and tallboys! All day Wednesdays in Plaza de Mexico throughout the season, except Opening Day, guests can enjoy $3 classic Brigantine fish tacos and half-priced tallboys of Corona, Modelo, Pacifico and Coors Light.
Craft Beer Fest Craft beer is the heart and soul of San Diego, so much so that we have our own festival for it! If you’re over 21, head to the track on Aug. 18 (the same day as the $1 million Pacific Classic) to sample over 100 different brews at the Craft Beer Festival. With tons of beer, merchandise and even DJs spinning at the event, it’s sure to be one for the boozy books.
Turf & Surf BBQ Championship On Aug. 19, more than 40 of the nation’s BBQ Pitmasters, chefs and local restaurants will come together to compete for $15,000 in cash prizes. Tasty samples are available for purchase and admission is included with your track ticket.
September 1 Ice Cube *Additional acts to be announced *All event and concert dates are subject to change.
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It’s a rare cloudy day in San Diego as Scot Chisholm, CEO and co-founder of Classy, shows us around the company’s headquarters. Overlooking Petco Park and the downtown harbor, the office is full of enough perks to entice any millennial. There’s an expansive kitchen with kombucha on tap, an indoor basketball hoop for quick pick-up games and a spritely Shiba Inu named Cooper roaming the sprawling workspace, but the nearly 250 people who work at Classy don’t seem distracted by him—they’re on a mission to help others. The online fundraising platform has helped raise over half a billion dollars for more than 300,000 nonprofit campaigns worldwide.
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“YOU DON’T NEED A WHOLE LOT OF MONEY TO GIVE. THERE ARE PEOPLE ON OUR PLATFORM WHO GIVE A DOLLAR A MONTH AS A RECURRING GIFT. START WITH A MICRODONATION AND BUILD FROM THERE.”
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Chisholm has turned CLASSY into an unstoppable force for good, but the company didn’t become a massive champion for nonprofits overnight. Back in 2006, Chisholm and a few friends were looking to raise money for charity so they took to the streets of Pacific Beach for the ultimate fundraising activity—a charitable bar crawl. “We were trying to raise money for the local chapter of the American Cancer Society. My mom had had cancer growing up, and everyone I was living with had also had their lives affected by the disease in some way,” Chisholm explained. “When we went onto the ACS’s website, the opportunities to volunteer or to give didn’t really resonate with us. We had an idea to go rogue and create our own fundraising event and donate our money to the ACS afterwards.” This was around the time that Anchorman was popular, so naturally, Chisholm and friends christened the event “StayClassy.”
Seventy-five people showed up and raised over $1,000, but when it came time to donate, it wasn’t as simple as writing a check. “We were questioning why the process of giving back had so much friction in it. At the time we weren’t thinking about technology at all, it was really just about, how do we bring more young people into the fold? How do we get them more involved in a way
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that resonates with them?” Chisholm asked. Under Chisholm’s direction, the newly-founded company, still operating under the name StayClassy, began to organize fundraising events throughout San Diego such as fun runs, concerts and pub crawls. The fundraisers eventually got so big that Chisholm and his team knew they needed a better way to organize their efforts. “We realized we had outgrown the jerry-rigged
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Let’s Get Digital • Classy is the number one online and mobile fundraising program for a reason. By using digital platforms such as apps and website development, they have crafted a streamlined approach to charitable giving while keeping storytelling at its core. Since Classy’s inception in 2011, they’ve helped millions of people across 300,000 individual campaigns to help fund more than 4,000 organizations worldwide.
system we were using to do the ticketing and the fundraising, which was basically a combination of Myspace, Facebook, spreadsheets and PayPal,” he said.
Ron Burgundy Tribute • Classy’s meeting rooms have Anchormanthemed names. “Sex Panther” and “I Love Lamp” stand out, as does the mothers’ nursing room, “Milk Was a Bad Choice.” Helping Others • Following the devastation of Hurricanes Irma and Maria in late 2017, Classy’s technology helped the Puerto Rico Recovery Fund raise over $2.5 million for disaster relief efforts.
Rebranded under the name Classy, the company released its updated technology in January 2011. Today, this technology powers thousands of campaigns around the world and has helped numerous organizations. Although each campaign is worthwhile, there are some that stick out as especially memorable. “One that I’m particularly proud of is the Baton Rouge Area Foundation campaign back in 2016. It was after the Louisiana floods. Baton Rouge Area Foundation had never done online fundraising, ever,” Chisholm explained. “Within a matter of 15 minutes we had a campaign up and running for them and they raised millions of dollars from people around the world to help the victims of the flood.” Classy believes in getting directly involved whenever possible. Chisholm currently serves as an advisor for Team Rubicon, a veteran-led disaster relief organization, and encourages his employees
to give back too, offering paid days off for volunteering and helping to place employees on nonprofit boards throughout the city. As an organization, Classy is part of the “Pledge 1%” campaign, in which companies vow to give a minimum of one percent of their equity, profit, product and/or employee time, back to nonprofits. Although Chisholm and his team don’t have a crystal ball to predict the future, going forward he aims to focus on creating tools to help turn one-time donors into lifetime philanthropic supporters. For customers, Classy plans on bolstering their technology’s analytics and communication functionalities. An overarching goal is to make donating more accessible for everyone. As Chisholm notes, “What we’re trying to do is bring philanthropy into new networks. To make it more convenient for people to give in their everyday life… to expose these organizations to more people around the world.” One thing’s for sure, no matter where the company finds themselves in the future, Chisholm and his team are intent on staying classy.
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It’s the After-Party AFTER THE DEL MAR RACES, THIS IS WHERE THE REAL PARTY BEGINS
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Opening Day Pre-Party Event • Book your private space and receive an invitation to the Opening Day Pre-Party reception on the Pacific Terrace on July 17. Be entertained by live music, get betting advice and meet a few of your favorite Del Mar jockeys! Nibble on tasty bites, sip on select craft beers and specialty cocktails at pop-up food stations.
L’AUBERGE DEL MAR 1540 Camino Del Mar Del Mar, CA 92014 858.259.1515 www.openingdayafterparty.com
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The Opening Day ceremonies at the Del Mar Racetrack are over; you’re still dressed to the nines, fancy hats and pocket squares abound. Why turn in early? Head over to the Official Opening Day After-Party (ODAP) at L’Auberge Del Mar on July 18 from 5 p.m. to midnight. Celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, this will be the spot to see and be seen, by the sea. In America’s Finest City, racing season is a hot time; the city comes alive! Partake in the party festivities during every local’s favorite time of year.
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Party With All Your Peeps • There are plenty of spots to reserve for your large party up to 20 guests. The ‘Vignette’ reserved space offers bottle service, priceless views and a prime party location.
Party Over Here, Party Over There • Why limit the party to one day? This year the party extends to a week-long event. Highlights include happy hours, live music and pre-race food popups on Thursday and Friday of opening week.
and enjoy this picturesque location’s speciality menu, which includes a taco station with your choice of meat and corn or flour tortillas, salsa verde, chopped onion, cilantro, queso blanco and salsa roja. Expect even more culinary delights from Chef Nathan Lingle throughout the party. Cavatelli pasta, Wagyu beef short rib, watermelon salad sensation, and you can’t forget dessert; Bourbon Vanilla Cheesecake and Butter Rum Blondies are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth! Dance the night away with SoCal’s premiere DJs FishFonics and Gabe Vega spinning the ones and twos by the pool deck. Come out and get your party on, San Diego, and celebrate racing season all summer long at L’Auberge Del Mar.
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GOLDEN STATE girls The Players of the San Diego Senior Women’s Basketball Association Show It’s Never Too Late to Chase Your Passion
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WRITTEN BY: JORDAN LIGONS PHOTOGRAPHED BY: DAMIEN NOBLE ANDREWS
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Grace Larsen is one of the first women in the Mission Valley YMCA basketball gym on Sunday morning. Donning her San Diego Splash jersey number 12,
laced up New Balances and basketball in hand, she’s ready to hoop. She begins putting up warm up shots, swishing a high percentage. Then she takes to the gym wall to work on her form shooting, flicking her wrist. Dribbling drills follow, making sure her crossover is just right. It’s seeming to look like your standard pregame ritual, maybe even one similar to NBA players Steph Curry’s or LeBron’s. Except there’s one subtle difference: Grace is 91 years old.
Rookie of the Year The SWBA also holds training sessions to teach new players the fundamentals of the of 3-on-3 lead by Susanne Carvalho, the SWBA Director. Get Schooled Class Act is a team of retired teachers that have been playing together for over 20 years.
We’re Going to the ‘Ship Numerous teams of the SWBA have qualified in the National Senior Games due to their high placement in the State Senior Games. About 12,000 senior athletes competed at last year’s games in Alabama. The Splash placed fourth in their age group.
She plays for the Senior Women’s Basketball Association where everyone has to be 50 years or older to play. On The Splash, which Grace is a captain of, everyone is 80 years and older. “I always wanted to play basketball, but I never had the chance,” says Grace. She didn’t start playing until she was 78. “I didn’t [watch it on TV] because I thought, ‘Well, I’ll never be able to do that.’ I kind of gave up on it. So, I took the chance and it worked out, and I’ve been playing ever since.” In 1995, The San Diego Union-Tribune wrote an article on the up-and-coming league and then, after it was published, 100 women showed up to the next tryout. The story went viral before it was such a thing. “I’ve seen it grow from two teams to 16,” says 89-year-old Marge Carl. The San Diego chapter of senior women’s basketball is the largest in the nation. Like Marge, many of the women are still playing since the league’s inception over 20 years ago. Competitive three-on-three half-court games are played on Thursdays and Sundays with two 15-minute halves. Kind of similar to how it was back in the day. “I played in high school and college, but that was in the early ‘50s and ‘60s when you could only bounce the ball twice and couldn’t go over half court,” says Jeanne Herlihy. The 17-year league vet plays for the San Diego Sun in the 75- to 80-year-old age group. “You couldn’t touch anybody; it was a noncontact sport.” She reminisced about an era where it was thought that sports weren’t good for women and they weren’t supposed to get too sweaty. Playing in the league, she’s been reintroduced to her love for the sport; she takes basketball lessons to keep her skills (and her brain) sharp. “I love it; it just really makes you feel alive,” she adds. Before Title IX was passed in 1972, a civil law that prohibits sex discrimination in
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educational institutions, which includes sports, young women who had a passion for the game was limited. But, it was a little different for the league’s younger players. “If they can do it, so can I,” 52-year-old Sandy Devereaux adds. As the youngest player in the league, she sits in awe every week. “Everyone is an inspiration to me and who I want to become when I get older, because look at them! They’re still movin’. She’s 70-something, isn’t that amazing?” It’s her third year in the league and third year playing basketball altogether. She’s a newbie, so the other women are still testing her out. “They pull the old-lady card all the time,” she jokes. “That is their go-to card. And I cannot fall for it anymore because they end up fouling and pushing me and I’m like, ‘Hey, whatever happened to the old-lady card!’” The “rookies” and younger players aren’t the only ones inspired. YMCA employee William Battle has been the referee for this Sunday squad for some time and, beyond blowing his whistle, he’s bearing witness to the camaraderie that SWBA exemplifies. “These ladies here are all my sisters; we’re all family,” he says, knowing each player by name. “For them to continue to do it and do it so well, there’s nothing like it. I love coming here.” As the head coach of the JV girls at Lincoln High School, he says that he wants his team to see what they could become if they keep pushing; he wants to share a little of the inspiration. “It’s a nice group, especially The Splash…the 90-yearsyoung ladies that are out here, it’s motivating.” Encouraging young girls is nothing new for SWBA. As a nonprofit organization, their mission is to raise funds to send girls 12-17 suffering from monetary hardships to local basketball camps. Last year they sent 14 girls with about $9,000 in donations. This year, with a little help
from The Splash’s sponsor Miracle Whip and outside donations, they’re aiming to have even more scholarship money to send 16 girls to camp. Kathy Morrissey, the second-year SWBA Grant Fund Chair, explained that the girls have to fill out an application, send two references, their grades and answer essay questions about their achievements and why they want to go to camp. Because a lot of these women didn’t have the opportunities to play ball when they were younger, they wanted to make their emphasis as a league to give to those who have the opportunity, but face a financial obstacle. A bond has been created with the high schoolers to symbolize the love for the game is intergenerational.
“Any worries or problems you got, you soon forget when you’re playing basketball.” —Marge Carol
“It’s a real sisterhood,” Marge is taking off her shoes after a tough loss. Wiping away her sweat, she pushes up her thick-lensed eyeglasses. “Any worries or problems you got, you soon forget when you’re playing basketball.” She then spills the secret on how she’s still able to play at 89 years old. “You got to keep moving!” Marge adds that it’s sad when she sees her friends that are younger than her in wheelchairs and immobile. She does cardio at Curves twice a week, basketball three times a week and takes a walk each day in between; she stays true to the moveit-or-lose-it attitude. “God created this beautiful body and this brain—use it! Don’t just sit there like a bump on a log.” You got that right. The women of the SWBA carry the same mindset. When you look out on the court, you may see prescription goggles, roller gym bags on the sidelines and the game’s speed reduced to a slower pace, but with smiles on their faces, you know their love for the game runs deep. And with all of that, these ladies epitomize that age ain’t nothing but a number.
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Founded in 2015, Aira Tech Corporation was created to address a prevailing problem: how to provide people who are blind and visually impaired with instant access to visual information to enhance numerous facets of their daily life. This includes personal independence, productivity, self-confidence and success in employment and education.
Suman and colleagues created Aira by combining Google Smart Glasses with an interactive platform and personalized assistance from remote human Agents to help navigate and assist. “In our company mission, no matter how technical or complex things may get, we never lose sight of who we are serving: our blind and visually impaired users,” Suman said. They affectionately call their users “Explorers,” who now total over 1,050 across the US and Canada. Suman adds, “They are using Aira, ranging from reading bedtime stories to their kids and troubleshooting their computer, to running marathons.”
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provides plenty of opportunities for group bonding with your coworkers. If you and your team are feeling lucky, you can try your hand at the casino. If you can’t seem to find your winning streak, gather the crew and head to SR76 Beerworks for an ice-cold craft brew. Heads up, if you forgot to get a haircut before the big meeting, your secret is safe with us! An on-site barber shop and salon are available in case you need to freshen up your ends. COUPLE’S RETREAT • For the couples looking for a vacation reminiscent of paradise, look no further than Harrah’s Resort SoCal. You can start your day off by reserving a poolside cabana or daybed. Equipped with food and beverage service, snacks and
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Olé! • Bring your dancing shoes and visit Courtside on Thursdays for Latin dance instruction and live music.
Wine Not? • On Wednesdays, “Wine Down” at Corked and test your knowledge at their trivia night!
a TV, the cabanas essentially move your hotel room to the pool. Finally, end the day with a romantic dinner at Fiore. For couples seeking to reignite the spark, consider the couples massage or take a stroll on the one-mile Nature Trail. R&R • In need of rest and relaxation? This is the place to rejuvenate your body and mind. The Fitness Center is filled with cardio and strengthening equipment for full-body conditioning. After your workout, pick up a juice or smoothie at Robeks and head to the main pool to soak up the sun. A true R&R vacation
wouldn’t be complete without a trip to the spa. Harrah’s Resort SoCal’s spa includes features like saltwater baths, massages, saunas and a salon. GIRL’S TRIP • Plan a girl’s trip to remember! Before hitting the casino, register for Harrah’s Resort SoCal’s Total Rewards Program for a chance to win free hotel stays, concert tickets, free play and more. Before you head out for your big night, hit the blow dry bar or get a relaxing pedicure with your besties. Finish off the evening by visiting the resort's bars like ‘ritas Cantina, Corked and Spiked. LOCALE MAGAZINE 133
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On an island full of everything you can imagine, you’ll never want to leave.
Summer is here, and we are dreaming of tropical islands, sun-tanned skin, blue water and a refreshing drink in hand. Want to get this island-like experience without having to get on a plane? Then plan your perfect staycation at Paradise Point Resort & Spa!
Paradise Point is secluded, making you feel like you are on a tropical island far away, while still being centrally located in San Diego. Radical Revamp • Paradise Point’s $24 million renovation includes entirely redesigned rooms with new mattresses, 65-inch flat screen TVs and nautical-themed artwork. Native Knowledge • Learn to surf like a local with a three-hour class at Paradise Surf Academy, a quick boat ride across from the Paradise Point marina.
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Located on an island in the middle of Mission Bay, this 44-acre paradise is full of sunshine, lagoons and tropical greenery, offering five swimming pools and Jacuzzis, a mile of beach, a marina, bonfire pits, five different dining venues, an award-winning spa, and of course, amazing bungalow-style guestrooms. Paradise Point Resort & Spa is secluded, making you feel like you are on a tropical island far away, while still being centrally located in San Diego, allowing you to explore and enjoy everything the city has to offer.
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I have always loved to travel and have been all over the world, but San Diego is still one of my favorite places. Every time I travel and come back to San Diego, I feel so lucky to be able to call it home with its perfect weather, good restaurants, beautiful beaches and amazing people. Now that I have a baby, I love it even more. Before having my son, Enzo, I used to travel constantly. I would be home just for a couple of days and pack for my next trip. Now I try to limit my trips, but I definitely still travel plenty for work, events and now, family getaways!
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MOISTURE IS KEY • If I am flying, I always make sure to bring some of my skincare essentials in my carry on because your skin can get so dry on the plane.
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ON THE GO • Get a portable charger! You never know if you are going to have access to an outlet and you don’t want to be left stranded somewhere new without a phone.
HAT ATTACK • I always pack a hat whether it be a summer or winter destination. They can totally change and upgrade your look. PLEASE WEIGHT • If you’re like me and don’t know how to travel light, don’t stress out about the weight and get a luggage scale to check the weight before you leave your house. TOP HEAVY • Make sure you pack heavier items near the wheels so that when you stand your suitcase upright, the heavy items don’t fall and smash everything else.
“Always pack an outfit in your carry on in case your suitcase gets lost!” —PAOLA ALBERDI
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With hundreds of hotels all over Orange County, it can be difficult to strain through the countless options for your next business trip, weekend getaway or event space. Avenue of the Arts Hotel makes it an easy choice with a variety of amenities offered to their residents. With a cozy fireplace at the entrance, a restaurant known for its ever-changing food and beverage menu and exclusive rooms with unique individual design, you won’t have to think twice about booking your stay.
“We wanted to give it that Palm Springs and old-school Vegas feel, back when hospitality was hospitality.” —KENNETH CHOUINARD
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• Their outdoor seating space all around the property and natural lighting that fills the rooms and hallways has fostered an open and inviting space. “We wanted to create this whole outside-in and inside-out feel,” Director of Sales and Marketing Kenneth Chouinard explained. “We wanted to give it that Palm Springs and old-school Vegas feel, back when hospitality was hospitality.” With purple velvet couches, birdcage chairs, gold accent furniture and a warmly lit fireplace they’ve done just that.
• Positioned in downtown Costa Mesa, it has quite the appeal to shoppers and theatergoers alike—a “choose-yourown-adventure” kind of experience. With about 230 rooms, they can even host large parties. “We host about 50 or more weddings a year in addition to the 100 or more bridal parties that stay with us the night before their wedding,” Chouinard added. That’s no small feat! “It’s due to our large rooms, perfect for small parties, and our large windows that give wedding photographers the space and lighting they need for great shots.”
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• Avenue of the Arts offers two complimentary signature cocktails upon arrival from Silver Trumpet's bar.
Breakfast in Bed • Their awardwinning restaurant, Silver Trumpet Restaurant & Bar, offers in-room dining 24 hours a day and your room booking includes a $50 food and beverage credit!
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AVENUE OF THE ARTS COSTA MESA 3350 Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa, CA 92626 714.751.5100 avenueoftheartshotel.com
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“The best week of my entire life.” That’s what she said on the day we left Mexico after a whirlwind week of wedding activities and nuptials, and it was exactly what I needed to hear. When we were engaged two years earlier, we struggled to pick an exact date because both of us liked the idea of being engaged. We also had the hardest time imagining what the perfect wedding would look like or even where it would be. As with most newly engaged couples, we scoured Instagram feeds, wedding websites and asked for advice from friends, pouring hours into finding the perfect place to say “I do.” After what seemed like thousands of hours searching, nothing felt like “us” and we nearly gave up. Once we stopped looking, we discovered there was another way. Sometimes you are inspired and sometimes inspiration finds you. Mexico feels like a second home to me and Erin. We love taking last minute road trips to Rosarito, feeling the pressure instantly leave our bodies as we cross the border. We head to Tulum regularly to experience a laid back, coconut-watered-down version of Los Angeles and have flown south to Cabo and Todos Santos for everything from restorative couple weekends to full-blown, outrageous birthday celebrations. It was on one of these trips to Todos Santos, sipping on tequila and not thinking about our wedding, that it hit us—Mexico. We almost said simultaneously, “We need to get married in Mexico.”
SHERATON GRAND LOS CABOS, HACIENDA DEL MAR Corredor Turistico KM 10, Lote D Cabo Del Sol Los Cabos, Baja California Sur, 23450, México 52.624.145.8000 www.sheratonhaciendadelmar.com
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close to the airport and close enough to the city for our friends to make nightly excursions. Its oceanfront pool was large enough that we often came downstairs to find 40 or 50 of our friends swimming or riding the shore-breaking waves. Plus, the property was large enough that you weren’t bumping into someone around every corner. We flew from Orange County to Cabo San Lucas about one year in advance to view the property in person and they catered to our every need. They helped us arrange the flowers, DJ, rooms, transportation, cakes and food. They even arranged a wedding coordinator to answer all of the questions we didn’t remember or know to ask. We left after that weekend confident that we wouldn’t have anything to worry about.
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SHERATON GRAND LOS CABOS, HACIENDA DEL MAR Corredor Turistico KM 10, Lote D Cabo Del Sol Los Cabos, Baja California Sur, 23450, México 52.624.145.8000 | www.sheratonhaciendadelmar.com MARIE CAMILLI Wedding Sales Manager 52.624.145.6184 | marie.camilli@sheraton.com
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Erin made the trek from Orange County to Los Angeles where she had arranged four appointments in one day at various bridal showrooms. Her sister, Amber, and two of her bridesmaids, Karina and Jacquelyn, joined her. Her last appointment of the day was at Grace Loves Lace, an Australian company with a bohemian boutique in Venice. They served the girls endless Champagne and berries. Erin tried on dress after dress but it was starting to look like she wouldn’t find the right one that day—then she spotted it. It was hanging in a corner, something she wasn’t sure she would like at first, covered in French lace with a long train. As soon as she slipped it on, she immediately knew. All the girls loved it as well and could tell Erin did too. She began beaming as soon as she put it on. GRACE LOVES LACE 1510 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291 424.238.8190 | www.graceloveslace.com
SIX HAIR AND MAKEUP TIPS FOR THE BIG DAY F R O M P R O S TA S I A O S B R I N K A N D G I O VA N N A S I M I N GTO N 1. Always come with a clean face and unwashed hair. 2. The more water the better. Hydration equals shiny hair and dewy skin. 3. Waterproof mascara is a must on the day of—if you’re trying to fight happy tears, it’s proven to help if you always look up and breathe in through your nose. 4. Reduce frizz and blemishes by jumping into the ocean for perfect hair and skin. 5. Always carry an elastic hair band around your wrist in case you need to throw your hair up. 6. If you don’t have face blotters, toilet seat covers always work as an alternative.
Rene Larios and Paco Limon, Designers and Owners of Cabo Floral Studio
The Florals THE DUO BEHIND THE BUDS Q: How many weddings have you done or how many do you do per year? Rene Larios and Paco Limon: We do over 100 weddings per year. The most popular time is between March and June. We have done more than 8,000 weddings over the years. Q: What was the most unusual request you had from a bride? RL & PL: We had a request for...a surprise birthday party from the wife to husband. The request was for as many flowers as possible, including flowers and petals for the private pool and balloons everywhere. The hard part was to do something so stunning in only one hour!
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Q: How do you communicate with the bridal party? How do you make sure they will love the flowers if they only see them by email? RL & PL: We love to have phone calls and get in touch with the bride and groom so we can chat and make sure we understand their vision. Most of the brides will already [have] a file with pictures they downloaded from the internet or a Pinterest board, so we ask to see it and based on the pictures they share with us, we send the flower proposal with our own work similar to the vision they have. CABO FLORAL STUDIO Bodega No 54, Complejo de negocios Centro 21, Colonia El Arenal Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, 23460 México 619.780.9161 | www.cabofloralstudio.com LOCALE MAGAZINE 149
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Beatriz Hernandez
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MAKING THE MEMORIES
Q: What is the most important part of the wedding to capture? Beatriz Hernández: For me, the essence of the couple is everything. I like to show their personalities as well as how they are as a couple. For example, in Erin and Erik’s video you can sense how much love they have and it just makes the video flow.
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W E D D I N G P H OTO G R A P H E R Q: What is so special about wedding pictures from Mexico for a destination wedding? Fabi Rosas: More specifically, Cabo is an amazing place for a wedding: the natural landscape that surround us combined with the nice weather we usually have and the magnificent sunsets creates the perfect setting for a wedding photoshoot. Q: What is every couples favorite photo that you take? FR: Without a doubt, brides love to see the reaction of the groom looking at them for the first time, walking down the aisle, all dressed in white. The grooms 150 LOCALE MAGAZINE
prefer photographs that capture funny moments like the garter toss. Q: Do you have a special story from Erik and Erin's wedding to share? FR: When I got to the room where Erin was getting ready, I found her with thousands of emotions and feelings going on in her head. She was really nervous, excited and happy. She seemed to be crying a little but she really did not want to—she was worried about messing up the makeup. These kind of intimate moments are the ones I am very thankful to be part of. At the end, when she saw Erik for the first time, a beautiful smile appeared [on] her face.
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Q: What was your favorite part of Erik and Erin's wedding? BH: I really enjoy the photo session because they just had fun! We didn't direct them much because they just blend together so well; that makes the shots beautiful. The first dance was very emotional with Makena singing and fireworks were amazing! Q: How many cameras do you use to capture the event? BH: We have two videographers, three cameras and one drone pilot.
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Q: Tell us a little about your experience and accomplishments as a chef. Cristian Schwuger: My passion for gastronomy [started] at an early age and much of my professional development [was] at the hands of one of the most respected European chefs in Argentina. My passion for French gastronomy and my 10 years developing it have constantly motivated me to seek more experiences in several incursions to Europe and other countries, [and coming] to Los Cabos Mexico to take the position of Executive Chef.
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Q: What ingredients did you use at the wedding that are local to Los Cabos? CS: Mainly fresh fish, [the] majority are from distances not greater than 100 kilometers from the [area]. In this way, we secure optimum quality products and it is something that the clients [notice]. Also, the great majority of the vegetables we use come from local farms, largely certified as organic orchards.
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There were so many memorable events at our wedding. There were fireworks and fully clothed pool parties, s’mores on the beach and wave womping. I can say that out of all the weddings I have attended the one thing people don’t mention after is the food. After our wedding, and even talking to our guests upon returning home, it was all they talked about. They loved our
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ice cream cart, custom Mexican beer bar and taco stations. They loved the wheelbarrow of Mexican candy and open-fire grilled meat. Chef Cristian offered a five-course, gourmet sit-down dinner when we met with him, but that wasn’t our style. What he created for us was a casual, foodie environment that felt curated from our tastes and got gold stars from all of our guests.
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Q: Which station did our guests love the most? CS: The stations that incorporate fire are something...I know that as soon as I present [it], I will have all the assurance for success. I try to incorporate a large part of the cooking that can be done in the firewood and outdoors.
Food at Reception MOM’S DELIGHTS • Corn Flour Fried Empanadas Filled With Huitlacoche, Zucchini Flower or Roasted Poblano Peppers. • Shrimp Flauta • Potato and Chorizo Sopes • Guacamole and Tortilla Chips • Pastor Tacos • Pastas • Grilled Kebabs • Ceviches • Wood Grill • Paella • Caesar Salad Station • From the Sea of Cortez • Stew Station • Indian • Sushi Bar Station • Cheese and Cold Cuts Board • Pastries Station • Artisanal Ice Cream • Nachos Station • Chilaquiles Station • Candy Bar Station • Awaken Station
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was decorated with cafe lights, flowers and rustic wood furnishings. The bridal party was welcomed by guests with the DJ playing “Now That We Found Love” by Heavy D and The Boyz, and the new Mr. and Mrs. Hale were introduced as we strolled into a round of applause with “Hold On, We’re Going Home” by Drake. We moved to our sweetheart table against the ocean and the party began in full. Then we had our first dance to the song “Latch” by Disclosure and Sam Smith that was sung beautifully by our daughter Makena.
Makena’s Song for the First Dance “ L ATC H ” B Y D I S C LO S U R E F E AT. S A M S M I T H
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"YOU LIFT MY HEART UP WHEN THE REST OF ME IS DOWN YOU, YOU ENCHANT ME, EVEN WHEN YOU'RE NOT AROUND IF THERE ARE BOUNDARIES, I WILL TRY TO KNOCK THEM DOWN I ’ M L ATC H I N G O N B A B E N O W I K N O W W H AT I HAVE FOUND"
Drinks A SNIPPET OF SELECTIONS F R O M T H E C U S TO M B E E R B A R • Pacifico • Corona Extra • Modelo Especial • Modelo Negra • Bohemia Weizen DRAFT BEER • Indio • Tecate SOME OF THE CRAFT BEERS ON DECK • Balam Baja Blond • Marea Roja El Tabernario Ambar • Mako American Ale • El Sancho Pale Ale • Baja Brewing
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D R I N K S AT T E Q U I L A B A R LA SUERTE Just a Few From the Collection of 106 Labels Available for Premium Tastings • El Clássico 310 • Don Julio Blanco • Herradura Reposado • Reserva de la Familia Añejo • La Leyenda del Milagro Blanco
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Erin is a firework junkie. We often position ourselves on the Fourth of July in a spot that allows us to watch as many shows as possible at the same time, tapping each other the entire time saying, “Oh, look at that!” There is little in this world that makes her as happy as the explosion of a firework. Edson from Cabo Fireworks Company gave me the controller to start the show. I’ll always remember the look on my new bride’s face when I handed over the controller. This will always be one of my favorite memories. She pushed the button and seconds later we had fireworks exploding over our heads for three full minutes, although it felt much longer. 156 LOCALE MAGAZINE
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D I R E C TO R O F C A B O F I R E W O R K S Q: We chose three minutes of fireworks. How many fireworks would you estimate exploded during our reception? Edson Contreras: About 110 per minute. Q: What was the largest explosion called? EC: Six-inch shells. Q: What is the longest firework show you have done for a wedding? EC: A nine-minute show. Q: What is the typical length of a firework show? EC: One to five minutes. Q: How much do fireworks cost per minute? EC: Traditional [shows cost] $1,300 plus 16 percent tax per minute.
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A FEW OF OUR FAVORITE THINGS There are so many options on the spa menu, but here are a few highlights we think you should definitely try: • Bamboo Scrub • After Sun Treatment • For the Lucky Groom Package • Newlyweds Package • Spa Manicure
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The Cactus Spa, a European-style oasis inside the Sheraton Grand Los Cabos, Hacienda del Mar, offered us the relaxation we needed after this busy, exciting time. With a variety of body therapies, facials, skin treatments and more, we were able to further enjoy our special week.
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SKIN DEEP A FEW OF THE MASSAGES OFFERED AT THE CACTUS SPA • Swedish • Deep-Tissue • Sport • Aromatherapy • Chocolate • Hot Stone • In-Room • Neck, Back and Shoulders OH MY BOD LUXE BODY TREATMENTS • Green Coffee: detox and smooth skin • Chocolate: indulge and replenish • Tropical Escape: repair and rejuvenate • Mango Paradise: illuminate and reinvigorate • The O2 Relax: brighten and balance • Diamond Experience Rose Massage: restore and relax
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AFTER THIS RE-DO, YOUR MODERN CLOSET WILL BE YOUR NEW FAVORITE ROOM WRITTEN BY: TIFFANY CARTER & AMANDA BRENNER
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SMALL BUT MIGHTY “It’s really astounding how much ‘space’ you can gain with a closet system, even a basic one, at that! Storing seasonal items elsewhere is also a great way to maximize limited space.”
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Coronado’s Crown Jewel STEP INSIDE THIS HISTORIC $25 MILLION OCEANFRONT ESTATE
WRITTEN BY: LAUREN PETTIGREW PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED BY: WILLIS ALLEN REAL ESTATE
Classic, refined and elegant—each of these fittingly portray the Coronado lifestyle. The city’s character effortlessly blends its legendary past with the relevance of today’s Coastal Southern California living. Lining the island’s sparkling shores is the iconic Hotel Del Coronado; a charming destination with centuries of stories to tell, luring the likes of Franklin D. Roosevelt and Marilyn Monroe over the years. Steps from this historic treasure lies one of the most prominent homes in Coronado: Crown Manor. Known for its rich history, intricate interior details and regal architecture, this legendary, Tudor-style landmark home embodies Coronado living at its finest.
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Built in 1902, Crown Manor has been home to politicians and host to celebrities, presidents and military diplomats over the last century.
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Built in 1902, Crown Manor has been home to politicians and played host to celebrities, presidents and military diplomats. Many deals have been made on the grounds that have bettered San Diego and California throughout time. The entire estate is recognized under the Mills Act Historic Preservation Program, protecting the architectural and historical integrity of the English manor, which remains intact today. Alongside the grandeur of the estate lies an intimate feeling of community, family and history.
ISLAND COLORS Former resident party planner and internationally-known interior designer Elsie de Wolfe’s custom green and white lawn umbrellas later inspired the official city colors of Coronado.
POLO, ANYONE? In 1913, Coronado was the polo capital of the West. Former owner, Walter Dupee commissioned an expansion to the manor so that he could entertain and provide living quarters for polo players.
Facing the Pacific Ocean with coveted views of crystal clear water and the Point Loma peninsula, the Crown Manor is the Enchanted Isle’s grandest oceanfront estate. A sturdy brick wall lined with palm trees encases a meticulously kept lawn, flanked by the only Torrey pines on Ocean Boulevard. A tranquil fountain trickles into a koi pond, adorned by a replica of Monet’s “Water Lilies.” This front yard is home to family Easter egg hunts and Christmas snowball fights. Snow is imported to Crown Manor for kids to enjoy some “wintertime” fun before heading off to ice skate at the Hotel Del Coronado, a holiday tradition.
once danced upon the parquet wood floors. An interior designer's dream at every turn, no detail has been spared. Antique light fixtures and ornate paintings hang from the walls. On one side sits a classic Steinway piano and to the other, a 1938 Porter music box, which when wound fills the estate with crisp music that evokes childhood memories. At dusk, orange and pink hues spill into the entertainment room. Residents can soak in the sunset while playing a game of pool and enjoying a drink from the oldstyle bar imported from Italy. The space opposite the foyer inhabits the Grand Salon, resplendent with a 24-karat gold ceiling and lush, velvety green couches. An additional pair of lion statues line each side of the Calacatta marble fireplace. Just past another sizeable threshold, the formal dining room exudes refined elegance from the decorative wall fabric to the impeccable detail of the crown molding. To serve in style, the kitchen has been redesigned to host dinner parties of up to 250 people and encompasses a beautifully tiled butler’s pantry, a full staff office and top-of-the-line appliances.
The three-story, English Tudor-style mansion is comprised of dark red brick sourced from the Coronado Brick Yard and is lined with its very own “Crown Manor” paint. A large, central entrance lies just past two massive lion statues. It boasts marbled floors and jeweled chandeliers, which lead into the sprawling 22,997-square-foot interior.
Crown Manor’s Presidential Suite wing has hosted the most prestigious of guests, including the Clintons during Bill Clinton’s presidency. Pundits even dubbed the estate the “Western White House.” And like the White House, the attention to detail here is exquisite. Each light switch, vent and thermostat has been hand-painted to blend seamlessly with the wallpaper in every suite. The bathrooms feature malachite flooring, 22-karat gold sinks and claw-foot bathtubs.
Adjacent the foyer lies a ballroom where prim and proper ball gown-adorned guests
A half dozen bedrooms on the second floor have been transformed into an expansive
master bedroom and bath, complete with a family room and breakfast room overlooking the ocean. Numerous rooms on the top floors have been redesigned to serve different purposes. All the luxury amenities of an exclusive vacation are available right here at home. Residents and guests can enjoy the sauna room, gym and home theater. There’s even a beauty salon with the works—hair services, facials, massages, a manicure station and more. Business can be smoothly accomplished in the multiple in-home offices where former owner and US Ambassador Larry Lawrence once worked. State-of-the-art security is available throughout the estate, providing the ability to close off entire wings of the house if you have guests or need added security or privacy. Each guest room is complete with ensuite kitchenettes, stocked snack areas and private patios that open up to a completely private backyard paradise. Boasting a pool, duplicate Jacuzzis and Matisse reproductions, these grounds rival the best Better Homes and Garden spreads. Home to 134 species of flowers and plants, pops of orange and yellow blooms complement the vibrant blue rocks found throughout the property. This wonderland comes complete with an outdoor grill and patio area facing a beautiful brick fireplace where the family can make smores. Whether you’re looking for a space to hold extravagant dinner parties or spend quality time making memories with family, this estate checks every box on the dream home wish list. Crown Manor provides the perfect combination of historic beauty mixed with today’s modern lifestyle for the epitome of luxury living. LOCALE MAGAZINE 167
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