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EDITOR'S NOTE What makes you come alive? For me, it’s a variety of things. Dribbling a basketball, listening to the new Drake album, savoring a bite of a tasty meal, or going on a much-needed family vacation—all things that give me a boost to keep going and to keep striving. In this issue, I hope you feel refreshed, recharged and overcome with a new sense of willingness to take on the days ahead. A great place to start is our Alive Experts (pg. 51); seven women who are straight killing the game in their respected fields, and who beg to ask the question, “Nice for what?” Keep the motivation going with our Alive Expert spotlight on the city’s first pro rugby team, the San Diego Legion (pg. 86). Who knows, maybe you’ll even want to suit up and hop in a scrum after reading their story. Plus, our cover star shows us how creating music makes him feel alive (pg. 76). Get a behind-the-scenes look at one of
reggae’s hottest artists with a last name you’ve probably heard of, Ziggy Marley. If food gets your juices overflowing, flip to our Foodie Experts (pg. 99) who dish on their one-of-a-kind creations that look good enough to eat right off the glossy page (Note to self: attempt to input scratch-andsniff pages in next issue). Need an escape? Cabo is calling your name! Our Escape Feature (pg. 149) on the top destinations in Los Cabos and Cabo San Lucas is a must read. The pages will transport you to sandy beaches and out-of-this-world spa treatments, no passport necessary. Leave this story open on your coffee table as a major hint to your bae. So, I’ll ask you again: What makes you come alive? Sit with this question as you read this September issue and whatever it may be, whatever gives you butterflies, I encourage you to pursue it wholeheartedly.
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If only the walls of The Roxy could talk. They’d probably playback live sets of Neil Young or Bruce Springsteen or B.B. King or Prince, all in their prime. They’d recollect when Bob Marley & The Wailers made an appearance in 1975, and what the crowd was like. Well, 43 years later, almost to the day, David “Ziggy” Marley’s name is in lights out front.
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But before the 9 p.m. showtime that night, Ziggy arrives to an empty Roxy at 10 a.m. for the cover shoot. Backpack slung over one shoulder, he’s every bit of the laid-back guy you’d imagine. “It was a blast working with Ziggy Marley,” said photographer Ryan Hensley about the cover shoot. “As usual, I shot with my tried-and-true Canon 5D mark III to capture every moment in the greatest detail.” Hensley said his favorite part of the day was when Ziggy spontaneously started playing and singing “Rebellion Rises” with his guitar for the shot. And I think we’d all agree the impromptu acoustic set was all our favorites. Makeup artist Lexi Kleyla reflects on the “amazing moment in time” when she had the opportunity to groom Marley.
“I wanted to keep his grooming very minimal and only use a few important products,” she said. “I started with the Instant De-Frizzer by Living Proof to keep any flyaway hairs down. Then I moisturized his skin with Bogavia’s Essential Face Cream followed up with a small amount of Ultimate Coverage Foundation by Becca Cosmetics. He looked amazing!” Speaking of amazing, his ‘fit for the shoot was on point, reflecting not only his style but also the style and vibe of the location. We can thank wardrobe stylist Teresita Marie for that. “Ziggy is a total rockstar. He's a truly creative artist that easily connects with his outfits and makes it looks so effortless. I was able to create cool, masculine and totally rugged looks that he's been pulling off for years but with just a little more sauce,” she added that he liked his looks so much, he took some to go. “He fell in love with a vintage pair of boots I found at a shop in Santa Cruz around 2010. Eight years later, they're going on tour!” Finishing up his last leg of touring in September, the true rebel with a cause, fighter for peace and advocate for love, Ziggy, and his impactful lyrics, are just what we need right now. One love!
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Camping Essentials
These Local Business Women Share Advice on How They Are Killing It in Their Field
Campfire Sips, Pillows, Napsacks— Oh My!
WHO RUN THE WORLD?
CAMP BELIEVE IT
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REIN IT IN
Know What To Eat, Drink and Do During The Del Mar Fall Racing Festival Season
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LET’S GET PHYSICAL
Here’s Where to Work It Out This Summer in SoCal
AQUAVIE FITNESS + WELLNESS CLUB 234 Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 619.557.3663 www.aquaviewellness.com
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Alive Profile
Musician Ziggy Marley’s New Album Was Made for an Audience of One— Humanity
San Diego’s First Professional Rugby Team Keeps Charging Forward
TIME FOR A REVOLUTION
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HIT THE VACATION JACKPOT
Sycuan Casino Resort Will Unveil More Space, Games, Food and Luxury in 2019
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FINE TUNED
Josh José Williford is Hitting All the Right Notes With His Music Agency, Acoustic Spot Talent
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That's What She Said
Southern Hospitality Welcomes San Diegans
This Blogger Takes a Break From Working Out to Soak in the Catalina Island Sun
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Local Chefs Show Off Their Take on Seasonal Ingredients
These Cabo Destinations Should Be Your Next Getaway
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Mizu is Making Your Next Adventure Eco-Friendly
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STAY POKE
It’s a Battle of the Bowls at the New Grubby’s Poke & Fish Market in Carlsbad
111 Meals Deconstructed
THIS IS HOW WE ROLL
JRDN’s Executive Chef Dave Warner is Breaking Down the Aguachile Roll
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TACO BOUT IT
The Taco Stand Pairs Hand-Made Tacos With Crisp Coronas
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HOME IS WHERE THE VIEW IS
Shift Into Modern Luxury and Reach for the Sky in East Village’s New High-Rise Apartments
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Mahalo to the Creators of This Hidden Point Loma Home
This Local Athleisure Brand Will Fit Your Active Lifestyle, And That’s Not a Stretch
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Tracy Lynn Studio Shows How to Bring the Indoors Out
These Women Are Changing the Way You Think About Food
BEAUTY AND THE FEAST
Vuori Clothing
The B.L.F.G.T.A. Sandwich Will Have Your Mouth Watering
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Room Essentials
HAWAIIAN-INSPIRED HIDEAWAY
MADE TO MOVE
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SOME LIKE IT HAUTE
Sizzling Summer Looks for the Whole Squad
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LOCALENDAR 20 SAN DIEGO EVENTS TO WRAP UP SUMMER AND WELCOME FALL WRITTEN BY: MAYANDRA ROBBINS
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SURF’S UP AT THE SALTDOG CLASSIC September 22
September 5 and 12
¢ The SaltDog Classic is the perfect event for people of all ages who love the sea and some sunshine. With plenty of vendors, live music and mouth-watering eats, this event is one you have to explore. Bring your family and your furry friends from 11 a.m to 6 p.m to enjoy all of the festivities.
¢ Calling all wine
connoisseurs for the vino of the year! For only $25 at TOWER23, you will be able to partake in a premier wine tasting with some of the most prominent vineyards in the industry. But be sure to drink responsibly! www.t23hotel.com/play/ events/summerwineseries
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AND THEY’RE OFF FOR DEL MAR’S FALL RACING FESTIVAL
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¢ Get your best hats and a delish cocktail ready for the annual Del Mar Fall Racing Festival held at the Del Mar Racetrack. Be ready to place your bets and revel in the annual horse races!
September 13
November 9-December 2
release of our newest issue, come on over to soak in some live music, stellar beverages and scrumptious bites at The Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa. This is a "board meeting" that you will not want to miss!
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Bay’ at Loews Coronado Bay Resort’s annual charity event from 6-9 p.m. With delectable food and drinks, live music, a silent auction and spectacular views, what’s not to love? Snag your tickets before they’re gone! Proceeds from the event benefit local schools through DonorsChoose.org. loews.io/POB2018
LA JOLLA ART & WINE FESTIVAL October 6-7
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GET MOVING AT BIKE THE COAST
WOMEN, GET READY TO POWER UP
¢ Head on over to Oceanside Pier to experience the spectacular views of the SoCal coastline via your bicycle. Bring your friends and family from 5:30 a.m to 5 p.m. to bike the coast to your heart's content. Ride on!
¢ LOCALE Magazine is set to host their first annual women’s conference in Orange County with hopes to empower and enlighten! Get your tickets ASAP to join in and be inspired; hear stories of local trailblazers making a difference in our community!
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SUMMER MOVIES IN THE PARK ¢ Bring some popcorn and your favorite blanket, because you and your crew will love taking in a free movie in some of your favorite parks of San Diego. Watch classics like A Bug’s Life, or newer hits like Guardians of the Galaxy and Coco. summermoviesinthepark.com
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CHECK OUT THE SAN DIEGO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL October 10-14
¢ The event of the year has come for all film lovers. As one of the leading independent film events, the San Diego International Film Festival will premiere neverbefore-seen films and plenty of other awesome flicks as well. www.sdfilmfest.com
¢ Featuring over 150 artists and plenty of premier wineries, the La Jolla Art & Wine Festival will highlight unique creations from all sorts of mediums. There will be live entertainment, food, culture and enough art to satisfy your inner Picasso! www.ljawf.com
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SAY “PROST!” AT OCEAN BEACH OKTOBERFEST
CHEERS AT SAN DIEGO BEER WEEK November 3-11
October 12-13
¢ Get your hops and head on over to the San Diego Beer Week celebration! With over 500 breweries participating, this is certainly an event you and your beer aficionado tastebuds will never forget.
¢ Nothing says fall like
a good old Oktoberfest celebration. For two days, patrons will be able to partake in bratwurst eating, beer tasting and so much more near the scenic ocean beach. oceanbeachsandiego.com
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CHILL OUT AT THE SUNSET POOLSIDE JAZZ SERIES
WATCH CHEF BATTLE SAN DIEGO
September 6 and 13
September 30
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luxurious evening at the Westgate Hotel for their Sunset Poolside Jazz Series from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Enjoy delicious appetizers and cocktails while listening to the musical stylings of Sam Hirsh on Sept. 6 and Robert Dove on Sept. 13.
¢ Local chefs put their culinary skills to the test during the 2018 Chef Battle! Culinary masters from all across San Diego will have an hour to make their best dishes for attendees to try. Get your tickets quickly to enjoy this foodie event of the year.
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SAY THANKS AT THE VETERANS DAY CELEBRATION
STRIKE A POSE AT FASHION WEEK SAN DIEGO
¢ Head on over to the famed USS Midway Museum to celebrate and honor the veterans of America. With a parade, giveaways and live entertainment, there will be so much fun for the family to enjoy. Just make sure you get your tickets early.
¢ Bring out your newest couture and dress to impress at Fashion Week San Diego. Held at the Lux Art Institute, the hottest fashion event in San Diego will feature some amazing emerging brands. A total must-see for everyone in San Diego.
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GET ARTSY AT THE ARTWALK CARLSBAD September 22-23
¢ With over 100 visual artists coming to show off their skills, ArtWalk Carlsbad will allow you to bask in the creative atmosphere whilst viewing colorful chalk art being created right before your eyes. Time to get cultured, people! www.artwalksandiego.org
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MARVEL AT THE “GAME OF THRONES” LIVE CONCERT EXPERIENCE September 11
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because winter is coming! For as low as $36, viewers will be transported into Westeros and beyond while relishing the musical mastery of Ramin Djawadi. gameofthronesconcert.com
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DRINK UP AT SAN DIEGO BAY WINE + FOOD FESTIVAL
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¢ Join us for the 15th annual San Diego Bay Wine + Food Festival. For one week, attendees will take part in wine tastings, culinary classes and so much more! Just remember to take Uber or Lyft home!
November 4
scenic fun run throughout San Diego’s downtown and bay area. Starting at $35 for the 5k, participants can try delicious food, enjoy live mariachi music and a whole lot more. ¡Es Muy divertido!
www.losmuertos5k.com
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NATIVE KNOWLEDGE BY LOCALS FOR LOCALS /// WHERE TO BE MONDAY-SUNDAY
Love Yo’ Self This Self-Love Expert Talks About Farmers Markets and Hard Kombucha
EXPERT: Paul Fishman CREDENTIALS: Self-Love Coach and Advocate
MONDAY ¢ Your Monday night will never be the same once you've experienced the gluten-free pizza at Buona Forchetta in South Park. I love to start my week here because it actually makes me look forward to Mondays! www.buonaforchettasd.com
TUESDAY ¢ [This] is my self-care day, and don't get it twisted, because you need one too! Head to North Park for one of the most amazing facials you'll ever get at Shop Good. shop-good.co
WEDNESDAY ¢ It’s $12 movie night at The LOT and it makes for a great date! We love the reclining seats. Plus, get there early for happy hour and bring your drink into the theater! www.thelotent.com
THURSDAY ¢ [Thursday] is all about self-love in my book. I lead an evening workshop focusing on how to foster the love and light within you. This event
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has been lauded as a lifechanging gathering.
www.paulfishman.love/events/selflove-experience
FRIDAY ¢ This night equals family night with my husband and our puppy, Hatcher. We'll either stay in with a bottle of wine or make our way to JuneShine in North Park for their amazing hard kombucha. www.juneshine.co
SATURDAY ¢ The Little Italy Mercato farmers market has quickly become a weekly family tradition. We love renting electric scooters using the Bird app to zip over to the market from our apartment.
www.littleitalysd.com/events/mercato www.bird.co
SUNDAY ¢ I produce an IGTV series called ˮYour Monday Mantra,ˮ and I spend Sundays at WeWork downtown editing and making sure everything is ready for the week. This is my favorite day because it's all mine! www.wework.com
“Your Monday night will never be the same once you've experienced the gluten-free pizza at Buona Forchetta in South Park.”
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NATIVE KNOWLEDGE BY LOCALS FOR LOCALS /// WHERE TO BE MONDAY-SUNDAY
Veggie Tales
“Along my search for heat, I found my favorite restaurant, Plumeria in University Heights. Authentic Thai cuisine with vegan proteins that hit the mark on flavor and texture.”
This Vegan Dishes on His Favorite Spicy Foodie Spots Around San Diego
EXPERT: Ricky Borja CREDENTIALS: Vice President of Hotel Operations, Viejas Casino & Resort MONDAY ¢ A great Mexican place to take friends and family to (vegan or not) is Ranchos Cocina in North Park. Their menu is large in variety (over 80 selections), authentic and for me, about 80 percent of the menu items can be made vegan. Ask for the spicy salsas—spicy cilantro salsa is my favorite. www.ranchoscocinanorthpark.com
TUESDAY ¢ I traditionally ask my colleague David (Vice President of Food & Beverage) to pick us up some fast food breakfast at none other than Plant Power Fast Food. All of their items are vegan—The Big Zac will change your perspective on a vegan meal. www.plantpowerfastfood.com
WEDNESDAY ¢ My favorite go-to spot is our newly-opened Ginger Noodle Bar, which is a Southeast Asian fusion, quick-serve concept. My favorite, since I am sucker for spice, is the Thai fried rice. I have them prepared with no egg, no chicken, extra veggies, add tofu and all the chili peppers they have on the line. www.viejas.com
THURSDAY ¢ There isn't anything too hot for me—anything. Along my search for heat, I found my favorite restaurant, Plumeria in University Heights. Authentic Thai cuisine with vegan proteins that hit the mark on flavor and texture, and leave you wondering: are you sure that's not crispy duck? The spice ranges from one to 10, however if you love WILLOWS HOTEL & SPA AT VIEJAS 5000 Willows Rd Alpine, CA 91901 619.445.5400 www.viejas.com
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spice as I do, ask for number 16, that is the code! www.myplumeria.com
FRIDAY ¢ Hanging out with friends and family at Guahan Grill in Rosecrans area. Being far from home (Guam) for close to 20 years, any chance I get to experience my culture, food and music, I will be there. Friday nights are the best as the first Friday of the month you will find San Diego-based Chamorro musicians playing live music. You may catch me and my band there on any given Friday. www.guahangrill.com
SATURDAY ¢ I'm hanging with a strong community of friends at Alpine Ranch CrossFit. The owner and head trainer, Chappie, is such a positive and motivating person to be around. Post workout, I'll stop by my favorite juice/smoothie café in Alpine, Hope Superfoods Lounge. www.alpineranchcrossfit.com www.hopesuperfoods.com
SUNDAY ¢ Morning run time! I change up the scene—Lake Miramar, Mission Beach, La Jolla Beach or trail runnings. These weekly runs prepare me to do Triple Crown Half Marathons in San Diego. Quick change—head to Rock Church City Heights for service then conclude with brunch at Bar Kindred. They have the best pancakes you'll ever have—I promise. And, yes it's vegan. www.sdrock.com www.barkindred.com
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NATIVE KNOWLEDGE BY LOCALS FOR LOCALS /// WHERE TO BE MONDAY-SUNDAY
All Around Town This Marketing Specialist Loves a Great Pizza and Killer IPA
EXPERT: Tara Sanchez CREDENTIALS: Marketing Specialist, Del Mar Highlands Town Center
MONDAY ¢ My office is in Del Mar Highlands Town Center so I'm surrounded by the best food options for any workday. My favorites include the Iced Mint Mojito from Philz Coffee and the Save Drake's Farm Salad from Mendocino Farms.
www.delmarhighlandstowncenter.com
TUESDAY ¢ Pizza is my love language. When I'm craving authentic Italian pizza, I head to Ambrogio15 in Pacific Beach. Their Burrata e Prosciutto Crudo pizza makes my mouth water just thinking about it. www.ambrogio15.com
WEDNESDAY ¢ After work, my girlfriend and I meet up at Los Penasquitos Canyon Trail for an evening sweat. Sometimes we bring our bikes, but tonight, we run! We make it to the waterfall before turning back. THURSDAY ¢ Some out-of-town friends are here for the night, so my husband and I take them to Stone Brewing for dinner and my favorite beer, the Tangerine Express IPA.
FRIDAY ¢ Tonight, I grab drinks and appetizers at Searsucker with my husband. Their Rum Me Over packs a punch! After, we walk to Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas to catch a movie in a recliner while being served dinner and caramel corn. www.searsucker.com www.cinepolisusa.com
SATURDAY ¢ My husband's a barbecue master so we head to Jimbo's... Naturally! to grab the essentials. Their meat is antibiotic-free and their produce is organic, so the quality is top-notch. The day ends with an intense backyard tournament of darts with our friends. www.jimbos.com
SUNDAY ¢ Today, we take the top off our Jeep and head down to the beach for a fun day outside. We stop by OH! Juice in Encinitas on the way. The OH My Greens! is so refreshing and delicious. www.ohjuicecleanse.com
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“My office is in Del Mar Highlands Town Center so I'm surrounded by the best food options for any workday.”
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NATIVE KNOWLEDGE BY LOCALS FOR LOCALS /// WHERE TO BE MONDAY-SUNDAY
Sk8ter Boi
“Saturday is the best day for filming skateboarding in the streets of San Diego.”
See How This Pro Skater Cruises Through the Streets of San Diego
EXPERT: Brandon Turner CREDENTIALS: Professional Skateboarder
MONDAY ¢ I work out five days a week and don’t do anything without meditating every day. I’ll head down to Pacific Beach and grab an acai bowl from the Rum Jungle Cafe, then head over to Pacific Drive Skateboard Shop and set up a board. I’ll make some calls to teammates from SK8MAFIA to hit the streets. www.rumjunglecafe.com www.sk8mafia4life.com
TUESDAY ¢ I usually try to make it down to OB’s South Beach Bar & Grille to have some veggie tacos. Tuesday is a City Heights skate day for me. I’ll meet up with teammates and gather content. After our ‘sesh’ I go eat Underbelly in North Park. www.southbeachob.com www.godblessunderbelly.com
WEDNESDAY ¢ Meetings in the morning over at King Apparel, talking about engaging with new customers, marketability, touching base with everyone. I’ll stop by 9Five and grab some fresh shades. www.king-apparel.com www.9five.com
THURSDAY ¢ I usually go by Grant’s Marketplace in South Park. Grab a bite to eat and a coffee. Head up to Long Beach to Ghetto Child to
grab product and discuss projects. www.grantsmarket.com www.ghettochild.com
FRIDAY ¢ I usually head over to one of my favorite eating spots off of Adams Ave. Time permitting, spend volunteer hours at local elementary schools talking to kids about skateboarding, life experiences and mentoring. Then head up to LA to the Hollywood Production Center to do some music recording. www.jyotibihanga.com
SATURDAY ¢ Saturday is the best day for filming skateboarding in the streets of San Diego. Most people are off work so we don’t get kicked out for skating. After, I’ll try and stop by Hodad’s in OB to say what’s up. I’ll wrap up my day with a date night with my girl at a vegetarian spot, most likely Sipz. www.hodads.dom www.sipz.com
SUNDAY ¢ I’ll meet up with friends at the San Diego Concourse Downtown. Then we might go grab a slice at Bronx Pizza. I’ll wrap up my day at Harney Sushi in Old Town, then go relax. www.bronxpizza.com www.harneysushi.com
BRANDON TURNER @bturner_ Photoshoot Location: LINDA VISTA SKATEPARK 6893 Osler St San Diego, CA 92111 858.573.1392
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SEPHORA KICKS THINGS OFF • On Thursday before PoWer Up, head over to Sephora in South Coast Plaza to get plenty of goodies to make sure your weekend is off to a great start. There will be cocktails to be clinked and selfies to be taken. Meet your new BFFs here to reconnect at the conference!
THE DAY BEGINS! • Get pumped for a jam-packed day full of women lifting up other women. Bring your notebook, an open mind and a positive attitude to get the most out of the day’s agenda.
WOKE UP LIKE THIS • Learn how to get your makeup looking #flawless for both day and night with beauty vlogger Sona Gasparian of Simply Sona.
MONEY MOVES • Stop by to hear Beacon Pointe Financial Advisors help you take control of your finances! After you sit in on this talk, you’ll know what Cardi B was talking about.
GET #INSPO • Be ready to hear inspirational stories in the ‘Ain’t No Mountain High Enough’ panel from kickass women including Miss California USA 2016, Nadia Mejia, Founder of Be Social, Ali Grant, and artist Morgan Harper Nichols. Plus, learn how to ball on a budget from speakers who for sure have more frequent-flyer miles than you in our ‘I'm So Fly’ panel.
ANATOMY 101 • Get a check up and break all your myths about women’s health. Take note as top professionals—like Rebecca Louise, Founder of BURN by Rebecca—spill the tea on how you can be healthy at any age with a few simple steps! Continued on page 44 $
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WHAT’S THE STITCH? • Designers and fashionforward pros of top brands (hello, L*SPACE and Beach Riot) give us all the ins and outs of the industry.
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GET YOUR BUZZ ON • Make (and taste) hand-crafted cocktails thanks to Snake Oil Cocktail Company. See why sometimes ‘pour’ decisions are the best decisions.
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FOLLOW FOR FOLLOW? • Your favorite social media influencers will be all on one stage! With a combined following of almost six million, get ready to post major keys to your Instagram or Snapchat story about building your own successful brand from the ground up. Riley Beek of @bitc.h and Lauryn Evarts Bosstick of The Skinny Confidential are only a few!
MAJOR KEY • For the grand finale to an empowering day, join in on the conversation with the conference’s keynote speakers! OC’s own Lo Bosworth, PR powerhouse Jamie Sigler O'Grady and Tumblr pro Tatiana Oliveira Simonian will tell their stories and share their not-solinear paths to success.
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SIP AND SHOP • Shop ‘til you drop at local activations in the lobby while listening to DJ Ariana Gavrilis spin on the ones and twos. Don’t worry, there will be more cocktails here too!
YES, CHEF • Chefs Jamie Gwen and Katie Ramos are ‘Whisk Takers,’ and they’re dishing on what it’s like to be female and run a professional kitchen. Stick around and taste some samples that the chefs will be making live on stage!
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Puppies Make Me Happy will do just that—make you happy. Do Some Good Puppies Make Me Happy donated over $60,000 in 2017 to a variety of dog charities.
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Puppies Make Me Happy, an apparel company launched in 2013, was started by Niels Skou in hopes of bringing positivity to the world with products that you can’t help but smile when you see. Initially, the company was said to help raise money for hearing aids for hardof-hearing dogs. Though this mission might not have been their sole focus, Puppies Make Me Happy has done quite a bit to help dogs in need; in fact, 100 percent of the proceeds from their Rescue Puppies line benefits dog-related charities and shelters.
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The company began designing and selling t-shirts inspired by a mutual friend, the founder of Groceries Apparel, but since then, has expanded to include a variety of products like activewear, swimwear, tank tops, beanies, hats and, in the near future, highperformance sunglasses. Not only do they sell products that make dog parents everywhere want to get their wallets out, but they also make sure everything on their site is both high quality and ecofriendly. Puppies Make Me Happy also cuts, sews and prints their line in LA, using an American-made fabric termed “PuppySoft” that simulates petting a soft puppy.
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Be Pawsitive THIS BRAND IS ABOUT TO BRING A SMILE TO YOUR FACE WRITTEN BY: NICOLE HAKIM • PHOTOGRAPHED BY: ED VISIONS • STYLED BY: JACLYN KERSHEK
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Designer Ian McAllister reminisced about their favorite product, “Mine and Niels’ favorite product is a shirt that has a pager that says ‘Page Me’ and ‘1-800-Puppy.’” Unfortunately, you won’t find that shirt on the site any longer, but it still makes McAllister and Skou giggle.
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Whether you’re looking to sport your new swimsuit to the beach, your leggings to the gym or just snuggle up with your pup in your super-soft tee, Puppies Make Me Happy will do just that—make you happy.
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ARTIST SPOTLIGHT Josh José Williford’s Acoustic Spot Talent is Anything But Quiet ZIGGY MARLEY www.ziggymarley.com @ziggymarley Photoshoot Location: THE ROXY THEATRE 9009 Sunset Blvd West Hollywood, CA 90069 310.278.9457 www.theroxy.com PHOTO BY: Ryan Hensley
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WRITTEN BY: EMILY TORRES
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Girlboss (n): a strong, ambitious, curious woman redefining success on her own terms. San Diego isn’t just beaches and bars. It’s filled to the brim with females taking the reins across all industries—from woodworking to public relations to restaurants. LOCALE sits down with these women warriors to get insight into how they are leading their businesses and living their dreams.
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The WOOD-WORKER
AMANDA WHITWORTH Credentials: Founder, Sawdust + Soul DRESS THE PART • Amanda feels the most herself when she’s in overalls in her shop with sawdust flying around. AMANDA IN THREE WORDS: • Soulful • Sincere • Sassy
IT RUNS IN THE FAMILY • Both of Amanda’s parents owned their own businesses, her mother an interior designer, her father a carpenter, so she grew up with an entrepreneurial spirit.
“I’ve also learned the art of taking breaks when I need to. You can’t expect to constantly produce if you [aren't] taking adequate time to rest. I mean really rest. Get lost in a book, go on a hike, get in nature, see friends, travel. Disconnect. Turn everything off. When I do, I always come back to my art with fresh eyes and a new perspective.” “I do my best to stay in alignment with my integrity. I try really hard every day to just be myself, regardless of what people think of me or my work. I think to be successful, you have to do that.” “I recently realized the importance of staying connected to other creatives in a stage of collaboration—either physically or just running ideas by them.” J PUBLIC RELATIONS 2341 5th Ave San Diego, CA 92101 619.255.7069 www.jpublicrelations.com
The SELF-STARTING ENTREPRENEUR
JAMIE SIGLER O’GRADY Credentials: Founder, J Public Relations JAMIE IN THREE WORDS
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Q&A • Jamie believes in asking these two questions during any misstep in the business: “What was my role? How did I contribute?”
“I am a huge proponent of managing in the moment. If I think someone’s idea is brilliant, I’ll tell them. I also make sure that if there is a problem about something, I voice it, rather than sitting as I stew on it. It creates an open work environment, where you know where you stand, ultimately fostering collaboration and confidence.” “I think I was inspired by my maternal grandmother, who was one of the hardest workers. She always told me that if I wanted something, I could have it—if I worked for it and believed I could get somewhere. It didn’t matter if I was the smartest person in the room; if I was willing to work hard, I could get it.”
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SAWDUST + SOUL @_sawdustandsoul www.amandawhitworth.com/the-woodshop Photoshoot Location: Encinitas, CA
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The RESTAURATEUR
TRACY BORKUM Credentials: Founder, Urban Kitchen Group
YUM • Urban Kitchen Group is responsible for the Cucina collection of restaurants in San Diego. TRACY IN THREE WORDS: • Passionate • Resolute • Loyal
THREE CHEERS TO THAT! • Tracy is eagerly awaiting the day when the term “maledominated field” is a thing of the past.
“‘The devil is in the details’ is not a lie. While it is important to define the global vision of your brand, your company culture, efficiency and long-term success is sustained by knowing who you are and what you do, from the ground up.” “To grow, you have to be willing to take risks. Yet, it’s important to calculate that risk. The fear of failure shouldn’t stop you. Remembering past failures and being reminded of how you overcame them is a great motivator and source of strength.” “Early on in my career I didn’t handle confrontation well. I was then reminded of my mother's voice when I was a young girl and had a conflict with a friend or foe. First, she would ask ‘What did you do?’ and then ‘How do you think the other person feels?’ This has become the greatest tool for me to resolve differences, whether with myself and others, or between team members.” GASLAMP QUARTER ASSOCIATION 614 5th Avenue, Ste E San Diego, CA 92101 619.233.5227 www.gaslamp.org
The DIRECTOR
ERIN LIDDELL
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IT’S HOPPIN’ • The Gaslamp Quarter recently celebrated their 150th anniversary with dozens of rabbit sculptures designed by local artists! The 16-and-a-half block neighborhood used to have the nickname “Rabbitville.”
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HIDDEN TALENTS • Erin received her MFA in theater at the University of Washington and was a working actor in New York City for seven years.
“I think my superpower is my ability to make connections with people and inspire great business relationships. I like to get out, shake hands, listen to concerns and questions, and make valuable connections.” “Don’t ever be afraid to say, ‘I don’t know.’ No one knows everything and saying, ‘I don’t know that; I’ll find out for you,’ and following through increases the quality of the relationship and has given me the knowledge of how to better solve problems.” 54 LOCALE MAGAZINE
URBAN KITCHEN GROUP 505 Laurel St San Diego, CA 92101 619.239.2222 www.urbankitchengroup.com Photoshoot Location: CUCINA SORELLA 4055 Adams Ave San Diego, CA 92116 619.281.4014 www.urbankitchengroup.com/ cucina-sorella-kensington
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The ARTIST
BRIANA ROBINSON Credentials: Owner, BUJU Tattoo
IT’S ALL IN THE NAME • Briana’s tattoo shop is named after her pit bull, Buju. BRIANA IN THREE WORDS: • Sweet • Aggressive • Driven
ALL ABOUT ART • Briana is a classically-trained illustrator with a degree in Fine Arts from Savannah College of Art and Design.
“The challenge I've overcome in the historically male-dominated field of tattooing has been to carve out a leadership space of my own so I could bring along my own way of doing things. There wasn't exactly a beaten path ahead of me, but it’s been rewarding to find my own way.” “My secret sauce is one part sugar and 10 parts red hot chili oil.” “Every morning, I'm motivated by my enthusiasm for the amazing animals and people around me, including my two pit bulls Buju and River, the love of my life Loni, the amazing artists at BUJU Tattoo and all of our wonderful clients.”
BATTLE AXE SAN DIEGO 6330 Riverdale St San Diego, CA 92120 619.501.8811 www.battleaxesd.com
The WARRIOR
ANNIE WYLAND Credentials: Owner, Battle Axe San Diego ANNIE IN THREE WORDS:
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FOXY BROWN • Annie’s own dog, Foxy Brown (yes, named after the ‘90s rapper!), is Battle Axe’s mascot.
“To be honest, I debated whether or not to do this interview because it’s hard to look at myself as a ‘successful woman in business,’ but you know what? I am! I, like many other women, feel self-doubt and set self-imposed barriers. I support, encourage and uplift other women, but when it comes to my own accolades, I get shy. I worked hard to get to where I am, and I shouldn’t be embarrassed to celebrate my success.” “As I get older, I’ve learned to care less about what others think about me and just be my authentic self. Being an authentic person has made me into a leader that people want to work for and work with.” 56 LOCALE MAGAZINE
BUJU TATTOO 914 W Washington St San Diego, CA 92103 618.866.6856 www.bujutattoo.com
The LIFE OF THE PARTY
NICHOLE ROCERO Credentials: Owner, The Roc Shop NICHOLE IN THREE WORDS: • Genuine • Fierce • Free
I DO • The Roc Shop initially began as a creative outlet from Nichole’s full-time job as a graphic designer in the wedding industry.
TRAVEL BUG • In her spare time, Nichole travels and has visited 12 countries and counting.
“I did play it safe at first—only creating items that were trendy and stayed within the lines. It wasn’t until 2016 when a fire within grew, forcing me to acknowledge how I only get one chance in life, so I better do it right. That means celebrating the person I am and who I want to be—not censoring or dimming myself for the benefit of others.” “For me personally, being a successful woman is truly about being aware of my own happiness and in control of my life as it is, day to day. I have what I need. I’m in the position to give some of what I have to others.” “I have a business in which people purchase my items to express and celebrate themselves. That is success for me.” THE ROC SHOP 4275 37th St, Ste 218 San Diego, CA 92105 619.772.0476 www.therocshop.com
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Something New • You won’t see Co-Founder Bing Crosby’s name on the marquee as you have in the past! Welcome the new season with an all-new name: The Del Mar Fall Racing Festival.
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START HERE OFF TO THE RACES • It’s only the fifth fall season for the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club, but following the most successful Breeders' Cup in history, the racetrack has shown great momentum in reaching new heights. Join the fun on Opening Day Nov. 9 as drama promises to breed eternal with betters starting at even and horses tied at zero. Bring your best racing hat and cash because this fall season is packed with events guaranteed to rock.
SHAKE IT! • Head to the Plaza de Mexico every Saturday after the races between the main avenue and the grandstand for Del Mar’s Saturday Concert Series. Be a savvy concert goer and get to the venue before the last race to take advantage of the free entrance that comes with your racetrack admission and avoid the $30 concert admission fee if you’re late! Excited? Check the lineup on the Del Mar website!
Rein It In KNOW WHAT TO EAT, DRINK AND DO DURING THE DEL MAR FALL RACING FESTIVAL SEASON WRITTEN BY: MATTHEW J. BLACK PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED BY: DEL MAR THOROUGHBRED CLUB
TOGA! TOGA! • What could be more college than tailgating? With a valid college ID, students can tailgate on College Day at the Red Star Café during the races, then take the fun with them into the Saturday night concert happening Nov. 10 with the band Pepper.
WATCH THIS BEHIND THE SCENES • Wake up a little early on Saturday mornings and watch the trainer’s and horse’s morning workouts from 8-10 a.m. Learn about things your friends won’t even know from horsewoman and racing broadcaster Michelle Yu all while enjoying breakfast in the Clubhouse Terrace Restaurant.
EAT THIS BRUNCH IT UP • Typically reserved for members only, seating will be open to everyone for the Taste of the Turf Club to enjoy Sunday brunch with Celebrity Chef Brian Malarkey. If that hasn’t sold you, consider attending for the bottomless mimosas and bloody marys. Cheers!
DEL MAR THOROUGHBRED CLUB 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd Del Mar, CA 92014 858.755.1141 www.dmtc.com
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TRY THIS TURKEY DAY! • Start your Thanksgiving Day with a Fun Run on the track to show off your best thoroughbred impression. Afterward, enjoy a special brunch with the whole family, prepared by Executive Chef Barry Schneider. Race enthusiasts, get there early for a special 11 a.m. racing card.
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Back in Action • Trainers who attended The Breeders' Cup fell in love with Del Mar, and you can expect to see them back in San Diego Saturday, Nov. 24 for the best day of the racing season. Horse enthusiasts, you won’t want to miss this! Quality Racing • “The Breeders' Cup put the fall season on the map, and that was by design. Get ready for better quality horses in 2018,” said Craig Dado, Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer. All-time Favorite • The first Breeders' Cup held in San Diego brought in close to $97 million in revenue for San Diego County, and saw 75 percent of attendees from outside the city. Expect fans, breeders and jockeys en masse to return for this year’s Del Mar Fall Racing Festival.
GET YOUR BUZZ ON • The fall season’s biggest day in racing is followed by the Craft Beer Fest featuring a collection of over 100 brews, ciders, wines and cocktails. DJs will be spinning in the Seaside area on Saturday, Dec. 1, so you can work off your Thanksgiving dinner while you work on your buzz.
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LET'S Written By: Erica Johnson Photographed By: David A. Hernandez, Nick Isabella, Travis McCoy & Manasa Madishetty Styled By: Janelle Arreola Hair & Makeup By: Lisa Leedy, Heather Balaam & Ruth Torres Models: Loree Rapp and Madison Ashley of Brand Model & Talent, www. brandtalent.net
GET PHYSICAL HERE’S WHERE TO WORK IT OUT THIS SUMMER IN SOCAL
Southern California offers an incredible array of options for fitness. Plus, with the beautiful summer weather and daylight until nearly 8 p.m., everyone wants to get up, move that body and look great while doing it. We asked a few of our favorite experts for some tips on what they consider to be the best exercises for your arms, glutes and abs along with some healthy choices for fueling your body.
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Credentials: Personal Trainer, AquaVie Fitness + Wellness Club
CAPTION THIS! We’ve made your Instagram captions for you when you post that pic of your ripped arms— you’re welcome. Don’t forget to add in that muscle emoji! Ò Welcome to the gun show Ò Flexin’ on ‘em! Ò Do you know a veterinarian because these pythons are sick! Ò Sun’s out guns out Ò I lift a latte Ò Eat. Lift. Sleep. Repeat.
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San Diego’s AquaVie Fitness + Wellness Club offers four stories of state-of-the-art space, where you can find everything you need inside the 40,000-square-foot facility. One of AquaVie’s top personal trainers, Elyssa Swann, gives us her best tips on what it takes to get strong, sculpted arms so you can rock your sleeveless tops with confidence.
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HEALTH KICK The EXPERT
NASTASHA MCKEON Credentials: CEO and Founder, Choice Superfood Bar & Juicery “Our best choice for pre- and post-workout would be our Warrior smoothie, which is loaded with plant-based protein, omegas and greens but tastes like creamy vanilla goodness! Another option would be the Hot Sunrise cold-pressed juice, which helps to replenish the vital electrolytes lost after a decent sweat.”
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SHOULDER BLADE RETRACTIONS
“Starting on all fours, shoulders stacked over wrists and hips stacked over knees. Keep core engaged. Without bending the elbows, squeeze your shoulder blades together. Then create the action of pressing the floor away and pull your shoulder blades apart, like you are puffing up your upper back. Then repeat by retracting shoulder blades (squeezing together) then pressing away. To make this exercise harder, come into a plank pose with knees off the ground.”
AquaVie Fitness + Wellness Club: Photographed By: Nick Isabella | Styled By: Janelle Arreola | Hair & Makeup By: Lisa Leedy | Model: Loree Rapp of Brand Model & Talent, www.brandtalent.net
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“This one is really basic but it’s one of the best. Work on form. Don’t worry about going all the way to the floor, instead focus on [keeping the] core engaged and squeezing your shoulder blades together as you bend your elbows. See how many you can do with perfect form instead of how many total reps you can do. [This] can always be done on the knees to make it easier.”
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EXERCISE BAND CURLS & EXTERNAL ROTATION
“Using an exercise band, place the center of one foot (for easier) or two feet (for harder) on the middle of the band with the handles in each hand. Stand tall, shoulders pulled back. Imagine as if you have a book on your head. Curl the band half way up, pause, then externally rotate arms by pressing thumbs away. Keep elbows close to the body. Bring arms back in and lower back down.”
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ROW INTO TRICEP EXTENSION
“Using a bench (or two chairs if at home) place the same knee and hand on the bench. Kickstand the other leg so that hips are level. Using a dumbbell, draw elbow in towards ribs, pause there and extend arm straight for the tricep extension, bend back in and return to starting position.”
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COMBINE ARMS IN FULL-BODY MOVEMENTS
“To get extra arm work, hold weights in hands and do shoulder presses while lunging. Or in between sets of lower body or abs do a small set of push-ups. Yoga is also another way to tone arms. Find different ways to incorporate them into your workouts. One of my favorites is a squat with a bicep curl into a shoulder press.”
DO WORK Ò When it comes to home workouts, Elyssa likes the TRX. “My favorite piece of equipment is the TRX Trainer. It can be pricey, but it’s worth the investment. You can do a whole body workout and take it with you when you travel.”
AQUAVIE FITNESS + WELLNESS CLUB 234 Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 619.557.3663 www.aquaviewellness.com APPAREL PROVIDED BY: GRACEDBYGRIT 153 N Hwy 101, Ste 103 Solana Beach, CA 92075 877.964.7481 www.gracedbygrit.com
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MONICA POMMIER GRUBIN Credentials: Owner, Pure Barre Newport Beach
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Pure Barre was the first barre workout in Orange County. Devotees love their signature class that features a whole section that focuses on toning the glutes or “seat section.” Monica Pommier Grubin, owner of four Pure Barre locations, gives us her best tips on how to be a #BadAssWithaGoodAss.
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HEALTH KICK The EXPERT
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USE YOUR LEG
“The same way we lift weights to tone our biceps or other body parts to effectively get every corner of the ‘seat,’ as we call it in Pure Barre, is to let the leg be the weight. You want to effectively use the butt to lift the leg up and down like a weight.”
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SMALL MOVEMENTS
“Go small when using just the glutes, rather than giving the body the option to have stronger muscles take over.”
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TUCK YOUR HIPS
“Use opposing forces to get the most out of your glute workout. By tucking your hips under, sliding your leg back and then lifting, you get the most out of the work that is being done. You want to isolate the glutes.”
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HEAVY TAILBONE
“By keeping your tailbone heavy you are protecting your back and making sure most of the work goes into the butt instead of the back, which is a common mistake when doing anything related to the seat section.”
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SUPPORTING LEG
“Most times in seat section, the supporting leg works as much as the working leg. It’s a dual exercise so you are getting work on both sides even though it feels like all the movements are coming from one leg at a time.”
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KEEP IT IN YOUR CORE
“Core is key for proper alignment and ensures that you are focusing on all the right points of contact. It starts at the core to hold the body in the correct spot so you can just focus on making the movements come from the seat.”
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STRETCH IT OUT
“Stretching is just as important as all that work. In order to see best results, you need to stretch the glutes after you work them. This will lengthen the muscle and give you the best results. Everyone likes to skip out on stretching but it is so important!”
NATIVE KNOWLEDGE Ò Pure Barre is offering a free week to new clients and if you take three or more classes, you’ll get $20 off your $99 intro month at all four locations.
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Abs
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Credentials: Director of Yoga, SoHo Yoga Hermosa Beach and DTLA
LAZY DAISY Ò We get it. Sometimes you can’t squeeze in a workout. Here are some sneaky ways to work your abs on those days you are stretched for time: 1. When sitting at your desk, contract your ab muscles, pulling your belly button towards your spine. Hold for 10 seconds and repeat 10 times. 2. Another great ab trick to try at the office is to lift your feet off the ground, holding for 10-15 seconds at a time, 10 times. You can start off lifting one foot at a time if needed.
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One of our favorite apps for the Fitbit Versa is Leaderboard. You can take part in some friendly competition with family and friends all while staying on track with your fitness goals.
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DREUX ELLIS Credentials: Executive Chef, Gratitude "Currently, my go-to, post-workout meal is our Turmeric Chia Overnight Oats which I created for our new breakfast menu at Gratitude Beverly Hills. Both oats and chia seeds are rich in fiber and antioxidants, and chia seeds are also a potent source of protein."
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“From plank, simply move down to the elbows. Keep the same long line of alignment from your heels out through the crown of your head. If you’re feeling spicy, slowly lift opposite arm and leg. Hold this for three cycles of breath. If that’s too nuts, simply dip your heels and hips to each side, slowly.”
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"PARIPURNA NAVASANA" BOAT POSE
“Firm your sit bones to the ground. Grab behind your knees and radiate your sternum to the sky. Keep your shoulder blades squeezing together and play with lifting a foot off the floor to the height of your knee. Then try both feet. Now let go with the hands and start to lengthen your legs.”
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FOREARM PLANK
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"VASISTHASANA" SIDE PLANK
“Hold high plank, then drop the heels over to the right and lift your left arm to the sky to stack your shoulders. To increase your oblique engagement, sweep the top arm down and under the bottom armpit. Go slow, like a turtle walking backward.”
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"LOLASANA" PENDANT POSE
“Kneel on both knees and sit upright on your shins with your hands framing your legs on the ground. Push down so hard that your butt lifts up off your heels. Then try lifting one foot off the ground at a time. Eventually, build your way up to lifting both feet off the ground at the same time. You can use free weights, books or yoga blocks underneath the hands to access lifting the legs off the ground more easily.”
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EXTENDED TABLE TOP
“Start on your hands and knees in tabletop position. Then extend your arm out in front of you, as if you are shaking somebody’s hand and lift the opposite leg. Hold the lift for a minimum of five cycles of breath. As you lower the arm and leg, be mindful of your abdominal movement and attempt to place the hand and knee on the ground at the same time. Repeat on the other side.”
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Time for a rEVOLution Musician Ziggy Marley’s New Album Was Made for an Audience of One—Humanity
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“When human beings stand up for good in this planet, it is the most powerful thing.” —ZIGGY MARLEY
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“Lead by example is a lesson I would take from my father, and I will pass it down to my children and hopefully, my life is a good example for them to see what can be done, not just for yourself, but for others.” —ZIGGY MARLEY
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Z I G G Y M A R L E Y walks into the empty, dark room with a huge smile on his face. He takes in a deep breath, “Ah, The Roxy,” he says looking out onto the undressed, spot-lit stage where he’ll be jamming later that night. He continues to slowly move throughout the room, dreadlocks grazing the back of his knees, continually in awe. He looks back at his entourage and repeats to himself, “It’s the Roxy!” They nod in acknowledgement of the historical music venue on Sunset Boulevard. It’s his favorite club venue to perform in to date, and it’s written all over his face.
During the photo shoot, Marley starts strumming his favorite song off his new Rebellion Rises album, the song with the same name. An unplugged acoustic version of the chorus begins to fill the hot room. “Rebellion rises,” the lyrics continue. “Walks of life, let’s stand together/ Dance all night with each other/ Love is its weakness/ The system I protest/ And we are its biggest threat/ The plague of consciousness.” It really becomes more of an anthem than anything else; words that you should continually repeat to yourself as you are set to brace the day. This song, and all 10 songs on Marley’s recent album, goes beyond surface level. The lyrics and truths it elicit oozes out the speakers and grabs hold of your soul, your feelings and your empathy for humanity. “I wanted to give a voice to humanity,” Marley, eldest son of reggae icon Bob Marley, says about the album. “I wanted to encourage humanity.” And man, don’t we need it. In a world today that is in no greater need than to be ‘plagued by consciousness,’ relaying an encouraging message is what Marleys are so very good at—three little birds and all. Music is typically a mirror of what is being reflected by current society. But, Marley says that he moved on from ‘political music’ roughly 10 years ago. He’s gone on record to say that he used to be a political musician but is now a spiritual one. “If I’m serious about connecting people to music, I have to connect on a human-tohuman level,” he said in a Big Think interview. “We cannot change the political or social system of the world unless we change us as individuals.” In his “Rebellion Rises” music video, there are people—all shapes, colors and sizes—holding a piece of cardboard with a portion of the lyrics on it as if to symbolize a protest sign, something we far too often witness on our news feed. But Marley challenges us
with his new album. He challenges us to not think of the word ‘rebellion’ as a negative connotation, but rather in a new affirmative light. “My inspiration was to cause a rebellion that entails the opening of our hearts. That entails the awareness, the consciousness and to bring the world more together. There is divisiveness, there’s war, there’s racism—and that’s what the rebellion is for. Humanity inspired me,” he said. “We’ve been against things, but no one ever focuses on what we are for so we can’t really go out and get it. We have to put all of our energy in what we are for.” Music is a vessel to share how we’re really feeling, how we’re feeling about ourselves, humankind and the well being of our planet. Through this art form, the eight-time Grammy Award winner shows us that your art can be your message to the people. “This album talks a lot more about outer change, change within society. Which still entails the change within oneself, but this album is more about outward looking in, rather than the inward looking out.” These themes are universal; this isn’t only an American thing that we need to hear, it’s a global thing. Going on an international and national tour for almost two years continually, the African drum percussions and Jamaican guitar licks that accompany Marley’s impactful musical lines go past borders, he says. “I’m very happy to see these songs and the messages that they entail is translating beyond language. Everybody can’t understand when I sing ‘Circle of Peace,’ not everybody can understand when I sing the song ‘Rebellion Rises,’ but it connects with all human beings.” He doesn’t want them to be concerts, but rallies rather—a rally full of rebels.
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All in the Family • Ziggy launched his career as a part of the reggae family group Ziggy Marley & The Melody Makers, which consisted of his sisters Sharon, Cedella, himself and his brother Stephen. They had 10 studio albums starting in 1985.
Legendary Venue • Bob Marley & The Wailers first performed at The Roxy July 10-15, 1975.
Did You Know? • Ziggy Marley performed the song “Believe in Yourself,” which became the catchy theme song to the hit cartoon “Arthur.”
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What’s Cooking? • Pick up Ziggy Marley and Family Cookbook: Delicious Meals Made With Whole, Organic Ingredients from the Marley Kitchen to make some of Ziggy’s favorite meals in your own kitchen. Featuring his wife Orly, sister Karen and daughter Judah, they are classic Jamaican recipes with a healthy spin.
Book Report In addition to his cookbook, Marley has two other books under his belt:
• Graphic Novel, Marijuana Man: Marley purposefully uses the plant as a superhero, rather than a villain. • Children’s Book, I Love You Too: Based on the song with the same title from his Grammy Awardwinning children’s album Family Time.
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“To change the world, it starts with how you interact with people every day. Just every day your interactions with other human beings; every little thing you do has an impact.” —ZIGGY MARLEY
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“My inspiration was to cause a rebellion that entails the opening of our hearts. That entails the awareness, the consciousness, and to bring the world more together.” —ZIGGY MARLEY
“This is the reaction to what we are presenting to the people, that they are feeling this camaraderie, this rebellion—in the most positive sense of the word ‘rebellion,’” he said. “Not the stereotypical way with violence, but rebellion with peace and love.” Marley has a way with words that after sitting, grooving or moving to his entire 35-minute album or fangirling at his sometimes three-hour shows, you walk away changed in some way. The lyrics have soul, as he explains, and without that, they cannot live on. “I know what them feel, I see what them feel. Them feel humanity; them feel a connection with other human beings. Them feel a oneness with each other,” his voice is steady, unwavering talking about the live crowd. “Them feel a power because when human beings stand up for good in this planet, it is the most powerful thing. When we stand up for love and peace and justice together, without biases and hate. And [when we] peacefully speak of these things we want to see, it’s the most powerful thing that could ever be.”
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Marley was born in the ghettos of Trench Town, Jamaica, but as his father became more renown they were able to move out. And yet, he always took them back to where they came from. They would return to serve and be surrounded with the impoverished. Marley just says it’s who he is. Those seeds planted way back then take root today with his continued philanthropic work in communities around the globe. Much like his foundation URGE, Unlimited Resources Giving Enlightenment, that aims to aid children in Jamaica, Africa and wherever else is in need through health, education and awareness about the environment. Recently, CNN coverage of a massive pile up of plastic and pollution in the ocean near the Dominican Republic went viral. Marley shared it on his Instagram, and took it personally to decide that he too needed to make a change. “Even if I cannot completely stop using plastic, I want to reduce my plastic use. Even the littlest thing that you can do is as effective as the biggest thing because everything adds up. It’s the small things that add up that make the change,” he said.
And if you, too, want to help change the world, he encourages you to also take small steps to make a big impact. “Small things count. You don’t have to be a legend or a president; it’s every little thing. Pick what you see—whether it be the environment, whether it be racism—and it’s the little things you do.” Then, after a beat, he added, “To change the world, it starts with how you interact with people that you see everyday. Just everyday interactions with other human beings; every little thing you do has an impact.” This, he says, is one of the major life lessons he took from his dad. A legend in the music industry, Bob Marley was also a person who sought after making the world a better place in anyway he could. He was a man of action, and we know actions speak louder than words. Ziggy, one of 11 children, said it was how his father interacted with people, talked with people— all things by doing, not by him telling him what to do. “Live the good life, don’t talk the good life,” he reflected on what he continues to put in practice from his father. Ziggy was 12 years old when his father died from cancer. “Live a positive life, live a loving life, live a life that is not only for ourselves but a service to others also. You have to take care of yourself, of course, but you still have to set that example that doing good for other people is very rewarding in itself. “Lead by example is a lesson I would take from my father, and I will pass it down to my children,” he added, “and hopefully, my life is a good example for them to see what can be done, not just for yourself, but for others.” Now the head-nodding beat of “One Love” is reverberating off The Roxy’s walls. The sold-out show is singing along while Ziggy and his band serenade them with a classic. He’s dripping with sweat, his eyes are closed; Marley transforms into a new persona on stage. The red, yellow and green lights beam down illuminating this homage to his late father. The entire set list is filled with musical chords that intertwine and unite the world. As the tour continues throughout North America, Marley will continue to spread the music, and spread a whole lot of love.
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Spas, tasty food and luxury accommodations? Talk about an amazing getaway. Look to the Sycuan Casino Resort in 2019 for this up-and-coming rich and relaxing experience. With their new 500,000-square-foot renovation and expansion, there is something new for everyone to discover. Whether you are planning a family vacation or a girls night out, the Sycuan Casino Resort will be the place to go.
TREAT YO’ SELF • Talk about luxury! The Sycuan Casino Resort will feature over 300 guest rooms including 57 suites. Whether you’ll be staying in their 1,150-square-foot, 3-Bay Suite or their standard king and double queen rooms, your stay will be so comfortable that you’ll feel rested and ready to confidently gamble the next day! GO ALL IN • Get ready to place your bets because the expanded gaming area will, without a doubt, be a sight for sore eyes. With an extra 60,000 square feet, Sycuan Casino Resort will house 2,500 Class III machines, 300 Class II machines and 80 table games. PARTY HEARTY • Have an event to host? Then look no further. The Sycuan Casino Resort will feature three meeting rooms ranging from 1,200 to 11,500 square feet, as well as plenty of outdoor space for the perfect wedding, party or conference you might have or attend. DOUBLE DOWN ON DINING • Amidst their exclusive views are plentiful dining options, creating the ultimate foodie paradise. Thanks to this project, guests can soon enjoy Fresh Market for casual foods, a raw bar, a three-meal restaurant or a chef-driven, fine dining experience. COOL OFF POOLSIDE • Host your next gathering at the pool and gardens at the Sycuan Casino Resort. Whether you’re on staycation with the family or celebrating a friend’s birthday, the pool area is for you! With a resort-style, adult pool with an openpool deck, bar and grill, lazy river and family pool, everyone can enjoy a day under the San Diego sun.
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GET READY TO SCRUM-BLE SAN DIEGO’S FIRST PROFESSIONAL RUGBY TEAM KEEPS CHARGING FORWARD
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Room With A View • Torero Stadium comfortably houses a max capacity of 6,000 people.
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team to replace the now Los Angeles Chargers at Qualcomm Stadium. Rather, it’s the trampling of fresh grass, followed by plangent cheers from thousands of onlookers reverberating off the bleachers at University of San Diego’s Torero Stadium from the efforts of the city’s first professional rugby team: the San Diego Legion. While rugby may not be nearly as ubiquitous as any of the major sports in the United States, SD Legion have been
Native Knowledge • If you decide to drive to the stadium, there’s free parking at the Mission Parking Structure.
Rugby Royalty • Head coach Rob Hoadley’s career started in 1999 for the London Irish, where his team won the Powergen Cup in 2002.
According to head coach Rob Hoadley, one of the largest turnouts came towards the beginning of the year and steadily progressed from there. “Our crowds have grown, and obviously, each week there’s more at stake,” he said. “A great game was our second home game against Utah (Warriors) where we won with literally the last player of the game. And really I think the crowd got us over the line, they were unbelievable—it’s the loudest I heard this place for rugby. So that got people a lot more excited about it. So when we played last week, it was a critical week against Austin, and it was the largest crowd we had.” That game resulted in a 31-17 win for Legion, before capping off their regular season with a convincing 23-5 victory over the previously undefeated Glendale Raptors, thereby cementing their first season with an impressive record of 5-3, and clinching a playoff berth. This was certainly no small feat for an expansion team. Indeed, those clubs typically take time to grow across many sports. In football, when the Houston Texans began their first season, they stumbled to a 4-12 record, missing the playoffs by a wide margin. In the National Basketball Association, the Vancouver Grizzlies flouted their debut year—going 15-67. And in baseball, who could forget the New York Mets’ horrendous 40120 season—the worst in MLB modern history.
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Fortunately, that is not the case with this team, which is in large part thanks to its teacher.
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Hoadley boasts an eclectic rugby background— ranging from a four-year tenure as a player for the London Wasps (and winning multiple titles from ‘05 to ‘08) to coaching both defense and offense for teams in the US and Japan. He
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eventually came to the US in 2016, assuming the role of a backs coach for the US national team. Much of Legion’s success can also be attributed to their performance at home. Torero Stadium is no slouch of a venue—it’s an expansive, comfortable space, housing the university’s football, along with men’s and women’s soccer teams. Ryan Matyas, center and wing, says the team’s undefeated record at home has a lot do with the charisma and brother-like mentality between his teammates both on and off the field. “We’ve had a really good showing here at home, a really good fan base. We’ve had two close games— Houston and Utah—it came down to the last couple minutes of the game, and it was going to be ‘do or die’ and we were able to pull out a win, [and] show our resilience as a squad and... show the heart of this team,” said Matyas. “And I think that’s what really defines us; the band of brothers we have on this squad, the respect that we have for each other not only as teammates but individuals off the field.” That shared sense of camaraderie—an undying loyalty to your teammates—is a crucial axiom to take into next season from their victory in the season finale, according to back row Drew Gaffney. “We really had that connection before the game, where we’re playing for one another. The guy to your left, the guy to your right— they’re your friends,” said Gaffney. “You’re putting your body out there for them, and they’re doing the same for you.” The San Diego Legion will look to take their momentum and a full crew into next season, beginning January 2019, with a pre-season start date of November 2018.
The team’s undefeated record at home has a lot do with the charisma and brother-like mentality between his teammates both on and off the field.
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Fine Tuned JOSH JOSÉ WILLIFORD IS HITTING ALL THE RIGHT NOTES WITH HIS MUSIC AGENCY, ACOUSTIC SPOT TALENT
GO AZTECS! • Josh is from Goleta, CA, but attended college at San Diego State University. A FAMILY AFFAIR • Josh’s wife also works at Acoustic Spot Talent!
ALL GENRES, ALL DAY • Josh claims that all music is his favorite kind of music. He will admit that Latin music and punk rock have a special place in his heart, but his favorite song of all time is "Bottom of The Barrel" by Amos Lee.
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With musical beginnings traced back to a middle school talent show performance of “Twist and Shout,” Josh José Williford has always had music in his genes. Needless to say, it was only a matter of time before he dove headfirst into the music industry and founded Acoustic Spot Talent, a local live music agency that specializes in placing musicians at corporate events, as well as managing live music programs at upscale hotels, restaurants and resorts. Williford began his career working in medical sales, then quit a six-figure position and took a part-time job bussing tables at Burlap in Del Mar so he could start Acoustic Spot (they would later become one of his largest clients). He booked his first musician at Encinitas hotspot Union, attending every weekly concert for months. From the beginning, he was committed to forming and sustaining personal relationships with both artists and venues. As word began to spread, he slowly started to book gigs at L'Auberge and Duck Dive. Fast-forward seven years and Acoustic Spot Talent now manages over 70 gigs per week—and thousands of artist submissions! Williford now serves as the A&R Director of Solana Beach’s Acoustic Spot Talent, scouting and vetting new artists and venues, as well as managing existing spots and musicians. They have
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now hired an agent, David Heffernan, who manages the weekly placements at the local venues. While Williford is still involved with that process, his main focus these days is on high-budget private and corporate events and expanding their business model into other markets. But Williford is committed to going beyond just a typical artist and agent relationship by dedicating himself to getting to know his venue partners and musicians as people. The three key traits he looks for? Attention to detail, courtesy and charisma. "We work with great people, who happen to be amazing musicians," he explained. And it pays off. Most of his artists stick around for the long haul, working with Acoustic Spot Talent for years because of Williford’s own attention to detail, charisma and knowledge of the music industry. “Josh has been with me from beach bar gigs to Disney World and now opening for Jake Owen. Whenever I’m back in town for a few days, he always has perfect gigs to plug me back into the local community,” said Acoustic Spot Talent artist Angie Keilhauer. Williford’s footprint with Acoustic Spot Talent is all over town, including at Cannonball, Herringbone, L’Auberge Del Mar, Duke’s, Rustic Root and Pendry San Diego. We will wait with eager ears to see what’s on deck from Williford and his team.
From the beginning, Williford was committed to forming and sustaining personal relationships with both artists and venues.
ACOUSTIC SPOT TALENT Solana Beach, CA 619.800.0160 www.acousticspottalent.com
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THE CORNER DRAFTHOUSE Good Ol’ Southern Cooking Comes to San Diego
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EXPERTS Chefs Go Head to Head With Seasonal Ingredients
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MIZU Meet the Local Company Creating Sustainable Adventure Products
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GRUBBY’S POKE & FISH MARKET This New Poke Spot Aims to Rise Above the Rest
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MEALS DECONSTRUCTED JRDN’s Aguachile Roll is the Best of Japanese Fusion Food
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WAYPOINT PUBLIC We Found Your New Go-To Sandwich Order
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EXPERTS It’s a Cook-Off!
Local Chefs Show Off Their Take on Seasonal Ingredients
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THE TACO STAND Meet The Taco Stand’s Dynamic Duo: Al Pastor and Corona Extra
CLOAK AND PETAL 1953 India St San Diego 92101 619.501.5505 www.cloakandpetal.com PHOTO BY: Josie Gonzales
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Southern Comfort SOUTHERN HOSPITALITY WELCOMES SAN DIEGANS WRITTEN BY: NADYA MIGALKO PHOTOGRAPHED BY: JOSIE GONZALES Acting partners in The Corner Drafthouse, Dan Sobek and Executive Chef Ruben Zamarripa, are bringing us local Southern California flair with a no-nonsense, local cuisine. The menu is full of mouthwatering options and the beer list is on point. To sit down in this restaurant is to relax and feel right at home, see your neighbors and fill your belly with the comfort of refined home cooking. Although Dan has an extensive fine dining background, when it came to creating The Corner Drafthouse, he and his business partner David Creviston wanted to go with something they felt was missing in the neighborhood of Bankers Hill. They identified what was missing and decided to fill that void.
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Originally from Kansas City, Dan says, “I grew up in the Midwest, and I come from a huge family and everybody cooks. All the family gets together just about every weekend, all the guys are outside barbecuing, and all the women are inside making side dishes and everything else. All the family functions always centered around food.” And his curiosity for cooking thrived in that environment from an early age. He remembers starting to experiment at 5 years old, partly from interest and partly from necessity. He reminisces, “It was a lot of self-discovery, to be honest. Both my parents
THE CORNER DRAFTHOUSE 495 Laurel St San Diego, CA 92101 619.255.2631 www.thecornerdrafthouse.com
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worked and I would always joke that I learned to cook because I was hungry. And I kind of just started playing around with some things, trial and error is a great way to learn.” That playing around turned into precision and determination and led to a successful career as a chef. “So, then I went to college and studied hospitality management but then after college, after my undergrad, I decided I really wanted to get serious. I got my first job washing dishes when I was 14, and worked in restaurants through high school and college, every position, front of house and back of house,” he explained. It’s important for a restaurant owner and a chef to understand all the inner workings of a restaurant this way. It was when he attended Johnson & Wales University, in Charlotte, North Carolina, that everything became serious for him and the South a huge influence in his style. He may have put some of that aside during his time in fine dining when he was working at ultra-luxury hotels, including the Dorchester Hotel in London, The Waldorf Astoria in New York City and the Five-Diamond, Five-Star Setai Fifth Avenue Hotel in New York City, but a refined approach to simple food permeated his being and it is now here for us to enjoy.
It’s important for a restaurant owner and a chef to understand all the inner workings of a restaurant.
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Local Chefs Show Off Their Take on Seasonal Ingredients
Summer may be winding down, but San Diego’s restaurant scene is just heating up! Culinary experts throughout the county are experimenting not only with the traditional staples of a solid California lunch like avocado and fresh tomatoes, but also with more unusual fare, such as octopus. The resulting dishes are hotter than the Santa Ana winds, and that’s not just because of the chili powder and salsa in the recipes! We challenged six local chefs to demonstrate their prowess in the kitchen by designing a custom dish featuring one of the aforementioned ingredients. Needless to say, the results left a pleasant taste in our mouths.
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DRINK THIS W I T H T H AT • “The Japanese to English is a silky and delicate cocktail that I feel pairs well with the octopus’ texture and flavor profile. The spirit-forward blend of Japanese whiskey and amaro helps cut through the bit of spice that the marinade offers.” METRO, LET’S GO • “Anyone who’s dined at Cloak and Petal can tell you that it’s pure sensory overload—just like the food. There are so many different colors and textures on the walls, and there’s always something that catches your eye at any given moment. It’s designed to look like an abandoned Tokyo metro station, so you get the impression of vibrancy and intimacy.”
TAKO KIMCHI INGREDIENTS • Octopus • Cucumbers • Sesame Oil • Kimchi Sauce
CLOAK AND PETAL 1953 India St San Diego 92101 619.501.5505 www.cloakandpetal.com
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DOMINIC VALENZUELA Executive Chef of Cloak and Petal
GOOD COOKIN’, GOOD LOOKIN’ “We poach the octopus in hot water multiple times until it has reached the desired color before slow-cooking it for a nice and tender texture. Once the octopus has been chilled and sliced up, we combine it with large chunks of salted Persian cucumbers and toss them both in the spicy kimchi sauce. Scallions are served on the side.” 100 LOCALE MAGAZINE
FINDING YOUR BALANCE “In terms of texture, the highlight of the meal is the contrast between the soft, tender octopus and the crunchy cucumbers. The flavor is rather strong thanks to the ingredients in the kimchi sauce, which includes garlic, ginger and chili powder. The best way I can describe the taste is fire and ice—cold but spicy at the same time. The sesame oil balances everything out.”
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CHILIRUBBED OCTOPUS INGREDIENTS DRINK THIS W I T H T H AT
• Spanish Octopus • Pineapple Salsa • Red Onion • Cilantro • Spicy Aioli • Corn Tortilla
• “Baja Bound—fresh pineapple agua fresca (juice) from the core of the pineapple, mixed with lime juice, aquafaba and cazadores reposado. Served in a freshly-cut pineapple. The cocktail pairs perfectly with the taco because they both feature bright, fresh flavors and scream Mexican Riviera vacation. Together they create a little beach getaway for your palate.” NOSH AND SIP • “We have Downtown San Diego’s largest agave spirits selection with 175plus offerings and a menu of innovative cocktails showcasing these spirits. We also have a tequila locker program, which allows guests to store their favorite bottles until they return.”
VOLCANO RABBIT 527 5th Ave San Diego, CA 92101 619.232.8226 www.volcanorabbitsd.com
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MARCEL CHILDRESS Executive Chef of Volcano Rabbit
VA C AY F O R Y O U R M O U T H “My earliest memory of eating octopus was as a child on vacation at the beach with my parents. Still to this day, octopus reminds me of Mexican vacations. The goal of Volcano Rabbit’s octopus taco was to create a dish that takes your palate away from the day-to-day hustle and bustle and gives it an escape to a beachside vacation.”
SPICE AND DICE “Start by braising the octopus until tender—about 45 minutes to an hour—and allow it to cool down. Once the octopus is ready, we toss it in our secret chili rub and sear it on the plancha. The taco is assembled on a warm corn tortilla with red onion, spicy aioli, piña salsa and chopped cilantro. The taco is simple, bright, flavorful and delicious.” LOCALE MAGAZINE 101
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MANDARIN + AVOCADO SALAD INGREDIENTS
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• Avocado • Mache Greens • Satsuma Mandarins • Roasted Marcona Almonds • Rice Vinegar • Extra Virgin Olive Oil • Whole Grain Mustard • Shallots
• “I chose the Lavender Blossom Fizz because it is a light, refreshing cocktail that perfectly highlights the North County experience. This cocktail utilizes locallysourced produce, flowers which remind us of the Flower Fields and Venom Vodka, all native to Carlsbad. Visually, the aesthetic of this drink ties in with the fresh and colorful style of the dish.” —Steve George, Beverage Manager G E T T H AT VINAIGRETTE! • “I begin by peeling the Satsuma mandarins and juice them to prepare the vinaigrette. I combine the mandarin juice with a half teaspoon rice vinegar, a half cup of extra virgin olive oil, a half teaspoon of whole grain mustard and finely minced shallots to complete the vinaigrette.”
20|TWENTY The Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa 5480 Grand Pacific Dr Carlsbad, CA 92008 760.827.2500 www.20twentygrill.com
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EDUARDO ZAMORA Chef de Cuisine of 20|Twenty
B E S T B R O , AV O C A D O “The inspiration from this dish was my love for avocados. Avocados are the universal fruit everyone enjoys because of their health benefits and the rich taste. I selected this dish for the photoshoot because of the vibrant colors from the avocado and the mandarins. The contrast between the two ingredients emphasizes the freshness of the dish.” 102 LOCALE MAGAZINE
MANDARIN RINGS AND AV O C A D O D R E A M S “I cut the avocados and char them with the skin on until they’re plated. Then I cut more mandarins in rings and peel the skin off. Once the mandarins are peeled and the avocado grilled, I combine them with the Mache greens and sprinkle Marcona almonds to finish the dish.”
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GRILLED AVOCADO SALAD INGREDIENTS • Avocado • Red Onion • Goat Cheese • Walnut • Corn
DRINK THIS W I T H T H AT • “‘That Sounds Delicious’—its ingredients are vibrant with citrus and pineapple notes that make it a great cocktail for our long summers. The name for the drink came from one of our team gatherings where someone heard the ingredients and said, ‘That sounds delicious.’ It’s flavorful and unexpected, which makes us proud to share.” ALL FOUR SEASONS • “Seasons got its name from the olive tree that's on our veranda. The tree is a gathering place and roots us to our belief that food is best enjoyed shared among family and friends. It also plays to our food style that our menu is ever-changing, seasonal and market-driven.”
SEASONS RESTAURANT 7210 Blue Heron Pl Carlsbad, CA 92011 760.603.3700 www.fourseasons.com/northsandiego/dining
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JAMES WATERS Chef de Cuisine of Seasons Restaurant
FRESH AND LOCAL “I wanted to create a healthy dish using all the fresh ingredients we get from our local farms. With the abundant fresh avocados nearby, this salad is a light dish that can be paired or shared nicely.”
BUNCH ‘A CRUNCH “The pickled red onion coupled with the goat cheese adds a tremendous amount of flavor which is then topped with the candied crunch of the walnut and sweet flavors of the charred corn.”
CHILLIN’ AND GRILLIN’ “The avocado is the star of the dish. We grill it and it works to balance the acidity and spiciness of the chili-lime dressing.” LOCALE MAGAZINE 103
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DRINK THIS W I T H T H AT • “I always recommend sangria because the acidity of the wine matches that of the sauce. There is also a bit of zest from the hints of orange and lemon in the drink that balances out the mildness of the cheese.”
MEATBALL RICOTTA MARINARA INGREDIENTS • Marinara Sauce • Meatballs • Pizza Dough • Ricotta
N AT I V E KNOWLEDGE • Landini’s prides itself on being a pet-friendly restaurant, so guests can bring their four-legged friends to the back patio for a water bowl. It also hosts special Doggies on Deck events throughout the year, which feature treats for the pooches and raffle tickets for their humans.
LANDINI’S PIZZERIA 1827 India St San Diego, CA 92101 619.238.3502 www.landinispizzeria.com
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ROBERTO LIMA Chef and Pizzaiolo of Landini’s Pizzeria
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M A R I N A R A H E AV E N “I describe the taste as a perfect marriage between the acidity of the sauce and the sweetness of the ricotta. It looks a little like Stromboli because the meatballs and ricotta are wrapped in the pizza dough, creating lumps with dents in between, which is where we place dots of marinara sauce. You’ll find that it’s also surprisingly crunchy!”
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CARNE EN SU JUGO INGREDIENTS • Tomatillo • Beef • Bacon • Onions • Serrano • Cilantro • Lime • Beans
DRINK THIS W I T H T H AT • “The innate saltiness in the Carne en su Jugo dish is why the Tepache Highball is such a perfect pairing. The drink is acidic, mirroring the food, but sweet to complement the saltiness of the dish.” PUNCH IT UP • After rendering the bacon until it is crispy, Chef ZepedaWilkins sautés the onions with the beef in the bacon drippings. When the meat releases its juices, she adds the tomatillo salsa and seasons the dish with lime for an acidic punch. N AT I V E KNOWLEDGE • The menu at El Jardín is inspired by Chef ZepedaWilkins’ memories of growing up in San Diego and Mexico. The restaurant’s décor complements her meals and her heritage by featuring art and architecture from Guadalajarabased creators.
EL JARDÍN 2885 Perry Rd San Diego, CA 92106 619.795.2322 www.eljardinrestaurantbar.com
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CLAUDETTE ZEPEDA-WILKINS Executive Chef and Partner of El Jardín
ALL ABOUT BALANCE “The ingredients as a whole are meant to provide a composite roundness—there’s acidity and saltiness and brightness together to create balance. The brisket is smoked and braised so there’s serious flavor and a texture to the meat that yields.”
SH, IT’S A SECRET “The broth has an umami base—we make ours with housemade stock and aromatics like ginger and lemongrass. My secret ingredient for the dashi is kombu.”
T O M AT O , TOMAHTO “The tomatillo, which we pick from our garden, is cured in salt so it is a nice textural component. There’s a crunch to it.” LOCALE MAGAZINE 105
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MIZU 2010 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Ste 230 Del Mar, CA 92014 866.939.6498 www.mizulife.com
Sippin’ Sustainability MIZU IS MAKING YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE ECO-FRIENDLY WRITTEN BY: KEANA MCGRATH | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED BY: MIZU
Mizu has created the perfect selection of products that fit the adventurous lifestyle and your home-life, while also benefiting the planet we love.
For those of us who love adventure, who seek out exhilarating journeys in nature, we are constantly on the lookout for products that are practical and safe to use for our planet. And when heading out for the next adventure, the last thing we want to worry about is how to keep our drinks cold, our coffee hot and our products durable. That’s where Mizu comes in.
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Created and based in San Diego, Mizu is a plasticfree company, focused on creating products that are durable and easy for on the go. Founder Jussi Oksanen, an Olympic athlete and professional snowboarder, created the idea of Mizu while working on a snowboarding film in Alaska in 2008 with his friend and filmmaker, Brad Kremer. “We got to talking about the issues of single-use plastic bottles and how there weren’t any cool reusable bottles out there that we would dig using,” Oksanen said in an interview on their blog, Mizu Life. “The light bulb just went on and we were all, ‘Let’s do this!’” They began to think of a way to reduce this waste to help clean up Mother Nature’s natural playground.
COLLAB FOR A CAUSE The company works with local and corporate businesses (most recently Sundance, Everyday California and the Shaper Festival presented by Vans) on plastic-free events and collaborative projects to spread their mission.
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Mizu uses innovative design and durable materials to create products that are fit for adventurous spirits and athletes on the run. The company’s goal is to reduce the use of singleuse plastics in a practical and sustainable way. With sleek coffee cups, utensils, water bottles, shot glasses and wine glasses, Mizu has created the perfect selection of products that fit the adventurous lifestyle and your home-life, while also benefiting the planet we love. But the company takes their eco-friendly mission beyond their own products by partnering with businesses to create plastic-free initiatives for their employees and workplaces. Mizu is a company that is for the adventurer, for the planet and an eco-friendly future. So whether you’re drinking cold water out of their water bottles, hot coffee out of their tumblers or taking shots out of their reusable shot glasses, cheers to Mizu—a company committed to making our planet a more beautiful place to play.
AIRTIGHT TEMPS Mizu’s V Series, V Wide Series and Tumblers are vacuum-sealed with a protective barrier to keep drinks hot for up to 12 hours and cold for up to 24.
COMING SOON Mizu has newly-released bottles that are specific to your next adventure, whether it be camping, climbing, paddling or cycling.
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Raw Bowl Ingredients: • Salmon • Blue Fin • Ahi • Pineapple • Wasabi • Mango • Seaweed Salad • Fried Onion • Garlic • Cucumber • White Rice • Jalapeño
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• It all starts with quality fish, and they always have a local catch available. Quality-focused, Jachura and his partners have been able to include ingredients, cooking techniques and products within his restaurant that go above and beyond what is expected. “We will not buy one grade cheaper fish, just to make three more cents on a poke bowl,” he says.
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With the recent rise of poke restaurants, one has to ask: what sets Grubby’s apart from the rest? I discovered that the difference is all in the details. Set in The Shoppes at Carlsbad, Grubby’s is a modern space, offering a variety of unique options. With a history of pushing for higher-quality ingredients, owner Justin Jachura and his best-friend-since-sixth-grade, Nhan Lam, have been making a name for themselves by going the extra mile, instead of settling for what everyone else is doing.
ECO-(FIN)LY • Sustainability and supporting local fishermen are important to Jachura and Lam, and it shows in multiple ways, beyond the food. Their serving utensils and bowls are all biodegradable, and they even have alkaline water on tap!
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The cooked bowl is made with high-grade octopus, which is soaked in eel sauce for an extra boost of flavor and then torched once it goes in the bowl, along with smoked shrimp, buttery salmon, furikake seasoning and even an optional tea egg to top off your creation.
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• Being the cofounders of Señor Grubby’s in Carlsbad Village, they created a restaurant that they’d want to hang out in themselves. They still smoke all their fish at that location.
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Stay Poke IT’S A BATTLE OF THE BOWLS AT THE NEW GRUBBY’S POKE & FISH MARKET IN CARLSBAD WRITTEN BY: NADYA MIGALKO PHOTOGRAPHED BY: ANGELA GARZON
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Cooked Bowl Ingredients: • Shrimp • Salmon • Octopus • Egg • Brown Rice • Seaweed Salad • Cucumber • Furikake • Spicy Drizzle
• At the in-house fish market, they’ll soon offer create-your-own sushi roll and poke kits, so you can recreate your favorite Grubby’s poke bowl or sushi roll at home!
GRUBBY’S POKE & FISH MARKET 2525 El Camino Real, Ste 218 Carlsbad, CA 92008 760.828.9074 www.grubbyspoke.com
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major highlight to the menu as well. Of all the available fresh fish and creative rolls, the Aguachile Roll, Executive Chef Dave Warner’s signature creation, has quickly become a standout menu item. “We wanted a nice, fresh roll. Something fresh, something cool, something familiar, something that really over-delivers,” said Warner. Comprised of shrimp, spicy tuna and a variety of produce, the roll puts a Japanese twist on the beloved Mexican dish, aguachile. “We’re so close to Mexico… aguachile is a staple dish down there—shrimp, cilantro, avocado, lime juice— very bright, bold flavors,” explained Chef Warner. While many foodies might be more familiar with ceviche, aguachile is a similar south-of-theborder delight featuring shrimp that’s marinated in lime juice, cilantro, onions and a variety of spices. The citrus works to activate the shellfish in a process called denaturation, in which the shrimp turns firm and less transparent as if it has been cooked.
Home is Where the Heart Is • Executive Chef Dave Warner worked at JRDN for eight years, took a brief hiatus to work at other establishments, and recently returned to the restaurant. “It’s great,” he said. “It’s like coming home every day.”
Slow Cooker • Chef Warner’s favorite dishes are the low and slowcooked ones—like the restaurant’s juicy carnitas plate or rich short ribs offering.
The sizable roll is plated alongside eye-catching purple flower petals and the expected mounds of ginger and wasabi—not to mention the delicate drizzle of vivid green sauce. The presentation of the Aguachile Roll is striking, but its bold and well-balanced flavors speak for itself. Inside a tightly-wrapped cylinder of fluffy rice and soft seaweed, diners will find spicy tuna accompanied by delicate pieces of cucumber and yamagobo (pickled burdock root). “Of all the rolls we offer, its flavor profile is the brightest. The presentation is great; it’s covered in sauce, there are pickled onions on there. If you dropped all our rolls on the table, your eyes might gravitate to the Aguachile first—its colors and presentation are just so vibrant.”
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After undergoing renovations for several months, the oceanfront restaurant reopened in March 2018 with a revamped interior and menu that brings a renewed sense of vitality to the popular seaside spot. The restaurant’s newest menu iteration focuses on small, shareable plates, including a bevy of tasty options like Korean-style lamb lollipops and their signature steamed mussels with chorizo, while still offering its trusty, go-to plates, like an indulgent dish of braised short ribs or perfectly-cooked scallops. All of these options are sure to wow diners’ taste buds, and pictures of the plates are bound to incite a liking frenzy on customers’ Instagram feeds, but it’s the restaurant’s new sushi bar that has truly cemented JRDN as the crown jewel of Pacific Beach dining. Upon entering JRDN, you’re welcomed by fresh sunlight, a sophisticated color palette of deep grays, rich blues and creamy whites, and a colorful, iridescent divider. Behind the divider, catch a glimpse of the restaurants’ sushi chefs, hard at work precisely chopping raw fish and delicately inserting freshlypickled vegetables into fluffy rice. The newly-installed sushi bar has become not only a focal point inside the venue but a
On top of the roll, there are the traditional components of a Mexican aguachile dish expertly repurposed to fuse with elements of Japanese cuisine. Avocado, thinly sliced pieces of lemon, pickled onions and soft morsels of shrimp that have been poached and marinated in rice wine vinegar, round out the dish. The vibrant green sauce over the roll is simple yet indulgent, featuring lime juice, cucumber, jalapeno, cilantro and a touch of aioli for added creaminess. The decadent sauce is the work of Head Sushi Chef Javier Enciso, who credits his Chicano upbringing with his skill for pairing together complementary flavors traditional of Mexico, such as spicy jalapeños, herbaceous cilantro and tart lemon. One bite of the Aguachile Roll will send your taste buds into glorious overdrive. The combination of fresh fish, notes of citrus, elements of heat and the finishing taste of pickled onion is truly divine. The roll’s complex flavor profile and opulent presentation seems more reminiscent of a sushi roll inside a highticket restaurant, but JRDN’s casual, beachy vibe, the Aguachile Roll’s reasonable price tag and the symphony of Mexican-inspired flavors anchors you back to the present moment— inside one of San Diego’s most fantastic beachfront eateries. “The Aguachile Roll is quickly becoming a customer favorite,” said Chef Warner. “Our specialty rolls are fun, innovative and kind of approachable for the crowd coming up from the beach.” As warm weather draws even more visitors to the neighborhood, JRDN is sure to have its tables full and its customers leaving satisfied. Visit JRDN, located inside Tower23 Hotel, during your next jaunt to Pacific Beach, and try the Aguachile Roll for yourself.
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TTYL, BLT THE B.L.F.G.T.A. SANDWICH WILL HAVE YOUR MOUTH WATERING WRITTEN BY: SAN DIEGO FOOD GIRL PHOTOGRAPHED BY: KAMBRIA FISCHER
B.L.F.G.T.A. Sandwich Ingredients • Bacon • Lettuce • Fried Green Tomatoes • Avocado • Roasted Garlic Aioli • Sourdough
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There’s no doubt that you’re familiar with the classic BLT sandwich, but Waypoint Public’s unique spin on the traditional will have you coming back for another. Meet the B.L.F.G.T.A. that is as much a mouthful to eat, as it is to say.
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“The [B.L.F.G.T.A] has been on our menu since we opened five years ago. It has always been a big seller,” said Sous Chef Philip Natsios. “Local ingredients plus the scratch-made emphasis we place on our food makes it a consistent choice for our very devoted customers and new ones as well." The star of this sandwich are the fried green tomatoes that are brined in-house and fried in panko to deliver a touch of sweetness and a perfectly crisp
tomato. This sandwich is loaded with locally-sourced and fresh ingredients from local small businesses and farmers markets. “The best thing about Waypoint Public, aside from the devotion the staff puts into our guests, is the emphasis on scratch ingredients. The green tomatoes have close to 20 ingredients," Natsios said. Every bite is well-balanced and full of flavor from the crunch of the toasted sourdough to the flawlessly-fried green tomatoes, crisp bacon, romaine lettuce and avocado; it’s California with a Southern flare. Bring your squad, a date or the whole family because Waypoint Public is your go-to gastropub with a location in North Park. Forks at the ready!
Tuesday’s Are for the Kids • On the first Tuesday of every month, Waypoint Public has volunteers from Traveling Stories read books with guests’ children, and on the second Tuesday, their Bear Den is transformed into a movie theater for a kids film movie night. Every Tuesday, a portion of the restaurant’s sales are donated to a local community charity!
Pull Up a Bar Stool • Waypoint’s happy hour is Monday through Friday from 4-6 p.m. They have a great selection of wine and craft beers and a brand new cocktail menu featuring the tasty “Normal Heights.” On Mondays, they offer all day happy hour!
Native Knowledge • Waypoint is all about the guest and offers vegetarian and vegan options. If you have any other modification inquiries, just ask and they’ll gladly help.
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Sweet Tooth • After a decent taco binge, try one of their local-made paletas or handmade churros for your sweet treat fix. What’s In A Name • Their slogan “Hecho a Mano” is Spanish for “handmade” and is a part of every aspect of The Taco Stand.
Taco Bout It THE TACO STAND PAIRS HAND-MADE TACOS WITH CRISP CORONAS WRITTEN BY: MAYANDRA ROBBINS PHOTOGRAPHED BY: JOSIE GONZALES
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THE TACO STAND, NORTH PARK 3000 Upas St, Ste 105 San Diego, CA 92104 619.795.8797 www.letstaco.com
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There is nothing in the world that can beat a good taco paired with an ice-cold, crisp beer, and the best place to revel in this delicious combo is at The Taco Stand. Located in La Jolla, Downtown San Diego, Encinitas and North Park, The Taco Stand has fresh, flavorful food that will have your mouth watering before your first bite. Chef and General Manager of The Taco Stand North Park, Juan Alvarez, stated, “Every Taco Stand upholds the standard of the slogan ‘Hecho a Mano’ in everything that we do.” No matter what you order, everything will be made by hand with authentic Mexican flavor. With their south-of-the-border feel and delectable tacos, this will be your new go-to place. One of the most popular pairings at The Taco Stand? The Al Pastor Taco and a nice, cold Corona Extra. The Al Pastor (which won second place at Tacotopia twice) is
a seasoned combination of sweet, tart and spicy flavor profiles. This Mexican delicacy features pork marinated in sweet and tart spices, combined with a special mix of vinegars. Then, it is placed on a rotisserie, allowing all of those flavors to meld together in perfect harmony. Finally, it is stuffed into one of their handmade tortillas with cilantro, onions, cilantro sauce and a chargrilled pineapple. The only thing that could make this taco any better is if it is paired with a Corona Extra. With its smooth and refreshing taste, the Corona Extra “has a light crispness that balances out the sweetness of the Al Pastor Taco,” Alvarez said. Top it off with a touch of lime, and the Corona Extra is an absolute must with the Al Pastor Taco. Enough said, head over to The Taco Stand—you can thank us later!
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“WE INVITE YOU TO GET TO KNOW YOUR BODY A LITTLE BIT BETTER A N D R E A L LY LEARN HOW T O L I S T E N .” —DANIELLE DUBOISE
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• Victoria’s Secret model Lily Aldridge was one of Sakara’s first clients!
Cheat Day
• “We don’t really believe in cheating. We believe you are what you do the majority of the time. Now there’s no guilt. If I want french fries and a martini I’m gonna have it.”
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• Sakara Life’s research and development process takes three to six months from the time a recipe is thought of to when it hits the rotation. It has to go through nutritional testing and delivery testing as well.
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Native Knowledge WHITNEY TINGLE
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As childhood friends, Danielle moved to New York to study medicine, and Whitney made the move after she finished college to work on Wall Street. “Whitney and I hit rock bottom right around the same time,” Danielle said. Having struggled with severe, cystic acne since she was young, Whitney tried everything from lasers and antibiotics to cutting out foods with no relief. She was hopeful that New York, a city filled with top doctors and dermatologists would provide her with what she needed to rid her of the painful acne, only to find the same answers she was given before. “She just felt like no one was helping her get to the root cause and that was really her lowest low,” Danielle said. Around that same time, Danielle, who struggled with her body image, hit her low as well. “I remember being 9 years old and trying to hide diet pills in the cart at Costco when I was shopping with my mom,” she explained. “I had been informed by those around me and 122 LOCALE MAGAZINE
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“ T H E W AY TO E AT F O R A H E A LT H Y G U T A N D MICROBIOME IS TO GET AS MANY FRESH PLANTS INTO YOUR D I E T E V E R Y S I N G L E D AY AND TO GET A VARIETY OF COLOR, WHICH MEANS A VARIETY OF N U T R I E N T S .” —DANIELLE DUBOISE
culture and magazines that I didn’t look like I should in a way that manifested over the years to come and I [started to rely] on diets. It was never really about my nutrition or my health; it was really about my waistline.” Before she was about to graduate, Danielle decided to participate in a 21-daylong retreat in Arizona that included a one-week water fast, followed by eating only raw foods for the duration. Once she returned, she was diagnosed with gut issues, pneumonia and a low immune system. “That was really my ‘ah-ha’ moment where I just realized that I was so willing to go to these extremes because of this body I thought I had to have or that I didn’t have,” she said. “I had strayed so far from this idea that food is nourishment and food is medicine.” Although she had been studying medicine, she was never required to take a nutrition class, so she switched paths and changed her focus. Doing so gave Danielle the opportunity to learn about the gut and microbiome, the bacteria in your gut that dictates everything about your health from your hormonal balance and energy levels, to how many calories you absorb from your food. “The way to eat for a healthy gut and microbiome is to get as many fresh plants into your diet every single day and to get a variety of color, which means a variety of nutrients,” Danielle explained. After learning about the importance of the microbiome, she and Whitney devised a meal plan for each other based on the science behind it, which helped form Sakara’s nine pillars of nutrition. After just two weeks, they started to see results. “It was the first time in 12 years that [Whitney’s] skin finally started to clear after trying so many things. And for me, my transition was realizing I spent a lifetime counting calories and carbs and always
worrying about what not to eat, when really the solution was I needed to focus on what I should eat.” After seeing tangible results, Whitney and Danielle shared this newfound information with their friends, who obviously wanted to get in on it. Once they had several clients, they took note of the importance of providing a ready-to-eat product, rather than offering just recipes. “We decided to try and make it a business. We had no idea what we were doing. We were really broke. We threw a dinner party and we sold tickets that raised about $700...that’s really how we got started,” Danielle recalled. Once word got out, Sakara Life took off. “If you create a product that really changes lives, it spreads like wildfire,” Danielle said. And spread it did! Organically reaching celebrities like Lily Aldridge, the company grew from the founders cooking in their kitchen in 2012 to now employing 100 people and delivering across the continental US. “We deliver fresh so nothing is frozen. Everything has to look beautiful, it has to taste really good and it has to deliver results,” she said. In fact, within just three to five days, you can expect to see your skin glowing and a reduction in bloating, and within three weeks you’ll experience a biological and sociological change that will last for weeks to come. The best part? There’s no calorie counting and no guilt—all they ask is that you put your trust into Sakara Life and you will see real results that customers across the nation have experienced. “It’s really a personal journey. For me, the empowering part of this journey is [that] food is supposed to make you feel better, not worse,” Danielle said. “We invite you to get to know your body a little bit better and really learn how to listen.”
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Made to Move THIS LOCAL ATHLEISURE BRAND WILL FIT YOUR ACTIVE LIFESTYLE, AND THAT’S NOT A STRETCH WRITTEN BY: MARISA THRASHER PHOTOGRAPHED BY: DAMIEN NOBLE ANDREWS Five years ago, Joe Kudla, a former collegiate athlete who suffered from back pain, had one of those “a-ha” moments. Upon a friend’s suggestion, he started taking yoga classes to ease his back pain. Kudla fell in love with the practice. However, he quickly realized there was a severe lack of athleisure options for men to choose from, and the idea for Vuori Clothing was born. “Men make up 30 percent of yoga practitioners so we thought it would be an easy sell since there weren’t a lot of options in men’s yoga clothes that wasn’t an ‘afterthought’ by established brands. In addition, those brands were competing on price and not quality,” stated Kudla.
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anticipated, the team needed to delve deeper into what their customers needed. “To our surprise, we had a slower start. We realized guys weren’t spending time shopping in yoga studios...or for yoga clothes, period,” he added. “We spent time thinking about it and concluded that if we were going to be successful, we needed to focus our efforts on our customer. We had to understand them better. Once we did that, the business really started to grow. We found a recipe that worked.” Vuori launched an e-commerce site a few years ago, and now they have opened the flagship store in Encinitas. His second store opened in June in Manhattan Beach, and there are plans to open a third location in California later this year. Most recently, Vuori has expanded its collection to include women’s items. “We built a brand inspired by the active, coastal lifestyle,” he said. “What keeps me going is the desire to reach more people to send a positive message about leading that healthy and active life.”
Team Player • Kudla was a lacrosse player at the University of San Diego while pursuing a degree in accounting. Model Citizen • On the night of Kudla’s graduation from USD, he boarded a flight to Italy to work as a model for designers Versace and Dolce & Gabbana. Native Knowledge • Vuori hosts in-store events including workouts, art shows, workshops, etc. Follow them on Instagram @vuoriclothing to stay in the loop and catch the next event!
VUORI CLOTHING 625 S Coast Hwy 101 Encinitas, CA 92024 760.815.3372 www.vuoriclothing.com
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Photoshoot Location: BURTON HOUSE PALM SPRINGS 495 N Burton Way Palm Springs, CA 92622 www.burtonhousepalmsprings.com Property Managed By: @HOME PALM SPRINGS 760.502.6056 www.athomepalmsprings.com WHITE SWIMSUIT PROVIDED BY: Vitamin A www.vitaminaswim.com HAT PROVIDED BY: Coolibar la akua www.laakua.com BLACK SWIMSUIT PROVIDED BY: Sauvage Swimwear www.sauvagewear.com DRINKS PROVIDED BY: Truly Spiked & Sparkling www.trulyspikedsparkling.com STRIPED UMBRELLA & PILLOWS PROVIDED BY: Serena & Lily www.serenaandlily.com
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THAT'S WHAT SHE SAID This Blogger Makes the Most Out of a Day on Catalina Island
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These Cabo Destinations Should Be Your Next Get Away
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• Taking a ferry always amps up excitement for a day or overnight trip! It’s like leaving civilization and heading out into the unknown, especially when your destination is a gorgeous island! We enjoyed some cocktails on the ferry and, quite literally, soaked in the sunshine and saltwater breeze. The ride goes by so fast when you’re admiring those amazing blue ocean views. 320 Golden Shore Long Beach, CA 90802 800.613.1212 www.catalinaexpress.com
I’M REMI ISHIZUKA (pronounced 'Ray-Me'), an LA-based fitness and wellness blogger with a passion for healthy living and self-care. I fully believe that healthy habits can create long-lasting change along with the support of a community like Instagram! Recently, my boyfriend and I had the chance to visit the beautiful Catalina Island. I went once in eighth grade and have always wanted to go back. I have fond memories of swimming with Garibaldi fish and relaxing on the sand, but never knew about the other amazing outdoor activities available. It’s the perfect little destination for someone who loves adventure and wants to stay active!
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Work it Out • I love to work out in the morning at least five to six times a week before starting my day! The endorphins make me feel powerful and strong, and set the pace for a productive day.
Island Vibes • It is so impressive to think that the Catalina Express has been transporting visitors to and from the island daily since 1981!
12:30 P.M. GOLF GARDENS MINI GOLF
• This super beautiful mini golf course is, according to those in the mini golf world, one of the hardest! Hang out here for an hour and get a round in. And don’t worry, you won’t be too far from the relaxing fun. The course is less than a block from the beach. Ian, my boyfriend, loves golf. He had a blast kicking my butt on the course! We went early in the afternoon and it was the perfect way to work up our appetites. No reservations required! 10 Island Plz Avalon, CA 90704 877.778.8322 www.visitcatalinaisland.com
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• We wasted no time and made our way to one of the most exciting activities on the island! I’m all about the adrenaline every once in a while and luckily not too afraid of heights! The Aerial Adventure is a whole course that they let you take at your own pace and own difficulty level. Definitely the best full body workout you can get on the island! You also climb and swing your way through eucalyptus trees. How amazing is that? It’s like your own personal jungle gym, except you’re suspended in the air! I would suggest going first thing in the morning when the air is cool.
I’m all about the adrenaline every once in a while and luckily not too afraid of heights!
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1:15 P.M. DESCANSO BEACH CLUB
• Did we just land on the prettiest resort in Bali? Chaise lounges, daybeds, white sand and the most beautiful view of the ocean. This place is a dream! It’s the perfect secluded beach getaway where you can sip on a cocktail like their signature Original Buffalo Milk, and choose delicious foods from their wide menu selection! We strolled in and enjoyed some Greek fries with feta cheese and tzatziki sauce, plus a huge bowl of fresh fruit with chili powder! So refreshing and definitely gave me those island vibes. 1 St Catherine Way Avalon, CA 90704 310.510.7410 www.visitcatalinaisland.com
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Interior Motive • Before life as a blogger, I was on a straight trajectory to have a career in interior design. I loved the creative side of the job but it wasn’t quite fulfilling me.
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2:30 P.M. EAST END ADVENTURE TOUR
• Everything is different on this side of the island. Remote and lush! Hop in a biofuel Hummer and climb all the way up the hills. Don’t forget to put your camera down, apply some sunscreen and soak in the amazing views at every curve. But definitely get the shot at the top! Be sure to look out for bison, eagles and even foxes! Island Tour Plaza Avalon, CA 90704 877.778.8322 www.visitcatalinaisland.com
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You get to learn all about the island’s ecosystem as well. I would probably do this daily if given the chance. Too fun!
• If you enjoyed the Aerial Adventure, try the zip lines as well! If you scream, it’s okay, no one will judge. It’s about two hours long and there are five separate lines, so be prepared! But don’t worry, your heart rate isn’t elevated for the entire two hours. You get to learn all about the island’s ecosystem as well. I would probably do this daily if given the chance. Too fun! 1 St Catherine Way Avalon, CA 90704 877.778.8322 www.visitcatalinaisland.com
5:15 P.M. CASINO TOUR
• I’ll be the first to admit I don’t know a thing about gambling. Good thing there’s not actually any gambling going on in this casino! This tour is about the history of this amazing, massive building. The world’s largest circular ballroom lives inside this casino with a 50foot ceiling! There’s also a theater, promenade and ballroom that once held up to 6,000 dancers. This tour gave us some great insight into everything from the murals to the architecture. I loved learning it all! 1 Casino Way Avalon, CA 90704 877.778.8322 www.visitcatalinaisland.com
7 P.M. BLUEWATER GRILL
• This seafood restaurant has great vibes and amazing food! Their specialties include cioppino, fish and chips, and homemade New England clam chowder. The smells alone made my mouth water. If you’re looking for a party, they offer a wide range of cocktails and even liter jugs!
Picture This • Other fun activities, if you have more time, are to tour Avalon in a golf cart through Catalina Island Golf Cart Rentals, which take about an hour, or to stroll along Via Casino—perfect for Insta snaps!
Native Knowledge • Hike to Catalina Chimes Tower. The hike is along a paved road but has some nice incline to challenge yourself a bit. An insiders tip is that the chimes still chime beginning at 8 a.m., so time your visit right to hear them!
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MEXICO, TE AMO These Cabo Destinations Should Be Your Next Getaway WRITTEN BY: JUSTINE MCGRATH, CHARLOTTE FARRELL AND JORDAN LIGONS
Close your eyes and picture paradise. White sand beaches, cerulean waves and endless time to relax and explore as you see fit. Can you imagine it? Your dream destination probably looks a lot like Cabo San Lucas. The stunning Mexican location is home to opulent resorts, none of which are more sought after than Marquis Los Cabos Resort & Spa, OMNIA Los Cabos, Hacienda Beach Club & Residences and The Resort at Pedregal. Let’s explore! LOCALE MAGAZINE 149
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MARQUIS LOS CABOS RESORT & SPA Carretera Transpeninsular 21.5km Fracc. Cabo Real, San José del Cabo Baja California Sur, Mexico 23400 877.238.9399 www.marquisloscabos.com Photography Provided By: Marquis Los Cabos Resort & Spa
TAKE A CHILL PILL Marquis Los Cabos "Marquis Los Cabos is the perfect spot for honeymooners, romantic getaways, friends' retreats and more. It’s a universal getaway—a place to reconnect with loved ones and yourself.” —PAMELA LLONIN, DIRECTOR OF SALES
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Resort & Spa Will Bring Out Your Inner Cool Kid After arriving at Marquis Los Cabos Resort & Spa, an all-adult, all-suite resort, you might never want to leave. This stunning accommodation is located near the southernmost tip of the Baja California Peninsula, just minutes away from San Jose del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas, and alongside the crashing waves of the Sea of Cortez. The luxury property features a sunrise and sunset infinity pool, original Latin American artwork and an utterly pampering, full-service spa. Seven outstanding dining locations, ranging from sit-down restaurants serving fresh ceviche to casual eateries preparing pizza poolside, are on site to make your stay as accommodating and delicious as possible. Your stay at Marquis Los Cabos Resort & Spa will be reinvigorating and indulgent, and with 24-hour room service available, how could you possibly pass up a visit to this dream destination?
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• Explore an on-site art gallery that features more than 400 pieces of work by Latin American artists. The property’s public spaces also include captivating sculptures, paintings and pottery.
• You’ll want to enjoy this view while you relax. The property’s spa features a massive fitness room and 10 stunning treatment rooms, all of which include sizable windows with ocean views.
CHILL POOLSIDE • Relax at the poolside restaurant, Dos Mares, and enjoy seven different ceviche varieties. Each dish is representative of a different region in Mexico or South America.
HOLE IN ONE • Looking to work on your game? Take advantage of Marquis’ golfing partnership with the Cabo Real Golf Club. You can also come out swinging at the on-property tennis court.
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VIVA LA MUSICA OMNIA Cabo Invites “OMNIA Los Cabos is very exciting for us, as it is one of the first day clubs for the brand. We thoughtfully designed the venue to be an oasis in the desert of Los Cabos.” —CHRIS LABARBERA, DIRECTOR OF MARKETING
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You to Shake Off Your Worries on the Dance Floor Located at Vidanta Los Cabos, OMNIA Cabo creates a world-class clubbing experience that can’t be beat. Nestled alongside the mesmerizing Sea of Cortez, the Hakkasan Group has developed a seaside club around a luxury pool, at which guests can come to see internationally-acclaimed DJs, book VIP cabanas complete with private pools and enjoy some of the most indulgent dining opportunities in Los Cabos. Those looking to celebrate a special occasion can not only receive the ultimate VIP treatment, but also opt for customized embellishments such as engraved bottles for celebratory bottle service, custom apparel and more.
DJ’S GOT US FALLIN’ IN LOVE • OMNIA Cabo is the best destination in Mexico to see world-renowned DJs. Headliners like Steve Aoki, Calvin Harris, Thomas Jack and ZEDD have brought highenergy sets to the seaside location.
ON ANOTHER LEVEL • Located at Vidanta Los Cabos, OMNIA Cabo guests are invited to experience breathtaking architecture throughout the property—including the OMNIA Skywalk and outdoor terrace, which provide the perfect backdrop for coveted Instagram pictures and swoon-worthy snaps.
WHAT THE FORK! • The Hakkasan Group is responsible for bringing two incredible restaurants to the venue—Herringbone and Casa Calavera. Herringbone offers fresh, locally-sourced ingredients and an air of elegance, whereas Casa Calavera provides a more casual, beachside feel with a mouthwatering menu full of Mexican drinks and delights.
COASTAL COCKTAILS • Swim up to SHOREbar, an open air pavilion, to sip on craft cocktails, enjoy ocean views and strike up good conversation with other guests all while sticking your feet in one of the resort’s main pools.
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SHORE THING Hacienda Beach Club & Residences is All About Soaking in That Cabo State of Mind
Hacienda Beach Club & Residences is located on the site of the former Hacienda Hotel, one of the first hotels in Cabo.
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When you consider your options for a weekend away south of the border, remember the reason why you need that vacay in the first place. The Hacienda Beach Club & Residences in Cabo San Lucas is ready to fulfill whatever purpose you need that trip to serve, be it time with the kids or an oasis after a hectic week at work. The 22-acre resort is located on prime and pristine beaches, away from the hustle and bustle but just steps away from downtown Cabo. Their expansive luxury villas will be home for a few days as you experience beachfront living, authentic Mexican cuisine at their dining spot on the water, activities that include a ‘catch and cook’ culinary adventure with famed Chef Raul Lucido and endless options to unwind at their spa and revamped gym.
JUST CHILL • Hacienda’s fullservice spa has four treatment cottages, including two spa suites for couples, a sauna, a steam room, hot and cold plunge pools and a menu of rejuvenating treatments and therapies steeped in Mexican traditions and rituals of renewal.
HOLA, BEACHES! • The resort’s fullystaffed Beach Club includes a palapa bar, plush beach furniture, a multitiered, infinityedge swimming pool, recreational equipment, a fine dining restaurant and a wine cellar.
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TOO FIT TO QUIT • A staffed fitness pavilion includes a movement studio featuring top-ofthe-line Pilates, cardio, spinning and weight-training equipment. There’s also a Kid’s Club, which offers a variety of arts and crafts, games and activities for the little ones.
• Cocina y Cantina is their signature beachfront restaurant. The menu showcases different regions and flavors of Mexico, and includes an extensive wine list with many Mexican wines as well as signature margaritas and more. They also offer tables in the sand!
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SPAMAZING The Resort at Pedregal is an Oasis Worth Exploring "Luna y Mar is unlike any other spa in the world. We incorporate local healing practices and ingredients and tailor treatments to align with the rhythms of nature, specifically the moon and sea.” —ALAN NAVARRETE, SPA DIRECTOR AT THE RESORT AT PEDREGAL
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Just know that you deserve the best spa treatment in the world; you work hard, now it’s time to treat yo’ self. The Resort at Pedregal’s Luna y Mar is an oasis that’s calling your name. Awarded the number one spa by Travel + Leisure, allow all your life woes to ripple away as you hear the soothing waterfall splash into the tranquil, salt-infused lagoon at this unforgettable resort spa. Luna y Mar, whose name means moon and sea, is inspired by the moon’s six different phases and the spa's treatments differ based on which phase the moon is currently in, down to the welcome drink you get when you arrive. From seaweed body scrubs to magic stones and sound therapy, this spa (and property) has to be added to your Cabo must-try list.
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• All aboard the 60-foot cruiser, Dos Mares, for private or group experiences to capitalize on your already great vacation. Get the grand tour of Mexico’s Baja California at sunset while whale watching with a handcrafted cocktail in hand.
• Here, they stay close to their roots. Mexican folk healing is known as “curanderismo,” which Luna y Mar honors through their spa guardian. Each spa session begins with a welcoming foot cleansing ritual that uses special herbs to purify. It’ll feel like you’re walking on air afterwards.
WILL YOU STAY THE NIGHT? • The AAA FiveDiamond and Forbes Five-Star property offers exceptional suites, villas and casitas (most with private infinity pools) that are so intimate youʼll forget anyone else is around. In addition to the spa, the resort offers four restaurants, three sparkling pools and tennis courts.
YOGIS UNITE • To truly release your mind and tap into your body and spirit, The Resort at Pedregal now offers the ultimate Luna y Mar yoga getaway, which includes two private yoga classes on the beach, one moon meditation and one 90-minute Moonstone Flow Treatment to escape from it all.
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TRACY LYNN STUDIO 7945 Dunbrook Rd, Ste A San Diego, CA 92126 858.649.1187 www.tracylynnstudio.com Photoshoot Location: SAN DIEGO, CA
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TRACY LYNN STUDIO SHOWS HOW TO BRING THE INDOORS OUT WRITTEN BY: MAYANDRA ROBBINS
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FROM HEAD TO TOE “We would recommend adding some type of roof and some type of floor covering, as those are the two most important elements for creating that sense of indoor/outdoor living.”
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Indoor/outdoor living is so popular right now because many homeowners are seeing the potential of useable space outside for activities that otherwise would only have to take place inside.” —Tracy Lynn
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The Bigger, The Better • Select homes come with kitchen islands, walkin showers and motorized window shades. Native Knowledge • Shift is LEED certified, meaning they save energy, water, resources and generate less waste for a greener and more eco-friendly building.
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Hi-Tech Sophistication • All apartments are fitted with stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, a full-size washer and dryer, and hardwood-style floors. Keyless entry, Nest thermostats and smartphonecontrolled lighting add a modern touch to your cozy home.
Home is Where The View Is SHIFT INTO MODERN LUXURY AND REACH FOR THE SKY IN EAST VILLAGE’S NEW HIGH-RISE APARTMENTS WRITTEN BY: NADINE BLANCO PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED BY: SHIFT
Imagine waking up to the expansive view of downtown, the San Diego Bay, Coronado Bridge and its crown jewel, Coronado Island. At Shift, you can make this your everyday reality. Located in the heart of East Village, Shift is home for urban professionals or anyone looking to upgrade to high-end dwellings. The high-rise’s jagged edges and striking red design have been catching eyes, but the architecture isn’t the only aspect of modern luxury the property has to offer. Living at Shift offers not only expansive views but also stylish in-home features, concierge service and unmatched, on-site perks. As if the countless amenities weren’t enough, Shift is located in a vibrant neighborhood budding with tech startups, coffee shops and breweries, and is steps away from Petco Park and Gaslamp. Ready to move in?
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When You Need To Plug In • Get work done with community-wide, ultra high-speed, one gig Wi-Fi. Shift’s co-working spaces offer individual offices and common areas complete with a printer, copier and a complimentary coffee bar. The Sky’s The Limit • Their indooroutdoor sky lounge on the 21st floor is complete with barbecues, Wi-Fi, fire pits and bar seating. Enjoy all-day sunshine splashing it up in the rooftop pool or chilling out on the sundeck.
• Residents have 24-hour access to a fully-equipped fitness and training facility that also offers classes taught by professional trainers. Their Motivation Wall has nine TVs that play extreme sports content to keep you in the zone. For Your Furry Friend • Your pup will love living at Shift! The sixth-floor dog park will be your pooch’s new neighborhood hangout where they can run around and play on a grassy expanse made especially for them. State Of The Art • The Art Walk Courtyard is a lowkey, outdoor spot to chill without having to enter the hustle and bustle of the city. Delight in the works of local artists whose masterpieces decorate the space and soothe your soul.
SHIFT 1501 Island Ave San Diego, CA 92101 833.274.9487 www.shiftapts.com
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HawaiianInspired Hideaway MAHALO TO THE CREATORS OF THIS HIDDEN POINT LOMA HOME
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Nestled high above the San Diego Bay sits a sanctuary that transports you to a secluded Hawaiian paradise without having to get on a plane. From Cabrillo’s tide pools to Humphreys by the bay, Point Loma is full of hidden treasures. But none are more exquisite than the unassuming home perched at the end of Gage Place. Step beyond the gate and escape onto almost an acre of island-inspired tranquility that you wouldn’t know was there otherwise. There’s something mystical about the way this home embraces you and soothes your soul. But this aura, of course, was all by design.
WILLIS ALLEN REAL ESTATE 1131 Wall St La Jolla, CA 92037 858.459.4033 www.willisallen.com LISTING AGENTS: Elizabeth Courtier DRE#0119840 619.813.6686 ww.architectureinsandiego.com w Megan Luce DRE#01299167 858.864.8370 www.meganandkelly.com
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The house was built from each end (meeting in the middle) in order to crane in the numerous handselected boulders.
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ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE The Frazees were grateful to every single person that helped construct their home, so they hosted everyone in the finished product and held a Hawaiian house blessing.
FORGET THE UBER There are plenty of ways to get around town these days, but why waste time driving around the bay to get into the city? Water taxis from Point Loma can take you across the bay for as little as $6.
Nicholas Frazee, of the former paint-manufacturing business, and his wife conceived 3402 Gage Place with the help of commercial architect Alan Campbell in 1988. Regular vacations to Hana, Hawaii inspired Mr. and Mrs. Frazee to build their own private slice of paradise in their home base of San Diego. They say that home is where the heart is, and in this home, compassion radiates through the walls as if the Frazees poured their own souls into its very foundation. Though the reality of it may not have been that dramatic, the Frazees certainly had a huge hand in the home’s scrupulous construction. For Campbell and his team, the 18 months spent constructing this home from the ground up was a labor of love. Organic craftsmanship is prevalent throughout the space. A handcarved Torrey pine welcomes you in the foyer and draws the eye to a hand-painted mural of a serene scene from nature. The rich scent of Spanish cedar wafts down from the exposed beam ceilings that it constitutes. The glossy, hardwood flooring is solid Koa wood sourced directly from the islands that inspired the Frazee’s dream home. Every detail of the home passed under the eyes of Mr. and Mrs. Frazee. The house was built from each end (meeting in the middle) in order to crane in the numerous handselected boulders. The stones of the dining room fireplace were thoughtfully picked, then hand-carved and stacked to perfection. Mrs. Frazee hand-selected the cascading boulders that decorate the backyard. She even personally saw to the meticulous placement of each boulder throughout the property. To know how involved the Frazees were in
building this house adds a meditative aura to what is an already zen oasis. For a property of this stature and prestige, the Frazees managed to build an estate that is grounded and not ostentatious. This is a family home with enough room for every member to have their own space. Six bedrooms are incorporated into this multilevel home, but that’s only the beginning. The very ground floor is where you’ll find a family room and a game room, complete with a bar kitchen, another bathroom and access to the backyard. There’s a room with front-yard access big enough for an in-home gym, as well as a fully-functioning sauna to accompany the black-bottom pool. The main level opens up to a formal dining room that comfortably accommodates at least 14 guests, as well as an office and a butler’s pantry. The kitchen boasts a full-size, built-in Sub Zero refrigerator and freezer faced in exotic woods, a professional-grade range and stove, and a glass-panel pantry that evokes a chic, modern feel. Also on the main level is a casual dining area and living room for more intimate gatherings or relaxing moments. The top level is a 600-square-foot, fullfloor master suite that you may never want to leave. A sitting area opens up to a private balcony that has its own staircase leading down to the backyard. The master bathroom boasts the options of a sunken tub or an indoor/outdoor shower. But the best part about the master suite is the boutique closet, which truthfully, is big enough to be another room. The layout of this home has meandering hallways that are just narrow enough to
maintain an inviting, cozy vibe throughout the entire space. Lest you forget, this is a sprawling estate that takes up almost 40,000 square feet of land. It might be almost too easy to get lost in this estate’s numerous enclaves, but you’ll never forget where you are thanks to the incredible views of the San Diego Bay. The back of this home opens up to Downtown San Diego, Coronado Island and on a particularly clear day, all the way down to Mexico. Nearly every room in the house boasts an east-facing view that will make waking up in the morning your favorite part of the day. What may be the best part of this breathtaking property? It is completely secluded. The estate is laid out similar to a baseball diamond. The house itself is arranged in a C-shape. The spacious backyard encompasses about a third of the property, enclosing the aforementioned pool, two built-in barbecues, a raised dining terrace and a grassy stretch just large enough for pets and kiddos to run around. Recently sold, this home sits in a prime central location; it’s not far from numerous yacht clubs, sightseeing, shopping and everything else that San Diego has to offer. After a busy day of exploring the city, you’ll want nothing more than to kick off your shoes, relax and watch the ongoing activity of the city and bay while tucked away in your quiet, cozy bedroom. After all, this home was built as a sacred space. And as much as you wanted to get away in the first place, you’ll soon come to realize that this is exactly where you need to be.
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