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Features 52 Cooking With Beer Tasty recipe ideas using your favorite brews.

66 Bang for Your Buck The cost of home renovation and remodeling.

JACK WOLFORD

60 Think Big, Live Small The tiny house movement is alive and well in Marin.

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Contents 40 Reading List The woman behind the Maisie Dobbs novels.

Out & About 103 Calendar A look at what to do in Marin and beyond.

42 On the Job Stand up and paddle.

112 Dine An insider’s guide to restaurants and food in the Bay Area.

44 Q&A Inventing the computer mouse.

124 Flavor Early spring salad at Cibo.

46 Made by Marin Reinventing the wristwatch.

128 On the Scene Snapshots from events in Marin and San Francisco.

48 Conversation The local CEO of UCSF Medical Center.

Destinations 87 Go/Camping It’s time to go glamping.

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In Marin 35 Currents Park art, mushroom foraging, coho comeback and much more.

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Marin Home 137 Backstory A 1908 charmer in San Rafael.

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COLUMNS 22 View From Marin 24 POV 194 Looking Back

96 Journey Building houses in Guatemala.

April is home renovation time here at Marin Magazine.

This month, we’ve got stories on the tiny house movement as well as the cost of renovation in the county. And if you need to save a few dollars, you can always get the kids involved.

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10,000 DEGREES: ONE AMAZING NIGHT GALA WHEN April 30, 5:30–11 p.m.

WHERE Marin Civic Center Exhibition Hall, San Rafael

WHEN May 21, 5:30 p.m.

WHERE Bay Area Discovery Museum, 557 McReynolds Road, Sausalito WHY YOU Fab your own fairy tale at the SHOULD Museum’s first Family Gala.

GO The Museum will transform into a futuristic wonderland, where classic fairy tales meet 21st-century technology.

Fun for the entire family, the evening will include treasure hunts, special performances, dancing, food, drinks and more. Proceeds from Family Gala support the museum’s work to provide free and reduced admission and STEM programming to more than 60,000 low-income Bay Area children annually.

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WHY YOU Join 10,000 Degrees for its SHOULD 35th-anniversary celebration, The GO Magic of Opportunity, which will benefit students in the program. The curtain rises with cocktails and conversation over Tacolicious bites, Cowgirl Creamery delectables and other tasty treats. Savor a gourmet dinner by chef Heidi Krahling of Insalata’s while hearing about the magic of opportunity as told by 10,000 Degrees students. Celebrate the generosity of Mitch and Susan Cohen as they are honored with the Pay It Forward Award. Have fun while adding to college opportunity by buying a raffle ticket for one of two instant wine cellars, purchasing a live auction item or contributing to Fund a Future. During the after-party, you will sample scrumptious desserts as you dance to the sounds of Pop Fiction.

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WOMEN’S COUNCIL OF REALTORS CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT WHEN May 16, 10:30 a.m. registration, noon start WHERE San Geronimo Golf Course, 5800 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Geronimo WHY YOU Enjoy a day out on the beautiful San Geronimo Golf Course for the second SHOULD annual Women’s Council of Realtors golf tournament. Open to all players, the GO event supports Image for Success, a local nonprofit organization that provides complimentary wardrobes to men, women and children transitioning to a life of self-reliance. Come network and play golf for a good cause.

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MARIN OPEN STUDIOS PREVIEW GALA April 30, 5–8 p.m.

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it’s time to start thinking about delicious food and drink perfect for outdoors. We kick off eatures this month by doing just that — combining tasty beverages with tasty bites. Writer Lynda Balslev shows you how to add your favorite brews to foods like pulled pork, mac and cheese, and fried chicken, and online we have all the recipes.

Next up it’s all about home renovation.

Writer Laura Hilgers traverses the county to find examples of people living big in small spaces. In Marin, the tiny house revolution has definitely begun.

We continue the living spaces theme with a story by Dawn Margolis Denberg on the expense of home remodels in Marin. Sure, they may be pricier here, but there is always a way to find smart buys or get creative to cut costs.

Up front, we’ve got pieces on art in the park, mushroom foraging, the coho comeback and more. You also won’t want to miss our conversations with a stand-up paddleboarder, a computer mouse maverick, a Navy SEAL–approved watchmaker and the CEO of UCSF Medical Center.

In the back, Destinations is jam-packed with stories on the rise of glamping, what’s happening in wine country, Hawaii spas and what all those unfamiliar street names on Oahu really mean. You can also travel along with writer Calin Van Paris on a Habitat for Humanity trip to Guatemala.

We hope you enjoy our latest issue and maybe find yourself inspired to remodel or renovate your home this spring — always worth the effort (though it may not seem that way at first). And remember, once you’re done, you can grab a cold beer and get started on one of those recipes.

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in Marin that could make the oyster farm controversy look trivial. This dispute involves cattle (as in beef and dairy) ranching. Before going further, let’s clarify, pardon the pun, what’s at stake.

Contrary to what you might’ve heard, this controversy does not involve all of West Marin: it’s an environmental lawsuit focusing on ranching on 18,000 acres within the federally owned Point Reyes National Seashore (PRNS).

Also, this lawsuit is not aimed at stopping ranching on Point Reyes National Seashore. It’s about requiring, before ranching operations continue under 20-year leases, that the National Park Service, the organization that manages PRNS, determine what are the environmental impacts of nearly 6,000 cattle grazing on those 18,000 acres of grassland, and that it update the seashore’s 36-year-old management plan.

All told, Point Reyes National Seashore is 71,000 acres of the westernmost reaches of Marin County. To visit it, head west on Sir Francis Drake Boulevard for 30 miles; you can’t miss it. It was created in 1962 when President John F. Kennedy signed the Point Reyes Act to “save and preserve, for the purposes of public recreation, a portion of the diminishing seashore of the United States that remains undeveloped.”

At the time, there were 24 ranches on the land. By 1970, the owners had been paid $50 million for their properties and allowed to remain there for 25 years, or until the last living owner, or spouse, had passed away. That limitation has been passed. Now those 24 ranches are operating on informal, year-to-year agreements.

The lawsuit — filed in federal court in February by the Center for Biological Diversity, a national group based in Oakland; the Western Watersheds Project, headquartered in Idaho; and the Resource Renewal Institute (RRI), here in Mill Valley — contends this casual relationship between the National Park Service and the 24 ranches must now be publicly evaluated. The three groups have filed similar

The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the policy or position of Marin Magazine and its staff.

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suits nationwide. Interestingly, RRI’s founder and president is Huey Johnson, a principled 84-year-old who led the charge in the 1970s to acquire a portion of PRNS as well as to save Marin Headlands from becoming Marincello, a planned community of 30,000 residents.

The plaintiffs maintain the Point Reyes Act of 1962 did not establish ranching as a purpose of the seashore, nor did it mandate that ranching be continued indefinitely. Moreover, the relationship between the park service and the ranchers has never been subject to a public review, nor has a comprehensive environmental analysis ever been conducted. In their lawsuit, the plaintiffs maintain, among other charges, that the ranchers are overgrazing the land, allowing cattle to pollute nearby streams and Tomales Bay and prohibiting hikers from crossing their lands, a restriction not allowed in the Point Reyes Act of 1962.

Regardless, the park service is now considering entering into 20-year leases with the ranchers. The aforementioned environmentalist groups maintain this is wrong; hence, their lawsuit.

Surprisingly, environmental watchdogs such as the Marin Sierra Club, Save Our Seashore and the Marin Conservation League take umbrage at the lawsuit. Asked why, recently named MCL president Kate Powers says, “The currently in force Comprehensive Ranch Management Plan demonstrates that ranching on the seashore can be sustainable and complement the PRNS’s other values. It is my understanding that the environmentalists’ lawsuit would stop this process and we don’t want that to happen. Ranching is a vital part of the West Marin community.”

To date, most local media appear to side with MCL’s position that the existence of ranching in West Marin should be allowed to continue without the federal courts intervening. In an effort to avoid unneeded controversy, it is important that both sides of this issue be clarified and presented. Without clarification, it will be difficult, if not impossible, to properly assess this looming controversy. That’s my point of view. What’s yours?

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Jim Wood’s “Conversation” (March 2016) with Mark Cavagnero was described as “What you need to know about the Seminary project.” A more accurate title would have been “What Fasken Oil and Ranch Ltd. — the Texas oil-andgas enterprise that now owns the Seminary — wants you to think about its project.” It is simply a platform for Cavagnero to present a one-sided argument in favor of his immensely wealthy client’s financial interests. The most serious claims should be corrected. Cavagnero claims that the county has said that the developer’s application “appears complete.” That is false; the county has in fact decided the exact opposite: on January 15 the county told the applicant that the planning division and other agencies “have examined your application and determined that it is incomplete.” One of the reasons for the county’s decision was that “the proposed project is a substantial departure from the uses identified for the property in the Strawberry Community Plan.” The county told the applicant to apply for an amendment to the community plan. It has refused to do so, instead filing an appeal challenging that requirement. So much for Fasken Oil and Ranch’s concern for the Strawberry community. RAY MCDEVITT, MILL VALLEY

Mark Cavagnero presented North Coast’s design for Strawberry and the Branson School project to the Strawberry Design Review Board on December 7. Speaking in opposition to the proposal were representatives of every Strawberry homeowners’ association and dozens of neighbors, including more than a few Branson alumni.

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seemingly scores of signs that have popped up all along Seminary and East Strawberry drives and on virtually all of the other streets on the Strawberry Peninsula. STEVE DISENHOF, PAST PRESIDENT, STRAWBERRY POINT HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION

I am writing to ask why you would choose to write a four-page article on a man, Mark Cavagnero, glamorizing him and his architectural plan for the Seminary, which will negatively change Strawberry, as we know it, forever? He is a person who says one thing to appease his listeners and, in reality, does just the opposite. I live on Reed Boulevard, which is the alternate route into the Seminary and a shortcut. The idea of 1,000 students, carpooling or not, and busy moms, who are always late, racing up and down this street when I am trying to back out of my driveway or walking with my 3-yearold grandson, where there are no sidewalks, is beyond my comprehension. MEME HURD, MILL VALLEY

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About your recent Currents (“Consignment Quest,” February) piece: the wealthy in Marin may donate or consign their gently worn Hermès, Valentino, Fendi, Prada, etc., but likely are not frequent purchasers at these higher-end “boutique” shops. How about an article listing other local consignment shops where the not-as-wealthy might consign and/ or purchase more affordable known name brands? KATHY TICHENOR, MILL VALLEY, VIA ONLINE Are there any consignment boutiques that don’t cater to the wealthy in Marin? We live here too, you know. LAUREL WEBSTER, VIA ONLINE Tiburon Thrift Store near the Main Street parking lot has wonderful bargains. Owned by four local churches and the Belvedere-Tiburon Landmarks Society, it is over 90 years old and a real treasure. Also check out Hodgepodge in San Rafael and Novato, which benefits Hospice by the Bay. Very reasonable. THERESE HENNESSY, VIA ONLINE LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Your comments may be edited for clarity and brevity. Send letters to Marin Magazine, One Harbor Drive, Suite 208, Sausalito, CA 94965, or email us at letters@marinmagazine.com. Please include the town where you live and a daytime phone number.

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TPartea has moved to bigger quarters in Northgate mall’s food court, purveying a variety of boba teas, as well as bánh mì sandwiches, facebook.com/tpartea bobadrinks. Sister restaurant to San Rafael’s Flatiron, 1 State Room Brewery has taken over the old Broken Drum space on Fourth Street and serves beers on tap, wine, cocktails and food featuring local farm fare; stateroombrewery.com.

Goldsmith Jeffrey Levin and curator Bonnie Powers opened 2 Poet and the Bench, a custom jewelry, handmade goods and art studio, in Mill Valley on Locust Street; poetandthebench.com.

After having to close its previous store location after a fire, Union Street Goldsmith has a new address on San Francisco’s Union Street; unionstreetgoldsmith.com.

3 Dolls and Dandy Nail Lounge opened in Mill Valley; dollsanddandy.com.

Melissa Ferst, Amy Darland and Kary Chendo, owners of 4 International Orange spa, launched their first Marin location at Marin Country Mart, international orange.com. 18/8 Fine Men’s Salons has partnered with local husband-andwife team Ed and Nina Lasseter in a location in downtown San Rafael; eighteeneight.com.

Mobile bike shop 5 Beeline Bikes expanded its reach to the North Bay, servicing bikes at your home or work, beelinebikes.com. Seawood Photo, a camera repair, printing, video transfer (and more) shop, has a new location on San Rafael’s Fourth Street; seawood. com. Offering mattresses, adjustable beds, linens and pillows, 6 Essential Sleep Boutique is now in San Rafael. essentialsleep boutique.com

LIVE AND WORK Sandra Bird of Sandra Bird Designs moved her showroom to Kentfield; sandrabird.com. Lifeplanning and investment managing firm Private Ocean has a new website and web series called “Conversations with Frank and Fred”; privateocean.com.

Regus offers fully furnished, ready-to-go executive suites and office spaces for rent in Sausalito; regus.com.

New in Town is an ongoing bulletin on new businesses throughout the Bay Area. To be considered for future listings, email lwalker@marinmagazine.com.

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LOCAL FIXTURES A group of artists brings contemporary art to public spaces.

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John Bucklin’s “Daffodil” (foreground) and HJ Mooij’s “Triangle” (background).

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F YOU’VE BEEN in Inverness’s downtown Plant Park recently you’re probably familiar with the steel structures that occupy it. The sculptures weren’t placed there by the city, however, but instead by a nonprofit arts organization as a part of a project called Parked Art. The organization, Art Contemporary Marin, provides the county with exhibitions, events and publicly placed art and supports artists and their work.

The featured pieces will remain in the park through October and include John Bucklin’s “Daffodil” and HJ Mooij’s “Triangle.” Art Contemporary Marin keeps a list of artists willing to lend work for presentation in publicly accessible locations and will be presenting an outdoor sculpture exhibit at the Falkirk Gallery this summer. artcontemporarymarin.com

Forage Forays

Mushroom

Season Grows near Culinary uses

CHANTERELLE Cantharellus cibarius

CANDY CAP Lactarius camphoratus

BLACK TRUMPET Craterellus cornucopioides

HEDGEHOG Hydnum repandum

MOREL Morchella esculenta

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Sauté in butter with garlic and thyme.

Can be dried and made into a flour or used to flavor ice cream.

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Sauté in butter; goes well with pancetta.

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Sure, the rains have been alleviating the drought and giving our cars a free wash, but they’ve also been helping mushrooms grow throughout the county.

Interested in foraging? We talked with fungi expert Kevin Sadlier about where to find some species in Marin, as well as the best times to go out and what to do with your finds. Just remember: many mushrooms are poisonous. Before consuming anything foraged, consult an expert or bring your haul to the Mill Valley Public Library on the second Wednesday of the month, when the Mycological Society of Marin meets. millvalleylibrary.org K.P.

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Perusing headlines, one might surmise there’s been a backlash against the focus on STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education recently. Of course, science and math shouldn’t be avoided, but an arts

BY THE education also NUMBERS offers a range of benefits, including helping students develop cultural awareness, refine fine motor skills, improve decision making and more. One of the organizations in Marin that champions the value of an arts education is Youth in Arts, and it’s celebrating a milestone, its 45th anniversary, with a gala fundraiser.

“Travel the World with Youth in Arts” will be held on Friday, April 1, at the Marin Center, and if the Fund-A-Need goal is met the money will go toward programs for kindergarten students in five additional schools in the county. Here are some more details about Youth in Arts. youthinarts.org K.P.

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Media Mavericks Keeping up with the current technological demands we face at work and beyond can be daunting.

Fortunately, the Community Media Center of Marin (CMCM) is here to lend a hand. The nonprofit organization, led by Jill Lessard, an award-winning network television publicist, provides Marin residents with access to communication technologies, media training and the latest digital tools to create original content for cable TV, online media and personal use. Marin TV, viewable online and reaching more than 70,000 Marin households, is also operated by CMCM. Interested in bolstering your skills? Here are some of the workshops. Prices reflect member rates. cmcm.tv K.P.

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COHO COMEBACK This year’s heavy rainfall has been good for more than the county’s reservoirs. For the first time in almost a decade, coho salmon’s numbers are climbing. In the watershed, 269 nests have been spotted so far, beating out last year’s mere 131. This almost 200 percent increase can be attributed to rain that stimulates salmon’s 33-mile migration inland. “Plentiful rains have allowed coho to spawn throughout the system, and in fact two-thirds of the spawning this season has occurred in tributary streams,” says Eric Ettlinger, an aquatic ecologist at the Marin Municipal Water District. “Folks in the San Geronimo Valley haven’t seen this many salmon since the run of 2006.” The prospect of the endangered species comeback is exciting to local salmon enthusiasts; however, it will take years, with double the already high numbers seen now, for the fish to make a full recovery. EMILY HAWKINS

PETER RODGERS (KIDS); GLEN GRAVES (TV); JOSEPH SCHELL (SALMON)

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Local Lit

The words “print is dead” have been tossed around for years, but the numbers are telling a different story. According to the L.A. Times, 571 million print books were sold in 2015, 17 million more than in 2014. Here in Marin, 2015 marked the launch of a new literary magazine, bringing the county’s tally to four, and with topics like local tide schedules and cover art by notable artists, they’re as varied as the county itself. K.P. Inverness Almanac The newest addition to the Marin literary magazine family, the Inverness Almanac just hit newsstands with its second issue. A handful of locals in their 20s and 30s started this semiannual print publication to celebrate everything that makes West Marin so special. invernessalmanac.com

New American Writing This Mill Valley–based magazine, founded in 1986, focuses on contemporary American poetry. Edited

by San Francisco State University professors and poets Paul Hoover and Maxine Chernoff, it’s published annually and has featured cover art by the likes of Alex Katz and Robert Mapplethorpe. newamericanwriting.com

The Mill Valley Literary Review A triannual webzine, Mill Valley Lit started in 2012 and includes online short stories, poetry, literary news, and information on local events and resources for those looking to take part in the creative community. millvalleylit.com

West Marin Review Published by Point Reyes Books, the West Marin Review is an award-winning literary and arts journal. Past issues include work

by Peter Coyote as well as poetry

by West Marin schoolchildren, but the journal’s reputation attracts submissions from all over the world. westmarinreview.com

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CLEAN AND CREATE Noticing a lack of Earth Day events in the area, environmental artist Zach Pine organized a volunteer event that integrated imagination and eco consciousness to bring the community together back in 2005.

This year, the 11th annual Create-With-Nature Earth Day celebration takes place April 23 at Stinson Beach. Participants work alone or in groups to turn the beach into an evolving sculpture gallery. Event starts with beach cleanup. earthdaystinsonbeach.org K.P.

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Author Talk

Local Page Turners Journey to Munich: A Maisie Dobbs Novel by Jacqueline Winspear (San Anselmo), Harper, $26.99. In 1938, the Nazi SS agrees to release an imprisoned British industrialist — but only if a family member comes to retrieve him.

Maisie Dobbs must pass as his daughter to ensure his release. Appearing at Book Passage Corte Madera’s Mystery Writers Conference, July 28–31

We sat down with San Anselmo’s Jacqueline Winspear to discuss her new book, Journey to Munich: A Maisie Dobbs Novel.

Girls & Sex: Navigating the Complicated New Landscape by Peggy Orenstein (Berkeley), Harper, $26.99. With insights gleaned from interviews with young women, academics, sociologists and psychologists, and a compassionate, nuanced perspective, journalist Peggy Orenstein vividly describes how young women experience our current sexual culture. Appearing at Book Passage Corte Madera April 19, 7 p.m.

Spain in Our Hearts: Americans in the Spanish Civil War, 1936–1939 by Adam MM: What drew you to post–World War I as a landscape for these stories? JW: On a personal level, my paternal grandfather was severely wounded in the Battle of the Somme in 1916: he was shell-shocked and gassed. As a child I saw in him an old man who still suffered from those wounds, and indeed, he was still removing shrapnel splinters from his legs when he died at age 77. My maternal grandmother was partially blinded in an explosion at the munitions factory where she was working during the Great War, and some of the girls working alongside her were killed. I know this has been said many times by many writers, but I am really interested in how ordinary people are affected by the events of their time.

MM: There are many titles in the Maisie Dobbs series — did you start off with a wealth of ideas, or do they come one by one? JW: When I first came up with the idea for Maisie Dobbs [the first book in the series], I did not have ideas for other books.

However, as I continued to write, certain scenes were coming to me that I knew did not fit the story.

Instead of ignoring them, I simply described the scene in a couple of paragraphs, and I stuck them in a file on my computer entitled “Fragments,” which became the bare bones of quite a few more stories in the life of Maisie Dobbs. The history of the Great War, and especially the way it impacted the lives of women in Britain at that time, has always been of interest to me.

MM: What excites you most about the newest installment? What do you think will excite readers?

JW: I found Journey to Munich compelling to write on several levels, first because it was inspired by the true story of a man my late mother worked for during the Second World War. In Journey to Munich, Maisie Dobbs — a woman who gave so much in the years 1914–1918 — is in the midst of the preparations for another war. She is in a position to see it coming. CALIN VAN PARIS

Hochschild (Berkeley), Houghton Mifflin, $30. During the Spanish Civil War, nearly 3,000 Americans headed to Spain to voluntarily join the fight against Francisco Franco’s fascist regime. Infused with captivating historical detail, Adam Hochschild’s unique exploration of this brutal war depicts the diverse experiences of a dozen individuals involved in the conflict. Appearing at Book Passage Corte Madera April 26, 7 p.m.

M.F.K. Fisher’s Provence by Aileen Ah-Tye (San Francisco), Counterpoint LLC, $30. Inspired by the expressive, atmospheric language with which revered food writer M.F.K. Fisher described Provence, photojournalist Aileen Ah-Tye set out to photograph the south of France through the author’s eyes. Appearing at Book Passage Corte Madera April 10, 4 p.m.

Jungle of Stone: The True Story of Two Men, Their Extraordinary Journey, and the Discovery of the Lost Civilization of the Maya by William Carlsen (San Francisco), William Morrow & Company, $28.99. In 1839, when U.S. special ambassador to Central America John Lloyd Stephens and British draftsman Frederick Catherwood embarked on a journey through the mysterious jungles of the Yucatan, the impressive Maya ruins they found revealed the legacy of a highly sophisticated culture with a rich yet unknown history. Appearing at Book Passage Corte Madera April 28, 7 p.m.

Book picks by Book Passage Events Coordinator Aliza Goldberg

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ON THE JOB

Everyone SUP Find your balance with this stand-up paddleboard instructor. BY TIM PORTER

education teacher in Marin and Sonoma, she could have whiled away her days in her Sebastopol home with her chatty tuxedo cat, Izzie. But Thomas, 69, has reinvented herself as a part-time stand-up paddleboard guide and SUP yoga instructor at Sea Trek in Sausalito. How did you get into SUP yoga? I started practicing four years ago with [SUP instructor] Leigh Claxton. I became a certified stand-up paddleboard instructor a couple of years ago. Does your age affect how you teach? I try to be a humble person so I’m not bragArline Thomas, SUP yoga ging or boasting. What I want is to and paddleboard instructor be an inspiration for people to keep moving at this age. That’s the goal — to get this out to as many people as possible. I want to be the ambassador for senior citizens, showing them I can do this and they can too. How does SUP help older people? It’s great for your balance and it’s great for your well-being. My balance is so good now that there are times when I could have fallen and really hurt myself but I haven’t because of SUP yoga. How do you teach SUP? There are a couple of theories. Some people, like me, feel it’s better to go gradually,

to paddle around on your knees until you get the feel of the thing and then slowly get up. When you feel comfortable, get up and start paddling.

What is the other theory? Just get right up. Be on the knees and just pop up. I think the more gradual approach makes sense with older people.

What about falling in? Everyone asks that question. OK, how many do fall in? Not very many. The thing is, doing yoga on a paddleboard is just like doing yoga in a studio. If you’re looking around and comparing yourself to others, you’re going to fall in: your focus is not on your balance.

You need to be present and not worry about being on the cover of Yoga magazine. Some tips for learning to SUP? Keep your eyes on the horizon.

When you ride a bike, you don’t look down, do you? It’s the same thing on the board. Keep the paddle head under the water. Reach out, pull it to your hip and take it out. Keep your knees slightly bent. Just relax and enjoy yourself. Don’t try to think about everything. m

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Bill English Hiding in plain sight in Marin is the man responsible for the somewhat intimate relationship we have with our computers. William “Bill” English is a computer engineer and, in the early 1960s, way back before the dawn of the personal computer, he was working on a team at Stanford Research Institute. They were trying to figure out the best way to select Computer Engineer a point on a computer monitor and, after testing of a variety of devices, BEL MARIN KEYS the little box that would be dubbed “the mouse” won out. He moved on to Xerox PARC in 1971, where the mouse evolved to use a single ball instead of two wheels, and in 1989, he went to work for Sun Microsystems. Though he is retired these days, English has been enjoying life ever since the world beat a path to his door. MARC HERSHON

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What drew you to SRI? I was in the navy and stationed in a number of places, but when I got my discharge it was in Menlo Park, actually. I looked for something to do and I saw an ad from the Stanford Research Institute. I thought, “Oh, that looks interesting.” I went down and talked to SRI — it was still Stanford at the time — and I got a job there.

So what led you to make the discovery of using a mouse as a pointing device? It was quite clear that you needed a way to select things on the screen. So we looked at different ways you might do that. There were several ideas that came up, so I set up an experiment on pointing devices. The concept behind the mouse was a planimeter, a device that’s used to measure the area of the circle. It has two orthogonal wheels just like a mouse.

There’s, of course, the cordless mouse now and other advances but it’s still basically a mouse. Are you surprised that the device has had such longevity? Not at all. There’s no competition in terms of a good device for pointing on a display.

If you made a nickel for every mouse that has been sold since the day you came up with it, what would you do with the money? I don’t know.

There are so many things to do. Travel is one thing I enjoy, to different parts of the world. A good place to live and a lot of travel.

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What sorts of challenges were there? One of the issues is if I had too small a wheel, I wouldn’t get the moves far enough. I remember sitting there in front of a screen and moving an eraser back and forth, trying to figure out what sort of ratio feels right. So we built a mouse and ran some experiments with it and it was clearly a winner.

Speaking of a good place to live, how long have you and your wife, Roberta, lived in Bel Marin Keys? Quite a while. When my wife and I got married we lived in Portola Valley, which was neat. And then we moved to San Francisco. We had a wonderful house on Twin Peaks, with a wonderful view of the entire bay.

That was neat. Next, my wife opened an art gallery in Sausalito and we actually lived on a Sausalito houseboat before ending up in Bel Marin Keys.

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The Mother of All Demos, it was called. That’s the first place the mouse was shown. Doug Englebart (team leader) was using the mouse and it got a huge amount of attention. It was a great experience.

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Where did the name “mouse” come from? I imagine I did that. We had this box and a tail came out of it. Why not call it a mouse?

What sorts of things did you work on when you moved over and started working at Xerox PARC? Well, we had to bring the mouse over, design it, and build it. And the Alto computer was a big deal, of course. So we built the Alto and that was the model for personal computers. It was the first prototype, no question about it.

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What are the most attractive things about being the CEO of UCSF Medical Center? It’s very rewarding. It’s challenging. It’s intellectually stimulating. But the best part of it is working with people who are truly committed to helping others. That elevates you in a way.

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How harmful or helpful has the Internet been in terms of informing or misinforming patients — information that they then relay to their doctors? It’s made the interaction between the patients and physicians a little more complex. On the other hand, I almost always have to side in favor of the argument that people being more informed is a good thing. It’s actually, in its own way, improved accountability, so when that patient shows up with that WebMD article it does require the physician to have at least read and thought through the article and be able to discuss this with the patient.

You’ve been in the University of California system for 30 years. How does that health care system operate compared to the private sector? First is the deep intellectual challenge. When you work in a teaching hospital, it’s characterized by having a lot of really smart learners around, asking the physicians, “Why are we doing this?” or “What about this research?” or “What about that approach?”

It adds a level of intellectual rigor about how health care is delivered. It’s just a privilege to be part of something this important.

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at that level. And also there’s a high level of research that goes on, into even simple things like how to deliver primary care more efficiently or effectively and at a lower cost.

How does that level of service manifest?

There is a public service part of the mission that is very meaningful. Two years ago we completed this affiliation with Children’s Hospital Oakland. Children’s Hospital serves 70 percent Medi-Cal patients. It serves many people in the disadvantaged community and it’s been one of the most important things in my career to be associated with — to help an organization that helps kids who might not otherwise get a chance.

Is a lot of your attention focused on fundraising, where that money is coming from, things like that? I never really raised any money before. I didn’t quite know how to think about it. But there are a lot of people who, for whatever reason, whether they’ve built it or inherited it, they have means. And many of them are looking for a good place to invest their money and as much as anything it is letting people know here’s an opportunity to touch many people’s lives. Our new hospital in Mission Bay was a $1.7 billion project.

What’s the payoff for those looking to throw their financial support behind UCSF? The people who help support building Mission Bay Hospital, all they need to see is some of those kids in the Benioff hildren’s Hospital or the moms who are delivering there, or the cancer patients there, and they say, “You know what?

This is all worth it.” I always say there’s no better thing than to give to UCSF. Any big celebrities you can talk about who come to either visit the kids or give regular donations, or make other kinds of contributions? We’ve been so fortunate to have great support from many people. People like Ronnie Lott and many of the 49ers. Steph Curry has been over to visit. MC Hammer’s always been around, ready to help. It’s also many individuals in tech and, of course, the Benioffs are right at the top of that list. And then they invite their friends. Just this last year we separately had both Bill and Hillary Clinton come visit.

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How has the Affordable Care Act, or “Obamacare,” affected things at the hospital?

If you want to know what I’m asked most at cocktail parties, it’s about Obamacare: “Is it a good or is it a bad thing?” My answer is we supported it, and I still support it, but it’s a work in progress and it needs to be modified over time.

But in general the theme is trying to move away from this fee-for-service medicine — so the more you do, the more you get paid — to a population health management model where our hospital and our health system is responsible for the patients and our goal is to keep them healthy.

If people want to help out, but they don’t have a lot of money, are there other programs they can get involved in at the hospital? We have very strong volunteer programs and people can do a variety of things. Many people who have had a particular experience in the health care system come in to be an ambassador to other patients going through the same thing.

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She looks ten years younger.

She must be taxloss harvesting.

As individuals started to pay more for their own health care, they started to be a little more assertive about ‘Why am I paying for this?’ and ‘Why don’t I understand that bill?’

For example, when my wife was diagnosed with breast cancer about six years ago, it was a different experience for me. I’d been around breast cancer patients and I’ve been around the breast cancer program and so forth. But you realize how different it is dealing with it in the abstract over here, versus when it comes home. It was very helpful for her and for me to get the feedback and experience from people who had lived through it.

What sorts of things do you enjoy doing around Marin? For years I did Hit the Hill, which was a boot camp program. I’m clearly not in that kind of shape right now. But I’ve spent a lot of time up on Mount Tam, including Railroad Grade, and that is just magnificent. I have a dog, a yellow lab named Buddy — Buddy and I spend a lot of time on Ring Mountain. I just like getting out. This environment is amazing. m M A R I N APR I L 2 0 1 6 51

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BEER Now you can drink your favorite beverage and eat it too.

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F YOU LOV E beer, chances are you’re drinking it (as you should), but before you quaff that bottle, consider adding a splash to your food.

After all, wine and spirits are renowned for adding depth and oomph to your favorite recipes — so why shouldn’t it be the same for beer? “Beer works with everything,” says chef Michael Bilger, co-owner of Sessions Restaurant in the Presidio. “And there are no rules.”

With that gloves-off endorsement, along with the explosion of craft beers and home brewing, you have an inspiring recipe for creative cooking, enhanced by a range of brews touting flavor notes running the gamut from earthy, chocolate and toffee to citrus, biscuit and rose. It would be remiss to not add a fortified flavorladen glug to your dinner.

So where to begin? Ale or lager? How about those bitter IPAs? And what the heck is a lambic? With award-winning breweries at our doorstep, the possibilities for embellishing meals seem boundless and maybe a bit overwhelming at first. So we’ve asked a few local brewers and restaurants for tips and recipes using beer, with a recommended pairing. Their enthusiasm for this culinary trend is apparent. As Bilger attests, “When your belly is full and you’ve defeated your hearty (beer-enhanced) meal, you can celebrate your victory by crushing the beer can in your fist.”

You can’t do that with a wine bottle.

Think Before You Pour

Before you dump a bottle of beer into your chili-to-feed-a-crowd, taste. Beers have distinctive flavors, aroma and body, and what you pour in will impact the flavor of the dish. Beer consists of three basic components, which add flavor to food. Hops injects bitterness, malted grain lends sweetness and the fermentation process provides yeasty notes. The type of beer you choose will determine the balance of these flavors. And remember: if you wouldn’t want to drink it, then don’t cook with it.

Keep It Simple

As a starting point, choose a light pale ale that has a balance of hops and fruit. “Lighter, less hoppy beers are not too bitter and generally work with most dishes,” says Marin Brewing Company executive chef Mario Gongora. “If I want a darker beer, to go with meat, I use a porter, which is strong and smooth.” Another way to approach mixing beer and food is the same way you might approach wine: combine heavier and meaty beef, pork and game dishes with dark ales, porters and stouts. Combine lighter dishes, such as seafood, chicken and salads, with a light ale or wheat beer.

Beer Basics

• LAGERS are fermented slowly at cool temperatures, which inhibits the production of esters, the fruity aromas present in ales, and allows the hops flavor to be more present. Lagers are highly carbonated, lighter in body and crisp, which makes them an ideal alternative to seltzer in batters for deep-frying or for yeast in breads.

• ALES are fermented quickly at warmer temperatures, which produces the flowery, fruity-inducing esters. While ales are more bitter than lagers, their bitterness is balanced by malt, resulting in sweet, full-bodied brews. Try steaming sweet mussels in ale or pour ale into hearty soups or meaty stews as a substitute for stock or red wine.

• INDIA PALE ALES (IPAs) are famously bitter, characterized

by an abundance of hops. It bears mentioning that while IPAs are great for drinking and pair well with spicy foods, such as curries, they are usually too bitter for cooking.

• STOUTS AND PORTERS are made from heavily roasted barley and malt grains, yielding rich chocolate, coffee and malt flavors and aroma. These dark beers are a hearty addition to stews and sauces, where they can stand shoulder to shoulder with other assertive flavors. They work well in chilis, marinades, and barbecue sauces, and believe it or not, they are excellent additions to rich desserts that complement their chocolate, spice and sweet notes.

• LAMBICS AND SOURS are funky beers, with dry, winey and sour flavors. Unlike other beers, which are fermented with specific yeast strains, lambics are fermented with wild yeast. Fruit, such as raspberries, cherries and peaches, is often added to the fermenting process. Lambics are a refreshing addition to desserts like poached fruit, crisps and fruit sorbets. They can also be an interesting addition to beverages — beer cocktails, anyone?

• To find all the recipes mentioned in this story, visit marinmagazine.com/beer.

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BEER PAIRINGS For fresh goat cheese, pour a pale, citrusy, hoppy, carbonated beer such as the Citroen Farmhouse Ale. Pair a nutty aged cheese, such as gouda, with a strong, malty beer with caramel notes, such as Corsair Dark Strong Ale. For a washed rind cheese, such as Cowgirl Creamery Red Hawk, try a hoppy carbonated beer to cut the fat, such as The Frog That Ate the World Double IPA. For blue cheese, go big, fruity and earthy with a glass of Beleriand Barleywine.

Baeltane Brewing, Novato PLOUGHMAN’S CHEESE BOARD WITH BEER-BRINED PICKLES AND ONION-CHILE-ALE RELISH “Beer pairs exceptionally well with cheese,” says Alan Atha, founder and co-owner of Baeltane Brewery. “You can have a field day with the pairing.” With up to a dozen artisanal beers on tap in Baeltanes’s cozy taproom, there’s no better place to experiment. Specializing in small-batch Belgian, French and West Coast–style ales, Atha explains that each of his beers “tells a story and is crafted with a twist.” Baeltane’s tiny tasting room is often full of regulars enjoying the unplugged convivial atmosphere. While there isn’t a food menu, picnics are cheerily encouraged, and as always, cheese is welcome (include a variety of flavors and strengths).

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Marin Brewing Company, Larkspur POINT REYES PORTER–MARINATED FLANK STEAK SALAD Marin Brewing Company has been an anchor at Marin Country Mart, formerly Larkspur Landing, for decades, dishing out fresh Cali pub fare and pouring award-winning beers for thirsty shoppers, ferry riders and tourists. Its extensive menu includes classic beer-fortified fare, including Mt. Tam Pale Ale–Battered Fish and Chips and Pork Beer Sausage Chili. Executive chef Mario Gongora is a big fan of incorporating beer in marinades, which he uses for his Flank Steak Salad. “The beer acts as a tenderizer for the meat,” he says, as the alcohol breaks down the proteins. Darker beers are slower to burn off han lighter beers while cooking, driving more flavor into the meat, so Gongora uses Marin Brewing Company’s Point Reyes Porter for the flank steak. “It’s strong enough to stand up to the meat flavor, but smooth and not bitter.”

BEER PAIRING Assistant brewer Will Thompson recommends Marin Brewing Company’s Tripel Dipsea Belgian-Style Ale, “which has fruity, estery notes and a little spice, and pairs wells with the fresh salad and spicy meat.”

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Iron Springs Pub and Brewery, Fairfax FAIRFAX COFFEE PORTER BBQ PULLED PORK Iron Springs has been pouring handcrafted beers in Fairfax for more than 20 years. This casual beer pub, popular with families, bike riders and musicians alike, serves up fresh homemade pub fare in a relaxed and friendly environment. All beers are brewed on site, and while most are poured into a glass, traditional beer and food combinations are found on the menu. One such classic is the BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich. Head chef William Hazzard slow-cooks the pork in a sweet and tangy sauce fortified with a bottle of Iron Springs’ Fairfax Coffee Porter. The smooth brew has strong coffee notes and hints of chocolate and vanilla, which complement the sweetness and balance the acidity and spiciness of the sauce.

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BEER PAIRING Brewmaster Michael Altman recommends Iron Springs’ JC Flyer IPA, which is well hopped with fruity notes and bright carbonation that will balance and cut the rich flavorful pork.

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Sessions Restaurant, San Francisco BEER-BRINED FRIED CHICKEN WITH CHEDDAR ALE MAC AND CHEESE Longtime home brewer and chef Michael Bilger, with his Marin-residing business partner Evin Gelleri, set out to create an establishment that would “combine great cuisine with great beer in a restaurant that was different than a gastropub.” Lucky for them (and us), they scored a soaring space in the Presidio’s newly constructed Letterman Building. Not only is beer an ingredient in many of Bilger’s recipes, such as the brine for his Sunday Supper Fried Chicken and Cheddar Ale Mac and Cheese, he also incorporates brewing ingredients in his creations such as Hops Salt Fries with Dark Malt Aioli — created with the dark malt sugar — and homemade brown bread with Belgian Abbey yeast. When Bilger is not concocting his beer-kissed Californian recipes (incorporating olive oil, vegetables and wagyu beef sourced from George Lucas’ Skywalker Ranch in Marin), he makes his own small-batch brew in Sessions’ on-site brewery, where he plans to develop a community space for home brewers to make and release their own batches.

BEER PAIRING Chef Bilger recommends pairing Fort Point Park beer with his beer-can-crushing dinner. The session-style wheat beer “delivers a wonderful grapefruit and citrus aroma, with a mildly tart palate that finishes clean and dry and cuts through the richness of the mac and cheese and highlights the herbaceous notes of the chicken.”

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BEER PAIRING Chef Andraneda recommends pouring Dunkelweizen to serve with the cake. Clearly, you can’t have too much of a good thing.

Hopmonk Tavern, Novato HONEYED BANANA CAKE WITH DUNKELWEIZEN CARAMEL SAUCE Hopmonk Tavern, the brewpub institution founded by Dean Biersch, has been combining beer, food and live music since its inception in 2008. The classic beer-infused pub grub includes Kellerbier-Battered Fried Calamari, Smoked Sausages with Lagunitas Ale, and Cider Braised Salmon — but it’s the dessert we are interested in. According to chef Aaron Adraneda, head chef at Hopmonk’s Novato outpost, you can have your dessert — and a beer, too. He uses Hopmonk’s Dunkelweizen, a smooth dark wheat beer with aromas of (no surprise) chocolate, banana, caramel and clove, in a number of his desserts, such as Pumpkin Seed Brittle, ice cream and the caramel sauce he serves with his Honeyed Banana Cake.

• To find all the recipes mentioned in this story, visit marinmagazine.com/beer.

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residents love their larger homes — 6,000 square feet in Ross with a pool house, anyone? — there’s something to be said for small and sweet. Smaller homes have long had their advocates, from Henry David Thoreau, who lived in a 10-by-15-foot cabin on Walden Pond, to the folks behind the Tiny House movement, urging the adventurous to live in less than 400 square feet.

It’s unlikely that Marin will become a hotbed of Tiny Houses any time soon, for one simple reason: “Our land is too valuable,” says Rick Wells, CEO of the Marin Builders Association. It doesn’t make sense to put a tea-cup-sized home on a million-dollar lot. Plus, zoning laws and minimum square footage requirements make it impossible to build a Tiny House in many communities. For many families with children, as well as diaper bags, lacrosse sticks and endless piles of laundry, small is just not an option.

But as Marin grapples with an affordable housing crisis, smaller dwellings offer one possible solution. Already, many homeowners rent out affordable second units on their properties, ranging from “small” houses (400 to 1,000 square feet) to the truly teeny.

While living in one may seem like a hardship, consider the upsides. “A lot of people work too many hours at jobs they hate in order to have a big house and then they don’t have time to enjoy it,” says Pepper Clark, a Tiny House consultant and co-owner of Bungalow to Go in Sonoma. “With a smaller home, there’s a lot less pressure to maintain it or keep up the income to afford it.”

Who says bigger is better? Here are three Marin homeowners who’ve found that living small is awfully sweet.

V EN THOUGH M A R IN

Opposite and this image: Danielle Salone’s Bolinas home on wheels.

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HE TINY HOUSE that sits on Danielle Salone’s rural Bolinas property upends every image you’ve ever harbored of a recreational vehicle or mobile home. Gone are the generic interior, depressing aluminum siding and Grand Canyon mural across the rear. In their place is 333 square feet — including two sleeping lofts — of hip, modern style.

Like an RV, though, the house is on wheels, which is one of the reasons Salone bought it. A Bolinas resident since 1991, she’d been looking for a way to generate income — and stay home with her 12-year-old son — after the death of her husband two years ago. She wanted to build a vacation home on her quarter-acre lot to rent out on Airbnb.

After bumping up against zoning restrictions and a few resistant neighbors, though, Salone bought this house from Stephen Marshall and Ian Olson at Sonoma’s Little House on the Trailer. Because the house was on wheels, she was able to place it on her property as if it were an RV and elude many of the restrictions that apply to a second unit with a foundation. The home, with its cedar-and-corrugated-metal exterior, now sits in the corner of Salone’s lot, surrounded by a 100-year-old oak tree, potting sheds and dented surfboards.

Inside, the 13-foot ceilings and numerous windows create the feel of a much larger home. It’s an illusion furthered by the kitchen’s eight-footlong live-edge walnut countertop, which seems to span the length of the home, the culinary equivalent of an infinity pool.

Astonishingly, the house sleeps five, with a queen-size bed in the sleeping lofts at each end and a foldout love seat couch from Cost Plus in the little living room underneath. There’s a single loft ladder that can be carried between the two sleeping spaces, though that begs the question of what to do if you find yourself ladderless and in need of the bathroom in the middle of the night.

A built-in walnut table and bench serve as a dining area, just big enough for two. And above it all, a white chandelier from Ikea hangs like a piece of origami.

Salone says the house has been rented almost continually since it debuted on Airbnb last Labor Day. And the clientele hasn’t exactly been a trailer park crowd. “I’ve gotten bigwigs from Silicon Valley and actors and actresses from L.A.,” she says. “Tiny houses are so popular that everybody wants to experience it.”

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and your first thought is not “Wow, this place is tiny.” It’s, “Oh, this is so cute.” The home, which measures 330 square feet and was once a hay-baling barn, showcases Tevis’ ingenuity as an interior designer, recycler and garage sale devotee, as well as that of her tenant, Kim Rose Lundgren.

Tevis has owned the property — which includes the 1912 farmhouse where she lives, as well as the barn and a garage — since 1992, when she and her former husband bought it. They were young and broke when they purchased and needed to make the place more affordable. So he gutted the barn’s interior, installed plumbing and utilities, and created a rental property, leaving as is the barn’s exterior brown shingles and interior open-beamed ceilings.

Over the years, Tevis, a home stager, has furnished and decorated the home in her own unique style: part vintage, part shabby chic and 100 percent utilitarian. “Because the place is so small, I needed everything to be multifunctional,” she says.

The cushioned bench in front of the desk, for example, opens up for storage. The Ikea island that separates the kitchen from the living

area serves as counter space, shelving and a kitchen table, with two bar stools nestled into it. The media cabinet in the corner, which Tevis found at a garage sale, is on wheels, so Lundgren can wheel it from the living room to the bedroom.

Tevis maximized the space in other ways, too. In the bedroom, one entire wall is consumed by the closet, which holds a dresser, a place to hang clothes, and extra shelving. Over the queen-size bed — which is covered with Lundgren’s own pink and rose-themed bedding — there’s a three-by-five-foot mirror, making the room and house appear larger.

Also flanking the bed are two antique bed stands, possibly the smallest ones the French ever constructed.

After Lundgren, who moved into the place in 2014 following a divorce, moved out briefly last year, Tevis decided to rent the cottage on Airbnb.

She covered the home’s walls with French posters (all purchased at garage sales and Goodwill) and topped the kitchen cabinets with playful items like chess pieces, replicas of the Eiffel Tower and (pseudo) vintage suitcases.

When Lundgren moved back in, she liked the decor so much she kept it.

“Jessica has taught me how to live in a small space and be strategic about everything, especially storage,” Lundgren says. “I just love it.”

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a naturopathic doctor, the decision to live small was as soulful as it was practical. “I enjoy living in clean, minimalist spaces,” she says. “If I have a house where my basic needs are being met — a place to sleep, hang out and cook — that’s the whole reason to live there.”

Seddig was living in San Francisco when she started looking for a place in Marin six years ago. She had a dog at the time, loved hiking and wanted easy access to trails. But she also needed a quick commute to her office in the city. She could have afforded a larger home if she ventured farther up the freeway but fell in love with this 824-squarefoot downtown Mill Valley home the minute she saw it. “I was just in euphoria, it felt so good,” she says.

The home’s charms abound. Built in 1903 for Mill Valley’s postmaster, it’s nestled on what is believed to be the smallest lot in town (2,009 square feet) in a tree-lined neighborhood of much larger, expensive homes. With a stoneand-brown-shingled exterior, a cobblestone patio and a very old redwood that shoots through the deck, the property emanates historical Mill Valley.

OR EL SPETH SEDDIG,

Inside, however, it’s all modern Zen, courtesy of an extensive remodel by the previous owner. Once you enter the home, your eye is immediately drawn to the stunning full-size kitchen, with Carrara countertops, dramatic gray and beige tile backsplash and Bertazzoni gas range, all proof of a Marin truism: no matter how small the square footage, you can’t go too high-end with the finishes. The only nod to size is the silver Fagor refrigerator, a slender European model designed for small spaces.

The living area is equally stylish, anchored by a square metal gas fireplace that Seddig installed after moving in. It heats the entire house on most days, with her energy bills hovering around $30 a month. In the summer, she opens the home’s French doors to cool off.

Just offthe living room are two bedrooms, one used as a guest room/home office, the other holding her queen-size bed. Across the hall from her room, a marble-tiled bathroom includes a large Jacuzzi-style tub, Seddig’s favorite feature in the place. It’s where she unwinds at the end of each day, grateful to be home. “The house feels like a retreat to me,” she says. “Honestly, if I could have afforded a bigger house, I wouldn’t have wanted it.” m

Small-Style Zen

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What does it cost to remodel in Marin and what are the benefits?

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show and you quickly realize the cost of remodeling in Marin County isn’t exactly commensurate with prices in the rest of the country. In fact, a luxury kitchen can cost as much as a turnkey home in other parts of the U.S. “For projects in Marin, you’re looking at renovation costs of around $400 to $600 per square foot,” says Michael McCutcheon, owner of the Berkeley-based McCutcheon Construction. But that’s only a rough estimate, he adds.

“We’ve done jobs that cost the owner as little as $250 per square foot to as much as $2,000 per square foot. It depends on an owner’s expectations.”

While costs are admittedly steep, there’s a silver lining to living in one of the most expensive real estate markets in the nation: “Every dollar you spend on a kitchen or bath remodel returns up to $4 per square foot in resale value,” says Thomas Dreyer, president of the San Rafael–based Marin Realtors Association. There’s also value in simpler projects like creating a user-friendly entryway, updating flooring, redoing lighting, landscaping or just painting, assuming you don’t over-improve for the neighborhood. “The metrics are obviously different for a modest home in Terra Linda and a luxury estate in Belvedere,” Dreyer says.

Exact costs depend on a range of factors, including scope, finishes and just how much hand-holding you need. The all-in price for a DIY project, for example, will relieve you of considerably less cash than one that engages architects, engineers, contractors and interior designers.

Price aside, noise, mess and general interruption into your daily life during a full remodel is just too much for some homeowners. As an alternative, consider a soft remodel — one that doesn’t require construction, but can still go a long way toward making a dated house feel new. The results you can achieve simply by refreshing paint, flooring, fixtures and window treatments can be astonishing, especially if you spring for new furnishings. “It’s the reason I encourage clients to hire a stager when it comes time to sell,” Dreyer says.

To get a snapshot of what is possible, we asked three Marin County homeowners to tell us about their recent renovations.

Room to Grow

Bringing your work home can put additional stress on a family.

But if you’re an interior designer tasked with transforming a young child’s bedroom into a coming-of-age retreat, and the client happens to be your daughter, you wind up the hero.

“My daughter, Kate, came to me one day and said she didn’t want a pink room anymore,” says Linda Baron, a mother of

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two and owner of StudioBARON in Corte Madera. “This was understandable, as she was now in middle school.”

So Baron whipped out a color wheel and her basket of textiles and asked Kate for input. “The palette we chose ended up coming from a favorite fabric, which we used to create bulletin board panels in her closet and as a bolster for her bed,” Baron says. But the piece that pulled the whole design together was an early 20th-century Louis XV–style full-size bed frame snatched up at a price representing a fraction of its actual value due to structural defects. “I paid $1,800 for it and had my contractor put in new slats and reinforce the joints. Now it’s probably worth $5,000,” Baron says.

For the walls, she and her daughter settled on a spa-blue color enhanced with a hand-painted motif. “We created a wall stencil influenced by that pom-pom flower people blow on to make a wish,” Baron says. “The walls give the space a calm, floaty, ethereal feeling.” Stealing space from an adjacent bathroom, she was able to turn a 24-inch-wide closet into a roomier 53-inch-wide space. The footprint tweak also allowed for the addition of a tiny alcove makeup vanity.

Ellen Kogan and her family moved into their current San Rafael home five years ago. From the get-go, they knew the ’70s-style master bath would have to go.

“We did some minor renovations before moving in, but put off doing the bathroom because, well, life just got in the way,” Kogan says. But as her kids, now 9, 14 and 16, got older, tackling the problem bathroom seemed considerably more doable. So she hired a designer to help her work out a plan. And while she found the professional help indispensable in terms of figuring out the layout of cabinetry and fixtures, there was a disconnect between the finishes the designer was suggesting and Kogan’s intended budget. “I wanted to keep this project in the $25,000 to $30,000 range, but whenever I added it up, the finishes she was suggesting put us in the $60,000 range,” Kogan recalls.

Which left Kogan wondering if her expectations were simply unreasonable. Fortunately, fate intervened. “I bumped into a friend who has renovated several area hotels,” she says.

“He told me I could easily get a bathroom done for $20,000 and laid out a budget with realistic allowances.”

Kogan parted ways with her designer and became her own project manager. Keeping costs in check required lots of research and even calling in a few favors.

“My friend met me at a plumbing supply store, and this allowed me to use his contractor’s discount,” Kogan recalls.

And while she used top-quality fixtures, a few well-placed Ikea purchases helped offset the cost of wish-list splurges.

The dated closet, for example, was demolished and the contractor recessed in an Ikea wardrobe with high-gloss double doors. The result was a custom look, at an off-the-shelf price.

“The door to the old clothes closet would swing out and hit the door to the bedroom,” Kogan says. “This change made a real difference in terms of the flow of the room as well as in the overall look.”

TOTAL COST $26,000 $ STEAL The bath cabinets, glass quartz stone countertop and two sink bowls were purchased as a package on wayfair.com for $2,100. The counter arrived with a minor scratch, so the company offered Kogan an $800 refund in exchange for accepting the product “as is.” $$$ SPLURGE $7,000 for tile material and labor.

Shoot-for-the-Stars Kitchen TOTAL COST $8,570 $ STEAL Rather than spring for built-ins to organize her daughter’s closet, Baron spent $673 on Elfa shelving from the Container Store. Design includes short and long hanger space, roll-out drawer baskets and shelving. $$$ SPLURGE A window treatment customized at a cost of $2,000 including material and labor.

Meg Sorota and Brian Lahart of San Rafael are no strangers to remodeling. “We put on an addition that included a guest bedroom and bathroom that also functions as our home office,” Sorota says.

And after a few years of downtime, they were up to the challenge of re-envisioning the nerve center room of practically every family — the kitchen. As this is their forever home, they were willing to make a significant investment.

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To see their dream to fruition, they hired interior designer Michele Dugan of Michele Dugan Design, who’d helped them on the earlier project. “She was fantastic at synthesizing what I wanted and helping me home in on it,” Sorota says. The result was a contemporary space with all the bells and whistles, including top-of-the-line appliances, custom cabinetry, highend fixtures and a long list of modern conveniences. But “I liked that we also gave a nod to the rustic farmhouse,” Sorota adds.

Those homey touches include barn wood cladding around the skylights, open shelving, and simple oak tractor stools around the kitchen island. Also a throwback: a baking cart on casters that rolls out from under the island. “I love this feature because I’m height challenged and it allows me to prep on a surface that’s table level instead of counter level,” says Sorota.

“It’s also great for baking with the kids and allows me to store all my supplies in one place.”

Conversely, nothing says contemporary like a kitchen with a dedicated beverage center. Cold beverages get stored in one of two refrigerated drink drawers. And made-toorder drinks are available at the touch of a button. “The Top Brewer Station makes you any kind of coffee you want; it can also do fizzy water, and it steams and froths milk,” Sorota says.

TOTAL COST $250,000 $ STEAL Restoration Hardware bar stools cost just $179 each and blend seamlessly with the room’s many custom finishes. $$$ SPLURGE The Top Brewer Station was $15,000, including plumbing installation and cabinetry.

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Home Renovation Guide Plan your next project with the experts on the following pages.

BUILDERS & CONSTRUCTION Artistic Lighting & Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Black’s Farmwood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Ceramic Tile Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Corbets Ace Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Creative Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Golden State Lumber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Kasten Builders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Lamperti Contracting & Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 McCutcheon Construction Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 North Coast Tile and Stone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Roto-Rooter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Solarcraft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 DESIGN & INTERIORS Audio Video Integration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Bauer Interior Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 California Closets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 City Carpets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Ethan Allen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Pine Street Natural Interiors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Port & Manor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Room & Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Sandra Bird Designs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Sarah Evers Hoffman Interior Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 HOME FINANCING HomeStreet Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS Bradanini & Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Pedersen Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Shepard Design Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Black’s Farmwood RECLAIMED WOOD BEAMS, FLOORING & SIDING Black’s Farmwood is a leading provider of the finest available reclaimed wide plank wood flooring, rustic paneling, weathered barn siding, antique wood beams and more.

Perfect for your one-of-a-kind remodel, new construction, green building project or historic restoration.

By appointment only • San Rafael, CA 415.454.8312 • blacksfarmwood.com

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Room & Board MODERN, AMERICAN-MADE HOME FURNISHINGS

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ince 1980, Room & Board’s focus has been the simple idea that good design should be beautiful, affordable and long-lasting. Dedicated to sustainability, more than 90 percent of our collection is made from natural materials by American artisans.

Whether furnishing a home or commercial setting, our Design Associates have firsthand product knowledge and the experience to help customers create a space they love.

As shown above, Julian Dining table, $1,799 Handcrafted by expert American craftsmen in Wisconsin, our Julian dining table adds modern elegance with its sculptural design and mix of natural materials. An oval shape and pedestal base allows for maximized seating, while smooth edges encourage guests to cozy up and linger longer.

685 Seventh Street San Francisco, CA 415.252.9280 roomandboard.com

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well organized room with good flow, combined with beautiful elements and comfort is integral in each and every one of Sandra Bird’s Designs.

No two clients or homes are alike. This is especially evident in bath and laundry. Pictured at the right is a laundry/spa with a fresh new design that is both functional and beautiful as well as an excellent use of space. Photographed by David Duncan Livingston.

For the laundry, a folding counter, washer/dryer, storage for laundry products - all sit gracefully under a staircase.

The lavi is mounted against a stone wall that hides the concrete foundation and is capped with a Pentalquartz stone ledge. The spa shower and wall-hung commode are concealed behind beautiful opaque glass doors.

To experience Sandra Bird’s portfolio of practical yet beautiful designs . . . please visit Sandra Bird Designs at www.sandrabird.com or follow them on Facebook and HOUZZ.

415.927.1171 • sandrabird.com • Kentfield, CA

Bradanini & Associates LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE Bradanini & Associates have been creating sophisticated residential designs for over thirty years. A commitment to design excellence has resulted in a high standard for creative problem solving. California’s tradition of gracious outdoor living is experienced through a combination of space, color, fragrance and sound which capture the individuality of each project, resulting in gardens of simple elegance and enduring beauty.

90 Throckmorton Ave, Suite 16 • Mill Valley, CA 415.383.9780 • bradanini.com

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Port & Manor

n unwavering commitment to quality is a value that has been shared and passed down through three generations of the Bramble home furnishings business.

Since our father founded the factory almost 25 years ago, our family has come to encompass all logistics of production from the moment we receive a piece of wood to the moment you purchase a piece of furniture at one of our stores.

FURNITURE AND ACCESSORIES

Our expertise in production allows us to attentively oversee and ensure the quality and sustainability of all our goods. Including the ability to offer you any of our pieces in over 100 different color and finishing options, all done by hand!

1654 Second Street San Rafael, CA 415.526.3649 portandmanor.com

The latest expansion of the business comes in the form of our Port & Manor retail stores, where we offer beautiful furniture at affordable prices. We will soon be celebrating the one year anniversary of our San Rafael store and would like to thank all of our customers for the sensational response we have received. We look forward to bringing happiness to your home for years to come!

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n business for 47 years, Artistic Lighting & Electric is one of the Bay Area’s most experienced full-service lighting and electrical contracting firms. Among the firm’s clients who have entrusted Artistic Lighting with the design and installation of comprehensive lighting and electrical systems for their luxury residences are some of the most discriminating and well-known arts and entertainment personalities, high-tech CEOs and sports figures in the Bay Area.

Today’s complex and creative lighting systems require sophisticated controls that optimize ease-of-use and reliability. Artistic Lighting & Electric’s skilled, professional team has in-depth understanding of current lighting control technology and its implementation, supporting all of the major lighting controls manufacturers: including Lutron and Vantage. The firm is a full service Electrical Contracting business providing for all your electrical needs.

Artistic Lighting & Electric is a Diamond Certified Company.

Electrical Contracting • Controls • Design / Build Maintenance and Service 285 Bel Marin Keys Blvd., Suite G • Novato, CA 415.382.9500 • artisticlightingcorp.com

Chet Stromberg SOLARCRAFT SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEMS Born and raised in Mill Valley, it has been my life’s passion to bring solar power to Marin. With over 500 projects installed, my clients are excited to reduce their electric bills while remaining true to Marin’s vision of sustainable development.

I am dedicated to fostering a responsible environmental ethic while providing an attractive investment opportunity.

Kindly call me for a consultation.

SolarCraft – 100% Employee Owned – Est. 1984 cstromberg@solarcraft.com • 415.310.5436 • solarcraft.com

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Audio Video Integration WHERE TECHNOLOGY MEETS DESIGN… 647 Francisco Blvd. East San Rafael, CA 415.526.0070 avimarin.com

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udio Video Integration is a family owned business, serving the North Bay since 1985.

We provide our clients with custom design solutions that include home automation, outdoor entertainment, lighting and shade control, high fidelity audio, home theater and media systems - all can be easily controlled from an iPad or mobile device!

Visit our 9,000 square foot showroom in San Rafael and experience our new Dolby Atmos room featuring Paradigm speakers powered by Anthem. We carry the finest brands, along with a wide spectrum of affordable home entertainment solutions for everyone. Our extensive product line of speakers & displays are ideal because they can be completely hidden or designed to match any home’s décor while still maintaining incredible performance, quality, and value.

Tony Probst, Founder, has been living and breathing audio/video since his childhood and actively involved in the industry for over 30 years. His contributions have been instrumental in raising the bar for this kind of technology in Northern California. Examples include the installation and calibration of systems for David Dolby, Skywalker Ranch, and Channel 2 KTVU. Let our professional design team integrate innovative ideas and elegant solutions to meet your personal lifestyle.

Photo features a 75” UHD 4K TV with Paradigm in-wall speakers. For over 30 years, Paradigm has set the standard for innovation and technology in loudspeaker design and manufacture.

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MARIN’S BEST DESIGN AND CABINET RESOURCE

amperti Contracting & Design supplies fine cabinetry and provides complete design/build services, specializing in kitchens and baths. As a factory authorized dealer for Bentwood, Columbia and WoodMode cabinetry, we offer fine cabinetry for every taste and budget.

Our team of designers are experts in making the best use of your space and designing beautiful and functional environments. In addition to providing design/build services, we are also happy to work with your own building team to ensure that your cabinets are properly specified and drawn.

We understand that you face countless choices during a remodeling project, so let our designers guide you through the process and help you make those important selections.

Our designers and craftsmen take pride in our attention to detail for every phase of your project. We’d love to be part of your team.

We welcome you to stop by our showroom.

1241 Andersen Drive • San Rafael, CA 415.454.1623 • lampertikitchens.com

ETHAN ALLEN® MAKING LIFE BEAUTIFUL America’s classic design brand has been crafting icons of livable luxury since 1932. Start something beautiful at the Ethan Allen Design Center in Corte Madera, where you’ll discover handcrafted quality styles and custom options to create a home design you’ll love. They also offer complimentary design services by experts who can help as little or as much as you’d like.

325 Corte Madera Town Center • Corte Madera, CA 415.924.8507 • ethanallen.com/CorteMadera

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CALIFORNIA CLOSETS

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t California Closets, we design better lives.

From beautiful walk-in closets and entertainment centers to highly functional pantries and workspaces, we design custom storage solutions for every room in the home.

A well-designed entertainment center or an adaptable playroom for the kids creates much-needed organization in shared living spaces without sacrificing style.

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The garage is an extension of the home, and with custom storage, everything from sports equipment to tools can be neatly organized. Smartly-designed workspaces provide room for special projects, such as gardening and crafting.

12 Sir Francis Drake Blvd.

Larkspur, CA 510.763.2033

Whether there is space for a full walk-in closet or a need to create more storage with a reach-in or traditional wardrobe, a well-designed closet turns the bedroom into a sanctuary.

californiaclosets.com

Beautiful design belongs in every room. Innovative storage solutions maximize a home’s hidden potential, making exceptional organization an integrated part of daily life.

Call or visit us online today and see what California Closets can do for you.

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McCutcheon Construction HEALTHY • BEAUTIFUL • ENDURING

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ward winning McCutcheon Construction is celebrating over 35 years of fine homebuilding throughout the Bay Area. Our experienced staff collaborates with homeowners, designers and architects to develop and build each unique project, providing years of delight and satisfaction to our clients.

McCutcheon has been a leader in environmentally sensitive construction. Our Certified Green Building Professionals integrate green and healthy aspects into every phase of development and construction, from simple practices to LEED Platinum Certification. We are committed to the health and well-being of our clients, the community and the environment. Our service area encompasses Marin, San Francisco and the East Bay. Please visit our website for project photos and to learn more about our company and our commitment to our clients.

• Residential remodeling, additions and new construction • Historical renovations • Custom commercial projects

1280 Sixth Street • Berkeley, CA 415.863.8108 • License # 528791 • mcbuild.com

Pedersen Associates LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE/SUSTAINABLE DESIGN

Pedersen Associates has provided comprehensive land planning and award-winning design services for estate, residential and commercial clients since 1983. Our projects range from the Napa Valley estate, to the contemporary coastal outpost; vastly different in scope, but unified by thoughtful design and an understanding of California-living. Our team brings experience, innovative ideas and elegant solutions to every project.

24 H Street • San Rafael, CA 415.456.2070 • pedersenassociates.com

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CERAMIC TILE DESIGN IT’S THE TILE… 846 W. Francisco Blvd.

San Rafael, CA 415.485.5180 189 Thirteenth Street San Francisco, CA 415.575.3785 ceramictiledesign.net

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eramic Tile Design has been a fixture in the Bay Area for over 30 years, perhaps because there gorgeous showrooms, extensive offerings of unique tiles, and helpful design staff have kept them ahead of the game. They also distribute their products to other tile showrooms throughout California and offer a full service Commercial A&D department.

CTD works directly with more than 70 diverse factories in Italy, Spain, Mexico, China and the US. Take a look at some of their extensive offerings: There US tile collections include Pratt & Larson, Sonoma Tilemakers, McIntyre, Encore, and the historic Rookwood, to name a few.

These smaller artist inspired manufactures are what the US tile industry is all about.

CTD’s numerous glass lines include Oceanside Glasstile, Villi glass and the best in fine Italian glass mosaics such as Bisazza and Sicis. CTD has always been a proponent of large format tiles and planks and now is in the process importing the ultra large 48” X 96” X 6mm porcelain sheet products to you, reflecting natural stone, concrete and metal looks.

CTD will also bring into inventory higher end Quartz counter tops also imported from Italy.

We distribute all of the leading Green countertop products: IceStone, manufactured in the Brooklyn Navy Yards, PaperStone from Hoquiam, WA and Durat from Finland.

“Tile” is no longer just an efficient wall or floor covering, but now a featured design element in your home or space adding significant “Timeless elegance and value”.

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Lou Ann Bauer, ASID INTERIOR DESIGN-KITCHEN & BATH SPECIALIST An award winning interior designer with 30 years of experience in the Bay Area. Lou Ann creates one-of-akind interiors combining her art background and design remodeling expertise. Her use of color and combination of materials have garnished her numerous accolades such as “Innovator of the Year” award from House Beautiful magazine.

415.621.7262 • San Francisco, CA louann@bauerdesign.com • bauerdesign.com

Sarah Evers Hoffman INTERIOR DESIGN AND REMODELING For nearly twenty years I have collaborated with my clients to design beautiful, comfortable, and timeless homes that reflect their personal style. I offer creative, cost effective designs and expert product knowledge that will make your investment, whether it is home furnishings or a new bathroom, enjoyable for many years. The difference really is in the details.

SarahEversHoffman.com 415.457.8358 • Sarah@SarahEversHoffman.com

City Carpets FLOORING DESIGN CENTER At City Carpets, you’ll find much more than the largest selection of carpets and flooring materials. You’ll find a professional staff ready to share their flooring design knowledge. Since 1993, we’ve built our reputation amongst homeowners, businesses and interior designers as the leading flooring design center in Marin County. Visit our showroom and let us impress you.

555 E. Francisco Blvd • San Rafael, CA 415.454.4200 • city-carpets.com • CSL #746886

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CREATIVE ENERGY SPAS AND FIREPLACES San Rafael • 415.472.7727 San Mateo • 650.574.7600 Pleasanton • 925.551.7100 creativeenergy.com

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reative Energy has been serving Marin since 1976. We take pride in providing worldclass customer service and support while retailing high-end spas and fireplaces.

We are the Bay Area’s exclusive dealer of HotSpring® Spas, the world’s #1 selling brand. Using a combination of expertly designed jets, silent operation, high density foam, and an exclusive salt water care system, HotSpring® Spas provide our Marin customers with the comfort, efficiency, and ease of operation they desire.

There is no better drought resistant product than an efficient spa. We encourage our customers to warm up in their spa and take a quick shower. If one person reduced their shower time by 5 minutes every day they would save a minimum of 4500 gallons of water a year. Our spas average 350 gallons of water. With the salt water system water can last up to a full year, and can be used to water plants when it is time to drain it. HotSpring® Spas simply reuse water.

With input from BMW Group DesignworksUSA, the stunning new Highlife Collection NXT spas represent the future of spa design. Come visit one of our showrooms to see the latest models and get in hot water.

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Jim Corbet’s Ace Hardware CELEBRATING OVER 60 YEARS IN BUSINESS Corbet’s Hardware is a treasure in the heart of Marin.

In 1954 Jim Corbet opened his store to fill the needs of the surrounding community. After working for a lumber company, he put his business knowledge to work, and Jim Corbet’s Home Craftsman’s Store became a reality. Today his family honors his achievement, providing the best products and service possible.

800 Magnolia Ave • Larkspur, CA 415.924.7013 • corbethardware.com

Golden State Lumber BUILDING MATERIALS RETAIL STORE Since 1954, we have been providing Marin with quality building materials including lumber, plywood, windows, doors, moulding, decking, a variety of FSC Certified green products, and more. Our experienced staff can walk you through our product lines and showroom to help you find the right solution for any size home renovation project and have it delivered right to your home.

1100 Andersen Drive • San Rafael, CA 415.454.2532 • goldenstatelumber.com

Pine Street Natural Interiors HEALTHY HOME INTERIOR DESIGN PRODUCTS Since one of the largest contributors to indoor air pollution is home furnishings, all Pine Street Natural Interiors products are created without using harmful chemicals. Our standards of design are based on principles, which explore the effect of the built environment on human health. Knowledge of healthy products and our design experience ensures your home will nurture your mind, body and spirit.

323 Pine Street, Suite A • Sausalito, CA 415.331.9323 • pinestreetinteriors.com

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Kasten Builders MODERN HOME MASTER BUILDERS 415.897.4500 Est. 1972 Lic #362773

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ith a 40 year history in Marin County, Kasten Builders delivers homes that reflect the dreams, sophistication, and style of their clientele. By taking on select projects the family owned business provides hands on, personalized services to both the clients and design associates with whom they work.

A father son team, Denny and Pete Kasten cultivate relationships through service, integrity, and teamwork. Backed by talented field and office staff, Kasten Builders works collaboratively to deliver challenging projects while always ensuring the client’s goals are met.

Whether it is in the planning stages of a project or during the actual construction Kasten Builders helps realize the balance between architectural design intent and client expectations.

Contact Denny or Pete - and build tomorrow’s home, today.

kastenbuilders.com

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HomeStreet Bank THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE HOMESTREET HomeStreet Bank is a leading mortgage lender with more than 90 years of expertise and a network of home loan centers throughout California. Founded in 1921, HomeStreet Bank offers mortgage loans for residential, construction and commercial real estate financing. HomeStreet offers a broad range of purchase and refinance loan options as well as specialized portfolio lending.

1111 A Street • San Rafael, CA 415.524.1110 • homestreet.com/grainey

Shepard Design Landscape Architects UNIQUE AND CUSTOM LANDSCAPE ENVIRONMENTS Shepard Design Landscape Architecture does not design garden with a “signature look” nor a “cookie cutter” style. He does not use a single type plant family such as all grasses or all succulents but instead creates a unique garden environment, customized to his clients taste and wishes. His thoughtful designs reflect not only the style of home but also the owner’s individuality and good tastes.

AJ Shepard, Landscape Architect • Lic #2343 415.378.7817 • shepardandassociates.com

Marin Roto-Rooter PLUMBING AND DRAIN SERVICE Family owned and operated for over 59 years, Marin RotoRooter is known for our expertise and focus on customer satisfaction. Our licensed and insured plumbers deliver fast, dependable, guaranteed service 24 hours a day. Go to www. rotorooter.com for e-scheduling and a complete list of all our services. “Novato Chamber of Commerce 2013 Small Business of the Year Award“ Don Calegari and daughter Mendy Calegari

rotorooter.com · 415.898.2700

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North Coast Tile & Stone FULL SERVICE TILE AND STONE FABRICATION 3854 Santa Rosa Ave Santa Rosa, CA 707.586.2064 nctile.com

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amily owned and operated for over 30 years, they are the North Bay leader in tile installation and granite fabrication for residential remodels, new home construction and commercial jobs.

From start to finish, North Coast Tile is dedicated to working with you on accomplishing your vision.

Hundreds of granite, quartzite, marble, soapstone, limestone and onyx slabs to choose from in their acre large outdoor yard.

Inside is a beautiful boutique tile showroom offering hand selected tile lines from all over the world.

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T H E L AT E ST LO C A L T R AV E L D E A L S A N D G E TAWAYS PLU S J O U R N E YS A RO U N D T H E G LO B E

GLAMPING, CALIFORNIA STYLE Enjoying the great outdoors has never been easier or more luxe.

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A yurt at Treebones Resort overlooking the Pacific.

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clad in plaid flannel (American made), fitted Levi’s raw selvedge denim, Red Wing boots — you’ve seen them shopping at Whole Foods and Nugget Markets, and there’s a name for them: lumbersexuals. The term lumbersexual itself is a portmanteau of a portmanteau, where lumberjack meets metrosexual (an urban man meticulous about his grooming and appearance), and while fashion doesn’t always correlate with social movements, there seems to be some interplay here. In the past year, Topo Designs, Tanner Goods and Filson have all opened brick-and mortar-shops in San Francisco filled with wares like leather-bound flasks, roll-top rucksacks and water-repellent tin cloth jackets to meet the needs of discerning outdoor enthusiasts. And as long as you are dressed for it, you might as well head outdoors. The past two years have marked a rise in all kinds of camping throughout the United States, with the total numbers for completed overnight stays hitting 8.45 million in 2014, up almost 7 percent from 7.91 million in 2013, according to National Park Service data. These numbers account for four types of camping: tent, backcountry, RV and at campsites operated by concessionaires. Backcountry, aka

wilderness camping, got the biggest boost, with a nearly 10 percent jump from 2013.

But we live in a time of convenience and easy entertainment, and campsites today are catering to that. Boutique music festivals like Day in the Desert offer an intimate, limitedcapacity experience for attendees, with a variety of accommodations, including tepee tents and, for those really not inclined to sleep outdoors, rooms at the nearby Pioneer Motel.

Throughout the country, a desire to connect with nature without abandoning creature comforts has given rise to glamorous camping, or glamping, with sites like Hipcamp and Glamping Hub providing leads to shelter ranging from barn lofts to geodesic domes. Looking to get away from it all (or most of it)? The experience is a mere click and a drive away.

So what exactly is Hipcamp? Simply put, it’s the brainchild of Corte Madera native and current Sausalito floating-home resident Alyssa Ravasio, who felt conventional websites for booking outdoorsy stays left a lot to be desired. Furthermore, Hipcamp offers campsites at all national, state and regional parks in all 50 states, and at Army Corps of Engineers sites. It also recently launched the country’s first land-sharing marketplace, which allows access to private spots like Oz Farm in Point

Arena and nature preserves, for starters.

“We’re adding about 10 pieces of land every week,” says Ravasio. “This unlocks access to places people have never been able to go before in Marin, like Salmon Creek Ranch and more.”

Hipcamp’s mission is to get people outside and connected to and caring about the land, something it aims to facilitate by streamlining the booking. An easy-to-use website lets prospective campers browse by location, view user photos, and get a concise rundown of activities and features available at each site.

Think TripAdvisor, but with a more appealing interface. It even provides unorthodox guides for the truly adventurous that explore topics like the best leaves to use if you have no toilet paper and the best way to get it on outdoors. Additionally, if you’re fortunate enough to own a scenic parcel, or if you are having problems affording said parcel, the Hipcamp people are always looking for great new properties. “We’re using recreation to fund conservation,” Ravasio states. “Landowners don’t want to sell their land or change it. This lets them earn some revenue.”

Oz Farm, one such spot, is the site of a former commune tucked away in a valley by the coast, about 120 miles north of Marin. Power is almost entirely wind- and solar-generated,

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Opposite: A view of the domes at Oz Farm. This page from top: A tin cloth jacket and other gear at Filson; making morning coffee at El Capitan Canyon.

and the place is a vast cellphone dead zone.

Lodging consists of two yurts and five distinctive cabins that discreetly dot the 230-acre property. A pair of geodesic domes is separated by the Garcia River, accessible only via a makeshift wood plank. And dog owners can breathe a sigh of relief: Oz Farm is pet friendly.

Amenities vary slightly from cabin to cabin, as do number of beds, but all include a wood-burning heater, a sink with potable water and an outhouse. The community house has a common kitchen, indoor plumbing and dual soaking tubs reminiscent of a Cialis commercial. In the middle of it all is a 17-acre organic garden; campers can purchase a box of seasonal produce to cook with for $20, and don’t be afraid to ask the people working there for recipe ideas. You may find yourself utilizing garlic scapes and other plant parts you had no use for before.

Glamping Hub, started in San Francisco

by David Troya and Ruben Martinez, skews more toward glamour than camping and lets potential guests narrow their search in three ways: types of glamping, destinations and collections. “Families’ ideas of vacation are changing and traditional camping is a big investment,” Martinez says. “This way you get to enjoy Mother Nature and be comfortable.”

After playing around with the web options for a few minutes, you quickly come to a conclusion: that you can basically glamp anywhere.

Caves in Spain, eco-pods in England, camper vans in France — destinations include more than 80 countries, with more than 400 in California alone. Some of the categories are broad, like best luxury camping in the United States; others cover a niche, like yurt rentals near Monument Valley.

Looking for a pet- or family-friendly cabin?

There’s an entire portal dedicated to that.

Closer to home, a three- to four-hour drive will land you at a popular Glamping Hub property, Treebones Resort in Big Sur. The resort is primarily yurts — there are 16 — though it also offers traditional campsites; an inbetween option consisting of a Sibley tent atop a wood platform; and a “human nest.”

Situated just so, the nest is a woven wood-art structure accessible by ladder with sweeping views of the Pacific. Created and built

by Big Sur artist Jayson Fann, it isn’t waterproofed, but if you’re fine with some morning mist, a night here is likely an experience you’ll never forget. The other options aren’t quite so rustic: the yurts have queen-size beds, plush comforters and a separate seating area.

Amenities aside, Treebones is an eco resort and has taken it upon itself to “perch lightly.”

Unlike most all-inclusive properties offering buffets, it serves organic farm-to-table dinners made with locally grown ingredients.

Food waste from the restaurant is fed to the chickens on site or composted in the organic garden. Guests can go on several eco adventures, including a moderate Big Sur hike or ocean kayaking trip. Massage is available for adventure-sore muscles.

In addition to Hipcamp and Glamping Hub, other alternative lodging includes Costanoa, the Pescadero eco resort whose tent bungalows and expansive spa have made it a glamping favorite since 1999 and where activities include mountain biking, horseback riding and a kids’ camp. Its calendar of seasonal events ensures an active stay year round.

Another favorite is El Capitan Canyon in Santa Barbara, where you can hike, dine and enjoy spa treatments in a serene natural setting. The once-spartan campground has blossomed into a resort getaway under new ownership: since 2001 accommodations have included cedar cabins with down comforters and wood-floored safari tents. Restricted parking limits noise pollution and summer evening entertainment makes for a luxe vibe.

For something more quaint and secluded, consider the Redwood Tree House in Healdsburg. Nestled within a redwood grove, it flanks the Russian River, where you can go rafting, hang by the water or simply explore Sonoma County’s famously delicious wines.

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APPELLATIONS

WINE GAMES The emperor may or may not be wearing clothes — and the nuance of that merlot may or may not be jammy. For the layperson, determining the qualities and flavors of wine can be tricky.

Those wanting to test their taste buds can head to San Francisco’s RN74 for a friendly game of Flying Blind, a guided tasting of three unidentified wines served with a cheat sheet of descriptions; the goal is to match the glass with the varietal. This fruit-based fun is part of the restaurant’s new wine program, created by lead sommelier David Castleberry.

“I want to offer a number of avenues for oenophiles to test and elevate their knowledge and encounter new and rare wines in a comfortable and relaxed setting,” he says. Other offerings include Magnum Mondays, when a special magnum is opened and offered by the glass; Half Bottle Hump Day, with 50 percent off certain half-bottles on Wednesdays; and Unicorn Wines, featuring rare and unique bottles by the glass. This program continues throughout the year. michaelmina.net MIMI TOWLE

Raise a Glass to Jack

Chances are you’ve heard of Jack London. The oyster pirate turned famous author, despite his short life and limited traveling options (on sailboats only), visited more countries than most of us ever will. You might not have known that London was also a middle school dropout who took up writing only after recounting his near-death experience on a seal-hunting ship in a typhoon to his mother, who encouraged him to enter a writing contest run by the local paper. He won the first prize of $25. Today, he is honored by a namesake lake in Russia, a mountain in British Columbia, a square in Oakland, a state park and a postage stamp, among other things. But his name has yet another tie: “Jack London (wines) are some of California’s oldest and most successful vineyard-designated wines in the country,” says Kenwood Vineyards chief winemaker Pat Henderson. “He was also a pioneer of sustainable farming, practices he had learned from his time in Europe.” After the 1903 publication of Call of the Wild, London found his way to Sonoma to pursue his soul mate. He purchased some land and eventually acquired even more property on the steep slopes of Sonoma Mountain. He and his wife (he got the girl) called it Beauty Ranch. After his early death at age 40 in 1916, London’s stepsister Eliza Shepard took over management of the property, and her descendants are still sustainably farming the land today. Another tradition is the continued 40-year relationship with Kenwood Vineyards, which sources exclusively from the ranch, producing award-winning merlot, zinfandel, syrah and cabernet. As a nod to the wine’s heritage, each label is emblazoned with the wolf head, which was Jack London’s bookplate logo in many of his novels. And if you look closely, you can see the abstract wolf homage in the latest iteration of Kenwood’s logo. The winery is open to the public for hiking and tasting. kenwoodvineyards.com/jack-london M.T.

STAKE YOUR CLAIM Was I a shoe or a rabbit?

As cute as wine glass ID charms can be, after the second glass it’s hard to remember which charm goes with which party guest. A solution to this problem comes in the form of the Wine Glass Writer, the brainchild of Marin’s Jeannine Fradelizio. The nontoxic, festive pens have not only caught on locally and with major retailers nationwide; they’re also sold in seven countries.

And not to worry: the ink washes right off. M.T.

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Pack Up

Head to wine country this month for new activities that will delight your palate and senses. M.T.

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The gourmet food and wine tour Savor Healdsburg has recently added a few new spots to its three-and-a-half-hour guided walking tour. “In 2016 guests will enjoy new menu items such as Portuguese vino verde paired with chouriço-crusted day boat scallops at Cafe Lucia, a dish inspired by the island where Lucia’s family is from,” says tour organizer Tammy Gass. Other stops include SHED, Gustafson Family Vineyards and Moustache Baked Goods. $89, savorhealdsburgfoodtours.com

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For a truly unique wine tasting experience, head up to Francis Ford Coppola Winery in Geyserville for one of its new “Tasting in the Dark” experiences.

Hosted by Hoby Wedler, a blind graduate student from UC Davis, guests will learn how flavors and aromas in wine are accentuated by turning off he lights.

Participants are blindfolded and led through the winemaker’s lab. The tour takes two hours and includes four wines. $75, francisfordcoppolawinery.com

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Starting this month, Jordan Estate in Healdsburg is offering hikes on its 1,200-acre ranch.

The guided journey begins with a continental breakfast at Vista Point, called the “best view in the Alexander Valley” by Fodor’s. The trip continues for four miles through natural wildlife habitat, sustainably farmed vineyards and olive orchards. The hike ends back at the Winery Chateau for wine country charcuterie paired with Jordan chardonnay and Jordan cabernet sauvignon. $75, jordanwinery.com

Jean-Charles Boisset (pictured below), affectionately known as the James Bond–like Agent 69 on YouTube and now heading up his family’s vast winery empire, has recently opened JCB Tasting Salon in Yountville.

And next door is Atelier by JCB, a gourmet epicurean marketplace offering up culinary treats such as salts, mustards and honey from Boisset’s winery estates and hand-selected smoked salmon, caviar, anchovies, truffles, foie gras, terrines, charcuterie, more than 120 cheeses, chocolate, specialty teas and coffees from his travels. Retail offerings will include JCB’s custom-designed jewelry collection, candles and perfumes as well as luxury goods, including Lalique, Baccarat, Christofle, and Bernardaud porcelain. In the tasting room, the JCB collection of French and Napa Valley wines will be featured in three distinctive flights.

“We are ecstatic to share our vision of wine lifestyle, where wine is at the center of life and is surrounded by beauty and art,” says Boisset.

“JCB represents the producers and houses that we adore the most, whose wares have been curated for years, and that we desire to share with the world as an extension of our lifestyle and savoir-vivre.” jcbcollection.com M.T.

NEW LOOK, NEW TASTES

This summer, St. Helena’s Freemark Abbey winery is celebrating its 130th anniversary with a complete makeover and the addition of a new restaurant called Two Birds One Stone. “We brought on SB Architects and BraytonHughes Design Studio from San Francisco, who will focus on preserving the 100-year-old historic stone building while introducing modern updates, including a dedicated space for the winery’s unrivaled wine library — one of the largest in the Napa Valley,” says Ted Edwards, Freemark Abbey’s director of winemaking. The winery is also renovating the historic tasting room. The new yakitori-centric restaurant will be headed by notable California chefs Douglas Keane and Sang Yoon. freemarkabbey.com M.T.

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The Four Seasons Spa

which can turn a visit into a transformational experience. Treatments address the entire body, whether the approach is physical (i-Lipo cold-laser body contouring) or emotional (inner clarity sessions), aiming to get visitors on the right track, or back on track. In addition to 13 treatment rooms, the spa features three outdoor Hawaiian treatment hales overlooking Wailea Beach. fourseasons.com/maui

• No Fluff

Find Your Bliss

These world-class resorts offer such a vast variety of spa experiences. Why go to just one? MIMI TOWLE Wailea Spa Crawl

This pristine area known for its crescentshaped beaches has some of the best restaurants and hotels on the planet, so it’s no surprise the spas here are worth exploring as well. For years, the multicolored Hawaiian sea-salt pools and island-inspired treatments of the marble-appointed Spa Grande at the Grand Wailea stole the show. However, these days there are four more not to miss.

• Ocean Potions

Starting at the top of the Wailea beach path is Fairmont Kea Lani’s Willow Stream Spa, named best hotel spa in Hawaii by readers of Travel + Leisure for both 2014 and 2015.

Why? After a multimillion-dollar refresh, the Willow Stream Spa has all the latest treatments to satisfy the most worldly of spagoers, including a few unique experiences

apropos for the beach location. These include the Nalu Suite, with a state-of-the-art wave massage table; the Wailele suite, offering Vichy shower treatments with infrared technology; and the in-spa lounge, a full sensory experience with steam room, sauna and showers inspired by Maui rain. One definite crowd-pleaser is the soothing palolo (mud) bar, with a variety of mixtures and a heated tile booth where guests can lounge as the therapeutic mud does its healing. fairmont. com/kea-lani-maui/willow-stream

If you are willing to give up robes and elaborate steam showers in exchange for reduced cost, Olavine Spa in the Wailea Gateway Shopping Center is your spot. After 25 years of developing, opening and managing spas all over the world, Cecilia Hercik opened Olavine in 2013. The name is a combination of ola, meaning life and health in Hawaiian, and olivine, the sparkling green rocks called “Pele’s tears,” a lava mineral said to have properties of calmness, peacefulness and joy. Olavine also offers kids’ massage treatments as well as beauty services such as manicure and pedicure, waxing and hair styling, including a blowout for $45. olavinespa.com

• Signature Scent

While the treatments, rooms and amenities in the spa at Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort are on (or above) par with most spas in the state, what sets the Awili Spa and Salon apart is the apothecary experience, a unique twist on the Japanese tradition of omakase (which translates as “caring for oneself”). An apothecary consultant assists in blending a personal product for a spa or salon service, featuring local ingredients from Maui. Best part: the Fairmont Kea Lani’s Willow Stream Spa

• Med Spa Offerings

Spa director Pat Makozak has been infusing the Four Seasons Spa in Maui with wellness opportunities for more than a decade. So it was a natural evolution for her and local nutritionist and chiropractic doctor Mark Emerson to create a “Wellness Your Way” program,

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recipe is saved, so guests who bring the product home can reorder it once the relaxing effects of Maui have worn off. The oceanfacing manicure and pedicure stations aren’t bad either. maui.andaz.hyatt.com

Waikiki Spa Crawl

Given the high-octane pace of Waikiki, a spa treatment there can bring many benefits, starting with sanity. Here are three different experiences sure to help you relax.

• Personalized Decadence

With one of the most decadent spas in the state, the award-winning Kahala Resort and Spa has stepped up its game with individual suites for treatments. Each session starts with a hoomaka, a cleansing foot massage that sets a pampering tone for your very personalized experience. kahalaresort.com

• Massage With a View

Moana Lani Spa, a Westin Heavenly Spa, has more than 18,000 square feet, including two oceanfront suites with whirlpool tubs, private restrooms and breathtaking views of Waikiki Beach, as well as nine treatment rooms.

Hawaiian touches include hoawe wooden bowls filled with alaea salt. Guests are invited to leave their worries behind as they enter; the salt is then tossed into the sea at the end of the day, along with whatever woes it might contain. moanalanispa.com

• Urban Island Flair

As one might expect, the Spa at Trump, at Trump International Hotel Waikiki, has luxury “Gemstone” treatments and personalized service. But there’s also island flair in the use of Hawaiian botanicals and healing techniques. trumphotelcollection.com

Gemstone oil massage at the Spa at Trump

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getting directions can be tricky, with the abundance of vowels and Ks and the unfamiliar words. For instance: “Take Ala Wai, left on Kalaimoku Street, past Kuhio, left onto Kalakaua and once you get to Kapahulu, Kapiolani Park will be to your left.” Now repeat that back. But it’s much easier to remember street names if you are familiar with where the names came from.

Here’s a brief introduction. M.T.

PLACE Queen Kapiolani Park The largest and oldest public park in Hawaii, originally built as a place to watch and enjoy horse racing, today contains the Honolulu Zoo, tennis courts, basketball courts, an archery field, the Waikiki Shell and unobstructed views of the ocean.

WHO Born December 31, 1834, Kapiolani Napelakapuokakae, who later became Queen Kapiolani, was the daughter of King Kaumualii, the last king of an independent Kauai before its amicable cession to Kamehameha the Great.

Kapiolani is composed of three words (ka, pio, lani) and means “the heavenly arch.”

WHAT TO DO The two-mile circle is a popular walking or running loop. On your way to the park, stop at one of the eateries on Monsarrat Avenue to grab a picnic or snack. Diamond Head Market & Grill, Monsarrat Avenue Shave Ice, South Shore Grill, Bogart’s Cafe and Shaka Pressed Juice are all great options. After lunch you can burn some calories with a pickup game of soccer or basketball. Sundays, enjoy the Hawaii State Band’s free concerts in the park.

PLACE Kalakaua Avenue If you are staying in Waikiki, you can’t miss Kalakaua Avenue, which fronts major hotels and Waikiki Beach.

WHO This promenade is named for David

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Laamea Kamanakapuu Mahinulani Naloiaehuokalani Lumialani Kalakaua, aka the Merrie Monarch. Born in Honolulu in 1836, he was the last reigning king. In Hawaiian his name ominously translates as “the Day of Battle,” which refers to the treaty King Kamehameha III was forced to sign the day Kalakaua was born.

He earned the name Merrie Monarch for his avid support of Hawaiian culture via the arts, music and hula. Kalakaua Avenue stretches to Queen Kapiolani Park, which is quite appropriate, considering the couple were married.

WHAT TO DO The Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center runs along Kalakaua Avenue, and offers free ukulele, lei-making and hula lessons. The king also famously enjoyed his spirits and you can toast his legacy at one of the many happy hours along his namesake street. One of the most popular spots is Duke’s on the waterfront.

Speaking of Duke, don’t miss the photo op in front of the statue of the famous Olympian surfer Duke Kahanamoku.

PLACE Kuhio Avenue This two-way street runs through the middle of Waikiki between Ala Wai Boulevard and Kalakaua Avenue.

WHO Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalanianaole was born on Kauai in 1871 and died in 1922 at age 50 as the first Hawaiian U.S. congressional delegate in the Territory of Hawaii. In Hawaiian the name Kuhio translates as “chief who leaned forward as he stood.”

WHAT TO DO Kuhio Avenue is your spot for taste and affordability. Rivals at 2211, a sports bar with pizza and sandwiches, is popular with locals and tourists. Marukame Udon is an überpopular spot for noodles. And with all the pennies saved, you’ll soon be able to shop at the new Saks Fifth Avenue and International Market Place, both with access on Kuhio Avenue. m

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A life-changing journey begins with a leap of faith. STORY AND PHOTOS BY CALIN VAN PARIS

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Opener: An abandoned archway a short walk away from one of the work sites. This page: Street vendors decorate the streets — and ruins — of Antigua. Opposite from top: Selling tamales on a corner in San Juan la Laguna; Guatemalan cuisine; a view from the top at San Juan la Laguna.

BOUT A W EEK before I left for

Guatemala, a major landslide east of the country’s capital killed at least 280 people and left plenty more missing. Family and friends quickly descended on me with concerns for my safety: Would I be staying nearby?

Would travel be delayed? What if another storm caused a similar disaster? And what about drug trafficking?

The truth was, I felt completely safe in my endeavor, and this feeling was due mostly to my purposeful ignorance. Within a few days of signing up for one of Habitat for Humanity’s Global Village trips, choosing its Guatemala affiliate — the oldest and largest international affiliate in the organization — as my own, I pulled together funds, booked a plane ticket, collected the items on the suggested packing list and promptly put danger out of my mind altogether. Every other journey I had embarked on up until this point had been arduously researched, scheduled and obsessed over. I was committed to arriving in Guatemala City with absolutely no idea what lay in wait.

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY WAS FOUNDED IN 1976 BY MILLARD

and Linda Fuller as a faith-based effort to help those in need acquire adequate shelter. Three years later, Habitat for Humanity Guatemala became the organization’s first Latin American branch. The westernmost country in Central America, Guatemala is composed of 22 departments inhabited by 24 different groups of indigenous Maya, as well as Xinca, Garifuna and mestizo people. The country’s 36-year civil war, which ended in 1996 and is widely seen as a genocide against the indigenous Maya people, is demonstrative of a country struggling with exceedingly varied populations and ways of life. It is the Maya families, many of whom live in extreme poverty, lacking access to clean water, family planning resources, toilets and stoves, that Habitat Guatemala aims to help.

And it has: more than 58,000 families have received assistance since the affiliate’s 1979 inception.

Though Habitat’s roots are in Christianity, its fundamental purpose can be found in its moniker: humanity. My experience in Guatemala had much less to do with a higher

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power and much more to do with creating bonds with a very diverse group of people I would not have otherwise encountered, and whom I began to meet immediately after exiting the Guatemala City Airport.

As instructed, I headed to the left of the exit, circumnavigating the lively, raucous crowds of families toting balloons and other colorful gifts meant for arriving friends and family.

Sleepy and disoriented from my red-eye flight, I lazily scanned the surrounding area for a Habitat sign, wondering for the first time what I would do if I had trouble locating my group.

Fortunately, within moments, a couple of fellow neck-craners — Jim and Lily, both from California, both volunteer veterans — and I discovered that we shared the same destination, and were soon loaded onto a Habitat bus bound for Antigua.

The brimming streets of Guatemala City quickly gave way to the sparsely populated winding roads edged with the forests of vibrant greenery that would visually mark the rest of our group’s adventure. One thing that did not diminish, though, was signage — it seems there is no regulation when it comes to garish ads and political propaganda, which popped up amid otherwise lovely landscapes throughout the country. Guatemala has endured its share of political corruption, and at the time of my visit last October, President Otto Pérez Molina and his vice president had only just been forced to resign from office following a massive customs scandal. Signs depicting his then-potential successors — Sandra Torres and Jimmy Morales, who was inaugurated in January after a landslide victory — smiled down at us as we entered Antigua.

AS A DESIGNATED UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE, ANTIGUA,

which translates to “ancient,” boasts the type of antiquated charm that comes only from enforced preservation. Pastelhued, Spanish baroque–influenced architecture lines the cobblestone streets, a buttery yellow 16th-century church marking the city’s center. Antigua itself is surrounded by three colossal volcanoes, making already dramatic landmarks, like the Santa Catalina Arch, built in the 17th century to connect a convent of the same name to a school, all the more striking. Our group of 16 arrived in phases throughout the afternoon, and soon we were all congregated in the lobby of our hotel, where our leaders Trina (a Brit from Bermuda who was preparing for her seventh trip in charge) and Lucho (a Habitat Guatemala field coordinator of Maya descent) led an introduction before the first of many shared meals. And though we began that night as a collective of strangers, we became a family at an almost alarming speed.

The next day’s dawn found us on the road to Panajachel, a lakeside town in the southwestern Guatemalan Highlands that would serve as our home for the remainder of the trip.

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three volcanoes, that author Aldous Huxley once called “too much of a good thing” — Pana is both a hot spot for tourist trade, with many locals selling their wares along its narrow lanes, and the home of one of Habitat Guatemala’s 17 branch offices. After checking into the surprisingly luxe Cacique Inn (“If this is volunteering, then vacationing is obsolete,” was my immediate reaction) our group paid a visit to the much more modest Habitat office to meet Oscar, Jorge, Jose, the other Jose and Lilliana. Oscar partners with a few local Maya women to find families, often located deep in the surrounding mountains, that qualify for Healthy Home Kits, which is what our group was there to provide.

The housing deficit in Guatemala is estimated at 1.7 million. And while Habitat houses are certainly more financially accessible than traditional dwellings, they are still houses, and not within the budget of most Maya families.

In 2010, Habitat introduced Healthy Home Kits, affordable supplements to existing spaces, consisting of a water filter, a smokeless stove and a latrine, additions that allow families to avoid two leading causes of death in the country’s rural areas: respiratory disease and waterborne illnesses.

Given that most rural households have no toilet (cornfields often serve as substitute), unfiltered groundwater and open cooking fires that blacken walls and lungs alike, these enhancements are both welcome and life-changing.

BEFORE OUR REAL WORK BEGAN, WE BOARDED A BOAT —

A member of Casa Flor Ixcaco weaves a bedspread in her living room.

a very exciting prospect, as we had been staring longingly at the lake since our arrival the previous day — for an excursion to Lucho’s hometown of San Juan la Laguna. The ride across Lake Atitlán was nothing short of epic: calm, cerulean waters gave way to lush and rugged landscapes sprinkled here and there with minuscule (and colorful) lakeside villages, while towering volcanoes oversaw the scene. Docking at San Juan was like arriving in another country altogether, with thin layers of moss coating the shallow waters like a wooly throw.

Rickety wooden boats lined the shore, where women and children soaked laundry while men languidly tossed out fishing lines. Ahead, the hilltop town hovered in exotic, welcoming and unassuming fashion.

We were there to visit Lucho’s childhood friend Miriam at Casa Flor Ixcaco Tejedoras Mayas Weaving Cooperative, a women’s weaving co-op. Women partaking in paid work of any sort are a relatively new sight in Guatemala — traditionally, females tend to stay home, rising early to take care of the children and begin making tortillas. They clean the house, wash dishes and clothes, prepare three meals a day, feed their families, go to sleep, wake up and do it all again. But more recently, certain women have found ways to do even more.

Weaving brings wages, and the work can be done both away from and at home, and weaving co-ops take it a step further, allowing women to be entrepreneurs and control their own finances, some even saving to send their children to college.

Products include ponchos, blankets, scarves, bedspreads and much more, and of every 100 Quetzales (Guatemalan currency) earned, 95 go to the workers and five to sustain the shop. I purchased a poncho that took two weeks to weave and cost 225 Quetzales — just $30.

There is just one requirement for those wishing to join the co-op, which currently has 19 members: women must grow their own organic cotton. From it, the weavers pull and spin to make string by hand, then drench spools in natural dyes in a wealth of vivid colors. The walls of the co-op were lined with a rainbow of thread, each hue born from naturally occurring charcoal, hibiscus, avocado, bark, coffee, cinnamon or other substances. Miriam demonstrated the process, introducing us to three naturally occurring colors of cotton — white, nude and ixcaco, which comes from the Maya word ixoq’, meaning women, and caco, the color of their skin.

We broke into small groups and visited weavers in their homes — some abodes consisting of dirt floors and barely any walls — to watch them at work. The craft is time-honored, and

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the crafters’ smiles were ever-present as children and dogs made their way in and out of the scene. After the visit, we all shared a lunch of tamales and pozole prepared by the women of Ixcaco. Conversations swayed between English, Spanish and Maya, and traditional marimba music floated on the air.

THE NEXT DAY, WE GOT TO WORK. THIS WAS A HAPPY

development, as the vacation-like aspects of the trip thus far had instilled in us all an underlying guilt — we were, after all, there to volunteer. We split into three groups, and our now-familiar buses snaked into the upper zeniths of the surrounding mountains, the ride offering the occasional glimpse of the lake waters below. My work site was occupied by two families, so two of our groups disembarked. Tiny puppies — which we were warned not to touch, an impossible request — skittered around in the dirt, along with curious shy children, who on our first day could be seen peeking out from behind their mothers’ skirts. It occurred to me how strange the scene must be for them — without Internet, television or even access to town, how did we appear to them? I still wonder if the kids will remember our time there, and if so, how.

On the first day, we — Karen, Nancy, Jill, Mary and me, with instruction from our mason, Billy, a local student of architecture — built a smokeless stove. Provided tools and materials were modest, but effective: we mixed cement with mud and water outside the kitchen space with spades and trenching shovels. We wetted, lined, coated and stacked adobe bricks provided by Habitat, slathering each layer in the cement mixture, navigating around the small space like a line of like-minded bees building a hive. By late afternoon we were covered in dirt,

our work gloves coated in mud, smiles plastered on our faces: we had built a stove. And upon officially meeting the toddlers who occupied the space — one with rotting teeth but a beautiful grin — we felt a sense of meaningful accomplishment.

Dry vented latrines were next on the agenda. Wood slats did not come pre-measured, so a large portion of the project was dedicated to calculating and cutting planks — with only one truly effective handsaw, passed back and forth all day, at times forcefully, between each group — to the appropriate size. We dug deep holes with machetes to plant the poles that would serve as the building’s frame — four points surrounding an obviously bigger and deeper pit, which was then topped with a plastic toilet — hammering slats and forming walls as the day progressed. We attached PVC pipes, nailed on an iron roof and admired our handiwork, as did the families. We closed the second day with a little ceremony, where the families thanked us for the additions, and we thanked them for the experience. I don’t think it was possible for either of our vastly different groups to truly understand the effect we had on each other’s lives, but we did our best.

The experiences I had in Guatemala were immeasurable, and beyond anything I could have planned for: I hammered nails in the pouring rain; shared laughs, stories and meals with families and friends; and spoke with a Maya woman about women’s rights while she wove a bedspread that, when finished, would feed her family for months. Habitat allowed us to peel back the veil that typically separates tourists from the places they visit, and for a few days, we became a part of the community. I now understand why volunteer trips are a kind of addiction: when traveling gives you so much, giving back is kind of a no-brainer. m

From left: Trina bonds with a Maya girl as Lucho sizes an adobe block; Habitat recipients pose with their newly built latrine, their old outhouse in the background.

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APR 14–MAY 8 Anne Boleyn The fabled fallen mistress finally gets to tell her side of the story.

Watch as Anne seeks an opportunity to legitimize her relationship with Henry VIII while simultaneously pushing a Protestant agenda, offering a sample-size revisionist take on a woman’s experience in the royal world. Marin Theatre Company (Mill Valley). 415.388.5200, marintheatre.org APR 16 Youth Speaks Grand Slam Finals The two-month-long Youth Speaks contest — which features an Olympicstyle competition of spoken word written and performed by poets ages 13–19 — culminates in this final event.

Davies Symphony Hall (SF). youthspeaks.org

THEATER APR 2 An Evening With Groucho Frank Ferrante stars in this one-man show that combines comedy, dance, song and improvised audience interaction in the style of Groucho Marx. Osher Marin JCC (San Rafael).

415.444.8000, marinjcc.org THEATER THRU APR 10 The Unfortunates This dark musical comedy is inspired by Louis Armstrong’s 1920s blues song “St. James Infirmary.” Big Joe, a tough soldier cursed with oversize hands, travels to a dream world where he risks

everything to save an armless courtesan from a plague. A.C.T.’s Strand Theater (SF).

415.749.2228, act-sf.org THRU APR 17 Second Time Around: A Duet for Cello and Storyteller World-renowned 20-year-old cellist Joan Jeanrenaud joins award-winning performer and writer

Charlie Varon in a collaborative theater piece that tells of the longing for human connection in the digital age. The Marsh MainStage (SF).

415.282.3055, themarsh.org THRU APR 17 The Boys From Syracuse A musical adaptation of Shakespeare’s The Comedy of Errors,

this farce takes place in ancient Ephesus, where two sets of twins face mistaken identities, magic spells and other oddities.

Eureka Theatre (SF).

415.255.8207, 42ndstmoon.org APR 8–9 Economies of Effort: 3 Choreographer Cid Pearlman and visual artist Robbie

Schoen present their third and final work focusing on the concept of economy. Audience members are invited to wander through “microworlds” of activity, which include dancing, building, printmaking, stacking firewood and more. Joe Goode Annex (SF). cidpearlman.org

APR 19–MAY 1 The Lion Follow one man, Benjamin Scheuer, on his musical journey from boyhood to manhood, focusing on pain, healing and the redemptive power of music, which he demonstrates by way of six guitars.

Strand Theater (SF).

415.834.3200, act-sf.org APR 22–23 Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus Live Enjoy this one-man act that combines lighthearted

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stand-up and theatrical comedy based on the New York Times best seller by John Gray.

Marines’ Memorial Theatre (SF). shnsf.com APR 27–MAY 15 The Most Happy Fella Created by the famed Frank Loesser, this unconventional romance takes place in Napa Valley and features a memorable score. Eureka Theatre (SF). 415.255.8207, 42ndStMoon.org

DANCE APR 21–30 Alonzo King Lines Ballet Choreographer Alonzo King teams up with prolific jazz masters Charles Lloyd and Jason Moran for a world-premiere ballet. YBCA (SF).

415.978.2787, linesballet.org

COMEDY TUESDAYS Tuesday Night Comedy Funnies An evening of hilarity featuring comedians who make us laugh and think. Throckmorton Theatre (Mill Valley).

415.383.9600, throck mortontheatre.org APR 2 Jamie Kilstein Renegade stand-up comedian Jamie Kilstein offers up bold and brash political rants, thoughts and social commentary. Throckmorton Theatre (Mill Valley).

415.383.9600, throck mortontheatre.org APR 30 Michael Pritchard and Friends Comedians, musicians and magicians come to Novato for an evening of learning and fun. Novato Theater (Novato). 415.539.7155, novatotheater.net

MUSIC APR 3 Sunday Sessions with the Nathan Bickart Trio Enjoy original compositions and jazz standards performed by pianist, composer and educator Nathan Bickart and crew. Throckmorton Theatre (Mill Valley).

415.383.9600, throck mortontheatre.org APR 10 The Residents Present Shadowland To conclude their 40th-anniversary celebration, the Residents perform Shadowland: Part 3 of the Randy, Chuck and Bob Trilogy.

The third installment of the unique, life-centric series focuses on birth and features music from the band’s extensive catalog. Regency Ballroom (SF). the regencyballroom.com APR 14 Jayme Stone’s Lomax Project A collective of storied roots musicians combine their talents in a collaborative project that reimagines and revives traditional music. Throckmorton Theatre (Mill Valley).

415.383.9600, throck mortontheatre.org APR 17 Black Cedar Music for flute, cello and guitar. Old St. Hilary’s (Tiburon).

415.435.1853, land marks-society.org APR 22 American Bach Soloists: Easter and Ascension Oratorios Enjoy three impressive oratorios for three important occasions on the Lutheran calendar: Christmas, Easter and the Feast of the Ascension. St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church (Belvedere).

415.621.7900, americanbach.org

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Out & About / CALENDAR 11101 Hwy One, Point Reyes. 415.663.1347, galleryrouteone.org Marin County Civic Center Celebrating Color: Eight Different Ways A community of local artists embarks on an exploration of color in varied forms, through May 31. 3501 Civic Center Dr, San Rafael.

415.473.7000, marincounty.org Mine Gallery Original contemporary art. 1820 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Fairfax. 415.755.4472, gallerymine.com O’Hanlon Center for the Arts The Brilliance of Symbols. 616 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley. 415.388.4331, ohanloncenter.org Petri’s Fine Arts Featuring contemporary works in various mediums. 690 Bridgeway, Sausalito. 415.332.2626, petrisfineart .com

Rituals by Chris Gwaltney at Seager Gray Gallery, Mill Valley

APR 23 Wild Child: A Live Re-creation of a 1960s Doors Concert Join front man Dave Brock and his Los Angeles–based tribute to the Doors as the group re-creates the energy and emotion that made the iconic rock band so special.

Sweetwater Music Hall (Mill Valley).

415.388.1100, sweet watermusichall.com APR 24–26 Masterworks 3: Boléro Marin Symphony’s final program of the season includes a performance of Maurice Duruflé’s Requiem with the Marin Symphony Chorus; Georges Bizet’s opera Carmen; and Ravel's Boléro. Veterans’ Memorial Auditorium

(San Rafael).

415.473.6800, marinsymphony.org APR 30 Mariah Parker’s Indo Latin Jazz Ensemble World music influences — Havana to Kolkata — weave together seamlessly in this unique performance. Throckmorton Theatre (Mill Valley).

415.383.9600, throck mortontheatre.org

GALLERIES MARIN Art Abloom Studio and Gallery Classes for artists. 751 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Anselmo. 415.256.1112, artabloom.com Art Works Downtown Architecture A juried exhibition showcasing the artistic side of

architecture, through April 22. 1337 Fourth St, San Rafael. 415.451.8119, artworksdowntown.org Bolinas Gallery Ongoing work. 52 Wharf Rd, Bolinas. 415.868.0782, bolinas-gallery.com Bubble Street Featuring genres of fantastic art, imaginary realism, neo-Victorian and steampunk. 565 Bridgeway, Sausalito. 415.339.0506, bubblestreetgallery.com Claudia Chapline Gallery and Sculpture Garden Works by Claudia Chapline, Jim Garmhausen, Etta Deikman and others. 3445 Shoreline Hwy, Stinson Beach.

415.868.2308, cchapline.com

Desta Gallery The Way of Art. 417 San Anselmo Ave, San Anselmo.

415.524.8932, destagallery.com di Rosa Western landscapes from San Francisco–based Paul Kos, April 16–July 10.

5200 Carneros Hwy, Napa. 707.226.5991, dirosaart.org Fine Art Etc. Featuring a collection of sculptures and paintings by artists from Northern California and around the world. 686 Bridgeway, Sausalito.

415.332.1107, fineart tc.com Gallery Route One Lucid Art Residency Annual Exhibition A group exhibition, through May 8.

Robert Allen Fine Art Abstract Landscapes and Cityscapes on Canvas A group exhibition, April 7–May 31. 301 Caledonia St, Sausalito.

415.331.2800, robert allenfineart.co Robert Beck Gallery Early California and contemporary plein air paintings. 222 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Anselmo. 415.456.7898, beckgallery.org Robert Green Fine Arts Between Two Worlds Work by Charlotte Bernstrom. 154 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley. 415.381.8776, rgfineart .com Roberta English Art by Cheung Lee, Mayumi Oda, Li Huayi, Ju Ming and Toko Shinoda.

1615 Bridgeway,

Sausalito. 415.331.2975, robertaenglish.com Rock Hill Gallery Watercolors by Bob Justice, through April 21. 145 Rock Hill Drive, Tiburon. 415.435.9108, ccctiburon.net Room Art Gallery Works by both Bay Area artists and major masters; the largest collection of Picasso, Chagall and others in Marin County. 86 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley. 415.380.7940, roomartgallery.com Seager Gray Gallery Gwaltney A selection of paintings by the artist, through May 1. 108 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley. 415.384.8288, seagergray.com Smith Andersen North Work by Wayne Levin, through April 9. 20 Greenfield ve, San Anselmo. 415.455.9733, smithandersen north.com Studio 333 Art and events. 333A Caledonia St, Sausalito.

415.331.8272, studio333.info Studio 4 Art Work by local artists, classes and workshops with materials included.

1133 Grant Ave, Novato.

415.596.5546, studio4art.net The Blissful Gallery Oils, watercolors and prints by painter Emmeline Craig. 3415 Shoreline Hwy, Stinson Beach, 415.868.2787, emmelinecraig.com Zener Schon Contemporary Art Contemporary works in various mediums by Eric Zener, Paige Smith, JD Wilson

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and more. 23 Sunnyside Ave, 415.738.8505, zenerschongallery.com

SAN FRANCISCO ArtHaus Ongoing work. 411 Brannan St, 415.977.0223, arthaus-sf.com

Caldwell Snyder Gallery Entre Silêncios Recent Paintings by Marta Penter, April 7–30. 341 Sutter St, 415.392.2299, caldwellsnyder.com California Historical Society Experiments in Environment: The Halprin Workshops, 1966–1971, through May 8. 678 Mission Street, SF, 415.357.1848, califor niahistoricalsociety.org Fouladi Projects Art from Karen Barbour, through April 16. 1803 Market St, 415.621.2535, fouladiprojects.com George Lawson Gallery Canal Zone: Recent Work from the Panama Project Art by Judith Belzer, through April 9. 315 Potrero Ave, 415.703.4400, georgelawson gallery.com Gregory Lind Gallery Heights Where the Light Still Lingered Work

by Sarah Bostwick. 49 Geary St, 415.296.9661, gregorylindgallery.com Hackett-Mill As I Am: Painting the Figure in Postwar San Francisco A celebration of the grand opening of the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art’s new building featuring works by David Park and Richard Diebenkorn, through May 27. 201 Post St, 415.362.3377, hackettmill.com

John Berggruen Gallery New paintings by John Alexander, through April 23. 228 Grant Ave, 415.781.4629, berggruen.com

SPOTLIGHT

Cello, Reimagined

Rebecca Roudman makes modern sounds with a classical instrument.

Meyerovich Gallery Katz and Kass New works by Alex Katz and Deborah Kass, through May 4. 251 Post St, 415.421.7171, meyerovich.com Pier 24 Photography Art from the Pilara Foundation collection.

Pier 24, 415.512.7424, pier24.org Rena Bransten Projects These American Lives Works by Rupert Garcia, Dawoud Bey and others, through May 12. 1639 Market St, 415.982.3292, renabransten gallery.com Thomas Reynolds Gallery Pieces by contemporary painters, most addressing the intersection of realism and abstraction. 2291 Pine St, 415.441.4093, thomasreynolds.com

MARIN Bay Area Discovery Museum Children’s China Participate in a traditional tea ceremony, learn Chinese character writing, partake in dragon parades and more, through May 8 (Sausalito).

415.339.3900, baykidsmuseum.org Bolinas Museum Human Impact on Bolinas Lagoon: A Timeline, through August 14 (Bolinas).

415.868.0330, bolinasmuseum.org Marin Museum of the American Indian The First Ambassadors A look at long-forgotten Native American

Rebecca Roudman and Dirty Cello

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HERE’S A GOOD chance you’ve already heard Rebecca Roudman play. She performed on

the soundtracks for the Bruce Willis film Looper and the Jeremy Renner film Kill the Messenger. On top of that, her band Dirty Cello has been making its mark on the Bay Area with more than 100 shows a year. Dirty Cello’s most recent release Beach House Sessions was recorded in an idyllic house at Muir Beach, where the band stayed until they finished an album full of classic American blues and bluegrass cover songs. But this current resident of Novato and native of San Rafael has ventured far beyond her Marin roots, touring in China, Italy and the United Kingdom. We asked Roudman a bit about growing up in Marin and her music; you can hear Dirty Cello for yourself on April 23 at Harmonia in Sausalito. dirtycello.com KASIA PAWLOWSKA You were in the Marin Youth Orchestra; can you tell us about your experience? Being in Marin Youth Orchestra was great for a young cellist developing a love of performing — it was an exciting opportunity to feel the glamour of being in an orchestra. I remember the camaraderie of doing something exciting with other people my age and the thrill of getting dressed up for the concerts. Of course it was also a rush to solo with that orchestra.

What do you enjoy most about touring? When we’re on tour with the Dirty Cello band, or when I tour with an orchestra, we often get the rock star treatment. From having bodyguards in Brazil to getting our own translator in China, the feeling of being a VIP makes all the hours of practicing even more worth it. Also, while we’re on tour, I think the best way to experience the country is to eat like there’s no tomorrow. I’ve experienced sublime desserts, wildly spiced dishes and truly frightening concoctions all over the world.

You also teach music; how does teaching affect your playing? There’s nothing like working with middle-school-age students to really keep you grounded. I try to tell them about all the exciting places my cello has taken me and how with hard work on their part, they can experience a lot of the same exciting things I have. However, being kids, they’re impressed for about five minutes before they want to move on to something new.

What are your favorite venues to play in Marin?

Recently we had our first show over at Rancho Nicasio and while we’ve played most of the venues in the county, we enjoyed the intimacy of having the audience right there with us. We also host what we call Mini Music Festivals. These are where we get a couple of bands that we know our audiences will enjoy and put on a casual show with food and drinks and more. We always hold these in unique spaces, including the Shop in Olema and, for upcoming shows, a Nike missile base and the Lafayette Public Library.

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The Walt Disney Family Museum Mel Shaw: An Animator on Horseback The first-ever retrospective of the life and work of Disney animator, creative and master horseman Mel Shaw, through September 12 (SF). 415.345.6800, waltdisney.org

APR 10 The French Market Peruse this outdoor antique market in search of art, books, textiles, vintage and estate jewelry, furniture, prints and much more, all accompanied

by French music and crepes. Marin Civic Center (San Rafael).

415.383.2252, golden gateshows.com

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history told through rare lithographs depicting courageous and distinguished tribal leaders (Novato).

415.897.4064, marinindian.com

California Academy of Sciences Enjoy an adults-only experience after 6 p.m. every Thursday (SF).

415.379.8000, calacademy.org

Marin Museum of Contemporary Art Travels with Phil: The Art of Cartoonist Phil Frank A collection of Frank’s comic strips, including the San Francisco–based Farley and nationally syndicated The Elderberries, through April 10 (Novato). 415.506.0137, marinmoca.org

Conservatory of Flowers Garden Railway: 1915 Pan-Pacific The conservatory’s newest garden railway exhibition celebrates the centennial of San Francisco’s historic world’s fair, through April 10 (SF).

415.831.2090, conser vatoryofflowers.org

Asian Art Museum Pearls on a String: Artists, Patrons and Poets at the Great Islamic Courts, through May 8 (SF).

415.581.3711, asianart.org

collection. de Young (SF). 415.750.3600, deyoung.famsf.org

Yerba Buena Center for the Arts Murmur Wall Designed by Future Cities Lab, the Murmur Wall is a unique combination of sculpture, light and data collection along the wall at the main entrance to YBCA, through May 31, 2017 (SF). 415.978.2787, ybca.org

Bouquets to Art 2016 at the de Young, S.F.

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Japanese artists, through June 12 (Sonoma). svma.org

Contemporary Jewish Museum Roman Vishniac Rediscovered Photographs by Roman Vishniac, who created the most widely recognized photographic record of Jewish life in Eastern Europe between the two world wars, through May 29 (SF). 415.655.7800, thecjm.org

de Young Oscar de la Renta: The Retrospective The world-premiere retrospective of Oscar de la Renta’s work celebrates the life and career of one of fashion’s most influential designers, through May 30 (SF). 415.750.3600, deyoung.famsf.org Exploratorium Ongoing interactive exhibits exploring science, art and human perception (SF). 415.397.5673, exploratorium.edu Legion of Honor Sublime Beauty: Raphael’s "Portrait of a Lady with a Unicorn" One of Raphael’s most beguiling and enigmatic paintings is shown in the U.S. for the first time, through April 10 (SF). 415.750.3600, legionofhonor.famsf.org Museum of Craft and Design Lines That Tie Works by Carole

Beadle and Lia Cook, April 9–August 7 (SF).

415.773.0303, sfmcd.org Oakland Museum of California Unearthed: Found and Made Oakland-born, Los Angeles–based artist Jedediah Caesar creates sculptures that realistically mimic geological processes, through April 24 (Oakland).

510.318.8400, museumca.org San Francisco Botanical Garden Chasing Color: Painting California’s Native Flora Through the Seasons Plein air pastels by Erika Perloff, through April 30 (SF). 415.661.1316, sfbotanicalgarden.org Sonoma Valley Museum of Art Modern Twist: Contemporary Japanese Bamboo Art Thirty-eight sculptural creations by 17

APR 14 Supergala A.C.T. and gala cochairs Maria and Jeff pears present a superhero black-tie event that includes dinner, cocktails and a performance by Jeremy Jordan, all in support of the theater company.

Regency Ballroom (SF).

415.439.2470, act-sf.org

APR 1–AUG 31 Wild Flowers Head to the San Francisco Botanical Garden to observe a wide and varied selection of seasonal blooms, from dogwood to blue puya. San Francisco Botanical Garden (SF).

415.661.1316, sfbotanicalgarden.org

APR 20 Sausalito Woman’s Club Annual Poetry Night Bay Area poets, slam poets and poetry readers head to Sausalito for an evening of snacks, cocktails and performances.

Christ Episcopal Church (Sausalito).

415.332.2700, sausalito womansclub.org

APR 2 Taste of Yountville Taste of Yountville boasts a selection of delicious food, local premium wine, microbrews, crafts and a variety of entertainment options. Various locations (Yountville).

707.944.0904, yountville.com

APR 23 Spring Fling at Slide Ranch Ring in springtime with sheep-shearing, live music, animal encounters, organic food and hands-on farm and craft activities.

Slide Ranch (Muir Beach). 415.381.6155, slideranch.org

APR 5–10 Bouquets to Art 2016 More than 125 Bay Area floral designers take to the de Young for an annual weeklong exhibition where designers create floral art inspired by the museum’s permanent

APR 30 Marin Open Studios Preview Gala Sip wine and enjoy small bites while picking up an Artist Tour Guide to plan your custom open studios tour for the first two

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weekends in May. Each of the 250 participating artists will have one work on display. 302 Bon Air Center (Greenbrae).

415.343.5667, marinopenstudios.com APR 30 10,000 Degrees: One Amazing Night Gala Join 10,000 Degrees for its 35th- anniversary celebration, which will benefi students in the program. Enjoy cocktails and dinner prepared by chef Heidi Krahling while hearing from 10,000 Degrees students. Marin Center Exhibition Hall (San Rafael). 415.451.4013, 10000degrees.org APR 30 Marinovators Observe and revel in the collective creativity and ingenuity of local student scientists, engineers, designers and makers. Projects demonstrate aptitude in areas such as environmental science, robots, virtual reality, coding and much more. College of Marin Academic Center (Kentfield). marinovators.org APR 30 Art and Wine Social Enjoy an art show featuring the creative works of several Marin Ventures participants. Continue the evening with live music, wine, dinner and live and silent auctions, all with a goal of fundraising for Marin Ventures, an integrative day program for developmentally disabled adults. Marin Country Club (Novato).

415.382.6700, marinventures.org

celebrate all things Sonoma County by meeting local farmers, vintners and artisans while enjoying bites, sips, tours and demonstrations. Various locations (Sonoma County). 707.837.8896, farmtrails.org

FILM THRU APR 3 Sonoma International Film Festival Enjoy more than 100 hand-selected films — from documentary and world cinema to shorts and animation — supplemented by intimate panels with filmmakers, actors and directors, as well as fun and festive after-events. Various locations (Sonoma).

707.933.2600, sonomafilmfest.org APR 2–6 Madama Butterfly Anthony Minghella’s breathtaking production of the Puccini classic is presented live from the Metropolitan Opera, allowing you to enjoy the show from the comfort of your Marin County theater seat. Lark Theater (Larkspur).

415.924.5111, larktheater.net APR 12 As You Like It Watch as Vanessa Redgrave makes an early splash on the silver screen as Rosalind in the 1971 presentation of Shakespeare’s As You Like It, shown in its original black and white format. Lark Theater (Larkspur).

415.924.5111, larktheater.net

APR 30–MAY 1 Blossoms, Bees and Barnyard Babies Go farm-hopping and

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Out & About / CALENDAR NATURE WALKS & TALKS ONGOING First Tuesday ArtWalk Join the Mill Valley Arts Commission each month for a stroll through town to view exhibits by local artists. Various locations (Mill Valley). cityofmillvalley.org ONGOING Free First Wednesdays Visit the Bay Area Discovery Museum the first Wednesday of every month for an outing full of exploration and fun. Bay Area Discovery Museum (Sausalito).

415.339.3900, baykidsmuseum.org Experiments in Environment: The Halprin Workshops, 1966–1971 at California Historical Society, S.F.

ONGOING Sunday Hikes on Mount Tam Cap off our weekend with a three- to fivemile group hike up Mount Tamalpais.

Each trek is led by a Friends of Mount Tam volunteer. Various locations (Mill Valley).

415.258.2410, friends ofmttam.org APR 3 Wildflowers to Waterfalls Head to Cascade Canyon in the company of local rangers to observe the varied habitats present in this unique natural area. Doc Edgar Park (Fairfax). marincountyparks.org APR 4 Tiny Moons Around Asteroids SETI’s Franck Marchis discusses the adaptive optics technology that

One Week Only! April 5–10, 2016 Peonies and Picasso. Hydrangeas and Hockney. Art and nature come together to spectacular effect during Bouquets to Art, on view in the de Young galleries.

Speakers for BTA 2016: India Hicks, Designer and Entrepreneur Danielle Hahn, Rose Story Farms Annette Kunz, Occasion!

Carolyne Roehm, Author and Designer Alisa Carroll, San Francisco Cottage and Gardens Panelists include: Christina Stembel, Farmgirl Flowers, and Allison Futeral, Crimson Horticulture Rarities Check out the Bouquets to Art website for more information and to purchase tickets: deyoungmuseum.org/bouquets GRAND PATRON Diane B. Wilsey

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makes it possible to image several multiple asteroid systems, as well as NASA and ESA space mission concepts designed to explore these new worlds.

California Academy of Sciences (SF).

415.379.8000, calacademy.org APR 9 Woolly Egg Ranch Spring Farm Tour Bring the entire family to this celebration of all things spring, including blooming flowers, frolicking lambs and hatching chicks. Tam Valley Community Center (Mill Valley).

415.388.6393, tcsd.us APR 11 Democracy Now! Host and executive producer of daily news program Democracy

Now! Amy Goodman and independent journalist David Goodman discuss their new book with Denis Moynihan, titled, aptly, Democracy Now! Nourse Theater (SF). 415.392.4400, cityarts.net APR 16 Moonlight Hike at Ring Mountain Along with a ranger, enjoy the opportunity to visit the preserve after dark while discussing and learning about Marin's nocturnal wildlife. Ring Mountain (Tiburon). marincountyparks.org APR 16 So You Think Your Life’s a Movie?

And How to Sell It Embrace your inner storyteller. Whether your medium is screenwriting, creative writing, memoir or

essays, this class offers the nuts-and-bolts in the form of the industry-accepted three-act structure of a film, including plot points, subplots, character and dialogue that works.

Book Passage (Corte Madera). 415.927.0960, bookpassage.com APR 17 Nature for Kids: Bahia Children are invited to explore the wildflower spotted ridge while looking for birds, butterflies and more. Bahia Trailhead (Novato). marincountyparks.org APR 18 The Power of Gaming Jane McGonigal joins science educator Kishore Hari to discuss McGonigal’s games that help

improve real lives and address realworld problems.

Nourse Theater (SF).

415.392.4400, cityarts.net APR 20–MAY 25 Digital Photography for Kids Aspiring young photographers are invited to join Image Flow's own Constance Chu as she teaches referential history, basic work flow and how to operate a camera and develop film over a six-session course.

The Image Flow (Mill Valley). 415.388.3569, theimageflo .com APR 23 Earth Day at Corte Madera Creek Celebrate our planet with the entire family at this special event in partnership with Marin County Parks’

Kirk Schroeder.

Begin with a short hike — keeping an eye out for birds and otters — and finish the day with lunch and playtime. Corte Madera Creek (Corte Madera). 415.456.7283, wildcarebayarea.org APR 23 Earth Day Service Projects: It's Our Turn to Lead Celebrate the planet by partaking in one of a variety of familyfriendly environmental projects offered around the county. Various locations (Marin). myearthdaymarin.org APR 29–MAY 1 Vineyard to Vintner Weekend Head to Napa Valley’s Stags Leap District for intimate library wine dinners,

winery open houses, private tastings and brunch with Stags Leap District owners and winemakers.

Various locations (Napa Valley). 707.255.1720, stagsleapdistrict.com APR 30–MAY 30 San Francisco Decorator Showcase More than two dozen interior and landscape designers along with artists and photographers converge to make over 30-plus rooms and outdoor spaces in a Telegraph Hill mansion. Villa de Martini (SF). 415.447.5830, decoratorshowcase.org

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de la Renta THE RETROSPECTIVE

M A R 1 2 – M A Y 3 0, 2 0 1 6 Oscar de la Renta’s designs celebrated the best in us — beauty, optimism, and confidence. See more than 130 ensembles in the first major retrospective to pay tribute to one of the most beloved and influential fashion icons of our time.

This exhibition is organized by the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco with the collaboration of Oscar de la Renta LLC. Presenting Sponsors: Cynthia Fry Gunn and John A. Gunn. Director’s Circle: Diane B. Wilsey. Curator’s Circle: Lisa and Douglas Goldman Fund, The Diana Dollar Knowles Foundation, Marissa Mayer and Zachary Bogue, and Yurie and Carl Pascarella. Benefactor’s Circle: Paula and Bandel Carano, Stephanie and Jim Marver, Neiman Marcus, and Jennifer and Steven Walske. Patron’s Circle: Mrs. Carole McNeil and Mr. and Mrs. Joseph O. Tobin II. Additional support is provided by Mrs. George Hopper Fitch, and Mr. and Mrs. William Hamilton.

Photo: Arthur Elgort for Vogue US, March 1999

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CORTE MADERA BENISSIMO Italian “Benissimo” means “really, really good” in Italian. Aside from the daily 4 to 6 p.m. happy hour, (drinks $3 to $5, small plates $5 to $7.50), the menu offers a large selection of pizza, pasta and large plates, like cioppino, fresh fishes of the day, T-bone steaks and the signature Benissimo Burger or portobello burger. Specials include all-day happy hour on Mondays, no-corkage Tuesdays, Wednesday night martinis, and live music on Thursdays.

18 Tamalpais Dr, 415.927.2316, benissimos.com s $$$ s D º

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• FARM BURGER American This burger chain is known for 100%

grassfed meats and something that’s not nearly as commonplace – alcoholic milkshakes. So if you want to put a little tang in your dessert, try one of their golden state cider floats or a mission hard root beer. Other fares include a pastured pig banh mi, a superfood salad, as well as a lil farmers menu for kids. 882 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, 415.785.4802, farmburger.net b $$ s ∞ LD

BLUE BARN GOURMET American The first Marin outpost of the S.F.-based eatery has proven very popular.

The menu includes customizable salads, toasted sandwiches, soups and more, prepared with locally harvested produce and proteins. Try the buffalo milk gelato from Double 8 Dairy of West Marin. Corte Madera Town Ctr, 415.927.1104, bluebarngourmet.com b $$ s ∞ LD º

BOCA PIZZERIA Italian This Italian-inspired pizzeria utilizes Northern California’s bounty of seasonal ingredients and showcases local microbreweries and wine country’s boutique varietals. The menu includes large selections of appetizers to share, organic salads when available, pastas, local free-range poultry and meats, desserts and Neapolitan-style pizzas with house-made mozzarella. 1544 Redwood Hwy, 415.924.3021, bocapizzeria.com s $$ s ∞ C LD º BRICK & BOTTLE California Seasonal selections made with local ingredients are the specialty here, with service also available for private parties and catered events. Enjoy signature dishes like orzo mac ’n’ cheese with smoked Gouda and petrale sole and tomato-braised short ribs. The restaurant has been voted “Best Happy Hour,” by Marin Magazine readers. 55 Tamal Vista Blvd, 415.924.3366, brickandbottle.com s $$$ s ∞ C D º

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CAFE VERDE California This revamped cafe offers wraps, paninis, salads, tea and more nearly all day long.

Enjoy any of these items inside or out on the patio and be sure to inquire about the German and Belgian beer samplers.

502 Tamalpais Dr, 415.927.1060, cafeverdemarin.com b $ ∞ BLD º IL FORNAIO Italian This upscale Italian restaurant franchise’s menu offers, aside from the pizzas and pastas, a variety of salads and carb-free entrées. 223 Corte Madera Town Ctr, 415.927.4400, ilfornaio.com s $$ s ∞ C LD BR LA MAISON DE LA REINE Vietnamese Enjoy family-style Vietnamese dishes at this lovely restaurant, located in the Town Center. The crunchy cabbage chicken salad with peanuts, fresh spring rolls and combinations of pho are popular picks. 346 Corte Madera Town Ctr, 415.927.0288, lamaison delareine.com b $$ s ∞ C LD MARIN JOE’S Italian This Marin mainstay has been around for over 50 years. Choose from a menu of soups, salads, seafood, mesquite-grilled or sautéed meats and a plethora of pasta options. For a fun addition to your dining experience, order the Caesar salad — the server will prepare the dressing at your table.

Not looking for a meal?

Enjoy a drink at the well-known piano bar.

1585 Casa Buena Dr, 415.924.2081, marin joesrestaurant.com s $$ s C LD

PACIFIC CATCH PanAsian The well-priced menu features freshly caught items and Pacific Rim-inspired small or main plates, including wasabi bowls filled with white or brown rice, veggies and a choice of chicken, beef or fish (cooked or raw). Pacific Catch is successfully modeled after the Paia Fish House on Maui, down to the chalkboard menu and Hawaiian music. 133 Corte Madera Town Ctr, 415.927.3474, pacificcatch com s $$ s ∞ C LD º PIG IN A PICKLE American Fresh local ingredients and the highest-quality brisket, pork, ribs and chicken comprise the menu of this Town Center eatery. Sauces are crafted to represent the best American barbecue regions, from Memphis to South Carolina.

House-made pickles, buns and sausages will keep you coming back.

341 Corte Madera Town Ctr, 415.891.3265, pig inapicklebbq.com b $$$ s ∞ BLD

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THE COUNTER California/American Customers can build C their own salads and M burgers with fresh ingredients. Burgers Y are made with allnatural Angus beef, CM turkey, chicken or MY bison. Gluten-free options and a vegan CY veggie burger are avail-CMY able. The restaurant also has patio seating, K an airy kick-back vibe, and a popular happy hour (give the adult milkshake a try!). 201 Corte Madera Town Ctr 415.924.7000, thecounterburger.com s $$ s ∞ LD º

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• LUNA BLU Sicilian The menu changes daily, incorporating seasonal, fresh and organic produce.

The restaurant has partnered with the Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch, so all the seafood is sustainable. 35 Main St, 415.789.5844 s $$$ s ∞ LD

THREE BIRDS WINE BAR California This oneroom bar and wine shop features more than 20 options by the glass and a selection of bottles to take home. Enjoy an array of cheese and charcuterie in addition to other bar snacks in the comfortable lounge.

207 Corte Madera Ave, 415.927.9466, three birdswinebar.com b $$ ∞ º VEGGIE GRILL Vegan/ Vegetarian Veggie Grill is a fast-casual restaurant chain that celebrates the veggie by offering a variety of hot sandwiches and burgers, entree salads, bowls, home-style plates, shareable sides, organic teas and housemade desserts prepared with vegetables, fruits, grains and nuts. 100 Corte Madera Town Ctr, 415.945.8954, veggiegrill.com b $ s ∞ LD

FAIRFAX 123 BOLINAS California Created by four friends wanting to showcase seasonal fare in a relaxing, intimate environment, this cozy, one-room eatery offers locally brewed beer, small-production wines and seasonal food along with the view of Bolinas Park through the floorto-ceiling windows. 123 Bolinas St, 415.488.5123, 123bolinas.com b $$ s ∞ D º BAREFOOT CAFE American Chef Tony Senehi prepares fresh Californian dishes made with local, organic ingredients, from sustainable sources. A popular brunch location, neighbors and tourists come to this quaint restaurant in the heart of Fairfax for everything from their eggs benedict to panna cotta dessert. 1900 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, 415.460.2160, barefootcafe.com b $$ s BLD

GRILLY’S Mexican If you’re looking for a quick, fresh meal, Grilly’s is an easy and delicious stop. Pick up a couple burritos and the much-loved chicken taco salad and you have a lunch or dinner to please the whole family. 1 Bolinas Ave, 415.457.6171, grillys.com $ s ∞ C BLD IRON SPRINGS PUB & BREWERY American Choose from an extensive beer list, and enjoy your selection with an ale-braised barbecue pork sandwich, prawn tacos or the house-ground chicken bacon cheeseburger. 765 Center Blvd, 415.485.1005, ironspringspub.com b $$ s ∞ C LD º SORELLA CAFFE Italian Run by sisters Sonia and Soyara, Sorella, which means “sister” in Italian, serves fresh Italian food with a northern influence. Customer favorites include the cioppino, butternut squash ravioli and Pollo alla Sorella. Another

highlight is the giant wheel of Grana Padana cheese. And if that isn’t enough, stop by for live music every second and fourth Thursday of the month, as well as accordion music every Friday and a piano, bass and drums combo every Saturday. 107 Bolinas Rd, 415.258.4520, sorellacaffe.co b $$$ s D

LARKSPUR AMALFI RISTORANTE Italian Antonio Volpicelli, of Don Antonio in Tiburon, has taken over the old Fabrizio space and filled it with more traditional Italian cuisine. The menu offers an assortment of classic dishes like orgonzola gnocchi, veal parmesan, carbonara and an extensive wine list. Guests are welcome to enjoy any one of these items on the spacious outdoor patio. 455 Magnolia Ave, 415.924.3332, amalfi ristorantelarkspur.com b $$ ∞ LD

BELCAMPO MEAT CO. American The goods at this meatery are delivered from the certified-organic Belcampo Farms near Mount Shasta, dedicated to practicing a holistic approach to pasture management.

Try the classic grilled items, like the roasted tri-tip sandwich or the sloppy joe. Marin Country Mart, 2405 Larkspur Landing Circle, 415.448.5810, belcampomeatco.com b $$ ∞ LD BR EL HUARACHE LOCO Mexican The menu has gained quite a following for the authentic Mexico City dishes.

From mini huaraches (filled corn masa cakes) to the foot-long huarache with two salsas, crema, queso fresco and two toppings of your choice, you’re sure to get a true taste of a homemade Mexican meal. Marin Country Mart, 1803 Larkspur Landing Circle, 415.925.1403, huaracheloco.com b $ s ∞ BLD EMPORIO RULLI Italian Renowned for its Northern Italian specialties and treats, the Larkspur location (there are three others) is a favored spot for lunch as well as coffee and a sweet treat.

464 Magnolia Ave, 415.924.7478, rulli.com $$ s ∞ BL FARM HOUSE LOCAL California This downtown Larkspur gem is sure to please with simple, healthy food in a warm, cozy atmosphere — both inside and outside on the covered patio. The seasonal menu follows what is fresh and local with dishes such as fluffy

omelets stuffed with local meats, cheeses and vegetables. 25 Ward St, 415.891.8577, farm houselocal.com b $$ s ∞ BL FARMSHOP California Located in the Marin Country Mart since 2013, Farmshop Marin has quickly become a top spot here in the county. Indoor and outdoor seating available.

Marin Country Mart, 2233 Larkspur Landing Circle, 415.755.6700, farmshopca.com s $$$ s ∞ C LD BR LEFT BANK RESTAURANT French Known for award-winning French cuisine and a lively brasserie ambience, this corner spot on Magnolia Avenue rates high with locals.

Those with a small appetite (or budget) can opt for happy hour appetizers (4 to 6:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to close, Monday to Friday), most priced under $6. 507 Magnolia Ave, 415.927.3331, leftbank.com s $$$ s ∞ C LD BR MARIN BREWING CO. American Grab a cold beer made on site and pair it with fish ’n’ chips — in this case fresh cod dipped in Mt. Tam pale ale batter, served with steak fries and homemade tartar sauce — or another item from the all-American menu.

Marin Country Mart, 1809 Larkspur Landing Circle, 415.461.4677, marinbrewing.com b $$ s ∞ LD º PICCO California Popular since its inception, Picco has a seasonally driven menu featuring items such as risotto (made every half hour) that keep patrons coming

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back. Pizzeria Picco next door is famous for its wood-fired pizzas, wine selection and softserve Straus Family Creamery ice cream.

320 Magnolia Ave, 415.924.0300, restaurantpicco.com s $$$ s ∞ C D

MILL VALLEY BALBOA CAFE MILL VALLEY California The San Francisco institution has become a place to see and be seen in Mill Valley, especially after 142 Throckmorton comedy nights. Menu includes Niman flatiron steak, braised beef brisket risotto and classic burgers. 38 Miller Ave, 415.381.7321, balboacafe.com s $$$ ∞ LD BR º BOO KOO Asian Authentic Asian street food for $10 or less.

The restaurant offers options for every eater—vegans, glutenfrees, vegetarians and carnivores. Popular items include chicken pho, vegan summer rolls, pad thai and five-spice pork satay, all made with organic, locally sourced veggies and proteins. 25 Miller Ave, 415.888.8303, eatbookoo.com b $ s ∞ LD BUNGALOW 44 American One of Mill Valley’s neighborhood hot spots, featuring contemporary California comfort food, signature cocktails, fine wine, and one-dollar oysters from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. every day. 44 E. Blithedale Ave, 415.381.2500, bungalow44.com s $$$ s ∞ C D

CAFE DEL SOUL California Healthy options become addicting ones at this Tam Valley eatery. Once you stop in for the deliciously fresh Hummus Yummus wrap, you’ll have to return to sample the Chipotle Sunrise Rice Bowl. A casual lunch spot and great for takeout, Cafe del Soul now offers a range of quinoa options.

247 Shoreline Hwy, 415.388.1852, cafedelsoul.net $ s ∞ LD CANTINA Mexican The popular family restaurant serves traditional Mexican fare including soups, salads, sandwiches and sizzling fajitas in lunch-size portions and at lunchsize prices. An outdoor fire pit provides the option of alfresco dining, or take in the lively atmosphere indoors.

Stop by for drinks and appetizers Monday to Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. 651 E. Blithedale, 415.381.1070, thecantina.com s $$$ s ∞ C LD BR º

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DIPSEA CAFE Comfort This longtime breakfast spot has been serving up tasty pancakes and egg dishes with homemade biscuits since 1986. Try a biscuit with a poached egg and sausage or with just plain butter. Lunch specialties include BLTs, tuna melts and generous Cobb salads.. 200 Shoreline Hwy, 415.381.0298, dipseacafe.com b $$ s ∞ BL EL PASEO American This award-wining eatery in the heart of downtown Mill Valley has been voted most romantic restaurant in Northern California.

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Built from Mount Tam railroad ties and brick in 1947, El Paseo was restored by owner Sammy Hagar in 2009. The menu offers California and European fare and an extensive wine list.

17 Throckmorton Ave, 415.388.0741, elpaseomillvalley.com b $$ ∞ C D FRANTOIO RISTORANTE Italian This 6,000-squarefoot eatery is centered around the in-house olive press, which produces a special blend popular with locals. For special occasions and private parties, reserve the olive-press room.

The popular weekday happy hour starts at 4:30 p.m. 152 Shoreline Hwy, 415.289.5777, frantoio.com s $$$ ∞ C LD º GRILLY’S Mexican Grilly’s is an easy and delicious stop. Pick up a couple burritos and the much-loved chicken taco salad and you have a lunch or dinner to please the whole family. 493 Miller Ave, 415.381.3278, grillys.com b $ s ∞ C BLD BR HARMONY Chinese Enjoy a lighter take on Chinese at this restaurant, nestled in the Strawberry Village.

The barbecue pork bun is filled with housemade roasted meat in a savory sauce, and fresh mussels are accented with red chili and Thai basil. Pair your pick with wine, beer or tea.

Be sure to check out the weekday lunch special for an excellent deal.

Strawberry Village, 415.381.5300, harmony restaurantgroup.com b $$ s LD

JOE’S TACO LOUNGE Mexican Joe’s serves up fish tacos, burritos and enchiladas as well as more unusual items like Mexican pizza, tofu tostada and crab tostadas. Colorful interior and quick service make this a fun, easy stop.

If there are too many unsupervised kids for a peaceful meal, takeout is easy too. If you stay, grab a selection of hot sauce bottles from the wall and find your perfect match. 382 Miller Ave, 415.383. 8164, joestacolounge.com b $$ s ∞ BLD KITCHEN SUNNYSIDE American This brunch stop brings some gourmet to your morning with options like Dungeness crab hash, mascarpone-stuffed French toast, eggs Florentine and bottomless mimosas. Lunch options like paninis and burgers are also available. 31 Sunnyside Ave, 415.326.5159, kitchensunnyside.com b $$ s BL BR LA GINESTRA Italian A favorite family spot for over 30 years; getting a table or booth here can take awhile. While this old-school Italian eatery is known for traditional pastas, veal dishes, pizzas and dry martinis, the familiar wait staff s also part of the attraction. 127 Throckmorton Ave, 415.388.0224, laginestramv.com s $$ s D MILL VALLEY BEERWORKS American Known for handcrafted beers, imported and local microbrews and house-made kombucha and root beer, this popular downtown Mill Valley neighborhood brewery is also a

full-blown restaurant.

Choose from a large selection of small plates, including king oyster mushrooms, roasted potatoes and grilled squid, and a small list of large portions like confit rabbit.

173 Throckmorton Ave, 415.888.8218, mill valleybeerworks.com b $$$ D BR PIATTI RISTORANTE AND BAR Italian The staff rides itself on capturing the warm and welcoming atmosphere of a traditional Italian trattoria. Get a table by the window or on the outdoor deck for a truly exceptional view right on the water. Peruse the impressive selection of Italian wines to accompany your rustic seasonal meal.

625 Redwood Hwy, 415.380.2525, piatti.com s $$ s ∞ C LD BR MOLINA California Focusing on woodfired, California coastal cuisine, the menu features items cooked in the famed Alan Scott oven and selected from Marin County’s farmers’ markets, including shellfish, oysters, rabbit, pig, quail and cattle. Both the menu and the music change nightly. 17 Madrona St, 415.383.4200, molinarestaurant.com b $$$ ∞ D BR PIZZA ANTICA Italian This Italianinspired restaurant in Strawberry Village offers much more than impeccably prepared thin-crust pizzas.

The seasonal dishes are created with local ingredients and include chopped salads, housemade pastas, and meat, fish and fowl entrees, such as the Tuscan fried chicken and roasted

pork chop. 800 Redwood Hwy, 415.383.0600, pizzaantica.com b $$ s LD BR º THE PLANT CAFE California The cafe offers healthy food made from local, organic ingredients. Stop by for a California-inspired meal, raw organic juice, a diet-supplementing smoothie or a delicious dessert. Strawberry Village, 415.388.8658, theplantcafe.com b $$ s ∞ BL BR PRABH INDIAN KITCHEN Indian Owned and operated by the Singh family, this restaurant is dedicated to serving healthy, organic and sustainable food, including gluten-free and vegan options. Dishes include chicken pakora, vegetable biryani and basil garlic nan. Try the thali menu (offered at lunch), a selection of several Indian dishes served at once. 24 Sunnyside Ave, 415.384.824, prabhindiankitchen.com b $$ s ∞ LD ROBATA GRILL AND SUSHI Japanese Robata translates as “by the fireside”; fittingly, food here can be cooked on an open fire and served in appetizer-size portions to pass around the table. Or simply order your own sushi or entree from the menu.

591 Redwood Hwy, 415.381.8400, robatagrill.com b $$ s LD SHORELINE COFFEE SHOP American Tucked away in a parking lot at Tam Junction, this coffee shop is a funky diner with a smalltown feel. Check out the mix of Mexican and traditional breakfast

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fare. 221 Shoreline Hwy, 415.388.9085 b $$ s ∞ BL BR SOL FOOD Puerto Rican This Marin favorite has opened in Mill Valley, still serving up everyone’s favorite Puerto Rican cuisine.

The line can get long, but the food is well worth it. 401 Miller Ave, 415.380.1986, solfoodrestaurant.com $$ s ∞ BLD SWEETWATER MUSIC HALL CAFE American Located at the entrance of Sweetwater Music Hall, the cafe is dedicated to the FLOSS philosophy: Fresh, Local, Organic, Seasonal and Sustainable. Offering breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch, the menu includes brown-butter scrambled eggs on avocado toast, crispy chicken sliders with gingery cabbage slaw and vegan Thai spring rolls with sweet-and-sour sauce.

19 Corte Madera Ave, 415.388.3850, sweet watermusichall.com s $$ s ∞ BLD BR º TAMALPIE Italian Owner Karen Goldberg designed this restaurant with a large group seating area, indoor and outdoor fireplaces, and a small casual bar.

The food is Italian home cooking with the daily modern inspiration of locally sourced seasonal ingredients found in the salads, house-made pastas and crispy Neapolitan style pizza, with a selection of beer and wine to match. 477 Miller Ave, 415.388.7437, tamalpiepizza.com s $$ s ∞ C LD

THEP LELA Thai This jewel is tucked away in the back of Strawberry Village. Diners come for the tasty kee mao noodles, pad thai, fresh rolls and extensive bar menu. It’s also a great place for lunch.

615 Strawberry Village, 415.383.3444, theplela.com s $$ s ∞ LD URBAN REMEDY Juice With a selection of juices, snacks and bowls including plenty of gluten-free, grain-free, and low-glycemic-index options, this is a popular stop. Raw desserts round things out. Try the namesake salad or give the cashew milk with cinnamon and vanilla a shot to see what Urban Remedy is all about. 15 E Blithedale Ave, 415.383.5300, urbanremedy.com $$ ∞ BLD

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VASCO Italian Whether you’re at a table, the bar or the back counter, you can expect an intimate and tasty dining experience in this one-room trattoria. Try one of the pasta dishes or thincrust wood-fired pizzas.

106 Throckmorton Ave, 415.381.3343, vasco millvalley.com s $$ s D

NOVATO BOCA PIZZERIA Italian Enjoy authentic pizza prepared with fresh mozzarella made in-house daily and tomatoes imported from Italy. Enjoy weekly specials, such as 50 percent off ll wines by the bottle on Wednesdays and half off raft beers on Thursdays. 454 Ignacio Blvd, 415.883.2302, bocapizzeria.com b $$ s ∞ C LD

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SMASHBURGER American This burger joint invented, and makes use of, a patented smashing tool that turns a fresh (never frozen) certified Angus beef meatball into a burger patty while it’s on a hot buttered grill. Pair that burger with a Häagen-Dazs milkshake and a side of haystack onion rings.

7320 Redwood Blvd, 415.408.6560, smashburger.com b $ s ∞ LD

BOCA TAVERN American Bring a date or celebrate a special event at this classic steak house, which features wholesome American fare.

Favorites include the mac ’n’cheese croquettes, hanger steak and duck-fat fries. 340 Ignacio Blvd, 415.883.0901, bocasteak.com s $$$ s ∞ C LD º HILLTOP 1892 California In a historic country estate in Novato with sweeping views, enjoy classic favorites with a California flair.

There’s a private banquet room for special events. 850 Lamont Ave, 415.893.1892, hilltop1892.com s $$$ s ∞ C LD BR º JENNIE LOW’S Chinese Cuisine Chinese Traditional dishes, including Cantonese, Mandarin, Szechuan and Hunan delicacies.

If you don’t see your

favorite, let the restaurant know; whenever possible, they’re happy to try and prepare dishes off enu. The pot stickers are the best around. 120 Vintage Way, 415.892.8838, jennielow.com b $ s LD LEFT COAST DEPOT American Located in Old Town Novato, this eatery serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Menu items include sticky ribs, roasted beet and cauliflower salad and old-fashioned meatloaf.

Ask your server about the nightly threecourse Depot Dinner Meal. 807 Grant Ave, 415.897.7707, leftcoastdepot.com b $$ s ∞ BLD MARVIN’S RESTAURANT American Voted “Best Breakfast in Novato,” this spot is known for serving up generous portions of Americanstyle breakfast and

lunch fare at a great value. The corned beef hash, benedicts and superb service attract a consistent crowd all year round. 1112 Grant Ave, 415.892.4482 $s∞ RICKEY’S RESTAURANT & BAR American Besides a full-service restaurant and bar (with banquet and meeting rooms), this comfort food bastion offers poolside dining and a garden patio overlooking green lawns. 250 Entrada Dr, 415.883.9477, rickeysrestaurant.com s $$ s ∞ C D º RUSTIC BAKERY California Organic pastries, breads, salads and sandwiches are on the menu here, including daily seasonal specials.

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THE SPEAKEASY American There’s nothing like the comfort of a solid burger and beer when you’re kicking back and watching the game, and the Speakeasy provides you with just that.

In addition to the 10 beers on tap, you can go beyond traditional pub grub with treats like a deconstructed salmon salad. 504 Alameda del Prado, 415.883.7793, thespeakeasynovato.com bº TOAST American Toast Novato features outdoor dining and contemporary architecture

by Stanley Saitowitz.

The spacious restaurant is ideal for large parties and families looking for generous portions of comfort food. 5800 Nave Dr, 415.382.1144, toastnovato.com b $$ s BLD

ROSS MARCHE AUX FLEURS French A local favorite known for cuisine showcasing locally farmed produce, wild and fresh seafood and

free-range meats prepared with an artisan’s touch, accompanied by a lengthy wine and beer list (bacon, wine and beer are available for sale). Thursday night is hamburger night; requesting your burger with your reservation is recommended (quantities are limited). 23 Ross Common, 415.925.9200, marcheauxfleur restaurant.com b $$ s ∞ D

SAN ANSELMO BAAN THAI CUISINE Thai Known for its mango sticky rice, this restaurant is committed to bringing their customers fresh, local and seasonal food.

Warm up with the tom kha soup or stave off he heat with a lychee iced tea. 726 San Anselmo Ave, 415.457.9470, baanthaimarin.com b $$ LD COMFORTS CAFE American Established in 1986, Comforts has a cozy sit-down patio and serves breakfast, lunch and weekend brunch.

A large take-out section offers fresh bakery items, seasonal salads, soups, sandwiches and even entrees for dinner at home. Besides the famous and popular Chinese chicken salad, other winners are the stuffed pecan-crusted French toast, flavorful scrambles, Chicken Okasan ( nicknamed “Crack Chicken” by fans) and wonton soup.

335 San Anselmo Ave, 415.454.9840, comfortscafe.com b $$ s ∞ BL BR FLOUR CRAFT BAKERY California The artisan pastries, fresh bread, desserts, special-occasion cakes and lunch items are all gluten- and

peanut-free, with dairy-free and vegan options available.

Customer favorites include the cacao nib and walnut coffee cake, flourless hazelnut fudge brownies, and the signature granolas. 702 San Anselmo Ave, 415.453.3100, flourcraftbakery.com $ s ∞ BL INSALATA’S Mediterranean Award-winning chef Heidi Krahling offers Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes prepared with delicious produce and artisan meats.120 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, 415.457.7700, insalatas.com s $$$ s C LD BR L’APPART RESTO French French specialties, local favorites and a $35 three- course prix fixe menu are served up in an energetic yet sophisticated environment. 636 San Anselmo Ave, 415.256.9884, lappartresto.com b $$$ s ∞ LD BR MARINITAS Mexican The sister restaurant of Insalata’s continues to flourish as a center for creative Latin cuisine in Marin. It may not be as low-priced as most local Mexican restaurants, but this is not your typical southof-the-border spot. 218 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, 415.454.8900, marinitas.net s $$ s LD BR M.H. BREAD AND BUTTER California This one-stop shop offers everything from coffee and pastries to artisan bread and braised meats. Highquality ingredients and a comfortable atmosphere make

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MH worth checking out. 101 San Anselmo Ave, 415.755.4575, mhbreadandbutter.com $$ s ∞ BL BR PIZZALINA Italian Pizzas are handmade and cooked in a wood oven; other classic Italian items include shrimp risotto and a burrata antipasto dish. Menus change daily according to the seasonal markets but always feature salads, antipastos, house-made pastas and main dishes.

914 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, 415.256.9780, pizzalina.com b $$ s ∞ LD º TACO JANE’S Mexican Named after the owner’s mother, this casual, colorful place welcomes the whole family. Don’t miss out on Jane’s handmade agave margarita or grilled plantains with crema. 21 Tamalpais Ave, 415.454.6562, tacojanes.com s $$ s ∞ LD BR VALENTI & CO. Italian This bright and cozy space is the ideal environment for authentic Italian dishes made with local ingredients.

A seat at the chef’s table gives a prime view of the open kitchen.

337 San Anselmo Ave, 415.454.7800, valentico.com b $$$ D

SAN RAFAEL AMICI’S EAST COAST PIZZERIA California A wide array of thin-crust pizzas, freshly made pastas and salads are the ticket here, along with flame-roasted lemon chicken wings, for dine-in, takeout and delivery. Gluten-free pizza crust is available. 1242 Fourth St,

415.455.9777, amicis.com b $$ s ∞ LD º BEST LIL’ PORKHOUSE American For a selection of authentic Southern appetizers, smoked ribs, pulled pork, outstanding wings, sliders and homemade barbecue sauce, head to this barbecue joint just off Highway 101. The vibe is honky-tonk and the bar boasts two pool tables and several televisions always tuned into the latest sporting events. Opt for a “Stina,” the famous pomegranate/jalapeño margarita. 2042 Fourth St, 415.457.7675, bestlilporkhouse.com s $$ s C LD BR º GREEN CHILE KITCHEN Mexican Don’t let the name fool you; while green chilies are present on the menu, many other varieties are also featured. From the organic, house made, blue corn tortillas to the red chile chicken wings, this restaurant located in downtown San Rafael offers a cornucopia of hues and flavors. 1335 Fourth St, 415.521.5691, greenchilekitchen.com b $$ s LD FENIX California An intimate live-music venue in the heart of downtown San Rafael, Fenix features globally inspired California cuisine with a Southern French twist. Dishes like fried green tomatoes or 72-hour sous-vide short ribs, accompanied by a glass from the extensive wine list, define the experience. 919 Fourth St, 415.813.5600, fenixlive.com s $$$ s C BLD BR º

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FLATIRON American Owned by one of Iron Springs Pub and Brewery’s original brewers, the remodeled Flatiron is where refined American bar food lives happily in its ideal environment – among a bevy of craft beers. This polished sports bar offers food like chili lime cauliflower, classic sandwiches, as well as truffle and waffle fries in a space that also features classic arcade games. 724 B St, 415.453.4318, flatironsanrafael.com s $$ LD º IL DAVIDE Italian The large selection of innovative and classic Tuscan dishes and house-made pasta has kept locals coming back for years. Ingredients are organic and locally sourced where possible, and there’s a vast selection of both Italian and California wines by the glass. Don’t leave without trying the limoncello. 901 A St, 415.454.8080, ildavide.net s $$$ s ∞ C LD

JOHNNY DOUGHNUTS Breakfast The fresh doughnuts are handmade in small batches with local dairy products in the dough and fillings. Stop by the shop or have the food truck come to you. 1617 Fourth St, 415.450.1866, johnnydoughnuts.com $ s BL LA TOSCANA RISTORANTE & BAR Italian Family owned and operated since 1985, La Toscana has completed an extensive interior and exterior renovation, transforming an already popular San Rafael gathering spot into a place for any occasion. The menu features classics like gnocchi and carbonara and an ample selection of wine. 3751 Redwood Hwy, 415.492.9100, ristorantelatoscana.com s $$$ s ∞ C LD º LOTUS CUISINE OF INDIA RESTAURANT Indian Family owned and operated since 1999, Lotus serves up organic North Indian cuisine with many vegan and vegetarian

options. The restaurant is a certified green business with an energy-efficient kitchen and features a retractable rooftop and exotic interior decor with casual pink-tablecloth settings. The reasonably priced dishes are made with local, nonGMO and gluten-free ingredients. 704 Fourth St, 415.456.5808, lotusrestaurant.com b $$ s C LD MCINNIS PARK GOLF CLUB RESTAURANT American Grab a meal prepared by chef Chris Harman before or after hitting the driving range (or even without picking up a club). Outdoor seating is popular, as is the full bar, with a selection of premium Scotches, small-batch bourbons and more than 50 wines from California vineyards. McInnis Park, 415.491.5959, mcinnis parkgolfcenter.com s $$$ ∞ C LD MULBERRY STREET PIZZERIA Italian Chef Ted Rowe won first place in the Food

Network Television Pizza Challenge with his For the Love of Mushroom pizza —sautéed mushrooms in a creamy garlic sauce and a red wine reduction atop a fresh crust.

Be sure to try other unique pies, like the spicy Three Beer pizza and the clam and garlic.

101 Smith Ranch Rd, 415.472.7272, mulberrystreetpizza sanrafael.com b $$ s PANAMA HOTEL RESTAURANT American The dinner menu has a large selection — tortilla soup to wild mushroom raviolis — but it’s the Sunday brunch that will please the kids; try the Panama Waffle with bananas, warm chocolate sauce and whipped cream, plus a pitcher of “make-your-own” mimosas for the adults.

The tropical garden is a prime spot for peoplewatching. 4 Bayview St, 415.457.3993, panamahotel.com b $$$ ∞ C LD BR º

PIZZA ORGASMICA American Enjoy indulgent favorite pies like the Serpent’s Kiss or Inspiration Point with a crisp beer, Orgasmica style. Eat in or order a half-baked pizza to cook and enjoy at home. 812 Fourth St, 415.457.2337, pizzaorgasmica.com b $$$ s ∞ C LD º RANGE CAFE American With floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the grand Peacock Gap lawns, the Range Cafe is the perfect place for comforting American classics with an elegant twist. This inviting lunchtime cafe with its ice-cold lemonade and refreshing chardonnays makes a great dinner spot once the sun sets. 333 Biscayne Dr, 415.454.6450, rangecafe.net s $$ s ∞ C BLD º ROCKETROLL Japanese There are plenty of fusion restaurants around, but not many that blend Mexican and Japanese favorites.

Rocketroll, however, offers everything from a spicy tuna rice bowl,

SAN RAFAEL JOE’S Italian A Marin institution famous for sophisticated yet casual Italian fare since 1947.

The dining room, with a friendly atmosphere and seating for 240, is great for large parties, and the roast sirloin of beef and Fettuccine Joe’s are sure to please. 931 Fourth St, 415.456.2425, sanrafaeljoe.com s $$ s LD º SOL FOOD Puerto Rican Fast becoming a Marin legend, Sol Food whips up traditional Puerto Rican dishes just like the ones owners Sol Hernandez grew up eating. Favorites include the bistec sandwich, mofongo and fried plantains, but anything tastes good with a dash of the signature hot sauce, also for sale by the bottle (as is the lemon-garlic salad dressing). 901 Lincoln Ave, 415.451.4765, sol foodrestaurant.com $$ s ∞ BLD STATE ROOM BREWERY American Formerly the Broken Drum, State Room Brewery has ditched the pizza house vibe in favor of an elegant 1930s-era stateroom.

Many beers are made on-site and all drafts are available in sizes from half pints to takehome growlers; beer flights are also available. The food has also received a bump, with grass-fed beef short ribs and sashimi grade tuna poke making

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to yellow fin tuna and salmon sashimi sushi burritos. Smoothies like the avocado fresher round out the menu. 1109 Fourth St, 415.866.0537 $ LD

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appearances on the menu. 1132 Fourth St, 415.295.7929, stateroombrewery.com s $$ LD SUSHI TO DAI FOR Japanese Snagging a seat in this popular Fourth Street sushi spot can be a challenge, but patience is rewarded with tasty and fresh sashimi, unique sushi rolls and great prices. 816 Fourth St, 415.721.0392, sushitodaifor.net b $$ s LD TAJ OF MARIN Indian Both North and South Indian cuisine is offered here, including the $8.95 lunch special and dinners that include goat curry, spinach, lentils and tandoori. 909 Fourth St, 415.459.9555, tajofmarin.com b $$ s LD TERRAPIN CROSSROADS American This waterfront restaurant and music venue presents fresh food and local talent. The menu includes salads, savory dishes and wood-fired pizzas plus a wide selection of beers, wines and cocktails. Come for the food, stay for the music.

100 Yacht Club Dr, 415.524.2773, terrapin crossroads.net s $$ ∞ C D BR º THERESA & JOHNNY’S COMFORT FOOD American A favorite with both the kids and the foodie set, this charming eatery serves food like Mom used to make. Drop by for eggs Benedict, tuna melts, coffee and some of the best milkshakes around. 817 Fourth St, 415.259.0182, theresaand-johnnys.com b $$ s ∞ BL BR

TOMATINA Italian Tomatina takes a modern approach to traditional Italian recipes. Offering housemade pasta, pizzas and signature piadine: fresh, hot flatbreads topped with cool salads, ready to fold and eat.

5800 Northgate Mall, 415.479.3200, tomatina.com s $$ s ∞ LD º URBAN REMEDY Juice With delicious juices, snacks and bowls including plenty of gluten-free, grain-free, and low-glycemic-index choices, this is a popular spot. Raw desserts round things out. Try the namesake salad or give the cashew milk with cinnamon and vanilla a shot to see what Urban Remedy is all about. 1904 Fourth St, 415.786.8011, urbanremedy.com $$ ∞ BLD VIN ANTICO American Vin Antico, “where passion meets the plate,” serves seasonal marketinspired cuisine like stone-oven-baked flatbreads, handmade pastas and organic salads, all innovatively prepared. The kitchen is open to the dining room and there’s a full bar with artisan cocktails. 881 Fourth St, 415.721.0600, vinantico.com s $$ s C LD º WHIPPER SNAPPER RESTAURANT California/Caribbean Owner/chef Bill Higgins serves tapas, sangria and reasonably priced organic dishes. The California-Caribbean lunch and dinner cuisine blends local farm-fresh ingredients with Latin flavors. Be sure to try the popular fish tacos, Cuban

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ROADHOUSE American Oysters Bingo, baby back ribs and ChiliLime “Brick” Chicken are a few of the satisfying, comfort-food menu items that have made this classic roadhouse a favorite since the ’30s. The warm, dark-wood bar with red leather booths is a popular spot for cocktails, conversations or a light meal. 15 Shoreline Hwy, 415.331.2600, buckeyeroadhouse.com s $$ C LD BR “cigars” and chocolate bread pudding.

Available for parties and special gatherings and the restaurant has a back patio for alfresco dining. 1613 Fourth St, 415.256.1818, whipsnap.biz b $$ s ∞ C LD º YET WAH Chinese Named for the founder’s wife (“Yet” refers to the moon, “Wah” to brightness), this beloved mainstay has a traditional Chinese menu and daily dim sum.

Expect live music in the Kung Fu Lounge. 1238 Fourth St, 415.460.9883, yetwahsanrafael.com s $$ s ∞ LD

SAUSALITO ANGELINO RESTAURANT Italian An authentic Italian restaurant with handmade pastas and seasonal antipasti, showcasing cuisine

of the Campania region for over 20 years. 621 Bridgeway, 415.331.5225, angelino restaurant.com s $$$ s BLD AVATAR’S Indian If you’re on the hunt for innovative Indian fare, head to Avatar’s. Sip masala chiar sweetened with brown sugar in this casual, one-room restaurant, ideal for a quick lunch or dinner. 2656 Bridgeway, 415.332.8083, enjoyavatars.com b $$ s LD BAR BOCCE American Food just tastes better on a bayside patio with fire pits and a bocce ball court. Order one of the sourdough bread pizzas and a glass of wine and you’ll see why this casual eatery, overseen by Robert Price of Buckeye and Bungalow 44, has become a local favorite.

1250 Bridgeway, 415.331.0555, barbocce.com s $$ s ∞ LD BARREL HOUSE TAVERN California Stop by Barrel House for great local food enhanced by fantastic bay and city views. The relaxed urban setting is a perfect match for the barrel-aged cocktails. 660 Bridgeway, 415.729.9593, barrelhousetavern.com s $$$ s ∞ LD º CIBO Cafe Located in a historic brick building on Sausalito’s main drag, this is a great place to a sip a quick cup of coffee outdoors. The menu offers tarts, croissants, cookies, paninis and soups. Every dish is made from scratch with local and seasonal products. 1201 Bridgeway, 415.331.2426, cibosausalito.com $$ s ∞ BL

COPITA Mexican Chef Joanne Weir serves up fresh Mexican fare in the heart of downtown Sausalito. The everchanging menu is gluten-free, and the in-house tequila bar offers over 100 varieties and fantastic cocktails.

Dine at the bar or on the outdoor patio for great people-watching.

739 Bridgeway, 415.331.7400, copitarestaurant.com s $$ s ∞ LD BR DAVEY JONES DELI American Stationed in the New Bait Shop Market, this deli offers house-roasted sandwich meats, healthy condiments and local, organic vegetables; the deli serves sandwiches, veggie-wiches, wraps and salads with vegetarian, vegan and meat-lover options.

Gate 6 Rd, 415.331.2282, daveyjonesdeli.com b $$ s ∞ L

F3/FAST FOOD FRANCAIS French Owned and operated by the owners of Le Garage, F3 serves brunch, lunch and dinner featuring “Frenchified” American comfort food. A rotating menu includes items like the Luxe burger (Diestel turkey, brie, lettuce and a fried egg topped with truffle aioli). Enjoy with a side of Brussels sprout chips or pommes dauphines (tater tots). 39 Caledonia St, 415.887.9047, eatf3.com s $$ s ∞ LD BR FENG NIAN Chinese This spacious popular hangout has served up wonton soup, pot stickers and daily specials for nearly two decades.

For an indulgent treat, order the Szechwan crispy calamari, honeyglazed walnut prawn or lemon chicken.

Staying in? Feng Nian delivery available. 2650 Bridgeway, 415.331.5300, fengnian.com b $$ s LD KITTI’S PLACE Thai/ California This homestyle family restaurant has been in Sausalito 20 years and features favorites like lettuce cups, soft spring rolls and weekly specials.

3001 Bridgeway, 415.331.0390, kittisplace.com b $$ s ∞ LD LE GARAGE French Escape the tourist crush for an indulgent Sausalito brunch right on the water. The atmosphere is animated with light French music (à la Amélie), and the much-adored croquemonsieur is under $10. Indoor or outdoor seating. 85 Liberty Ship Way, 415.332.5625,

legaragebistro sausalito.com b $$$ s ∞ BLD BR LIGHTHOUSE American A great spot to grab a classic breakfast — the fruit pancakes, omelets and Danish-influenced dishes will make you a return customer. This is a small but popular space, so arrive early or be prepared for a wait. 1311 Bridgeway, 415.331.3034, light house-restaurants.com $$ s BL MURRAY CIRCLE American Cavallo Point’s acclaimed restaurant features local seasonal fare by executive chef Justin Everett, with pairings from an extensive wine list and tempting desserts. Stop by Farley Bar for cocktails with a view. 601 Murray Circle, 415.339.4750, cavallopoint.com s $$$ s ∞ C BLD BR NAPA VALLEY BURGER COMPANY American Incorporating local, all-natural and organic produce and meats, this burger joint serves up gourmet patties, fries and more. With outdoor and indoor tables, the space can accommodate up to 100 people. 670 Bridgeway, 415.332.1454, napavalleyburger company.com s $$ s ∞ L OSTERIA DIVINO Tuscan Osteria Divino offers authentic florentine cuisine inspired by the finest local, organic, seasonal produce, meat and fish available, along with an extensive artisan pasta selection. Live music Tue-Sun. 37 Caledonia St, 415.331.9355, osteriadivino.com b $$ s ∞ C BLD BR º

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small school, big impact POGGIO Italian Executive chef Benjamin Balesteri creates Northern Italian fare using fresh and local ingredients.

Private dining rooms above the restaurant can accommodate larger parties (10 to 150 guests). 777 Bridgeway, 415.332.7771, poggiotratoria.com s $$$ s ∞ C BLD SAYLOR’S RESTAURANT AND BAR California/Mexican Chef/owner Sean Saylor uses fresh local ingredients and seafood to create a distinctively Cabo combination of California and Mexican cuisine. Serving more than 200 varieties of tequilas that are even better when enjoyed in the private Cabo Wabo room named for (and approved) by Mill Valley’s own Tequila master, Sammy Hagar.

2009 Bridgeway, 415.332.1512, saylors restaurantandbar.com s $$ s ∞ C LD º SEAFOOD PEDDLER RESTAURANT AND FISH MARKET Seafood The fish is bought daily from local fisherman and recipes are adjusted to incorporate the freshest catch. 303 Johnson St, 415.332.1492, seafoodpeddler.com s $$$ s ∞ LD BR º SEAHORSE Italian The spacious dining area, accompanied by a dance floor and stage, make Seahorse ideal for celebrations large and small. Enjoy a modern twist on classic Tuscan coastal cuisine while grooving to the nightly live music and entertainment. 305 Harbor Dr, 415.331.2899, sausalitoseahorse.com b $$$ ∞ C LD BR º

SUSHI RAN Japanese Sample innovative small plates just big enough to share before enjoying some of the best sushi the Bay Area has to offer; the prices don’t deter the herd of enthusiasts who line up nightly to partake.

Just stopping by? The wine, cocktail and sake lists keep even the pickiest barfly satisfied. Reservations are required in the main room. 107 Caledonia St, 415.332.3620, sushiran.com s $$ ∞ LD TASTE OF THE HIMALAYAS Himalayan Popular for lunch and dinner, enjoy authentic food from a faraway region. 2633 Bridgeway, 415.331.1335, sausalitotasteofthe himalayas.com b $$ s LD

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TOMMY’S WOK Chinese Fresh ingredients, free-range chicken and traditional dishes fulfill the Chinese food craving with a nice atmosphere for dining in and great takeout for a night at home. 3001 Bridgeway, 415.332.5818, tommyswok.com b $$ s ∞ LD THE TRIDENT Seafood Set in a turn-of-thecentury building constructed for the San Francisco Yacht Club, this waterfront restaurant is a shoe-in for date night. The restaurant, a famous 1970s hangout, is now known for supporting local farmers, fisherman and organic food producers. 558 Bridgeway, 415.331.3232, the tridentsausalito.com s $$$ s ∞ LD BR º

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Early Spring Cibo Salad SERVES 4

To Prepare For roasting beets 1 Preheat oven to 375°F. 2 Arrange the beets in a roasting pan that is just large enough to accommodate them.

Drizzle the beets with a small amount of olive oil and turn to coat. Cover the pan with foil.

3 Roast the beets in the oven until tender when pierced with a thin, sharp knife, about 1 hour. Cool. 4 Remove the skins, which should come off easily once cooled, and slice the beets into ½-inch-thick pieces. TIP You may cook days ahead and keep refrigerated until use. For dressing 1 Using a blender or food processor, puree lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, anchovy and capers. 2 Slowly add 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil until combined; then add salt and pepper to taste. TIP This recipe may yield more dressing than you desire; store up to a week refrigerated in a clean sealed mason jar. To serve 1 Place the washed and dried spring greens in a bowl. 2 Add the beets, blood oranges and watermelon radishes to the greens. 3 Dress the greens and ingredients to your liking and lightly toss all the ingredients together until nicely coated. 4 Serve.

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Ingredients 4 roasted red beets, peeled and sliced Extra-virgin olive oil ¾ cup lemon juice 1 lemon, zested 2–3 garlic cloves, peeled 5 anchovy fillets 1 tablespoon capers Salt and pepper, to taste 8 cups mixed spring greens, washed and dried 4 small blood oranges, peeled and sliced 6 watermelon radishes, washed and sliced

Spring, Served

A husband-and-wife duo delivers a taste of the season.

LFREDO A ND TER A Ancona play key roles in two restaurants located down the street

from each other in Sausalito. Alfredo, a graduate of Hyde Park’s Culinary Institute of America, pulls double duty as the executive chef at his family’s restaurant, Angelino on Bridgeway, and at Cibo cafe a few blocks north. Not to be outdone, Tera is also a CIA grad (the two met in school) and has been head pastry chef at Angelino for more than 15 years.

The couple started with Angelino and, in 2009, furthered their creative culinary endeavors when they opened Cibo. Their shared passion for seasonal farm-to-table ingredients influences the Cibo menu, as does the desire to support the local and sustainably produced products of Marin and the surrounding counties. “Cibo sources most of its produce from farmers at the Marin farmers’ market on Thursdays,” Tera says. “You can find all the ingredients needed there to share this lovely spring salad with friends and family.” Earthy roasted beets and sweet citrus complement one another when combined with the spicy bite of the radishes and gentle bitter flavor of the spring greens. At Cibo, the salad is paired with the cafe’s signature smoked salmon panini. cibosausalito.com KASIA PAWLOWSKA 124 A P R I L 2 0 1 6 M A R I N

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TIBURON CAFÉ RENZO Sicilian Café Renzo is a new European cafe on Tiburon’s historic Ark Row featuring Sicilian street food, frozen yogurt, pastries, sandwiches and soup and salads. A relaxing place not just for dining but for socializing, it’s named after executive chef Renzo Azzarello and is the “baby brother” of Luna Blu restaurant up the street. 110 Main St, 415.937.5913 b $ s ∞ BLD º DON ANTONIO TRATTORIA Italian Located in Tiburon’s Ark Row, this trattoria serves authentic Italian cuisine in a quaint setting.

Traditional selections include chicken piccata, organic roasted rack of lamb and house-made pesto. 114 Main St, 415.435.0400, donantoniotrattoria.com b $$ D GUAYMAS RESTAURANT Mexican Situated on the waterfront, it’s got touch-it-you’re-soclose city views and outdoor seating, making it a great place to bring visitors on a warm summer night. Happy hour is 4 to 7 p.m.

Monday to Friday. 5 Main St, 415.435.6300, guaymasrestaurant.com s $$$ s ∞ C LD º NEW MORNING CAFE American Sit outside or in at this casual cafe.

On a sunny morning, the place is filled with locals enjoying the sun and extensive breakfast menu; lunch is served as well. 1696 Tiburon Blvd, 415.435.4315 s ∞ BL

SALT & PEPPER American This sunfilled one-room restaurant, featuring hardwood floors and blue-checkered tablecloths, is an area favorite. Popular items include scallops, ribeye steak, a beef burger and traditional crab cakes with jalapeño dipping sauce. 38 Main St, 415.435.3594 b s ∞ LD SAM’S ANCHOR CAFE American Sam’s deck is a popular spot for brunch on a lazy sunny Sunday, and its bar is the town’s historic watering hole, but Sam’s is also a great place for lunch or dinner. Sample a seasonal menu served all day, every day. 27 Main St, 415.435.4527, samscafe.com s $$$ s ∞ C LD BR º SERVINO RISTORANTE Italian Chef and owner Angelo Servino highlights organic ingredients in an array of rustic Italian dishes, including house-made pastas, wood oven pizzas, and seasonal specialties. Located on the bay in Tiburon, Servino also prides itself on itsextensive sustainable seafood program. Savor la dolce vita on the waterfront patio. 9 Main St, 415.435.2676, servino.com s $$$ s ∞ C LD BR º TIBURON TAVERN California The atmosphere here is enhanced by two outdoor patios, two indoor fireplaces and fresh flowers. Happy hour is 4 to 6:30 p.m. every day. 1651 Tiburon Blvd, 415.435.5996, lodgeattiburon.com s $$ s ∞ C BLD BR º

WEST MARIN NICK’S COVE American Nick’s Cove offers a coastal escape on Tomales Bay, serving famous barbecued local oysters, Dungeness crab mac ’n’ cheese and cocktails using home-grown ingredients. Large windows in the 130seat restaurant provide picturesque views of Tomales Bay and Hog Island. (Marshall).

23240 Hwy 1, 415.663.1033, nickscove.com s $$$ s ∞ C LD BR OSTERIA STELLINA California Whether it’s to cap off a ay of hiking or celebrate a romantic anniversary, Osteria Stellina suits any occasion. The menu is Italian-inspired and features local, organic ingredients. If you’re up for something unusual, try the goat shoulder, a hit with both tourists and locals (Point Reyes). 11285 Hwy 1, 415.663.9988, osteriastellina.com b $$ s LD PARKSIDE CAFE American Perfect for a sit-down alfresco meal or for grabbing a burger to enjoy on the beach.

Beautiful patio garden seating, ocean views, and private wood-fired dinners make this café a relaxing retreat. If you’re on the go, check out the new market and bakery. Choose from an array of organic, locally grown produce, artisan meats and wild seafood (Stinson). 43 Arenal Ave, 415.868.1272, parksidecafe.com s $$$ s ∞ C BLD RANCHO NICASIO American Known for live music and an extensive menu featuring everything from

Dungeness crab cakes to garlic-rosemary lamb medallions, Rancho Nicasio is open seven days a week.

Be sure to stop in for happy hour, 4 to 6 p.m.

Monday to Friday. 1 Old Rancheria (Nicasio) Rd, 415.662.2219, ranchonicasio.com s $$$ s ∞ C LD BR º SAND DOLLAR American Originally built from three barges in Tiburon in 1921, the Sand Dollar Restaurant was floated to Stinson that same year. Enjoy live music along with barbecued local oysters and New England clam chowder. The sunny deck is great in the afternoon (Stinson).

3458 Shoreline Hwy, 415.868.0434, stinson beachrestaurant.com s $$ s ∞ LD SIR & STAR AT THE OLEMA California The historic inn has reopened as a roadhouse-style restaurant featuring rustic decor and a delicious yet affordable menu. Try the house-made bread and honey butter, the kale Caesar and the stuffed quail, then come back and work your way through the entire menu — most items are $20 or less (Olema).

10000 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, 415.663.1034, sirandstar.com b $$ s C D STATION HOUSE CAFE American Fresh local homegrown foods are showcased for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stop in on weekends (5 p.m. on Sundays) for live music and wine, beer and cocktails (Point Reyes Station). 11180 Highway 1, 415.663.1515, stationhousecafe.com s $$ s ∞ C BLD BR º

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SAN FRANCISCO AQ RESTAURANT & BAR California AQ takes seasonal to a new level, not only adapting the menu but also transforming the decor of the entire venue to match the weather outside. 1085 Mission St, 415.341.9000, aq-sf.com s $$$ ∞ D BENU Asian/French Plan on a formal and sophisticated evening.

The compositions on the tasting menu provide a full experience of this restaurant’s unique Asian fusion cuisine. 22 Hawthorne St, 415.685.4860, benusf.com b $$$ C D BOULI BAR American/ Mediterranean Head to Boulettes Larder’s new bar and dining room for the savory flavors of spicy lamb, feta and mint or the

bittersweetness of salad topped with barberries, bulgur and pomegranate, all in a setting with handsome wood tables and an open kitchen. In the evening, the dining room can readily be reserved for small private parties of up to 24 on request. The views of the Bay Bridge punctuate an unmistakably San Francisco setting. 1 Ferry Building, 415.399.1155, bouletteslarder.com s $$$ s ∞ C BLD BR BOXING ROOM Cajun The Southern comfort of Louisiana, updated to fit the polished elegance of the city. Indulge in authentic Cajunstyle eats and fresh California seafood. 399 Grove St, 415.430.6590, boxingroom.com s $$$ s LD BR º BUN MEE Vietnamese A fun and casual lunch spot that puts a flavorful twist on classic

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• CUCINA SA Italian Formerly Cucina Restaurant and Wine Bar, the ownership team of Donna Seymour and Kevin Hansmeyer renovated, renamed and reopened the restaurant in December 2015.

This cozy space features homemade pastas, woodfired pizzas and Italian wines. A large part of the menu is vegetarian and gluten-free friendly.

510 San Anselmo Ave, 415.454.2942, cucina-sa.com b $$ ∞ D Zuppa di Pesce

Vietnamese. Sit back in this playful space with a salad, bowl or sandwich and enjoy the stylish San Francisco vibes. 2015 Fillmore St, 415.800.7696, bunmee.com b $$ s ∞ LD º CAPO’S CHICAGO Italian If you’re craving classic Chicago-style Italian and a venue to match, the endless pizza choices and flavorful pasta and meat selections here will more than satisfy your appetite and take you back in time to the mobster days of the 1920s. 641 Vallejo St, 415.986.8998, sfcapos.com s $$$ s ∞ D º CLIFF HOUSE California Great food, beautiful view and lots of history — what else could you want? An awardwinning wine list?

They have that too. Not only does Cliff ouse

boast a popular Sunday champagne brunch, it also focuses on local, organic, sustainable ingredients and seafood on its everyday menu. 1090 Point Lobos, 415.386.3330, cliffhouse.com s $$ s BLD EPIC STEAK American An upscale meat lover’s mecca with a sophisticated atmosphere, EPIC Steak’s bayside location delivers on all fronts. Professional service, choice cuts of prime rib and chocolate souffles are among the things that keep patrons coming back.

An upstairs bar is also a happy hour favorite.

369 Embarcadero, 415.369.9955, epicsteak.com s $$$ ∞ LD º ESPETUS CHURRASCARIA Brazilian This steakhouse boasts a tasting

menu of 14 meat courses grilled in the traditional Brazilian method. Patrons control the pace of the prix fixe experience with colored signal cards. 1686 Market St, 415.552.8792, espetus.com s $$$ s C LD MICHAEL MINA Japanese/French Michael Mina has clearly mastered the fine line between award-winning art and Alaskan halibut. Each brilliantly crafted dish gives diners a delicate blend of flavors that add up to a distinctive, luxurious dining experience. 252 California St, 415.397.9222, michaelmina.net s $$$ LD NOPA California The easy California menu shows off oasted chicken and pork chops, with a bouquet

of appetizers to set the mood. Although this S.F. destination is busy almost every night (a good sign), the wait at the legendary bar is half the fun. 560 Divisadero St, 415.864.8643, nopasf.com s D BR PERRY’S American Perry’s, for over 45 years an institution on Union Street in San Francisco, is known for its classic American food, its warm personable service and its bustling bar. Signature dishes include traditional Cobb salad, prime steaks and, of course, the renowned hamburger. Perry’s also serves a weekend brunch. Hotel Griffon, 155 Steuart St, 415.495.6500, perryssf.com s $$ s ∞ C D º

RICE PAPER SCISSORS Vietnamese At this brick-and-mortar Mission District spot with a pop-up sibling, try the popular grilled steak bahn mi on one of the bright red stools and stay warm with a pot of jasmine tea. 1710 Mission St, 415.878.6657, ricepaperscissors.com $$ s ∞ LD SESSIONS AT THE PRESIDIO American Located just across the Golden Gate Bridge, this restaurant has serious ties to Marin.

The fruits, vegetables, herbs and olive oil hail from our county thanks in part to the restaurant’s partnership with Skywalker Ranch. Additionally, the 100 craft beer offerings, including 24 draft options, will keep beer lovers more than satisfied. 1 Letterman Drive, 415.655.9413, sessionssf.com s $$ ∞ LD SPAGHETTI BROS. American BIX and Fog City alums Erik Lowe and Aaron Toensing serve inventive American standards like St. Louis–style toasted raviolis and green chile-apple pie with a cheddar cheese

crust. The chefs explore regional culinary traditions and translate them into a Northern Californian lexicon as evidenced by their playful menu and a Negroni-centered bar. 3213 Scott St, 415.939.2726, spaghettibrossf.com s $$$ C D STATE BIRD PROVISIONS American With a wide variety of choices, from fresh local seafood to spicy kimchi yuba to savory pancakes, not to mention a full range of poultry, this uncommon dim sum–style setup features a little bit of everything.

1529 Fillmore St, 415.795.1272, statebirdsf.com b $$ s D TOWN HALL American The exposed brick and warm, unconventional lighting turn Town Hall’s large space into an intimate yet elegant environment. With a more-than-adequate wine list and savory American classics like pork tenderloin with honey grits, a visit here should be on everyone’s list. 342 Howard St, 415.908.3900, townhallsf.com s $$$ ∞ C LD º

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Full bar Wine and beer Inexpensive ($10 or less per entree) Moderate (up to $20) Expensive ($20 and over) Kid-friendly Outdoor seating Private party room Seating: Breakfast, lunch, dinner Brunch Happy hour

For even more local restaurant listings, vistit us online at marinmagazine.com

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Bruce Braden - Living Well With Diabetes Entrepreneur. Teacher.

Sports fan. Vietnam veteran. Patron of the Arts. Philanthropist.

Outdoorsman. Horror movie aficionado.

Bruce Braden is all these things and more, but if there’s one thing that’s never defined him, it’s his type 1 diabetes. Diagnosed decades ago at age 38, Bruce believes managing diabetes has actually made him a healthier man.

As he puts it, “Some have said the secret to a long and healthy life is to acquire a chronic disease and manage it. Makes you more aware. That’s what happened to me.

Having diabetes really turned me around.“

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Bruce wanted to make a difference for people with diabetes, Final Art and his long-term endocrinologist Dr. Gaudiani was the perfect person to team up with. She was already the director of Keys to Control, Marin General Hospital’s multi-faceted program for patients hospitalized with diabetes and hyperglycemia.

Together, Bruce and Dr. Gaudiani developed the concept for the Braden Diabetes Center (BDC).

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With Bruce’s leadership and Dr. Gaudiani’s expertise, Marin General Hospital was able to make the BDC a reality. Approved by the American Diabetes Association as meeting the National Standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education, the Center offers a comprehensive educational program that includes preventive strategies and self-management. Training is offered both one-on-one and in groups. The program also serves as a bridge clinic to help patients being discharged from the hospital to manage their diabetes.

Today, thanks to Bruce Braden’s generosity, people with diabetes no longer have to leave Marin to get in-depth training in managing the disease. What’s more, the Braden Diabetes Center has become a powerful resource for Marin primary care physicians who routinely refer their patients for diabetes education. As Bruce says, “Diabetes is the one illness, if you get proper care and manage it, that allows you to live a long and healthy life. But you have to know about it, work with it.”

A positive prognosis that many in Marin can look forward to, with the expert support of their doctors and Marin General Hospital’s Braden Diabetes Center.

At its onset, Bruce’s type 1 diabetes presented with all the classic symptoms: fatigue, constant hunger and thirst, frequent urination and unexplained weight loss. He was referred to Dr. Linda Gaudiani, who has overseen Bruce’s treatment ever since.

The first thing Dr. Gaudiani prescribed – after insulin – was disease management training. Because Marin lacked a robust diabetes management program, Bruce took a weeklong class in the City. That led him to alter his lifestyle, including his diet, exercise schedule, and way of looking at life. Today, Bruce has his diabetes well under control. He gives himself insulin

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VEN THOUGH THEY had a beautiful home in Peacock Gap, Angela and Chris Hart wanted to make a change. Their house, built in 1989, and its neighborhood felt new, and Angela missed the tree-lined streets of her early childhood in Colorado. “I wanted an older, charming home,” she says.

The Harts spent many weekends looking at open houses in the Dominican and Ross areas but didn’t find anything until their realtor (and friend) Monica Pauli showed Angela this home at a broker’s open last year. “I was one of the first people to come through, and I could feel it in my bones that this was meant to be my house,” says Angela, who immediately called Chris.

Chris, a mortgage banker, got on board quickly, as it’s nearly impossible not to fall in love with this house. Built in 1908 on a threequarter-acre street-to-street lot, the home

has all the charm of a vintage Ross estate.

Its previous owner was Stephen Gordon, the founder of Restoration Hardware, so it’s been tastefully updated throughout. The Harts appreciated that all four bedrooms were upstairs, so their 4-year-old and twin 9-yearolds could sleep near them. “And the house has a mudroom and an open kitchen/family room,” says Pauli, “so it’s very livable for a family of five.”

It’s also filled with details rarely found in Marin. Most of the rooms have box beam ceilings. All the rear-facing rooms are lined with French doors, leading to the wisteria-covered deck, pool and guesthouse. And one side of the home is anchored by a library, with built-in bookshelves and soaring ceilings, which the Hart kids have commandeered as a playroom.

But the dining room is the pièce de résistance. With leaded windows and a glass-fronted,

built-in buffet, it retains much of the home’s original character and has the feel of a men’s club smoking room, enhanced by the Harts’ decision to paint the cabinetry and trim in Farrow and Ball’s “Black Beauty.” Above the 10-foot-long dining table, they’ve hung a midcentury-style brass chandelier by Visual Comfort, which creates a delightful juxtaposition and says something about the Harts, who are equal parts hip and traditional. High school sweethearts, they’ve been together since she was a junior at Marin Catholic and he was a senior at San Rafael High.

Because history matters with the Harts, the Forbes neighborhood where the house is located is another major plus. “I remember driving to the house last fall and all the trees were changing colors and these tree-lined streets were spectacular, and I thought, ‘This is out of a storybook,’ ” says Angela. “I was so happy.” m

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THE DETAILS WHERE THEY PURCHASED The Forbes neighborhood of San Rafael WHAT THEY BOUGHT A fourbedroom 1908 home, plus guesthouse LISTING AGENT Susan Hewitt, Decker Bullock Sotheby’s International Realty SELLING AGENT Monica Pauli, Coldwell Banker STATS Price per square foot for homes in the neighborhood: $600–$800

Opposite page: The living room, decorated by Angela in neutral shades, has a study off to the side. This page, clockwise from top: The kitchen/great room area; the midcentury-style chandelier in the traditional dining room; the Hart family; the backyard deck; the pool; the kitchen eating area.

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Exceptional value in the heart of Middle Ridge! 3 BR/2 BA home with valley views; main level includes living room, dining room, kitchen, two bedrooms, laundry room, and wood-burning stove.

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• Minutes to shops, dining, schools, movie theater, and SF ferry services

• Sunny w/French doors opening to fenced level yard • 1-car garage/ 1-car off street parking

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Paragon Real Estate Group Marin is delighted to welcome Deborah Solvason to our team of exceptional agents. As a Marin native, Deborah brings an impressive resumé of success in Marin County real estate, and has real estate in her DNA— her father was a successful builder and her grandmother a leading broker.

After 25 years in the business, Deborah has genuine enthusiasm for the results she creates for her clients. She combines attention to detail with deep market knowledge and excels in counseling and negotiating. Deborah is supported by the highest ethical standards, innovative marketing and leading edge technology.

Deborah is truly an “agent of change”

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Paragon Real Estate Group is pleased to announce

Shenna Moe has joined our offices.

Shenna Moe

Real Estate Agent 415.846.9538 moe@agentmoe.com www.agentmoe.com LIC# 01854690

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This home oozes elegance, relaxation and fun. A beautiful, fully upgraded single level home with four bedrooms and three and a half baths, located in the popular Peacock Gap neighborhood, near Glenwood school. Both the master and second bedroom have en-suite bathrooms.

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415.846.9538 Lic# 01854690

Mia Zambrano 415.299.9171

mia@miainmarin.com Lic# 01702518

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Serenity, Nature and Privacy in Mill Valley Private executive home with guest house located on an oversized lot in rarely available Blithdale Canyon Banana Belt. The bright and open concept with designer touches and architectural details brings this homes’ natural setting alive. This entertainer’s paradise features large living and family rooms, spacious bedrooms, an open kitchen and wine cellar. This property also features a two car garage with plentiful storage. The street to street lot provides lots of extra parking.

Offered At $2,995,000

RobeRt bRadley (415) 314-1314

Stunning Larkspur Remodel Stunning remodel with all new electrical & plumbing from the street & throughout home plus new sewer lateral. Brand new 50 year roof. Highend stainless steel appliances, custom cabinets with under lighting, marble counters. Carrara marble bathrooms. Crown molding, LED lighting, landscaped back & front yards with drought resistant plants on automatic sprinkler system plus stone paver driveway. Award winning schools, restaurants, hiking and biking Mt. Tam trails.

Offered At $1,395,000

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Exquisite 5 Acre Estate in Verissimo Valle Built for the original Verissimo family with attention to every detail.

The main home has three bedrooms and three baths. Spectacular views, gated entry. Vaulted ceilings, remodeled chef’s kitchen, and a backyard perfect for entertaining. This property includes: A separate Au Pair or guest apartment. A pool house with full bath.

An outbuilding for home office as well as two lots with incredible views and approved plans pending to build two homes.

Offered At $2,445,000

Colleen CoRnell (415) 215-6346

Corte Madera’s Chapman Park

Pat SkiPPeR (415) 823-3099

Rarely available home in the highly coveted Chapman Park neighborhood of Corte Madera. This warm, inviting home features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths with a master suite, hardwood floors and spacious private lot with a big usable yard. Great floor plan with updated kitchen opening to dining and living room. Vaulted ceilings and fireplace add to the charm. Attached 2 car garage plus plenty of storage. Close to town yet it feels like country living.

Offered At $1,295,000

eRiC Gelman (415) 686-1855

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Very Special Custom Home in Novato Captivating views and casual elegance abounds from this private home located in the coveted Marin Country Club. Versatile floor plan features an inviting living room with a wall of windows.

Spacious dining room, kitchen with walk-in pantry; adjacent family room with natural light and French doors leading to the deck.

Master suite on main level +an office. Two bedrooms, family room, wine room, storage downstairs.

Offered At $1,399,000

Shari WilkinS (415) 328-2323

Fantastic Fairfax Home This hard to find 5BR/3BA home is situated 2 blocks from award winning Manor School. The house sits on a flat lot and enjoys all day sun perfect for gardening, raising pets or simply relaxing in the hot tub! Ideally situated for making the most of the indoor/outdoor living experience. The house has newly refinished hardwood floors, attached 2-car garage, new carpets. Close to the coolest town in Marin and moments away from epic bike rides and hiking.

Offered At $995,000

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Stunning Contemporary in Novato You will love this spacious light filled home in one of Novato’s best neighborhoods. Beyond the gated entry this custom home is sited on a large lot with a lush level lawn, mature landscaping and a gentle upslope. This 5BR/5BA home with 4168± sq.ft. of living space, is perfect for entertaining with grand scale rooms, split-levels that offer privacy, and sweeping views of the surrounding hills. Close to Indian Valley’s beautiful open land and hiking trails.

Offered At $1,399,000

Sondra oczkuS (415) 806-6064

Come Home to San Anselmo

ray BakoWSki (415) 608-7806

Warm, inviting single level home in the coveted Morningside neighborhood of San Anselmo. Features of this 2BR/1BA home include hardwood floors, dual pane windows and a living room with fireplace. Enjoy indoor/outdoor entertaining as kitchen and living room open to a spacious level back yard. Plus large flat front lawn and delightful front sitting porch. Close to downtown SA and Fairfax. Just blocks to award winning schools

Offered At $659,000

Eric GElman (415) 686-1855

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ZEPHYR WOULD LIKE TO WELCOME SPIRO MARIN GET TO KNOW THE TEAM Spiro Marin is a unique team of native Marin locals with roots that span over the Golden Gate Bridge and cover the entire County. Spiro, Dorothy and George each bring substantial experience, business skills, cultural understanding and education to provide exceptional service with lasting results. Their lifetime community involvement in Sausalito, San Rafael and Novato continues to strengthen longstanding relationships.

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Celebrating the Extraordinary Agents Who Recently Joined Us! We welcome the top agents of today and tomorrow that have recently joined Decker Bullock Sotheby’s International Realty.

They can now offer their clients the best global brand, international exposure, and luxury services for properties at every price point.

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Top 1.25% of Marin Agents for Units Sold in 2015 Christina&Karla TeamMcNair SELLING SAN FRANCISCO TO SONOMA

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204 Goodhill Road, Kentfield $2,695,000

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13 West Brooke Drive, Novato $1,775,000

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142 Oak Shade Lane, Novato $1,599,000

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3330 C Clay Street, San Francisco $1,210,000

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319 Eliseo Drive, Greenbrae $2,195,000

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70 Bay Way, San Rafael $1,349,990

12 Kotsaris Court, Petaluma $1,389,000

Additional Sales 3790 Fillmore Street, San Francisco $2,195,000 132 Marion Ave, Mill Valley $1,188,000 324 Hannan Ranch Road, Petaluma $899,000 31 Bretano Way, Greenbrae $1,199,000 160 Caribe Isle, Novato $1,389,500 767 Rowland Blvd, Novato $1,390,000 75 Dorothy Way, Novato $1,199,000

38 Pacheco Creek Drive, Novato $1,475,000 37 Mercury Ave, Tiburon $979,000 6 Bay Laurel Lane, San Rafael $1,399,000 428 Forbes Ave, San Rafael $879,000 430 Cedar Hill Drive, San Rafael $995,000 462 Cedar Hill Drive, San Rafael $950,000 58 Marinero Circle, Tiburon $725,000

112 Windwalker Way, Novato $1,199,000 665 Trumbull Ave, Novato $1,649,000 22 Pepper Creek Drive, Novato $1,150,000 117 Pinheiro Circle, Novato $949,000 2503 Las Gallinas Ave, San Rafael $1,088,000 246-248 Parker Ave, San Francisco $930,000

Christina McNair

Karla Farrell

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k.farrell@deckerbullocksir.com

415.613.5563

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The Sherfey Group 3605 Shoreline Highway, Stinson Beach, California Cell | 415.203.2648 Office | 415.868.9200 SherfeyGroup@deckerbullocksir.com

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120 Bayview Avenue, Belvedere—Sold Off Market!

$1,295,000

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303 San Rafael Avenue, Belvedere

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Height of Style on Mount Tiburon 10 Audrey Court, Tiburon Recently renovated with an inventive approach in refreshing style, this five bedroom home gives you the best seats in the house for sweeping views of San Francisco Bay, the Golden Gate Bridge and Mt. Tam sunsets. Relax by the private pool with level lawns and beautifully landscaped grounds. Just minutes to the ferry to San Francisco and Tiburon’s restaurants.

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25 Years of Successfully Selling Marin Homes Over $32,000,000 Sold in 2015

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415.519.4818

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$4,795,000

255Highland.com

Craftsman Elegance with Panoramic Views!

255 Highland Avenue, San Rafael Perched atop a private 2.5+ acre knoll overlooking San Francisco Bay with sweeping views sits this 2004 custom-built Craftsman. With over 5,000 sq. ft. featuring five bedrooms, four and

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Lindy Emrich 415.717.4005

Lindy@sir.com LindyEmrich.com

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Country Club Estate 136 Margarita Drive, San Rafael

Sophisticated Custom Home 129 Ross Valley Drive, San Rafael

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370 Redwood Road, San Anselmo Spacious living with formal dining and living rooms plus laundry, level lawns and scenic views!

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The Narodny Team 415.265.7488

team@marinrealestate.net MarinRealEstate.net

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Bucolic Sonoma Wine Country Estate Beautifully sited home on a level, almost 4-acre parcel and just minutes from the square. With vineyard and equestrian-use possibilities, this estate-like property will astound you!

The main residence consists of three bedrooms, three baths, country kitchen, formal dining and expansive family room with a wall of windows to take in the beautiful views of the surrounding hills and lush, green grounds.

Also included are a separate one bedroom/one bath cottage and multi-use barn with five separate spaces, presently used as day-use artist studios.

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$1,785,000

Helping Clients Live the Marin, Wine Country, and San Francisco Dream for Over 25 Years!

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Member, Top Agent Network

415.497.0044

Licensed Associate Broker vickibc@sothebysrealty.com

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$1,396,000 MILL VALLEY

REPRESENTED SELLER

What the sellers of 113 Evergreen have to say…

“Mary Jo Barnett has performed beyond expected diligence in resolving all of the issues during difficult negotiations, to our highest expectations.”

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Stunning remodel in iconic Gerstle Park. Includes an office and an attached two bedroom au pair unit. 5,429 sq. ft. home on a 10,000± sq. ft. flat corner lot. Gorgeous great room design with professional Viking kitchen.

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Mary Jo Barnett

Jenny Mattson

maryjo.barnett@sothebysrealty.com

j.mattson@deckerbullocksir.com

415.847.7269

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59 Redwood Drive, Kentfield, 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths Opportunity to purchase this traditional home in one of the most desirable locations in Kentfield near the Ross border. There is a lot of upside potential on this large level lot boasting a lovely yard

with lush gardens and a large deck for entertaining. Kentfield is known for its award winning schools and close proximity to restaurants, shopping, Highway 101 and public transportation.

300 Oak Avenue, San Anselmo, 6 Bedrooms, 5.5 Baths A very special gated estate property sitting on 1.4Âą acres of gorgeous grounds with amazing views of the San Anselmo Seminary. The home features over 5300 square feet including

a second legal unit, a grand formal living room with cathedral ceilings, and a unique French chateau style fireplace. There are large balconies overlooking the extensive private grounds with a beautiful swimming pool and in-ground spa. $3,850,000

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Lori Saia Odisio

415.747.6707

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5 Nicasio Beauty Nestled in the hills on Shroyer Mountain lies a fabulous 120 acre property overlooking the historic Nicasio town square. Two sensitively sited and architecturally noteworthy homes occupy one 60 acre parcel. The second 60 acres is ready for your home design. Majestic views and a serene setting make this one of the most desirable properties in Nicasio. 100OldRancheriaRoad.com $4,600,000

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Very Private in Kentfield—285 Makin Grade Situated on a quiet street in Upper Del Mesa, this five bedroom, four bath house is ready for a large family looking for the Ross School. With just under 4,000 sq. ft., a large workshop and two-car garage, there is plenty of room to spread out and enjoy your new home.

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514 Alta Way, Mill Valley This impeccable craftsman home

smashing remodeled kitchen with Wolfe range and huge

shows like new construction. The ideal floor plan includes

center island. Three bedrooms, two and a half baths, and

formal rooms as well as a cozy family room adjacent the

two-car garage.

85 Edward Avenue, San Rafael Surrounded by exquisite

geous. Come discover Northbridge, a delightful neighborhood

gardens, this sun-drenched single story is meticulous with

offering seasonal pool membership. Three bedrooms, two

many seller upgrades. The kitchen and bathrooms are gor-

baths, and two-car garage.

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Price Upon Request

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s.ramzi@ deckerbullocksir.com MarinExclusiveHomes.com

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r.weigle @ deckerbullocksir.com RosalieWeigleHomes.com

Alisa Knobbe Wynd

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Lei Ann Werner 415.710.0117 leiann@sothebysrealty.com WebSite.com

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Julie Widergren 415.827.8727 j.widergren@deckerbullocksir.com MarinRealEstateNow.com

Rosalie Weigle

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$1,000,000 NOVATO 144Morningside.com

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$1,595,000 MILL VALLEY

Sylvie Zolezzi | 415.505.4789 26KnolltopCourt.com Sylvie@YourPieceofMarin.com | YourPieceofMarin.com

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Kentfield

$5,495,000

421Crown.com

Beautifully remodeled contemporary with incomparable reach-out-and-touch forest, King Mountain and Mt. Tam views, and hiking trails to Mt. Tam, Stinson Beach and beyond, through the back gate. Sunny, sparkling pool, folding panel doors that open entire rooms to the view-side wrap-around terrace, huge level lawn area and the fountain-like sound of the winter creek in the canyon below. The entry level to this stunning contemporary features the great room with living and dining areas, gourmet kitchen with adjacent family room, and three bedrooms and two and one-half baths. On its separate level, upstairs, is the master suite with large dressing area and closet, lavish bath with separate stall shower and tub, and view-side balcony overlooking the pool and those vast, serene woodlands. National-park seclusion and beauty, yet only minutes to Woodlands market, Branson, Bacich and Redwood schools. Four bedrooms, three and one-half baths, two-car garage, and the close-in park-like beauty you’ve always wanted, but never found – until now.

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San Rafael

$3,995,000

11Pheasant.com

Almost 7,000 sq. ft. in coveted Peacock Estates, with extraordinary floor plan, stunning outdoor living and back-door access to miles of open-space hiking and parklands. Formal living and dining rooms, library with fireplace and exquisite kitchen with walk-in pantry, large center island, five-stool counter and Wolf, Bosch and Sub-Zero appliances. Adjacent family room with breakfast nook, gym with full bath and an ensuite bedroom. Upper level has four additional ensuite bedrooms including the large master with lavish bath and dressing area. Wonderful outdoor living – spacious, sunny and private – with huge level lawn, solarheated saltwater pool and covered terrace with fireplace, all on over 1.1 acres. Beautiful floors, arched entryways and exceptional design and finish work. Five fireplaces, deep well for landscape irrigation, three-car garage and Country Club with 18-hole golf course, new clubhouse and restaurant.

Bill Bullock 415.384.4000

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Lydia Sarkissian 415.517.7720

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14PlaceMoulina.com

Beautifully designed and appointed, with gated entry, garage directly adjacent the kitchen and view-side floor to ceiling windows that embrace the sweeping views of Mt. Tam, the Sonoma foothills, and the Richardson and San Francisco Bays. Large, entry-level master suite with lavish marble

bath and beautiful built-in closet. Lower level with three en-suite bedrooms and separate library. Perfect for those who desire single-level living and guest facilities, or family living with bright, sunny view-oriented spaces.

Bill Bullock 415.384.4000

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Lydia Sarkissian 415.517.7720

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Commanding the most spectacular views overlooking Peacock Gap, the waters of San Pablo Bay, the golf course and an endless panorama of the surrounding hills. The sunrises are magnificent and the evenings of a full moon shimmering over the water are so romantic. Close to golfing, hiking and biking trails at China Camp, Peacock Park and McNears Beach.

This beautiful home offers three bedrooms, two baths plus two half baths, large living room, formal dining room, open kitchen and family room, all with stunning views, master suite with luxurious bathroom, two additional $1,589,000 bedrooms, and a large bonus room with many uses.

Rosalie Weigle

Broker Associate 415.847.0459

r.weigle@deckerbullocksir.com RosalieWeigleHomes.com

Superb Estate In Seadrift Spacious and private, this is a rare double lot oceanfront home in Seadrift, Stinson Beach, California.

This home offers the finest for a beach lifestyle.

• Less than an hour from San Francisco and the Wine Country.

• Spectacular residence, situated on two beachfront parcels.

• Views throughout this oceanfront dwelling span a wide swath of the Pacific blue, Twin Peaks, Land’s End and Marin foothills.

• Point Reyes Seashore, Mt. Tamalpais State Park, Marin Headlands and Muir Woods are nearby points of interest.

• 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms • 2 lots 266 Seadrift Road Listed for $9,950,000 • www.seadrifthome.com

SARAH NANCY BUTLER

Conveniently Located in Stinson Beach

3470 Shoreline Highway, Stinson Beach, CA 94970

(415) 868-0717 oceanicrealty.com | DRE #01258888

Specializing in Sales, Vacation Rentals, and Property Management in Stinson Beach.

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Pacific Union is Proud to Welcome Debbie Bernier

Debbie Bernier Luxury Property Specialist

Luxury Property Specialist 415.272.4916 debbie.bernier@pacunion.com MarinPropertyAddict.com License #01932321

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Radhi Ahern Luxury Property Specialist

Scott Kalmbach Luxury Property Specialist

Contact 415.531.2981 Radhi@ahern-kalmbach.com License #01411471

Contact 415.350.7911 Scott@ahern-kalmbach.com License #01795204

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Eric Altree Luxury Property Specialist

Melissa Crawford Luxury Property Specialist

415.218.4047 ealtree@pacunion.com pacificunion.com License# 00962304

415.302.0057 melissa.crawford@pacunion.com pacificunion.com License# 01224441

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Patricia Navone Presents Two New Listings in Tiburon and Kentfield

11 Mount Tiburon Rd, Tiburon | $4,695,000 Absolutely STUNNING Bay views from this 4+ bedroom 4 bath contemporary home include Golden Gate and Bay Bridges, SF skyline, Sausalito & Mt. Tam. Features formal entry, living room with vaulted ceilings, formal dining, office, plus huge media room. Remodeled kitchen & family room open to level area for indoor outdoor feel. Sited on approx. three quarters acre.

12 Maple Avenue, Kentfield | $1,295,000 Charming 3 BD 3 BA home with vintage details on large lot in sought-after school district! Serene views of Mt. Tam. SUN and POOL surrounded by stone patio in retreat-like setting. Bonus studio with full bath, convenience kitchen and separate entrance. Tons of storage. Conveniently close to shopping, restaurants, hiking trails, and College of Marin.

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Call for an appointment to see either of these great properties!

Patricia Navone 415.987.3215 pnavone@gmail.com MarinLuxuryHomes.com License #00686649

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Looking Back

CIRCA 1970s

Billion-Dollar Man

“G

EORGE LUCA S MOVED to Marin in 1969 as a struggling filmmaker,” writes Barry Spitz in Marin, A History. In 1975, Lucas founded Industrial Light and Magic, a company based in San Rafael that would create special effects for a movie he was making. The film, Star Wars, was released by 20th Century Fox on May 25, 1977, and went on to become a

worldwide pop culture phenomenon and win numerous Oscars. Its protagonist was Luke Skywalker. Then in 1978, using his newfound wealth, George Lucas bought a 2,700-acre ranch on Lucas (named for a pioneer Marin rancher named John, not a young filmmaker named George) Valley Road and called it … Skywalker Ranch. In 2012, The Walt Disney Company acquired Lucasfilm for more than $4 billion. m

The film went on to become a worldwide pop culture phenomenon and win numerous Oscars.

COURTESY OF MARIN INDEPENDENT JOURNAL

This filmmaker was struggling when he came to Marin more than 45 years ago. BY JIM WOOD

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