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THE LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE OF MORGAN HILL, GILROY & SAN MARTIN

DECEMBER 1, 2017

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A section of the Gilroy Dispatch & Morgan Hill Times

Meal kits rise in popularity

Out of the box BIKE ABOUT TOWN P17 | HOLIDAY SHOPPING P18 | REALTOR CHRIS WILLIAMS P21

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Martha and Marley Spoont

MEAL KITS More consumers are leaving the shopping to the pros and

Has been recognized for an overall score rating at or above the

ordering ready-to-make dinners in the convenience of their homes.

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Dan Pulcrano Associate Publisher

Jeannette Close Editor

Debra Eskinazi Calendar Editor

Tia Sundberg Contributing Writers

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Several home delivery services offer meals in a box BY BEV STENEHJEM PHOTOGRAPHS BY BLUE APRON AND MARLEY SPOON

ike to cook but hate the planning/shopping? There are at least 100 different companies that offer meal preparation kits which, include recipes and ingredients delivered to your door step. Similar offerings include discounts on first orders, pre-portioned ingredients for two to four meals per week and feeding two to four people. Delivery windows are between 8am and 8pm and insulated packages arrive with ice packs so food stays fresh even if you’re not home when the food is delivered. Step-by-step instructions on recipe cards, some with photos and video instruction, are provided. You will still need to chop, combine and stir foods according to the recipe. Every food item and ingredient is included in the kit except basics like salt, pepper, sugar, oil and eggs. ➝ 6

Blue Apron

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GOODS DELIVERED More companies are delivering fresh ingredients—helping people to create a ready-to-prepare meal at home.

MEALS IN A BOX

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SPICY MEAL Martha and Marley Spoon offers tasty recipes and items to make a variety of foods including these vegetable enchiladas.

Many provide foods that are antibiotic free, sustainable, locally sourced and organic. Some offer vegetarian and gluten-free options. You can skip weeks that you don’t want and cancel the subscription at any time. As for the cost, these meal services say that they can offer pricing comparable or less than grocery stores because they cut out the middleman. Bypassing wholesalers, regional grocers and then grocery stores—foods are purchased directly from the farm/ producers and then sent directly to you. According to a CBS Channel 2 news investigation, if the meal costs less than $10, it will probably be cheaper than buying all the ingredients at the grocery store. Prospective buyers could even consider pre ordering special holiday options available by some vendors. Some experts believe that meal kits will boom into a multi-billion industry within the next five years. Today, about 19 percent of people

say they’ve already tried a meal kit service according to Morning Consult, a brand management company. Although research has found that meal kit services are most popular with millennials, men, and wealthier Americans, companies are pushing for a larger market share among young couples, working families and empty-nesters.

Pros Convenience of having a complete meal without having to shop. Gives you the chance to try new recipes and foods. Don’t need to purchase a full size package of an ingredient when only a tablespoon is needed for the recipe. Portion control – the amount of food is generally satisfying for an average adult.

Cons Spur-of-the-moment changes in

Dessert for four people is offered at $8 extra

Blue Apron Rating: 86 points $9.99 per meal $59.94 per week ($30 off first order) 8 recipe choices per week Wine club option: For an extra $10 per bottle, six 500ml (2/3 of a standard-size wine bottle) bottles arrive at your door every month.

Marley Spoon – Martha Stewart Rating: 80 points $12 per meal $61.50/week ($30 off first order) 10 recipes choices per week Martha & Marley

Thanksgiving meal option (by Nov 15) Six, easy-to-follow instructions per recipe

Hello Fresh Rating: 68 points your routine may mean that food may spoil before you can get to it.

$9.99/pp

Depending on which meal plan you choose, it may be more costly than buying the ingredients at the grocery store.

8 recipe choices per week

$59.94 per week ($35 off first order) Egg free/nut free facilities

As ingredients are produced in facilities that also process milk, eggs, fish, nuts, wheat and soy, foods may not be good for people with food allergies.

Wine pairing tips

Some of the copious amount of packaging is not easily to recycle.

Dinnerly (a sister company to Marley Spoon)

Here’s a quick summary of what differentiates the five different providers based on meals for two people, three times a week, along with ratings done by Megan Leonhardt, of Money Magazine last July 2017:

Rating: 90 points $12/pp $71.70 per week (50 percent off first order) 20 recipe choices per week

15 percent off for college students

Rating: Unrated, for now, only a West Coast option $5/pp ($8.99 shipping) $38.99/week 3 recipes choices per week Digital recipe cards instead of paper Few ingredients Less packaging materials Local—Tracy, CA

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MORGAN HILL

THE NUTCRACKER Witness an enchanting and unforgettable holiday experience at The Nutcracker, presented by South Valley Dance Arts. This sparkling and original production of The Nutcracker is set in the Art Nouveau period and will transport audiences to a magical place filled with some of the most breathtaking costumes, sets and dancing. Experience this South Valley holiday tradition Friday, Dec. 1, 7pm and Saturday, Dec. 2, 1pm and 6pm at the Ann Sobrato Performing Arts Center, 401 Burnett Ave, Morgan Hill. For more information, visit southvalleydance.com.

GILROY

BREAKFAST FOR DINNER Enjoy the cheapest, most delicious breakfast ever served for supper. The Gilroy Lions club presents the 43rd annual Omelet & Pancake Supper, the club’s major fundraiser, with 100 percent of the profits benefiting sight preservation in the South County area. Made-to-order omelets, pancakes, coffee and juice will be available at this all-you-can-eat event. Experience this unique night out Friday, December 1, 5-7:30pm at Gilroy Presbyterian Church Fellowship hall, 6000 Miller Ave, Gilroy. For more information, call 408.847.5564.

GILROY

INSPECTING CAROL Enjoy a delightful adult comedy for the holidays at Limelight Actors Theater’s production of Inspecting Carol, the annual fundraiser for Team Fox for Parkinson’s Research. Silent auction and door prizes at every performance, and guests are invited to bring their own dinner and wine to enjoy, corkage fee applies. Inspecting Carol runs through Saturday, Dec. 9 at Gilroy Center for the Arts, 7341 Monterey St. Seating is reserved, for more information and tickets, visit limelightactorstheater.com.

SAN JOSE

Enjoy honoring and sharing your own culture, or discovering the celebrations of your neighbors at the Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose. Dreidels, donuts and singing with the Yavneh Day School are just a few of the fun activities happening at this year's Hanukkah cultural celebration, Menorahs and Miracles. Menorahs and Miracles will be held Sunday, Dec. 3, noon–4pm at the Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose, 180 Woz Way, San Jose. For more information, visit cdm.org.

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HANUKKAH CELEBRATION

COMMUNITY

Scouting for food The Scouting for Food chairperson is Julia Stephens, whose son is a first class scout in Troop 455. It is her second year chairing the event, but said last year’s totals were impressive. “Last year the Boy Scouts brought more than 5,000 pounds of food to the food bank,” she said. Lupe Miller, who chaired the event for four years prior to Stephens, saw similar success with the food collection, with amounts consistently between 4,500-5,000 pounds.

‘Last year the Boy Scouts brought more than 5,000 pounds of food to the food bank’

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COMMUNITY EFFORT Several troops are collecting non-perishable items on Saturday, Dec. 2 as part of their annual food drive.

Scouts in San Benito County create packages for the needy By JENNY ARBIZU

f you hear the pitter-patter of little feet outside your home in the upcoming days, rest assured—it’s probably not Santa’s elves outside your front door. The Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts of San Benito county are Scouting for Food, an annual food drive the local scouts have been doing in coordination with the Community Food Bank of San Benito County for decades. And they are looking for support of the community to join in their efforts. Flyers were distributed over Thanksgiving weekend to homes in the Hollister and San Juan Bautista by the San Benito District Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts. The Girl Scouts of

Central Coast Council Service, Unit 250, also partake in the food drive. As mentioned on the flyers, scouts will return to these homes to collect items on the morning of Saturday, Dec. 2. Scouts are asking for such canned goods as tuna, chicken, fruit, vegetables, soups, chili, spaghetti or ravioli. Other items such as peanut butter, cereal, Pop Tarts, pancake or muffin mixes, crackers, cookies, instant soup, dried rice or beans, pasta, powdered juice, powdered milk, dried fruits or snack bars are welcome. The scouts will accept any other nonperishable food items, except for frozen foods, open containers or glass containers (in case of breakage).

“I think it’s just such a worthwhile event, especially for the younger scouts,” Miller said. “Just the whole idea of service and giving back to the community. It’s the activity they see as being a lot of fun, but I hope that they start seeing—especially as they get older—what that means and what they’re doing in terms of making a difference for our community.” The Community Food Bank of San Benito County is located at 1133 San Felipe Drive and is open Tuesday through Friday, 8am-4pm. Call 831.637.0340 for information, or visit www. communityfoodbankofsbc.org.

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HOLIDAY KICK-OFF

Ring in the holiday season in true small town America style at the Downtown Gilroy Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting. Festivities will begin at 2:30pm and will include a Doggie Dress-Up, a variety of vendors representing nonprofit organizations throughout the community, and performances by the Gilroy High Chamber Choir and Studio Three dancers. The parade will begin around 5:30pm and Santa and the 2017 Grand Marshal will light the tree immediately following. Kickoff the holiday season Saturday, Dec. 2, 2:30-9:30pm in Downtown Gilroy, 7780 Monterey St. For more information, visit gilroywelcomecenter.org.

GILROY CRAFT FAIR Join the Hecker Pass Winery family at the First Annual

Sip & Stroll Holiday Craft Fair. Shop for the holidays with local vendors and artisans, meet and take a photo with Santa Claus and take in holiday music and entertainment while

enjoying food, beer and Hecker Pass Wine for sale. Five dollar admission, including wine tasting, for 21 and over. Free admission for those under 21. Sip and Stroll Saturday, Dec. 2, 11am-4pm at Hecker Pass Winery, 4605 Hecker Pass HIghway, Gilroy. For more information, visit heckerpasswinery.com.

the play may not be appropriate for children. A $10 donation is suggested, but no one will be turned away for lack of funds. Experience this production Saturday, Dec. 2, 6:30pm at Gavilan College Theatre, 5055 Santa Teresa Boulevard, Gilroy. For more information, call 408.776.6294.

BILINGUAL PLAY Join Community Solutions for the bilingual play Historias de Mi Madre XI: Un Mundo Raro (A Strange World.) The play is intended for a mature audience and focuses on how topics of domestic violence, sexual assault, gender roles, and LGBTQ were addressed from the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;50s to present day. Due to mature content,

EMPLOYMENT LAW Learn about new 2018 employment laws and how they will impact your business at Gavilan EACâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Employment Law Seminar: Legislative Update 2018. Explore several need-to-know updates and hear commentary and analysis of items including EEOC wellness programs, EEO-1 reporting, LGBT and handling administrative

WINTERFEST FAIRE

WINERY CHRISTMAS

complaints and much more. Join the discussion Wednesday, Dec. 6, 7:3010am at Hilton Garden Inn, 6070 Monterey Road, Gilroy. Breakfast included, for more information or to register, contact David Sambrano at 408.216.6145.

Night) based on the mesmerizing version by Mannheim Steamroller. Celebrate with the Symphony Saturday, Dec. 9, 7:30pm at Gavilan College Theater, 5055 Santa Teresa Blvd, Gilroy. For more information, visit southvalleysymphony.org.

Wednesday, Dec. 13 at the Gavilan College Gallery in the library on the Gilroy Campus, 5055 Santa Teresa Blvd, Gilroy. Exhibition hours are 8am-8pm Monday-Thursday and 8am-3pm Fridays. For more information, contact ccanepa@ gavilan.edu.

HOLIDAY SYMPHONY Celebrate the holidays of Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa with music as South Valley Symphony and Music Director, Maestro Anthony Quartuccio, continue the Symphony’s 44th In addition to music to celebrate the holidays, the orchestra will perform Howard Hanson’s Symphony No. 2, “Behind Me Dips Eternity” by Henry Mollicone, and “Stille Nacht” (Silent

MAJOR RAGER! Experience fine art from visceral political statements to inquisitive formalism as Gavilan College Gallery presents the work of Gavilan College Fine Arts Majors in the exhibition: MAJOR RAGER! The exhibition features photography, painting, works on paper, ceramic sculpture and more. Regard the inspiring and diverse commitment to exploration, expression, and form seen in the work on display through

Stop by the third annual Winterfest Crafter’s Faire, enjoy refreshments and find perfect gifts from the large selection of handmade items. Sponsored by the Gilroy Senior Craft Store and the City of Gilroy Recreation Department, the faire features heirloom quality items, holiday wreaths and decorations and home decor. Shop handmade gifts galore on Saturday, Dec. 2, 10am-4pm at the Gilroy Senior Center, 7371 Hanna St. For more information, call 408.846.0417.

Enjoy Guglielmo’s 29th annual Christmas at the Winery, featuring award winning wines, gourmet food, hot mulled wine, holiday carolers and musicians. Browse the huge selection of holiday decor and Christmas items and visit the expanded gift shop, open daily through Christmas Eve. Experience Christmas at the Winery Saturday and Sunday Dec. 2-3 and Dec. 9-10, 10am-5pm each day at Guglielmo Winery, 1480 East Main Ave, Morgan Hill. $10 admission includes wine tasting, under 21 free. For more information, visit guglielmowinery.com.

CRAFT FAIR Join Morgan Hill United Methodist Church for their charity fundraiser Holiday Craft Fair. Many beautifully handmade embroidered, knitted and crocheted items will be available, along with delicious baked goods and more. Enjoy free hot chocolate and apple cider and enter the raffle to win

HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE Browse the variety of unique, local handmade gifts at The Morgan Hill Grange Holiday Boutique. The Boutique will showcase handmade items including jewelry, quilts, soaps, baked goods, knitted and crocheted apparel and more from local crafters. Find special ➝ 14

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one of two large quilts. Proceeds will benefit House On The Hill, the Make a Wish Foundation, Chemo Hats for Hospitals and toys for the pediatric department at the county hospital. The Holiday Craft Fair will be held Saturday, Dec. 2, 10am-6pm at the Morgan Hill United Methodist Church, 17175 Monterey St, Morgan Hill. For more information, call 408.310.7177.

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13 winning vintage wines from their library cellar to celebrate the holiday season. Guests are invited to taste and/or purchase handselected, limited, super-premium wines. Quantities are limited. Experience Holiday Library Wine Tasting weekends through Dec. 31 at Solis Winery, 3920 Hecker Pass Road, Gilroy. For more information, visit soliswinery.com.

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HOLIDAY PARADE

Experience the Morgan Hill Kiwanis Holiday Lights Parade and Tree Lighting, a free event that has been a highlight of the holidays in Morgan Hill for decades. Floats from community organizations will parade through downtown Saturday, Dec. 2, 5:30-8pm on Monterey Rd from First Street to Fifth Street in Downtown Morgan Hill. The parade ends with a ceremonial tree lighting at the corner of Dunne Avenue and Monterey Road in Downtown Morgan Hill. For more information, visit morganhillkiwanis.org.

items for under and on the holiday tree Saturday Dec. 2, 10am-4pm and Sunday, Dec. 3, 9am-1pm at Morgan Hill Grange, 40 E. Fourth St, Morgan Hill. For more information, call 408.832.3731.

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EVENTS

GINGERBREAD HOUSES Gather the family to enjoy a wonderful holiday tradition at the BookSmart Gingerbread House Workshop. Build a gingerbread house with all the goodies while enjoying holiday music, sparkling cider and champagne. The workshop will be held Tuesday and Wednesday, Dec. 5 & 6, 6-8pm at BookSmart, 1295 E. Dunne Ave, Suite 120, Morgan Hill. $25 fee per house includes one person, $5 for

each additional person. For more information, call 408.778.6467. ACT ONE South Valley Civic Theatre presents Act One, the story of Moss Hart, from his beginnings as a poor child, son of immigrants, in the Bronx to Pulitzer Prize winning playwright, including his collaborations with the most famous theater people of the day. Featuring an elaborate set drawing upon ideas from the original Broadway set design, the play promises to be funny, heartbreaking and suspenseful. Show runs through Saturday, Dec. 9 at The Morgan Hill Playhouse, 17090 Monterey Road. For more information, visit svct.org. HOLIDAY WINE TASTING Solis Winery is offering its award-

CHRISTMAS TREE FUNDRAISER Prepare for the holidays and find the perfect Christmas tree at the Nonprofit Christmas Tree Sale Fundraiser held by Knights of Columbus Council 1792, San Benito County. The fundraiser is open to the public and all proceeds will go to San Benito county parishes and related charities. The Nonprofit Christmas Tree Sale Fundraiser will be open daily 8am-8pm, through Dec. 24 (while supplies last) at St. Benedict’s Church Hall grounds, 1200 Fairview Road, Hollister. For more information call, 831.524.2389. AFTERNOON MEDITATION Gift yourself a break during your busy day and rest in the silence of your soul at Blue Lotus Meditation & Yoga Center’s Afternoon Meditation Group. Initial instruction will be followed by silent meditation. Join the group for part or all of the sitting. Join the Afternoon Meditation Group Tuesday, Dec. 5, 1-1:45pm at Blue Lotus Meditation & Yoga Center, 8347 Church St, Gilroy. The group will meet every Tuesday through the end of January, free will offering accepted. For more information, visit bluelotuscenter.org. LEAF LIFTER Leaves are a major cause of local flooding. Leaves will fall, accumulate in the streets and clog up storm drain inlets, grates, and gutters. Neither city crews nor the street sweeper can effectively remove leaves throughout the entire city. By simply raking and removing leaves in the street and gutter and placing them in the yard trimmings can a big step is taken toward protecting homes

and the neighborhood. The leaves removed today won't cause a flood tomorrow! Be a “Leaf Lifter” today! For flood prevention tips, visit: valleywater.org/Services/ FloodSafetyTips.aspx PERFORMING ARTS Experience a classic hero’s journey as young Simba the lion learns what it means to be a true leader in Mount Madonna School’s production of The Lion King Jr. The production includes a healthy blend of humor, action and seriousness and embraces a multicultural approach honoring African traditions and rhythms, with the middle school cast members often chanting and singing songs in Zulu. Catch this story of redemption and discovery Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 9-10, 2:00pm at Mount Madonna School, Hawk’s Nest Theater, 491 Summit Road, Watsonville. All seats reserved. For more information, visit MountMadonnaSchool.org. BOOK SALE The Gilroy Library invites the community to join them for their Friends of the Gilroy Library book sale. All ages are welcome to browse the variety of great reads. Proceeds from purchases go toward supporting the collection and programs at the Gilroy Library. The sale is held on the second Saturday of every month, Dec. 9 at 10am at the Gilroy Library, 350 W. Sixth St. For more information, visit sccl.org or call 408.842.8207. ENERGY AUDIT The City of Morgan Hill encourages residents to sign up for HomeIntel, a new free energy efficiency service from Home Energy Analytics that helps all PG&E and Silicon Valley Clean Energy customers save money on utility bills. Customers with at least 12 months usage cycle and no solar panels can receive an online analysis of energy use based on smart meter data and custom recommendations to save money. For more information or to start the Smart Audit, visit hi.hea.com.

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OUTDOORS

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HOLIDAY WHEELS Everyone loves a refreshing bike ride in the crisp wintry air.

Spoking my mind Best wishes from the “Cycle Guy”

elcome to December! Like most kids, I have my Wish List all

5. My final wish is a long-standing “Spoking my mind” tradition... I wish you a Happy Hanukkah, I wish you a Special Kwanzaa, I wish you a Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Gear!

4/14–Tierra Bella–Gilroy–tierrabella.org 4/14–Cinderella Classic–Pleasanton–valleyspokesmen.org

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12/17–Critical Christmas–Monterey 4/19-22–Sea Otter Classic–Monterey–seaotterclassic.com

12/17–Surf City Cyclo-X– Santa Cruz–cyclo-x.com 2/24–Pedaling Paths to Independence–Linden–communitycenterfortheblind.org 3/10–Solvang Century–bikescor.com

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Curt “Cycle Guy” Hentschke has pedaled over 58,000 miles of South Valley and San Benito County trails. Send your cycle celebrations heycycleguy@gmail.com. Check for last minute changes before attending.

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prepared! 1. Cyclocross season is in full swing, so I wish you’d check out the wild and crazy action, as a spectator or participant. Prepare to get muddy, buddy. 2. Registration for Gilroy’s Tierra Bella opens on Dec. 15, so I wish you’d give this spring favorite a try. It’s sponsored by the Almaden Cycle Touring Club, so you know it’ll be GREAT!

3. I wish you’d give someone a bicycle this year. Eschew the electronics and sedentary stuff (except for books) and give the gift that truly does keep on giving. Oh, and if it’s a replacement bike, donate the old steed to charity. 4. You KNOW you’ve been wanting to try this Yuletide institution ever since I began writing about it. Critical Christmas returns to Monterey’s Custom House Plaza on the 17th at 6pm, so I wish you would finally give it a try. Decorate your bikes with as many holiday lights and tinselly trinkets as possible.

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SHOPPING

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TRIPLE TREND From late 1800s to present day trends, Mrs. B’s Z-Place rolls out the red carpet for kids and adults.

Three flights of fancy DECEMBER 1, 2017

San Juan’s Mrs. B’s offers fun variety

‘Providing San Juan with a unique selection of clothes, toys and gifts’

t was in 1998 when Patricia Baines owner of Mrs. B’s Z-Place at 306 Third St, in San Juan Bautista opened her boutique and gift store offering vintage-inspired fashions and accessories for men, women and children in all sizes, from extra small up to XXX large. Fashion styles from every era past and present are featured on the first floor of this three-level shop, including styles of the late 1800s up to the current trends. There’s also a wide selection of red carpet designers including, Betty Page, Stop Staring, Tapyana, Hearts and Roses, Samuel Dong, Why Dress and Nataya.

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Also on the first-floor shoppers will find a variety of gifts and collectibles to choose from including a collection of Ebony Visions statues crafted by Thomas Blackshear. Downstairs is geared specifically for the kids. Children of every age will find toys to inspire and spark their imagination, while providing hours of fun. A unique selection of educational toys, from sound puzzle maps of the United States to toys that harken back to decades past including a child-sized kitchen set, grocery store and produce stand—complete with produce.

On the third floor, shoppers will delight in an exceptional line of vintage clothing for men and women, including a variety of shoes, purses, hats and hosiery, to complete the ensemble. There is a constant flow of merchandise so there’s always something new to see at Mrs. B’s. Holiday specials include closeout sales on women’s shoes and boots and free gift-wrapping is available with all purchases. Store hours are 10am-5pm, seven days a week. For more information go to: mrsbszplace.net, or call, 831.623.8880.

SHOPPING

Kimberly Ewertz

GIFT OF STYLE From the basic tank top to ruffled rompers and

sweater dresses—there’s a bit of flash for everyone on your list.

Jeans for two Holiday deals at Blush in Morgan Hill By KIMBERLY EWERTZ

Magdaleno caters to the shopper as well, offering spray tan services, with the first tanning session priced at $24.99. Coming soon Magdaleno will offer eyebrow microblading and eyelash extension services. Holiday specials currently available at the boutique include a buy one, get one at half off on all jeans and yoga pants. So why not select a pair of jeans to give as a gift, and throw one in the bag for you. New merchandise arrives weekly, so there’s always something different to check out. Blush Boutique & Beauty Bar is open Monday - Saturday, 11:30am-7pm. For more information go to: blushboutiquemh.com or call, 669.258.5333.

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fter years of working as a buyer in the retail business, Sherie Magdaleno, decided she wanted something of her own, so in 2015 she opened Blush Boutique and Beauty Bar, now located at 233 W. Main Ave, Ste. B, in the Morgan Hill Shopping Center. Blush Boutique & Beauty Bar offers customers a large selection of women’s clothes, purses, shoes, good quality makeup and little grab-and-go items that are perfect stocking stuffers. From the basic tank top, to oversized flannel shirts, ruffled rompers and sweater dresses—there’s a style and size for every body, so you can check off several on your gift list in just one stop.

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REAL ESTATE

Realtor’s Corner important if you don’t have personal customer service. My clients talk to me, not one of my staff members. I don’t know about you, but I can’t stand when it takes 15 minutes of automated prompts to get a live person. Every client’s needs are different. Whether working with a buyer or a seller—working together we can find the best action plan that is going to work for that particular client. After 23 years in the business, it seems to be working so far.

What’s the best part of your job? I really do like helping buyers and sellers reach their goals—helping them get to the next chapter of their lives. It makes me happy when we stay in touch and they let me know what’s happening in their lives. It’s just a good feeling.

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TOP VIEW Realtor Chris Williams is an FAA certified drone pilot and owner of CaHomeDrone.

By DEBRA ESKINAZI

How did you get your start in real estate? The truth—my best friend, who was, and still is a Realtor as well, pulled up to my home in a brand new Pontiac Fiero, that looked like a miniature Ferrari! I told myself “I have to get my real estate license so I can get one of those!” This was around 1993. I never got a Fiero, But I did get my license in 1994 and never looked back. I found I really enjoyed real estate sales. From signing a listing agreement with my clients to closing escrow on their home—I enjoy helping people reach their goals.

How do you stay competitive in this market? I stay competitive by knowing my clients need two things. #1 Using the most advanced, relevant, successful marketing tools available and #2 One on one customer service. Part of my marketing plan has actually grown into a little business called CaHomeDrone—a service providing incredible aerial videos as well as pictures of the interior and exterior of their home. I create beautiful virtual tours buyers and buyers’ agents can view from all over the world. None of this is

Where do you work? I mostly specialize in south San Jose, Morgan Hill, San Martin, Gilroy and Hollister. Contact Chris Williams Realtor at 408.607.7913 or Interoman@aol. com or Interoman.com.

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Chris Williams is one of the founders at Morgan Hill Intero

I think it’s too early to tell how this will affect buyers and sellers at this time. I haven’t had a client ask me about it yet, But I’m sure I will soon. Capping the property tax deduction, limiting the mortgage interest deduction to interest paid up to $500,000, etc. Will that have an affect on property values? It could. Will it increase our low inventory? It could. It’s still too early to tell. We can help guide clients to help educate them as information comes in, but we can not give tax or legal advice. I always refer my clients to their tax professional and/or attorney that they trust. If they don’t have one, I can happily refer them to one.

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