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Jeff Berting PHOTOGRAPHER, “Members of the Board” and “Deep Blue Harvest”
Jeff is a frequent contributor to Southbay magazine, along with his wife, Siri. His underwater shooting skills came in handy for this issue’s piece on spearfishing. For more on Jeff, visit jeffberting.com.
Kara Mickelson
ust before our current issue went to press, GQ magazine named Manhattan Beach “America’s Best Beach for Chowing Down.” An awesome honor, and we couldn’t agree more. In fact, I think the booming food scene in Manhattan is only a small part of a much larger appetite in the South Bay. We really love food. And we love ALL kinds of food. And get this … you don’t have to be stuffy, snotty, refined or otherwise to appreciate our best eats and drinks. If it’s good, it’s good. And we’ve got plenty of goodness to please all kinds of palates. While many of us relish the wave of new, hip venues with delicious and trendy menu items and insanely creative cocktails, many of us are also content to grab an amazing burger, taco or slice of pizza at a local takeout joint. We do casual really well. But sometimes it’s also nice to get dressed up and enjoy an amazing meal crafted by an award-winning chef. That’s the South Bay way. This issue, we give you a plate full of reasons to celebrate our wonderful food scene. We asked 14 of our favorite gourmands, including chefs, wine pros, writers, bartenders, growers and more, to tell us where THEY like to eat and drink outside their own establishments. Some of their picks may surprise you and, hopefully, get you out on a new culinary adventure. Speaking of food exploration, we went to Aspen for a taste of Rocky Mountain hospitality and loved every bite. Closer to home, we caught up with the crazy team behind local wine label Rebel Coast and sought out the best ginger beer concoction in town. We even took the plunge off the coast for an exercise in spearfishing—and came up empty-handed, but we doubt you will after reading this issue. Cheers!
FOOD STYLIST, “We’ve Got Taste”
Kara was born and raised in California. She is a personal chef, food stylist, consultant, on-camera culinary expert and owner of Creative Culinary Group. She trained in Spain and in Napa at the famed French Laundry. She is a graduate of UCLA and Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts.
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THE STRAND HOUSE, Manhattan Beach Cherice: Simplistic approach, beautiful ombre color. Jill: Light and just enough sweetness. Jonny: Good, refreshing. Score: 8.6
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WORK HARD, PLAY HARD Doug, Chip, a couple VW vans, bottles of booze and a dream ... the essense of Rebel Coast Winery.
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Rebels With a Cause If you thought the wine business was only for grown-ups, then you haven’t met the Redondo crew behind Rebel Coast Winery.
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can you not love a bubbly wine with a label that glows in the dark for, well, nightstand consumption? Brothers Chip and AJ Forsythe were well-intentioned Cal Poly undergrads who caught the wine bug and infected others with their passion for unpretentious, populist products. Meet the team from Rebel Coast Winery: Chip, AJ, VP of sales Doug Burkett and COO Kate Seiberlich—proof positive that you can make and enjoy wine without a whiff of snootiness and without sacrificing sacred access to SoCal surf.
Isn’t wine supposed to be serious business? You guys at Rebel Coast Winery seem to be having way too much fun. Chip: Wine is definitely not supposed to be serious. And sadly, boring old rich people made it that way years ago. What brought you to the South Bay? I see you’re buying grapes from Napa and Sonoma, so why set up shop down here? AJ: That was a rhetorical question, right? Have you seen the nightlife of the farm towns you just mentioned? Chip & Doug: Have you seen the women down here? Kate: Have you seen the men down here? Two brothers, a lot of mustaches and a dream ... so Chip and AJ were Cal Poly wrestlers who went “Sideways” and got into the wine racket. How did that go over with the parents? Chip: Dad laughed, and Mom cried. The old punch line goes something like this: Wanna make $1 million in the wine business? Just invest $10 million. Any advice for people fantasizing about changing careers and entering the world of grapes? AJ: DON’T DO IT. But in
all seriousness, we started very, very, very small, which allowed us to grow organically and to steer clear of debt. Part of your success model is affordably priced wines that are memorably tongue-incheek, pun intended. Pink Panda bubbles are equipped with a handy glow-in-thedark label, for example, for “you and your loved one to find in the dark.” How serious is the bubbly behind that glowing panda? Chip: It’s very serious. Our wine is the only reason we can get away with goofing around so much; it’s because our wine is better than 90% of the juice out there. We make wines that we can drink at night, not wines that were made to win pretentious, snooty wine competitions. The Pink Panda is an Alexander Valley pinot noir made in the demi-sec style with Charmat technique. Growth, growth, growth. Are you focusing mostly on restaurants or on consumers? Who is the ideal drinker of Rebel Coast wines? Doug: We’re definitely focused on the consumer. We’ve built a cult following from a new generation of wine drinkers! Kate: We’ve noticed, since we have made the end-consumer the first
priority when making our wines, that the restaurants and wine shops then always follow. Some of your wines are blends of different grapes. Explain to our readers what the thought process is there. AJ: If you’re talking different varietals, then we’ve had some friends with great vineyards, and we’ve been blending these varietals (cabernet sauvignon and syrah) for a while. When those grapes get into bed with each other ... it’s fireworks, baby. What’s the ideal South Bay food pairing with a Rebel Coast wine ... and perhaps a pretty lady. (We notice you have rather a few working with you these days ... hmmm.) AJ: You keep your hands to yourself! Chip: The Rockefeller’s grilled fish tacos and seared ahi tacos ... holy schmoly, they pair so good—just like a cougar consoling a 23-year-old whose girlfriend just broke up with him. Well, I am afraid I can’t speak for the cougars, but these wines are fun, affordable and available at a fine South Bay establishment near you. Perfect for summertime sipping. For more on the epicurean entrepreneurs, visit rebelcoastwinery.com.
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WEBER’S BIG BOOK OF BURGERS By Jim Purviance (Oxmoor House) An homage to an American classic that goes beyond the bun, offering alternative recipes using pork, poultry, seafood and vegetables. But beef-lovers never fear: There are plenty of mouthwatering preparations of traditional favorites and a number of popular sides like onion rings and creamy milkshakes. VINTAGE CAKES By Julie Richardson (Ten Speed Press) Go back in time to Grandma’s kitchen and relive classics like yellow cake with chocolate buttercream frosting, icebox cakes and mascarpone mousse. This charming book of old-time goodies will put a sentimental touch on your next gathering.
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A HISTORY OF THE WORLD IN 6 GLASSES By Tom Standage (St. Martin’s Press) A fascinating documentation of humanity’s evolution, from Stone Age to modern day, through the lens of six popular beverages: beer, wine, spirits, coffee, tea and cola. THE FOREST FEAST By Erin Gleeson (Harry N. Abrams, Inc.) Based on her popular blog, Gleeson’s book features recipes inspired by her move from New York to a tiny California cabin. Using local produce, the 100 vegetarian dishes call for only three or four ingredients and few steps. It’s also beautifully illustrated by the author herself.
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Endless Creativity
John Van Hamersveld makes new waves with his art—this time, even closer to home. WRITTEN BY KELLY
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t’s been a lifetime since painter and graphic designer John Van Hamersveld was just a surfer kid growing up in the South Bay. He remembers his parents drawing in their home near the swells of Lunada Bay and seeing beatniks and Hells Angels off the Hermosa Pier. He recalls how two hours of art classes a day at El Segundo High School changed his life. And now, 50 years since his iconic poster for Endless Summer made him an international artist, he’s back in the neighborhood. Since the sorbet-hued image for the 1966 movie became synonymous with surf culture, John has made a legacy as layered as waves on the beach. He famously created album covers for legendary bands—such as The Rolling Stones’ Exile on Main St. and The Beatles’ Magical Mystery Tour. He recently crafted a psychedelic LED spectacle on Fremont
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Street in Las Vegas. And a few months after opening an art gallery this year, his work will be featured in the nearby Topaz San Pedro office building, close to where it all began. “I continue moving forward, which is not what the typical gallery artist does,” he says. The mural, which is scheduled to be unveiled this summer, will be on a massive, 10-foot-by-20-foot canvas in the new building’s lobby. Its look is akin to the bright aesthetic of his “Waterworks” series. While the specifics are being kept under wraps for now, Topaz’s developers hope that it will showcase the building as a place for likeminded, creative talent. “We’re trying to appeal to the local community,” says Tim Vaughan, senior vice president at CBRE—a commercial real estate firm—and one of the top-leasing brokers at Topaz. Located on Sixth Street, where surrounding galleries and restaurants have
similarly been transforming the area into a stylish hub, Topaz has ultra-modern floor plans with views of the waterfront. Electric vehicle charging stations and custom-made bikes are also part of the trendy setting. As a member of Palos Verdes’ artist community and a father to surfers, Tim knew of John’s history—and, of course, his signature dark hat and round glasses. Tim and his colleagues commissioned the artist after others submitted their ideas. He thinks that John’s contribution will be the start of Topaz’s budding reputation for work and play. To John, this particular work is yet another instance of hard-earned experience. Future onlookers can admire the various concepts in the piece, which include Dutch and surreal influences, or they could form viewpoints based on their own histories. “You know more than what you can understand,” he says. “That’s the beauty of art. As someone who is turning 73, I’m in that stage.”
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Where there’s a will, there’s a whale. Locals work to transform Marineland’s forgotten entrance sculpture from beached to beautiful. WRITTEN BY CHRIS
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Sea Change
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amilies, ocean-life enthusiasts and other visitors found it a bit of an ordeal traveling to and finding Marineland of the Pacific in 1954. The world’s largest oceanarium of its time was located in a spectacular setting deep in the south end of the Palos Verdes Peninsula coastline. It was worth it once you arrived, though, and was like nowhere else on earth. It was another world. Marineland beat Disneyland by a cool 365 days, making it California’s first major theme park. It cost nearly $3 million to build. The park had been having its ups and downs financially after its first few years and needed something new, exciting and fantabulous to bring in the crowds. Enter Bubbles. Bubbles became a huge, instant hit for the park after being caught in 1957. At 13 feet in length, the first female pilot whale ever captured and displayed in public found immediate and worldwide attention. She was drawing them in. So popular and long-lasting was the whale’s success, a monumental likeness was ordered, designed and cast—twice her size at 26 feet long and 7 feet wide. There could have been worse ways to exploit the worldwide popularity created by the loveable phenomenon. The captivating sculpture was designed by Leonard Bessom and installed permanently at Marineland’s updated 1975 entrance, welcoming visitors while looming over their cars as they (finally!) ended their long drive finding the place. The statue was beautifully produced in black-hued fiberglass and from every angle looked as magnificent and overwhelmingly powerful as its subject—while still retaining the lighthearted and elegant playfulness Bubbles’ fans had grown to love. The solid and sturdy installation and placement was
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executed with a flair and panache worthy of William Pereira’s original 1954 structures located within the park. Two dolphins were added near the statue’s base, swimming cooperatively alongside. Now this was an entrance! The sculpture, along with the 414-foot-tall Sky Tower (another Marineland attraction, which offered the most dramatic view of the surrounding coast ever experienced, added to the park in 1966) stood together for years. Unfortunately, Marineland was infamously purchased and rapidly closed amongst much controversy in 1987. Talk about abandonment issues … all the whales and other substantial species were shipped down the 405 to San Diego’s Sea World. Other marine life was distributed among various local outlets. All the trees and shrubs were left immediately without water, putting the drought-resistant species to their test. Green leaves faded, browned and died. The staff was let go, and the fun stopped. Not even the locals found it appealing to visit. The huge exhibition tanks were dismantled and removed along with any other potentially dangerous structures. What was left of the park became a ghost town that decayed over two decades. The 1995 demolition of the Sky Tower left Marineland of the Pacific sunk for good. Film studios saw a great opportunity, both beautiful and cheap, to film MTV beach shows and the Disney Pirates of the Caribbean franchise. The statue of Bubbles remained, keeping her guard, for nearly two years after the abrupt and thoughtless closing of the park. What a gift that it remained in place for as long as it did. Finally, after vandals had begun to leave their mark on Bessom’s work, the Rancho Palos Verdes Civic Center took the statue in 1988, storing it behind the center’s buildings and pathways. Enter Bob. Robert Craig was hiking with his daughter this January near the RPV Civic Center’s backlot and happened upon the monument. It was on its side and damaged, left out in the open in a storage area behind the center—beached and forgotten, sun-ravaged and dry. He knew instantly what it was, having seen the sculpture for years in its original location. Robert posted a photograph of the sorry find on Facebook, and things went viral. Responses were received instantly, asking how one might help and where donations could be sent to help get Bubbles off the ground. Robert contacted his friend Clarke McTaggart, who shared an immediate interest in the project, and the two began working on what could be done with the iconic treasure. After much diligence and perseverance, Robert and Clarke contacted Diana McIntyre, the docent program coordinator and curator with the RPV Interpretive Center. She also happens to be known as the queen of Marineland archives and worked as educational consultant at the park throughout the ‘80s. Teaching and educating people with research rather than emotion has always driven Diana—and is the path she continues to follow today. She agreed with Robert and Clarke that the RPV Interpretive Center would be the perfect place to re-install the monument and allow Bubbles to get back up on her tail to continue her watch over the Palos Verdes coast forever. With good and well-meant intentions comes reality, and reality means money. Fiberglass is stronger stuff than one might guess, but the repairs needed for the piece and its permanent installation costs will be considerable. As of now, efforts are being made by Diana, Robert and Clarke to place the statue in its deserved final and everlasting breach. Please stay in touch and participate in the public outreach process for Lower Point Vicente Park and the potential restoration and placement of Bubbles—things are developing quickly!
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August 22–24
The Beatles’ 50th at the Bowl
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50 years since The Beatles played their first iconic show at the Hollywood Bowl, Dave Stewart (Eurythmics) will ringmaster an evening of classics, including “Twist and Shout,” “I Want to Hold Your Hand” and “A Hard Day’s Night.” 8 p.m., (7:30 Sunday) at the Hollywood Bowl, hollywoodbowl.com September 28
Sunday By the Sea
Enjoy a quintessential Southern California afternoon sampling delicious libations and gourmet cuisine from the finest local food and beverage purveyors, all benefiting TrinityCare Hospice Foundation. 2 to 5 p.m., private Palos Verdes estate, providencepowerofgiving.org July
30–31 Charlie Saikley Volleyball Tournament 9 a.m., Manhattan Beach Pier surffestival.org
RIDING HIGH Above: The Beatles commerate a historic LA concert. Right: Enjoying the best seat in the house at the Palos Verdes Concours d’Elegance.
2 Evening Under the Stars
September
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Palos Verdes Art Center, pvartcenter.org
6 to 9:30, Honda in Torrance torrancememorial.org
South of Hermosa Beach Pier hermosabch.org
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1-2 Arcade Fire
7:30, The Forum fabulousforum.com
16-17 Summer Sidewalk Sale
10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Downtown Hermosa Beach, hbchamber.net
29-31 Fiesta Hermosa
Through September 7 Floating Man: The Sketchbook Drawings of David Rinehart 5-7 Portuguese Bend National Horse Show Ernie Howlett Park, pcch.net
14 Palos Verdes Concours d’Elegance
10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Trump National pvconcours.org
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Presidential Address
SKECHERS’ Michael Greenberg and President Bill Clinton
At the event held in Redondo Beach, President Bill Clinton spoke to 1,500 SKECHERS executives, team members and international partners about the importance of working together toward common goals for the sake of shared prosperity in the world. Using the successes of the Clinton Foundation in the context of ever-changing political and social challenges as his case study, President Clinton said, “Within America, all over the world, people who believe in win-win scenarios, who really are trying to build networks of creative cooperation, are making good things happen.” “It was an absolute honor to interview him in front of our team, to be able to ask him questions about leadership strategies, his perspective on the global business environment and opportunities a business such as SKECHERS has to innovate, as well as more lighthearted topics,” shares co-founder and chairman Michael Greenberg. “To see him interact and share a story with each country that was present during our photo opportunity speaks volumes to his charisma and global appeal.”
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Southbay May/June Release Party
Southbay magazine teamed up with Bank of Manhattan for an evening filled with delicious bites by Paul Martin’s American Grill, beverages by Uncorked Wine Shop and King Harbor Brewing Company, tunes by VOX DJs and plenty of networking for local professionals and business owners.
Mike Aloia, Jorge Hernandez, Nydia Garcia, Hector Vasquez
Fred Rello, Beth Rello, Jake Dax
Caroline Burke, Manny Serrano, Cameron Mosher, Rick Sowers, Suzanne Sharer, Bob McDaniel
Jeff Bonafede of Uncorked Wine Shop
Flowers provided by Floret Cadet
Kara Ford and Jack Farmer of VOX DJs
Marcie Tatman, Marie Nicholson, Joanne Galin, Kim Edwards
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Andrea Jacobson, Manny Serrano, Antonio Valverde, Paula Henao
Roxy Hetzel, Crystal Wenrick, Karie Klaczkiewicz, AJ Lester, Kate Lester, Jessie Kozar, Lori Tostado
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Grades of Green VERTE 2014
Invitees gathered at the MBS Media Campus to honor Avatar producer Jon Landau, environmental advocate Suzy Amis Cameron and Earth Friendly Products. Focused on supporting ways to live sustainably every day, Grades of Green inspires and empowers students to preserve and protect the environment.
Shaya Kirkpatrick, Suzanne Kretschmer, Lisa Coppedge, Zoe Saldana, Jon Landau, Suzy Amis Cameron, Kimberly Lewand Martin
Jon Landau, Zoe Saldana, Suzy Amis Cameron
Marco Pereng and Zoe Salanda
Kristen Blake and Steve Blake
The South Bay Dozen
The 5K Paddleboard/SUP race at Torrance beach was sponsored by Bud Light and The Jimmy Miller Foundation.
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Nuit Blanche
Trina Turk Manhattan Beach hosted a shopping event full of food, drinks, music and fundraising for local charity Walk With Sally. Guests shopped for white outfits to wear to White Light White Night, the charity’s annual summer event held this year on Saturday, July 19.
Unaged corn whiskey by Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery
Walk With Sally founder Nick Arquette
Tara Hackley, Tyler Harms, Tara Klein
Morgan Jaffe, Angie Rome, Jessica Haworth, Katie Kirkland, Jill Thacker
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Trina Turk team Kellie Flowers, Jake McDermott, Jessie Kozar, Stephanie Fink, Elie Panzalian
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Tracy Jones and Melissa Matthey
Danielle DeVov, Gabby Noce, Mike Noce
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Keller Williams
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Office expansion ribbon-cutting ceremony and grand re-opening party for Keller Williams Palos Verdes Realty. Attended by the city council, chamber of commerce members and local real estate agents and businesses.
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Ron Howard
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The actor and Academy Award-winning director took questions from Torrance Memorial Medical Center patrons at a Shade Hotel dinner in Manhattan Beach. His appearance was just prior to a speaking engagement at the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center as part of its Distinguished Speaker Series.
Barbara Lurie, Ron Howard, Mark Lurie, MD, Pat Lucy
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Southbay Health Party
Guests gathered for a first look at the newest issue of Southbay Health, presented by SoCal Hearing South Bay at Kincaid’s Redondo Beach. Oceanfront views of King Harbor set the tone for a spectacular evening inclusive of gourmet hors d’oeuvres, cocktails and live music by Aragorn & Olivia.
Alison Clay-Duboff and Dr. Jonathan Leiterman
Casey Knutson
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Emily Armer, Julia Goldberg, Elena Lacey
Acoustic set by Aragorn & Olivia
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Celebrate Wellness
Elise Asch, Tom Simko, MD, Anne Clary, MFT, Jean McMillan
Celebrating 27 years, Cancer Support Community-Redondo Beach’s 18th annual Celebrate Wellness event raised more than $100,000 in net income to benefit free support group programs for cancer patients and their families. Strolling through the late afternoon garden party, 600 guests sampled fare from 35 of the finest restaurants, wineries and breweries.
Kelly Anderson, Jenny Hellman, Portia Cohen, Lynn Goldberg, Andy Cohen, Lisa Aitkin
Russ Lesser, Charlotte Lesser, Steve Napolitano Eileen Fiore and Mike Fiore
Deb Downing, Emily Stewart Baker, Judith Opdahl
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Roundhouse Aquarium Fun Run
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Tom Zannoch, Amy Shertzer, Tafton Thompson, Sara Gustafson and Luke Plelert took home the first-place prizes from the Roundhouse Aquarium 5K Fun Run. Tom was first in the category for men 15 and older and also had the overall best time of 18:25.00.
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Spring Splendor
The Salvation Army put on a formal cocktail attire fundraising extravaganza to benefit their Children’s After School Program. The plein air art of Thomas Redfield and Karl Dempwolf was showcased, and the gourmet fare was catered by Chez Melange. It was a magical evening set amongst fine art, live music and the compassion of many SA benefactors.
Marco Ciccone and Nikki Teague
Jack Messerlian and Stephanie Cartozian
Stephanie Cartozian and Michael Wade
Donald Paul Holtorf and Dan Scala
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Sea air can do wonders for a company’s creative juices.
Mixagogo Launch Party
Mixagogo launched its website, providing a one-stop shop for people looking to network or see what’s happening in their area, at new local favorite R10.
Gerry Vazquez, Valerie James, Meghan Kautzer
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Bibi Goldstein, Joanne Galin, Valerie James, Danny Quisenberry
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Evening of Pampering
Burke Williams and Southbay magazine opened the spa’s doors for an exclusive evening of pampering, with complimentary mini-steam pedicures, facials and paraffin hand-dips. Spa-goers sipped Korbel champagne with Italian hors d’oeuvres compliments of Gaetano’s Restaurant. Each guest received a Burke Williams gift that included products from the new pedicure enhancement menu.
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Gaetano’s Restaurant provided Italian appetizers and small bites.
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Where 14 of the South Bay’s most familiar food folk eat and drink … off the clock EDITED BY DARREN
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“To be honest, I consider this restaurant to be one of the best in Southern California. The menu is simple, focused and executed very well. And I love the oyster selection: Pacific Gold, Northern Cross, Rocky Reef, etc. The Hamachi dish is one of my favorites—the serrano gives it a slight spice, but the ponzu balances it so well. And seriously great halibut fish tacos too. Honestly, my husband and I love to host out-of-town friends there and get a bunch of plates for a ‘family-style’ dinner.” OTHER PICKS Brunch: Chez Melange, Redondo Beach Ice Cream: Handel’s, Redondo Beach Romantic Dining: La Sosta Enoteca, Hermosa Beach
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Best Seafood Restaurant: Fishing with Dynamite
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Best Margarita: Spicy Mango at Palmilla Cocina y Tequila 39 Pier Avenue, Hermosa Beach, 310-503-7722, palmillarestaurant.com
“This tasty drink makes your mouth happy because of the balance: the sweetness from the ripe mango, the freshness from the cucumber and the kick from the jalapeño. It goes well with all of their dishes, and that underlying spice makes you wanna come back for more!” OTHER PICKS Burritos: Brother’s Burritos, Hermosa Beach Fresh Produce: Grow, Manhattan Beach Fine Dining: Darren’s Restaurant, Manhattan Beach
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Best Tacos: Día de Campo
1238 Hermosa Avenue, Hermosa Beach, 310-379-1829, diadecampohb.com
“Wonderfully addictive, made-to-order tortillas stuffed with carne asada, pescado (either crispy or grilled), lamb or pollo are complemented by authentic toppings and a housemade ‘XXX’ hot sauce that I had to hide in my purse for our own little casa. Tacos auténticos (and a great cocktail list) make Día de Campo a real field day for fans in the South Bay.”
OTHER PICKS Room Service: Terranea Resort, Rancho Palos Verdes Asian Cuisine: Little Sister, Manhattan Beach Cocktails: Pushing Daisies at MB Post, Manhattan Beach
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Best Burger: The Standing Room
144 N. Catalina Avenue, Redondo Beach, 310-374-7545
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Best Romantic Dining: La Sosta Enoteca
2700 Manhattan Avenue, Hermosa Beach, 310-318-1556, lasostaenoteca.com
“La Sosta is my go-to romantic dinner spot. The food is through the roof, the wine is always flowing, and everything from start to finish is perfection. To show you how much I love it, after proposing to my fiancé, popping champagne and celebrating at home, we celebrated the evening some more by having a romantic dinner at La Sosta!” OTHER PICKS Tacos: Rock’n Fish, Manhattan Beach Steak: The Strand House, Manhattan Beach Beer Selection: Brewco, Manhattan Beach
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“My favorite is the Cash Burger. I love the flavor the hoisin sauce adds; it adds a great sauciness to the burger.” OTHER PICKS Cocktails: The Firechief at Tony’s, Redondo Beach Eggs: Tabbouleh scramble with garlic and half a bottle of Cholula at Martha’s 22nd Street Grill, Hermosa Beach Produce: Torrance Farmers Market
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350 N. Sepulveda Boulevard, Manhattan Beach, 310-3182537, twogunsespresso.com Michael Fiorelli Chef/partner, Love + Salt
“These are two young guys creating a culture in Manhattan Beach. They are passionate, super-knowledgeable, and they’re having fun. It feels good to be able to get great coffee at a locally owned, independent spot. They offer a great product, and they thoughtfully source their products like Art of Tea and Straus Farms milk. These are the kind of likeminded businesses we are excited to support.” OTHER PICKS Ice Cream: Manhattan Beach Creamery, Manhattan Beach Front of House: Christina at M.B. Post, Manhattan Beach Healthy Restaurant: Farm Stand, El Segundo
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A 2012 New England Journal of Medicine study found that drinking up to six cups of coffee a day can reduce all-cause mortality by 10% in men and 15% in women.
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3500 N. Sepulveda Boulevard, Manhattan Beach, 310-939-0900, tinroofbistro.com “Pablo has organized a very thoughtful wine list that has tremendous variety and value and has also built a well-rounded beverage program with fun and interesting cocktails. He keeps himself informed and up-to-date on food news and trends and exudes so much great passion for the world of food and wine. It’s inspiring to see him working the floor when I dine there. I know that I can always refer to him for suggestions and have him guide me towards a great wine choice.” OTHER PICKS Chef: Shin-Sen-Gumi Yakitori, Gardena Pizza: Pitfire, Manhattan Beach Upscale Bar: Circa, Manhattan Beach
David LeFevre Chef/owner, M.B. Post & Fishing with Dynamite
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Best Salad: Wedge at The Depot
1250 Cabrillo Avenue, Torrance, 310-787-7501, depotrestaurant.com “Chef Michael Shafer’s salad is made from a variety of hand-picked, vine-
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OTHER PICKS Seafood Dish: Ahi & Chips at Zazou, Redondo Beach Burger: Simmzy’s, Manhattan Beach Watering Hole: Nelson’s at Terranea, Rancho Palos Verdes
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Best Healthy Fare: The Green Temple
1700 S. Catalina Avenue, Redondo Beach, 310-944-4525, greentemple.net “We like Green Temple for its simplicity and veggie cuisine, like the tofu, steamers and lasagna. Plus you can’t beat the natural ambiance.” OTHER PICKS Pizza: Veggie at Viva La Pizza, Redondo Beach Bakery: Beckers, Manhattan Beach Wine List: The Bottle Inn, Hermosa Beach
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Best Bakery: L’Amande 2553 Pacific Coast Highway, Torrance, 310-326-8980, lamandebakery.com
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“I always come to her (owner Ana) for their pain au chocolat, croissants and breads. I am originally from just outside Paris, and it’s the closest to what you can get in France in the South Bay.” OTHER PICKS Mexican: Coyote Cantina, Redondo Beach Sushi: Nozomi, Torrance Romantic Dining: BALEENkitchen, Redondo Beach
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Best Watering Hole: Gasser Lounge
1500 Aviation Boulevard, Redondo Beach, gasserlounge.com “When Hudson House was still new and I was exhausted from working long hours there, I would go to the Gasser Lounge after a late night for a drink and to escape the craziness of the brand new restaurant. Bartender Mike took great care of me. A whiskey and some relaxation after a long day is exactly what this chef needed.” OTHER PICKS Dessert: Four Daughters Kitchen, Manhattan Beach Smoothie: Bar at Equinox, Manhattan Beach Seafood: Redondo Beach Pier
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seasonal items and also try to use local foods from around town.” OTHER PICKS Pizza: The Crest Sports Bar and Grill, Torrance Beer: Naja’s Place, Redondo Beach Steak: Filet Mignon at Fleming’s, El Segundo
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When two contributors take the plunge with South Bay spearfishermen, they take home much more than sea bass. WRITTEN BY STEFAN
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n a Sunday morning last March, 33-year-old Clark McNulty pointed at the shore as we cut through the ocean chop and said, “Having the boat is a pure breakaway from all of that.” There were collective nods of agreement from the other five men on board as they tinkered with their wetsuits, weight belts and masks. I wanted to say something but couldn’t—the deck swayed, and with each dip I pleaded with my stomach to please, please not get seasick. Not now. Not here. Clark, the affable owner of HookBuzz.com—a spearfishing and diving company—piloted his 29-foot dive boat away from King Harbor and toward the steep cliffs of Palos Verdes, chatting away happily about white sea bass, as ocean spray salted our clothing. The diesel engine droned on as the boat swayed; each time my stomach lurched. The morning was crisp and cool. A layer of hazy smog sat far offshore to the starboard side, and on the port side the South Bay was only just starting its day. Our goals were simple: If we could catch white sea bass, we would. But Clark noted that our prey, a popular sport fish that belongs to the croaker family (yes, you can actually hear them croaking underwater), is notoriously skittish. Even a burst of bubbles underwater is enough to scare the fish away. Though South Bay spearfishermen often hunt a wide variety of local game fish, the white sea bass is highly sought after due to its taste and its elusive nature—which is why it’s one of Clark’s favorite fish to hunt. Fish aside, our more realistic goal was to jump in and get a taste of spearfishing: donning a thick dive suit, throwing on a waistcrunching weight belt and seeing, firsthand, what it was like to freedive down amongst the kelp forests of Palos Verdes. We stopped the boat at the “secret spot,” one that was supposed to be in the midst of a thick kelp bed teeming with scaly ocean life. But the kelp was gone, ripped away by large surf. “I’ve never seen it before like this,” Clark said, disappointed. We motored on to another spot and stopped. While everyone else was busy suiting up, I had a slight disagreement with my stomach off the starboard side. Head swimming, I squeezed into my bulky, seven-millimeter dive suit and followed Clark into the water. We stayed far away from the starboard side—far, far away. Clark swam with me to the edge of a spot of kelp, and he laid it out simply: Spearfishing is about more than hunting. It’s about experiencing the ocean and everything it has to offer. He told me to take several deep breaths (one of the main dangers of spearfishing is blacking out from lack of oxygen) and then dive straight down, using a strand of kelp as a guideline to keep diving. The frigid water seeped into my suit and clawed along my back as I plunged down, and when I looked about I saw sunlight shimmering through blue. Kelp rose up 20 feet from the unseen bottom, forming tree-like groves. Schools of fish, most only a few inches long, darted in and out of their shadows. Clark swam ahead of me, steady and calm, completely at home. After swimming down a dozen feet or so, he signaled to go back up. On the surface, Clark bobbed up and down as he said that his hope—his main goal—for all this was for me to see what it was like down below. He wanted me to understand why he, his family and friends all spearfish. And I did. My stomach didn’t, even at the end
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of the day, but I understood. A few weeks later, Clark and I met up at Hot’s Kitchen in Hermosa. I was embarrassed about the seasick business and I apologized profusely, but Clark only brushed it off. When it comes to the ocean and being on a boat, Clark has seen it all. He said I was actually pretty stealthy about the whole thing—I took that as a compliment. Clark grew up in the South Bay, primarily in Palos Verdes. He says his father, Bob McNulty, was a Navy SEAL during Vietnam, and he made sure Clark and his younger brother, Kirk, spent a lot of their free time in the water. “My dad was a big component of me getting into the water,” says Clark. They’d often sail to Avalon on Santa Catalina Island and fish for most of the weekend. Naturally things progressed from there—the two McNulty brothers started spending even more time in the water during their high school years, occasionally spearfishing when they had the time. “We were 14 or 16, and we were getting out on our own. It was sort of fun, and we had that whole ocean environment to play in.” Once they reached their 20s, the brothers started testing their diving skills. They swam out further and further, diving off kelp beds and going after bigger sport fish like white sea bass. The challenge of the hunt proved immediately alluring to Clark, especially since spearfishing isn’t as easy as simply firing off a spear and snagging a fish. “You don’t see the big fish every time. You don’t just go out there and see one. They’re very skittish.” Everything leading up to the water time also has to go smoothly. “When you pull up on a spot, you have to be quiet, drop the anchor quiet, no music. You get superstitious; you have your routines. You want to make sure you do everything responsibly too,” says Clark. The challenges of hunting aside, Clark also makes a point of mentioning that spearfishermen have to be mindful of harvesting local fish correctly. Since he’s grown up and fished in the area throughout his life, he’s seen that most game fish—especially his preferred fish of choice—are smaller than they used to be. “Things get fished out. That’s why it’s important to drive more awareness towards the Redondo grow-out station.” Richard Ford works as a dedicated volunteer at the Redondo Beach LA Conservation Corps’ SEA Lab, which assists with a broader, statewide white sea bass restoration project. The lab functions as a grow-out for hatchery-bred white sea bass, and every year the volunteers release the fish in the waters off Redondo to help stabilize the region’s local population. “It’s awfully good eating,” says Rich about the sea bass. “It’s great for commercial purposes.” However, roughly half a century ago, local sea bass populations were nearly devastated because of their commercial value. According to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, the white sea bass population dropped dramatically through the 1950s and ‘60s, and stricter regulations had to be introduced in order to keep the bass from being overfished. “When we started killing them off, we were hurting a recreational industry. Any time you take anything out of the food chain, you’re going to have a negative impact on the ocean environment,” says Richard. “They are a sizeable fish—excellent eating,” says Terry Maas. The avid spearfisherman, one whom Clark insisted I get in touch with, went on to mention that the fish was practically decimated locally by fishermen using controversial gill nets during the mid-20 th century. “They would use spotter planes,” says Terry. “[The white sea bass] were so thick they would change the color of the kelp bed. During the day they are very alert. At night they would go into these nets that would drown them indiscriminately.”
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Increased regulations, especially those concerning the size of bass that were ready for harvesting, helped protect the waning population. “Now sea bass are becoming more prolific,” says Terry. “Now the populations are maintaining a good level.” Furthermore, Terry adds that spearfishing is a very conservationminded sport: The average spearfisherman sets out with a particular fish in mind, and they have to spend an exorbitant amount of effort trying to track it down. If they’re too noisy or if they miss their shots, they won’t bag their fish. “We let a lot go,” says Terry. “Fish and Game recognizes that, and they let us dive where fishermen can’t go. We know what we’re going
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to get. It’s a very selective form of harvesting. We can target our species. The last thing we want to do is clean it out.” Terry also points out that spearfishing is a valuable part of California’s history. Our state’s first watermen and women would spearfish when the surf was minimal, and they’d usually only catch what they needed—not to mention that the sheer challenge of the hunt often kept them occupied during the flat summer months. At Hot’s, Clark points out that the success ratio for snagging white sea bass is low, hovering around 10%. And while Clark enjoys the hunt and the thrill of acquiring a sizable catch, he also believes that simply being out in the ocean and experiencing its beauty firsthand is
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one of the main draws of spearfishing. “We just appreciate the environment. And when we harvest something, we do it within the regulations, and we do it with the most respect possible,” says Clark. Spearfishing has been an important pastime for the McNulty family, even more so in 2014. Kirk, Clark’s brother, passed on earlier this year, and Clark has made an effort to revisit the spots where he and his brother grew up fishing. The first site we visited on our dive trip, the one that had lost its kelp forest, was one of the McNulty family’s favorite spots. “[Kirk] was a true waterman. He was the one who got me into a lot of things in
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life. One of the last successful dives we had together was at that spot.” For Clark, spearfishing is an integral part of the South Bay’s culture. It’s a part of the region’s history and highlights our connection to the ocean. Our watermen and women are not ones for wanton destruction of our ocean’s resources, but instead they find ways to harvest it respectfully while also enjoying its innate beauty. Clark talked more about that last successful spearfishing trip with his brother, saying that Kirk managed to snag a 44-pound white sea bass. He’s glad that he has that memory of his brother and that last perfect session. “It was one of our last dives together, and it was him knocking down that quality fish. I’m so stoked we had that day.”
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OF THE A 32-mile paddleboard race that begins at Santa Catalina Island’s isthmus and ends at the Manhattan Beach Pier has been the cornerstone of the South Bay’s ocean sports community for generations. Surfing legend Tom Blake The men and women first paddled that lonely stretch of open water in the early ‘30s, and since then local watermen of the Catalina Classic and women have come to look upon that challenging Paddleboard Race crossing as the ultimate test of their paddling and ocean skills. In the ‘50s Bob Hogan founded the Catalina Classic as a WRITTEN BY STEFAN SLATER small, local competitive event. It floundered during the ‘60s, only PHOTOGRAPHED BY to be revived by former competitors Karl “Buddy” Bohn and Weldon JEFF BERTING “Gibby” Gibson two decades later. Since then the race has grown into a premiere event, drawing competitors from not only the South Bay but around the world. Meet nine local competitors who have tested strength, stamina and endurance on that epic journey to the finish line.
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ADAM BUCKLEY
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Finishes: 4 Highest placing: 1st (2010, 2012 and 2013) Board: Bark Unlimited 19’ “From just an adventure perspective, you know, what else is there? You look out to the sea, and you see this island that’s out there in the distance. I think going over there by boat might be an adventure for some people. But waking up at 4:30 a.m. in the dark and leaving at 6 a.m. and racing across as fast you can—that’s a real adventure. That’s a goal you can set and do at the end of the summer. It’s addicting for people. It’s human nature, it’s work, but at the end you’re really stoked and happy. You’re now part of the tradition.”
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DJ O’BRIEN
48 Bonita Finishes: 6 Highest placing: 2nd Board: Bark “We do train as hard as any guy trains. I don’t want to sound too competitive or negative, but it’s so nice to have the women’s class recognized now.”
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46 Torrance Finishes: 7 Highest placing: 1st (2011) Board: Stock Bark and Unlimited Richmond
38 Hermosa Beach Finishes: 9 Highest placing: 1st (6 times) Board: Bark Unlimited
“It’s a historical sport that I would like to see kept alive. There’s a mystique to the race, and it draws a lot of the same people—so a lot of good, fun, enjoyable people. You never see anyone battling it out.”
“This has been a huge part of the lifeguard community. Greg Noll was one of the first. I’ve been fortunate to follow in their footsteps, and what’s really cool is that it’s not just about the lifeguards. Now it’s spilled out into the waterman and action sports communities as a whole. It’s one of our connections to the community. It’s a rite of passage for a lot of people who’ve been lucky enough to grow up in the South Bay.”
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JACK BARK
20 Palos Verdes Finishes: 3 Highest placing: 3rd Board: Bark Surftech Stock Commander “Once you get out past the surf line, it gets so quiet. It’s probably the quietest place you can go on your own, and you can forget about work or school. It’s great to be in that zone.”
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GEMMA BARK
21 Palos Verdes Finishes: 1 Highest placing: Middle of the pack Board: Bark 12-foot CT Model “Everyone just wants to help everyone else succeed. For some of us, it was our first time. Everyone wants to finish. In the end, everyone wants to see everyone finish.”
JOE BARK
54 Palos Verdes Finishes: 30 Highest placing: 2 wins in ’88 and ’89 Board: Bark. “I built my first paddleboard.” “What’s neat about the Classic is that it’s not a dog-eat-dog thing. There’s no money. It’s a respectable, honorable race, and you fight it out there with your friends until the end. It’s a race of honor. You help your buddies—it’s still a race and a sport where you do the right thing. Every paddler is out there to challenge themselves, and at the end of the day, you go back to your day job.” oursouthbay.com
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“It’s a big rite of passage around here. A lot of the forefathers of modern surfing did it. The original surf city … that’s Hermosa Beach. They all did this race. If you’re a big surf guy in this city, you have to do this race. I knew at some point that I had to too.”
“I was always involved in sports; I surfed as a kid. I like the camaraderie (there’s a couple of guys I train with), and the competitiveness is fun. Catalina is a different animal, and I definitely enjoy the training side of it. I love being on the ocean as opposed to being in the gym. Nothing beats being out on the water—half-mile or five miles on your own or with some friends.”
46 Hermosa Beach Finishes: 11 Highest placing: 11th Board: Bark
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45 Redondo Beach Finishes: 11 Highest placing: 7th Board: Bark Unlimited
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ownsizing is challenging, but when homeowners create better space with less square footage, it becomes liberating. After raising five children in their family home of 16 years, Kerry and Jack Nelson decided it was finally time to create the home of their empty-nester dreams. The Hollywood Riviera of Redondo Beach is a special area that has preserved larger lot sizes with close proximity to the beach. Many mid-century beach cottages still line the streets near
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The Strand, providing a family-friendly atmosphere. “We were always driving to the beach, but we decided that it was finally time to live at the beach,” says Jack. A friend in real estate called Jack to let him know that a 1950s bungalow one block from the beach would be going on the market. Jack didn’t wait for a sign to go in the yard. Instead he met the homeowner for cocktails, and by the second round they had agreed on a price and celebrated the sale.
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We felt strongly about preserving those features that were either hallmarks
of good building of the ‘50s or those that provided style that worked.” “I knew as soon as I walked in the door and felt the charm of the house that I was home,” says Jack. The house needed remodeling, but it had good bones and good light. For Jack, the owner of Nelson Development, the project was easy and fun. Longtime friend John Juge of Juge Design Group weighed in on some of the design elements, while Jack’s firm executed the construction. With five adult children and grandchildren arriving, the Nelsons needed a home that could accommodate a crowd. “We have big family dinners on Sundays, so we needed to be able to have everyone over and feel comfortable,” says Kerry. By pushing out the back of the house to accommodate two A-frame-type structures, the Nelsons gained square footage, ceiling height and great light. Although the spaces are designated, the house feels large, with an open floor plan that flows from the Dutch door at the front to the row of glass doors and windows that line the back of the house. “We felt strongly about preserving those features
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that were either hallmarks of good building of the ‘50s or those that provided style that worked.” Plaster walls are luxurious and expensive, so the Nelsons preserved those where they could. The original windows in the front of the house were also preserved so that the 1950s bungalow look was retained. However, they took the opportunity to raise the ceilings and create the illusion of more space and more light in the house. Beamed ceilings provide a substantive counterpoint to the rich, mahogany-stained hardwood floors. The original brick fireplace anchors the central living space so that the total aesthetic is one that reads beach-style Craftsman. With a crowd of at least 11 people for dinner every Sunday night, a large, functional kitchen was imperative. Thick slabs of honed Carrere marble and crisp white cabinets create a clean slate. Pendant lights and bronze fixtures echo the dark floors and beamed ceilings. The dining room table can be expanded to seat the growing Nelson clan. “I always wanted a round dining table, and this one works perfectly,” says Kerry.
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Designer Jane Calvert helped Jack and Kerry merge their tastes and styles into a uniform look that flows throughout the home. The wing of bedrooms is designed just like the living spaces in neutral tones with lots of daylight and hardwood floors. “This is the first time we haven’t had carpet, and we love it—but we had no idea how much dog and cat hair the carpet was hiding!” says Kerry. Although they vacuum most days, the house feels cleaner without carpets. The large backyard retains many of the original plants. From orange trees and eucalyptus trees to herbs and flowers, the yard feels established. Kerry has created potting tables where she can work with her grandchildren so they can grow up learning to appreciate nature as well as create in the process. “After raising a family in a large home, we thought it might be challenging to downsize and still make a house feel large. But this house is perfect,” says Jack. For this clan entering their third generation, a beach bungalow means the whole family is finally home.
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n my short drive from the Aspen airport to the St. Regis, my driver offered me a bright and tasty apple to snack on. He noted the scarcity of locally grown fresh produce during the snowy winter season, something this farmers market-minded Californian clearly took for granted. But that’s what makes Aspen’s thriving
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culinary scene all the more magical. Three hours from Denver and covering only 3.5 square miles at nearly 8,000 feet, this isolated ski haven not only attracts top chef talent from around the globe but also now hosts one of the most anticipated food events in the country. Silver mining may have built this city some 125 years ago, but fine dining may be its golden destiny.
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EVENTFUL ASPEN Aspen is not only a great place to visit but a terrific destination for weddings and other special events. In addition to the St. Regis, Aspen Institute and Pine Creek Cookhouse, many local venues will happily open their doors for your party. One of the most exclusive is the Caribou Club. This private destination is where local celebrities and loyal members like to let loose on a nightly basis. It’s also home to the BEST cake I’ve ever eaten in my life. You have my word on that. caribouclub.com
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The St. Regis Aspen excels not only in style and service but also as home to some of the most exciting eating in town. It’s no wonder Food & Wine magazine chose the property to host their flagship Chef’s Club restaurant. A small selection from their coveted list of best new chefs consult and curate new menu items, in collaboration with the resort’s culinary team, to create a divine dining experience. Additional venue options include the brand new Trecento Quindici Decano, a flavorful blend of Italian and American cuisine, and Shadow Mountain Lounge for après-ski adventures by a roaring fireplace. Naturally, when you’re not on the slopes or indulging in amazing
dishes and drinks, you’ll find time to pamper yourself in the recently remodeled Reméde Spa or take an afternoon nap in your plush guest suite. 315 E. Dean Street, 970-920-3300, stregisaspen.com
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Food & Wine’s most anticipated event, the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen, only happens once a year in June, but your tastebuds will tell you it’s well worth the wait. With celebrity chefs like Mario Batali, Giada De Laurentiis and Tom Colicchio—to name a few, the Grand Corchon pork feast, and plenty of after-hours wining and dining, it’s no wonder this incredible event sells out year after year. foodandwine.com/classic
INSALATA by executive chef David Viviano at St. Regis Aspen Orange Honey Vinaigrette (full bottle) 16 ounces orange juice 4 ounces white balsamic vinegar ¼ cup honey 12 ounces salad oil 12 ounces extra virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon salt 1 tablespoon ground black pepper In a medium pot, reduce orange juice to 8 ounces and cool. In a medium bowl, combine reduced juice, vinegar and honey. Whisk in oils. Season to taste. Salad (one serving) 2 ounces kale, stem removed and cut into chiffonade 2 ounces Brussels sprouts, shaved 1 ounces pine nuts, toasted 1 ounces currants 1 ounces orange honey vinaigrette (recipe above) ½ ounces pecorino, freshly grated In a medium bowl, place kale, Brussels sprouts, pine nuts and currants and toss with vinaigrette. Season to taste and toss with Pecorino.
Top to bottom: Food & Wine’s Chef’s Club restaurant at the St. Regis; patio dining in downtown Aspen; Hunter Creek Valley cabin; fresh offerings at a special event buffet.
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The Aspen Historical Society, situated in a magnificent, Queen Anne-style Victorian home built by one of the town’s original founders, is your hub for Aspen’s rugged and rich legacy. Get all the info you need on local tours and historical haunts, from the Holden/ Marolt Mining & Ranching Museum to the Ashcroft Ghost Town just outside the city. 620 W. Bleeker Street, 970-925-3721, aspenhistory.org If Aspen wasn’t culturally rich enough, the city also thrives on the arts, like the repertory season at Theatre Aspen at the Hurst Theatre and the standout modern architecture of The Aspen Institute. By the fall season, the new Aspen Art Museum will re-open in an incredible contemporary structure created by cutting-edge architect Shigeru Ban, offering 12,500 square feet of eco-friendly gallery space. 590 N. Mill
Street, 970-925-8050, aspenartmuseum.org Shoppers will delight at specialty stores lining Aspen’s downtown. Standouts include Magasin, a boutique curated with unique jewelry and accessories, and the J.Crew at-the-Mountain special edition (just for women). If you manage to find room in your well for one more fantastic dining experience, take a horse sleigh ride (you can also snowshoe) to the Pine Creek Cookhouse in the heart of the Elk Mountains. The food is exceptional; the transportation is equally memorable. Our sleigh driver offered us an impromptu serenade of John Denver’s “Rocky Mountain High.” Natch. 970-925-1044, pinecreekcookhouse.com
Ravioli offering at Food & Wine’s Chef’s Club.
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SEABOURN CRUISES TRAVELSTORE SOUTH BAY 24 Malaga Cove Plaza, Palos Verdes Estates 310-373-0954 travelstore.com
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t’s often said less is more, and that old adage couldn’t be truer of the Seabourn fleet of exquisite domestic and international cruises. With only 104 or 229 suites per ship, Seabourn’s smaller vessels operate more like private clubs than mega-size cruise ships. Here guests enjoy the benefits of expansive open decks, inviting social spaces and the personalized attention of an exceptional and polished crew. Even more enticing, Seabourn ships allow passengers to explore ports, cities and other hidden treasures that larger ones never see. These custom crafted itineraries reveal a collection of fascinating places full of opportunity for authentic discovery—and a chance to explore the world in a personal and meaningful way. Hot air ballooning over the canyons of Cappadocia, Turkey, or a romantic evening for two in Paris with champagne and Belgian chocolates? These outings and more await your request. The scope of Seabourn’s travel is unmatched, stretching across the globe from the shores of New England to the Antarctic Peninsula. They even offer a 116-night Africa and Southeast Asia exploration cruise that transports guests in style from the sunny shores of Barcelona all the way to exhilarating Singapore. When not exploring exciting destinations ashore, your Seabourn crew will ensure a memorable and luxurious stay onboard. A true sign of good hospitality is anticipating a guest’s individual needs, and this exceptional crew has the “art of service” perfected. There is nearly one staff On select voyages, member to each guest, so TravelStore offers: not only will they cater » Guaranteed savings of to your personal preferup to 40%, subject to ences but also greet you by availability name. With intimacy comes familiarity, and your captain, » Private car and driver provided in a port of call officers and wait staff will » Shipboard credit of seem like old friends. $300 to $600 “Many clients feel topnotch cruise lines like Seabourn require formality onboard. Yet Seabourn espouses a casual lifestyle, where your comfort equates with enjoying a luxury vacation experience,” says Pam Jacobs, ECCS,
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TravelStore cruise specialist. Seabourn’s spacious, all-suite accommodations offer sweeping ocean views, most with verandas. Each has been thoughtfully designed as a home-away-from-home, large enough for entertaining but also full of amenities and comforts after a long day of exploration. Unlike on some ships, all dining venues are complimentary and unregimented; dine when, where and with whom you wish. From casual to elegant, indoor, alfresco or in your suite—a range of choices invites you to be spontaneous. Under the guidance of its culinary team, guests are treated to gourmet dining experiences that rival the finest restaurants anywhere. Perhaps that’s why Seabourn has been honored with the prestigious International Five Star Diamond Award for the last 13 years and was ranked Top Cruise Line Food in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2007 Reader’s Poll. Health-conscious South Bay travelers will especially relish The Spa at SeabournSM—a place to pamper your mind, body and soul. Skilled
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technicians offer a full range of massage, detox, cleansing and wrap therapies. If you can’t relax without fitting in a good workout, a personal trainer can help develop a customized plan using the state-of-theart fitness equipment, including machines designed especially for cardio, strength and weight training. You can also enjoy daily classes in the fitness studio, including aerobics, yoga and Pilates, as well as a motion studio with Kinesis Wall Systems (on most of the fleet). Are you ready to embark on the cruise of a lifetime? For more information on all five Seabourn vessels and a full list of destinations, schedules and TravelStore’s exclusive offers for the coming seasons, visit www.travelstore.com or call 310-373-0954 to speak to one of their travel experts. TravelStore has an office conveniently located in the South Bay. You can sign up to receive the agency’s exclusive travel offers at www.travelstore.com, and follow them on Facebook and other social media channels.
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106 CHRISTIAN MAEDER, MAEDER WEALTH GROUP 108 KEITH BREWER & DEREK BREWER, B2 INSURANCE SERVICES 110 LISA GAREY, MORGAN STANLEY 112 PHILIP TOOMEY, CARICO JOHNSON TOOMEY
114 LAW OFFICES OF BAKER, BURTON & LUNDY
115 DENISE M. GUZMAN, GUZMAN LAW GROUP
ehind every successful individual and company, you’ll likely find a trusted advisor—or a team of them. Professional experts inform you about your options, help you explore new ideas and discover solutions, and work with you to navigate the road ahead. It’s essential to select a proficient team of trusted advisors when making decisions that impact you, your business, your home and your family. The South Bay specialists on the following pages have expertise in a variety of fields. They are known for innovative solutions and top-notch client care … and they are who our readers turn to when making important life decisions.
116 BURKLEY & BRANDLIN 117 SAMUEL B. LEDWITZ, BEZAIRE, LEDWITZ & BORNCAMP 118 ROBERT MEDAWAR, MEDAWAR FINE JEWELERS
119 COLLEEN BARBERIS & PATRICIA BARBERIS 120 PHILIP MICHAEL DAIGNEAULT, WENDY JONES & ESTER KIM, DAIGNEAULT, ABEL & DAIGNEAULT 121 KURT ANDREW SCHLICHTER, SCHLICHTER & SHONACK 122 MARSHALL VARON, MORGAN’S JEWELERS 123 DEANN FLORES CHASE, SOUTH BAY BUSINESS LAWYERS 124 CHRIS ADISHIAN, ADISHIAN LAW GROUP 125 JOHN W. MCLELLAN, JWM CPA & COMPANY
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“We are a unique team. Everybody here loves what they do, and that translates into really caring about our clients and giving them the highest priority—whether they are a corporate client or an individual client.” – Denise M. Guzman, Founder/Principal Attorney, Guzman Law Group
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Christian Maeder, Financial Advisor/ Owner Maeder Wealth Group
2780 Skypark Drive, Suite 230, Torrance 424-247-7350 maederwealthgroup.com Disclaimer: Securities offered through Raymond James Financial Services, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC
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aeder Wealth Group is an independent, financial services firm with advisors who offer complete wealth management and investment guidance, as well as services such as estate planning, retirement planning, wealth management and asset allocation. The firm’s clients include individuals, medical professionals, conservators and clients’ strategic partners. Owner Christian Maeder joined Raymond James in October 2011, after serving as an Edward Jones financial advisor for seven years. Prior to that, he was the internal sales desk manager for Accessor Capital Management. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Loyola Marymount University and shortly afterward joined AIG SunAmerica as a regional marketing associate, where he studied for and received his Series 6, 7, 63, 9 and 10 licenses. Christian went on to earn the Accredited Asset Management SpecialistSM professional designation from the College of Financial Planning. How do you advise your clients to achieve and maintain success? “I advise them to control their spending. We often find ways to save on taxes and build plans to help them achieve their goals. We offer carefully reasoned financial advice and meaningful guidance to those who understand the privilege and the
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responsibility of great wealth. We’re well-versed in resolving the complex challenges that managing significant wealth entails. And we do so with the level of excellence and degree of commitment that clients not only expect but deserve.” What would you like potential clients to know about you? “Few things in life are
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that managing significant wealth entails.” as personal and important as money. It frees you to fulfill your wishes and empowers you to meet your responsibilities and care for your family. Your hard-earned prosperity requires guidance and protection in order to thrive. We devote ourselves to providing diligence and discipline around investment strategies that honor your wishes because we want to see you succeed. The best way to do that, in our view, is to foster forthright, honest communication and develop a relationship based on integrity, respect and accountability.” What are some important life decisions that you assist clients with? “Charitable giving, estate planning and tax planning.” What’s most rewarding about your work? “Cultivating relationships with our clients. Building a plan, developing it and watching it succeed in helping clients reach their financial goals.” How do you distinguish yourself from the competition? “We only take a certain number of new clients a year so we can control and maintain a higher level of service for our clients. Personal service with integrity is the
foundation of everything we do at Maeder Wealth Group. Our team’s goal is to provide personal, total wealth management and full-service financial planning to those who aspire to make the most of their money. And we do so with the backing of Raymond James—a firm renowned for its client-focused reputation and uncompromising
standards.” Do you offer a free consultation for new clients? “We offer a complimentary review so we both can gauge if we are a good fit.” Tell us about your process. “Ours is a proactive, holistic approach intended to manage and preserve capital while
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enhancing your financial well-being. We start by creating custom portfolios to meet your needs in the most tax-efficient way possible, paying close attention to every detail. We take the time to truly understand your unique situation, anticipate your needs and craft a strategy that’s right for you. Depending on your personal goals, invest-
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ment strategy and risk tolerance, your portfolio may contain a combination of individual equities and bonds, alternative investments or separately managed accounts. Qualifying clients can also invest in our own managed account.” Why does your industry appeal to you? “I love working with people; it is constantly
changing. I got into this business to play defense—to prove there was an ethical way to help my clients and their families meet their financial needs. Honesty should be a way of life, not a rarity.” How does the media help or hurt your business? “It can cause people to sell by using sensational-
ism and fear.” How does your team support you in being the best you can be? “We have a strong team with a long-term background in the industry. That helps us provide our clients with accurate and timely service.” What do you like to do for fun, when you’re not at work? “I enjoy traveling and
have an avid interest in cars of all types and racing. Recently I have been enjoying watching the World Cup. I also like to box.” Tell us about your family. “I live in Rolling Hills with my wife, Aivy, who is also a financial advisor at Raymond James, and my two sons, Michael and Thomas.”
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Keith Brewer & Derek Brewer, Owners B2 Insurance Services
1426 Aviation Blvd., Suite 201, Redondo Beach 424-286-9400 b2insurance.com
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2 Insurance Services is a full-service brokerage specializing in auto, home, health, life and business insurance. Brothers Keith Brewer and Derek Brewer, natives of Hermosa Beach, started the business in 2013. Both men earned finance degrees from Cal State Dominguez Hills and have sold insurance for the past 11 years. They grew up loving water sports, learning to body surf from their dad and entering surfing competitions an early age. When they are not in the office, the brothers can usually be found on the beaches of Manhattan and Hermosa. They also enjoy snowboarding and playing volleyball and golf.
What are some important life decisions that you assist clients with? “We help clients with major life decisions such as protecting their family with life insurance, starting a business, buying a house, buying a car and more.” How do clients benefit from working with your team? “We pride ourselves on customer service and knowledge of the industry. We have a combined 30 years of experience.” How do you distinguish yourself from the competition? “Most people find the thought of dealing with
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an insurance agent to be inconvenient and annoying. We want to change that and make insurance ‘cool.’ We want our clients to feel comfortable when they call us, and we want them to be confident in their coverage. We are one of a few insurance brokerages that have access to all of the top insurance companies in California, which allows us to shop the best coverage with the best rate possible for our clients. We see ourselves as true advisors, and we make sure our clients get the coverage that best suits them even if it is going to cost a little more. We know your time is
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valuable, and we aim to streamline the process as much as possible.” How do you advise your clients to achieve and maintain success? “Our top priority is to ensure that our clients have the maximum insurance protection at the best rate, no matter what their individual or business needs are. For example, we find that about half of our clients who are homeowners do not have an umbrella policy. Anyone who owns a house or other assets should have a minimum $1,000,000 umbrella policy. A rate of $200 to $300 per year is a small price to pay to have the protection you need when unexpected situations arise. Also, it’s very important for each parent in the household to have some level of Life Insurance. You never know when an unexpected occurrence could happen. We work with our clients to find out what they would need if their spouse were to pass. It’s important for us to educate our clients about the coverage they need and why they need it. The same goes for business clients. There are a lot of coverages overlooked by agents when insuring a business. One
big loss could destroy a business if you are not insured properly. Some of the most common lawsuits affecting business owners today are wrongful termination, discrimination and sexual harassment. It is imperative that businesses have
employment practices liability insurance.” Do you offer a free consultation for new clients? “Yes, we offer free consultations for all of our clients. It’s always good to review our client’s current insurance policies to
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see if there are any holes in their coverage.” What is your professional goal this year? “When people and businesses in the South Bay think of insurance, we want them to think of B2 Insurance. We want to be known for our
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customer service, our expertise and our ability to deliver.” How does your team support you in being the best you can be? “We really pride ourselves on supporting the local community and hiring local talent, providing
them with all of the necessary tools to be successful. All of our agents have deep roots in the South Bay and are passionate about serving the people in this community.” How do you give back to your community? “Giving back to our
local South Bay community is a major priority at B2 Insurance. This year we were a proud sponsor of the Dig 4 Jimmy: Surf N Turf tournament run by Jeff Miller and his family, along with former Olympic volleyball gold medalist Eric
Fonoimoana. They have two incredible foundations, The Jimmy Miller Memorial Foundation and Dig 4 Kids. We also look forward to being involved with the South Bay Boardriders Club for their surf series next year.”
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Lisa Garey, Senior Vice President, Financial Advisor Morgan Stanley
609 Deep Valley Dr., Suite 400, Rolling Hills Estates 310-544-3606 morganstanleyfa.com/lisa.garey
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inancial Advisor Lisa Garey advises clients on developing and maintaining customized investment strategies for their family wealth, defining a straightforward plan to help them realize financial goals and, ultimately, their dreams. In addition to navigating clients to financial security, she also develops relationships with them—offering a caring, personal, high-touch approach that allows clients to understand their complex financial position in a clear and concise way. Lisa began her financial career 18 years ago at Bear Stearns & Co. while she was attending Cal State Long Beach. She joined Morgan Stanley in 2012.
How do you advise your clients to achieve and maintain success? “Achieving and maintaining success requires a trusted Financial Advisor. My focus is on building strong relationships with my clients—ranging from very wealthy individuals to families to professional women—to help them navigate toward their financial goals. I pair my experience with a caring, personal, high-touch approach that allows my
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clients to understand their complex financial position in a clear and concise way. I integrate myself into their network of trusted advisors so the client has a team working together instead of multiple meetings and trying to remember what to convey to everyone. I work to include their other trusted advisors in our meetings. Efficiency is a natural by-product of this approach.” How do clients benefit from working
with your team? “It’s very rewarding and important to me to have a relationship-based business. Clients trust me with their family wealth. In order to effectively assist, I’ve found it’s absolutely necessary to be a part of my clients’ lives, from their family
life to their thriving businesses. This way, I can recommend changes in their strategy when necessary. It’s crucial that I understand the full scope of their financial life to help avoid roadblocks and present opportunities as they arise.” Give us a great piece
of advice on how we can protect ourselves and our families. “Work with a trusted Financial Advisor. A good Financial Advisor’s advice and guidance is indispensable. High net worth clients are specialists in running their businesses.” Do you offer a free
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relationships with our clients as well, which only strengthens the bond we have with our clients. Essentially he’s my chief operating officer. He’s remarkably thorough, and his follow-up sets us apart. He allows me to continue to focus on the relationships we have and building new ones.”
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requires a trusted Financial Advisor.” How do you give back to your community? “I am on the board of directors at Cancer Support Community of Redondo Beach, an organization that ensures no one faces cancer alone— including my family, which is how I became so involved.”
consultation for new clients? “Absolutely. As much as I have ‘clients,’ what I truly have are relationships. In order to build the relationship, a prospect should get to know me first. And one of the ways they can do that is with a consultation,
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which is quite extensive in what I provide.” What are some important life decisions that you assist clients with? “Anything from college planning to home buying to buyouts of their companies. Each of these decisions requires careful
financial consideration— from estate planning strategies and retirement planning to tax planning strategies. Having been in this business for 18 years, I am knowledgeable of the effects these decisions could have on those aspects of their family wealth.”
What is your professional goal this year? “I would like to take on another five new high net worth relationships.” How does your team support you in being the best you can be? “My client service associate, Pepper Berry, is invaluable to me. He has
Disclaimer: Morgan Stanley and its Financial Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals should seek advice based on their particular circumstances from an independent tax advisor. Lisa Garey is a Financial Advisor with the Wealth Management division of Morgan Stanley in Rolling Hills Estates, CA. The views expressed herein are those of the author and may not necessarily reflect the views of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, Member SIPC [www.sipc.org]. Lisa Garey engaged Southbay Magazine to feature this profile. Although the title “Trusted Advisors” is used by Southbay Magazine, no inference should be drawn regarding a financial advisor based on the use of that title by Southbay Magazine. Lisa Garey may only transact business in states where she is registered or excluded or exempted from registration. www. morganstanleyfa.com/lisa.garey. Transacting business, follow-up and individualized responses involving either effecting or attempting to effect transactions in securities, or the rendering of personalized investment advice for compensation, will not be made to persons in states where Lisa Garey is not registered or excluded or exempt from registration. The strategies and/or investments referenced may not be suitable for all investors. CRC 950136 7/16
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Philip Toomey, Founding Partner
Carico Johnson Toomey – Business and Employment Practice Group 841 Apollo St., Suite 450, El Segundo 310-545-0010 cjtllp.com
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he business and employment practice group of Carico Johnson Toomey LLP assists successful entrepreneurs and closely held business owners in formation, sale and acquisition, transactional, regulatory and litigation matters that affect their business. Martindale Hubble awarded Carico Johnson Toomey its Preeminent Law Firm distinction; U.S. News & World Report ranked it as one of its best nationwide law firms; ACQ awarded it California Mid-Market Law Firm of the Year; and it has a 5.0 out of 5.0 rating by Lawyers.com. The team also has a strong commitment to philanthropy through its pro bono representation of nonprofits such as Invisible Children, Liberty for North Korea, Child Hope International and Serene Haven. A 35-year veteran of the field of law, Philip Toomey, together with Chris Carico, founded the firm in 2007. In addition to being ranked as a Super Lawyer for 10 years and in the top 10% of lawyers nationwide, Phil is actively involved through his faith community on behalf of those most vulnerable. When not at work, Phil enjoys running marathons as a member of Team LIVESTRONG. His wife, Celeste, also a marathoner, holds an MBA and serves as part of the Northrop community. They have two daughters, Michelle and Nicole, both in graduate programs at Duke. How do you distinguish yourself from the competition? “Stu, Bill, Amber and I make every effort to be business people who just also happen to be lawyers. We seek rational and commonsense solutions that clearly reflect the goals and objectives of our clients. We do not
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forget our first obligation is to provide value, which we do by helping clients develop a clearly defined picture of success before any project commences.” Tell us something unique about your business. “Our input is both welcomed and trusted. Not only do the owners
and chief stakeholders of our clients have our home phone numbers, we have theirs.” What are some ways you provide top-notch customer service? “Regular, meaningful, personalized contact. Some things never
change: Clients want to be treated as individuals, with respect. They want to know that what is important to them is also important to us.” How does your team support you in being the best you can be? “One is too small of a
number to accomplish anything of lasting value. Adriana, Latoya and Brittney play essential roles in supporting Stu, Bill, Amber and I. It is like the story about a turtle on a fence post— the turtle didn’t get there on its own.”
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Tell us about an innovative solution you recently used for a client. “Arranging a prelitigation mediation in an out-of-state, multi-death accident. The exposure greatly exceeded the amount of insurance. It was better to get everyone in the same room before attorney fees were expended and come to a fair resolution.”
CLIENTS WANT TO BE TREATED AS INDIVIDUALS, WITH RESPECT. They
want to know that what is important to them is also important to us.”
L to R: Brittney Igor, Phil Toomey, Amber Morton, Adriana Ku, Stu Johnson, Bill Benz, Latoya Morris, Jacqueline Magee
How do you advise your clients to achieve and maintain success? “Have the difficult conversations upfront. Trust the people with whom you are doing business, but verify the facts. Consistently do the
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right thing; in the end it will pay dividends.” What are the most common problems you run across when working with clients? “Unrealistic expectations as to the financial costs necessary to handle a matter or project.”
Why does your industry appeal to you? “Working with ethical companies to provide good jobs. ‘Business’ sometimes gets an undeserved rap. One result of the American private enterprise system is good jobs that provide good
opportunities. Also, as a result of representing multistate and global businesses, I’ve had the opportunity to see parts of this country and the world I otherwise would not have. I have seen firsthand how America is still the ‘best.’”
What are some important life decisions that you assist clients with? “Exit strategies for business owners before end-of-life issues are presented. Personal issues involving spouses or children, and the dynamics of family-owned enterprises. How to have the difficult conversations some business people like to avoid.” What’s most rewarding about your work? “Being part of the team and an integral part of my community. It’s first about people. In my practice, I’ve seen the very best—and worst— of people. And I have come to realize we all have some of the same inside of us. I like to help the ‘better part,’ especially in business, come out on top.”
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Law Offices of
Baker, Burton & Lundy, PC 515 Pier Avenue, Hermosa Beach 310-376-9893 BakerBurtonLundy.com
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aker, Burton & Lundy is a full-service law firm that combines experience and common sense to provide individualized attention and counseling to fulfill their clients’ needs. Partners Brad Baker and Kent Burton formed Baker & Burton in 1976; they became Baker, Burton & Lundy, PC in 1997 when Albro Lundy joined the partnership. The five-attorney firm has more than 125 years of combined legal experience.
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How do you distinguish yourself from the competition? “From the moment clients walk in our front door, they know that their experience is going to be unique. The friendly staff, the hum of the busy establishment, the warm greetings from seasoned attorneys all combined with top-notch legal work create a bond that keeps clients returning as well as referring friends and family. Our attorneys have experience at the highest levels up to the California and U.S. Supreme Courts, yet our office atmosphere is personal and casual.” How do you give back to your community? “We all give our time to various nonprofit organizations in the community, and our firm was recently the instrument of giving
Few professions provide THE OPPORTUNITY TO HELP PEOPLE as much as the legal profession.” $93,000 to the Legal Aid Society from one of the largest anti-trust cases in California history. On our largest cases we committed to donating 25% of our fees to charitable institutions.” What is your firm excited about? “Our associate Evan Koch has been selected to the 2014 Rising Stars list by Super Lawyers. An outstanding young plaintiff attorney, Evan makes a great team with awardwinning trial lawyer Albro Lundy for BB&L’s personal injury and trial arm. We are also excited about their collaboration with veteran estate planning attorney Brad Baker in our growing probate litigation practice. Our
real estate and business practice is also expanding as Teresa Klinkner, attorney and legal professor, has joined transactional expert Kent Burton to help serve our longtime corporate and real estate clients.” Give us a great piece of advice on how we can protect ourselves and our families. “Make sure you read anything you sign of significant consequence. There is no such thing as a ‘standard’ contract. If you are too busy, don’t sign it until you do read it. Do not hesitate to seek help. It is the question you did not know to ask that is often the most critical.”
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L to R: Attorneys Carla B. Hoffman, Carol T. Contes, Edward Powell, Denise M. Guzman, Richard Luftman, Alisha Walker, Marcus Chang. Photographed by Marisa Guzmán-Aloia.
PROFILES TRUSTED ADVISORS
Denise M. Guzman, Founder/Principal Attorney Guzman Law Group, PC 1230 Rosecrans Avenue, Suite 650, Manhattan Beach 310-321-6640 | guzmanlg.com
I AM PROUD OF THE FIRM I’ve built AND THE TEAM that comprises it.”
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Guzman Law Group serves as in-house corporate counsel focusing on owners of closely held businesses, from start-ups to multi-million dollar corporations in all industries. Founder Denise M. Guzman is a noted business, estate planning and trust attorney. She has served the South Bay for more than 30 years.
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How do you distinguish yourself from the competition? Denise M. Guzman: “I am very thoughtful in my approach, no matter if it is a business, trust or estate planning client. I take the time to get to know who the client is as a person, their threshold of risk, and over the past 30+ years I’ve learned how to ask the right questions. The client doesn’t always know which facts are relevant to their case, so I learned to read body language when communicating with a client. The more I know the person, the better I am at protecting them.” How do clients benefit from working with your team? Denise M. Guzman: “We actually work in a team environment. There
is always more than one attorney familiar with a case. If a client calls when the lead attorney is unavailable, there is always someone present in the office ready to assist the client in their matter.” What are some ways you provide top-notch customer service? Richard Luftman, Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Attorney: “My clients know that I am a passionate advocate for them. I continue to strive to bring them peace of mind by being a great listener and communicator and by making client service a high priority.” What is the biggest benefit that your clients gain from working with you? Edward Powell, Busi-
ness Attorney: “Practicing business law allows me to become an integral part of my clients’ successes. Anticipating, acknowledging and addressing the interests of all the parties to a transaction not only protects my clients’ particular legal interests but also ensures that the business relationship is on sound footing and a positive experience for everyone.” Give us a great piece of advice on how to protect ourselves and our families. Denise M. Guzman: “Be proactive. Whether it’s business or estate planning, it’s about creating a strong foundation that the next generation can work from. It helps everyone involved have a clear picture of where they are going.”
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Burkley & Brandlin LLP 21515 Hawthorne Blvd., Suite 1260, Torrance 310-540-6000 burkley-brandlin.com
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he boutique law firm of Burkley & Brandlin provides a broad range of services and business planning throughout the South Bay and Southern California, emphasizing solutions for business owners, high net worth clients and people with complex estate planning needs, as well as trusts and estate litigation, labor and employment law, and personal injury. Burkley & Brandlin’s attorneys have an aggregate 135 years of experience in practicing law in California. The firm includes the well-known and experienced senior partners, Rod Burkley, Bruce Brandlin and Brian Brandlin, the newest partner, Chris Brandlin, and of counsel, Deborah Keesey.
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How do you distinguish yourself from the competition? “Our law firm is comprised of skilled attorneys who practice exclusively in certain areas of the law, which gives our firm distinct advantages over our competition while benefiting our clients and saving them money. The client needs to carefully consider all elements involved in planning their estate by surrounding themselves with competent and knowledgeable professionals who collaborate to help the client achieve their goals.” Tell us something unique about your business. “Burkley & Brandlin is one of the few law firms in the South Bay that specializes in all areas involving probate, trust, conservatorship, estate planning and estate litigation, as well
Our law firm is comprised of SKILLED ATTORNEYS WHO
PRACTICE EXCLUSIVELY IN CERTAIN AREAS OF THE LAW,
which gives our firm distinct advantages over our competition.” as civil matters including employment law and personal injury law. Due to our wide spectrum of expertise, our firm is not only a place where clients seek representation but where other professionals seek advice.” What question or concern do you frequently hear from clients? “How can I create an estate plan that will carry out my wishes and help my children avoid paying unnecessary taxes and fees while keeping my family together by avoiding infighting and litigation following my death?”
What are the most common problems you run across when working with clients? “New clients typically have very little or no estate plans in place when they first consult with our law firm, primarily because they have spent a majority of their lifetime pursuing their own career objectives and raising their families while neglecting their own personal affairs. In other cases, clients must deal with aging parents who are susceptible to undue influence and who have failed to plan properly for their care and their finances.”
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Samuel B. Ledwitz, JD, LLM, President/Managing Partner The Law Firm of Bezaire, Ledwitz & Borncamp, APC 970 West 190th Street, Suite 275 310-316-2400 smartestateplans.com
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ezaire, Ledwitz & Borncamp is a law firm that practices only in the areas of estate planning, estate administration, probate and estate litigation. This focus allows owner Samuel Ledwitz and his team to effectively address matters from straightforward estate planning issues to sophisticated wealth transfer techniques, tax planning strategies, estate litigation and any other issue surrounding clients and their families. Samuel has practiced law in California since 1998 and opened the firm in 2007. He has been a professor in the law department at Cerritos College for two years.
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Do you offer a free consultation for new clients? “Yes, all initial consultations are complimentary.” Tell us something unique about your business. “We retain three certified estate planning specialists, as certified by the California Board of Legal Specialization of the State Bar.” Give us a great piece of advice on how we can protect ourselves and our families. “The short answer is to have a well-constructed estate plan in place. This ensures that you and your loved ones are properly taken care of while you are alive and after your passing. It is very important to have the appropriate documents in place, in order for your wishes to be met concerning medical and financial matters. Decisions about your health and property should be made by you—not the courts. That is what a proper estate plan can provide you with.” What’s most rewarding about your work? “The satisfaction of knowing that I have
helped someone and their family through a difficult time and provided support in what can be their most crucial time of need. I enjoy constantly learning and developing strategies to further the ability for my firm to help our clients. I enjoy working with other professionals within and outside our firm and the camaraderie that comes with it as we pursue mutual goals.”
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should be made by you—not the courts.” Tell us about your family. “I have a beautiful wife and two children. I cherish the time I spend with them. My wife, Kamila, is a marriage and family therapist who has spent her career helping others manage the most difficult of circumstances—something I greatly admire her for. She is a wonderful mother to our two children, Charles, 6, and Emily, 7.”
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Robert Medawar, Owner
Medawar Fine Jewelers 810-C Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates 310-544-0052 medawarfinejewelers.com
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edawar Fine Jewelers is a full-service retail business offering top name brand jewelry, loose certified diamonds, watches, as well as custom jewelry designs created in the store’s on-site, state-of-the-art design and repair center. Robert Medawar opened Medawar Fine Jewelers on the Palos Peninsula in 1979, and this year marks his 35th year as a jewelry store owner, jewelry designer and master watchmaker. He is a graduate of several of the top Swiss institutes in horology and gemology including, Patek Philippe, Omega and SSIH.
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What question or concern do you frequently hear from clients? “Customers are most concerned with trusting their jeweler. We lead with our integrity.” How do you distinguish yourself from the competition? “You must take extreme pride in your work, whether it is a one-of-a-kind jewelry creation or a minor repair. Always listen intently to the customer and never discount even the smallest need.” Tell us something unique about Medawar Fine Jewelers. “Our business is built on relationships. You keep these relationships with your honesty, the
We lead with our INTEGRITY.” highest level of customer service and work ethic.” Why does your industry appeal to you? “I feel fortunate to be able to create exquisite custom jewelry that will be enjoyed for generations.” What are some ways that you provide top-notch customer service? “There are no secrets to premier customer service. You treat everyone with the same level of respect and always strive to exceed expectations. What’s most rewarding about your work? “Nothing brings me more joy than when a young couple comes in
for a custom-designed engagement ring, and I realize that 30 years earlier I designed a ring for one of their parents.” How do you give back to your community? “I feel so blessed to part of this community. I served two consecutive terms as the chairman of the Palos Verdes Chamber of Commerce. I have been a sworn reserve police sergeant for the city of Palos Verdes Estates for the past 27 years, and I serve on the planning commission for the city of Rolling Hills Estates. I make numerous contributions and volunteer my time for a variety of local public and private organizations.”
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Colleen Barberis & Patricia Barberis, Attorneys
Patricia Barberis, A Law Corporation 3480 Torrance Boulevard, Suite 222, Torrance 310-543-1993 barberislaw.com
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olleen Barberis and Patricia Barberis are a mother/daughter team that practices all aspects of family law, focusing on issues such as domestic violence, divorce, custody, support, valuation of assets including businesses and professional practices, and the division of assets. Patricia founded the practice in 1977 as one of the first female litigators in the South Bay area, and Colleen joined the firm 17 years ago. Prior to founding her law firm, Patricia worked as a registered nurse at various LA health care institutions and also taught nursing. Colleen worked in Los Angeles County Counsel’s office before joining her mother’s firm.
How do you distinguish yourself from the competition? “We use a team approach to develop realistic goals for our clients and work closely with them to reach those goals. We value our clients and respond to every communication to us within 12 hours, which helps alleviate the stress of this difficult, emotional process. With our 50 years of combined experience and extensive courtroom experience, our clients can be assured we know how to present their cases in the courtroom setting.” Tell us something unique about your business. “Our mother/daughter legal team approach allows us to stay in close communication with our clients to answer their questions and address their concerns. Our goal is to eliminate as much stress and anxiety as possible for our clients, while vigorously striving to obtain their legal goals. Our combined experience within the South Bay community allows us to achieve those goals.” How do clients benefit from working with your team?
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“We focus only on family law, prepare our cases thoroughly and diligently, stay current in the law through continuing education and research, and work closely with our clients to meet their needs.” What question do you frequently hear from clients? “How long the divorce process will take. The
Our goal is to
ELIMINATE AS MUCH STRESS AND ANXIETY AS POSSIBLE for
our clients, while vigorously striving to obtain their legal goals.” answer is that the minimum time to complete a divorce is six months after it was served, but the budget crisis in California has impacted the courts and the process can take as long as one to 1.5 years. We make every effort to ensure our clients’ case is concluded as quickly and cost-effectively as possible. Our office never loses sight of our clients’ goals. “
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Philip Michael Daigneault, Esq. Wendy Jones, Esq. CFLS Ester Kim, Esq.
Daigneault, Abel & Daigneault Law Offices 3828 Carson Street, Suite 100, Torrance 310-540-2515
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he attorneys of Daigneault, Abel & Daigneault combine more than 100 years of experience in the Los Angeles family law courts. Attorneys Philip Michael Daigneault, Wendy Jones and Ester Kim work with a team of highly experienced accountants, financial consultants and mental health professionals to put their clients in a position to reach their maximum potential. All serve as either directors or members of the South Bay Bar Association and on the in court mediation panel of the Los Angeles Superior Court. Philip Michael Daigneault has practiced family law for more than 20 years, focusing on complex litigated dissolutions often involving closely held businesses or professional practices, disputed cash flow, issues involving hidden income and child custody and visitation matters. Wendy Jones focuses on collaborative representation, mediation and other non-litigated paths toward resolution. She is a Family Law Specialist and a director of A Better Divorce, an interdisciplinary group committed to non-court solutions for family law matters. Ester Kim recently completed an internship in the Los Angeles Superior Court where she developed behind-the-scenes experience working closely with our local family law judicial officers.
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A firm providing
EXCEPTIONAL RESULTS
efficiently.”
What do you find most fulfilling about your work? “When a client comes in for an initial consultation, their anxiety is off the charts. At that first meeting, we help reduce that anxiety by educating them. We perform spousal and/or child support calculations; we discuss various models of litigated and nonlitigated proceedings; we give them an idea of what their future will look like and the most efficient way to get there. The client walks out of that meeting feeling better about their situation and about knowing where they’re going.”
What are your future plans? “Primarily to just keep doing what got us here, providing the highest-caliber professional services in a way that provides maximum value to our clients. We are leveraging our technology with features such as our weband smartphone-based client link, which allows our clients online access to their files. The firm is also very excited about our new educational website, CalDisso.com, where clients and others with family law questions can go for answers, find helpful resources and read about the latest developments in family law.”
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Kurt Andrew Schlichter, Esq., Partner/Trial Lawyer Schlichter & Shonack, LLP
2381 Rosecrans Avenue, Suite 326, El Segundo 310-776-9998 sandsattorneys.com
What question or concern do you frequently hear from clients? “Successful people sometimes find themselves dragged into frivolous litigation. Often it’s compounded by the personal betrayal of an unscrupulous business partner, a trusted domestic worker or even a relative. Successful people want to know how we are going to protect everything
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they have built and do it at a reasonable cost.” How do you advise your clients to achieve and maintain success? “We are aggressive without being obnoxious. The secret to victory in litigation is to think carefully about how to achieve your litigation goals quickly, efficiently and decisively. Then you strike hard at your opponents’ weaknesses and don’t let
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chlichter & Shonack, LLP is a boutique civil litigation firm comprised of attorneys who defend businesses (including Fortune 500 companies and entrepreneurs), as well as individuals in high-stakes lawsuits. Firm partners Kurt Andrew Schlichter and Steven C. Shonack started the firm in 1998 and have worked as trial lawyers for the past two decades. After graduating from UC San Diego, Kurt earned his law degree at Loyola Law School. He was also an Army Infantry colonel on active duty and in the reserves and earned a master’s degree in strategic studies from the U.S. Army War College. He and Steve lead a team of attorneys, including Heather Dufau, Jamie Keeton, Kim Tabin Mann, Valeria Golodnitska and Cynthia Sun, who share their commitment to protecting their clients. up until you win.” How do you distinguish yourself from the competition? “We have been here for nearly two decades. We get what makes the South Bay and its people unique. I see clients on The Strand, in restaurants, in line at Trader Joe’s. Our clients have our cell numbers—our clients need us 24/7. We treat individual clients the same way we treat the big
We treat individual clients the same way we treat the big companies THAT DEPEND ON US.” companies that depend on us; there’s no nonsense with us. You won’t find penny ante charges for ‘copies’ or ‘faxes.’ We charge a reasonable hourly rate, and we have enough business that we don’t need to nickel and dime our clients. Fortune 500 clients won’t accept
that, and neither should individuals.” Tell us about your family. “I live here. My kids go to school here. I’ve lived on three continents and all over the United States. I choose to be here, and I’m invested in my community.”
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Marshall Varon, Co-owner
Morgan’s Jewelers, Inc. 50-C Peninsula Center, Rolling Hills Estates 310-541-2052 morgansjewelers.com
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amily-owned and operated Morgan’s Jewelers is a high-quality jewelry store established in 1946. Marshall Varon manages the company’s two showrooms along with his brother, Russ. Marshall studied gemological and synthetic growth techniques at Gemological Institute of America. “I’m extremely proud of our inventory and brands and invite anyone interested in selecting a gemstone or watch to come in and see what we have to offer,” Marshall says. When he’s not at work, he enjoys swimming, exercising, playing golf, traveling, dining out, going to shows, and spending time with his three grown children and grandchildren.
Marshall Varon and Russell Varon, serving the South Bay for 45 years
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How do clients benefit from working with your team? “Clients get great and honest information, and we offer the full package—from initiating design concepts, international searching for gems, appraising and great watch brands including Rolex.” How do you distinguish yourself from the competition? “Creative designing and great selection of merchandise. Excel lent brand choice and considerate pricing to keep customers happy. Our customer service is paramount.” Why does your industry appeal to you? “I love this industry for the creative side. I adore gems and have a passion for watches. I love the connectivity with my customers and get involved with their needs and projects. It’s rewarding to design and buy unique gems and find a home for our ‘works of art.’” What are some ways you provide top-notch customer service? “We design and manufacture on premises, and all repairs on jewelry and watches are done by top-quality professionals in-house as well. We try to please customers’ time schedules.”
Tell us about an innovative solution you recently used for a client. “I sold a mother a watch for her son who was stationed overseas in a dangerous area. That watch has a distress locator signal that sends a rescue team to pick you up.”
Clients get GREAT
AND HONEST INFORMATION, and we offer the full package.”
What is your professional goal this year? “More exposure to increase our message and more involvement in the industry.” What are the most common problems that you run across when working with clients? “Education on gemology is a must. I want my customer to know what they’re buying so they can feel the value.” How we can protect jewelry purchases? “Have a gemologist review your purchase to evaluate the quality and price—to make sure you were treated fairly.”
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outh Bay Business Lawyers is a full-service business and real estate law firm working with local business owners to establish comprehensive legal structures that provide personal liability protection and tax advantages, as well as manageable day-to-day operations. The firm handles a broad range of matters, from the simple to the complex, and from start-up to retirement and succession planning. Attorney DeAnn Flores Chase started South Bay Business Lawyers in 2007 and has lived in the South Bay for 18 years. She lives in Manhattan Beach with her husband, Bruce, and their two children, Alexandra and David. DeAnn enjoys volunteering her time with local organizations and is president of the Manhattan Beach Kiwanis Club and past chair of the board of the Manhattan Beach Chamber of Commerce. The firm works with several local nonprofits on their corporate structures and governance and is a business sponsor for the Manhattan Beach Education Foundation.
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DeAnn Flores Chase, Founder
South Bay Business Lawyers 1334 Parkview Avenue, #230, Manhattan Beach 310-545-7700 SouthBayBusinessLawyers.com
What are the most common problems you run across when working with clients? “We see business owners who have done business for many years without critical legal documents in place, or they have documents that have not been updated.” How do clients benefit from working with your team? “We have an experi-
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enced group of lawyers. Nancy Hersman, Carol Glover and I have each practiced law for about 20 years or more and provide exceptional legal advice and counsel to our clients. Our assistant, Sally Stubbs, is friendly and helpful and ensures that client inquiries receive a prompt response. We also added another member to our corporate team,
Victoria Gomez, a young lawyer with exceptional drafting skills.” How do you distinguish yourself from the competition? “We are experienced, approachable, responsive and local. We are the go-to law firm for business owners and provide practical, efficient solutions for the problems our clients face. That being said, it is really the
We are the GO-TO LAW FIRM for business owners and provide practical, efficient solutions.”
personal relationships we develop with our clients that sets us apart. Our clients know that we have their back and that we are there to support them. Our clients are not afraid to call us due to
attorney’s fees when they have questions because they do not pay for a telephone call or email when a new problem or opportunity arises in their business.”
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dishian Law Group practices corporate, real estate and employment law. Their work includes leading mission-critical transactions and litigation, and employment cases involving highly compensated professionals and executives often with significant equity. Owner Chris Adishian, raised in Palos Verdes, started the firm in 2003, after working at Arthur Andersen and investment bank Montgomery Securities in San Francisco.
PROFILES TRUSTED ADVISORS
Chris Adishian, Founder
Adishian Law Group, PC 222 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 2000, El Segundo 310-726-0888 AdishianLaw.com
Tell us something unique about your business. “Our business and real estate clients benefit by having a legal team that is equally comfortable with legal briefs and complex financial models. Through our affiliated property management firm, Adishian Capital, we provide ‘family office’ real estate capabilities, giving our clients relationship continuity across all their real estate activities. In our employment practice, we represent both plaintiffs and defendants. We believe this dual experience saves our clients time and money in preventing litigation as well
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as litigating, valuing and resolving claims. In all areas, clients appreciate our communication and follow-through.” Why does your industry appeal to you? “The practice of law is ultimately a ‘helping’ profession. We exist to apply our skills and abilities to help our clients achieve goals and results that they could not achieve on their own. That is fulfilling.” How do you give back to your community? “Recently I was appointed as a Trustee to the governing body of Chadwick School and Chadwick International. It is part of our firm mission to contribute
pro-bono services and make monetary donations to a diverse set of organizations.” How does a client start a relationship with your firm? “The attorney-client relationship is very important. After an initial inquiry or referral, we like to have an inperson meeting or conference call to listen to the prospective client’s
Clients appreciate our
COMMUNICATION AND FOLLOW-THROUGH.” needs. If we believe our skills will help the client and there is a shared sense of goals and expectations, we will proceed with an engagement.” Give us a great piece of advice on how we can protect ourselves
and our families. “Be a good person. Treat people with respect. Do what you say you are going to do. Don’t take what is not yours. Buy insurance. Establish a relationship with an excellent, trusted attorney.”
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n his early 20s, John W. McLellan started his career as the executive administrative assistant to a CFO, which led to him becoming the accounting manager/controller of a small, international construction company before becoming a CPA. He worked at two firms before starting JWM CPA & Company in 1999. When he’s not at work, John enjoys surfing, biking, Motocross and spending time with his son. He has been an active board member of the Manhattan Beach Chamber of Commerce for more than 10 years and has been an active member of Rotary International.
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John W. McLellan, CPA, Owner & CEO JWM CPA & Company, PC
111 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Suite 310, Manhattan Beach
What concern do you frequently hear from clients? “Clients want proactive advice and a CPA that listens to them. They want a CPA who is available year-round and not just during tax season. We listen to our clients’ needs and make suggestions as business consultants. We go beyond just crunching the numbers and giving them historical information.” Tell us something unique about your business. “We utilize cuttingedge technology to stay on top of tax developments and provide superior customer service that is on par with a large firm. Unlike a large firm, though, clients get direct access to the decision manager/director of
As a CPA, our clients value our services and REALLY TRUST US.” the firm and don’t have to deal with training new junior staff about their account every other year.” Why does your industry appeal to you? “I love what I do because it allows me to engage with so many different types of businesses, and it allows me be a business as well as a financial consultant. As a CPA, our clients value our services and really trust us.” Give us a great piece of advice on how to protect ourselves and our families. “If you have a small business, you should look to incorporate, and if you have a family estate with a net worth greater than
$250,000, you need to set up a trust.” What are some ways you provide top-notch customer service? “Throughout the year, I will reach out to top-notch clients and take them out to lunch and meet with them at no charge.” What are some important life decisions that you assist clients with? “Buying or upgrading a new home, financial planning related to marriage and divorce, estate planning, buying or selling a business, obtaining financing to grow a business or obtaining real estate.”
310-372-0672 jwmcpa.com
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Spectacular, newly remodeled, luxurious & upscale Ranch home with guesthouse in prime Rolling Hills Estates. Newly upgraded with an addition of approximately 1,000 sq ft, this beautiful 4 bed/3.5 bath home boasts over 2,900 sq ft of living space: the main house with 3 bedrooms/2.5 baths and an incredible 1 bed/1 bath guest house with recreational/bonus room located just beyond the pool. Ultra private rear yard, spacious lawn area with a completely remodeled, solar heated, Volleyball Swimming pool with French Gray plaster and private spa. The kitchen features a large center island, Imperial Gold marble counters, custom cabinetry, Hammered Copper sink, Viking Appliances, opening to the spacious family room with 13 ft. wood beamed ceilings. 3 bays of French doors open up to the rear yard and pool. The master suite includes hex onyx tile floors, tumbled marble shower, hammered copper bathtub, spacious walk-in closet, wood burning fireplace and a double rain showerhead. This home also features Acacia Hardwood Floors, wood burning fireplace with White Onyx, city views, private laundry room, spacious oversized 730 sq ft. 2 car garage, new heating system, air conditioning, dual pane windows and doors with glazed/tempered French Doors, and custom made moldings. This home is a MUST-SEE!
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824 Via del Monte, Palos Verdes Estates
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Representing Palos Verdes’ Finest Homes & Estates for over 32 years! Unbelievable ocean, coastline and Queen’s Necklace views. Rare custom built Villa with about 10,000 sq ft of interior space, 5bd/6.5ba, versatile floor plan, one indoor and one outdoor pool/spa, guest house, and multiple courtyards/outdoor entertaining areas.
961 Via Del Monte, Palos Verdes Estates This 5 bdrm, 5 bath, 6,270 sq ft estate is situated on a 14,750 sq ft lot. The formal dining room, living room & family room enjoy gorgeous ocean/coastline views. Master suite features a fireplace, sitting area, wlk-in closets & spacious bath. The lower level is an entertainer’s dream come true! Equipped with a dance floor, full wet bar, and lounge areas, or a possible theater or game room. Other features include: vaulted ceilings in all major rooms, stain glass skylights, gym, sauna, swimming pool, spa & gazebo. New roof has just been installed. Great value!
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$3,499,000
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32410 Nautilus Dr., Rancho Palos Verdes
1547 Via Coronel, Palos Verdes Estates
Mediterranean dream home! Standing 3 stories with about 6,000 sq ft. Excellent floor plan with 8 bdrm, 6 ba + 3 powder rooms and 3-car garage. Flexible guest quarter, private office/study, and a fantastic family room overlooking the pool and next to the gourmet kitchen. High ceilings in all major living areas boasting fantastic views of the ocean, Catalina Island, golf course and palm trees. Situated in a quiet cul de sac with only a few homes. California resort style living at its best. California resort style living at its best with pool and spa!
Elegant 6 bdrm/5 ba estate on lovely spacious grounds extending to the bottom of the canyon with fruit trees. With soaring ceilings, warm woods, French doors and windows throughout. Two family rooms, one up, one down (with its own kitchenette); formal dining, gourmet kitchen with huge center island and breakfast nook; unusually large master suite with his and her walk-in closets. Beautiful ocean/sunset views from the multiple decks outdoors.
$3,499,000
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$2,899,000
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916 Via del Monte, Palos Verdes Estates
28973 Palos Verdes Dr. E., Rancho Palos Verdes
City views. 4,443 sq ft, 4bd/4ba, Multiple balconies, and pool/spa. Street-to-street lot stretches over 17,000 sq ft.
Privately gated 4 bdrm/4 ba single level home, boasting approx. 4,500 sq ft of living space – per seller. Spacious Chef’s kitchen has a large center island, built-in Sub-Zero refrigerator, dual fueled 60 inch Wolf range w/ 6-burner, griddle & grill. Family room and dining area are with wet bar, fireplace & wine refrigerator. Master retreat includes fireplace, large walk-in closet & French doors that lead outside where the spa flows into the large self-cleaning salt water pool with gorgeous views!
$2,550,000
www.916ViadelMonte.com
$2,499,000
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11 Empty Saddle Road Rolling Hills Estates
35 Empty Saddle Lane, Rolling Hills Estates
Situated in the prime Rolling Hills Estates area. 4 bdrm/ 4 ba on a flat usable lot with 3,821 sq ft. of living space. Hardwood floors throughout, crown molding, skylights, recessed lighting and a tastefully remodeled kitchen with top of the line appliances. Sun drenched master suite provides a customized walk-in closet, fireplace and a large bath with jacuzzi tub and dual shower. Enjoy the very private backyard with lush green trees, grassy yard, large slate patio, jacuzzi and access to the shared swimming pool. Great family home!
5 bdrm/4 ba home with country charm situated at the end of a prestigious, quiet, tree lined cul-de-sac in the Empty Saddle area. Updated kitchen with granite and marble counter tops, vaulted and coffered ceilings, hardwood floors, gem-like skylights, French doors, private patio, game/theater room, and a large viewing deck. Spacious Mother-in-law/guest quarters. Great horse property adjoin to the trail in the backyard. Surrounded by mature trees and the tranquil sights and sounds of nature.
$2,198,000
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$1,499,000
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28971 Palos Verdes Dr. E., Rancho Palos Verdes
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1808 Paseo del Mar, Palos Verdes Estates
Excellent location! Entrance to home is gated and on a quiet private road with only 17 homes. 3,375 sq ft ranch style home on nearly a 1/2 acre flat lot with 5 bdrm/3 bath. Fantastic great room with open floor plan concept, vaulted ceilings, skylights and fireplace. Gourmet kitchen with slate floors and granite counter tops. Backyard has pool/spa, BBQ, sports court, huge grassy area and lovely harbor views. Fantastic opportunity!
Greeted by the beautifully landscaped front yard this gated estate property is located on one of the most sought after streets of Palos Verdes Estates! 5 bdrm/6 ba with 5,249 sq ft of living space on a sprawling lot of nearly a 1/2 an acre with updated kitchen and baths. Separate pool house that conveniently includes a kitchen set-up. Gorgeous backyard with pool/spa. Rare opportunity to have such a resort-like home available for lease.
$1,499,000
$9,800/mo.
www.28971PalosVerdesDriveEast.com
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2801 ALMA AVENUE, MANHATTAN BEACH 3 BEDROOMS . 3.5 BATHROOMS . APPROX. 1,960 SF . APPROX. 2,698 SF LOT This timeless home built by Matt Morris Development still looks new. It’ll look new next year. And it’ll probably look new 10 years from now. It features walnut floors, solid core doors, copper light fixtures, designer plumbing fixtures, extensive mosaic stone, gourmet kitchen with highend appliances, mahogany center block island and open living area with cast stone fireplace and grass cloth ceiling. The exterior, offering a rare yard at the beach, complements its ageless Tuscan style and beautiful flagstone walkway. The entry is illuminated by a unique, handmade copper gas lantern and graced by a hand distressed front door. Its corner location on Alma is one of the apexes the street has to offer with breathtaking ocean views and 75’ of street presence. If you live here, it may actually make you feel young forever, because the style of this home seems unfazed by trends.
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ANSWERS: A – Abigailes ; B – Beckers; C – Circa; D – Mama D’s; E – Ercoles; F – Fonz’s; G – Alfredo Garcias; H – H.T. Grill; I – Fritto Misto; J – Jackson’s; K – The Kettle; L – La Penita; M – The Mermaid; N – Number Nine; O – The Original Red Onion; P – The Bull Pen; Q – Britt’s BBQ; R – Rock & Brews; S – La Sirena Grill; T – Petros; U – Umami Burger; V – Friends of the Vine; W – Wahoo’s; X – El Gringo Mexican Restaurant; Y – Fishing with Dynamite; Z – Izaka-Ya.
We ate our way from El Segundo to Palos Verdes and snapped a single letter from the signs of our favorite food and drink venues. Can you name all 26? Photographed by Jeff Berting & Siri Berting
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