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Body Language

About Face

When Love Strikes

What’s your favorite body part and why?

The Food Network’s Robin Miller provides cooking tips

What’s Going Down Uptown

that promote healthy skin.

Where to eat in Mission Hills, Hillcrest and Bankers Hill.

Tune in to see if this month’s interlude makes a philosopher say, “Haleh-lujah.”

Yadda, Yadda, Yoga

20 | BODY Five cool workouts

36 | TASTE

50 | CALENDAR

Even if you don’t lose weight, at least your wallet will get

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Trainer, Wii Fit.

Meet David Meade, head chef at the Hard Rock Hotel’s Nobu Restaurant.

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38 | GROOVE

PacificSD presents our first ever launch party and the grand reopening of Downtown’s W Hotel.

A Perfect Fit

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Workin’ it at Downtown’s epic new mega-gym,

A music-lover’s guide to San Diego’s outdoor concert venues.

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Girlfight, Krankcycle, MBT Shoes, TRX Suspension

FIT Athletic Club.

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From the editor... Having just attended my 20th high school reunion (the tenth seems like it was four years ago), I’m feeling a bit old. When I run, my knees ache; when I don’t run, my back aches. When I squint or raise my eyebrows, I need Botox. Grandmom always said, “Aging is better than the alternative,� but I’m not ready to grow up.

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Language ARE YOU A LEG MAN OR A BUTT WOMAN? PacificSD goes out on a limb to ask, “What’s your favorite body part and why?”

“My favorite body part is my hands, because I need them to tip one of our Crystal Pier Pale Ales to my mouth.” Todd, General Manager at Pacific Beach AleHouse

Mountain Rd., Ste. 207)

“My favorite body part is the butt, because it’s right below the muffin top.”

“I’d have to go with a girl’s feet. There’s nothing more attractive than a girl that’s got a great pair of feet in some sexy stilettos. That’s hot.”

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“That would be the eyes. They always tell you when someone’s telling the truth, when someone’s lying, if they like you, or if they don’t like you. Vaughn, owner of Custom Printing services

(1033 Cudahy Place, Bay Park)

“My favorite body part is going to have to be my legs. I need them to ride scooters up and down the coast without falling over.”

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“My face, because I am fortunate enough to work in an office that allows me to maintain my natural beauty with services such as peels, fillers and Botox.

“I just can’t get enough of washboard abs on a guy. I like to see a guy who works out hard.” Lauryn, from Stingaree,

“The eyes are my favorite, because if you didn’t have them, you wouldn’t be able to see the beautiful scenery in the world.”

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YOGA Even if you don’t lose weight, at least your wallet will get thinner. by Cookie “chainsaw” randolph

Fitness is a $14 billion industry, which puts its right behind oil and Starbucks as one of the most lucrative enterprises on the planet. There are so many options you can sign up to make monthly payments for: spinning, swimming, boxing, Pilates, weightlifting, rowing—and for yoga, we have yadda, yadda and hot yadda.

They’re all wonderful, but which to choose? Here is one man’s guide to exercise for consumers.

YOGA is a group of ancient spiritual practices originating in India. In America, it’s where women in leotards wonder about the creepy guy in the back of the room. Yoga is great, but never assume a position beyond your ability. If you can’t do a downward-facing dog, try a downward-facing puppy. If you sweat profusely, avoid Hot Yoga. Slip-N-Slides have better traction than wet yoga mats. WEIGHTLIFTING is a gateway exercise to becoming Governator, which is great if you can live with man-boobs and Kennedy cousins once you retire. You never see Bosu balls near the bench press, because they would pop from all the discarded steroid syringes. As for the grunting and guys named Chuck yelling, “Push it!”—this is what it would sound like if men gave birth. Great way to build muscle mass and outgrow a perfectly good shirt collection. THE BOXING CLUB and similar gyms are there to teach us that three minutes can be the longest time on earth. I used to think three minutes was a brief amount of time (like for an egg, or my wedding night), but time does not fly in the boxing ring. The only things that do fly are the bees in your head after you walk into a straight right hand. “Get your hands up!” Uh, they were up until my gloves morphed into dumbbells. “Is it three minutes yet?” BAM! Don’t ask, it was only 1:15. SPINNING used to be called “stationary bicycles,” but now it’s a theater-in-the-round with an instructor in the middle barking out commands. Crank the knob up for hills, crank it down for flat ground. Close your eyes and imagine you’re Lance Armstrong... getting a colonoscopy. The great thing about spinning is that you can get absolutely nowhere much faster than on a treadmill.

ROWING MACHINES are another way to get nowhere fast with the bonus of looking even more ridiculous. This machine is good practice for starting a lawnmower or pulling your hands away from a hot stove. The double-arm pull-back is also a great disco move for when Donna Summer comes to Viejas in August. SWIMMING LAPS is the ultimate low-impact, high-aerobic method of exercise. It can be boring, though. One guy I know focuses on all the lovers he’s had, one per 50-yard lap. 36 lovers cover a mile. I can swim seven miles just thinking about the women that have turned me down. Even so, it’s better to concentrate on that than the Seniors Waterobics class that just left the pool. Regardless of your fitness choice, one fundamental irony about going to the gym will never change: We’ll bust our humps once inside, but outside we’ll always look for the closest available parking space.

Chainsaw sometimes sits on a Bosu ball during the “Dave, Shelly and Chainsaw” morning show on 101.5 KGB-FM. chainsaw@101kgb.com

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The w Hotel’s grand re-opening and Pacificsd’s first ever launch party

Guest List & VIP Bottle Service: vip@djhere.com

One of San Diego’s hottest hotels is about to get even hotter. PacificSD invites you to the sizzling June 21 grand reopening of the W Hotel. It’s the Magazine’s first ever issue release party, and it promises to be a biggie. Created by DJhere and Dtown Productions, this epic summer launch will be one of Downtown’s biggest events of the season.

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Help light up the night in the W’s deluxe, all-new, ultra-chill lobby. “The redesigned Living Room definitely has the largest impact in terms of wow factor,” says Leah Corradino, marketing manager for W San Diego. “When you walk into the space, it clearly and loudly says ‘San Diego.’” (And it yells, “Bottle service!”) The hotel will also reveal their new second-level Veranda, and a re-imagined Wet, the heated outdoor pool.

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THE FOOD NETWORK’S Robin Miller COOKs FOR healthy skin (SEE HER RECIPES AT viviteskincare.com)

More than 100 years ago, French foodie and philosopher Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin expounded on the idea that “you are what you eat.” Eating for health isn’t a new idea, but these days, while the trend is to try to maintain a youthful appearance for as long a possible, the foods we eat are taking on even more significance. Host of the Food Network’s Quick Fix and author of several cookbooks, Robin Miller visited San Diego in May to tout the benefits of antioxidant-rich foods. Her appearance was part of the Aesthetic Meeting 2008, an annual conference for the cosmetic surgery industry. In front of a crowd of doctors, drug company reps and scalpel purveyors, Miller prepares shrimp skewers with a tomato-chipotle chili rub, and orangeanise sorbet with chamomile tea. While cooking, she explains how eating some plant phytochemicals can help people feel and look good longer. “Eating for beautiful skin is so easy to do,” says Miller, a registered dietitian and spokeswoman for Vivite, a new line

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of skincare products from Allergan, Inc., the Irvine-based pharmaceutical firm that produces Botox. Vivite contains antioxidants and glycolic acid derived from many of the same natural ingredients Miller uses when preparing meals. “It all starts with nutrition,” she says.

On hand to speak to the medical side of Miller’s cooking, Dr. Amir Moradi, a well-known Vista plastic surgeon, explains that Vivite’s unique blend of antioxidants and glycolic acid allows it to help prevent skin damage and repair existing damage.

Pollution, smoke and Citrus fruits “Tell me what you eat, and ultra-violet are rich in I will tell you what you are.” light damage vitamin C, the skin and which helps Brillat-Savarin cause the the skin production of produce free radicals, which are unstable cells. collagen, a substance that keeps the Free radicals lead to fine lines and skin looking fresh; mushrooms offer wrinkles, dry skin, hyper-pigmentation lentinan, which boosts the immune and the loss of elasticity — all of which system and fights cancer; bell peppers contain beta carotene, which has important anti-aging effects; tomatoes contain lycopene, which is important THE SKINNY for preventing sunburn and protecting ON SKIN the skin from ultraviolet light damage. “I always knew that bell peppers and mangos were good for our internal organs,” says Miller, “but we didn’t always think of the skin, even though it’s the largest organ in our body.”

Dr. Amir Moradi and the Food Network’s Robin Miller discuss cooking for healthy skin.

can produce visible signs of aging. “Vitamin C and E are antioxidants; they stop the process of free radical formation and may stabilize those free radical molecules,” Moradi says. “Glycolic acid draws moisture to the skin, which causes new collagen formation and increases elasticity.” Even though his practice administers more Botox and Restalyne (wrinkle filler) treatments than any other practice in San Diego County, Moradi says that it’s best to use proper nutrition and skincare to head off the effects of aging. “Prevention is the best medicine,” the doctor says.

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Get in shape, in and out of the ring, at these boxing and martial arts gyms.

As more women turn to boxing and martial arts for fitness, self defense and the thrill of competition, the phrase “fight like a girl” has taken on new meaning. Ten or 15 years ago, boxing gyms were bare bones, sweat-soaked warehouses without a woman in sight. Now, as women enter this male-dominated world, martial arts gyms have turned full-service, offering everything from juice bars to saunas—along with a good ass-kicking. Thanks in part to the popularity of films like Million Dollar Baby and Girlfight, boxing and martial arts gyms are popping up all over San Diego. Whether you’re looking to get in shape or enter the ring, try one of these female-friendly gyms to release the fighter within. Guys, be prepared to fight like a girl or get beaten by one.

White Dragon Martial Arts 7127 University Ave. La Mesa, 619.461.2760 whitedragonmartialarts.com

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Throwdown 3666 Midway Dr. Point Loma 619.223.5581 throwdownsandiego.com

United Studios of Self Defense 1749 Garnet Ave., PB 858.274.1229 ussd.com

Undisputed 3038 University Ave. North Park 619.299.BOXX (2699) sdundisputed.com

City Boxing 1059 14th St. Downtown 888.FIGHT.08 cityboxing.com

The Boxing Club 5850 El Camino Real Carlsbad 760.603.0882 theboxingclub.net

Encinitas Boxing and Fitness 613 Westlake St. Encinitas 760.436.8682

Throwdown is a brand new, two-story gym that’s a playground for martial arts and fitness enthusiasts. The gym offers a women-only Jiu Jitsu class and 12 separate training areas for everything from boxing to yoga. Trainer Tony is committed to taking female boxers to the next level, whether that’s losing 20 pounds or competing as an amateur or pro fighter.

The techniques taught here are designed to give you control over every area of your life—from your weight to your career. Owner Bill will get you excited about using Kempo karate techniques for fitness, self-defense and discipline. Learn how to apply the physical to the mental and get in shape, curb your spending habits or grow your business… through karate!

Known for its family atmosphere (they don’t have membership cards and they greet everyone by name), Undisputed combines a gritty authenticity with amenities, including a sauna and tanning beds. The gym features worldclass trainers, including the number one female black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. This is a friendly— but serious—place to get involved in martial arts-based fitness.

Most women come into City Boxing for conditioning and fitness, but those who take martial arts seriously find highly specialized trainers from all over the world. This 6,000 square-foot facility features a 20-foot ring, a 13-foot sparring ring, 40 heavy bags and a full weight room. Classes include boxing, kickboxing and JiuJitsu—all great ways to burn fat and get into peak physical condition.

The Boxing Club’s signature is a high level of personal involvement in the group classes— the instructors act as motivators and friends, giving members specific instructions and encouragement. Now with five locations in San Diego, including their new 20,000 square-foot Carlsbad location, the local chain has changed its name to LAVA Sport & Fitness, featuring The Boxing Club.

Here the focus is on boxing form and technique. Boxing classes use traditional training techniques to whip fitness enthusiasts and boxers into shape. Amateur and professional female fighters train here, and the gym has its own amateur boxing team. Offering yoga and cardio classes, it’s a great place to learn the fundamentals of boxing and tighten those abs.

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The newest innovation in fitness training was born right here in San Diego. In 2002, the creator of Spinning, Johnny Goldberg (a.k.a. Johnny G.), was in La Jolla attending the Challenged Athletes Foundation’s annual fundraiser, the Tour de Cove. Out of curiosity, he rode one of the athlete’s handcycles. Though he’s a worldrenowned fitness expert and seasoned athlete, he was exhausted just ten minutes into riding. The experience inspired him to begin a fiveyear journey to find a way to use the upper body to fuel a cardiovascular workout. Johnny G.’s invention is

called a Krankcycle; the workout is Kranking. The Krankcycle is like a Spinning bike but with pedals for the hands. You can either sit or stand, moving your arms together or independently to turn the height-adjustable crank. Kranking gives you a fast power workout for the upper body and core, and it’s a great way to retain cardiovascular fitness when the legs need a rest.

shoulders for cardio training. This is great news for anyone who can’t use their lower limbs, as well as for people who are bored with the same old options for upper body conditioning. Research shows that well-developed upper bodies build strength and endurance, and increase your metabolism—not to mention making you look great in a tank top.

If you’ve ever been sidelined by a leg injury, you know that 90 percent of the cardio equipment in gyms exercises the lower body. Kranking is the first fitness program to use primarily the arms and

The Krankcycle was unveiled in 2007; Kranking classes are exclusively available at Frog’s Fitness locations in Carmel Mountain Ranch, Encinitas, Solana Beach and Long Beach.

for more info, visit frogsfit.com or krankcycle.com

MBT shoes were invented in 1997 by a Swiss engineer, Karl Mueller. The shoes have a thick, convex sole, a soft heel and a hard center under the arch. The curved, layered sole lengthens the body into an upright posture and encourages use of neglected muscle groups. Walking or jogging in MBT shoes engages weakened muscles and burns more calories, which helps tone and strengthen rarely-used muscles. Even when you’re standing still, MBT shoes make your muscles work to maintain a center of balance. Although the shoes have been available in the United States since 2003, they have only recently become a hot item among those who care about style as much as function. The spring 2008 line features a modern twist on the Mary Jane and a sandal with a Nubuck leather upper, microfiber lining, split leather insole and the signature oneand-a-half inch sole.

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Hanging Around WITH THE TRX SUSPENSION TRAINER by rebecca chappell

If you can spare 20 minutes a day, three days a week, you can pump yourself up one glistening, rock-hard body. Must be true – the voice on the TV commercial says so. And all this for only $14 a month (for 37 years) plus shipping and handling and a little cursing when you can’t decipher the assembly instructions. Finally, there’s a simpler, cheaper way to reach peak fitness. Just ask LaDainian Tomlinson. The Chargers superstar can probably afford more expensive equipment, but he frequently works out with an ultra-portable TRX Suspension Trainer, available for about $200. The efficient and versatile TRX is made of plastic handles attached to industrial-strength nylon straps, which hang by

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interchangeable anchors from a variety of overhead structures, including door frames, park equipment and trees. Developed by a Navy SEAL, TRX builds strength, balance and flexibility, creating resistance by harnessing the user’s own bodyweight. Its simple design allows users to transition easily between hundreds of exercises that involve gripping the handles or hanging lower limbs through the straps. “TRX is a form of bodyweight training,” explains Todd Durkin, personal trainer and owner of Fitness Quest 10, a gym with two Scripps Ranch locations. “Since it’s suspension training, it recruits a lot more of the smaller muscles that must remain stabilized while working the large muscles.” TRX’s efficacy in building core muscles,

improving range of motion and increasing strength makes it one of the primary tools Durkin uses to train Tomlinson and 30 other NFL players. “As football players, they get pounded on all the time,” he says. “They love TRX because it’s really challenging, but it’s not hard on their joints.” Even Gunnar Peterson, personal trainer to the stars, employs TRX to tone up his A-list clientele, which includes Gwen Stefani, Angelina Jolie and David Beckham. So if you want to bend it like Posh’s husband, consider strapping on a TRX – hang it by the TV so you can watch Bowflex commercials for inspiration. TRX: fitnessanywhere.com Fitness Quest 10: 858.271.1171 fitnessquest10.com

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Think all video gamers are overweight and out of shape? Nintendo is trying to change that with Wii Fit, a new product unveiled on May 21 that turns your Wii into a personal trainer. An accessory to the incredibly popular gaming system, the Wii Fit comes with a disk and a balance board about the size of a bathroom scale. The board not only measures your weight and Body Mass Index (BMI), but also shows you your exact center of balance. “It’s a great way to insert a fitness routine into your day,” says Andrew Urbanek, owner of Games On video game store in Pacific Beach. “Wii Fit really brings your weight and fitness to the forefront of your mind. It becomes a game to watch how your weight fluctuates and to see what you can do to drop a few pounds.” The disk comes with four main categories of games: strength training, aerobics, yoga and balance games. Jump on the balance board to practice slalom skiing, join a soccer game and head or kick balls that come your way, do pushups while the board tells you if you’re leaning to one side, or swing a virtual hula hoop along with the computergenerated people on the screen. You can also run in place, while the Wii Fit acts as a pedometer and tracks your progress.

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Where to eat in Mission Hills, Hillcrest and Bankers Hill. By frank sabAtini, JR. PHOTOS BY GREG RAMIREZ

No gastronomic shuffle around San Diego is complete without a tasty visit to Uptown, an area defined mainly by its northern proximity to Downtown, uniting the hoods of Bankers Hill, Mission Hills and Hillcrest. Restaurants abound, quilting the streets with new and established kitchens of every culinary genre. What you can eat in India, Thailand, Europe, Mexico or anywhere across North America, you’ll find in this pulsating vicinity, famous for sating the adventurous appetites of devout urbanites.

Viva Pasta / Hillcrest 646 University Ave. 619.665.6806 » vivapasta.com Forget the plastic grapes dangling overhead. Viva Pasta is a bright, quaint space adorned with stark-white wallpaper speckled with tomato-headed, basilwinged butterflies. The restaurant reflects a European concept of fast, organic noodle dishes cooked within minutes. More than 2,000 “pastabilities” emerge from a pickand-choose menu of sundry pasta cuts, homemade sauces, proteins, veggies and spices. Indecision is expected.

Golden Dragon—The Asian Bistro / Hillcrest 414 University Ave. » 619.296.4119 Gone are the corroded leather booths and tarnished mirrors that set the backdrop for pedestrian Chinese stirfry over the past 60 years. The “Dragon” has been reborn, retaining its historical neon sign while adopting a minimalist interior accented by granite flooring and freshly upholstered banquettes. With the remodel comes an ambitious new menu of tantalizing dishes hailing from across all of Asia.

The Better Half / Hillcrest 127 University Ave. » 619.543.9340 » thebetterhalfbistro.com

Terra / Hillcrest 1270 Cleveland Ave., Ste. K 619.293.7088 » terrasd.com Home to lobster mac ‘n’ cheese (long before other restaurants copied it) and signature chocolate cigars served in heavy glass ashtrays, Terra presents hearty seasonal fare crafted by chef/ owner Jeff Rossman. A spacious dining room and flora-lined patio each offer ample wiggle room, making both perfect spots for breaking bread with friends, families and biz associates.

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The Better Half is really a perfected whole in terms of service, wine selection and food quality. Owner and advanced sommelier Zubin Desai teams up with veteran chef John Robert Kennedy in a circa-1920 bungalow, where dishes involving game, fish and house-cured meats bow to an impressive wine inventory sold in half bottles, hence the restaurant’s name.

The Gathering Bar & Grill / Mission Hills 902 W. Washington St. » 619.260.0400 » thegatheringrestaurant.com Home to tableside magic tricks and spontaneous half-price drink specials when fire trucks whiz past, the restaurant remains a cheerful holdout of the 80s, boasting an oak bar centered squarely in the dining room and divided glass windows that look out to this quiet end of Washington Street. The food is humble and unpretentious, much like the ambience. The crafty magic tricks, conducted usually by the owner, are free.

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Ono Sushi / Hillcrest 1236 University Ave. » 619.298.0616 Customer pileups are commonplace at Ono, thanks to a casual, communal-vibed, musicdriven atmosphere, which has helped to draw younger generations and introduce them to the works of notable sushi chefs. If you can’t snag a seat at the sushi bar, a sizable dining room often teeming with sake aficionados makes for a jovial discourse. Various deals on food and drinks are offered during the week.

Jimmy Carter’s Café / Hillcrest 3172 Fifth Ave. » 619.295.2070 Jimmy Carter has gone Mexican! The namesake owner recently switched themes from an American-style eatery to a colorful cantina sizzling with south-of-the-border faves. A bold new paint job attests to homemade frijoles, chubby burritos, slow-roasted carnitas and feisty salsas that kick with two feet. The new menu is extensive, and it still upholds traditional breakfasts.

Bite / Hillcrest 1417 University Ave. 619.299.2483 » bitesd.com In a sleek and convivial dining room that flows into an inviting fireplace bar and lounge, owner-chef Chris Walsh unleashes his expertise in creating small plates of sumptuous food. A young waitstaff clad in jeans and tees signals informality, while the extensive tapas menu serves as a perfect come-on for foodies bent on variety. The homemade duck liver pâté encasing dried cherries and pistachios is a must and pairs nicely with the house bubbly.

The Tractor Room / Hillcrest 3687 Fifth Ave. 619.543.1007 » thetractorroom.com A hunter’s lodge in the heart of Uptown? Enter through heavy black curtains to behold a deer head looming directly above, an imposing chandelier made of antlers and a cedar bar berthing cowhide stools. And yes, that’s buffalo stew and elk ravioli you smell. Despite the woodsy trappings, night crawlers come knockin’ to chase prairie grub with retro cocktails.

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CHOW Noodle House / Hillcrest 540 University Ave. » 619.247.9209 » chowsd.com A tasteful compendium of Convoy Street’s Asian eateries converges at CHOW, where patrons slurp noodles inexpensively and waddle out happily. The sparse, stylish interior jives to an audacious menu of Vietnamese, Thai, Chinese and Japanese cuisine that seems almost too big for itself. But winning dishes abound, including spicy beef noodle soup, Vietnamese crepes and Japanese chasyu.

Gemelli Italian Grill / Bankers Hill 495 Laurel St. » 619.234.1050 » gemelliitaliangrill.com Heavy draperies with tasseled tiebacks add to the restaurant’s stately charm, as owner Vince Busalacchi rolls up his sleeves to make delicious veal and pasta dishes that only a veteran of Sicilian cooking could muster. Photographs of Busalacchi’s twin daughters in the dining room hint at the fact that “gemelli” means “twins” in Italian.

Chilango’s Mexico City Grill / Hillcrest 142 University Ave. » 619.294.8646 Siblings Carlos and Victor Bautista take a radical departure from San Diego’s ubiquitous Cal-Mex fare by cooking up garlicky entrees that represent their native Mexico City. The restaurant is smallish in size with a tiny sidewalk patio, but it speaks with heart and soul, leaving a potpourri of robust flavors on your tongue that you won’t encounter at the local taco shops.

Parallel 33 / Mission Hills 741 W. Washington St. » 619.260.0033 » parallel33sd.com The menu invokes cuisine from regions straddling earth’s 33rd parallel, which means that stopovers can land you in Morocco, Lebanon, India, China or the Tigris-Euphrates. A striking interior design uses metal, wood and bamboo to enhance the journey. The atmosphere is deliciously serene, the meals punctuated with faraway flavors. [ continued on page 34 ]

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She’s been around a while, but make no mistake, Laurel is a master at reinvention, mixing classical design elements with luxurious, artsy flair. Both dining room and bar are situated a few steps below street level, giving foragers a dose of pampered solitude from Uptown’s expanding bustle. The everchanging meal offerings stick to modern interpretations of French and Mediterranean cuisine. Mosey in between 5 and 7 p.m., when certain menu items cost just $7 each.

Oversized porcelain plates are used to deploy voluminous entrees that can spire up to ten inches tall with their fresh rosemary garnishments. Metal tabletops and framed photos of rural America play off the “twisted farm food” concept, which breathes unexpected whimsy into this faddish urban diner. Whether you come for breakfast, lunch or dinner, doggie bags are inevitable.

Urban Mo’s / Hillcrest 308 University Ave. » 619.491.0400 » urbanmos.com The restaurant attracts a spirited patronage from both inside and outside the gay community, fueling a festive milieu spanning from patio to dance floor. And whether you commune over an order of freshly fried kettle chips or retreat into a slab of herb-crusted prime rib or a mondo-sized burger, portion sizes practically overflow the plates.

Celadon / Hillcrest 3671 Fifth Ave. » 619.297.8424 Restaurateur Alex Thao moved Celadon to bigger digs last year (Thao’s CHOW took over the old spot). This new location has an airier feel, boasting two levels of dining amid sophisticated décor. Service is more formalized and greater focus is given to matching fine wines to such traditional Thai specialties such as rice-stuffed pineapples, creamy yellow curry and some of the city’s best pad Thai.

California Cuisine / Hillcrest Bombay / Hillcrest 3960 Fifth Ave. » 619.297.7777 » monsoonrestaurant.com Uptowners cop their curry fixes at Bombay, where a ceiling-to-floor waterfall throws a blanket of tranquility over the entire large dining room. Elegantly appointed, the restaurant allows patrons to dine in relative quietude, even on busy nights, while reveling in Indian classics such as chicken vindaloo, lamb samosas and kabobs. Many of the dishes are served in copper pots, adding yet another element of aristocracy to the dinner experience.

1027 University Ave. » 619.543.0790 » californiacuisine.cc Dating back more than 20 years, California Cuisine is one of Hillcrest’s first white-linen, fine dining establishments. The menu changes nightly, its offerings dictated by what ingredients are the freshest available that day. Large picture windows afford a ringside seat to parades of nightlifers traversing the heart of Hillcrest. Visitors may also choose to eat among the blooms and trickling fountain that grace the rear patio. Dinner only.

Extraordinary Desserts / Hillcrest 2929 Fifth Ave. » 619.294.2132 » extraordinarydesserts.com The sweetest culinary adventures throughout Uptown ultimately lead here. Karen Krasne’s eye-catching confections are plush and charismatic, displayed devilishly inside a homey café atmosphere scented by fruit, chocolate, whipped cream and joe. Her desserts adhere to European standards, meaning that sugar doesn’t overpower the other ingredients. Summer’s upon us... keep an eye open for those coveted berry cobblers.

Modus / Bankers Hill 2202 Fourth Ave. » 619.236.8516 » modusbar.com Modus reveals a modern take on Manhattan supper clubs of yesteryear, replete with a roomy bar-lounge and cozy, low-lit dining room. As DJs set the trance, customers loll over sexy victuals constructed with seasonal, organic ingredients. Late-night hunger and romance mingle especially well here, because the kitchen stays open until midnight most of the week.

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Praised by critics and obsessed over by celebrities (including co-owner, Robert De Niro), Nobu Restaurants span the globe from Honolulu to Milan. Finally, Nobu Matsuhisa’s culinary empire has arrived in San Diego–Nobu’s sleek, black doors opened in November 2007 inside the equally hip Hard Rock Hotel.

Nobu is famous for their sushi and gourmet Japanese cuisine. “The food works, because it doesn’t burden the palette with too many flavors, says the San Diego Nobu’s head chef, David Meade. “The simplicity is genius.” He didn’t go to culinary school. He isn’t even Japanese. It was purely by focusing on his lofty goals that Meade rose to the level of directing a critically acclaimed restaurant group’s opening of their newest location. Such an undertaking must be stressful. “Of course you feel some pressure with the deadlines and having to set up the restaurant,” Meade says. “But that’s fun pressure.” Anyone

who does this for a living thrives on it.” Meade grew up in the restaurant industry, but his dream was to be a professional singer, not to become a chef like his father. “I had long hair,” he remembers. At the age of 24, he strayed from his path toward rock stardom to devote his career to food.

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Thanks to San Diego’s idyllic climate, concert-goers here enjoy an extended season of outdoor musical performances. This summer, the County’s open air theatres welcome some of the recording industry’s premiere artists. And with such a diverse selection of atmospheres to choose from, you can get your groove on in the mountains or shake your booty by the beach. Glimpse the stars on stage as well as those in the sky at these ten al fresco venues that make the great outdoors even greater.

Viejas Concerts in the Park / ALPINE 5000 Willows Road » 619.659.2426 » viejasentertainment.com

This airy arena in the middle of the Viejas Outlet Center showcases major talent against a mountainous Southern California backdrop. Located in an intimate, yet high-energy setting, the venue invites 1,500 music lovers to enjoy contemporary and classic jams that resonate through the warm Alpine air. UPCOMING SHOWS: 6/4: Gary Allan 6/7: P. Diddy Presents Making the Band 4 6/27: Cyndi Lauper, The B52’s, Joan Jett 7/3: Cinderella, Warrant, Lynch Mob, Lynam

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Cricket Wireless Amphitheatre / chula vista 2050 Entertainment Circle » 619.671.3500 » livenation.com

Being named after a chirping insect and a lame British sport can’t compare to sharing an identity with the Silver Bullet, but no matter what you call it, this 20,000-seat, live-music powerhouse is the largest venue in town, and the one most frequented by major national recording artists.

7/12: Boy George 7/20: Good Charlotte & Boys Like Girls 7/26: Los Lonely Boys & Los Lobos 8/3: George Thorogood & Buddy Guy 8/30: Melissa Etheridge

Valley View Casino / valley center 16300 Nyemii Pass Rd. » 866.843.9946 » valleyviewcasino.com Besides huge jackpots and the free buffet, there’s now another reason to visit Valley View Casino. As this newly constructed 2,000-seat venue enters its inaugural summer concert season, it welcomes a solid lineup of premier artists from several musical genres.

6/13: The Paisley Party Tour 2008

7/29: BlackBerry presents John Mayer

6/27: 311 with Snoop Dogg

8/14: Vans Warped Tour 2008

7/11: Toby Keith

8/22: Dave Matthews Band

7/15: Journey with Heart, Cheap Trick

8/27: Radiohead with special guest Liars

Upcoming Shows: 6/18: Bruce Sprinsteen Cover Band

8/3: The Temptations

6/23: Billy Idol

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6/7: Vietnamese Concert

8/14: Jethro Tull

6/15: Crosby, Stills & Nash

9/7: Willie Nelson

7/26: Patti LaBelle

9/13: Chinese Concert

8/3: Conjunto Primavera

9/21: Gladys Knight & Al Green

The casino’s open air theatre offers an exciting and impressive roster of world-renowned artists. In addition to featuring iconic rock and R&B acts, this summer’s lineup also includes concerts by a variety of international groups.

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Del Mar Fairgrounds / Del Mar 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. » 858.755.1161 » sdfair.com

In 2007, a record-breaking 1.2 million people attended the San Diego County Fair, many to soak up the sounds of some kickass musical performances. As the County’s largest summer event becomes increasingly known as an annual must-go, this year’s three-week concert series fuels the fair with even more prominent rockers.

Humphrey’s Concerts by the Bay / Shelter island 2241 Shelter Island Dr. » 619.224.3577 » humphreysconcerts.com

A longtime favorite on the local concert scene, San Diego’s signature waterfront music venue offers alluring performances amid a picturesque setting. With room to accommodate 1,400 people, Humphrey’s is a beacon for an array of artists, including some of the most influential names in rock, jazz, blues and world music.

Palomar Starlight TheatEr / PALA 11154 HWY 76 » 877.946.7252 » palacasino.com

This 2,200-seat spectacle is nestled in the splendor of the Palomar Mountains. Enjoy the outdoor ambiance from the manicured lawn while being treated to star-studded entertainment from today’s national acts and legendary performers.

Upcoming Shows: 6/26: B.B. King

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6/20: Earth, Wind & Fire

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6/30: Robert Plant and Alison Krauss 7/23: The Doobie Brothers 7/16: Chris Isaak

Upcoming Shows: 6/14: Comedienne Chelsea Handler

8/28: Poison

7/29: Ringo Starr & His All-Starr Band

9/21: Ana Gabriel

7/31: Engelbert Humperdinck

10/8: Smokey Robinson

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Concerts on the Green at Qualcomm / mission valley 9449 Friars Rd. » 619.644.2941 » aeglive.com

Get ready to start driving to the Q during baseball season again. Situated atop the Bolts’ former practice field, this spankin’ new setup has a capacity of 13,000, making it San Diego’s third largest venue. With so many seats and a central location, expect to see some huge bands performing here later this year.

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Open Air Theatre / SDSU CAmpus 5500 Campanile Dr. » 619.594.0234 » cox-arena.com

Whoever decided to put a massive concert venue directly next to the library on the biggest campus in the county certainly knew what was best for the student body. The 4,600-seat amphitheatre abounds with rising talent and has previously hosted A-list acts, including Elton John, Smashing Pumpkins and Gwen Stefani.

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After the sun scorches you all day, cool off at night with a glass of Sunshine at Aubergine, Downtown’s upscale restaurant, sushi bar, nightclub and lounge. One of Aubergine’s signature drinks, the Sunshine is made with a citrusy blend of Grey Goose Orange, peach schnapps, orange juice and a splash of sour mix, all served over ice in a wine glass. For the perfect accompaniment, pair your Sunshine with an Island Roll: shrimp tempura, crab and cucumber topped with spicy tuna and sweet chili sauce.

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Blind daters try TO stay out of the gutter at East Village Tavern & Bowl before a delicious evening at BASIC Urban Kitchen & Bar. photos by christopher fennessey

Haleh (pronounced “Hah-lay”) is a senior engineer at a local digital media company. She seeks a mate who is caring, serious, handsome, intelligent and philosophical. Add about 50 more criteria to that, and you have Haleh’s perfect man. Talk about tall order. (Yep, he’s got to be tall, too.) Adam, a goal-oriented and deeply focused gym-owner and business coach, just got out of a two-year relationship. He is philosophical and claims to be up for anything. Curious as to whether or not he exhibits any of the other traits on Haleh’s list, PacificSD set the two up for a blind date. Both Haleh and Adam are intense and driven, which should cause a spark, if not a conflagration. Let’s meet the players… [ things are heating up at basic ]

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Haleh knows what she wants and asked PacificSD to help find her find it. Here’s what she wrote: Dear PacificSD, Your February blind date story said, “If you have a taste for love, email us.” I’m not really certain this is the right way to go about finding L.O.V.E., but, since I don’t really try or go out of my way, I sort of wanted to take on this challenge and step out of my comfort zone. So here I am. Here’s some information about me and what I am interested in: I’m a 33 year-old single mother of a 4 ½ year-old handsome boy that lives with me most of the time. I’m 5’8”, 138 lbs. I workout and eat healthy. I have mediumlong brown hair, brown eyes, and my ethnicity is “Persian”/ Middle Eastern. I have a master’s degree in systems management and a B.S. in Biochemistry from Georgia State University. I work at a

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digital media company as a Senior Quality Engineer. I was married for 5 years and have been divorced for a little over 2 years. I like creativity and creative people. I trust easily, but once that trust and respect is gone, it’s not coming back. What’s important in a guy that I would choose to have a relationship with: Physical attributes are important, but beauty is very subjective. I like to wear high heels, so I prefer if the guy is tall. I like to see passion in his eyes and voice and how he carries himself— not talking just about lust or love but passion for life and passionate about his goals in life. Successful in any shape and form he defines success. Respectful and friendly with others. Respectful and appreciative of my opinion, even if he doesn’t agree.

Sharp dresser without overdoing it (sense of style is very important). Charisma without seeming conceited. Athletic without being a sport junkie. Available and serious about dating.

Adam owns and operates a gym. He’s in charge at work and likes to call the shots in his personal relationships, too. Everywhere Adam goes, so too goes Billy, a chubby, three-year-old white mini poodle. The two are inseparable; at least they were until Adam broke up with his girlfriend a few ago. Turns out Billy belongs to the ex, so Adam is now minus two companions. Upbeat about his newfound freedom, he contacted PacificSD’s matchmakers. Here’s what he wrote: Dear PacificSD,

What I wouldn’t like: (Sorry for sounding shallow) Sport junkie; surfer dude; preppy/nerdy personality; bald-headed or wearing a hair-piece; depressed or having psychological issues that need medical attention; full of himself; player; married, separated or recently divorced.

I’m a big fan of your blind date stories and thought I’d drop a note to share my philosophy on being single. Please note that this is not a theory on dating or on how to be in a relationship. Instead, it is a two-word philosophy that outlines how to have a good time with friends, make new ones and meet beautiful women. The first and more important word is “silliness.” Be willing to be silly. Take nothing seriously when you’re out. Find the obvious absurdity of the scene (every bar is a scene, and they’re all absurd) and make fun of it, exaggerate it, create a lingo for it. Responsibility dominates the workweek, but playtime is about being a kid… a silly kid.

I hope I’m being specific enough! ;) Sorry for the long list, but I’m pretty clear on what I like and don’t like and try to be very realistic in how I describe myself and my likings. Thanks a lot… I hope it’s possible to find such person! :)

Word two is “randomness.” Remaining open to randomness means never taking the plan as law. Actually don’t even make a plan. The best nights are unexpected and come from a willingness to make yourself laugh, especially at yourself (i.e., being silly). Your blind dates illustrate my point perfectly. I mean, how silly is it to spend a night with someone you’ve never met? How seriously can you take their opinion of you? Is there anything more random than an evening where you just show up, meet a beautiful woman and don’t even have to pay for anything? [ Continued on page 46 ]

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PacificSD calls Haleh and Adam to see how they’re feeling about the big date, which begins later this evening at East Village Tavern & Bowl.

Haleh’s pre-date interview: PacificSD: Describe yourself in three words. Haleh: Positive, high-energy and caring. Sometimes too much so. PacificSD: Describe your perfect man in three words. Haleh: Robert De Niro. Just kidding. High-energy, charismatic and caring. Truly, truly caring. PacificSD: Biggest turn-on? Haleh: I would say that being real is the biggest turn on for me. Most people just front and it’s their ego talking. I don’t want to get to know your ego, I want to get to know you. I can’t stand pretentiousness or people that try to be someone that they’re not. When I meet some that’s real and confident and comfortable in their own skin, that’s the biggest turn on. PacificSD: Biggest turn-off? Haleh: My biggest turn-off is someone who’s not emotionally intelligent. We have the IQ system that rates people’s intelligence, but it’s not typical for someone to be emotionally intelligent at the same time. I’m looking for a man who’s aware of other people’s feelings, someone who cares and is not aloof and conceited about how he feels and what’s going on with his life.

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PacificSD: What are your expectations for tonight? Haleh: Because you guys set this all up, I expect him to be cool. I’m not expecting to fall in love, though. I think love at first sight is B.S. People confuse it with lust at first sight. If you’re so into a person, and it’s hot and crazy the first night you meet them, it’ll probably die down as fast as it started. So I believe that first you need a friendship to grow, and you fall in love with a person gradually. You don’t just randomly blink and fall in love. I hope my date isn’t thinking that he’s going to fall in love right away either. PacificSD: What’s the best thing that could happen tonight? Haleh: That the guy’s fun and dressed nice. It’s important the way a guy dresses; it’s important because it says a lot about the person, like if they’ve overdone it, versus if they didn’t care and just threw something together. I like a guy with a sense of style, but without going overboard. PacificSD: What’s the worst thing that could happen? Haleh: The guy is boring and gets intimidated. He doesn’t know what to say and uses cheesy lines. I can’t stand cheesy lines.

Adam’s pre-date interview: PacificSD: Describe yourself in three words. Adam: Philosophical, entrepreneurial and silly. PacificSD: How are you feeling about tonight? Adam: Feelings? I don’t have any. I’m a single guy that just got out of a relationship after two-and-a-half years. I couldn’t handle the pressure to take the relationship to the next level, the pressure to get married. That’s where she was coming from and I couldn’t handle it. I just gave up. Threw in the towel. I’m feeling-less. I just want to have fun and have a good time. If it’s cool, and it’s light, and we can have fun together and have a good conversation, then that’s perfect. If feelings come around, like, you know, in 80, 90, 100 years from now, I’m down. PacificSD: Feeling anxious? Oh, right, no

feelings. Are you able to discern any sensation of anxiety? Adam: I might get nervous, but I put myself in a lot of stressful situations each day. I’m responsible for a lot of things. I try to keep things in perspective. PacificSD: Describe your dream girl. Adam: Over 5’7”, dark hair, athletic, great ass. I’m a bubblebutt guy. Breasts, I’ll take ‘em or leave ‘em, whatever, but if

she’s doesn’t have a great ass, it doesn’t matter. And right now, I’m just really into tall girls. She needs to be intelligent and able to hold a conversation about many things. I like a girl that’s educated. She doesn’t have to have a college education per se, just traveled and experienced and witty. The smartest girls always have a little bit of a smartass in them, and I’m a complete smartass. I want a girl that knows herself, that has an awareness of who she is and of her spiritual side. Someone who can have a conversation about the meaning of life and her philosophy on life. I’m a very driven person and I want to hang out with a girl who has something she’s striving for. PacificSD: Any specific expectations? Adam: I’m looking to have a good time and great conversation and just have fun. PacificSD: What’s the best thing that could happen tonight? Adam: We have a super good time laughing, being silly, with great conversation and good energy. That would be the perfect thing. PacificSD: What’s the worst thing that could happen? Adam: That I’m bored. No laughter, just awkward silence, where you’re striving to hold a conversation. Or if she slaps me.

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[ If the shoe fits] Haleh and Adam meet in a dark alley at East Village Tavern. They seem to connect from the moment they lay their eyes on each other. Before they begin to bowl, Adam drops to one knee to help Haleh change into bowling shoes. Chivalrous? Yes. Foreboding? Only time will tell – it’s only 8:00 p.m. While they bowl, Haleh and Adam enjoy delicious food from East Village Tavern’s diverse menu, imagined by chef and co-owner, Kevin “The Food Dude”

she says... When I first saw Adam, he reminded me of a guy I dated for a few years. His demeanor… the way he talks… they look like they could be related. That’s a good thing–I was just shocked. For a moment, I even thought PacificSD had tricked me. It’s going good so far. We’re hitting it off, and he wasn’t intimidated or weirded out by the situation. I could feel his energy right away, and I was like, “Okay, this is fine.” It seems like the more we talk, the more we have in common. We both don’t eat right meat, we’ve read similar books, and we’ve both studied Deepak Chopra and seen The Secret. At one point, I mentioned a concept to Adam, and he responded with another quote from the same philosopher. That’s very rare. It’s cool to meet someone like that, whether there’s a love connection or not. And it’s funny, because I know that this all came about because of the Law of Attraction; it’s all about your attitude and what type of people you attract to your life. I’m holding back a little bit, because I want to get to know more about him. If I had to rate the level of attraction so far, I’d give it a seven, but it can grow the more I get to know him. I think there’s a mutual attraction, but you’d have to ask him. The rest of the night should be fun.

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Roberts. During warm-up rounds, Adam helps Haleh with her form, giving verbal pointers, positioning her arms and gently touching her back. Things appear to be heating up. By the end of the tenth frame, though Haleh had jumped out to an early lead, Adam finds his stride and takes the game. Final score: 147 to 89. Before they change back into their civilian shoes, the two are split for mid-date debriefings.

he says... My first impression of Haleh was that she wasn’t a girl that I would approach in a bar. She’s got this seriousness about her, and, at this stage in my life, I don’t go up to girls that are serious. At first, she was sizing me up, and she didn’t seem to be giving me the benefit of the doubt. But she warmed up a little bit during the game—she stopped crossing her arms and taking that half-step back—and now she’s easy to talk to. I’m having fun. Haleh has a very high consciousness about herself, both spiritually and physically. And she’s beautiful, with amazing hair and really pretty feet. And she’s absolutely intelligent. She’s well read in philosophy, and she’s totally cool. I just hope she’ll let go a little bit more and that she decides to roll with it and have more fun and just be in the moment. I think she’s looking for the moment instead of just being in it. And I think she could be silly—she’s not quite there yet, but she’s got the potential. I don’t know how tonight’s going to go, and I don’t want to know. I don’t want it to be any certain way. At this moment, all I care about is having a good conversation and being silly and going with the flow. My level of attraction to her is in the seven-to-eight range. I can’t tell if she’s attracted to me, but I think she probably is at least somewhat.

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[ Basic Instinct ]

Off to a great start, Haleh and Adam leave East Village Tavern and head over to the neighboring BASIC Urban Kitchen & Bar. During the leisurely stroll, Adam points out buildings, stars, people. Haleh laughs, and the two already seem like a happy couple. BASIC’s giant roll-up glass doors reveal that the place is packed, the mood electric. Haleh and Adam are ushered to their private table in BASIC’s industrialvibed VIP lounge. After their thin crust pizza arrives, the daters are finally given some privacy. PacificSD calls the next day to see how the big night ended up.

THANK YOU Tonight’s love connection was amplified by the energetic ambiance at East Village Tavern & Bowl, combined with the smooth industrial vibe at BASIC Urban Kitchen + Bar. East Village Tavern & Bowl 930 Market St., 619.677.2695 bowlevt.com BASIC Urban Kitchen + Bar 410 Tenth Ave., 619.531.8869 barbasic.com

she says... Bowling at East Village Tavern was a lot of fun, and Basic was great. They were playing cool old school hip-hop, the staff was friendly, and I liked the ambiance for sure. Adam and I both like artichoke and sundried tomatoes, so we ordered a pizza with that plus chicken and mushrooms. Things turned out way better than I expected. We were talking on an intellectual/spiritual level, but it wasn’t all philosophical. We talked about our likes and dislikes, our families, backgrounds, education. It surprised me how much we were on the same wavelength. We stayed at Basic until 1:30 a.m. or so, a little before they closed down. After that, we walked back to my place, and Adam took a cab home. That was around two o’clock. Was there a goodnight kiss? I don’t want to share that, but something happened, and it was nice. Adam’s a good looking guy, and there was definitely a spark, more than just a friendly attraction. I definitely would like to go out with Adam again. I think he’s on the same page, but I don’t know for sure. I don’t know if I gave off the energy or the impression that I am interested in dating, because we didn’t really talk about that. I gave him my number but didn’t take his. I’m not sure what the future holds – I kind of wanted to leave it up to him.

he says... I’m not really a big pizza guy, but the food at Basic was really good. And I liked the eclectic kind of retro-rock the DJ was spinning. I would definitely go back there and to East Village Tavern. Bowling was a blast. At first, I had the impression that maybe Haleh was the kind of person who makes you earn trust, but it turns out that she’s like me—she starts out with a 100% trust factor, and if you screw up, you lose it. That was refreshing. I like hanging out with people who are confident and have a level of trust in other people. We had a very high-level conversation about a lot of different topics. Haleh has so many appealing qualities; she’s definitely a brilliant person, and she’s a very sexy woman. Put those two things together, and I’m very attracted. This was my first blind date, and it was awesome. I doubt that a lot of blind dates turn out like this one did. It was super fun, silly and random. You can’t have a better night than that. Was there a goodnight kiss? Are you kidding? We made out at Basic, then left there at around 1:30. I walked her home, gave her a big kiss goodnight and got her phone number. It was one of the best dates of my life. I already called her for a second date.

CONCLUSION: Finding the right guy for Haleh took some serious searching, but the hard work paid off. Haleh was looking for serious; Adam wanted everything to be “silly and random.” In the end, the two seem to have met in the middle, saving PacificSD from throwing another gutter ball. Four days later, Haleh joined Adam for dinner at Downtown’s famed Oceanaire Seafood Room. A weekend getaway has already been planned. Strike!

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