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“We Are All In This Together!”

This holiday season, please consider a locally owned business for your gift purchases. Every dollar that’s spent locally helps drive our economy, and helps keep our businesses thriving.

LIVE LOCAL. • SHOP LOCAL • IT STAYS LOCAL

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Lewis Fay Gift Concierge is our main focus that whereby we help customers remotely shop and put together gift bundles on budget, wrap and deliver.

Our gift Selections revolve around entertaining.

Essentials for elevated everyday living.

Lewis Fay is an employee owned company.

A collective of sorts and these are the businesses that are helping pay the rent.

Oliver & Rose Cooking Classes featuring local chefs, meal prep kits and subscription boxes.

Design Inplace Award winning kitchen design, interior design, rugs, lighting and furniture.

TammySpencerDesigns Local artisan jewelry that evokes the feeling of traveling.

Snake Oil Cocktail.

Local handcrafted Mixers fir mocktails and Cocktails.

Life’s Concierge A service for all of life’s tasks, business and otherwise.

MHYC- Community Gatherings A Local Community Club resource for connecting people through Art and Education. Book clubs, Cooking, Health and Wellness.

Women-Owned Collective

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A Research Tood Provided by the Greater San Diego Association of REALTORSÂŽ

MARKET REPORT | OCTOBER 2020 MARKET REPORT | |OCTOBER 2020 MARKET REPORT NOVEMBER 2020

MISSION HILLS, HILLCREST MARKET REPORT | OCTOBER 2020 MISSION HILLS, HILLCREST MISSION HILLS, HILLCREST 92103 92103 MISSION HILLS, HILLCREST 92103 * Detached homes only 92103 * Detached homes only *Detached homes only

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MARKET REPORT | OCTOBER 2020 Median Price MedianSales Sales Price| OCTOBER $1,575,000 $1,465,000 MARKET REPORT 2020 Median Sales Price $1,575,000 %% Change Change from from +80.0% +11% %previous Change from +80.0% previous year Year Median Sales Price $1,575,000 previous year % Change from +80.0% previous year * Detached Sales to List Price %homes only 96.9% 100.3% Sales Price Sales to to List List Price%% 96.9% * Detached homes only

MISSION HILLS, HILLCREST MISSION HILLS, 92103HILLCREST 92103 Sales toNew List Listings Price % New Listings % Change from New Listings Median Sales Price % previous Change from year %% Change from New Listings Change from previous year Median Sales Price previous Year % Change year % previous Change from from previous year Average Days on Market previous year Average Days on Market Sales to List Price % Average on Average Days DaysHomes on Market Market Sold Sales to Homes List Price % Sold % Change from New Listings % previous Change from year Homes Sold year Homes Sold % previous Change from New Listings % previous Change from year %% Change Change from from previous year previous previous Year year Average Days on Market

96.9% 31 31 $1,575,000 -3.1% 17 -3.1% 31 +6.3% +80.0% $1,575,000 -3.1% +80.0% 24 24 96.9% 17 24 19 96.9% 19 -9.5% 31 -9.5% 19 31 11-3.1% -9.5% -35.3% -3.1% 24

Information provided by the San Diego Associaton of Realtors as of June 2020. This information has not be verified by the broker. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties represent a complation of listings from various brokerages.

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Information provided by the San Diego Association of Realtors as of June 2020. This information has not been verified by the broker. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties represent a compilation of listings from various brokerages and may or may not Information provided2020 by the San Diego Association of Realtors as of June 2020. This information has not been verified by the broker. All information Page 4 | Mission Hills Magazine | December have been listed or sold by Mercer Group Real Estate of Keller Williams Realty La Jolla. should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties represent a compilation of listings from various brokerages and may or may not have been listed or sold by Mercer Group Real Estate of Keller Williams Realty La Jolla.

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7 Tips for Hosting a Virtual Holiday Cookie Exchange

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t may take a little extra time and creativity, but a holiday cookie exchange can be held virtually and it’s worth the effort according to experts.

“There’s a famous quote, ‘If you do what you love, you’ll never work a day in your life.’ It’s so true for me as I find great joy in developing easy, flavorful recipes,” says Cindy Gilbert, McCormick Test Kitchen chef. “My friends have come to me for years requesting tips and tricks, and over 20 years ago, they anointed me the annual holiday cookie exchange leader. This past year has been challenging, but I knew I wanted to keep the tradition alive while following social distancing guidelines.”

Here are Gilbert’s top seven tips on hosting your own virtual cookie exchange, along with her favorite delicious McCormick cookie picks.

1. Keep the virtual guest list small and local. Your family and friends’ safety is the most important thing, and no one wants to bake a ton of cookies.

Aim for five to 10 people.

Gingerbread Men Cookies – No winter holiday is complete without gingerbread men. They’re cute and can be decorated with raisins, cinnamon red-hot candies or royal icing.

2. Invite cookie enthusiasts. Invite people who enjoy being in the kitchen and welcome sharing their recipe secrets! Tell them they’re going to be sharing the story behind their choice.

Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies – This tasty recipe crinkles from the confectioners’ sugar, and the deep chocolate red color and taste add up to a cookie you’ll be proud to share.

3. Package cookies in separate portions. Ask participants to package each serving in individual containers or resealable bags of six cookies per serving.

Easy Lemon Cookie Truffles – This is a perfect no-bake option. Lemon extract adds a bright citrus flavor to this easy four-ingredient treat that starts with store-bought sugar cookies.

4. Arrange the exchange. About an hour before

the virtual get-together, set up a table outside, in a cul-de-sac or school parking lot. Everyone can take turns grabbing their cookies quickly and safely. Or, arrange no contact porch drop-offs during a set time.

Holiday Meringue Cookies – These deliciously airy, light, and low-fat meringue cookies are the perfect confection for any holiday celebration. Add your favorite food coloring for a festive twist.

5. Request the recipes. Ask guests to provide a recipe card in their individual packages, or as the host, you can compile the recipes and share through email.

Double Ginger Gingersnaps – A personal favorite of Gilbert’s, these are a ginger lover’s dream!

Ground ginger and crystallized ginger make the flavor pop on these cookies, which are crispy on the outside and chewy inside.

6. Share stories via video conference. Many guests like to tell the stories behind their cookies. By scheduling time to connect, you’ll likely hear some heartwarming or hilarious anecdotes and maybe even some helpful tidbits.

Sugar Cookie Thumbprints with Spiced Jam – Inspired by a bakery treat, this holiday twist on a classic uses cinnamon or ginger-spiced jam.

7. Have fun. Take time to ask how everyone has been and give them a chance to share what other traditions they’re planning this year.

While the party is about cookies, it’s also about connecting, having fun and picking up a few new recipes to try.

Pecan Cookie Balls – These buttery melt-inyour-mouth cookies, also known as Mexican Wedding Cakes, make a great addition to any holiday cookie exchange.

Find these recipes and more by visiting McCormick.com/CookieExchange.

With a little creativity and the perfect cookie recipe, you can reinvent your favorite baking traditions for a safe and festive holiday season.

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THREE KINDS OF BEVERAGES FOR THREE KINDS OF PARTIES

Holiday Tea

INGREDIENTS: • 12 c. water • 12 whole allspice • 3 cinnamon sticks • 2 tsp. whole cloves • 12 tea bags (unflavored or complementary, e.g., orange or cinnamon) • 1 c. sugar • 1 c. cranberry juice • ½ c. orange juice • ¼ c. lemon juice • 12 orange slices DIRECTIONS: • Pour water, allspice, cinnamon and cloves into pot and bring to a boil.

• Remove from heat, add tea bags and steep for 5 minutes.

• Use strainer to remove all contents from water.

• Add juices and sugar and stir until sugar is dissolved.

• Serve hot, garnished with orange slice.

Frozen Hot Chocolate

INGREDIENTS: •6 half-ounce pieces of your favorite chocolate • 2 tsp. of your favorite hot cocoa mix • 1 ½ tbsp. sugar • 1 ½ cups milk • 3 cups ice •w hipped cream • c hocolate shavings DIRECTIONS: •C hop chocolate into small pieces and melt in double boiler.

•A dd cocoa mix and sugar, stirring constantly until blended. Remove from heat.

• Slowly add ½ c. milk, stir until smooth, then cool to room temperature.

•P our chocolate mixture, remaining milk and ice into blender and blend on high until smooth.

• Serve in large glass, and garnish with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.

Champagne Punch

INGREDIENTS: • 1 12-oz. can frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed • 1 12-oz. can frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed • 1 12-oz. can frozen limeade concentrate, thawed • 1 2-liter bottle ginger ale, chilled • 1 2-liter bottle champagne, chilled * DIRECTIONS: •M ix juice concentrates in large punch bowl.

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Home Projects That Don’t Require a Professional

While spending more time at home, you may have noticed the little things that need to be fixed, and small ways you can improve the appearance and functionality of your home. So why not use this time to test your skills with a few DIY projects?

Here are some easy, affordable tips to fix those items that have been nagging at you, as well as check off small projects that will boost your home’s aesthetic.

1. First impressions are everything.

From your family and friends to the mail carrier, your front door greets everyone who comes to your home.

But it can take a beating from weather and constant use, so revitalize it with a fresh coat of paint. Once the paint has dried, accent it with a new door knocker, hardware or address plate.

Worried about drilling into the door?

Secure these items with T-Rex Mounting Tape. Mounting tape is a strong,

weather-resistant tape for heavy-duty projects that replaces nails, screws and staples.

2. Trim the walls. Accenting a room with wood trim is a quick way to add another level of depth and detail to the interior of your home, and it won’t cost a lot. Your local home improvement store can provide the best trim to fit your budget. For a smooth installation, ditch the nail gun and runny glues, and opt for a fast-adhering super glue tape, which sticks on contact and works just as well as traditional nails.

3. Bolster your security. Feeling safe at home is important, and security cameras are a quick and easy solution to deter unwanted visitors and offer you peace of mind. If you’ve been toying with the idea of adding smart devices and cameras to the exterior of your home, look to install them above highrisk entry points, such as the front

door, back and side doors, and the garage. There are many great security cameras that can be easily mounted to the exterior of your home without professional installation.

4. Effortless gutter repair. One project to check off your list is fixing that leaky gutter you’ve been ignoring. Don’t worry, it’s not as daunting a task as it might seem. Simply wrap waterproof tape around the leak and smooth it around all of the gutter ridges for a tight seal. Formulated to withstand extreme temperatures from -70 to 200 degrees, the UV-resistant formulation will prevent the tape from breaking down under harsh sunlight. Now how simple was that?

During these uncertain times, staying active and checking those to-dos off your list will give both you and your home a much needed refresher.

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(StatePoint) With nearly half of all Americans employed by a small business, these establishments need our support more than ever this holiday

cash flow more stable.

Many shops have safety measures in place, such as limiting occupancy or offering contactless pick-up. This year,

season and going into 2021.

According to the latest Wells Fargo/ Gallup Small Business Index, 46 percent of business owners surveyed have seen a drop in revenue over the past 12 months, with some entrepreneurs seeing even more severe impact.

Wells Fargo is sharing four ways to brighten the season for small businesses: 1. Shop local. While one-stop holiday shopping on leading e-commerce sites can be tempting, the simple act of purchasing something from your favorite local retailer can go a long way in keeping business afloat and money in your community. Returning or exchanging gifts? Ask for store credit instead of cash. It helps keep money with a small business and makes their

some cities are even hosting virtual holiday markets, a great way to support local artisans, farmers and more while shopping for loved ones. Check your local chamber of commerce or neighborhood association for details.

2. Eat local. Support your neighbors by dining at locally-owned establishments. Getting takeout or having food delivered? Order directly from the restaurant rather than through thirdparty sites that take a cut. When it comes to food shopping, opt for neighborhood grocers, which often carry produce from small family-owned farms and other locally-sourced goods.

Many offer the same curbside pickup and delivery options as major chains.

3. Uplift diverse-owned businesses.

Keep in mind that minority- and

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women-owned businesses have been hard hit by COVID-19. Many are counting on your patronage right now to help them survive the holiday season and into the new year.

To help entrepreneurs stay open and support local jobs, Wells Fargo is deploying approximately $50 million from its Open for Business Fund to Community Development Financial Institutions across 32 states. The initiative focuses on increasing access to training and flexible capital that businesses can use for rent, utilities, payroll and other business needs. If you are a business owner looking for assistance and resources, visit wellsfargo.com/shoplocal to learn more.

4. Shine a light on your favorite business. Whether it’s expanding outdoor patios and installing heat lamps or updating tech to facilitate contactless checkout, small businesses have had to get creative to stay relevant.

One simple way of supporting businesses as they make these changes is to follow them on social media and give positive reviews on websites like Yelp.

As part of its “Many hearts. One community” campaign, Wells Fargo is highlighting the determination, resilience and creativity that so many small business have shown in 2020.

“Community has meant everything to me,” says Kadijatu Ahene, owner of Dija’s Touch Designs, which benefitted from Wells Fargo and Local Initiatives Support Corporation working together.

“The challenges we’re dealing with have brought us closer. Whether its friends and neighbors checking on me and my girls, delivering food and more, COVID has reminded us that we need each other to move forward in unity.”

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Beautiful Listing in Escondido Wine Country 16044 Highland Valley Road | 92025 3+ Bed | 3.5 Bath | 3,475 SF | $1,625,000 Modern design combines with a country aesthetic, creating a fresh take on luxurious, rural living. This thoughtfully designed, open floor plan is complete with high ceilings bathed in ample natural light from 14ft sliding glass doors allowing for a wonderful indoor, outdoor ambience. The main living space has 12-foot ceilings, a fireplace, a large kitchen island, and concrete floors. Live green with the solar system, energy-efficient windows and doors, and the exterior made up of insulated concrete forms.

Gina Barnes REALTORÂŽ | DRE# 01075249

gina@kengina.com

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Staging your home for

SALE

By Michele Robert Poche

There’s a whole lot more to selling a

house than simply putting a sign in the yard. Whether you choose to work with a realtor or list by owner, there are many ways you can increase your home’s selling potential and decrease all that waiting until the act of sale.

• CLEAN Seems like a nobrainer, right? But it’s surprising how much is overlooked by the person actually living there day-to-day. Grime Remove personal items and organize for a neat, clean look. in the bathrooms and kitchen and dust everywhere else should be addressed before every showing. Store a bottle of the refrigerator and disposal for food • LANDSCAPE Trim the all-purpose cleaner in each room for easy odors and, if you have pets, hiding all bushes back from the house. Pressure access. And dust rags? You just can’t have evidence. Create pleasant smells by wash the sidewalks and bricks. Freshen too many. burning scented candles or, according to the lawn, garden, annuals and mulch. legend, baking cookies.

• DECLUTTER Counters, As the old saying goes, you only get one shelving, tabletops, closets, hallways, the chance to make a first impression. When • REPAIR Address things that garage … the more clear and sparselyneed repair. If a door sticks when closed, prospective buyers drive by the house, decorated, the more spacious that area you want so much curb appeal that fix it. If the cabinet handle is loose, will appear. Before showings begin, pack they can’t help but pull over to dial the tighten it. Now is the time to get to all away all mementos, snapshots and number on the sign. those little jobs you’ve been putting off. assorted personal effects. Then label the So break out your tools, light bulbs, filters If all else fails, hire a stager. Yes, boxes. You’ll be thrilled when the movers and WD-40 and get to work. You don’t there are people who are actually paid come. want a leaky toilet costing you a house to handle all of this work for you!

• PURGE Boxing up everything is sale! helpful but do you really still need those old • NEUTRALIZE Yes, it was fun bowling shoes from college? Paring down painting stars on your son’s ceiling and your belongings is helpful at selling and the princess mural on your daughter’s moving time. Consider having a yard sale, wall. But now it’s time to get back to listing a few things on eBay or donating to a basics. Nobody wants to buy a house filled local charity to lighten your family’s load. with immediate projects. Invest in some good, white paint (or go crazy and get • INHALE Every house has a off-white) and start “everyman-ing” that smell. Ensure yours is a good one by house. emptying all trash receptacles, checking

Happy Selling!

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Keeping Traditions Alive During an Unusual Holiday Season

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his holiday season may look a bit different due to social distancing.

But just because everyone is not physically together, doesn’t mean your family can’t share its favorite traditions.

The Olesen family of O&H Danish Bakery knows how important holiday traditions are to feeling connected to loved ones.

Now in its fourth generation, the familyowned and operated bakery is sharing its best tips for creating holiday cheer from anywhere: • Celebrate virtually: In a survey commissioned by O&H Danish Bakery and conducted by SWNS Media Group and OnePoll, nearly 80 percent of respondents say time with family is their favorite part of the holiday season. Whether your tradition is a Christmas movie marathon, a caroling session around the piano or eating certain foods and baked treats, you can enjoy these activities together over video chat this year.

• Share traditional foods: The sensory memories that good food creates are powerful. In fact, 44 percent of people say the holiday spirit wouldn’t be the same if they didn’t have their traditional holiday dessert.

If you are like many families, that favorite dessert is Kringle, a traditional Danish treat made of 36 layers of butter and pastry. Among O&H’s special holiday offerings are Thanksgiving Stuffed Kringle, A Very Danish Christmas Kringle and the classic Pecan Kringle. Over the past 70 years, the award-winning bakery has shipped to more than 100 countries, making landfall in all seven continents, including Antarctica. This year, doorstep delivery makes it easy to order a traditional favorite for your own household or send a gift to family members near and far. Visit ohdanishbakery.com.

• Plan ahead: When it comes to ordering gifts and specially baked treats, make sure

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to account for busy schedules and congested delivery services to ensure all your goodies arrive on time. Take note of shipping times and policies, as well as ordering deadlines for each company. For example, O&H allows customers to pre-order Kringle and schedule a preferred delivery date in the future.

• Create hygge: Evoking the sights, sounds and aromas of a typical holiday season will help make this year feel more cheerful. Take a cue from Danish culture and embrace hygge. Pronounced “hoo-ga,” it means creating a cozy atmosphere and enjoying the good things in life, such as the warm glow of candlelight or a steaming cup of cocoa -- and there is no better time of year to do it than the holiday season.

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New Listing In North Mission Hills!

4240 Arista Street | 92103 5 Bed | 4.5 Bath | 3,832 SF | $2,495,000

Gina Barnes REALTORÂŽ | DRE# 01075249

gina@kengina.com

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Located in the prime location of North Mission Hills, this home sits on an oversized 10,500-foot lot with views to the west. Full bedroom and bath on the main level, upstairs master suite with terrace and views, and great separation to the other 3 upstairs bedrooms. The spacious kitchen in the middle of the home with adjacent family room, 4 sets of French doors leading you to the back yard, deck and fire pit area. Multiple fruit trees & built-in BBQ area off the kitchen.

This spacious home features high ceilings, Paid solar system, Newer dual zoned HVAC systems, tankless water heater, 3 fireplaces and fire pit on rear deck that is 20x30. Beautiful landscape with multiple fruit trees and an avocado tree. Enjoy outdoor dining with built-in BBQ, flagstone patio and low maintenance turf. Ideal floor plan with a full bed and bath on main level, master suite and 3 additional bedrooms upstairs, the master bath is spacious with separate tub and shower, and large walk-in closet. Access to back yard from living room, Dining room, kitchen and family room. Western views from the yard and master bedroom terrace.

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Gina’s Classic Eggnog

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Ingredients

6 Large Eggs, Separated 3/4 C Superfine Sugar 2 C Whole Milk 3 C Heavy Cream, Plus More for Garnish

1/2 C Bourbon 1/4 C Dark Rum 1/4 C Cognac Freshly Grated Nutmeg for Sprinkling

Directions

Beat yolks in a very large bowl until thick and pale. Slowly beat in sugar. Whisk in milk and 2 cups cream. Mix in bourbon, rum and cognac. Cover and refrigerate for up to one day.

Just before serving, beat whites until stiff peaks form. Fold whites into eggnog. Whisk remaining one cup cream until stiff peaks form, and fold into eggnog. Alternatively, you can fold half of the whipped cream into eggnog and top with remaining half.

Sprinkle with nutmeg. Enjoy!

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