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31 CLOSET FULL OF LOVE Melissa's Closet in Ripon is determined no
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“I ask people why they have deer heads on their walls. They always say, ‘Because it’s such a beautiful animal’. I think my mother is attractive, but I have photographs of her.” -Ellen DeGeneres
Each October, we here at San Joaquin magazine like to pay tribute to two very special family members. First, October is our women’s wellness issue. Having both a wife and a daughter, their health and wellness is important to me. What can I say? I’m a ladies’ man. This month, our women’s wellness section features an informative Q&A that covers topics from breast health to high heel hazards, and everything in between. If you’re looking for a way to tell that special lady in your life ‘Thanks for putting up with me’, check out our story about Pietro’s of Lodi. This local Italian restaurant is the perfect place to spend time with the women in your life and treat them to a homestyle Italian meal they won’t soon forget. Or check out our 209 opener, Melinda Shaw, for an example of girl power at its very best. This Ripon local runs Marissa’s Closet, a non-profit organization named after her late daughter, which donates prom dresses and evening gowns to young girls who can’t afford them. October is also our pet issue, a topic that’s especially close to my heart as an animal lover. When I was a child, I had a pet rat that lived in my kitchen. It was like a live-action Ratatouille. I also used to have an iguana that sat on top of my computer monitor and kept me company when I had to work late. Maybe I got my appreciation for animals from my mom, who makes me refer to her dog as my sister. It may sound strange, but anyone who’s had a beloved pet knows that whether it’s a rat, lizard, dog, or cat, animals are family members too. Currently, I have two dogs: a lab-mix named Bullet, and a Beagle-Chihuahua mix named Gizmo. Bullet is more of a people pleaser, fetching me the morning paper and shaking my hand on command. As for Gizmo, well, the only command he follows is “breathe,” but I love him just the same. So in honor of our furry, scaly, or feathered companions, we’ve put together some great stories like our feature on Marilyn Williams of Pups Rescue, who takes in unwanted and abused dogs, and gives them a new life. Or check out our story about how to choose the perfect “starter” pet for your family. We’ve also given local San Joaquin pet lovers the chance to show off their companions as part of our cover-dog competition. This year we chose a sweet boxer named Stella to grace the cover, and we think she’s a real natural. The competition was stiff, just look inside to see all the adorable runner-ups we had to choose from. Hundreds entered their pets, see them all on our website at sanjoaquinmagazine.com. If you’re not a pet owner, no worries; we have plenty of other great stuff in this issue, from a getaway feature on Long Beach to tips for Halloween entertaining. We hope you’ve picked out a good costume for the upcoming holiday. Enjoy, and see you in November.
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Marissa’s Closet
BY JAMIE MENAKER
A Closet Full of Love
High school prom is a memory that many of us treasure: we met the love of our life, had an unforgettable night, lived it up with our closest friends, or felt like the the most beautiful or handsome person in the room. It’s definitely a night to remember, but what if you hadn’t been able to attend the prom because you didn’t have a dress? Melinda Shaw of Marissa’s Closet in Ripon is determined that no young girl should miss her special night because she can’t afford a dress to fit the occasion. >>
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biggest thing is that by helping other people, it helps me to heal.” During the school year, or prom season, Marissa’s Closet has set hours, but Shaw and the many friends of the shop assure that dresses are always available to girls that need them. The ladies will open the shop early, stay open late, drive to girls that can’t come to Ripon, pick up girls from the high schools who don’t have a ride—all in the interest of allowing teens to enjoy the special night they deserve. “Pretty much anyone that contacts us and needs our help, we find a way to make it work. If I can help one person or change one person’s life with something so small, and they can in turn pay it forward, it’s made such an impact. I have girls that come in that have never been in a dress before, and it’s their first dress ever. It’s so important to them.” As Marissa’s Closet has become more well-known in the community, the shop has become even more popular with the teens. Many of the high school girls get their volunteer hours done here, and it’s become a sort of hangout, a safe space for girls to browse and spend time. Shaw’s goals for the future include finding a permanent location for Marissa’s Closet, as well as opening Marissa’s House, a place where troubled teens can find support. “My dream is to be able to stay in Ripon, where Marissa started it all, and be able to give back to the kids even more. It’s like a real store, you leave with your dress in a bag just like you bought it, and we help someone have one of the best nights of their life.”
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Marissa’s Closet opened its doors in March of 2010 in a fortuitous chain of events. Shaw’s daughter, high school senior Marissa, was looking forward to graduating and starting her life. After hearing that one of her classmates was planning to skip prom because she couldn’t afford a dress, Marissa started a dress drive and gathered almost 250 dresses to be distributed in the area, certainly not the first of her efforts towards charity. December 1, Marissa took her own life, leaving behind so many that loved her. In January of 2010, mom Melinda received a call asking what she’d like to do with the remaining dresses—the same day that she couldn’t seem to pull herself away from a TV marathon of movie 27 Dresses (about a woman who’s been a bridesmaid in 27 weddings, but never a bride). As they say, the rest is history. “We barely even had an idea of how it was all going to work when the story hit the papers the first week in February,” says Shaw. “And somehow our story hit the mainstream press. We were on the front page of Yahoo, papers from Chicago, everywhere. Everyone was so supportive—after that it went 100 miles an hour.” Packages started showing up from all over the U.S., and Marissa’s Closet opened with almost 1,400 special occasion dresses. By December 2010, Shaw was able to outfit close to 5,000 young girls in dresses for their celebrations. “When Marissa started this, it wasn’t about proms. It was any special event in a person’s life that they would remember. I didn’t get to go to my prom because I was in labor with Marissa, and she didn’t make it to hers either, so it’s like a piece of me and her go with these girls. The
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My First Pet Most kids plea with their parents for a pet at some point, and though an animal can make a great addition to the family, even the smallest critters require a commitment. You may want to start with an animal that’s lower maintenance to break the ice. Here are a few great starter pets. —Katy Berry
Guinea Pig These little fur balls love to be held by their owners and are typically low-cost to feed and maintain. Note: They can be rather squeaky.
Leopard Gecko With their suction cup hands, geckos hold on to you rather than you holding on to them, which makes them easy for small children to handle. They also require a small tank and their food requirements are minimal.
All you need is a 1 to 2.5 gallon bowl to house one of these majestic looking fish. Their rich colors make them fun to pick out, and they’re very simple to care for overall.
Rat We’re not talking about street rats, so don’t be scared off by their harsh reputation. Domesticated rats are actually bred to be intelligent, playful, and surprisingly cute. They do require one hour of playtime outside of their cage each day, and it’s advised to buy two so they don’t get lonely.
For more information on purchasing or caring for your new pet, visit these local resources: The Serpentarium, 2379 Maggio Circle, Lodi (209) 369-7737, snakemuseum.com Randy’s Fish Palace, 1163 E. March Ln., Stockton, (209) 472-9933, randysfishpalace.com Discount Pet Food and Feed 1411 S. Stockton St., Lodi, (209) 333-7330
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Some of the “dog treat bars” now available in pet stores are impressive, but the cost of your furry friend’s snacks can add up fast, and you never know what’s really in them. So why not make your own treats? The You Bake ‘em Dog Biscuits Cookbook by Janine Adams boasts more than fifty tasty recipes for your pup, including recipes for canines with special needs. As you bake, you’ll learn which ingredients are healthy and delicious for your companion, and which to avoid. Either way, your dog will be licking his lips as you pull out fresh baked treats from the oven. Now that’s puppy love. —Katy Berry
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[ In the Spotlight ]
Steve Martinez and “Jesse” K-9 Officer, San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office
The San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office uses pups to sniff traces of questionable substances, from marijuana and cocaine to tobacco and cell phones. Officer Steve Martinez gives us the scent. —Jamie Menaker
So what are you and Jesse responsible for searching? Jesse is trained to find marijuana, cocaine, and methamphetamine. We work mostly at the courthouses and the correctional facilities to make sure there are no drugs or weapons that could be a threat to the inmates. We also get called out to search homes and hotel rooms, or suspected narcotics in a vehicle that’s pulled over. What types of breeds are best suited to be search dogs? Jesse is a black lab, but it’s not really breed specific. We have a black lab, German shepherd, Dutch shepherd, pitbull/lab mix—whatever dog has the right drive to do the work. Our
dogs have to be friendly, not people or dog aggressive, and are rewarded with a tennis ball on string, so they have to have a “high ball drive.” How can you tell once the dogs have found what they’re looking for? The dogs are either trained to give a passive alert, get as close as they can to the source of the odor, sit down in front of it and stare at it, or an aggressive alert, where they will start scratching at the source of the odor to alert the officer. They are so well trained, once they smell anything, they will ignore everything around them—it’s all a game to get the tennis ball. Why do you use the tennis ball as a reward instead of treats? We don’t want the dogs to get distracted by food odors when we’re doing searches. These are dogs that just naturally want to play with the ball, and they will do anything to play that game. At the end of the day, when we’re off duty, we want the most fun thing in their world to be the work we do, so no chew toys or other distractions at home. It’s a lot more relaxed, they basically just get to sit around and be a dog.
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How did you decide to be a K-9 Officer, and how did you find Jesse? I had a lot of family in the police force already, and the K-9 narcotics program is something that I was really interested in. All the other dogs at the Sheriff’s Office have been rescued from shelters, but Jesse was laid off by the Stockton Police Department. She’s been a police dog for about four years, and with us a year and a half.
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Caring for you is our privilege. If you, or a loved one or friend, are facing the challenges of a chronic illness or are just confused about the options of recovery care in your community – we are here to help. Golden LivingCenters, a leader in skilled nursing care, and AseraCare Hospice, one of the nation’s premier providers of hospice and palliative care services, have two dedicated liaisons in your community. Jazz Dhaliwal of Golden LivingCenters and Heather A. Marchetti of AseraCare Hospice can walk you through the difficult questions and guide you through your options. Heather A. Marchetti
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Ghoulish Treats
BY KATY “BOO” BERRY
If you’re hosting your very own monster mash this year, these spooktacular treats will certainly have your guests howling. Or make these with your family for a meal that’s anything but boo-oring. You’ll find they’re very queasy, er, easy to make.
Graveyard Brownies » Write the letters “R.I.P.” onto the front of a Milano cookie with chocolate icing. Stick the cookie upright into a brownie so it looks like the headstone of a grave. Add chocolate icing to the top of the brownie, and sprinkle with crumbled Oreo bits to make the ground look like dirt. Add a candy corn pumpkin for an
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This recipe requires a pound of cocktail weenies and 6 to 8 flour tortillas. Cut the tortillas into strips that are 4 inches long and ½ inch wide, and slice a wedge out of the end of each weenie (for the toenail!). Soften the strips of tortillas in the microwave between two damp paper towels for 10 to
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into a punch bowl. Add one liter of ginger ale and ice. Add two scoops of lime or orange sherbet (make sure the sherbet is slightly softened). Add some thin lime and orange slices.
U-Pick Pumpkins Check out these great places to pick your own pumpkins, get lost in a corn maze, and other fun activities.
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U-pick pumpkins, hay rides, haunted house, zip lines, pumpkin blasters, corn maze, and much more. Open daily 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Admission is free, attraction prices vary. Dell’Osso Family Farm, 26 Stewart Rd., Lathrop, (209) 9820833, pumpkinmaze.com
Pumpkin picking, cornstalk and hay tunnel, build-your-own scarecrows, face painting, and hay rides. Open Friday-Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $7.50 kids, $3 adults. Countryside Farms, 6666 E. Main St., Stockton, (209) 943-1632, countryside-farms.com
Large pumpkin patch, hay rides, pony rides, farm animals, sunflower field, corn maze for small children. Open daily 9 a.m.-Dark. Free. Dutch Hollow Farms, 5101 Oakdale Rd., Modesto, (209) 456-4629, dutchhollowfarms.com
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Marilyn Williams has always been a dog lover, but had no idea she would become Stockton’s most trusted dog savior. In 2000, with her home schooled daughter in first grade and complaining that she was lonely at home on her own, Williams jumped at an ad asking for families to foster puppies through Stockton Animal Shelter Friends. It was only meant to be temporary, but after seeing how many dogs were being killed, Williams kept bringing more pups into her home, and quickly became a local expert on puppy diseases, nursing puppies through ailments from fleas to parvo. Much of the time, when puppies come into the shelters—either as strays or from homes that have an unwanted litter of puppies—the shelter can’t keep them because they haven’t had their shots yet. When a puppy comes in with no record, they start the whole range of shots, but it’s almost sixteen weeks before a puppy is protected from diseases. On the other side, a puppy can come in already infected by parvo or one of the common puppy diseases and infect an entire shelter of dogs. In essence, the puppy fostering program is both protecting the puppy from disease, as well as preventing the puppy from bringing disease into the shelter. After eleven years fostering puppies, and with Williams’ daughter now 19 and still working with mom, Willams has created a full-on pet rescue facility out of her home, as well as a legal foster home for puppies until they are adopted. Her aptly named Pets Rescue is completely self-funded, and fills a niche that no one else in the area seems to match. “Although puppies might be the most popular to adopt,” says Williams, “they aren’t the easiest because they can carry diseases that older dogs can’t. So the organizations that go in to rescue dogs from the shelters, they skip all the puppies. After doing this for eleven years, a lot of people know who I am, and know to come to me with dogs that need help.” Williams has created a relationship with the Stockton Animal Shelter, and takes in their puppies before they reach the shelter and can possibly be exposed to diseases. Some people will call Pups Rescue personally and tell Williams they have a litter they don’t want. With so many puppies that need safe places to stay before they are adopted into good homes, Williams usually has about 30 to 40 puppies a month that come through her home. www.sanjoaquinmagazine.com
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“My main goal is to find good, healthy homes for the dogs,” says Williams. “And the entire thing is funded by adoption fees. To start Pets Rescue, I had to put in my own money, get all the paperwork that makes me a legal non-profit, and I’ve kept it going with the funds that come in from someone adopting one of our dogs and taking them to a good home. There’s nothing like when you get a Christmas card from someone, picturing the dog that you sent home with them.” Through her fostering efforts, Williams has also come to realize a strong reality: many shelters, owners, and even veterinarians completely write off puppies just because they’ve been infected with parvo. Williams admits that it’s not a pleasant disease, but treatable in about 50 percent of puppies. Most people believe that parvo is death sentence. Williams explains that parvo is highly contagious among dogs. New puppy owners are advised not to let their pups touch the ground until their shots are done at sixteen weeks, as it is the easiest way to get parvo, which is transmitted through dogs’ waste. Really, anything can carry parvo: a fly that landed in the wrong spot, someone who touched a piece of paper touched by someone else who has parvo on their hands, it could be anything. Williams is one of the only locations in the area that will take in a dog with parvo, the majority of parvo puppies get put to sleep. As she explains, parvo is a virus, and, similar to humans, you can’t treat a virus; you just treat the symptoms and wait for the body to fight it off. Due to the contagious nature of parvo, Williams keeps a separate room in her home as the quarantine area for the parvo pups, and immediately begins treating the symptoms. “The first thing that happens is that the puppy gets dehydrated, and that’s going to kill the puppy long before the parvo itself. If you can control the symptoms and keep the puppy under close watch and care, the immune system will fight the parvo virus, and then it’s just up to whether the puppy’s immune system is strong enough yet.” Williams continues, “I have to take them in, because if I don’t, the shelter will kill them. And the reality is, a dog that has survived parvo is really the dog you want to adopt. Once they’ve had it, they can never have it again. It’s like the chicken pox or the measles.You won’t have to worry about it again.” Pups Rescue will also take in and treat puppies with worms, fleas, and a host of other puppy diseases. Williams explains that the biggest struggle is when a puppy comes in and she doesn’t know where it came from or what it might have. If the puppy already has parvo, she can get them straight to the quarantine room and get them started with treatment.
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“What goes on in shelters is rough,” she says. “there’s no telling what might happen there. If a dog has any sort of aggression, even if he is scared or agitated by the other dogs, they will put him down. There are just too many dogs. But there’s a lot of good in shelters, too, and they are really trying to make improvements. Eleven years ago they were killing all the puppies, and now they are sending them to rescues and foster homes.” Williams works hard to get all her dogs adopted. She posts her available pups daily on Petfinder and a host of other pet adoption websites, as well as her Facebook page. She also travels with her “safe” dogs that are over sixteen weeks with all their vaccinations, or that have had parvo already, to pet shop open adoptions to try to get her pups into good homes. “There are good people here, dog lovers. If I can’t get a dog adopted, I just keep posting and posting until I find the right home.” [SJM] For more information: To contribute a donation, send to Pups Rescue 3869 Silvana Lane, Stockton, 94212. pupsrescue.petfinder.org
Thrifty for a Cause The Delta Humane Society and S.P.C.A. has opened an exciting new boutique on Stockton’s Pacific Avenue. No, it’s not boasting the latest in doggy fashions, it’s actually for us humans. The Thrift & Gift Boutique offers gently used clothing, jewelry and accessories, household items, books, collectibles, and much more. Sales benefit the Delta Humane Society and the S.P.C.A., as they continue their work in saving and caring for animals in need. The boutique is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and welcomes donations of clean, gently used items. —Katy Berry For more information: The Delta Humane Society’s Thrift & Gift Boutique 6830 Pacific Ave., Stockton, (209) 466-0339 deltahumanesociety.com
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AnimalAcupuncture BY KATY BERRY
Dr. John Lindsey of the Sierra Veterinary Clinic in Stockton has always been a believer in alternative medicine, and for the past five years he’s been offering an unique service to his fourlegged clients: acupuncture. Depending on the condition, Dr. Lindsey says that acupuncture has actually proven to be more effective than traditional western medicine. For arthritis, he says the acupuncture can often help an animal so much that they no longer need to take arthritis medication. Dr. Lindsey also says that animals with kidney problems have been seeing excellent results. Although he encounters many skeptical patients, scientists have been conducting more research on acupuncture and finding that it does have measurable health benefits. As these studies continue to develop, Dr. Lindsey believes that acupuncture will be a more widely accepted treatment method. “A majority of the animals accept it very willingly,” he says. “In fact, once they’ve come a few times, a lot of animals are almost excited for it. It releases endorphins in the brain which makes them feel good, and they just go calm and mellow out.” The procedure requires that Dr. Lindsey uses long thin needles to pierce the different acupuncture spots mapped on an animal’s body, meant to create certain physiological changes like increased blood circulation, relief of muscle spasms, stimulation of the nerves, and the release of endorphins and hormones. Dr. Lindsey has been certified by the International
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Veterinary Acupuncture Society (IVAS), and continues to expand on his training. He hopes that in the future he will be able to treat cancer through acupuncture, though that skill level takes years of training. For now, Dr. Lindsey continues to learn, helping dogs, cats, and even horses live longer, healthier, and more comfortable lives through this unique healing method.
For more information: Sierra Veterinary Clinic, 711 W. Hammer Lane, Stockton (209) 477-4841, sierravetclinic.com
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Since 1985, Kaiser Permanente has served the Central Valley with its award-winning brand of integrated care, focused on prevention, with the goal of keeping people healthy. Our physician presence in Manteca, Modesto, Stockton and Tracy numbers more than 430 dedicated individuals, hand picked from around the world for their skills, background and passion for service. Meet a few of the Kaiser Permanente doctors who are making a difference in the health of our communities. >> SAN JOAQUIN MAGAZINE 69
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Moses D. Elam, MD Physician-in-Chief, Central Valley Area Dermatology In addition to seeing Kaiser Permanente dermatology patients throughout the Central Valley, Dr. Moses D. Elam also serves as Physician-in-Chief over medical operations for all the Kaiser Permanente hospitals, medical offices and satellite clinics in Manteca, Modesto, Stockton, Tracy and Lodi. Originally from Linden, NJ, Dr. Elam joined Kaiser Permanente because he believes the organization’s integrated model of care – which unites inpatient, outpatient and support services under one system – is the model of care for the future of medical practice.
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Under Dr. Elam’s leadership, Kaiser Permanente members in our area have enjoyed increased access to their physicians, and he has helped to implement a number of unique programs, including telephone appointments, same-day referrals to specialists, teledermatology, and others. Dr. Elam represents Kaiser Permanente on a number of community boards, including the San Joaquin Medical Society, California State University, Stanislaus, University of California, Merced, Career Services Advisory Board, and the Gallo Center for the Arts. EDUCATION: University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey School of Medicine, Newark, NJ RESIDENCY: New York Hospital, Cornell Medical Center, New York, NY BOARD CERTIFICATIONS: Dermatology, American Board of Dermatology
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Jane Brady, MD Chief, Women’s Health Services Obstetrics and Gynecology Dr. Jane Brady joined Kaiser Permanente in 2003 after seven years in a private Obstetrics and Gynecology practice in St. Louis, MO. She was raised in the Bay Area but spent most of her college and early career on the East Coast and in the Midwest. Upon returning to Northern California as a Kaiser Permanente physician, she enjoyed being closer to her family as well as being a part of a health care system that uses a team approach focused on preventive care. Dr. Brady enjoys having a clinical practice and serving as the Chief of Women’s Health Services in the Central Valley since July 2010. In her spare time, Dr. Brady is an avid traveler with a goal of visiting all seven continents. She also spends her spare time doing needlework and reading novels. EDUCATION: George Washington University, Washington, D.C. RESIDENCY: Washington University Barnes Hospital, St. Louis, MO BOARD CERTIFICATIONS: Obstetrics and Gynecology , American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
David Cornish, MD Chief, Gastroenterology Gastroenterology Dr. David Cornish is the Chief of Gastroenterology for the Central Valley Area, and has been with Kaiser Permanente since 1985. He is also the Chair of Subspecialty Medicine at both Kaiser Permanente hospitals in Modesto and Manteca, and chairs the Medical Subspecialty Peer Review Committee for the service area. Dr. Cornish began his medical training on the East Coast but worked his way west until he ended up in the Central Valley. He first attended medical school at Boston University School of Medicine in Boston, MA. After graduating, he completed his internship and residency at Children’s Hospital in San Francisco, which was followed by a fellowship in gastroenterology at the University of California, Davis, Medical Center in Sacramento. In his spare time, Dr. Cornish enjoys writing and collecting coins and historic documents. He is also a space, science, and history buff, and loves spending time with his wife, children, and two dogs.
EDUCATION: Boston University School of Medicine, Boston, MA RESIDENCY: Children’s Hospital, San Francisco, CA BOARD CERTIFICATIONS: Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine Gastroenterology, American Board of Internal Medicine
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Alain Flores, MD Chief, Adult Primary Care Family Medicine Dr. Alain Flores joined Kaiser Permanente in 2001 after completing his residency in family medicine. He grew up as a Kaiser Permanente member in San Jose, and his pediatrician was the one who inspired him to become a physician. Dr. Flores joined Kaiser Permanente because the organization allows him to put his patient’s concerns first, and to practice evidencebased medicine. In 2010, Dr. Flores became the Chief of the Adult Primary Care Department, overseeing the daily operations of more than 100 physicians and 140 support staff. His goal is to improve the quality of care and the caliber of service that is delivered by our physicians and staff to all patients, and to make Kaiser Permanente the most trusted name in health care. Dr. Flores loves music, and singing has always been his favorite pastime. In 2007, with his vocal talent he was awarded champion of the second season of the Central Valley Kaiser Permanente Idol competition. He enjoys spending time with his wife and their three children. They enjoy traveling together. EDUCATION: University of St. George’s School of Medicine, Grenada, West Indies RESIDENCY: St. Clare’s Hospital of Schenectady, Schenectady, NY BOARD CERTIFICATIONS: Family Medicine, American Board of Family Medicine
Sherry S. Han, MD Chief, Hospital-Based Specialists Internal Medicine Dr. Sherry Han comes from a long line of physicians — her father and grandfather were both internal medicine doctors, and she was determined to become a doctor herself from an early age. “I strongly believe that a doctor should put their patients’ health first, and maintain the honor and tradition of the medical profession by practicing with conscience and dignity,” she says. “I try to treat every patient as if they were part of my own family.” She joined Kaiser Permanente in 1999, after completing a residency at Mercy Catholic Medical Center in Upper Darby, PA. Dr. Han serves as Chief of Hospital-Based Specialists, which provides care and treatment to hospital patients in Kaiser Permanente’s Central Valley hospitals. She also serves as a member of the Quality Committee for the California Hospital Association, and has been involved in the work to improve hospital quality across California. EDUCATION: Beijing Medical University, Beijing, China RESIDENCY: Mercy Catholic Medical Center, Upper Darby, PA BOARD CERTIFICATIONS: Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine
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Donald E. Kimzey, MD Assistant Chief of Staff, Kaiser Foundation Hospital Manteca-Modesto Internal Medicine Originally hailing from Santa Clara, Dr. Donald Kimzey became a physician following careers as an ambulance driver and sales representative for a pharmaceutical company. He joined Kaiser Permanente in 1988, immediately after completing his medical education. Dr. Kimzey is the Assistant Chief of Staff for Kaiser Permanente hospitals in the Central Valley, and sees Kaiser Permanente members in the hospital, as well as members in skilled-nursing facilities. His goal is to provide the highest quality of care at every encounter. In his spare time, Dr. Kimzey enjoys home improvement projects, spending time with his family, and reading. EDUCATION: Oral Roberts University School of Medicine, Tulsa, OK RESIDENCY: Loma Linda University Medical Center, Loma Linda, CA BOARD CERTIFICATIONS: Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine
William J. King, MD Assistant Chief of Staff, Kaiser Foundation Hospital Manteca-Modesto Internal Medicine As Assistant Chief of Staff for Kaiser Permanente’s Manteca and Modesto hospitals, Dr. William “Bill” King is very proud to be a physician with Kaiser Permanente in the Central Valley. He joined Kaiser Permanente in 1988 and has served in the past as Chief of the Emergency Department and Chief of Hospital-Based Specialists. Born and raised on the south side of Chicago, Dr. King met his wife, Chris, during his medical training. They live in the country and own a variety of animals including horses, chickens, a lamb, a dog and cats. As a subscriber to the saying, “strong body, strong mind,” Dr. King faithfully takes daily early morning walks with his wife and dog. In his free time, Dr. King enjoys working outdoors, gardening, backpacking, classical music, martial arts and volunteer work. He is also a motorcyclist who enjoys riding with colleagues. EDUCATION: Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara—Medicine, Guadalajara, Mexico RESIDENCY: Christ Hospital and Medical Center, Oak Lawn, IL BOARD CERTIFICATIONS: Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine
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Melanie Parker, MD Chief, Urology Urology Growing up in a family where both parents were registered nurses, for Dr. Melanie Parker it seemed only natural to pursue a career in medicine. She learned from her parents at an early age what patients want — quality care from a physician who listens and understands — and it has been her goal to provide such care to her patients since joining Kaiser Permanente in 1993. Dr. Parker views each patient interaction as an opportunity to touch someone’s life. Whether it’s a small concern or a life-threatening illness, she recognizes that the time spent during the visit is important to her patient. In her practice, she focuses on her patients’ emotional well-being and overall health in addition to their urological issues. Dr. Parker moved to the Central Valley from New York to take advantage of the beautiful weather and enjoy an outdoor lifestyle, which has included running for nearly a decade. In addition to her daily morning runs, Dr. Parker also spends her free time participating in church activities and traveling to interesting destinations with her family. EDUCATION: Medical College of Georgia School of Medicine, Augusta, GA RESIDENCY: Albert Einstein/Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, NY BOARD CERTIFICATIONS: Urology, American Board of Urology
Leonid Pravoverov, MD Chief, Nephrology Nephrology Graduating from Moscow State Medical University, one of the top medical schools in the former Soviet Union, Dr. Leonid Pravoverov continued his career at Brookdale University Hospital in Brooklyn, NY, in 1999 as an internal medicine resident. After three years of residency, he became a nephrology fellow, and joined Kaiser Permanente in 2004. ”I enjoy working with all aspects of care — physical, psychological, educational, and socioeconomic,” he says, noting that several family members, including his wife, have been Kaiser Permanente members and are very pleased with the organization’s approach to health care. “I am proud to be a Kaiser Permanente physician, and I strive to exercise the same approach to provide a high level of care to all my patients and our members as if they were my own family.” EDUCATION: Second Moscow Medical Institute, Moscow, Russia RESIDENCY: Brookdale Hospital Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY BOARD CERTIFICATIONS: Nephrology, American Board of Internal Medicine
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Grace Tay, MD Chief, Surgery Surgery Prior to taking up a career in medicine, Dr. Grace Tay received a doctorate in biomedical engineering at Marquette University in Milwaukee, WI, where she gained valuable knowledge around research and development of medical equipment and technology. She then joined the faculty of Marquette University and the Medical College of Wisconsin as an assistant professor. Because of her desire to be just like her grandfather — a physician who cared for the sick and the wounded during World War II — she eventually pursued a career in medicine and became a physician herself. It was the culture of teamwork and excellence in delivery of care that inspired her to eventually make Kaiser Permanente’s Stockton Medical Offices her medical home. Today, she oversees the surgery departments at all Kaiser Permanente facilities in the Central Valley service area. “I believe that my role is to educate patients so that they can make informed decisions that best suit them, and to treat and care for patients as I want my family to be treated,” she says. EDUCATION: Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI RESIDENCY: Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals, Milwaukee, WI BOARD CERTIFICATIONS: Surgery, American Board of Surgery
Daksha Vaid, MD Chief, Pediatrics Pediatrics Dr. Daksha Vaid was born and brought up in Nairobi, Kenya, in East Africa. She then went to India for college and medical school. Dr. Vaid completed her residency in pediatrics at University of California, Davis, Medical Center. After working for a couple of years in private practice, she joined Kaiser Permanente in 1987. Dr. Vaid became the Central Valley’s Chief of Pediatrics in 2007. She takes this responsibility seriously, as she believes that she can support her fellow physicians to thrive in their professional career and take care of the pediatric population in the Central Valley. “I believe that patients and parents need to understand any illness they have, and also understand the pros and cons of the treatment,” she says. “I always make them part of my medical decision making, as long as it doesn’t endanger the patient.” EDUCATION: University of Baroda, Baroda, Gujrat, India RESIDENCY: University of California, Davis, Medical Center, Sacramento, CA BOARD CERTIFICATIONS: Pediatrics, American Board of Pediatrics
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Robert Zimmerman, MD Chief, Emergency Medicine Emergency Medicine The coordination of care Dr. Robert Zimmerman witnesses with his patients always makes him smile. “I have access to a full array of specialists to help me with our patients’ care,” he says. “It’s that outstanding care delivery system with excellent colleagues and facilities that brings the best of Kaiser Permanente to our members.” Graduating from Tulane University in New Orleans, LA, and completing his residency at both Tulane and the Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids, MI, Dr. Zimmerman now has returned to his “adopted home” in California, where he oversees the Emergency Departments at Kaiser Permanente’s hospitals in Manteca and Modesto. “I’ve been fortunate to work here at Kaiser Permanente,” he says. “By having access to some of the most advanced diagnostic and therapeutic technologies available, I feel I can provide my patients with the quality care they deserve.” EDUCATION: Tulane University, New Orleans, LA RESIDENCY: Tulane University Hospital and Clinics, New Orleans, LA; Butterworth Hospital, Grand Rapids, MI BOARD CERTIFICATIONS: Emergency Medicine, American Board of Emergency Medicine
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From head to toe, a woman’s body is a beautiful thing, but as we age, we are constantly changing. No matter how well we think we know our bodies, there are plenty of questions to be answered as we learn more about our incredible, life-giving selves. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions women have about their bodies, answered in our very own head-to-toe Q&A.
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What’s the most effective way to reduce wrinkles? The key to reducing wrinkles is early prevention. Drink plenty of water, sleep well, and moisturize regularly with a cream that contains SPF. When you reach your thirties, begin using a night cream with retinol to help stimulate collagen production, which slows with age. If you already have deep wrinkles and want to turn back time, you might consider Botox or Restylane injections. Botox is effective in removing the vertical lines that occur between your eyes as a result of years of squinting, concentrating, and frowning. Your facial muscles contract to create these expressions, and after a while, the lines linger. Botox is injected into the muscle layer, blocking nerve impulses, reducing the muscle activity, and relaxing the wrinkles. Injections can be made every three to four months and require no recovery time. Restylane is an injectable gel made of hyaluronic acid, also known as a “filler.” The gel is injected into the deepest wrinkles, adding volume to the skin and smoothing out the creases. For those who desire something more serious, a rhytidectomy procedure, also known as a facelift, may be the answer. During a facelift, the plastic surgeon will put
to the optometrist every one to two years is important for catching and treating possible eye
diseases
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or macular degeneration. Problems like presbyopia (the inability to see things up close) are common after age 40 and can be easily corrected with reading glasses. Cataracts, or the clouding of the eye’s lens, have been found to affect about 60 percent of people over the age of 60. Cataracts are usually a gradual progression, and some people don’t even notice them. But for those who have rapid or severe cataracts, corrective surgery is available.
on your hairline, either by your temple, around your ear, or along your lower scalp,
Restoring one’s smile is a great way to regain
depending on the type of lift you want. Your
confidence and look younger. The simplest
skin is then re-draped on your face, and any
option is to get your teeth whitened. Your
excess is trimmed away. Full healing for a
doctor can either provide you with take-
face lift takes roughly three to six months.
home kits that include custom fit trays and
What happens to my eyesight as I age? It is not necessarily true that old age equals a loss of eyesight. If addressed early, many common eyesight problems can be prevented or treated. Make sure that you have proper lighting in your home, especially in areas where you might read. Give your eyes a break when staring at the computer
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screen for long periods of time, and increase
whitening gels in different strengths, or you can try chair-side bleaching, in which your dentist will cover your gums with a protective gel or rubber shield, apply a bleaching agent to your teeth, and use a laser to enhance the action of the agent. Tooth bleaching procedures can be performed in a relatively short amount of time, though you must make sure your teeth are healthy and cavityfree beforehand. For chips, cracks, or gaps,
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What is a Perinatologist?
A perinatologist or maternal-fetal medicine (MFM) physician is an obstetrician with special training devoted to caring for pregnant women with conditions that put the mother or the developing fetus, or both, at increased risk for complications during or after pregnancy and birth. Perinatologists are capable of making difficult diagnoses and detailed care plans, and performing specialized procedures such as amniocentesis and Doppler ultrasound examination.
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Located in Stockton and serving San Joaquin County, Valley Perinatal & Genetics Diagnostic Center with Andrew Chao, MD is San Joaquin County’s only full-time practice specializing in caring for pregnant women who are high risk for reasons that may include: • Chronic medical conditions such as heart disease or diabetes • Family history of genetic disorders • Problems with previous pregnancies such as preterm labor or miscarriage • Pregnancy with multiples (twins, triplets) • Over age 35 at the time of conception • Structural abnormalities (birth defects) • Genetic disorders such as Down syndrome • Restricted growth in the womb We work hand-in-hand with patients and their obstetricians to monitor health concerns and review prenatal tests and ultrasounds. Before scheduling an MFM consultation or prenatal test, you should ask your primary caregiver for a referral. Please call (209) 933-9900 for more information.
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The dentist will use a tooth-colored
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Age spots are caused from years of sun exposure. They usually begin to affect people around the age of 40 and look like flat grey, brown, or black spots that vary in size and color. They are most commonly found on the hands, face, and shoulders. They pose no health risks, but people who want to avoid them should stay out of the sun or use sunscreen regularly. They can also be removed through certain facial peels or laser treatments. Facial peels will slough off the surface layers of the skin which will help give your skin a softer, more even tone. Laser treatments vary depending on the type of spot, since darker spots may need multiple laser sessions. In these treatments, the energy from a laser (or an intense beam of light) is absorbed by cells that have a higher concentration of melanin, or the pigment which is causing your dark spots. The heat of the laser decomposes the unwanted
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takes an hour or two to complete. The procedure can cause some discomfort, so the doctor may offer a local anesthetic or numbing ointment to make the procedure more comfortable.
How can I get rid of bags and dark circles under my eyes? Dark circles can be caused by several factors, though the most common are nasal congestion, allergies, heredity, vitamin deficiency, and reduced adrenal function. Lack of sleep and excess consumption of alcohol or caffeine are also said to be factors. There are no sure-fire ways to get rid of dark circles, but you may consider taking a multi-vitamin and using an eye cream that has concentrated vitamin C or vitamin K in it. Improve your circulation by cutting back on your salt intake and quitting smoking. Puffiness under the eyes is sometimes caused by tiredness and is normal when waking up from sleep. A splash of cold water can often do the trick. However, larger bags are usually a result of aging. There are natural fat deposits under the eyeball, and as you age the
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will be able to examine the lump
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When should I get a mammogram?
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A mammogram is essentially
breasts are not tender or swollen.
a breast x-ray and it should be
Begin by lying down with your
performed every one to two years
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after the age of 40. However,
tissue is spread out as thinly as
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index fingers, start making small,
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be discussed with your doctor. To
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will soothe the muscles. Take an
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and slowly bring your knee to
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and repeat. Contrary to popular
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spine flattening and chronic back pain, Achilles tendonitis, and other ailments. Wearing high heels seriously messes with your body’s natural alignment, and that’s never a good thing. So do yourself a favor, save your fanciest shoes for holidays and special occasions. If you must wear heels to work, keep them to an inch and a half or less. If you can’t part with your heels, then you’d better find a good podiatrist.
How do I know if a spa gives sanitary pedicures? Finding a nail salon that cares about properly disinfecting, cleaning, and sterilizing their equipment is of the utmost importance. Otherwise you risk sharing germs, bacteria, and possibly catching a nasty fungal infection. According to the International Pedicure Association, nail salons need to use equipment cleaning logs to make sure their tools are being properly sterilized, but many don’t. In fact, that’s one of the most common IPA violations, along with incorrect storage of clean equipment, incorrect cleaning procedures, and false cosmetology licenses. The bottom line: Don’t be afraid to ask about sanitation procedures before taking off your shoes. Make sure your nail technician has their license prominently displayed. Not only is it required, but it’ll assure you that they’ve had professional training and know what they’re doing. Next, make sure the general cleanliness of the salon is up to par. If you see a dusty floor or overflowing garbage, leave. Third, make sure someone cleans and sanitizes the foot-soaking tub after every client. And most importantly, no tool of any kind should touch your foot unless it has been thoroughly sanitized in germicide or an autoclave. Some salons even use disposable tools to ensure no bacteria is passed
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San Joaquin General Hospital Women’s Health and Mammography Services Women’s Health appointments: (209) 468-6147 Mammography Referral appointments: (209) 468-6221
San Joaquin General Hospital offers comprehensive Women’s Health Care including routine Health Care Screenings through our Primary Care Services and Mammography Services including Digital Mammography, Stereotactic Biopsy, and Breast Ultrasound
Bringing the citizens of San Joaquin County community-oriented, culturally sensitive, quality Health Care Services.
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Stockton Cardiology Medical Group Our greatest reward is to see our patients smile again after a challenging health event.
Dr. Punjya
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Stockton Cardiology Medical Group has grown immensely from the humble beginnings of the mid 1950s. The commitment and vision remains the same today as at its founding. Offering significant worth for those we serve, giving each and every one of our patients the highest quality of care with confidence and kindness. Our philosophy remains steadfast in that “it is a privilege to care for the people of San Joaquin County”. Our relationships with our patients continue to enrich our lives. Our group’s unifying principles include a continued passion and dedication to expand our professional knowledge, to pursue a standard of excellence, and to give each and everyone of our patients the highest quality care with confidence and kindness. Stockton Cardiology offers a comprehensive heart and vascular program that includes cardiac risk factor assessment for the prevention of coronary artery disease (CAD), invasive and noninvasive cardiovascular evaluation, and interventions for 94 SAN JOAQUIN MAGAZINE coronary/carotid artery disease, peripheral arterial
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disease, congenital heart disease, and arrhythmias. Complex coronary and peripheral endovascular interventions, including carotid stenting and limb salvage procedures are areas of special interest for the physicians of Stockton Cardiology. Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) occurs when the blood vessels outside the heart are diseased or clogged, interfering with normal blood flow to the arms, legs and stomach. It is reported that an estimated 20 million people in the United States have PAD, with many being undiagnosed and untreated. Stockton Cardiology has been granted accreditation by the Intersocietal Commission for the Accreditation of Echocardiography Laboratories (ICAEL) and by the Intersocietal Commission for the Accreditation of Nuclear Medicine Laboratories (ICANL). Accreditation is received only after meticulous reporting and reviews which must be approved by ICAL and ICANL. Stockton Cardiology is pleased to be recognized for a commitment to high quality patient care and its provision of quality diagnostic testing.
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“Our greatest reward is to see our patients smile again after a challenging health event.”
Stockton Cardiology Medical Group Stockton: 415 E. Harding Way, Suite D, Stockton, CA 95204 (209) 944-5750 Tracy: 1530 N. Bessie, Suite 101 Tracy, CA 95376 (209) 832-0343 Manteca: 1148 – 3 Norman Drive, Manteca, Ca 95336 (209) 823-3656 San Andreas: 704 Mt. Ranch Rd., #101, San Andreas, CA 95249 (209) 754-1012
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San Joaquin County is home to many top medical and health professionals. These select few men and women strive to keep on top of their fields, keeping abreast of the latest research and cutting-edge technology to offer you the best service available. Passionate about their work, they are even more passionate about you and your well-being. Read on to meet these exceptional men and women.
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MILLENNIUM DENTAL Family Dentistry
Dr. Rene Yabar DDS, Dr. Ljubica Petrasic DDS, Dr. Lita Rodríguez DDS, Dr. Ramon Chichón DDS Stockton: 2363 W. March Lane • (209) 952-3951 Tracy: 436 W. Beverly Place • (209) 835-6487 At Millennium Dental we are committed to providing our patients with quality dentistry at affordable prices. We have a team of well rounded professionals, each with a different area of expertise so that we may provide our patients with both comprehensive and highly skilled dental care. Patients of all ages are welcome! Aside from general dentistry, our services also include orthodontics, oral surgery, pediatric dentistry (for infants too!), implants, cosmetic dentistry, sedation, and general anesthesia. It’s our philosophy at Millennium Dental to become part of the community we serve. Thus, our doctors regularly volunteer their time to provide gratuitous dental care and they collaborate on several community service events throughout the year. We hope that you’ll consider us for your next dental visit. We’re online at www.millennium-dental.net.
VITUNE VONGTAMA, MD DAN VONGTAMA, MD Radiation Oncology
St. Teresa Comprehensive Cancer Center 4722 Quail Lakes Drive, Ste. B Stockton, (209) 472-1848 Dr. Dan Vongtama is a board certified radiation oncologist who came to St. Teresa from New York, where he completed his residency at SUNY Downstate Radiation Oncology and additional training at Beth Israel Medical Center and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Dr. Vongtama’s professional radiation oncology experience includes the utilization of brachytherapy for prostate, gynecologic, and breast cancers; Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy for head and neck, prostate, gastrointestinal, breast, and gynecologic cancers; and Stereotactic Radiosurgery. Dr. Vitune Vongtama is a board certified radiation oncologist by the American Board of Radiology, specializing in brachytherapy. He has treated more than 10,000 patients, performed more than 1,500 permanent prostate seed implantations, and completed more than 1,500 low dose brachytherapy and HDR procedures. Dr. Vongtama is a diplomat of the American Board of Radiology and a member of the Sutter Tracy Community Hospital, San Joaquin General Hospital, and Dameron Hospital.
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HUGH L. VU, MD, MPH, FACS
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Vu Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery 1617 St. Marks Plaza, Ste E & F Stockton, (209) 476-7074 www.vuplasticsurgery.com
Board-Certified and San Joaquin magazine reader-celebrated, Dr. Hugh L. Vu treats his plastic surgery patients like they are members of his own family. He meticulously plans and customizes every procedure to give his patients beautiful, natural-looking results. Dr. Vu specializes in facial rejuvenation, body contouring, and all breast procedures, while his Skin & Laser Center offers advanced medical grade services such as laser hair reduction, Botox, collagen remodeling, cellulite treatments, microdermabrasion, and much more. In addition to cosmetic surgery, Dr. Vu brings to Stockton his reconstructive surgery expertise from his teaching career at UC Davis and as senior plastic surgeon at Sacramento's Shriners Hospital for Children. Dr. Vu's commitment to safety and excellence has earned him the confidence of patients and colleagues in Northern California and internationally. Thank you for voting Dr. Vu "Best Cosmetic Surgeon" in 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010!
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TRI-VALLEY ORTHOPEDIC SPECIALISTS, INC. Solving Musculoskeletal Problems Since 1985 2180 West Grant Line Rd. Tracy, (866) 623-7600 www.TriValleyOrthopedics.com Tri-Valley Orthopedic Specialists has been proudly serving the extended Tri-Valley community since 1985, providing the highest quality patient care for all kinds of musculoskeletal injuries or problems. We have a dedicated team of nine surgeons, and numerous ancillary and support staff who work at three convenient locations throughout the Tri-Valley and Central Valley area. Our surgical team is quite diverse and can handle your orthopedic needs from head to toe – you can count on specialized expertise for shoulder, hand, knee, foot and ankle problems, as well as sports medicine, work related injury, and joint replacement. We’re completely committed to your convenience and comfort. We use state-of-the-art techniques designed to create substantially less pain, less need for rehabilitation, and a faster return to your normal activities. Our surgeons work with all major Tri-Valley hospitals, including ValleyCare Medical Center in Pleasanton, Valley Memorial Hospital in Livermore, San Ramon Regional Medical Center, and Sutter Tracy Community Hospital.
CAMERON R. WHEELER, DDS, MS Board Certified Orthodontist
Wheeler Orthodontics 4568 Feather River Drive, Ste. D Stockton, (209) 951-0151 www.wheelerortho.com A specialist in the field of orthodontics for both children and adults, Dr. Wheeler has completed an advanced program of education and training. He graduated with honors and received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree, a Master of Science degree, and a specialty certificate in orthodontics from University of California, San Francisco. When he is not practicing orthodontics, he is teaching it at his alma mater. In addition to his academic qualifications, Dr. Wheeler prides himself on exceeding the standards of his profession by making continued education a priority to his practice. He stays on top of the latest developments in orthodontics, and therefore continues to provide top quality service to his patients. Furthermore, Dr. Wheeler and his staff do all their patients’ records in-house. When Dr. Wheeler isn’t busy putting smiles on his patients’ faces or teaching future orthodontists, you will probably find him scuba diving or cheering on one of his favorite sports teams—the San Jose Sharks, Stockton Ports, or Stockton Thunder.
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DR. TODD A. FRANKLIN, DDS
Cosmetic Dentist
1208 W. Tokay Street Lodi, (209) 334-4370 www.toddfranklindds.com
“Discover Extraordinary Among The Ordinary” Dr. Franklin and his talented team are ready to show you why your next dental visit will exceed your expectations. “We understand the importance of a healthy, attractive smile and have dedicated ourselves to help make that a reality for every one of our patients. We want our patients to feel and look confident and youthful.” This dedication has rewarded them with the “Best of Lodi” and “Best of San Joaquin” for the past 4 years. Dr. Franklin is a premier cosmetic dentist in the Central Valley. He has his Mastership in Aesthetic Dentistry from the world renowned Aesthetic Advantage at NYU in New York City. He is the Program Director/Senior Instructor for the California Center for Advanced Dental Studies in San Francisco. For the California Center he trains other dentists nationally and internationally on cosmetics and comprehensive care. As the founder of the San Joaquin Society for Advanced Aesthetic Dentistry he mentors dentists all throughout the Central Valley. Whether you need preventive care or a complete comprehensive consultation, Dr. Franklin and his team have the skill and care you need. www.sanjoaquinmagazine.com
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MAYWELL L. INONG, DDS General and Cosmetic Dentistry 4568 Feather River Drive, Ste. E Stockton, (209) 477-9105 www.inongdental.com Dr. Inong practices in Stockton and is a graduate of the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry. “Our goal is to help patients pursue a lifetime of optimal dental health and achieve winning smiles,” says Dr. Inong. “We strive to build long lasting relationships with our patients so that we can help them achieve lifelong oral health through prevention, maintenance, and quality care.” Dr. Inong utilizes the latest in dental technology to provide general, restorative, cosmetic, and implant dentistry. During dental appointments, Dr. Inong places an emphasis on patient comfort by providing warm neck wraps and heated exam chairs with back massage. Dr. Inong provides nurturing and caring dentistry in a professional, state of-the-art atmosphere so that patients can enhance and maintain their winning smiles.
MANTECA DENTAL GROUP Family Dentistry
Manteca Dental Group 132 Sycamore Avenue Manteca, (209) 823-2164 www.mantecasmiles.com
General Dentist? Cosmetic Dentist? Pediatric Dentist? So many choices, which one to choose? At Manteca Dental Group you can find it all in one place. Dr. Ricardo Cuevas is a General and Cosmetic Dentist and Dr. Elverne ”Al” Tonn is a Pediatric Specialist. Our commitment is to provide you with the highest standard of personalized dental care in a gentle, efficient and professional manner. We trust you will find the atmosphere calming, the staff friendly, and our dental services exceptional. Top notch dentistry is more than just excellent clinical skills and state-of-the art equipment. We are a people practice. Establishing lasting relationships with our patients based upon mutual trust and open communication is the key to our success. Call us today at (209) 823-2164 or visit us online at www.mantecasmiles.com.
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McNemar Cosmetic Surgery 2301 Camino Ramon, Ste. 215, San Ramon, (925) 866-0177 2160 W. Grantline Rd, Ste. 250, Tracy, (209) 834-0626 www.mcnemarcosmeticsurgery.com, www.bariatricplasticsurgeon.com
THOMAS B. MCNEMAR, MD, FACS Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Dr. McNemar was named amongst the “Best of the Bay” by KRON-4 television. A respected authority on plastic surgery, he is coauthor of Breast Augmentation and Body Contouring. The book features various “Mommy Makeover” procedures such as breast augmentation, tummy tuck, and VASER liposuction. He has most recently published Bariatric Plastic Surgery: A Guide to Cosmetic Surgery After Weight Loss. A skilled cosmetic surgeon with a perfectionist’s streak and an eye for detail, Dr. McNemar offers a range of procedures to enhance each patient’s unique, natural beauty.
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JOSEPH RUSSELL, DC TIMOTHY COYKENDALL, DC, FICPA, QME Chiropractic
Valley Chiropractic Center 438 W. Beverly Place, Ste. 101 Tracy, (209) 832-9221 www.tracychiro.com At Valley Chiropractic Center, you will experience the most compassionate and reliable care. Dr. Timothy Coykendall and Dr. Joseph Russell combine the latest skills and expertise that spans the entire chiropractic wellness spectrum. Committed to bringing you better health and a better way to live, they teach and practice the true principles of chiropractic wellness care. • Most progressive techniques and equipment in the Valley • Extensive training on injuries to the spine and entire body • Evening appointments available • Open 6 days per week Combining over 14 years of experience, you are assured of receiving only the finest quality care utilizing the most modern chiropractic techniques and equipment in the Valley. The entire staff has a genuine concern for you and your well-being. It’s Your Life... Live it Well!
MARIA STEFAN, DDS Family Dentistry
Maria Stefan, DDS, INC. 4647 Quail Lakes Drive Stockton, (209) 478-5884 www.stefandds.com Dr. Maria Stefan is a highly educated and skilled dentist in the San Joaquin area. She strives to accomplish all the latest dental techniques. She has also taken care to assemble one of the finest dental staffs to provide our patients with the best quality care in a relaxing and comforting environment. Dr. Maria Stefan is a graduate of University of Medicine and Pharmacy Bucharest, where she received her Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree in 1994. She has over 16 years of experience in dentistry. Before coming to Stockton, Dr. Stefan has been in practice for several years in Seattle, Washington. For your convenience Dr. Stefan is bilingual, she speaks English and Romanian. She is a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and San Joaquin Dental Society.
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RONALD S. NORIESTA, DDS General Dentistry
3031 W. March Lane, Ste. 340 Stockton, (209) 472-7500 www.oneappointment.com
Do you want to restore that youthful smile or replace missing teeth? Do you want to prevent dental problems? Do you have a toothache? We all have different priorities and reasons for going to the dentist, but one thing is certain: We don’t want to spend a lot of time there. Our goal is to care for your dental health while making everything as convenient, comfortable, and economical as possible. Today’s high technology allows dental work to be done in much less time and with minimal expense, but still provides long lasting, esthetic restorations. Experience for yourself our familylike atmosphere and personal service. Priscilla from Modesto says, “I couldn’t believe I got my cosmetic work done in one appointment, with no temporaries.” John from Stockton says, “I’ve had root canals and crowns done before, but I’ve never had a root canal and crown done in one visit. I’ll never go back to the old way of fixing teeth.” Brian from Missouri says, “I was in Stockton with a dental emergency and Dr. Noriesta fixed my tooth in one appointment. I couldn’t find a dentist like Dr. Noriesta in Missouri, so I drove back to Stockton and got the rest of my crowns done in one appointment.” To find out more, contact us at (209) 472-7500 or visit us online at www.oneappointment.com. www.sanjoaquinmagazine.com
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BHAGYA NAKKA, MD, FACOG Bhagya Nakka, MD, FACOG 420 West Acacia St. Suite 22, Stockton, CA 95203 Tel (209) 242-2690 Fax (209) 242-2694 www.drnakkaobgyn.com Dr. Bhagya Nakka would like to welcome you to her medical practice specializing in child birth and all women’s health issues. Dr.Nakka is a 1993 graduate of Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences, Bangalore, India. Dr. Nakka has fulfilled a residency in the Flushing Hospital Medical Center, New York, where she served as chief resident, as well as residency in the Nassau University Medical Center in New York. Dr. Nakka is a Board Certified Physician in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Fellow of The American Congress of Obstetrics and Gynecology and The American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology . Dr. Nakka’s office is conveniently located adjacent to Dameron Hospital and offers a very centralized location to the residents of Stockton and neighboring towns. Dr.Nakka has successfully delivered numerous healthy babies on both the East and West Coast, prior to settling in Central California to be closer to her family. We encourage you to go through our website to learn more about Dr. Nakka’s family oriented practice. If you are looking for a personal relationship with a caring young physician specializing in women’s health care, please visit or call our office to schedule an appointment. Dr. Nakka is welcoming new patients and would like to meet with you personally to discuss your future care.
SALIDA SURGERY CENTER DENTAL GROUP Children’s Dental Care While They Sleep 5712 Pirrone Road Salida, (209) 543-9299 www.SalidaSurgeryCenter.com Dr. Patel earned his Dental Degree form the University of Pittsburgh, School of Dental Medicine, and residency in Dental Anesthesiology at Loma Linda University of Southern California. He completed his Anesthesiology Fellowship at Riverside County General Hospital. In 1998, Dr. Patel helped establish Central California Dental Surgicenter in Atwater, CA. while building his private practice. In 2004, Dr Patel developed and built Salida Surgery Center and their doors opened in 2005 where he is the Medical Director. Over the years, Dr. Patel has provided General Anesthesia to thousands of children and adults including children with special needs. In addition, he has worked to increase Access to Care for the underserved population of California by providing the much-needed dental care. Dr. Patel is active in the community and in many dental organizations. He is currently a Committee member for the Oral Health Advisory Committee of Stanislaus County, Treasurer for the California Society of Dentist Anesthesiologists and in the past served on the Board of Directors for San Joaquin Dental Society. Dr. Patel is a current member of the ADA, CDA, ASDA, ADSA, and SJDS.
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All About Smiles 5904 North El Dorado Street, Ste. C Stockton, (209) 957-8907 aboutsmiles@ymail.com Creating a community of healthy smiles is top priority for Dr. SohiThadwal and her staff at All About Smiles. For over 20 years, Dr. Sohi and her family have called the Central Valley home. She attended UC Davis, receiving her degree in genetics, and received her Doctorate of Dental Surgery at UCSF Dental School. She is Invisalign Certified, providing patients with an alternative to conventional braces while achieving optimum cosmetic and functional results. Her passion for cosmetic dentistry has brought glowing smiles to many patients faces. She and her husband, Bal Thadwal, MD, have two young children and are an important part of the Stockton community.
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Dr. Sohi understands that a nurturing environment is important to all members of her family, at home and in her practice. Dr. Sohi is All About Smiles.
DR. RAMANPAL GREWAL, DDS General Dentistry
All About Smiles 5904 North El Dorado Street, Ste. C Stockton, (209) 957-8907 aboutsmiles@ymail.com Dr.Grewal: Dr. Ramanpal Grewal graduated from the New York University College of Dentistry. In his spare time he loves to watch and play sports such as basketball, football, baseball and golf. He is married and has a three year old son. Dr. Grewal is an active member of the California Dental Association and American Dental Association, and takes continuing education courses to stay on the cutting edge of dental technology. His greatest satisfaction is when his patients have a great dental experience in the office. He is excited to be a part of the All About Smiles Team.
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RAFAT S. RAZI, DMD, MPH Pediatric Dentistry
2160 W. Grant Line Road, Suite 130 Tracy, (209) 834-1307 www.TracyPediatricDentist.com Dr. Rafat Razi is a Specialist in Pediatric Dentistry. She received her D.M.D., Doctor of Dental Medicine, from the Harvard School of Dental Medicine, and M.P.H. degree from the Harvard School of Public Health. Her specialty training in pediatric dentistry was completed at the University of Rochester’s Eastman Dental Center. Dr. Razi also served as faculty in the Department of Pediatric Dentistry at Columbia University in New York City. She has practiced in West Palm Beach, FL, Manteca, CA, and now is at a brand new state-of-the-art office in Tracy, CA. Her expertise in her specialty is over ten years. The office provides a warm, caring environment specialized for treating the dental needs of infants, children, and adolescents. The facility uses the latest dental materials, digital radiography, and nitrous oxide. The office has kids’ movies and play areas, making patients’ first dental experience fun. Dr. Rafat Razi’s expertise, her friendly dental team, stateof-the-art office, and its prime location provide an excellent place for children’s dental care.
SANJEEV VAISHAMPAYAN, M.D. Cardiology Stockton Cardiology Medical Group 415 East Harding Way, Suite D Stockton, Ca 95204 Phone: (209) 944-5750 Dr. Vaishampayan received his undergraduate degree and medical education, respectively, from Kalamazoo College and Wayne State University School of Medicine. Dr. Vaishampayan has been practicing clinical cardiology for the past 14 years. His practice involves echocardiography, trans-esophageal echocardiography, nuclear cardiology, cardiac catheterization, and pacemaker implantation. He relocated to California in July 2010 from his previous practice in Michigan, joining Stockton Cardiology Medical Group. His hobbies include tennis, golf, and skiing. He spent 6 months studying in France during his undergraduate training where he acquired an enjoyment of cooking and wine tasting. His wife, Julie Vaishampayan, is also a physician specializing in infectious diseases also with a Masters in Public Health. He has 4 children: Alexander, Nicholas, Zachary, and Isabel. Stockton Cardiology Medical Group is dedicated to the highest standards of cardiac care for their patients, with locations throughout San Joaquin County and the foothills. Dr. Vaishampayan is a member of the medical staff of St. Joseph’s Medical Center. For more information, please call (209) 944-5750.
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Stockton Cardiology Medical Group 415 East Harding Way, Suite D Stockton, Ca 95204 Phone: (209) 944-5750 Stockton Cardiology is thrilled to welcome Amardeep K. Singh, MD, to their dedicated group of cardiologists. Dr. Singh comes to the Stockton area with expertise and knowledge gained from an Interventional Cardiology Fellowship at the University of California, San Francisco, and a Cardiovascular Medicine Fellowship and Internal Medicine Residency at the University of Southern California. She obtained her medical degree at Saint George’s University, School of Medicine in the West Indies. Dr. Singh specializes in interventional cardiology and has experience in performing procedures such as right heart catheterization, left heart catheterization via the femoral or radial artery, aortography, ventriculography, temporary pacemaker placement, percutaneous atrial septal defect closure, and coronary and bypass graft angiography, angioplasty and stenting. Dr. Singh has done extensive research in cardiovascular medicine and her name finds merit in several medical publications. Dr. Singh’s credentials include Board Certification in Echocardiography, Level II in Cardiac CT and Nuclear Medicine, ABIM Cardiovascular Board Certification and ABIM Internal Medicine Board Certification. She is fluent in Hindi, Punjabi, and Spanish, which allows for optimal communication with Stockton’s diverse patient population. Stockton Cardiology Medical Group is dedicated to the highest standards of cardiac care for their patients, with locations throughout San Joaquin County and the foothills. Dr. Singh is a member of the medical staff of St. Joseph’s Medical Center. For more information, please call (209) 944-5750.
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JENNIFER RIVERA, M.D. Family Medicine
St. Joseph’s Medical Group 3132 W. March Lane Stockton, (209) 475-5500 www.StJosephsMedGroup.org A Family Medicine physician with St. Joseph’s Medical Group of Stockton, Jennifer Rivera, M.D., comes to Stockton after working in an outpatient family medicine office in Pennsylvania. Dr. Rivera completed a Family Practice Residency in Norristown, Pennsylvania and obtained her medical degree at the Cebu Institute of Medicine in Cebu City, Philippines. As a Family Medicine practitioner, Dr. Rivera specializes in caring for a broad range of patients from pediatrics to geriatrics. She has a special interest in women’s health issues. She is Board Certified in Family Medicine and is a member of the American Academy of Family Practice. She is fluent in three Philippine dialects: Tagalog, Visayan, and Waray. Dr. Rivera practices with St. Joseph’s Medical Group, which is affiliated with St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Stockton and CHW Medical Foundation in Sacramento. St. Joseph’s Medical Group brings together the latest medical knowledge with a depth of clinical experience to provide the most up-to-date, comprehensive care available with a physician roster that includes family practitioners, internal medicine physicians, specialists, and hospitalists.
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REBECCA MAMMO, MD Ophthalmologist
Center for Sight Stockton: 1805 N. California St., Ste. 101 • (209) 948-5515 Manteca: 1144 Norman Dr., Ste. 102 • (209) 823-1152 Tracy: 612 W. 11th St., Ste. 103 • (209) 836-4800 Oakdale: 1425 West “H” St., Ste. 340 • (209) 849-2748 www.StocktonEyeCenter.com A humanitarian, award-winning Ophthalmologist and originally from the Bay Area, Dr. Rebecca Mammo received her bachelor and master’s degree in Public Health at UC Berkeley and her medical degree at the prestigious Harvard School of Medicine. She completed her Ophthalmology residency at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. Mammo was inspired to do Ophthalmology as a second year Harvard medical school student while interning with World Health Organization fighting river blindness in West Africa, the second leading cause of blindness in Sub-Saharan Africa and Central America. It was at that time she decided to devote her professional energy to prevent eye disease and restore eye sight, having witnessed the miracle of such work. Dr. Mammo has conducted several research projects and academic presentations on a variety of topics including open angle glaucoma, pediatric eye disease and infections of the eye. She was honored for her work by the American Academy of Ophthalmology, The Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology and Wills Eye Hospital, the New York Academy of Medicine. She continues to be an active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, The Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology and American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. She has also volunteered as cataract, glaucoma and eyelid surgeon in Kenya, India and Mexico. Dr. Mammo has joined the Center for Sight team and is available for consultation, surgical and laser care for glaucoma, diabetes, eyelid abnormalities, cataract and pediatric eye care beginning September 26th, 2011.
KIDS CARE DENTAL GROUP Children’s Dentistry
Stockton Office (209) 957-4386 3485 Brookside Rd., Suite 101 Outpatient General Anesthesia is recommended for apprehensive children, very young children, and children with special needs that would not work well under conscious sedation or I.V. sedation. General anesthesia renders your child completely asleep. This would be the same as if he/she was having their tonsils removed, ear tubes, or hernia repaired. This is performed in a hospital or outpatient setting only. While the assumed risks are greater than that of other treatment options, if this is suggested for your child, the benefits of treatment this way have been deemed to outweigh the risks. Most pediatric medical literature places the risk of a serious reaction in the range of 1 in 25,000 to 1 in 200,000, far better than the assumed risk of even driving a car daily. The inherent risks if this is not chosen are multiple appointments, potential for physical restraint to complete treatment, and possible emotional and/ or physical injury to your child in order to complete their dental treatment. The risks of NO treatment include tooth pain, infection, swelling, the spread of new decay, damage to their developing adult teeth, and possible life threatening hospitalization from a dental infection.
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Dr. Gurrinder Atwal has over 12 years experience practicing dentistry in Tracy. He graduated from Loma Linda University and was awarded a Master’s Degree in Dental Public Health at the King’s College, University of London (U.K). Dr. Atwal also currently serves as faculty at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF) School of Dentistry, and is involved with many study clubs promoting dental health & education. Dr. Atwal and his wonderful well trained team has extensive experience in full mouth reconstruction, presenting different options and educating patients to the best option suitable for their given condition. His beautiful office in Tracy has a very friendly team whom are well trained to treat children, adults, and people with special needs. Their office is home to the latest state of the art equipment like Cone Beam 3-D X rays with Cat Scan ability, Cerac Cad/ CAM (single visit crowns), laser machine, and the most current sterilization techniques. Dr. Atwal and team Comfort Dental Care just moved into a custom, child friendly, very well designed, brand new 2750 sq ft facility at 2766 N Tracy Blvd.
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Dr. Ashley Streeter, a Stockton native, is excited to have the opportunity to provide orthodontic care to her hometown and community. Dr. Streeter attended Lincoln High School and the University of the Pacific. She received her dental training at the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry in San Francisco. After earning her DDS, she continued on to a specialty residency in orthodontics at the Baylor College of Dentistry where she earned her Master’s degree. Dr. Streeter offers a variety of treatment options to meet each individual’s orthodontic needs including metal braces, clear braces, lingual braces, and Invisalign. She and her husband, Dr. Austin Schellinck, live in Stockton and enjoy spending time with their families and friends. Dr. Streeter also loves movies, traveling, and snowboarding.
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DEEPAK SHRIVASTAVA, MD, D.ABSM, D.ABIM (SLEEP), FCCP, FACP, FAASM, RPSGT Dental Group of Stockton & Lodi Stockton, (209) 956-9650 Lodi, (209) 366-1850 www.WellCareNews.com Dr. Shrivastava received his Sleep Medicine training at Stanford University, and board certifications in Sleep Medicine, Pulmonary Medicine, Critical Care Medicine, Internal Medicine, and Polysomnography Technology. He is Chief of Sleep, Critical Care, and Pulmonary Services at San Joaquin General Hospital, Professor of Internal Medicine, Sleep Medicine, and Pulmonary and Critical Care at UC Davis.
Dental Group of Stockton & Lodi Stockton, (209) 956-9650 Lodi, (209) 366-1850 www.WellCareNews.com Dr. Hayashi, a 1988 graduate of U.O.P. Dental School provides treatment for sleep apnea and snoring as well as temporomandiublar joint disorder (TMJ/TMD). He is heavily involved in an oral-systemic approach to dental care. He is a member of the Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, ADA, CDA, AACD, Stanislaus Dental Society, and volunteers in the community services and University of the Pacific
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525 S. Fairmont Ave, Suite A Lodi, (209) 368-5101 www.brizbraces.com Our #1 goal is to provide the highest quality orthodontic care in a familybased, high-technology practice. Using proven state-of-the art technology to enhance your experience, we maintain the most advanced procedures and equipment available including digital photography and advanced computer graphics to ensure that every patient achieves a healthy and beautiful smile. We offer a unique orthodontic experience that is fun, affordable, interactive, and effective. Combining the right mix of personal care, high technology, and continuing education, we maintain a commitment to our patients in every facet of our practice. Dr. Brizendine has been practicing orthodontics and taking special interest in TMJ and surgical corrections for 25 years. He is a preferred invisalign provider. Dr. Brizendine belongs to the San Joaquin Dental Society, the California Dental Association, the American Dental Association, the Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists, and the American Association of Orthodontists. He and his wife, Kelly, have two grown children, Erica and Jillian. He is the proud grandpa of Jack, Ty and Wyatt. His passions include golf, his Harley, skiing (both kinds), snowboarding, and scuba diving. He is a San Francisco Giants fan. Go Giants!
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Martin Dentistry 1310 E. Swain Rd., Ste 2, Stockton, (209) 951-4251 Martin Dentistry has been serving the residents of the San Joaquin County area for 36 years offering the full range of dental services. Dr. Douglas Martin is one of the leading implant dentists in the world. In January, Dr. Martin traveled to India where he presented the keynote address to the Indian Society of Oral Implantology. The Custom Osseous Integrated Implants that Dr. Martin helped develop have shown a 97% survival rate at 10 years and are now expected to last a lifetime. These custom dental implants can restore quality of life when existing dentures can no longer be relined to work adequately to allow functionality. Dr. Martin, a graduate of UCSF, is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology / Implant Dentistry, a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantology, and a Fellow of the American Association of Implant Dentistry. Dr. Dax Martin joined his father after graduating from UCSF Dental School in 2002 and is now a full partner in the practice. Bringing a fresh modern approach to dentistry, he is certified in Conscious Sedation, and has taken extensive courses in implantology and is a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. He is now also teaching at Heald College as an instructor in Dental Assisting. Martin Dentistry offers dental solutions to solve even the worst problems that can meet almost any budget. OCTOBER 2011
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BY DON AND ANN JACKSON
Since 1967, the Queen Mary, once the world’s grandest and fastest ocean liner, has been a significant symbol for the city of Long Beach. And she remains a beloved landmark as travelers from around the globe continue to flock to California’s seventh largest city in order to experience her illustrious history. Believe it or not, if she were operating today, we are told she’d still be the speediest cruise liner on the high seas. Today, Long Beach offers plenty for visitors to do and see, both at sea and on land.
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Choosing one of the Queen Mary tour options is a must-see for first time visitors to Long Beach, and one of the “Insider Tours” led by their knowledgeable and often humorous guides is best. You might wish to go on your own by trying a self-guided tour, but keep in mind that after 6 p.m. there’s no admission to the ship. The Russian Scorpion Submarine, where stealth meets wealth, is moored next door to the Queen, and open for tours as well. It can be a little claustrophobic and a very tight fit as you weave through the sub’s interior, but you’ll marvel as to how 75 crewmembers could live and survive in such minimalist quarters (queenmary.com).
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Visit the Aquarium of the Pacific, with plenty of marine exhibits and the surprising home to two cute young Artic Foxes (aquariumofpacific.com); take a romantic evening ride on a Venetian gondola through the enchanting canals in the Naples Island area (gondolagetawayinc.com); or stroll around Shoreline Village, the Pike at Rainbow Harbor, and Shoreline Park—with a resident lighthouse—for inviting activities and vistas (shorelinevillage.com, thepikeatlongbeach.com). Also worth a visit is the highly praised Museum of Latin American Art (MoLAA), the only western United States museum dedicated exclusively to contemporary Latin American artwork (molaa.org). >>
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For the seafarers, take a 45-minute narrated harbor cruise aboard one of Harbor Breeze’s tour boats, or try one of their year-round whale and dolphin watching tours—on our recent excursion, we saw nine Blue Whales, a few with young calves, and hundreds of playful dolphins (longbeachcruises.com). For fun on your own accord, rent a bike with lots of options like choppers, tandems, and cruisers, or a choice of pedal or solar-operated surreys (wheelfunrentals.com), or consider renting an electric Duffy Boat to tour around the appealing Alamitos Bay area (bayboatrentals.net). And with a name like Long Beach you should expect beautiful beaches for sunning, sand volleyball, swimming, and sandy walks—and you won’t be disappointed. One thing we were most impressed with along the beaches was the well-disguised, off-shore oil rigs that are close to shore with palm trees, waterfalls and condo-like buildings over the derricks. Other coastal cities should follow suit.
(lopera.com). The Sky Room, on the top floor of Ocean Avenue’s historic Breakers building, provides dazzling city/harbor views and award-winning cuisine. Above the Sky Room, take the spiral staircase to the intimate Up Lounge with 360 degree views, a perfect rendezvous for that special date (theskyroom.com). The Madison offers one of the most stunning interiors of any California restaurant, and the striking resurrected historic bank ambience is matched by their classic cuisine and elegant service (themadisonrestaurant. com). For more casual dining, Alegria is one of our most pleasant dining surprises with superb Latin offerings and homemade “aged” Sangria (alegriacocinalatina.com). Gladstone’s and Parker’s Lighthouse are both longtime waterside fixtures offering noteworthy fresh seafood (gladstoneslongbeach.com, www.parkerslighthouse.comparkerslighthouse. com). Omelette Inn is a locals hangout for scrumptious breakfasts (omeletteinn.com).
Nightlife: There are many options for nighttime entertainment in Long Beach, but we have some favorites. The Laugh Factory houses the Stand-up Comic’s Hall of Fame in the lobby, and is one of the country's newest and largest comedy clubs (laughfactory. com). The All-American Melodrama Theater and Music Hall located in Shoreline Village offers owner-written productions that keep you boo-ing the villains, cheering
You may want to take a close look at the Long Beach Arena, where the world’s largest mural, Planet Ocean by famous artist Wyland, totally covers the exterior (longbeachcc.com). Although the city has many year-round events, it’s probably best known for the annual three-day Toyota Grand Prix, the longest-running major indy-car street race held on our continent. The accompanying celebrity race is a fun time as well. The 38th annual Long Beach Grand Prix is scheduled for April 1315, 2012 so start making plans to attend (gplb.com).
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Let’s start with her Royal Highness by suggesting a gourmet dinner in Queen Mary’s critically-acclaimed Sir Winston’s restaurant, or her famous Champagne Sunday Brunch in the Grand Salon, which serves over 55 entrees (queenmary.com). L’Opera Ristorante on Pine Avenue, the restaurant-row of downtown, is a stellar redo of a former bank, offering exceptional Italian gastronomy
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the heroes, and most importantly howling with laughter (allamericanmelodrama. com). Long Beach’s Dinner Detective Mystery Dinner Show is a one-of-a-kind cruise on an old paddle wheeler where laughter reigns supreme and everyone’s a suspect, including your table mates (dinnerdetective.com). Sgt. Pepper’s Dueling Piano Cafe is the place to go if you want the rowdiest time in town where no rules “rule.” Singing, clapping, and drink-along banter helps folks celebrate anything and everything (pepperspianos.com).
Where to stay:
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Room prices in Long Beach are often less than other Southern California beach cities, so it’s an ideal family destination. Lodging on the Queen Mary is always an option, and staying in one of the recently renovated original staterooms will provide an enchanting bygone-era experience. The Queen can be a quintessential return to an art-deco yesteryear as you imagine crossing the Atlantic with a plethora of
famous celebrities. Although many of the staterooms are small and the soundproofing between some rooms is fair at best, we still recommend dropping anchor here for anyone into historic seafaring nostalgia (queenmary.com). For those wanting to be downtown near the city’s high-energy harbor area, the Long Beach Westin is our top choice. Westin rarely disappoints, and this property provides exceptional service, a rooftop pool area, and roomy, well-appointed accommodations (westinlongbeachhotel.com). For anyone seeking a waterfront resort overlooking the harbor and city, the Hotel Maya (a HiltonDoubletree property) is the only option meeting that criteria and a recommended pick (hotelmayalongbeach.com).
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The warm rustic beauty of the “Porter” bedroom collection uses a deep finish and ornate details to create an inviting furniture collection that fits comfortably into any bedroom decor. The rich look of the burnished brown finish flows beautifully over the decorative framed details and stylishly turned bun feet to flawlessly capture the true feel of grand rustic design. With the dark bronze color hardware adorning this rustic furniture, the “Porter” bedroom collection is the perfect choice for any home environment.
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The rich finish and elegant details of the “Emile” bedroom collection features a sophisticated traditional style that is sure to enhance the beauty and style of any bedroom decor. The decorative cherry veneer is bathed in a dark Mahgony finish that flows beautifully over the ornate pilasters and framed details giving a subtle elegance that creates the perfect atmosphere for any bedroom. The rich finish and dovetail drawer construction, this furniture flawlessly captures the true essence of inviting traditional design. Sleep peacefully within the warm traditional beauty if the “Emile” bedroom collection.
Palmer Walnut Collection >>
Palmer is all leather upholstery featuring a top quality leather with the benefit of protection. Traditional styling with natural nails on the arm panels, boxed seat cushions and backs along with bun showood accent legs is sure to add style and comfort to any home environment. Picture frame stitching on the backs and seat add more detail to this inviting furniture. The soft leather has a suavage spray effect that adds color depth, clarity and surface interest with tone on tone blending of colors.
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The warm inviting feel of beautifully designed cottage furniture is the perfect way to create a living room environment you have always dreamed about. The “Prelude-Champagne” upholstery collection takes the idea of cottage design and brings it to life with the soft upholstery fabric beautifully accented with rustic nail head details and rich finished turned bun feet to create a private cottage retreat within your own home.
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Chef Jim Murdaca learned to cook Italian food the old-fashioned way: by eating family dinners. Murdaca was only six months old when his parents moved from Italy to America in 1956, and he grew up immersed in Italian culture. His father, the original Pietro, opened up the first Pietroâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s restaurant in Vacaville fifty-three years ago, and their family philosophy of serving fresh and simple Italian food has kept the business thriving for half a century. Twenty-seven years ago Murdaca decided to open his own location in Lodi. >>
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“I never knew there was anything other than slow food,” he says. “If you go to Europe, that’s the way it is. There’s no other way, there are no freezers. I think in America we’re in a hurry. We think, give me my food so I can leave.” That’s not the standard at Pietro’s, where the décor simulates the Tuscan countryside, and families can be seen enjoying a night out, their eyes widening as their server sets down a heaping dish of spaghetti and chicken parmigiana, a halo of meatballs sitting around the edge of the platter. The food at Pietro’s is served family-style, and that means big portions and plenty to go around. Pietro’s menu is sizeable, but in the unlikely predicament that you don’t see something you want, ask your server, and the chef on duty will happily make it for you. Murdaca says his most popular dishes are his ravioli and his lasagna, but he admits, “I’m a pizza guy!” The menu boasts seven types of pizza, as well as the option to choose your own toppings. It also has calzones, steaks, seafood, chicken, veal, and of course, pasta. Guests begin their meal with a piping hot loaf of bread taken straight from the oven. Served with fresh local olive oil and balsamic vinegar, it’s hard not to fill up on the bread itself, but you must resist to save room for an appetizer of bruschetta, with diced heirloom
tomatoes, red onions, garlic, herbs, and olive oil, tossed and piled atop soft ciabatta bread. Or try a plate of fresh tomato and mozzarella, a classic Italian staple that’s scrumptious and refreshing. For an entrée, the gnocchi a la pisello is addictive with its soft, doughy potato dumplings smothered in flavorful, creamy marinara sauce, which also happens to be perfect for dipping your bread. Or try the pappardelle carbonara, pasta tossed in a rich white cream sauce with peas, celery, and deliciously salty bits of ham and pancetta. No matter what you choose, be prepared to stuff yourself into a blissful food coma. “I have a simple motto,” says Murdaca. “Keep it simple, keep it fresh, and stay humble.” This recipe is probably why for twenty-seven years, Pietro’s of Lodi has kept a bustling clientele of regulars and newcomers, all stopping in for fresh, homecooked Italian food.
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“We chose Lodi because we thought it had a lot of growth potential,” says Murdaca. “There are so many great family-run wineries here. It’s really nice.” Murdaca’s instinct was right on, and as Lodi’s popularity has grown over the years, so has Pietro’s. Recent additions have made the restaurant better than ever. Last April, a romantic European courtyard was added, and has become an ideal space for wedding rehearsals, intimate parties, or lunch al fresco. Also new is a charming garden that wraps around the perimeter of the entire restaurant. At first, passersby may think the garden is just for looks, but take a second glance and you’ll see markers for basil, oregano, zucchini, tomatoes, and other vegetable and herb plants. The property also boasts fifty lemon and lime trees, several of which line the entrance’s walkway. “The garden is traditional Italian,” says Murdaca. “We always kept a garden at home, and whatever we had in the garden we picked and ate.” Murdaca strives to use as much of his own produce in his dishes as possible, but when he can’t, he turns to local farms like the Fruit Bowl and the Golden Bear Ranch in Linden, or Corto Olive in Lodi. When asked for his thoughts on the slow food movement, he seems slightly bemused.
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The Feltens fight back A quintessential Lodi Wine Country story BY RANDY CAPAROSO
Klinker Brick’s proprietor, Steve Felten, never expected to be a winemaker. When he married Lori Mehlhaff in 1990, and began farming vineyards owned by her father, “the plan was to be grape growers the rest of our lives.” But in 1995 Gallo cancelled their contracts with Felten Mehlhaff Farm, and the family suddenly found themselves in a sink-or-swim situation. “We were forced to turn our grapes into wine that we could sell to wineries on the bulk market,” says Felten. After doing that for a few years, it occurred to Felten that they might do even better by bottling the wines under their own labels. So in 2000, the first Klinker Brick Old Vine Lodi Zinfandel was made, and the Feltens haven’t looked back since. The wine was received so well, yearly production quickly expanded to over 30,000 cases today. Klinker Brick Zinfandel is now sold in 40 states, and within two years they expect to expand into all 50 states, and perhaps beyond. The secret? Despite being relatively new to the winemaking business, the Feltens have quality grape growing in their blood. “I grew up with winegrapes from my mother’s father’s side,” says Felten, “and Lori’s family has been farming in Lodi since the late 1800s.” Gallo, as it were, returned a few years later to request a new contract, but by then it was too late. “I told them, no more grapes for you,” says Felten, “we have officially gone over to the winemaking side.” The family reduced the number of acres they were farming in Lodi from over 2,000 to about 600, 250 of which they own. What they’ve kept consists mostly of prized ancient Zinfandel vines, 50 to over 100 years old. The cream of each year’s crop goes into the Klinker Brick Old Ghost Zinfandel, a powerful wine coveted by Zin lovers from coast to coast. Telling us his “Ghost” story, Felten says, “One year when I was walking through an old, abandoned vineyard, with an early morning fog creeping through the vines, I thought – looks like a ghost came through here!” The first Old Ghost was a 2003, bottled under a striking white-on-white label depicting an old vine “ghost” embossed against a white background. “Old Ghost really is our best Zinfandel,” says Felten. “It usually comes from one of our six best vineyards each year. Interestingly enough, in 2008 our oldest vineyard – a 117 year old block that rarely produces over 1½ tons – made it into the Old Ghost for the first time. We blended it with Zinfandel from another historic site – a 2½ acre, 94 year old, dry farmed vineyard that we have been slowly nursing back to health over the past seven, eight years.”
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Another one of Klnker Brick’s acclaimed wines is the Farrah Syrah, from a vineyard young Farrah Felten has personally helped cultivate since she was 9 years old. But it’s quality, not sentiment or labels, that really propels wine brands these days. Felten attributes Klinker Brick’s phenomenal growth to the fact that most of their vineyards are located on Lodi’s east side, east of Hwy. 99. According to Felten, “The east side has a drier climate, although the sandy loam is pretty much the same as what you find west of the town. The water table on our side tends to be deeper, the soils a little more well drained. Because of that, vines are less vigorous, producing fewer clusters and smaller berries. This gives us a little more concentration and structure in our wines – an important part of what we do.”
2008 Klinker Brick Lodi Old Vine Zinfandel ($18) As many as 13 or 14 vineyards go into this blend each year, with vines averaging a staggering 85 years of age. The ’08 is a classic: raspberryish fruit-forward fragrance with fresh, leafy undertones, followed up by a lush, easy texture, and a chubby fruitiness tucked into a full yet smoothly balanced body.
2008 Klinker Brick Old Ghost Lodi Old Vine Zinfandel ($37) As densely textured and replete in sweet, brambly, and pepper/cardamom spiced varietal qualities as the Old Ghost can be, it is never really excessive in tannin, oak, or alcohol. In that vein, the ’08 is thick yet compact and contained, doling out a pure, spicy Zin fruitiness.
2009 Klinker Brick Farrah Lodi Syrah ($20) This is vivid enough to turn any red wine lover into a Syrah fanatic with its lusciously aromatic nose exuding sweet strawberry, raspberry, and cherry bomb fruits, digging deep into the palate via bright, zesty, medium-full, opulently rounded sensations. “Farrah is definitely an American Syrah,” says Felten, “heavier than European styles, but lighter than Australian styles of Shiraz.”
Randy Caparoso is an award-winning sommelier/ restaurateur and longtime wine journalist who also pens the blog for the Lodi Winegrape Commission. For more info or to taste over 200 Lodi wines, visit the Lodi Wine and Visitor Center, 2545 W. Turner Rd., Lodi, (209) 367-4727, lodiwine.com OCTOBER 2011
Wine Tours and Tastings
The Lodi winemaking industry has enjoyed tremendous expansion in the last decade. The land devoted to vineyards has increased from 46,000 acres in 1996, to nearly 100,000 today. Now the region produces more fine wine than Napa and Sonoma combined! The Lodi appellation is proudly blowing away the mists of anonymity that have shrouded local wines, allowing them to bask in the sunshine of worldwide recognition. We invite you to take a short ride and discover Lodi Wine Country for yourself.
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EXPERIENCE FLIGHTS OF LODI’S BEST Jessie’s Grove Winery Michael David Family of Wines Van Ruiten Family Winery Bokisch Winery
Berghold 17343 N. Cherry Rd. Lodi, CA 95240 (209) 333-9291 bergholdvineyards.com Cellar Door 21 N. School Street Lodi, CA 95240 (209) 339-4394 lodicellardoor.com Delicato Family Vineyards 12001 S. Highway 99 Manteca, CA 95336 (209) 824-3500 dfvtastingroom.com
Voted the “Best Tasting Room in San Joaquin County” & “Best Zin in America” wall street journal wine competition
Harney Lane Winery 9010 E. Harney Ln. Lodi, CA 95240 (209) 365-1900 harneylane.com
Michael-David Winery 4580 W. Highway 12 Lodi, CA 95242 (209) 368-7384 michaeldavidwinery.com
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Lodi Wine and Visitors Center 2545 West Turner Road Lodi, CA 95242 (209) 365-0621 Klinker Brick Winery 15887 N. Alpine Road Lodi, CA 95240 (209) 333-1845 www.klinkerbrickwinery.com
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Van Ruiten Family 340 W. Highway 12 Lodi, CA 95242 (209) 334-5722 vanruitenwinery.com Viaggio 100 East Taddei Road Lodi, CA 95220 (209) 368-1378 viaggiowinery.com www.sanjoaquinmagazine.com
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Squash Casserole 2 lbs. yellow or butternut squash, peeled and diced 1 cup mayonnaise 1 cup Parmesan cheese 1 small onion, chopped 2 eggs, beaten ½ tsp. salt ¼ tsp. pepper ½ cup dry breadcrumbs or crushed Ritz crackers 1 Tbsp. melted butter
TASTE OF THE SEASON
WINTER SQUASH BY KATY BERRY
Winter squash is a term that encompasses several delicious gourds, the most recognizable being the acorn, butternut, spaghetti, hubbard, and buttercup squash varieties. Unlike summer squash which is picked early and has a softer shell, winter squash has a hard, protective rind. This allows the veggie to be stored for up to six months as long as it’s kept in a cool dry place. But don’t be deceived by their hearty exterior. When the flesh within is cooked, winter squash makes a warm and comforting meal that is soft and sweet, and perfect for the colder seasons. When selecting a squash, choose one that feels heavy for its size with no visible bruises, cuts, or soft spots. Though they may taste similar, different squashes have very different exteriors which may alter the ways they can be prepared. For example, a spaghetti squash is long and yellow, and is very easy to peel and slice, but an acorn squash looks like a small blackish-green pumpkin with a pronounced ribbed shape that makes it very annoying to peel, and so they are best prepared when halved and stuffed. No matter which type you choose you try, there are plenty of great ways to prepare squash that will keep your family warm and nourished this October.
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Boil squash until tender, drain. Mix eggs, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, onion, salt and pepper in a bowl. Add squash and toss together. Pour into casserole dish. Combine breadcrumbs and melted butter and mix together until crumbly. Layer on top of casserole. Bake at 350 degrees for thirty minutes. Serves 6-8.
Sausage-Stuffed Acorn Squash 2 acorn squash, cut in half and seeds removed 1-2 Tbsp. grapeseed oil Salt and pepper to taste ½ lb. pork sausage 1/3 cup onion, diced 1 celery rib, diced 2 oz. crimini mushrooms, diced 1 small apple, diced Salt and pepper to taste 1 tsp. fresh sage leaves, minced 1 egg, beaten 1 Tbsp. fresh parsley, chopped Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Brush the insides of the acorn squash with oil and season with salt and pepper. Place on a baking sheet and place in oven for 30-45 minutes or until acorn squash is tender. Meanwhile, heat a medium skillet to medium-high heat. Add the pork sausage and cook, stirring occasionally and breaking into small crumbles with a spatula. When sausage is no longer pink and cooked through, remove and set aside in a medium bowl, leaving some of the fat in the pan. Turn the heat down to medium and add the onion and celery. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, and add the mushrooms. Sauté for another minute, and add the apple. Sauté until the apple begins to soften, another 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add the vegetable mixture to the sausage and add the sage leaves and egg. Toss until well-mixed. When acorn squash has finished baking, scoop mixture into the hollowed-out “bowls.” Return to oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until egg is set. Remove from oven and garnish with parsley. Serves 4.
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Family owned and operated for 12 years Casa Mexicana has been serving Lodi with the best authentic Mexican food. We offer home made tortillas and a family pack for $29.99. Casa Mexicana also provides catering for your event of any occasion and our own banquet room. Join us Saturday night for the nightclub with a variety of Spanish and English music.
Family Pack $29.99
Includes: 4 Enchiladas, 4 Tacos, 4 Burritos Rice, Beans, Tortillas & Chips and Salsa Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner all day Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Sat-Sun 8 a.m.-8 p.m. 1110 Kettleman Lane, Lodi, (209) 368-2272
A flavorful mixed grill of juicy steaks, tender chicken, fresh fish, and pasta dishes. Satisfy every taste with mouthwatering appetizers and salads. Every day, Outback starts out fresh, making every one of their soups, salad dressings, and sauces from scratch. At Outback, it’s all about quality —and all about the food. So let go of the worries of the day, and Go Outback. Open for lunch Mon-Fri at 11:30 a.m. Dinner 7 days a week Happy hour 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. M-F 1243 West March Lane, Stockton (209) 954-9615 www.outback.com
A favorite among guests that enjoy fine dining, Rosewood Bar and Grill offers an upbeat and sophisticated setting with its rich wood and black and white marble floor, while still remaining family friendly. With an exceptional menu, Rosewood offers Monday night prix fixe (French for “fixed price”) dining specials, letting diners order a complete meal for about half the price of doing so a la carte. Rosewood Bar and Grill also boasts a wine list that is out of this world. Voted Best Fine Dining in Lodi 5 Years in a row! 28 S. School St. Lodi, (209) 369-0470
With its seasonally-based menu and gourmet preparation, the Wine and Roses restaurant boasts a charming venue with exceptional service. Guests are spoiled with beautiful views of the garden, or can enjoy a romantic evening sitting by the large fireplace. Sit alongside the piano while enjoying an after dinner cocktail. As an added bonus, stay overnight at the charming and beautiful Wine and Roses Inn and make a weekend out of it. 2505 W. Turner Rd. Lodi, (209) 334-6988
Johnny’s Diner & Creamery @ Tracy Outlets off MacArthur We invite you to walk in our door and let the time machine take you back to the good old days of the fabulous 1950’s, where life was just a little simpler. A bit of 1950’s fun fills the walls. We are serving up burgers, fries, milkshakes, BLT’S, chili cheese dogs, and more…. And we have a full ice cream parlor where you can sit and enjoy a tall root beer float, classic banana split, specialty sundaes, and kid inspired treats like dirt n worms and cookie crumble. Whether you’re on date night, a family outing, or celebrating a birthday, a visit to Johnny’s Diner is sure to be a treat. A bit of 1950's fun 1005 E. Pescadero Ave., Tracy, (209) 832-1188 www.johnnysdinerandcreamery.com
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The beautiful Brewster’s Bar & Grill features the best in fresh, local California cuisine. Our menu includes a variety of pizzas, pastas, steaks, salads and sandwiches, all created with the freshest seasonal ingredients. Our wine list emphasizes the best California has to offer with dozens of wines from both Lodi and Napa. Come enjoy a wonderful, family friendly dining experience in our main room or on our beautiful patio, for lunch or dinner, seven days a week. We also feature wine tasting every Wednesday and live music upstairs in our lounge every weekend from 9pm until close. 4th and B Streets Galt, (209) 209-251-7230
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Renowned chef and owner Richard Hyman has created a menu steeped in Italian culture where seasonal menus and local, sustainable produce are at the center of the plate. Pastas, sauces, sausages, Mozzarella and Ricotta cheeses are all made in house, guaranteeing diners that they are in for a culinary experience like nowhere else in the San Joaquin Valley. 3499 Brookside Rd, Ste A Stockton, (209) 473-7300
15138 Harlan Rd., Lathrop (209) 858-1818 www.mikasasushilathrop.com
Welcome to Casa Flores Marina, the very best in Mexican Cuisine. Casa Flores Marina is the new location in the Marina Shopping Center on Benjamin Holt Avenue, just west of I-5 in Stockton. Enjoy the warm, inviting dining room or dine al fresco in the secluded, outdoor patio. You will be treated to mouth-watering, innovative dishes that will keep you coming back! Casa Flores Marina has a beautiful, fully stocked tequila bar offering the finest selection of tequilas anywhere. You can enjoy fresh fruit margaritas made with all natural ingredients. No premade mixes here. Enjoy Tequila Tastings every third Thursday of the month or book your next big party here. Open for lunch and dinner.
The DELTA BISTRO introduces its new fresh, local driven menu. The menu features Certified Angus Beef, fresh Alaskan Halibut, Pacific salmon, and lots of local produce. Chef Jeff Stogsdill and his team are driven to provide a fine dining experience in a casual setting with fantastic waterfront views. Enjoy dining on the courtyard, experience the wonderful atmosphere and treat yourself to gourmet delights. Pair your dining with local wines, or the best concoctions from the fully stocked bar. The DELTA BISTRO is located in the University Plaza Waterfront Hotel.
3201 W. Ben Holt Dr., Ste. 155 Stockton, (209) 451-1116
110 W Fremont St., Stockton 209-944-1140 for reservations
Shangri La Asian Bistro is located on beautiful School Street in downtown Lodi. The restaurant is open from 11:00am-9:00pm Sunday through Thursday and 11:00am10:00pm Fri-Sat. Happy hour is available 7 days a week from 2:30pm-5:30pm which includes $5.00 sushi rolls and discounted appitizers. All well drinks, house wines and beers on tap are $3.00. We are known for our Hong Kong Pan Fry Noodles, Honey Walnut Prawns and lunch bento boxes. The most requested sushi roll is the "Moms Roll" which consists of spicy tuna, tempura shrimp, snow crab, avacado, tai snapper, white tuna and a garlic Mayo. This one of kind roll is then toarched and topped off with unagi sauce, spicy mayo and massago. You can order online at our website www. Shangrilaasianbistro.com. We are a family run restaurant and family dinning is our style!
Juan Cruces III is the second generation to expand in the restaurant business, by stepping out to Tracy. Casa Flores today has grown with great reputation and new traditions. When visiting a Casa Flores Mexican Restaurant, you can count on great tasting foods, a welcoming environment, and speedy friendly service. Juan will be creating a combination of old Mexican tradition and modern flair. He is creating an expanded menu that will serve traditional Mexican entrees from recipes passed through generations, but modified with a healthier twist. As for the future, Casa Flores will continue striving for excellence and quality, a tradition we are obligated to uphold.
203-A S. School Street Lodi, (209) 366-0539
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Mezzo Restaurant, located in the Brookside business center, serves authentic, multi-regional Italian cuisine using only the freshest ingredients, local produce, meats and seafood.
Serving authentic and modern Japanese cuisine, come enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of the causal dining room, or grab a seat at the sushi bar and have some fun with the professional and creative sushi chef. To enhance your experience, Mikasa invites you to explore the list of premium sakes. Mikasa offers outstanding sushi, sashimi, tempura, noodles, and teriyaki, as well as traditional Japanese sukiyaki and yosenabe. The most popular dishes are the Hawaiian tuna poki, tako kimchee, hamachi jalapeno, tuna ceviche, Mikasa steam sole, ginger beef tenderloin, Golden Gate roll, and Mikasa roll. They’re looking forward to your visit! Kampei!
2503 N. Tracy Blvd. Tracy, (209) 879-9608 www.casaflorestracy.com
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Crush Kitchen & Bar has a menu that Executive Chef/Owner Michael Warren describes as California with HEAVY Mediterranean influence. The entire menu is made from scratch. From the unique Hummus plate to the house made mozzarella and the handmade pastas, Crush is focused on the “Farm to Fork” philosophy. This year Crush was chosen as “The Best of San Joaquin” and it is very clear why. Crush has a wine list that boasts over 130 European and local selections and also has a full bar. Next door to Crush is “The Market” a boutique grocery that is also owned by Michael Warren and partner Michael Thomas. Thursday-Monday 11:30 am-close, Wednesday 5 pm-9 pm, CLOSED Tuesday. 115 S. School St. (inside Woolworth Place) Lodi, (209)369-5400 www.Crushkitchen.com
Everyone is welcome at Bud’s Seafood Grille. Friendly service, hearty portions, and a range of fish, seafood, pasta, steak, and poultry entrees make Bud’s a great choice for a business lunch, family dinner, or night out for two. Every meal begins with a bottomless basket of fresh sourdough bread. The new leafy outdoor patio seats thirty, and is the perfect spot to take a break from shopping in Lincoln Center and enjoy a leisurely lunch or even just a drink with a friend or two. Full bar and banquet room available. Open for lunch, dinner, and scrumptious Sunday brunch. Happy hour daily with $1.00 off all beer & well drinks and $5.00 bar bites 4pm - 6:30pm 314 Lincoln Ctr., Stockton (209) 956-0270 www.budsseafood.com
We use ingredients of only the highest quality when preparing our meals. We cook using 100 percent cholesterolfree cooking oils, for a delicious and healthy meal. If you would like to order something not listed in the menu, we will do our best to accomodate you in any way we can. Gift Certificates available. Mon-Fri: 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m and 5-10 p.m. Sat-Sun: 12 p.m.- 10 p.m. Serving San Joaquin County since 1979 7555 Pacific Ave., Ste. 115 Stockton, (209) 957-0617 www.pekingstockton.com
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Tracy Thai Tracy Thai successfully captures the unique and complex flavors Thai food is known for. Using only fresh, quality ingredients, their food has exceptional presentation, from mouth-watering appetizers like their heavenly Angel Wings (boneless chicken wings stuffed with silver noodles), to their soups served in a flaming tureen that keeps it warm throughout the meal. Tracy Thai prepares imaginative creations for those with more adventurous tastes, or delicious familiar dishes that are great choices for those who have never experienced Thai food before. 1035 Central Ave. Tracy, (209) 833-9703
Papapavlo’s Bistro and Bar is considered by many to be one of Northern California’s most unique fine dining establishments, located in Stockton’s Lincoln Center. They offer the finest and freshest in gourmet cuisine, and their fabulous menu includes a large variety of continental dishes. Three outdoor dining patios make for a perfect place to relax during lunch or dinner. Papapavlo’s offers four private banquet rooms accommodating groups as intimate as 12, to as large as 100 guests. Papapavlo’s is open Sun.-Thur., 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Fri. and Sat., 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. 501 N. Lincoln Center, Stockton (209) 477-6133, www.papapavlos.com
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DiningOut WOODBRIDGE CROSSING
18939 N. Lower Sacramento Road, Woodbridge (209) 366-1800, www.woodbridgecrossing.net Full bar. Open for Sunday brunch, lunch, and dinner. $$-$$$$ Woodbridge Crossing restaurant is more than just a place to eat. Walk through our doors and you take a journey into the past. The site of the original Wells Fargo Pony Express stop, the 1800’s décor of Remington’s, antiques and art work still adorns the walls. Soups and sauces that are made from scratch, Baby back ribs with savory meat that falls right off the bone and cocktails that are made the old fashioned way. From Meatloaf Sliders to our scrumptious Prime Rib you can always find something to delight your taste buds.
LATHROP Mikasa Japanese Bistro
15138 Harlan Rd., (209) 858-1818. Beer and wine. Open for lunch and dinner. $$$
Serving authentic and modern Japanese cuisine, come enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of this casual dining room, or grab a seat at the sushi bar and have some fun with their professional and creative sushi chef. To enhance your experience, you’re invited to explore their list of premium sakes. Mikasa offers outstanding sushi, sashimi, tempura, noodles, and teriyaki, as well as traditional Japanese sukiyaki and yosenabe. The most popular dishes are the Hawaiian tuna poki, tako kimchee, hamachi jalapeno, tuna ceviche, Mikasa steam sole, ginger beef tenderloin, Golden Gate roll, and Mikasa roll. Kampei!
LOCKEFORD Joe’s of Italy
18700 N. Hwy 88, (209) 727-5841, www.joesofitaly.com. Full bar. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. $$
Joe’s of Italy’s cuisine has been a wellknown establishment in the Central Valley for over 75 years. Their comfort Italian food has been refined to perfection and is a joy to experience, as well as reasonably priced. Located in the middle of Wine Country, Joe’s has some of the most authentic Italian cuisine anywhere in the area. Try linguine and clams, stuffed raviolis, gnocchi, or canneloni—not to be missed.
LODI Califas Café & Bistro
480 S. Cherokee Ln., Suite E, (209) 367-9866, www.califascafebistro.com Beer and wine. Open for lunch and dinner. $$
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If you love fresh California flavors, then you’ll love Califas. Owners Aracely Camberos and Chef Julio Camberos have created a menu that combines all the great local ingredients that San Joaquin residents crave, artfully infused with ethnic flavors and a traditional European cooking style. The result is a menu that’s fresh, original, and delicious. Become a member of the “Bistro Club” and get special VIP deals throughout the week. Also keep an eye out for their wonderful dinners and special events. Casa Mexicana
1110 W. Kettleman Lane, Suite 1, (209) 368-2272. Full Bar. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. $$
With their cozy diner booths and their rich red interior, Casa Mexicana is a great place to hunker down and enjoy some authentic, inexpensive, and delicious Mexican food in a homey and relaxed setting. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Casa Mexicana makes warm, homemade tortillas and other homecooked dishes that will leave you satisfied and happy. Grab a margarita from their
full bar if you’re feeling frisky, or join the crew on Saturday nights as Casa Mexicana hosts a dance party featuring a live DJ. As long as you enjoy tasty fresh Mexican food, this fun and versatile restaurant and bar is a great place to visit day or night. Crush Kitchen & Bar
115 S. School St., (209) 369-5400, www.crushkitchen.com Full bar. Open for lunch and dinner. $$
This chic establishment is becoming a fast favorite in Lodi and all over San Joaquin. Crush Kitchen & Bar utilizes the freshest ingredients to make dishes that showcase the wonderful flavors of California’s local agriculture. Their homemade pastas and sauces are paired with local wines, and the well conceived menu has a variety of options that include Italian, American, and Mediterranean dishes, infused with the original gourmet vision of Crush’s talented chefs. Located on School Street, this place is the perfect way to end a day of shopping in Lodi by enjoying a delicious cocktail at their stylish bar, and don’t forget to try their unusual yet addictive white truffle salt and cayenne pepper popcorn while sipping your martini. Habañero Hots
1024 Victor Rd., (209) 369-3791, www.habanerohots.com Full bar. Open for lunch and dinner. $$
Not only does this Mexican restaurant offer steaming fajitas and cheesy nachos, but they serve up hot peppers, too. Those willing to eat a habañero chili pepper can win their way into the Habañero Hots “Hall of Flame.” This is no bell pepper, either; the habañero is rated between 100,000 and 350,000 on the Scoville scale, developed to rank spiciness, compared to a mere 5,000 for a basic jalapeño. If you’re successful in the “Eat the Heat” contest, you are rewarded with a complimentary T-shirt and your photo on the wall. Hey, you can always wash it down with one of their one hundred seventy-five selections of tequila. Haru Sushi Bar
550-H South Cherokee Lane, (209) 334-9988 Beer and wine. Open for lunch and dinner. $$
Haru Sushi Bar boasts an extensive menu including a wonderful array of original sushi rolls, not to mention their colorful sushi boats, bento boxes, nigiri and sashimi, this sushi bar has something for everyone. Taking pride in their artistry, their Asian influenced décor and beautiful plate presentation is pleasing to both sushi fanatics and first-timers. Locals can also come to Haru Sushi Bar to enjoy their happy hour specials and their tasty selection of beer, wine, and sake. This family owned business is committed to quality and customer satisfaction so diners can expect a great meal each time they return. Hollywood Family Café
315 S. Cherokee Ln., (209) 369-4065 Beer and wine. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. $
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Whether you missed out on the fifties, or just miss them in general, flashback to the age of Elvis, June Cleaver, and the Big Bopper with a visit to the Hollywood Family Café. Complete with a juke box and plastic upholstered booths, this all-American diner has a menu of classic items like juicy cheeseburgers, thick milkshakes, pancakes, and much more. No matter what meal you’re stopping by for, the chipper atmosphere, friendly service, and great food makes this family-friendly joint a fun alternative for dining out. Lodi Beer Company
105 S. School St., (209) 368-9931, www.lodibeercompany.com Full bar. Open for lunch and dinner. $$
Whether you’re looking for a place to meet for your next business lunch, to grab a bite with friends or your kids after work, or to dine with a party of one hundred, the Lodi Beer Company welcomes you. The beautiful slate floors, iron work, and copper accents create an inviting atmosphere, and with up to fourteen beers on tap and menu items ranging from deep-fried macaroni and cheese to a twenty-two ounce rib eye steak to grilled mahi-mahi, everyone is sure to leave happy and full. Lodi Feed and Fuel
27 W. Elm St., (209) 365-1043 Full bar. Open for lunch, dinner, and Sunday brunch. $$-$$$$
Come dressed up or down; Lodi Feed and Fuel welcomes all for a fun, fine dining experience. With classic and contemporary movie memorabilia adorning the restaurant’s walls (think John Wayne juxtaposed with Jack Sparrow), and its prime location across the street from the movie theater, this is a perfect choice for a dinner-anda-movie date. Thursdays are great days to try out the bar—from 4 to 7 p.m. enjoy discounted drinks and appetizers and a live comedy show every other week. If you are in the mood for an adventurous drink, be sure to try the Grapefruit Cosmopolitan made from freshly squeezed grapefruit juice or the Wasabi Bloody Mary. OZ Sushi & Grill
2414 W. Kettleman Lane, Ste. 206, (209) 334-9800, Beer and wine. Open for lunch and dinner. $$
Family owned and operated, this contemporary sushi restaurant and bar offers a unique menu with over thirty special rolls to choose from, along with the option to create your own. With names like The Pink Lady and the Vogue Roll, diners are sure to enjoy exploring the creatively crafted and deliciously fresh fare offered here. OZ Sushi & Grill also boasts chic, modern décor to complement any get-together, whether it’s a casual meal or a special occasion.
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Pietro’s Trattoria
317 E. Kettleman Lane, (209) 368-0613, www.pietroslodi.com Beer and wine. Lunch and dinner. $$
Charmingly designed and warmly staffed, Pietro’s restaurant is a family-owned establishment that’s clearly well loved. Pietro’s serves up huge portions of traditional Italian fare, and the restaurant is designed to give the impression that diners are sitting in the middle of a tiny, rustic Italian village. Try the rich and garlicky penne aglio pasta with mushrooms, spinach, and crushed red peppers, the hearty individual pizzas, the chicken parmigiana, or the lemony veal piccata with capers. Family-friendly, and banquets up to 125 people. Rosewood Bar and Grill 28 S. School St., (209) 369-0470, www.rosewoodbarandgrill.com Full bar. Open for dinner. $$-$$$
A favorite among guests that enjoy fine dining, Rosewood Bar and Grill is an upbeat and sophisticated setting with its rich wood and black and white tile floor, yet it remains family friendly. With an exceptional menu, Rosewood offers Monday night prix fixe—French for “fixed price”— dining specials, letting patrons order a complete meal for about half the price of a la carte. Rosewood Bar and Grill also boasts a wine list that is out of this world. School Street Bistro
116 N. School St., (209) 333-3950, www.schoolstbistro.com Beer and wine. Open for lunch and dinner. $$-$$$
At this quaint European-style bistro, everything is made from scratch daily, as well as all the sauces and salad dressings accompanying their regional American cuisine. Specialties include upscale comfort foods like bacon wrapped meatloaf and smoked gouda macaroni and cheese, in addition to delicious steaks and fresh seafood. The bistro features domestic and imported beers and an extensive wine list of over one hundred local and imported wines. This is a popular destination for both casual dining and the occasional wine tasting events hosted by the restaurant, so reservations are highly recommended. Wine and Roses
2505 W. Turner Rd., (209) 334-6988, www.winerose.com Full bar. Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and Sunday brunch. $$$-$$$$
With its seasonally-based menu and gourmet preparation, the Wine and Roses restaurant boasts a charming venue with exceptional service. The kitchen uses fresh, local ingredients to create tantalizing examples of California cuisine. Guests are spoiled with beautiful views of the garden, or a romantic evening dining by the large fireplace. Sit alongside the
piano while enjoying an after dinner cocktail and, as an additional bonus, stay overnight at the charming and beautiful Wine and Roses Inn and make a weekend out of it.
MANTECA De Vega Brothers
515 N. Main St., (209) 823-0947, www.devegabrothers.com. Beer and wine. Open for lunch and dinner. $-$$$$
De Vega Brothers has risen from its humble beginnings in a converted A&W stand in Manteca to one of the Valley’s premier Italian restaurants, with expanded locations in both Manteca and Stockton. The Manteca site boasts hand-painted murals of Roman ruins and rustic Italian vistas, while Stockton prides itself on creating an atmosphere of urban elegance with patio dining and live piano music. Both restaurants are known for their generous portions and delicious lamb chops, cioppino, chicken and veal scaloppini, steak, and seafood, as well as their gourmet pastas and sauces. Finley’s Bar and Grill
10477 S. Airport Way, (209) 983-9493. Full bar. Open for lunch, dinner, and Sunday brunch during the winter season. $$-$$$$
Finley’s is full of pleasant surprises, the first being the truly romantic restaurant that lies within this nondescript building. While soft candlelight flickers at the center of your elegantly set table, you can relax and share a bottle of locallymade wine and, if you’re brave enough, kick off your dinner by sharing an appetizer of sautéed or deep-fried frog legs. This succulent dish is sweeter tasting than chicken, and quite appetizing. After indulging your adventurous side, spring into dinner with the savory house specialty, smoked prime rib. Feeling romantic enough to propose? Finley’s also caters small, intimate weddings in their spacious garden.
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Isadore’s Restaurant
680 N. Main St., (209) 825-4300, www.isadores.com Full bar. Open for lunch and dinner. $$$-$$$$
Isadore’s is anything but humble: the kitchen is out-of-this-world, and they know it. In fact, if you happen to inquire, they’ll gladly tell you which items on the menu you’re sure to fall in love with. Locals swear by the quality of the seafood and madeto-order pasta selections. Though there’s no official children’s menu, the kitchen will gladly whip up a pint-sized meal for your munchkins, as well as accommodate any other special requests. Finally, don’t be shy—order the Sex in a Pan for dessert. Sweet, ripe banana slices and
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This Manteca hot spot rose up out of the ashes of the El Rey Theatre, which ironically burned down after its final showing of The Towering Inferno. Big, bulky sandwiches, like the Southwest-style BBQ Pork Masterpiece make this a great lunch destination, but live music Friday and Saturday nights and the largest bar in the Valley (complete with twelve house-made beers on tap) draw crowds at dinnertime and in the later hours, too. The whole family will enjoy the food as much as the fun murals and collections of local antiques on display.
STOCKTON 1563 E. Fremont St., (209) 948-6609, www.angelinas.com Full bar. Open for lunch and dinner. $$-$$$
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HOOK & HORNS CATERING CO. Local chef Lisa Freeman is known for her stick-to-yourribs, meat and potatoes type of dishes. She’s been a chef for NASCAR, served as a member on the Ducks Unlimited Culinary Council, and has worked at numerous prestigious restaurants in Northern California. Lisa’s sister Jamie Freeman is also a success in the industry as a career restaurateur, and a caterer for Livermore’s Wente Vineyards for two years. Together, the sisters are known for their food truck, the Grateful Gypsy Bistro, but have another new venture with their Hook & Horns Catering Company. Since opening the Grateful Gypsy Bistro, Lisa has done several media tours demonstrating wild game cookery, and also presents a Wild Game & Wine Pairing seminar each year at the Safari Club International Convention. Both Lisa and Jamie grew up with an appreciation of the great outdoors as their family owned a farm and often took them on hunting, fishing, and camping trips. Chef Lisa is adept at utilizing wild game in her dishes, and has even co-authored a cookbook for Ducks Unlimited and specializes in what she calls “wild game cooking and urban cowboy cuisine.” Hook & Horns Catering Co. offers dishes like Jack Daniels marinated duck, and peppercorn crusted venison with sage cream sauce. Their rich and savory menu brings rustic flavor to fine dining. —K.B. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Hook & Horns Catering Co., Linden (209) 604-3912, cheflisafreeman.com
Angelina’s is a true family restaurant: owned by four family members, named after another, and welcoming to all of yours. For thirty-one years, their hearty homemade pastas, raviolis, and traditional sauces have been bringing families together just like a meal at Grandma’s house. Consider inviting all your relatives to dine together in Angelina’s comfortable and cozy banquet room the next time you are hosting a family get-together. Angelina’s isn’t fussy—just simple, classic, and great tasting. Arroyo’s Café
2381 W. March Ln., (209) 472-1661, www.arroyoscafe.com Full bar. Open for lunch and dinner. $
When Guadalupe and Jesus Arroyo moved here in the early 1940s, they immediately began sharing their passion for food with friends and family by opening their first restaurant. Sixty years later, their son Mario continues the tradition and commitment to excellence at Arroyo’s Café. Located on the water, one can enjoy fresh, homemade tortillas, enchiladas, carne asada, and other Mexican favorites. Friday and Saturday nights the restaurant hosts live Mariachi music, and the bar hosts Happy Hour from 4 to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday. Ave on the Mile
2333 Pacific Ave., (209) 462-5AVE, www.aveonthemile.com Full bar. Open for lunch, dinner, and Sunday brunch. $$
Commonly described as “chic” and “upscale,” Ave on the Mile takes finger foods to a whole new level. Come have a seat in the swanky, comfortable lounge and prepare to enjoy decadent appetizers and desserts while sipping on top shelf cocktails from their fully stocked bar. Celebrating a night out on the town? Ave offers bottle service for those who want to enjoy a night of VIP treatment. Or simply come to relax and enjoy the top-notch hospitality that makes Ave special. Breadfruit Tree Restaurant
8095 Rio Blanco Rd., (209) 952-7361, www.breadfruittree.com
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In the mood for something different? Relax on the Delta and enjoy the flavors and rhythms of the Caribbean Islands at Breadfruit Tree. The restaurant serves food from many of the tropical islands, and prides itself on its Peleau—a rice stir-fry with fresh veggies and seafood, seasoned with a myriad of delightful spices. Complete your meal with a Jamaican beer or housemade, Caribbean-style drink. While eating, admire the hand-painted murals depicting waterfalls and island life. The owners proudly claim, “As they say in the Caribbean, ‘we cook food with love.’” Breadfruit Tree is open for catering year-round, and restaurant dining February to November. Bud’s Seafood Grille
314 Lincoln Center, (209) 956-0270, www.budsseafood.com Full bar. Open for lunch and dinner. $$-$$$
Everyone is welcome at Bud’s Seafood Grille. Friendly service, hearty portions, and a range of fish, seafood, pasta, steak, and poultry entrees make Bud’s a great choice for a business lunch, family dinner, or night out for two. Every meal begins with a bottomless basket of fresh sourdough bread, so be careful not to fill up before the rest arrives. The new leafy outdoor patio seats thirty, and is the perfect spot to take a break from shopping in Lincoln Center and enjoy a leisurely lunch or even just a drink with a friend. Casa Flores Marina
3201 W. Ben Holt Drive, (209) 451-1116, www.casafloresmarina.com Full bar. Open for lunch and dinner. $$
Casa Flores Marina has everything that a lover of Mexican food could want, from the fresh and tasty chips and salsa they bring over when you sit down, to the hot and sizzling fajita skillets, accompanied with hearty portions of warm tortillas, rice, sour cream, and fresh guacamole. But aside from the delectable food, Casa Flores Marina hosts great events including their tequila tasting on every third Thursday of the month. Guests can try their impressive tequila collection paired with an appetizer and shaken into a delicious cocktail. Their outdoor seating is a great place to enjoy a marina margarita, or stay indoors for a romantic meal in the soft lit dining room. Centrale Kitchen and Bar
1825 Pacific Ave., Ste. 2, (209) 939-1825. Full bar. Open for lunch and dinner. $$
Bringing a new look and feel to Stockton, Centrale Kitchen and Bar will give you the feeling of an upscale bistro in any big city around the world, with its authentic brick walls and dark, walnut wood floors. The menu features traditional American comfort food with a strong focus on fresh and unique ingredients. As with the dinner menu, the wine selection will change by season, and you will find many extraordinary bottles that you won’t find anywhere else in the region. With a full bar, Centrale is also bringing back the quality cocktail by using all fresh juices and house-made mixes. Centrale Kitchen and Bar is located on the south end of the Miracle Mile.Outdoor dining available. Chitiva’s Salsa and Sports Bar and Grill
445 W. Weber Ave., (209) 941-8605, www.chitiva.net Full bar. Open for lunch and dinner. $-$$
Chitiva’s serves up authentic Mexican food, tasty tropical drinks, and a giant side of fun six nights a week. Saturday nights after 9 p.m., the fajitas and enchiladas play second fiddle to the DJs and live bands on center stage—the Salsa is still hot, but now it’s a dance, not a culinary dip. If all this has you craving a cool Delta breeze, look no further than the restaurant’s www.sanjoaquinmagazine.com
The Big Green Egg is the winning play at any tailgate gathering.
outdoor dining overlooking the water or one of their popular Salsa cruises (summer months through October). So go find your dancing shoes, sip a cool mojito, and have some fun. Cocoro Japanese Bistro
2105 Pacific Ave., (209) 941-6053 Beer and wine. Open for lunch and dinner. $$-$$$
Cocoro is the “it” place to go for sushi in Stockton. Its streamlined, contemporary Japanese décor and intimate seating arrangements give it a sophisticated atmosphere, and its artful sushi creations made with fish delivered fresh daily from the Bay Area keep patrons coming back for more. At the sushi counter, you can watch talented chefs roll and wrap beautiful bites right before your eyes. The restaurant’s signature sushi—the Coco Roll—consists of a tempura prawn wrapped up with avocado and topped with eel, spicy tuna, teriyaki sauce, and special house dressing, all garnished with a walnut. For the less adventurous eater, Cocoro offers the traditional range of tempura, teriyaki, and noodle dishes.
The Big Green Egg® is a piece of outdoor cooking genius that grills, smokes and bakes at exact temperatures that will remain consistent for hours. Using natural lump charcoal, you can grill at 750 degrees for steakhouse searing, or smoke lowand-slow for pit barbecue-tender meats. Seafood, vegetables, pizza or dessert...no matter what you cook, the The Big Green Egg® makes it effortless.
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The Creamery
5756 Pacific Ave., Robinhood Plaza (209) 925-1111. No alcohol served. Open for breakfast (on weekends), lunch, and dinner. $-$$
The Creamery Restaurant is a classic American grill that has been a Stockton landmark since 1985. Great for large parties or a family meal, it is also the perfect spot for hungry shoppers. Enjoy gourmet sandwiches, huge hamburgers, garden fresh salads, pasta dishes, homestyle dinners, and an amazing dessert selection seven days a week, with breakfast served on the weekends. Whether you’re in the neighborhood or just hungry for great food, The Creamery Restaurant will be sure to please. Dante’s California-Style Pizza
9305 Thornton Rd., (209) 474-0221. Beer and wine. Open for lunch and dinner. $-$$
Nestled in the Thornton Plaza shopping center, Dante’s puts a sunny California spin on the standard pepperoni and cheese creation. In fact, most of their pizzas don’t even come with pepperoni or mozzarella. The name of the restaurant says it all—this is not your authentic Italian pizzeria, so be prepared for specialty pizzas with experimental combinations of unique and exotic toppings. Dante’s offers fourteen different pizzas made with fresh meats and produce, gourmet cheeses, and colorful sauces (the pesto is fantastic). Like any pizza joint worth their sauce, take-out and delivery options are also available.
Beyond Pots and Pans “Dedicated to all things baking” Visit our NEW Warehouse Store Opening in Mid October 900 N. Shaw Rd Beyond Pots and Pans (209) 952-1966 • www.beyondpotsandpans.com
Dave Wong’s Chinese Cuisine 2828 W. March Ln., (209) 951-4152 Full bar. Open for lunch and dinner. $-$$
You may already have a favorite Chinese restaurant— everybody does—but if you are in the mood to venture away from habit, try Dave Wong’s. This longtime Stockton favorite serves up a pleasant combination of Chinese, Cantonese, and Szechwan eats. The broccoli beef, lemon chicken, and fried rice are hands-down favorites. The menu has many traditional dishes, alongside appetizing treats like wok-charred green beans. The muted walls and intimate (yet expandable) quiet candlelit dining chambers reiterate the fact that Dave Wong’s is not your typical Chinese restaurant. David’s New York Style Pizza
1744 W. Hammer Lane, (209) 477-2677 900 W. Benjamin Holt Dr., (209) 957-2850 , Beer & wine. Open for lunch & dinner.$-$$
Toppings, cheese, and dough that’s prepared fresh daily may be three of the reasons this Stockton staple has had such success that they’ve recently opened a second location in Lincoln Center. Or maybe it’s all the choices
Monogram Magic
It’s all about the swagger... stand out in the crowd with a school jacket that represents not only your school but illustrates YOU, as well. Monogram Magic continues to be the leader in new and lasting impressions with the designs and layouts they create to represent each and every unique person. With over 20 years experience behind Team magic you will be amazed at what you can create once you become a part of Team Magic. 134 W. Yosemite Avenue, Manteca (209) 823-2166 • www.monogrammagic.com
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El Rancho Inn Steak and Lobster House
2819 W. March Lane, Ste. A1, (209) 957-3839, www.devegabrothers.com Beer and wine. Open for lunch and dinner. $-$$$$
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We here at San Joaquin magazine don’t like to toot our own horn, but we’re proud to announce that Mikasa Japanese Bistro in Lathrop has named one of their famous sushi rolls after us! The SJM Roll is a sight to be seen: Tempura shrimp and spicy tuna inside, topped with seared Ahi tuna with sesame seeds, green onion, tobiko, and, in the spirit of San Joaquin, a steeple of deep-fried asparagus spears. Finished with unagi sauce, spicy mayo, and ponzu sauce, this flavorful roll has a kick and is as beautiful as it is delicious. In celebration of the magazine, Mikasa will be offering our loyal readers the chance to enjoy the SJM Roll for only $8 (originally priced at $13.95). This deal is only valid the second week of the month, October 10-16, so be sure to stop in and try it out. —Katy Berry
IF YOU GO: Mikasa Japanese Bistro, 15138 Harlan Rd., Lathrop (209) 858-1818, mikasasushilathrop.com
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De Vega Brothers has risen from its humble beginnings in a converted A&W stand in Manteca to one of the Valley’s premier Italian restaurants, with expanded locations in both Manteca and Stockton. The Manteca site boasts hand-painted murals of Roman ruins and rustic Italian vistas, while Stockton prides itself on creating an atmosphere of urban elegance with patio dining and live piano music. Both restaurants are known for their generous portions and delicious lamb chops, cioppino, chicken and veal scaloppini, steak, and seafood, as well as their gourmet pastas and sauces. De Vinci’s
4555 N. Pershing Ave., (209) 957-2750 No alcohol served. Open for lunch and dinner. $
Old-world Italian eats rule here, where the foccacia and ravioli are homemade. Red and white checkered tablecloths and an Italian-inspired mural lend distinct charm to this half deli, half restaurant which serves up spectacular sandwiches, rice torta, and pesto. The food may be delicious, but don’t bring a hungry crowd and expect to find a table big enough—this place is best for take-out and catering. Instead, grab a bag of goodies to go and head over to nearby Victoria Park for a picnic with panache. A downtown Tracy location was recently opened. Delights Waterfront Coffee Bar and Deli
445 W. Weber Ave., Ste. 126, (209) 462-3401 Beer and Wine. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. $
Delights Waterfront Coffee Bar and Deli is appropriately named, serving up some of the best casual favorites this side of the Delta. With its premium coffee bar, morning starters, salads made to order with the freshest local produce, and the popular tri-tip sandwich that’s grilled daily on the patio, you can’t escape the quiet, peaceful nostalgia that Delights has to offer. Located right on the water in the historic Waterfront Warehouse building, Delights is a visual treat. While they don’t accept reservations, you’ll soon find that it’s not necessary. This restaurant is a relaxed hangout for anybody, from businessmen to students from local colleges and schools.
300 Lincoln Center, (209) 451-3654, www.domostockton.com Full bar. Open for lunch and dinner. $$
Whether you enjoy sushi, seafood, or steak, Domo has a menu with choices to satisfy any appetite. Their sushi is rolled fresh, with innovative flavors and ingredients. Or grab a seat for something sizzling at their Teppan Yaki grills, where chicken, beef, even lobster can be prepared right at your table. Domo is a great place to have fun with friends or family. Don’t forget to have a sip of one of their delicious sakes or try another creative cocktail at their full bar.
1457 E. Mariposa Rd., (209) 467-1529 Full bar. Open for lunch and dinner. $$$-$$$$
Celebrating seventy years in business, El Rancho Inn has been charming customers with its superior service and delectable dishes. Although most drive by without giving this establishment a second glance, it’s well worth your time to stop in for a meal. The steak, lobster, and homemade soups are excellent, but be sure to look up from your plate and take in the surroundings. From the cattle brands on the walls to the regulars relaxing at their favorite tables, this country inn is sure to bring a smile to your face as well as warmth to your belly. Flips Burgers
2503 Waterloo Rd., (209) 943-5477, www.flipsburger.blogspot.com Open for lunch and dinner. $
This place is what some people might call a diamond in the rough. It’s small and quaint, but packs a punch with their awesome menu of decadent fried favorites. Come in for a big juicy burger since they have over fifteen options including the ever-popular Mad Cow Burger, which includes toppings like a fried egg and fried jalapenos. They also have several choices of hot dogs, a plethora of fresh ingredients to pile atop, and a separate section on the menu that’s devoted to their deep-fryer, where you can order such delicacies as the fried twinkie, fried oreo, fried pickles, or fried zucchini. If you love true-blue American food, then discover this hidden gem in Stockton and you’ll be hooked. The Fruit Bowl
8767 E. Waterloo Rd. (209) 931-1196, www.thefruitbowl.com Open for breakfast and lunch. $.
Since 1947 the Luchettis have been selling delicious, fresh fruit from their ranch. After years of passersby stopping in for their ripe peaches and cherries, today the Luchettis sell more than just fresh fruit. Stop in for homemade preserves or their famous fruit or cream pies. They also offer fresh baked bread, pastries, cookies, muffins and imported Italian coffee. If you’re more than just passing through, have a seat and enjoy their gelato made in-house using their own home grown produce. Let them make you a warm panini sandwich or try their best seller, Ina Luchetti’s original Zucchinni Torta. If you want homemade food that’s as fresh as it gets, The Fruit Bowl is a little piece of country heaven. OCTOBER 2011
Shop THE MIRACLE MILE Garlic Brothers
6629 Embarcadero Dr., (209) 474-6585, www.garlic-brothers.com Full bar. Open for lunch and dinner. $$
Ironically, Garlic Brothers is a spectacular spot for a date, even though the kitchen is known to go heavy on the—you guessed it—garlic. Fun and lively, this restaurant sits right on the water’s edge and boasts delicious garlicky pizzas, pastas, and seafood. Contrary to popular belief, however, anything on the menu can be whipped up without the brothers’ favorite ingredient. Before you leave, roll up your sleeves and dig into a serving of Justy’s Cake—vanilla ice cream on a cookie crust topped with toffee and glazed with caramel and chocolate. Gian’s Delicatessen
2112 Pacific Ave., (209) 469-0108 Open for lunch. $
Nobody does sandwiches quite like Gian’s, and that’s why locals flock to this long-time neighborhood gem for a lunch that makes you say Mmm! Try their coppa and prosciutto, flown in from where else but Parma, Italy, the food capital of the world. Or have some of their homemade Italian dishes like their famously delectable ravioli. It won’t be long before you become a regular at this must-visit Italian eatery. La Palma Mexican Cuisine 2301 Pacific Ave., (209) 941-4179, www.lapalmaonthemile.com. Full bar. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. $$
Open since December of 2009, La Palma has quickly become a favorite in Stockton for delicious Mexican cuisine. Come for their fish tacos, sizzling fajitas, and shrimp green enchiladas, all of which are included on their list of specialty dishes. Open at 10 a.m., La Palma also serves hearty breakfast dishes like eggs with chorizo, huevos rancheros, and chillaquilles. Enjoy a cocktail at their full service bar, or one of their decadent desserts like the ChimiPalmas. Their festive yet tasteful décor and friendly service add to the pleasant atmosphere of this Stockton hotspot. Le Bistro
3121 W. Benjamin Holt Dr., (209) 9510885, www.lebistrostockton.com Full bar. Open for dinner. $$$$
This award-winning restaurant is Stockton’s only four-star dining experience. Whether eating lunch or dinner, Le Bistro offers a menu of French Continental cuisine beautifully presented in a stylish and sophisticated setting. This is a luxurious affair, where servers wear tuxedos and the ever-evolving wine list is like no other. The quiet elegance extends to the outdoor www.sanjoaquinmagazine.com
patio as well as four banquet rooms that can accommodate up to two hundred guests. If you are in the mood for an upscale treat, this is the place to go. Check the website for current information about live bands playing in the restaurant’s show room this fall. Masa Contemporary Japanese Lounge
2819 W. March Lane, (209) 473-1255 Wine and beer. Open for lunch and dinner. $$
With their modern yet welcoming décor, fresh selection of sashimi, and friendly service, Masa is a major contender on the Stockton sushi scene. Their diverse selection of handmade sushi rolls includes fast favorites like the Masa roll which includes onion, tuna, avocado, and asparagus. Their unique creations are only paralleled by their elegant presentation. If your date isn’t a big sushi fan, there are plenty of other great menu items like the teriyaki chicken or beef udon on the menu, just to name a couple.
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Mezzo
3499 Brookside Rd., Suite A, (209) 473-7300 Full bar. Open for lunch and dinner. $$
This wonderful Italian restaurant is dialed in to what local foodies are looking for. The hand-painted artwork on the walls helps create their elegant yet fun ambiance, and the friendly staff is happy to make your dining experience special. However, where Mezzo really hits the mark is with their use of fresh and local produce that travels from the farm to your plate, making their scrumptious dishes taste even fresher. Their passion for cooking authentic Italian meals doesn’t stop there, as their pasta is also homemade, proving that Mezzo has the passion that all true food lovers will come back to taste time and time again. Michael’s New York Style Pizza
2300 W Alpine Ave., Ste. A, (209) 462-6668 Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. $-$$
Once simply one of the best pizza joints in Stockton, Michael’s has grown to add a café, deli, and now a full breakfast menu. The pizzas (13 combinations or make your own) draw you in but choices for everyone keep the community coming back as a whole. Michael’s also boasts a party room for up to 40 guests and has long been a favorite for sports teams and birthday parties. Dive into a hearty meat pizza or give Michael’s newest creation, the whole wheat crust, a try.
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For those who’ve always wanted to visit the French quarter in New Orleans, now they can have all the southern charm and delicious flavors of Louisiana at Midtown Creperie. With a fantastic menu of both savory and sweet crepes, along with salads, sandwiches, and scrumptious breakfast items like omelets and beignets, this fantastic addition to the Miracle Mile is the perfect place to put a little south in your mouth.
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Moo Moo’s Burger Barn
10940 Trinity Parkway, (209) 957-9450 222 N. El Dorado St., (209) 469-9450, www.moo-moos.com. No alcohol served. Open for lunch and dinner. $
Playing off the name of the restaurant, Moo Moo’s is decorated with handpainted murals of a large barn and open pastures, but the atmosphere is more reminiscent of a ‘50s diner than a drive through the countryside. Authentic burgers, shakes, onion rings, and fries are served in addition to less greasy sandwiches, salads, veggie burgers, and sweet potato fries. This is a great place to come with small children for a fun, tasty, and affordable meal. Moo Moo’s ensures that, like happy cows, happy diners come from California.
Outback Steakhouse
1243 W. March Lane., (209) 954-9615, www.outbacksteakhouse.com Full bar. Open for lunch and dinner. $$
For a perfect steak every time, Outback Steakhouse is always number one. Their hearty menu includes ribeye, NY strip steak, Prime Rib, and their Outback Special, a signature sirloin seasoned to perfection. Steak dishes come with options like adding a delicious blue cheese or horseradish crumb crust, or their Lobster and Mushroom topping. If you’re not into red meat, Outback accommodates you with plenty of delicious chicken and fish dishes like their Shrimp En Fuego Fettuccini or their King Crab. Plus they have great salads, sides, soups, and appetizers like
their famous Bloomin’ Onion. Papapavlo’s Bistro and Bar
501 N. Lincoln Center, (209) 477-6133, www.papapavlos.com. Full bar. Open for lunch and dinner. $$-$$$
Papapavlo’s Bistro and Bar is considered by many to be one of Northern California’s most unique fine dining establishments located in Stockton’s Lincoln Center. They offer you the finest and freshest in gourmet cuisine and their fabulous menu includes a large variety of continental dishes. The main dining room has a unique design with a showcase kitchen and bar in warm, classy decor.You’ll find the three outdoor dining patios a perfect place to relax during lunch or dinner. Papapavlo’s OCTOBER 2011
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offers four private banquet rooms accommodating groups as intimate as 12 to as large as 100 guests. Papapavlo’s also specializes in off-premises dining with their outstanding catering services. Peking Restaurant
7555 Pacific Ave., (209) 957-0617, www.pekingstockton.com Beer and wine. Open for lunch and dinner. $$
Peking has all the Chinese dishes that your family already knows and loves, like seasoned mushu pork, crispy pan pacific won tons, and hot and sour soup. But they also have some new classics that you’re bound to discover, just ask your server for their fresh specials, or try what locals have already deemed an instant classic like their www.sanjoaquinmagazine.com
delicious crispy House Chicken. The dishes at Peking are never bland, but are always served hot, with flavorful sauces that add a kick to your typical Chinese menu. Perfect for lunch or dinner, Peking is a great place to eat with family, colleagues, and friends all year round. Shirasoni Japanese Restaurant 3249 West Hammer Lane, (209) 473-2525, www.shirasoni.com Beer and wine. Open for lunch and dinner. $$
Shirasoni is a triple threat, operating as a steakhouse, sushi bar, and teppanyaki restaurant all in one. Hungry guests can choose to sit at the sushi bar or in their large dining room where talented chefs prepare your dish while putting on an
authentic teppanyaki dinner show. Watch as professionals perform tricks, flipping their utensils and chopping your sizzling veggies right in front of your eyes. Enjoy a juicy steak or try one of their more traditional Japanese dishes. If you’re just stopping for a quick bite, have a seat at their intimate sushi bar for a taste of their fresh sushi or sashimi. Try one of their unique creations, like their Firecracker Roll, for a spicy surprise. Stockton Joe’s
236 Lincoln Center, (209) 951-2980, www.stocktonjoes.com Full bar. Open for lunch and dinner. $$-$$$
Featuring Italian/American Cuisine in the San Francisco tradition, this is the place to go for a delicious meal in a
casual and relaxed atmosphere. Entrees include charbroiled steaks, fresh seafood, veal, chicken, and pasta dishes, including several heart-healthy options. Stockton Joe's frequently plays host to a variety of musicians who entertain guests in the comfortable lounge. Wine tasting evenings and specials are offered by local wineries featured each month. Joe's also caters all over the county, and is the exclusive caterer for the Commercial Exchange Banquet Hall and the Commander's House. With exhibition cooking, an award-winning lounge, and a large and attractive banquet room, Stockton Joe's is a local feature not to be missed.
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The Valley Brewing Company is a fun place to bring the whole family for dinner: homemade beers, classic pub fare, live bands all year round, and unique sports memorabilia keep everybody happy. The Brewing Company keeps fourteen beers on tap at all times, from a pale wheat, to an IPA, to the house favorite Black Cat Stout, and apricot and berry fruit beers. Check the website for up to the minute information about when the fun’s happening. Waterloo
10447 E. Waterloo Rd., (209) 931-4019, www.thewaterloo.com Full bar. Open for lunch and dinner. $-$$
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HARD PEAR CIDER For many, cider is a staple of autumn and winter; it’s the perfect drink for toasting to the falling leaves and the end of summer heat waves. Those who want to enjoy a unique twist on this classic drink should visit The Dancing Fox Winery, Bakery & Eatery this October for their Woodchuck Hard Pear Cider on tap. “It’s definitely a very versatile drink,” says Dancing Fox owner Coleen Lewis. “It does have the taste of pear and is slightly fermented. To me, it tastes a little more like sparkling wine than beer. A lot of people like it, it appeals to beer drinkers but it appeals to people who like sangria and sparkling wine too.” Those who stop in for a glass are recommended to pair it with a pear tart or a pork dish. This light and refreshing drink is the perfect way to celebrate the oncoming holiday season. —K.B.
At this fun restaurant, they really know how to mix it up on the grill. One of their signature dishes is the savory barbecued ribs, served as an appetizer or an entrée. The ribs, which are best paired with Bette’s world-famous pesto, are tender to the point of melting away in your mouth. It is likely visitors will find this restaurant bustling when they visit, so during peak hours, be prepared for a lengthy wait. If that doesn’t suit you, they also offer their entire menu for takeout orders, and they even offer catering. Yasoo Yani
326 E. Main St., (209) 464-3108 Full bar. Open for lunch and dinner. $-$$
This downtown restaurant, open since 1975, is a classic eatery where the food is as eclectic as the diners. Mothers with their toddlers settle in next to prominent businessmen in ties for everything from a sturdy American burger to Greek souvlaki. Don’t be intimidated by the Greek side of the menu or the local luminaries—souvlaki is simply the Grecian version of shish kebab, served on pita bread, and at Yasoo Yani, everyone gets the same fine family service. Don’t even get us started on the honey-drenched baklava for dessert.
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15 E. 6th St., (209) 839-2333, www.magellansworldcuisine.com Full bar. Open for lunch and dinner. $$$-$$$$
Magellan’s Restaurant, named after owner and Executive Chef Thomas Magellan, is much like the small, intimate restaurants found in San Francisco. Featuring American Continental cuisine, the menu choices range from duck salad to their salmon burger to the ever popular, delectable filet mignon. The menu changes seasonally and the high level of noise found in some restaurants is not to be found here. If you are looking for a good traditional meal with peaceful ambiance, seafood specials, and a martini bar to put others to shame, then Magellan’s is the place.
customers. Regulars rave about the Thai Chicken Salad and Salad Kai, but if you are in the mood for something a little heavier, go ahead and try the Koa Paad—deep-fried rice served with your choice of meats.The colorful Thai decorations set the mood for a fun and flavorful meal where everyone is welcome. Tracy Thai
1035 Central Ave., (209) 833-9703 Beer and wine. Open for lunch and dinner. $-$$
Tracy Thai successfully captures the unique and complex flavors Thai food is famous for. Using only fresh, quality ingredients, their food has artistic presentation and exceptional flavor, from mouth-watering appetizers like their heavenly Angel Wings (boneless chicken wings stuffed with silver noodles), to their soups served in a flaming tureen that keeps it warm throughout the meal. Tracy Thai prepares imaginative creations for those with adventurous tastes, and also familiar favorites for those who have never experienced Thai food before. The Great Plate
714 Central Ave., (209) 833-0862, www. thegreatplate.com Full bar. Open for lunch and dinner. $$
Looking for the best pizza in town? It’s here! The Great Plate has signature pizzas like Buffalo Chicken, or the Dominic, or build your own. Handmade to order and fired in the brick oven with always fresh dough for perfect crust and a delicious pizza. But that’s not all, excellent burgers, wings, salads, pastas, steaks, seafood, and more. Located downtown across from the Grand Theatre, come and enjoy the family-friendly atmosphere. Great Plate offers two full bars and 16 beers on tap, a fine wine list, and Sunday breakfast (10 a.m. to 1 p.m.) and the NFL Ticket. Or check out the exciting nightlife featuring live music and DJs on both floors. Visit, “Tracy’s Favorite Place to Play.” Banquet rooms available for up to 125 people.
WOODBRIDGE Woodbridge Crossing
18939 N. Lower Sacramento Rd., (209) 366-1800, www.woodbridgecrossing.net. Full bar. Open for dinner, Sunday Brunch. $-$$
Housed in one of the oldest brick buildings in the San Joaquin Valley, this historic restaurant, formerly Woodbridge Feed and Fuel, provides fine dining in the midst of antiques, Western artwork, and memorabilia. Known for their prime rib and steak, this restaurant strives for great customer service. Woodbridge Crossing diners are treated to live entertainment and dancing on the weekends, and the restaurant also offers private banquet facilities where guests sit in unique old boxcars.
Thai Café
614 Central Ave., (209) 832-3800. Beer and wine. Open for lunch and dinner. $-$$
More practical than fussy,Thai Café is the place to go when the craving for good Thai food, fast, strikes. This little place manages to stay afloat despite some stiff competition from surrounding restaurants, perhaps in part to a large following of loyal
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October 7, Lodi The champion chefs from the past four years of this event are coming together in a head-to-head Iron Chef-style competition, all to benefit Charterhouse for Families, a local non-profit. Competing chefs include Chris Isert of Brookside Country Club, Julio Camberos of Califas Restaurant, Ruben Larrazolo of Alebrijes Mexican Bistro, and Richard Hyman of Mezzo Restaurant. In addition to the professional chef competition, students in the San Joaquin Delta College Culinary Arts program will compete against culinary students from the Sacramento Art Institute for a $1,000 scholarship. Come for the food, silent auction, and many other surprises throughout the evening. 6-9 p.m. $50. Hutchins Street Square, 125 S. Hutchins Street, Lodi, (209) 476-1106, charterhousecenter.org
Stocktoberfest October 8, Stockton For those who appreciate an icy mug of ale, this year’s Stocktoberfest offers waterfront access to craft and micro brews in Downtown Stockton. New this year is Stockton’s Homebrew Club, the “Brew Angels,” who will be on-site to discuss home brewing and offer tasting of their awardwinning beers. Live festival entertainment runs late into the evening, as do the sausage sales and keg lifting competitions. Get there early to upgrade to a Liter stein. 2-10 p.m. $20 in advance, $22 at the door. Student and designated driver discounts available, as well as group packs and V.I.P. tickets. Waterfront Warehouse, 445 W. Weber Ave., Stockton, (209) 464-5246, stocktoberfest.com
Pumpkin Maze October 1-31, Lathrop The Dell’Osso Family Farm will be kicking off the fall activities again this year with their 14th annual pumpkin maze. Stop by for a day full of family activities including U-Pick pumpkins, a haunted house, zip lines, and more. Don’t forget to stop by their country store for an autumn treat. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Prices for attractions vary. Dell’Osso Family Farm, 26 Stewart Rd., Lathrop, (209) 982-0833, pumpkinmaze.com
Treasure Island Wine Fest October 8, Treasure Island The theme of this scenic festival is “Lodi Wine on the Water,” so even though it’s located in the Bay Area, it’s worth the drive. The festival will feature over 45 different wineries and over 200 wines from the Lodi appellation. Taste your favorites while enjoying views of the San Francisco Bay, live music, wine country cuisine, wine seminars hosted by local vintners, and guests can even take in Fleet Week’s aerial shows from the best view possible. 1-5 p.m. $55 in advance, $65 at the door, $25 for designated drivers. Treasure Island, 291 Avenue of the Palms, San Francisco, (209) 367-4727, tiwinefest.com
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The World Famous Popovich Comedy Pet Theater October 12, Lodi The World Famous Popovich Comedy Pet Theater is a family-oriented blend of the unique comedy and juggling skills of Gregory Popovich, and the extraordinary talents of his performing pets. Each of the show’s 15 cats and 10 dogs were once strays, rescued from animal shelters. Audiences will be delighted to see this extravaganza of European-style clowns, amazing juggling and balancing acts, (209) 333-5550, comedypet.com
Stockton Thunder vs. Colorado Eagles: Opening Night October 14, Stockton It’s the seventh season of hockey in Stockton and you’re invited to Opening Night. Kick off the new season by cheering for the Stockton Thunder as they wipe the ice with the Colorado Eagles. 7:30-10 p.m. $7-$28. Stockton Arena, 248 W. Fremont St.,
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their favorite finalists strut their stuff on stage as they perform
signature “Pink Pancake” breakfast provided by the Kiwanis Club of Greater Lodi.
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Jess, Jordan, Marko, Melanie, Mitchell, Ricky, Sasha, and Tadd in
S. Beckman Rd., Lodi, (209) 371-2275, pink-october.org
this explosive evening of dance. 7 p.m. $38-$58. Stockton Arena,
October 15, Lodi
Artisan Masters at Klinker Brick Winery September 15 - October 16, Lodi The 2nd annual Artisan Masters Wine & Art Auction
248 W. Fremont St., Stockton, (209) 373-1400, stocktonarena.com
Downtown Lodi Trick-or-Treat and Fall Festival
announces the special previewing of the Artisan
October 29, Lodi
Masters artwork to be held at Klinker Brick Winery
Bring your little ones in their best costumes, and join
in Lodi. Local artists include Samuel Bassett &
the community as local merchants invite you to trick-or-
Pepe Pool, Jim Coston, Mardie Dalzell Driftmier,
treat at their establishments between noon and 2 p.m.
Tina Moore, Michael Randolph, Tony Segale,
After your kids get their fill of candy, there’s plenty to
Arturo Vera, and Mira Woodworth. These
do until the sugar-high ends. The fall festival continues
artists have generously donated works to be
with live music, pumpkin painting, face painting, a
auctioned at the event which raises funds for
food court, a pumpkin carving competition, games,
local children’s arts, culinary, and agriculture
raffles, costume contests, and a petting zoo. 12-5 p.m.
education scholarships. The show is coordinated
Free. School St., Downtown Lodi,
by the LH Horton Jr Gallery at San Joaquin
(209) 369-8052, downtownlodi.com
Delta College and the Lodi Arts Commission. Thursdays through Mondays 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Klinker Brick Winery, 15887 N. Alpine Rd., Lodi, (209) 224-5156, klinkerbrickwinery.com
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Sunday, May 6, 2012 11 to 4 PM
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