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2020 is upon us— gym memberships are being purchased, diets are being started, new hobbies are being explored, and household budgets are being put in place. That’s right, it is New Year’s Resolutions Season!

Our hope for this issue is that we are able to give you— our readers—some inspiration and ideas for New Year’s Resolutions You Can Keep. It is easy enough to start working on most resolutions, but it is another thing entirely to keep them going past January 31st. Resolutions can usually be categorized into two broad categories: Health and Wellness, and that is exactly what we based this issue on.

The dawn of the new year is the perfect time to take a good long look at your life as it currently stands—and make the decision to do something about the things in your life that do not serve you. In this issue, we will take an in depth look at hearing health, our recent experience with acupuncture and Eastern medicine, and the truth about wine being good for your health. We sit down with 50+ runway and print model Kelly Lenahan to hear all about how she maintains her youth and vibrancy and manages to thrive in an industry full of 20-somethings. France native Anthony Bar,

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the new head chef at Meritage, explains to us the changes he is bringing to Callaway Winery’s incredible restaurant— including a move toward healthy eating with a ridiculously delicious flair—and how he hopes to change people’s minds about vegetables.

You’ll meet our newest cover family, the Shelby Family of Temecula, and you’ll be sure to gain some inspiration to help you Design the Life You Love. Wellness doesn’t stop at your physical body; mental wellbeing is just as important as physiological health. Take some of the stress out of your life with a day of pampering at a local spa, an adventure to somewhere you have never been before, or even just a short 5 minute meditation to clear out the cobwebs.

Above all, we hope you can walk away from this issue with a feeling of motivation and encouragement to work at changing your life for the better in 2020, one small step at a time. And remember—one minor, positive change that lasts a lifetime is better than ten big changes that last for two weeks. Happiness is the true goal, and at the end of the day, more happiness and more love in your life are the only things that truly matter.

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Calendar of Events

Chow Bella! Seasonal Recipe: Herb Roasted Chicken and Root Vegetables

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Adventures in Wine Country: De Portola Wine Trail Harvest Festival

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COVER FEATURE: Designing the Life of their Dreams with the Shelby Family Confessions of a Mature Model with Kelly Lenahan

5 Ways to Ensure the Financial Health of Your Business

HE A LTH + W ELLN ES S Hear Today, Gone Tomorrow: Hearing Health’s Impact on the Brain

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Winery Spotlight: Briar Rose Winery

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Our Guide to Health and Wellness Around Town

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Map of Wine Country

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New Year’s Resolutions You Can Keep

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Getting to the Point: Acupuncture as a Treatment for Pain

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W I NE + D I NE

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Redefining Healthy Eating: Meritage Restaurant at Callaway Winery

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Avoiding the Knife: Non-Invasive Skin Rejuvenation

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Health Benefits of Wine: Fact or Fiction?

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Time to Recharge: Plan a Spa Day

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FINANCIAL

5 WAYS TO ENSURE THE FINANCIAL HEALTH OF YOUR BUSINESS

BY TIMOTHY TAYLOR & STEPHEN NEWELL, Partners at Newell Taylor

Just as a medical doctor takes simple measurements of the body’s temperature and blood pressure, it is extremely crucial for every business owner to keep a diligent and watchful eye on the flow of their revenue.

1. Take the Financial Pulse of Your Business:

Take a page from common medical advice books and journals. Eating less and trimming down are crucial for the health and wellness of many individuals. Likewise, spending less than what is earned has saved several households, as well as businesses, from going belly up.

2. Cut Down on Your Expenses:

Every savvy business owner should have a one year, a five year, and maybe even a ten year plan for the future of their business. So, sit down and provide yourself with a chain of specific goals— such as revenue targets or new and potential clients gained.

Once your goals for the year are established, be sure to track how well these goals are being met.

3. Set Goals and Measure Performance:

Having the right personal health insurance is crucial as medical mishaps can happen anywhere and at any time. For the very same reasons, business owners should make sure to have the perfect insurance in place to keep their business healthy and protected from all sorts of unforeseen circumstances and situations.

4. Review Your Insurance:

Studies on the power of positive thought have shown that picturing and focusing on health and vitality in your mind can actually have an effect on your physical body. Why not do the same for your business’ financial health? Envision where you would like your business to be in one year, three to five years, and maybe even longer.

5. Envision Your Future:

A true strategic plan will accomplish all of this—where objectives and SMART goals are developed, and management and employees are held accountable. Newell Taylor can help you develop a strategic plan for your business using the Management Systems Frameworks—a proven system that has been used by many businesses across the US. newelltaylorcpa.com | (760) 733-3735

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Designing THE LIFE OF THEIR DREAMS:

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ome people view life as a blank slate—ready to be filled with adventure, laughter, beauty, and love. Like a painter with brush poised in hand over a pure white canvas, the possibilities are as endless as the depths of the creator’s imagination.

For the Shelby family of Temecula, the art of design spills over into all aspects of their life together. Just as every antique treasure that they lovingly choose for their picturesque home has a story, so are they creating their own unique story—designing the life of their dreams in a community they love.

James and Felicia’s paths first crossed years ago, when they were just fresh-faced teenagers. 17-year-old James, living in Hemet, first laid eyes on his striking future wife through some of their mutual friends. Felicia—just 14 at the time—had been living with her family in Temecula since 1998. Though they immediately noticed one another, it would be years before they would reconnect in a much more meaningful way.

A true designer in every sense of the word, young Felicia dreamed of a future filled with gorgeous clothing and decor—with rich colors, intricate patterns and fabrics, and an overall look that was entirely her own. This passion for fashion and design led her to study at the beloved Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising—known by its acronym “FiDM”—in San Diego. After her time at FiDM, Felicia decided to leave the hustle and bustle of the large seaside city. She felt a calling to move back to her roots—to her hometown of Temecula.

James Shelby has always been a hard worker. After high school, he started at his family’s business, Shelby Auto Glass.

Originally from Oceanside, James spent time in Fallbrook before moving with his family to settle down in Hemet. After rekindling the spark they felt years before, James and Felicia reconnected in the Temecula Valley before becoming engaged in 2009, and were married in 2010.

The Shelbys have been living in the Temecula Valley as a pair for the past nine and half years—and in the charming Temecula community of Harveston since 2017. With a kind of East Coast charm, the homes in this community are far from cookie cutter. Tree-lined streets, siding on the homes, upper and lower porches, and a beautiful central lake make Harveston the perfect backdrop to the Shelby family’s picturesque day-to-day life. For Felicia, their home in Harveston was love at first sight. “All I needed to see was the outside of the home to know I already loved it,” she adds, “We walked inside and sure enough—I fell even harder. The home was beautiful, but I saw so much potential with what we could do to make it our own.”

Their two talented and well-rounded daughters, Skylee and Riley, are both students at Julian Charter School in Temecula. 15-year-old Skylee Jade Marie Shelby is a sophomore. A blend of athleticism and artistic ability, Skylee plays club volleyball at Viper Volleyball on a Nationals 16’s team.

When she isn’t on the court, you can find her practicing her moves on her skateboard. With a natural eye for composition, Skylee also enjoys photography and keeping up with the

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(#shelbysold). He is also very active in training and speaking on real estate in the area and beyond. His podcast, the “Stay Hungry Show” can be found on iTunes, Stitcher Radio, and YouTube. Follow him on Instagram (@james_shelby) for men’s fashion inspiration, real estate updates, and of course, adorable pictures of him and the three most important females in his life.

Felicia has combined her background in beauty, visual merchandising, and interior design to bring her into the Wedding/Event industry. Coordinating, styling, and planning events in Temecula led her to meeting and collaborating with tons of local businesses in the area and the industry.

Felicia admits, “…but interior design is my true passion. My biggest, most cherished project is our current home. It was completely remodeled top to bottom. Colors, flooring, moldings, fixtures, and décor—we have created a space we love and take pride in.” Check out Felicia’s Instagram (@felicias_world) to see more of her dreamy home, cute family, and world travels—you may even get some inspiration for your next home project, adorable outfit, or life-changing trip around the world.

Travel is definitely a huge part of the Shelby family’s life.

One of their favorite recent trips as a family was to New York City last December. “It was so much fun and magical,” Felicia remembers, “We went ice skating in Central Park, tried new foods, watched a Broadway play, and saw snow fall in Times Square.” On the quieter side of the spectrum, the family has been spending more and more time out in Montana—which is quickly becoming one of their favorite vacation spots. The slower pace, wide open sky, and surreal scenery make it the perfect place to get away from the stress and speed of everyday life. They even recently bought a property in Hamilton, Montana that they will be transforming into a gorgeous Airbnb with the one-of-a-kind Shelby touch.

Though the family has many hobbies that they love doing together—including skateboarding, playing board games, boat rides around the lake, watching the Dallas Cowboys, checking out local vendor marketplaces, going to the movies, and hosting parties—one of their most beloved family pastimes is frequenting the local antique shops. Each outing an adventurous treasure hunt, they never quite know what will be waiting for them around the next dusty shelf. “We collect old books and paintings,” Felicia mentions, “We enjoy interior design and finding hidden and unique treasures for our house—tucked away in thrift stores and antique shops.”

Being that James is the resident foodie—especially for breakfast foods—the family will often find themselves at many of Temecula’s culinary hotspots for breakfast and beyond. Some of their favorite local haunts include Nightingale, Havana Kitchen, Swing Inn, Akash Winery, and of course, Naughty Pig for their amazing sandwiches. At the end of the day, the Shelby family knows where their priorities lie. “We try to spend as much time together as a family as possible,” Felicia muses, “However, we try to balance work and family at the same time. It is not always easy, but when you can learn to blend work and play to where there is almost no differentiation between the two—that’s where life really becomes fun and interesting.”

Above all, there is a beautiful balance that exists in the Shelby household. Like the gorgeous rooms in their Harveston home in Temecula, balance is achieved by design.

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Riley Mae Pepper Shelby is an 8-yearold fashionista. A second grader at Julian Charter School, little Riley is a ball of sass and personality.

Following in the footsteps of her chic and stylish parents, Riley is just as comfortable in a gold shimmering skirt and perfectly placed black beret as most kids her age would be in jeans and a mismatched T-shirt. Matched with her inherent fashion sense, Riley also loves attending her gymnastics classes with friends at Agility Kids in Temecula.

Coming up on 10 years together in the Temecula Valley, the Shelby family have developed a deep love—and quite the presence—in their community. James, now a successful real estate agent, owns the Shelby Sold Real Estate Team

for our house—tucked away in thrift stores and antique shops.”

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HEALTH + WELLNESS

Hear Today, Gone Tomorrow:

Exploring Hearing Health’s Impact on the

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sounds, often having trouble differentiating between softer consonants. “For example,” Teresa explains, “someone with this type of loss may have a hard time deciding if they heard the word ‘face’ or ‘vase’ in a conversation.” The other type of impairment people will encounter is volume loss. This type is exactly as it sounds—the patient has trouble hearing sounds unless they are at a very high decibel level.

The human brain is an incredibly complex and amazing thing. It possesses the ability to be molded—like plastic—a concept called “neuroplasticity”.

Dr. Stewart Gatehouse and Dr. Mead Killian’s paper on hearing aids called “Reprogramming Your Brain” explains what happens when hearing aids are not worn regularly by those experiencing hearing impairment, “When we lose some of our hearing, the corresponding part of the brain—which now has NO input from our ear in some frequencies—gets “rewired” to do other things and is no longer programmed to recognize those sounds.” If your hearing loss has not progressed too far before getting fitted for hearing aids, our brain will re-learn some or all of these sounds with the help and repeated use of your hearing aid. But this process may take some time—and practice.

Because hearing health and sound stimulation have so much to do with the brain’s processing ability, people with moderate hearing loss have a two times greater risk of developing Dementia—in fact, one in seven people over the age of 70 that suffer from hearing impairment will be diagnosed with Dementia. When the hearing loss is severe, the odds of developing Dementia jump up to five times more likely than those with no hearing loss.

Miracle Ear recommends that people seek help immediately at the first signs of hearing loss. Getting fitted for hearing aids can help to stall the progression of hearing impairment. With tiny, rechargeable options that are Bluetooth capable and mobile friendly, Miracle Ear’s hearing aids can be seemingly invisible—and perfect for every lifestyle. Call Miracle Ear to schedule your consultation. F

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ver 48 million Americans suffer from hearing loss— of which only 8% seek out any kind of help or treatment. Those numbers are truly staggering when you understand the impact that hearing has on overall wellbeing and general brain health. Although we listen with our ears, true hearing occurs in the brain.

For a person that cannot hear properly, poor listening and comprehension habits are sure to develop—thereby affecting their brain’s ability to remember and process information. Because hearing loss can be frustrating and sometimes even embarrassing, people suffering from hearing impairment can start to isolate themselves from others— and essentially stop trying to hear altogether. The use of a quality hearing aid can open the world back up to those with hearing difficulties, and reconnect them with family, friends, and the rest of the world.

According to Teresa Hobold, hearing specialist at Miracle Ear’s Murrieta office, there are different types of hearing loss—and with each of these, different degrees of loss.

Sensory neural loss has to do with the nervous system and cannot be fixed. Conductive loss is a mechanical loss having to do with the bones of the inner ear. Clarity loss occurs when a patient experiences trouble with certain types of

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Hearing loss can impact cognitive ability and memory—and can even affect a person’s likelihood of being diagnosed with Dementia. If you are one of the 48 million Americans experiencing any degree of hearing loss, do not hesitate to seek help. Miracle Ear’s helpful staff will perform an evaluation and hearing test with your lifestyle in mind in order to find out the type of loss you are experiencing, as well as the degree of loss. With sleek and stylish options in hearing aids, the days of big bulky devices hanging out of your ear are gone. Find the perfect device for your lifestyle, from Bluetoothenabled models with rechargeable batteries to aids that look more like a stylish pair of in-ear headphones.

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5. TPA WELLNESS CENTER Dr. Yue Wang opened her Temecula wellness center doors back in 2013. She has 30 years of experience in acupuncture, holistic treatment, and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Specializing in skin care and anti-aging, infertility, weight loss, and pain management—a few visits with Dr. Wang can make a huge difference in the way you feel and look.

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New Year’s Resolutions You Can Keep

by Pax Ansley

It’s 2020, everyone! Over here at Temecula Valley Vibe, we love New Year’s resolutions. Finding ways to improve your health, wellness, and happiness is always a good idea in our book. Make more time for family, take more—or less—pictures, spend less time on social media, travel, and clean eating—all of these resolutions sound great in theory, but how do we keep them going past January 31? For starters, try to focus on small lifestyle changes rather than drastic quick fixes. Sometimes, the best way to make a new habit stick is to make changes gradually. Start with baby steps that you increase over time—pretty soon you will notice changes in yourself you never thought possible.

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Instead of scarfing your meals with your eyes glued to a screen, try to spend at least two meals a day eating your meal in peace—without distractions. If you take the time to pay attention to each bite, savoring the flavors and textures, you will naturally start to slow down.

More time spent eating will make sure your stomach has time to let you know when you’ve had enough—and help you avoid overeating.

Practicing a mindset of appreciation and thankfulness can do wonders for your outlook on life. It will shift your perspective from the things that are going wrong in your life, to the things that are going right. Start a journal of positive aspects.

Every day write at least one thing that is going well in your life that you are grateful for. Do this daily when you wake up or are about to go to bed. Pretty soon, you may start to notice the rainbow more than the storm clouds.

We live in a busy world, there is no doubt about that.

Sometimes, especially for the ones you see every day, “hellos” and “goodbyes” can start to fall by the wayside.

Instead of the usual quick “bye” and run out the door to work or school, make it a point to take an extra minute to hug and kiss your loved ones before parting. That extra “I love you” will go a long way for your relationships.

The Dalai Lama is credited with saying, “Once a year, go someplace you’ve never been before.”

Travel is an incredible way to open your mind to new things, people, and experiences. Even if you can’t afford to go gallivanting across the Hawaiian Islands every summer or skiing in the alps for the winter, make it a point to go somewhere you’ve never been at least once a year. Take a road trip across state lines, go camping at a new lake, or even just pick a new spot in town that you have never explored.

S TA R T A N EMERGENCY FUND:

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You never know when one of those “rainy days” will come. Start saving now, little by little, to make sure you are prepared in case of emergency. Set up a separate savings account that is not attached to your online or mobile banking—essentially, forget about it. Small, automatic deposits into this account from your paycheck won’t even be noticeable but will add up before you know it.

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Getting to the Point: Utilizing Acupuncture as a Treatment for Pain and Disease

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he use of acupuncture dates back over 2,500 years.

Traditional Chinese Medicine was practiced thousands of years before Western Medicine even came on the scene.

Since the 1970’s, acupuncture has become more and more accepted in the US as a legitimate treatment for disease and chronic pain.

Its benefits are numerous, and many have found acupuncture to be a successful method of managing their pain and ailments.

Traditional Chinese Medicine tells us that there are patterns of energy—“Qi” or “Chi”—that flow through the body. The steady flow of this Qi energy is essential to the health and wellness of the mind and physical body. The energy pathways, called meridians, that run through the body all relate and correspond with different organs and physiological systems. When this energy flow becomes disrupted, this imbalance is responsible for disease and pain that will manifest in the body. Acupuncture involves the placement of sterile, hair-thin needles that are inserted into the skin in strategic areas—corresponding to the areas in the “meridian grid” of the body that correlate to the affected organ or system.

Dr. Yue Wang has been practicing Traditional Chinese Medicine for nearly 30 years. Since moving to the US from China, she has developed a passion for sharing her knowledge and skill with those suffering from pain and disease—developing a special interest in treating women with fertility issues. After practicing acupuncture and holistic medicine in New York for 15 years, Dr. Wang moved her wellness clinic—TPA Wellness Center—to Temecula in 2013. “Acupuncture influences all systems of the body,” Dr. Wang explains, “it works by creating a micro-trauma on the skin. The body responds to the foreign object by stimulating the body’s ability to heal itself. As the body heals the micro-trauma, it begins to heal the surrounding tissue as well, and creates movement and energy flow through the meridians.”

In addition to the stimulation of self-healing, acupuncture promotes blood flow, releases endorphins and other natural pain killers, and helps to bring down inflammation—to name a few of its many benefits. Dr. Wang typically recommends 2-3 visits to see the best results from the treatments. And of course, acupuncture is meant to be supplemental. Dr. Wang uses acupuncture in addition to other treatments—such as sound therapy, cupping, magnetic therapy, and herbal supplements—to treat the root of the problem instead of just the symptoms. F

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AVOIDING THE KNIFE:

Non-Invasive Skin Rejuvenation with Dr. Kelly O’Neil, M.D.

by Katrina McBreen

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ging can take a drastic toll on the tone, elasticity, and overall quality of the skin. For many men and women, going under the knife can seem like the only way to permanently and drastically improve the look and feel of their skin—eliminating years of damage and neglect to the body’s biggest organ.

However, at Dr. O’Neil Skin and Lipo Medical Center, you can have your second chance at beautiful skin—without the need for a scalpel.

Dr. O’Neil has been performing his incredible non-invasive Skin Rejuvenation since his Temecula office opened its doors in 1981. With absolutely no cutting, pulling, or scarring, patients experience impressively natural-looking results without the risk factors of a traditional facelift. Plus, it penetrates deeper than traditional laser peels. This procedure will take 10-12 years off of your face—for the rest of your life.

Perfect for all skin types, the Skin Rejuvenation procedure will significantly improve the look of your skin and eliminate deep set wrinkles, stimulate collagen production and elastin fibers, achieve an even and natural skin tone and color, and even eliminate acne scarring. You will be ready to show off your youthful glowing skin within a couple weeks.

Call to schedule a free consultation with Dr. O’Neil to see if this procedure is right for you. Turn back the clocks and reveal a younger you with the help of this Skin Rejuvenation procedure. Beauty begins with the way you feel when you look in the mirror. Youth is in the heart—isn’t it time your physical appearance matched the age you feel? F

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n our busy world, people are often made to feel guilty or selfish when they take time out of their chaotic schedules for some “me time”. We are lauded for working hard and over-exerting ourselves, and we are called lazy and unmotivated when we slow down to focus on self-care. This toxic way of thinking could not be farther from what is best for health and well-being.

Located right outside the heart of Old Town Murrieta, the incredibly beautiful Murrieta Day Spa has been serving the area for the past 30 years. A true European day spa experience, it is a secret hideaway where you can relax and let the troubles of your day melt away with a peaceful massage, an invigorating facial, a refreshing body scrub, or just a soothing dip in their heated mineral pool.

With spa package options, Murrieta Day Spa is all about customization. They offer a full hair and makeup studio as well as a nail salon and waxing services, so you can consider this your one-stop shop for all things pampering. Customize your package to include a pedicure, massage, a facial, and even a mimosa and lunch.

No matter the treatment you choose from their full-service spa menu, you will have full access to their facility—including their backpatio oasis, complete with a heated mineral pool, swaying palm trees, twinkling market lights, and private cabanas. As soon as you check in, you are guided to their serene locker room where your journey to rest and refreshment will commence.

Grab one of their complimentary fluffy robes and spa shoes and take some time to look around before your treatment. If you are early enough, you can head out the back door of the locker room, straight into the beautiful sanctuary that is the spa’s incredible back patio. Make sure to bring your bathing suit so you can take a soothing dip in their heated mineral pool—before and after your treatment. Setup your home base on one of their many comfy lounge chairs, where you can lay back and listen to the wind rustling through the tall palm trees.

Take advantage of their full waiter service from anywhere in the back patio, the café, or front patio—Murrieta Day Spa’s full bar allow them to offer handcrafted cocktails as well as beer and wine. When it is time for your service, your amazing massage therapist or esthetician will come and find you to take you into your private treatment room where you will be absolute heaven for the duration of your service.

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Once you emerge from your treatment room a new person, your endorphins—your body’s natural drug—will be flowing through your system, and you will have forgotten all about any stress or worry of the day. Though your treatment is over, the relaxation and pampering do not have to end there. Head over to their cozy infrared sauna to sweat out impurities and toxins, before heading back out to the back patio for another dip in the mineral pool. While you are out there, order some lunch—poolside—from their delicious café menu.

Murrieta Day Spa has been in owner Monique De Groot’s family since her father purchased the land in 1989—then belonging to the early Murrieta School District. Thirty years in the making, this spa went from a residential-looking house with a parking lot out back—to the property it is now—complete with a huge entertaining area fit for a fairytale wedding, fun-filled bachelorette party, or picture-perfect party or banquet. In fact, the space can be rented out to accommodate a group of 50-200 people! Their liquor license allows them to serve alcohol until midnight, and their gorgeous setting can easily house a band or DJ as well as catering for a large group.

Owner Monique says it best, “People need some self-time to recharge their batteries. We eat healthy food and exercise to feel good, but mental wellness is a huge part of overall wellbeing that is often overlooked,” she adds, “We also provide an important aspect of human touch that a lot of people don’t get on a daily basis. Everybody should have that feeling. It is an investment in nurturing yourself. All you need is one hour, and you will walk out feeling completely recharged.” Call or visit their website for a full list of services. Be sure to follow them on Instagram and Facebook to keep up with all of their upcoming events.

Happy Hour is also offered on the front patio every day from 3pm-6pm.

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Confessions of a

Kelly Lenahan has been rocking the fashion world as an International agency model for years—and is still going strong at 54 years young. She has been published in countless magazines, walked many a catwalk, and has showcased the gorgeous clothing of innumerable designers. With all the vibrancy, vitality, and vivacity of a woman half her age, Kelly has not shown any signs of retiring from the modeling world—in fact, she is just as fresh-faced and glowing as ever.

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Kelly was bit by the modeling bug while she was in her early twenties—a typical age to start a career in print and runway fashion. Passionate and fearless, Kelly did all her print, runway, and spokesmodel training—with dreams of her glamourous future like a carrot dangling in front of her face. A young mother at the time, Kelly soon realized that the life she had chosen required more time than she was currently able to devote with a beautiful young daughter in tow. Instead of imposing the strict schedule of a modeling career on her daughter, Kelly decided to put her family first and put her modeling career on the backburner.

A few years after moving to Temecula in 1999, Kelly happily became a mom for the second time, this time to her incredible son. Once her thriving children grew older, Kelly started to dream, once again, of the modeling life she had put on hold. In 2009, at the age of 44, Kelly submitted for the Wilhelmina Over 40 Model Search—and was selected in the top 30 in the country.

After that, her modeling career started to take off like wildfire. “I went on to walk for numerous designers and was published in several magazines, even getting to New York Fashion week runways in both 2017 and 2018,” Kelly continues, “I believe if there is something that you want, and it scares you, you should try it!”

So, has this mature model found the Fountain of Youth? To her, the answer is simple, “Being young at heart,” Kelly muses, “staying active and eating healthy—they are all key components!”

Alongside her modeling, Kelly has had a lifelong love of horses. She has competed in equestrian showjumping competitions across Southern California and has come out as champion. “I am a strong woman who has never been afraid to follow a dream and face a challenge,” Kelly admits. She loves influencing women of all ages to strut their stuff, be brave, feel beautiful, and embrace their bodies. F TEMECULAVALLEYVIBE.COM

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To book your tour with Tour del Vino, call (951) 852-6799, send them an email at info@tourdelvinotemecula.com, or visit their website tourdelvinotemecula.com for more information.

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Reinventing Healthy Eating in the Rolling Hills of Wine Country:

Meritage

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here is a new head chef in Temecula Wine Country, and he is bringing the international flair to fine dining—along with a brand-new perspective on healthy eating. Executive Chef Anthony Bar joined Meritage Restaurant at Callaway Winery at the end of 2019 and has been working hard to put his own spin on this popular restaurant’s farm-to-table menu. With the vision of a revolving menu filled with delicious seasonal vegetables and locally sourced meat and seafood, Chef Anthony has a passion for showing people that there is more than one way to cook a vegetable.

Meritage at Callaway Winery sits atop a vine-covered hill in the heart of wine country—alongside the picturesque Callaway Winery. Offering incredible panoramic views of rolling hills and lush vineyards, the restaurant has an almost greenhouse-type feel to it. With large windows, luscious plants hanging from iron trellises, and graduated dining areas built with the sloping hills, Meritage encourages its guests to enjoy the views, atmosphere, and experience of Temecula Wine Country as they dine.

As patrons explore the menu upon arrival, they will immediately notice the incredible diversity of the seasonal selections. Chef Anthony believes in designing his menu according to what is in season at the time—guaranteeing the freshest and healthiest food possible—with absolutely nothing that is frozen or canned. In fact, most of the

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“That is really what I like about cooking. I can design the plates—I work with colors and different textures— like an artist chooses colors to put on a canvas.”

produce you will eat at Meritage comes from their actual on-site greenhouse—carefully curated by Chef Anthony at the start of every season. The few things that cannot be grown in the greenhouse are locally sourced from farms in the area—including the meat and seafood items on the menu.

Chef Anthony is truly an artist. He sketches out the composition and layout of every dish before he makes it. “That is really what I like about cooking,” he explains, “I can design the plates—I work with colors and different textures—like an artist chooses colors to put on a canvas. First, I choose the produce I want to work with, and then I can add the ingredients I need in order to get where I want to be with the plating.” And from that, you get the gorgeous natural colors of the season working together to create a dish so visually stunning, it would be almost too beautiful to eat—if it wasn’t so delicious.

French-born Anthony has a passion for healthy eating and finding new ways to cook and present vegetables. “There are more ways to cook a vegetable rather than just steaming or blanching it—these methods take away all the flavor,” Anthony continues “I want to show people that vegetables can be really delicious if they are cooked right. For example, in one plate, I can use sunchoke puree, sunchoke chips, and roasted sunchoke.

I am using one seasonal vegetable, but I am cooking it in three different ways with different flavors.” He also compares tasting a dish with reading a story. Each component of the dish is a character in the story—remove one piece, and the story ceases to make sense. Experience it all together, and the story unfolds just as the chef designed it. Chef Anthony intends to change peoples’ minds about vegetables, especially children. You won’t find any Kraft Mac n Cheese or Chicken Nuggets on this menu for the kiddos. He encourages parents to expose their children to delicious vegetables early on, to inspire healthier palates at a young age.

When we spent the afternoon dining in Meritage’s beautiful dining room, we had our taste buds absolutely dazzled by dishes like a Salade du Jardin, the Yellowtail Catch of the Day, Canard a l’Orange, and Diver Scallops with creamy Butternut Squash Risotto. Every dish to come out of the kitchen was even more beautiful and unique than the last—truly a breathtakingly visual culinary adventure. With every bite, we were able to taste the quality ingredients that were grown less than 100 yards from where we were sitting.

And of course, Callaway’s incredible wines were there to pair with each dish—working together with the flavors of each plate to bring out new and unexpected aspects of each. As we sipped our wine and looked out over the gorgeous scenery, the sun began to set over the sun-kissed vines. With a perfect view of the horizon out the large windows in front of us, we could not imagine a better experience of life in Temecula Wine Country. F

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Wine for your Health: Fact or Fiction?

et’s face it, who and healthy cell regenerdoesn’t want to ation.” believe wine is When I asked about good for us? We’ve the health benefits of all seen the memes and wine in the popular read headlines like “108Temecula Facebook

by Tania Reuben Year-Old Credits Daily group, ‘Wine Country Champagne & Chocolate Living’, “The French as Her Secret To Living A Paradox” was brought up Long Life.” But is all that

by Mike Vacari (best good press just wishful known around town for thinking? I mean, at one his Frank Sinatra tribute, point, doctors proudly “Can I Be Frank”). This recommended smoking concept identifies the cigarettes to their seemingly paradoxical patients. To dig a little relationship between deeper, I engaged some France’s statistically low local authorities on the coronary heart disease topic. and the nation’s high “Red wine can help intake of dietary cholesus look better and ease terol and saturated fat. the aging process,” Three French epidemiolexplains Cindy Palumbo ogists from the 1980’s from Palumbo Family are credited with the theVineyard of Temecula ory—concluding that red Wine Country, “The wine may be the reason mechanism is the antioxfor this paradox, though idants in red wine. their conclusions have Antioxidants sop up been the subject of spiritdamaging free radicals ed debate. that play a role in aging and age-related diseases. They contain A close cousin to the French Paradox in this discussion is a much higher concentration of antioxidants called polyphe- the well-studied Mediterranean Diet, in which wine has been nols, including resveratrol.” Debbie Wiens, co-owner of identified as a key component. The diet has been associated Murrieta’s Wine Ranch Grill & Cellars quickly points out that with reduced heart disease, stroke, and Alzheimer's—as well “Resveratrol is found in red wine. This has numerous health as cutting the risk of Parkinson’s in half, protection against benefits including fighting dementia, heart disease, and low- type 2 diabetes, and increased agility and longevity. While this ering cholesterol.” diet is widely associated with improved health, the role of Resveratrol? Polyphenols? I’m going to need to call in wine in it continues to be mulled around. some geeky, sciencey back up to better understand what this The physiology and science of how wine may be impactis all about. Jason Fernandez, aka Winemaker Jay, to the res- ing our bodies is heavily scrutinized, but after this deep dive, cue! “Resveratrol,” Jay clarifies, “is a phenolic antioxidant my mind immediately starts to speculate whether wine’s found in the skin and leaves of grapes.” He goes on to explain biggest benefit may be the one least addressed in medical and that the development of resveratrol varies widely by the grape psychological study. Wine brings us together and encourages varietal and it’s believed to be part of the defense mechanism us to be in community--to linger over a meal and connected in vines against attack by fungus. conversation—a significant key in relieving stress, one of our Looking to max out on resveratrol? According to Jay, biggest health risks.

“Burgundian Pinots (noir, punier, gris, blanc) tend to have No matter what study is cited, one conclusion reached measurably higher amounts than Bordeaux varieties, as are again and again is that “moderation is key.” A glass or two may varieties grown in cooler climate with mildew pressure. be good for your overall health, but regularly overindulge and Interestingly, with the addition of yeast in wines, there is an the risks tip the scale far in the opposite direction. After increase is resveratrol—in red wines more than white ones— reviewing the studies and consulting with my trusted experts, because of the presence of skins during fermentation.” To Cindy Palumbo sums it up nicely, “I enjoy a glass of wine each complete his lesson, Winemaker Jay continues, “While diffi- night for its health benefits—the other glasses are for my cult to isolate, measure, and track their metabolic pathways, witty comebacks and flawless dance moves.” She may be onto phenolic antioxidants are believed to contribute to cell-signal- something…now should we talk about the health benefits of ing, anti-inflammatory enzymatic activity, gene regulation, those dance moves? F

Oenophilia [ee-nuh-fil-ee-uh]: The love of wine.

TANIA REUBEN is a Temecula Valley Enthusiast and local Realtor. For more on ALL things Temecula Wine Country, be sure to join her “Wine Country Living” group on Facebook. Find her at Tania@OurWineCountryRealtor.com.

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ADVENTURES IN WINE COUNTRY:

D E P O R T O LA WINE TRAIL HA R V ES T FES TIVA L

EVERY YEAR, THE GORGEOUS WINERIES OF THE DE PORTOLA WINE TRAIL PUT ON A VERY SPECIAL EVENT TO CELEBRATE THE MAGNIFICENCE OF THE HARVEST SEASON—COMPLETE WITH TASTY BITES, GROOVY TUNES, GOOD PEOPLE, AND OF COURSE, INCREDIBLE WINE. EACH STOP ON THE TRAIL PAIRED THEIR SELECTION OF THREE WINES WITH A DELICIOUS APPETIZER-SIZED DISH, MEANT TO BRING OUT THE MANY INTRICATE FLAVORS OF THEIR CHOSEN VARIETALS.

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or those living in the Temecula Valley, it can be hard to get to every single winery in wine country. And as much as we would like to be able to spend all of our time among the vines, busy schedules and lives make that impossible.

This event is the perfect time to hit every single winery along the De Portola Trail. Take it from us, the De Portola Wine Trail Harvest Festival is a must for anyone who loves wine—just be sure to take an Uber or Lyft there and snag a couple seats on the Grapeline Wine Tour to make your adventures in wine country worry-free and—most importantly— safe for you and everyone else.

Our first stop on the trail was the incredible Fazelli Cellars, where we sampled their selections while enjoying views from their upper patio that can only be described as picturesque. After leaving Fazelli, we had a hop, skip, and a jump across the way to the beautiful Somerset Winery. We relished the rays of the sun while we sipped in their beautiful outdoor grounds. Robert Renzoni was next on our wine-soaked adventure— where we had a taste of one of their newer vintages, straight from the barrel! It was at Gershon Bachus Vintners where we sampled one of our

favorite wines of the day—their 2014 Hesperus Grenache.

As we headed farther up the trail, we started to hear the sweet sounds of live music coming up over the vines of the beautiful Leoness Winery. While their guests rocked out, servers poured their three delicious selected wines out on their oneof-a-kind patio overlooking the vineyard. At the top of the trail, we visited the memorable Masia de la Vinya Winery— with more incredible Instagram-worthy lookout points than you can

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hope for. After taking in the views from their patio, we headed back down to the trail to Cougar Winery. With a special “behind the barrels” look at the operation, we enjoyed our Italian-inspired wine alongside a tasty homemade mini meatball sub from their famous deli.

Cougar’s next-door neighbor, Frangipani (whose name is another word for the tropical Plumeria), offered their best wines to be enjoyed either inside their tasting room or out on the patio where we were serenaded by the pleasing tones of a live acoustic guitar.

As our stomachs grew fuller by the moment, and giggles started to escape often from our wine-stained lips, we knew we still had two winery stops left on our De Portola Wine Trail adventure. As the sun started its descent towards the horizon, we continued our journey back down the trail toward where we began.

Before long, the stunning Danza del Sol Winery appeared among the sun-kissed vines. As we enjoyed their three selected wines, we were able to experience their

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upper esplanade—usually reserved for their events—that we had never seen before. The grand finale of a nearperfect day was the glorious caves of Oak Mountain Winery. With the only true wine caves in Southern California, Oak Mountain quickly became one of our favorite stops of the day.

Combined with the novelty of sipping wine in a cave, the glorious views of the De Portola Trail, and their incredibly tasty wine—we were hooked.

And with that, we had another Temecula Wine Country membership on our hands.

With full bellies, smiles on our faces, and a new wine membership to enjoy, our escapade in wine country at last had come to an end. Already counting down the days until next November, we rode off into the sunset with the promise that we would soon be back to the unforgettable De Portola Wine Trail. F

TEMECULA VALLEY VINE

Briar Rose Winery TUCKED AWAY AMONGST THE HILLS OF TEMECULA WINE COUNTRY IS A VERY SPECIAL AND ENCHANTED PLACE—HOME TO SNOW WHITE’S COTTAGE, A BEAUTIFUL ROSE GARDEN, A ROMANTIC COURTYARD, ONE OF THE BIGGEST AND OLDEST OLIVE TREES IN CALIFORNIA, AND OF COURSE—SOME OF THE REGIONS’ MOST DELICIOUS SMALL LOT, ARTISAN WINES. BRIAR ROSE WINERY IS TEMECULA’S PREMIER BOUTIQUE MICRO-WINERY—WITH A ROMANTIC STORYBOOK HISTORY TO MATCH ITS NAME. BRIAR ROSE’S FAIRYTALE BEGAN JUST AS MANY OTHERS DO: WITH AN ACT OF TRUE LOVE.

by Katrina McBreen

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eldon Fields purchased the land that would someday become Briar Rose Winery back in the 1970’s. One of the original “Imagineers” that helped Walt to make his Disneyland a reality in the 1950’s, Beldon bought the piece of land in Temecula’s young wine country with the hopes of creating a special, magical place for his beloved wife. He got to work designing and constructing a little sanctuary on the hill, right out of the pages of a fairytale. With a life-sized replica of the Grimm Brother’s Snow White’s cottage, a beautiful rose garden, and magnificent views of the countryside, Beldon’s attention to detail would have made Walt proud.

Years later, in the late 1980’s, the property’s love-filled history would change hands again—this time, it was purchased by Les Linkogle as a gift for his beautiful bride, Dorian—and promised not to change a thing about the Disney-inspired, storybook cottages that Beldon had designed. By the mid 90’s, Les realized that he was sitting on the perfect soil and climate to grow grapes. After the first vines were planted, winemaker Les began selling his luscious grapes to neighboring wineries.

Once the wines created with the Linkogle grapes began turning heads and winning awards, Les decided to start making his own wines—and with that, Briar Rose was officially born in 2007.

Known as a boutique winery, Briar Rose offers delectable handcrafted artisan wines in a seated tasting setting--unique to many of the bar tastings typical of Temecula Wine Country. For this reason, Briar Rose is reservation only (though they do accept same-day reservations). Beloved by Disney-lovers and wine-lovers alike, people come from near and far to experience the magic and enchantment of Briar Rose Winery.

As you walk up the rose-lined stone path leading to the storybook tasting room, you will feel as if you are walking through the pages of your favorite fairytale. Choose to be seated in their Old-World style tasting room or enjoy the sun and breeze out in the courtyard. Your server will lead you through the remarkable wines featured in your tasting--including their award-winning Cabernet Sauvignons and other delicious hand-picked varietals— and you will soon realize why Briar Rose Winery has won numerous wine awards and accolades. A tasting at Briar Rose Winery is a one-of-a-kind experience that is sure to leave a lasting impression and a good taste in your mouth. Call to make a reservation and experience the magic. F

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LIVE MUSIC:

J A N U A RY

WINE COUNTRY:

Jan 1-12

Old Town Community Theater

Peltzer Ice Rink

> The Rat Pack was comprised of the

Somerset Winery

Weekly on Mon | 6pm-9pm

Lorimar Winery

Weekly on Fri & Sat | 6pm-9pm

Fazeli Cellars Patio

Weekly on Sat & Sun | 1pm-5pm

Leoness Cellars

Weekly on Fri | 3pm-6pm

Avensole Winery Weekly on Fri (6pm-9pm), Sat (1pm-4pm & 6pm-9pm), & Sun (1pm-4pm)

Wilson Creek Winery

Weekly on Sat & Sun | 12pm-4pm

Miramonte Winery

Peltzer Farms

> It’s feelin’ a little chilly, y’all… The farm is freezing over! Our second year of the Peltzer Ice Rink will be bigger and better than ever. It isn’t too late to experience the winter wonderland that is the local favorite, Peltzer Ice Rink. Grab the whole family and head on down to wine country for an ice-skating experience like no other. We're talkin' an 100ft x 65ft ice skating rink people! Session times are weekdays at 3pm, 4:30pm, 6pm, and 7:30pm—weekends at 1:30pm, 3pm, 4:30pm, 6pm, and 7:30pm. $16 General Admission | $12 Kids (ages 3-11) | Skate Rental Included | Crush Club enjoy $2 off admission Jan 1-5

Temecula on Ice Skating Rink

Weekly on Fri & Sat | 6pm-9pm

Old Town Temecula

Restaurant at Ponte Winery

City Hall for the last few days of the ICE RINK! Enjoy a winter wonderland in Old Town, then hit the streets to kick off the new year! Visit the rink before they close until next year. Who will we see on the ice?! $12 Unlimited Skate | $5 Skate Rental

Weekly on Fri & Sat | 5:30pm-8:30pm

Thornton Winery

Weekly on Fri | 6pm-9pm

Baily’s Winery

Weekly on Fri & Sat | 7pm-9pm

Masia de la Vinya Winery Weekly on Sat | 12pm-4pm

Callaway Winery

Weekly on Sat | 1pm-5pm

Robert Renzoni Vineyards

Weekly on Sat & Sun | 1pm-4pm

> Grab your mittens and head down to

Sunday, Jan 5 | 12pm-6pm

Hot Glass Cold Beer Refuge Brewery

> Join us for a family friendly day at Refuge Brewery with cold beer for the adults….and rootbeer for the kids. Dan and the crew will be blowing glass artwork all day! For the safety of all…children must remain seated with an adult at all times.

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Rat Pack: 104 Years of Sinatra hippest ‘cats’ of all time: Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis, Jr., Dean Martin, Joey Bishop, and Peter Lawford. Featuring the look, feel, singing style, and attitude of the Rat Pack and Ol’ Blue Eyes himself, you will not believe your eyes and ears. The Big Band All Stars team up with the Dry Martini Orchestra to bring you this classic annual Rat Pack event.

Thursday, Jan 9 | 6pm

Old Town Night Market Baily’s Old Town Temecula

> On the 2nd Thursday of every month, Baily’s in Old Town Temecula transforms into a charming artisan market, complete with two bars and a new Market Bites menu! Shop 40 vendors in home goods, clothing, accessories, bath, beauty + more while you enjoy music and local entertainment.

Thursday, Jan 16 | 6:30pm-9:30pm

Salsa Soiree

Akash Winery & Vineyards

> Time to salsa! Come and join Ruben V and the Latin Sounds at Akash Winery.

Q's Tacos will be serving up their delicious treats. Be sure to bring your dancing shoes. +21 only

Jan 25-26 | 11am-4pm

Temecula Valley Annual Barrel Tasting Temecula Wine Country

> Start the New Year with us! This oncea -year event offers ticket holders a selfguided taste and tour of Temecula Valley! Enjoy unfinished barrel and tank wine samples, as well as finished and newly released wines, at this once-ayear barrel tasting event. Wineries will

of Lake Skinner. Start the New Year off right and join the Resolution Run!

Saturday, Feb 8 | 5:30pm

Sunday, Jan 26 | Show at 7:30pm

Pechanga Resort & Casino

Tony Bennett Concert

> Experience this event like you've

Pechanga Resort & Casino Temecula in the Pechanga Showroom.

Buy your tickets early, and get ready for an unforgettable show!

never seen it before. This year's gala will feature top-notch entertainment from The Great DuBois, a brand-new program, and new beneficiaries that will steal your hearts. For more information and to purchase tickets, go to charityforcharity.org/stars-of-the-valley.

F E B RU A RY:

Thursday-Saturday, Feb 20-22

Feb 8, 22, and 29 | 10am-Noon

Pechanga Casino Resort

> Tony Bennett is appearing live in

Edith Lynn Hornik-Beer Workshop on Writing Your Memoir Mt. San Jacinto College-Menifee Valley Campus

> Published author and journalist Edith perfectly pair delectable food samplings with their wines. Choose a singleday ticket to experience visits at up to 19 wineries or double your fun with a two-day ticket and enjoy up to 30+ wineries! Buy your tickets now at temeculavalleywinegrowers.com.

Saturday, Jan 25

Resolution Run 5k Run/Walk Lake Skinner Park

> The Resolution Run (a 5K run/walk and 1-mile kids run/walk) is a great opportunity for individuals and families to get outside, get some exercise, and have fun! Competitive runners will appreciate the professional race timing, less serious runners will enjoy the encouragement and support of our volunteers, and everyone will enjoy the natural beauty of the park and lovely views

14th Annual Stars of the Valley Extravaganza

Hornik-Beer will be coming to the Temecula Valley to give a four-week workshop on Writing Your Memoir.

Edith has been published in a myriad of newspapers—including the New York Times and the Denver Post—and her books have been published by such companies as Simon & Schuster. For more information, call 951-487-3711 or visit msjc.edu/focus. $135 Registration Fee (includes material) | Registration opens Jan 2

Sunday, Feb 2 | Competition at 3pm

12th Annual Super Chili Bowl Cougar Vineyards & Winery

> Join us for Food, Wine, Beer & Football on the BIG Screen in the Barrel Room! Price of a ticket includes chili tasting, snacks, wine, or beer. Wine Club $25 per person | Non-Wine Club $30 per person | Price increases $5 day of

California’s American Indian & Indigenous Film Festival > The CAIIFF highlights the best of current films from American Indian and Indigenous filmmakers, producers, directors, and actors working throughout Indian Country. The festival offers an event that promises not only exclusive viewings, but includes interactive dialogues with film industry professionals, selected panel discussions and opportunity for Q&A sessions after each screening.

Saturday, Feb 22 | 2pm-7pm

5k Happy Hour Run Lake Skinner Park

> The 5k Happy Hour Run™ is a unique 5K fun run focused less on speed and more on happy hour fun with friends and family. 5k Happy Hour participants come from all different ages, shapes, sizes, and speeds; every participant will get happy hour drinks and have the time of their life.

Saturday, Feb 22 | 8pm-11pm

Matt’s Magnificent Mardi Gras JDS Creative Academy

> Come hear Matt Fallesen and Hannah Freeman-Fallesen perform songs from Willy Wonka, The Greatest Showman, A Star is Born, and more. You will enjoy a Cajun menu and specialty drinks while listening to a jazz combo and dancing the night away. A special performance

by Katia the belly dancer, sword balancer, and magician from America's Got Talent will also be something you will not want to miss! $60 per person (General Admission) includes general seating, gourmet food, and 2 specialty drink tickets.

Saturday, Feb 29 | 5:30pm-Midnight

Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce Presents the 54th Annual Awards Gala Pechanga Resort & Casino

Friday, Feb 7 | 6pm-9pm

> This special event honors community

Art of the Walls The Merc

> The City of Temecula Community Services Department hosts ‘Art Off The Walls’, featuring art from a variety of artists exhibiting in multi-genre forms. The art event, in the ambiance of great music and food, is free and offers an exciting opportunity for varied artists to share their work with the community and the many visitors to Temecula.

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and business leaders who have made a positive difference and lasting contributions in our community. Always a sellout event, the gala will likely have over 600 guests in attendance. Reserve your tickets early and come support the community. F

RECIPE

Chow Bella!

by Deanna + Adelina Metoyer

HAPPY NEW YEAR, TVV READERS! AS THIS ISSUE IS DEDICATED TO HEALTH AND WELLNESS, WE HOPE YOU ARE COMMITTING YOURSELF TO HEALTHY EATING HABITS FOR YOUR OVERALL WELLBEING. WE THOUGHT WE WOULD GIVE YOU AN AWESOME RECIPE WITH A GREAT BALANCE OF TASTY, WHOLESOME FOOD AND GOOD NUTRITION! HERBS ARE ALWAYS AN EXCELLENT WAY OF ADDING FLAVOR WITHOUT A LOT OF CALORIES, AND OLIVE OIL IS A HEART HEALTHY WAY OF ENSURING MOIST AND JUICY FOOD. WE HOPE YOU TRY THIS DELICIOUS RECIPE FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY TO ENJOY—AND ADD IT TO YOUR REPERTOIRE OF DELICIOUS, BEAUTIFUL, AND GOOD-FOR-YOU MEALS!

HERB ROAS TED C H I C KE N A N D ROO T VEG ETABLE S ¾ c. olive oil 2 tbsp. fresh rosemary, minced or 2 tsp. dried 2 tbsp. fresh thyme, minced or 2 tsp. dried 2 tbsp. fresh sage, minced or 2 tsp. dried 6 chicken thighs, trimmed of extra fat and skin 1 bulb of fennel ½ lb. brussel sprouts 1 medium onion 1 bulb garlic 1 medium sweet potato 1 bunch of tri-color carrots 1 tbsp. salt, or to taste 1 tbsp. pepper, or to taste 1 8.45 oz. bottle of Temecula Olive Oil Company California Balsamico Bianco Oo La Pomegranate Preheat oven to roast at 400° if your oven has the option, and if not bake at 400°. Place chicken thighs in a large zip

lock bag, add ¼ c. of olive oil and ½ of each herb (1tbsp): rosemary, thyme, and sage. Seal well, and move chicken around bag to distribute herbs evenly.

Set aside while preparing vegetables.

Cut green top off of fennel bulb as well as root end. Take outer layers off and discard as they tend to be tough. Cut in

half lengthwise and then cut into 1” pieces. Cut off root end of Brussel sprouts and discard any loose leaves.

Leave smaller sprouts whole and cut larger in half lengthwise. Cut onion to 1” pieces. Separate each clove of garlic from bulb, smash, and peel.

Peel sweet potato, and cube to 1” pieces.

Cut off green ends of carrots and wash thoroughly. Cut into 1” pieces. The goal is to get them all to be about the same size for even cooking. In another large zip lock bag, add remaining ½ c. olive oil along with remaining 1 tbsp. of each herb. Add prepared vegetables. Seal bag and move around vegetables until evenly coated with herbs and olive oil.

Empty contents onto large sheet pan and spread evenly into one layer being careful not to crowd them or they will

KITCHEN TIPS: • We recommend fresh herbs but, in a pinch, dried will work.

• Skin left on the thighs during cooking infuses more flavor.

steam rather than roast. Sprinkle with ½ of the salt and pepper (1 ½ tsp). Place in oven and roast for about 15 min. to give them a head start. After the 15 min., carefully take out the sheet pan and place chicken thighs on top of vegetables, skin side up. Sprinkle just the thighs with the remaining 1 ½ tsp. of the salt and pepper and return to oven to finish cooking together for another 30-40 min or until chicken registers an internal temperature of 165°.

For a vegetarian option, cook the chicken on a separate sheet pan. Toss vegetables a few times throughout cooking time.

While chicken and vegetables roast, pour vinegar into small saucepan and bring to a boil. Turn down to simmer and let simmer slowly for about 7-10 min. or until slightly thickened— stirring every so often, making sure not to burn. Remove from heat and let cool, as it thickens into a glaze. Turn oven to broil for the last couple of minutes to turn the chicken and vegetables a nice golden-brown color. Drizzle pomegranate reduction over chicken and vegetables and enjoy!

For more information on the Temecula Olive Oil Company products featured in this recipe, visit temeculaoliveoil.com.

• Any combination of root vegetables can be substituted.

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29243 Ridgeline CT 31791 Rancho Vista RD 42365 Vista Montana CT 40920 Los Ranchos CIR 34450 Calle Sereno 24892 Ravensview CT 25120 Las Palmeras DR 44815 Via Renaissance 41930 Noel CIR

$1,200,000 $1,090,000 $1,099,999 $1,170,000 $1,320,000 $1,435,000 $1,450,000 $1,635,000 $1,900,000

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11/27/2019 12/5/2019 11/29/2019 12/10/2019 11/21/2019 11/22/2019 11/13/2019 12/13/2019 11/29/2019

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