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DEPARTMENTS 6 SET IN STONE • Eat, drink, and be merry 14 COASTAL EXPOSURE Featuring our best coastal images of Oceanside on tap. Photography by Renordo Bowen and Zach Cordner 20 HIDDEN GEMS • Z-Market 22 OCEANSIDE’S FINEST • John Daley 26 ACTIVE O • Stroller Warriors 28 ARTS • Star Theatre 48 COMMUNITY • Oceanside’s Women’s Resource Center 50 HOMEGROWN • Chuy Reyna 52 LOCAL BUSINESS • Whitlock Ink & Whitlock Surf Co. 54 LOCAL RETAILER • Oceanside Photo & Telescope 56 LOCAL FLAVOR • Jitters Coffee Pub RESTAURANT REVIEW 58 COASTAL • Pour House 60 VALLEY • Royal Buffet 62 INLAND • Poki Poki 64 RESTAURANT AND BAR GUIDE The Osider's guide to all the best bars and eateries in town

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69 FAST FORWARD TO YESTERDAY Oceanside High School

FEATURES 32 TEN THINGS YOU DIDN’T KNOW ABOUT OCEANSIDE HIGH SCHOOL Learn about the history of the OHS Pirates 36 PARADE OF LIGHTS Dazzling Christmas lights at the Harbor

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What an amazing year 2016 has been for Oceanside. New businesses continue to prosper and grow, people are coming here in droves to enjoy the fruits that our labor has cultivated, and property value is on the rise. It seems to me that every neighborhood is taking more and more pride in community events, the preservation of our parks, and our home fronts. It’s pretty safe to say that Oceanside is the last true beach town in Southern California that continues to grow. Mind you, this is all happening during what most consider the craziest presidential election year ever to take place here in America. Not too shabby for a city that was often looked down upon by the rest of Southern California. Well, not any more. This is really just the beginning for the new-and-improved Oceanside.

So while all the politicians do whatever it takes to get the win, we’ll all continue to win together because that’s what we’ve always done here in Oceanside. The city may be going through a lot of change, but it’s the respect and pride of our residents that makes Oceanside the best city on the planet. Enjoy the holiday season with friends and family. Eat, drink, be merry, and most of all be thankful for where we live. I know I am. Truly blessed,

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COASTAL EXPOSURES US Coast Guard rescue demonstration at this year's Harbor Days event. Photography by Renordo Bowen

COASTAL EXPOSURES Family silhouettes at sunset. Photography by Zach Cordner

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DR. KATHY TOOSIE KINDER, GENTLER RADIATION THERAPY FOR EARLY-STAGE BREAST CANCER PATIENTS PRESENTED BY TRI-CITY MEDICAL CENTER

If you were to call Dr. Kathy Toosie “contagious,” you’d have to be talking about her incredible contagious passion for an innovative new form of breast cancer care. As a long-time and local board-certified general surgeon with a special expertise in breast and laparoscopic surgeries, Dr. Toosie jumped at the chance to reduce the side effects and stress for North County’s earlystage breast cancer patients. In August, she and her radiation oncology colleagues at Tri-City Medical Center started evaluating Stage 1 and 2 breast cancer patients for what is called intra-operative radiation therapy (or IORT). With IORT, Dr. Toosie and her Tri-City team deliver a full, concentrated dose of radiation at the time of the patient’s lumpectomy, targeting cancer cells and sparing healthy tissue, such as the skin, heart, lungs, and ribs. “While the surgical cavity is still open, I temporarily insert a miniaturized X-ray source in a flexible balloon-shaped applicator. It’s only in THEOSIDER.COM

“I’m thrilled to bring IORT to our patients who are good candidates.” the lumpectomy cavity for about an hour,” explained Dr. Toosie. “Because the radiation dose is so localized, it can be very small and just as effective as far heavier external radiation doses. And, best of all—it doesn’t have the side-effects.” “I’m thrilled to bring IORT to our patients who are good candidates,” added Dr. Toosie. “It also requires only a fraction of the treatment time. The traditional treatment regimen—five days per week for three-to-six weeks—is so tough on women, their careers, and their families. Offering my patients, who are good candidates, a oneday, single dose treatment option is one of the most gratifying points in my career to date.” 18

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Oceanside is a city with a great amount of diversity, and that means there’s a great variety of small businesses that provide us with truly unique products and places to eat. Many hidden gems can be found within our city borders. Some are tucked in throughout our colorful neighborhoods, but there’s also some that you might drive by everyday without even knowing it. Located on the bustling corner of Mission Avenue and Airport Road, Z-Market is definitely not a “hidden” Oceanside business, but it is most certainly a “gem” and a hub of community activity in the valley. The market itself is a “onestop” spot for basically any household necessity you may be looking for; like groceries, cleaning products, or electronic accessories—you name it, Z-Market has it. And, of course, it has a full selection of beers, wines, spirits, and snacks. But what truly makes Z-Market a hidden gem, and hot spot at lunch time, is their delicious food and the hard-working owners who truly care about their customers and their community. Owners Jimmy and Grace Faco have been running their Z-Market in Oceanside since 1991. The original location was across the street and started with a very small kitchen, which Grace used to make sandwiches and other “to go” food items. As the business grew, so did the kitchen, and sixteen years later, Jimmy and Grace purchased the land across THEOSIDER.COM

the street to build a bigger store with an even better kitchen. The market has a friendly atmosphere and Jimmy and Grace are always on hand greeting customers by name as they walk in. You might not think of getting a quality meal at a convenience store, but the Z-Market menu has a great variety of meal choices made with fresh ingredients that keep the regulars coming back for more. The tamales have a near cult-like following, so plan on arriving before the lunchtime rush to make sure you get yours! You can take your food to go or eat in the cafe set up inside the market, and if you’re in a hurry, you can even call in an order to pick up. As business owners, Jimmy and Grace appreciate the good-natured people who call Oceanside home and feel it’s important to give back to the community as much as possible. Z-Market donates food and supplies to the Boys & Girls Club for fundraising events, and they organize a food donation to families in need in Mexico at least once a year, driving the two tons or more of goods that they collect across the border themselves with their children. Giving back to those who are less fortunate is extremely important to Jimmy and Grace. Spend a few moments chatting with them and you’ll quickly see what truly kind-hearted individuals they are. Lucky for us, they chose to open the Z-Market in Oceanside 25 years ago and don’t have plans to move anytime soon! 20

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John Daley is probably the most well known on downtown history walks. He points out long- took over, it was called Randy’s Coffee Shop. “regular Joe” in town. “Regular” because of his standing buildings and shares stories of their People started calling me Randy, so I had to do humble, easygoing nature, and “well known” many uses over the decades. The walks something about that,” said Daley. for his passion for local history. He helped in include a couple of Irving Gill buildings. So he changed the diner’s name, and founding the Oceanside Historical Society Daley said he loves history, but is also helped see through the renovation of the a couple of years before the city celebrated glad to see Oceanside change and grow to a 88-year-old diner to its original look. He also its 100-year anniversary in 1988, and John city of nearly 180,000. To help the city progress, took up the hobby of collecting vintage Coast has served as its president and current vice he’s run several mayor and council member Highway memorabilia, which will eventually be president ever since. campaigns. He continues to speak at City donated to the historical society. “From its first inception, the historical One thing that never changed society was not about collecting dusty about the diner is the all-American ““Everything I do is for the good artifacts,” said Daley. Instead it houses comfort food it serves. Daley said an archive of over 20,000 photographs, customers just would not have it. The of the community. It's a great city videos, and documents of Oceanside’s 101 Cafe remains a city icon and a with great people.”” rich history. He has tirelessly worked popular stop for vintage car cruises. firsthand to collect a lot of the material After recently closing that chapter including stories from longtime residents. Council meetings about pressing issues, but of his career, John continues to serve as the Daley was born, raised, and schooled in he finds it more effective to talk directly to historical society vice president and enjoy the Oceanside. His career in land sales and as a council members about his concerns. city he loves. Before most people are awake, co-owner of several local sand mining “Everything I do is for the good of the he likes to stroll The Strand and capture early operations further expanded his circle of community,” said Daley. “It’s a great city with morning photos of the moon as it descends into acquaintances and friends, thus providing him great people.” the ocean. with abundant opportunities to collect historical Another mark Daley has made is his 30Going forward, we’re pretty certain that photos and stories. year run as co-owner of the 101 Cafe. One of Daley will be uncovering more of our city’s In addition to gathering historical data, the first orders of business as new owner was diverse history for many years to come. John also shares his knowledge of Oceanside to change the diner’s name. “When we first Oceanside is lucky to call John Daley its own.

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On a recent sunny morning at Buccaneer Park (as the locals stopped by for their morning coffee or wave check), other cars pulled into the lot and their drivers began unloading strollers, kids, snacks, and running gear—all while adorning their bright colored shirts bearing their club’s name, the “Stroller Warriors®.” They congregated near the picnic tables and as one of the coordinators announced upcoming events, the children and their moms greeted each other with warm smiles and welcoming hugs. This gathering is only a small sample of the 37 chapters led by active-duty military spouses that meet worldwide and are based out of US military installations. Stephanie Geraghty originally founded Stroller Warriors® in 2010 out of Camp Lejeune in North Carolina with the mission to help military families live happier, healthier lives through fitness, friendship, networking, fundraising, and community outreach. What began as a free running club designed to connect with other active “stay at home moms,” soon evolved into a global organization that not only focuses on running, but also offers book clubs, ladies nights, brunches, yoga, paddle boarding, prayer meetings, and support for members with a deployed or injured spouse. Our local club (based out of Camp Pendleton) was the fourth chapter to open and is currently coordinated by Sarah Viczorek, Sharon Grummer, and Joy Granter. With a typical attendance of tento-twenty members on any particular morning, Owner, they actually have about 80 members who cycle Dre Dee in and out and juggle their busy schedules to THEOSIDER.COM

attend one of their many available activities. For their morning runs, they meet at a number of different locations from Oceanside to San Clemente. They start out with a 40-minute workout, followed by some time for the children to play and the moms to catch up with each other. Though they’re first and foremost a running club, they take pride in welcoming all levels of fitness and children and strollers are not a requirement. “The goal is to create a community of military spouses where individuals can meet new people with similar challenges, have a safe space to talk and receive support when needed. Although we have twice weekly runs, we’ve also become a bit of a social club with our comedy and craft nights. We also plan safe events for our kids, such as fire station tours, strawberry picking, and our upcoming Trunk or Treat. We’re always looking for ways to give back to the community, whether it be fundraising, food drives or beach clean ups,” said Sarah. Since active-duty military families are often moving and may find themselves in new towns where they may not know anyone, Sarah recommends checking their group’s Facebook page. There they keep an updated calendar with current runs and activities, as well as maintaining an active feed where people can chat about any topic, get advice, find running buddies, schedule play-dates, and be aware of community events. With Camp Pendleton our close neighbor, Oceanside is proud to host our military families. Most of our small business owners do their best for our soldiers, so it’s only natural that we 26

extend that hospitality to their families. So if you happen to see our local chapter of Stroller Warriors ® on a run or in one of our parks, give them a wave, and remember: These are the true heroes—living in support of their spouses, and our country’s future everyday.

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“First opened as a movie theater, the original ticket booth outside reminds old-timers of first dates and classic movies.”

The Children of Eden production in September/October of 2016.

Since 1956, the Star Theatre has been illuminating downtown Oceanside with its neon star marquee as a memorable beacon to motorists driving along the coast. First opened as a movie theater, the original ticket booth outside reminds oldtimers of first dates and classic movies. In its 60 years, the Star Theatre has seen its glory and its decay, but today, in 2016, the building and its theatrical line-up are thriving and anticipating the best years to come. Built in an era when neon signs on buildings were a necessity for every city, architect William Glenn Balch designed a theater that utilized space for maximum efficiency—the seats are over the lobby. Balch designed seventeen theaters total, but Star Theatre was the largest in his portfolio, and the last one that remains open. Since being purchased in 2000 as a live theater venue, 520 seats were removed to make way for a state-of-the-art stage with 466 seats remaining. With its current tenants, the historical building has gradually been returning to its original glory with enhancement projects. The biggest and most notable project occurred two years ago when the neon sign, which is the largest neon marquee west of the Mississippi, was fixed for $110,000. Since 2000, Star Theatre is the current residence of Star Theatre Company and Star Theatre Coast Kids (STCK). Under the direction of Producing Artistic Director David Schulz, Star Theatre produces six shows each year that attract talented actors from all walks of life. Of those six shows, two are youth shows. With six

shows per year, Star Theatre Company is always in production. Almost every day of the week is filled with auditions, rehearsals, and choir practice. The building is almost too small to host all the activity, and Schulz is currently seeking a space nearby to expand groups, such as Star Theatre Coast Kids. To celebrate 60 years and raise $60,000, the event $ixty for 60 will be held on Saturday,

November 5th at Cape Rey Hilton in Carlsbad. The public is invited, but if it’s not possible a to attend, a $60 tax-deductible donation is requested as part of the $ixty for 60 campaign. With funds raised, the Star Theatre will continue enhancement projects. “She’s in the best shape, but there’s still work to do, including full transfer to LED lights, which will cost approximately $40,000,” explained Schulz. The raised funds also provide scholarships because Schulz doesn’t want any child turned away from the theatre company. Great shows for all audiences abound this winter season! In November, the Star Theatre Coast Kids presents Shrek the Musical from November 11th-20th. In December, Star Theatre’s annual tradition, Annie, will run December 9th-18th. Annie is Star Theatre’s most popular production. Each year, Schulz handpicks a dynamic line-up for theatre aficionados. Hot off the press, the upcoming 2017 line-up is: February: Star Theatre Co - Neil Simon’s Barefoot In The Park May: STCK - Disney’s The Lion King Jr. July: Star Theatre Co - West Side Story September: Star Theatre Co - The Addams Family November: STCK - Grease December: Star Theatre Co - Annie

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Don't miss out on this year's Turkey Trot on November 24th at 7am at the Oceanside Civic Center.

NOVEMBER 2016 SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

Open Mic Night @ Legacy Brewing Co. 7-9pm

WEDNESDAY

Paint N Enjoy @ Surfside Tap Room 6-7:30pm

Trivia Night @ LTH 7-9pm

29th Annual Toys For Tots Benefit & Motorcycle Ride @ Kennedy’s Custom Cycles 8am-12pm

Let’s Make A Deal Live! @ Harrah’s 8pm

ELECTION DAY Trivia Night @ Barrel Republic 7-9pm Free Concert By The Pier @ Junior Seau Amphitheater 5:307:30pm

Trivia Night @ Barrel Republic 7-9pm

Interactive Presentation: Beauties Beasts @ OMA 10:30am-12pm

Trivia Night @ LTH 7-9pm

Scholastic Surf Series @ South Harbor Jetty 7am-4pm

Snow Goose Global Thanksgiving @ 1302 Stewart Street 1pm

Oside Turkey Trot Expo @ Junior Seau Amphitheater 3-6:30pm

Oside Turkey Trot Expo @ Junior Seau Amphitheater 1:30-5pm Senior Festival of Miles @ Civic Center 10am

Trivia Night @ Barrel Republic 7-9pm

FRIDAY

Sunset Market 5-9pm

Tony Bennett with special guest Antonia Bennett @ Harrah’s 9pm

Farmer's Market 9am-1pm

First Friday Art Walk 5-8pm

VETERANS’ DAY Shrek The Musical @ Star Theatre 7:30-8:30pm

Farmer's Market 9am-1pm

THANKSGIVING DAY Oceanside Turkey Trot @ Civic Center 7-11:15am

Farmer's Market 9am-1pm Sunset Market 5-9pm

SATURDAY

Seventh Annual Bike The Coast/Taste The Coast @ Junior Seau Amphitheater 5am-5pm

Heritage Park Fall Festival @ Heritage Park 12-4pm Let’s Make A Deal Live! @ Harrah’s 8pm

Sunset Market 5-9pm

Trivia Night @ LTH 7-9pm

THURSDAY

Scholastic Surf Series @ South Harbor Jetty 7am-4pm

Tis The Season To Shop Local @ Downtown Oside 11am-6pm

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DECEMBER 2016 SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

Holiday Tree Lighting @ Regal Plaza 6-8:30pm Music At The Museum @ OMA 6:30-9pm

Trivia Night @ LTH 7-9pm Open Mic Night @ Legacy Brewing Co. 7-9pm

Scholastic Surf Series @ South Harbor Jetty 7am-4pm

Paint N Enjoy @ Surfside Tap Room 6-7:30pm

Farmer's Market 9am-1pm Sunset Market 5-9pm

Farmer's Market 9am-1pm Sunset Market 5-9pm Mission Cooking Class @ Mission San Luis Rey 6:30-8:30pm

Trivia Night @ Barrel Republic 7-9pm Trivia Night @ LTH 7-9pm

CHRISTMAS DAY

SoCal High School Soccer Classic @ SoCal Sports Complex

Paint N Enjoy @ Surfside Tap Room 6-7:30pm

SoCal High School Soccer Classic @ SoCal Sports Complex

Farmer's Market 9am-1pm

FRIDAY

First Friday Art Walk 5-8pm

Farmer's Market 9am-1pm Sunset Market 5-9pm

Two Door Cinema Club @ Harrah’s 8pm

Queen Latifah @ Harrah’s 9pm

Opening Night of Annie Jr. @ Star Theatre 7:30pm

Scholastic Surf Series @ South Harbor Jetty 7am-4pm

Iliza: The Confirmed Kills Tour @ Harrah’s 9pm

Miracle on 34th Street (A Live Radio Show)@ Sunshine Brooks Theatre 7:309:30pm

Sunset Market 5-9pm

SATURDAY

Parade of Lights @ Oceanside Harbor 7-9pm

10 Trains For Kids @ Heritage Park 10am3pm Harbor Wine Cruises @ Oceanside Harbor 5-7pm

HANUKKAH BEGINS Tango On The Beach @ Pacific Street Linear Park 7-8:30pm

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Established in 1906, Oceanside High School is celebrating its 110th anniversary. The first principal was Professor W. H. Hensey, who ushered in the first year. Known for its dominance in sports, the school has produced a number of professional athletes. OHS also has an exemplary legacy of producing successful businessmen and women, including two Deputy Mayors of our very own city, two Superior Court Judges, and a Congressman. The current principal is another success story: Teresa Hill-Collis, who graduated from Oceanside High in 1985. From student, to resource specialist, to assistant principal, and now principalâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Collis is a great example of accomplishment and achievement.

OHS color guard, 1983.

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The original schoolhouse in 1910.

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OHS basketball courts, 1926.

OHS baseball team, circa 1920s.

Oceanside’s first high school was located in the upper floor of the Oceanside School House, which was built in 1888. In 1906, by a vote of 143 to 17, it was determined that the new Oceanside-Carlsbad Union High School should be located in Oceanside. The first graduating class was in 1909, which were all girls: Marguerite Brannen, Ramona Rieke, Sybil Spencer, Edith Cotterel, and Enice Everett. These girls also comprised the school’s basketball team. THEOSIDER.COM

A new high school building was built in 1913, which held classrooms, a study hall, a faculty office, and a home economics room. That year, there were a total of 55 students and 3 teachers. In 1915, the high school enrollment was 55: twelve seniors, thirteen juniors, fifteen sophomores, and fifteen freshmen.

A new science building was added in 1920 and the following year, five-and-a-half acres were purchased for additional classrooms and an auditorium.

In 1927, the high school had 266 students and twelve teachers. Students from as far away as Vista, Encinitas, and Del Mar were bussed to Oceanside’s high school until about 1936 when smaller towns established their own schools.

A junior college was added to the campus in 1934, which would later become MiraCosta College. In 1935, the original wing of the high school was demolished and rebuilt. During the reconstruction, students attended classes in tents.

OHS Pirate C.R. Roberts in 1953.

OHS yearbook picture of Barbara Mandrell in 1966.

Student Marv Humphries at OHS auto shop class, 1941.

OHS campus, 1983.

Escondido was Oceanside’s biggest rival in sports and other athletic meets. For years, bonfires were held on Mission Avenue, east of the high school and Escondido’s mascot, the Cougar, would be burned in effigy.

The City of Carlsbad opened its own high school in 1957, which at the time was a devastating split for many students. The student body was again divided in 1975 when “Oceanside High School East” was established, now known as El Camino High School.

For more information about Oceanside’s history, please visit oceansidehistoricalsociety.org.

Graduation ceremonies were held on the school grounds and eventually the gymnasium for decades, but since the 1960s graduations have been held at the beach, in what’s now known as the Junior Seau Pier Amphitheatre.

In 2000, the campus was remodeled to include a new Science and Technology Building. The exterior of OHS doubled as “Neptune High” in the television series Veronica Mars.

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Just some of the notable graduates include:

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Barbara Mandrell (1965 Miss Oceanside, Country and Western Star) Chris Chambliss (MLB, Pro baseball player, Cleveland Indians, New York Yankees) Junior Seau (NFL, San Diego Chargers and Miami Dolphins) C. R. Roberts (USC Trojans and San Francisco 49ers) Willie Buchanon (NFL, San Diego Chargers and Green Bay Packers) John Steiger (City Councilman, Deputy Mayor) Lucy Chavez (City councilwoman, Deputy Mayor)

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r Parade of Lights Dazzling Christmas lights on the ocean WORDS: ELIZABETH SCHWARTZE PHOTOS: ZACH CORDNER

How fitting that one of Oceansideâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most cherished holiday events is located on the ocean! Hosted by Oceanside Yacht Club, the annual Parade of Lights is a dazzling holidaythemed event thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s free for the whole family to enjoy at Oceanside Harbor. It takes place this year on Saturday, December 10th and beginning at 7:00 p.m., the Harbor sparkles and shimmers with Christmas lights as decorated sea vessels of all shapes and sizes cruise around for the amusement of the audience.

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Oceanside Harbor Parade of Lights

With mesmerizing Christmas lights reflected on the water, some favorite nautical sightings have included: A Christmas Story themed boat; Santa Claus pulling his eight reindeer (that are actually dinghies); and a Christmas ghost ship. There’ll be a few Santa’s waving from boats to make the evening poignant and memorable for children. Participants compete for trophies for the best decorated sea vessel by size. A panel of three-to-five judges comprised of community leaders judges the boats. Winning a nautical-themed trophy is a big deal, but the main reason most boat owners participate is to generate holiday spirit. The Siemer family, Oceanside Harbor slip renters and owners of Reel Crazy, have participated for three years with three generations decorating their dinghy. Jessica (Siemer) Hunter explained why her family participates, “I love that all boats, including kayaks, can participate. We spend the day as a family decorating and being part of the community with festive music and parties on the docks.” The best place to view the Parade of Lights is from anywhere in the harbor! The event grows each year, and on a clear night, about twenty-five THEOSIDER.COM

“The Harbor sparkles and shimmers with Christmas lights as decorated sea vessels of all shapes and sizes cruise around for the amusement of the audience."

sea vessels parade around the harbor. With each boat making two laps around the entirety of the marina, there really isn’t a bad seat in the house. It’s a popular event, so make sure to arrive early to get good parking and a good viewpoint. Most parking around the harbor is free after 6:00 p.m.. Make it a night and patron an Oceanside Harbor restaurant and shop the harbor stores. All the restaurants and stores are open for business with many helping make the evening more festive by offering holiday specials. Dominic’s by the Harbor sells hot caramel apple cider and hot

chocolate to passers-by as a fundraiser for Oceanside Breakers. Tore Trupiano of Dominic’s loves Parade of Lights because, “it’s an event that brings the community to the Harbor and grows bigger every year, which is a positive for business.” Dominic’s usually reaches capacity with reservations far in advance. It’s a busy night for the harbor restaurants, so plan accordingly for dinner reservations. This is the first year that the newly opened Rising Sun Sushi will be experiencing the crowds from Parade of Lights. Head Chef 39

at Rising Sun, Tony Tan, is looking forward to showcasing the restaurant to new customers while accommodating regular customers. Touting the title “Friendliest yacht club in the United States of America and the world,” Oceanside Yacht Club hosts the annual Parade of Lights. Yacht club members couldn’t pin down the exact year Parade of Lights began at Oceanside Harbor, but are glad they can coordinate the event each year for the community. Yacht club member Pat Gadbois loves it: “It’s very community-oriented, and it’s fun because you don’t need to be part of an organization to participate,” said Pat. It’s free to participate and interested parties can register their sea vessel at the office in advance. Located at 1950 North Harbor Drive (the northernmost end of the harbor), the Oceanside Yacht Club is a “members only” club. However, approximately 25% of the members are non-boat owners. The club keeps an active social calendar, including races and 4th of July’s Yankee Doodle Dinghy Parade. Visit Oceanside Harbor this holiday season for dining and shopping and remember to sail down on Saturday, December 10th to delight in Parade of Lights. It’s a nautical holiday event fitting for Oceanside! THEOSIDER.COM

Oceanside BREWERY GUIDE 2016 WORDS: JAMEY STONE PHOTOS: ZACH CORDNER

As you can tell, Jamey loves his job very much.

Any way you slice it, nothing’s better than an ice-cold beer. Even better than that is a frosty ice cold craft beer. North County has quickly become the capitol of the craft beer scene here in San Diego, and Oceanside is home to many of the best. The staff here at The Osider loves a cold one as much as the next guy, so we’ve done all the heavy lifting for you by presenting you with our Oceanside Brewery Guide. Believe me when I tell you that we love what we do—especially when it comes to drinking beer for the greater good.

BREAKWATER BREWING CO.

Beach Honey

Rasbiscus Mead

DMJ IPA

Head Brewer Rich Carney and Owner Shannon Sager

Year Established: 2008 Head Brewer: Rich Carney Why Oceanside? When we first looked at where we wanted to do this, there was nothing like Oceanside. It made perfect sense to open up shop here. The locals have given us amazing support. They’re so loyal here that without them, we wouldn’t have made it work. Distribution: San Diego area restaurants. The flagship location is here in Oceanside. Awards: 2016 World Beer Cup gold medal for their Rye Dawn Brown ale Offering: 15-18 beers Special Project: The Walk About Stout is our Oak Chip Vanilla Bean Stout. Our new Run About Stout will be based on the former, but with a coffee-base added to the flavor profile. Beer Philosophy: We make beers that the locals prefer. Catering to the home crowd who support our business just seems to make sense for us. If they like it, then we feel that everyone else will, too. We prefer to make beers with clean and consistent flavors that shine through in the finished product.

Breakwater Brewing Co. 101 North Coast Highway (760) 433-6064 breakwaterbrewing.com Instagram @breakwaterbrew

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BELCHING BEAVER BREWERY Year Established: 2012 Head Brewers: Troy Smith (Co-founder), Tom Vogel (Co-founder), and Dave Mobley (Cofounder) Why Oceanside? Oceanside had the perfect space for our new brewery/tasting room. We wanted to be a part of a growing city that embraces the craft beer scene and understands what good beer is all about. Distribution: US retailers, restaurants, and a home tasting room Awards: World Beer Cup several medals Offering: 12-15 staple beers. Tasting room has 20-25 on average Special Project: Collaboration with the band, The Deftones. Beer Philosophy: We really want to take the pinky lifting out of the beer industry. Beer drinking should be loose and fun without sacrificing quality and flavor. Paring beers with our tavern location helps to create flavors that mesh well with many different types of food.

Co-founder, Troy Smith

Belching Beaver Brewery 1334 Rocky Point Drive (760) 732-1415 belchingbeaver.com Instagram @belchingbeaveroside

GOLDEN COAST MEAD

Head Brewers Chris Herr and Joe Connolly

Orange Blossom

California Oak

Savage Bois

Year Established: 2012 Head Brewers: Frank Golbeck, Joe Connolly, and Chris Herr Why Oceanside? Why not Oceanside? Distribution: Specialty grocery, tasting room, and restaurants Offering: 3-6 different Meads Special Project: Stone Liberty Station collaboration Mead Philosophy: Eco-forward approach, sourcing natural honey, sustainable philanthropy, and change the beekeeper market. Help it become be more of a viable market. Aspires to be the Patagonia of Mead makers.

Golden Coast Mead 4089 Oceanside Boulevard Suite H (760) 630-4468 goldencoastmead.com Instagram @goldencoastmead

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LEGACY BREWING CO. Year Established: 2013 Head Brewer: Mark Mericle Why Oceanside? We enjoy making beer for both the local community as well as those who have served for our country. Being located just off of the 76 Highway allows us to do both with easy access for everyone. Distribution: Legacy Tap Room, restaurants, direct sales, and retail Awards: World Beer Cup 2016 3rd place for That Guava Beer Offering: 14-15 beers Special Project: Two new locations in Vista/ San Clemente in the near future. Beer Philosophy: Legacy Brewing Co. is built on the foundation of carrying on the legacy of great American values. That’s why the people who serve our country are so important to us. We really listen to the customer and what they’re into. They’re the most important part of our family.

Legacy Brewing Co. 363 Airport Road (760) 705-3221 legacybrewingco.com Instagram: @legacybrewing

Owners, John Snyder and Mark Mericle (L to R): The Chesty Irish Red Orange Blossom IPA That Guava Beer

MASON ALE WORKS Year Established: 2015 Brewer/Creative Designer: Jason De La Torre Why Oceanside? We wanted to be a part of Oceanside’s growing food and beverage culture because of its like-minded community. The people here really understand the craft beer culture and are excited to learn more about our craft. Distribution: Stone brewery, draft only. Offering: 8-10 beers Special Project: Keep A Breast collaboration. A Berlinerweisse beer fused with watermelon and cucumber. Portions of the proceeds go toward the fight against breast cancer. Beer Philosophy: Based on the Free Mason fundamentals of hard work, craftsmanship, and professionalism. The artisanal approach to their brewing shines through by using only the best ingredients to create their flight of beers.

Brewers Jason de la Torre and Mike Rodriguez

Mason Ale Works/Urge Gastropub & Whiskey bank 2002 South Coast Highway (760) 429-7424 masonaleworks.com Instagram @masonaleworks

Charley Hustle Red IPA

Cash Imperial Coffee Stout

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OCEANSIDE BREWING COMPANY Year Established: 2016 Head Brewer: Greg Distefano/Tomas Bryant Why Oceanside? I’ve been a South Oceanside resident brewing for 25 years. I registered the name fifteen years ago. We wanted to put the west coast brewing scene on the map and Oceanside is the perfect hub. With its diverse coastal community, it’s the perfect place to be. At the same time, we give back to those who serve our country with special pricing. Distribution: Tasting room with bottling distribution coming in January 2017 Awards: Gold Medal Soke (Rice Barley Wine) North American Beer Awards Offering: 20 beers Special Project: Hand bottling in reusable ceramic bottles. Beer Philosophy: We make true craft beer, which means small batch runs only. Everything is handcrafted with each beer having its own special yeast blend provided by Oceanside’s own Real Brewers Yeast. Made for locals by locals.

Tomas Bryant, Greg Distefano, and his son Gage Distefano and the biggest flight of beers you've ever seen—“The Bomber.ˮ

Corps IPA

Oceanside Brewing Company 312 Via Del Norte (760) 453-7900 oceansidebrewingco.com Instagram @oceansidebrewingcom

BAGBY BEER COMPANY

Ryet On Man: German Style Weiss Grief Counselor: American Strong Pale Ale Sweet Rye Bohemian Style Pilsner

Year Established: 2014 Head Brewer: Jeff Bagby Why Oceanside? I grew up in Encinitas, so I wanted to be a part of the growing North County food and beverage scene. At the same time, I felt that Oceanside needed more of a “brewery” vibe in its mix. We found this great space to build this multi-use property. We love being right here in downtown Oceanside. Distribution: Restaurants, bars, and the California flagship brewery here in Oceanside Awards: Great American festival 2016 Gold medal for the Sweet Rye Bohemian Pilsner Offering: 15-25 beers Beer Philosophy: We brew world-class beer based on the classic styles and tradition of our forefathers while upholding the heritage of craft beer. This means that attention to detail is key. We never want lose the quality or taste in anything we produce. We take great honor in serving our clientele with only the best quality beer possible.

Owner, Jeff Bagby

Bagby Beer Company 601 South Coast Highway (760) 270-9075 bagbybeer.com Instagram @bagbybeer

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MIDNIGHT JACK BREWING COMPANY

(L to R): Lucky 7 IPA Jakctoberfest Dunkel Chocolate Bourbon Cake Stout

Year Established: 2016 Head Brewer: John Scheri Why Oceanside? Being an Oceanside resident for over ten years, we’ve been able to watch the city grow and embrace new business, including the brewery scene. It’s very appealing for us to stay local. Distribution: Local restaurants, taproom Offering: 12-20 beers Special Project: Chocolate Mint Stout collaboration for the holidays with OBC. Beer Philosophy: I’d bought a cheap home brew kit and the first batch it produced wasn’t very good. I’ve always had a pallet for craft beer, so I purchased a proper home brewing equipment and eventually perfected my first brew in 1992. From there, I started brewing every weekend. I fell love with the process. As they say, “Love you what you do and you everything else will follow.” That passion continues with everything we produce today.

Midnight Jack Brewing Company 3801 Oceanic Drive Suite #1 (760) 637-9679 midnightjackbrewing.com Instagram @midnightjackbrewing Owner, John Scheri

OCEANSIDE ALE WORKS Year Established: 2006 Head Brewers: Robert Paramore and Mark Purciel Why Oceanside? Oceanside is where I live and we have a lot of pride in our city. I was the 4th brewer in San Diego, and I wanted to make sure Oceanside was our home base. So we bought a building and started on our quest to brew beer the local patrons could get behind and enjoy. Distribution: Taproom, bottles, restaurants, and bars. Awards: Bronze medal in the 2013 Great American Beer Festival for the Oxy Moron Black IPA. Offering: 15 beers Special Project: Cassis Blackberry Lambic (Funk-N-delicious) for Thanksgiving delivery Beer Philosophy: We prefer the term “Indy” beer because we brew manually. No automation here. We aim to have something for everyone in our offering. My extreme OCD led to beer making. All of my friends liked it so much that it eventually turned into my career.

(L to R): Zen@10 IPA Big Ru Scottish Wee Heavy Orange Agave Wheat Pierview Pale

Oceanside Ale Works 1800 Ord Way (760) 721-4ALE Oceansidealeworks.net Instagram @oawbrew Owner, Mark Purciel

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CELEBRATE THIS HOLIDAY SEASON WITH ZERO WASTE WORDS: JENNA RORIPAUGH PHOTOS: ZACH CORDNER

THE HOLIDAY SEASON IS UPON US! It’s a time of gathering with family and friends to celebrate and appreciate the abundance we enjoy in our lives. While all of this celebrating brings joy and good cheer, it also brings a wake of unfortunate aftermath—waste! The average American generates an average of 25-percent more waste between Thanksgiving and New Years Day, and an additional three times more food waste according the Environmental Protection Agency. Is all this really necessary? It’s time to rethink our holiday celebrations to not only create less waste, but also simplify the usual craziness. Perhaps in the process we’ll all find a little more joy and a little less stress!

Give the gift of skydiving in Oceanside this holiday season.

GIVE EXPERIENCES THIS YEAR— NOT STUFF! Let’s face it, we all want to experience new activities with the ones we love. Why not make our loved ones happy this year by giving them an activity you can do together and create a special memory? We have so many great experiences right here in Oceanside, from the relaxing to the adventurous. Below are just a few ideas: Massage Restaurant Gift Cards Paddleboarding or Kayaking Whale Watching or Sunset Cruise Rock Climbing Skydiving Workout Classes Event Tickets 46

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Use last years cards to create personalized cards and wrapping for your friends and family.

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Reuse the mason jar from the homemade apple butter you received last year and fill it with an easy soup recipes to keep your loved ones warm this winter.

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Shop vintage and thrift stores for unusual picture frames and fill them with photos of special moments shared for that personalized gift.

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Give the gift of “Zero Waste” with a cool new reusable shopping bag, lunch container, or water bottle.

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Make sure your guests know they’re attending a “Zero Waste” event. Set up a recycle, landfill, and compost sorting station and make sure guests know where it is.

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Ditch the disposables! Uses reusable plates, flatware and cups. A fun idea is to gather unique holiday plates and glassware from your favorite reuse stores. This gets your message of “Zero Waste” to your guests in a festive way that they won’t forget.

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Have a finger food party to avoid needing plates and flatware all together!

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Make sure you have plenty of reusable containers or aluminum foil on hand for guests to take home leftovers to avoid food waste.

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If having a more formal event, contact a local charity that can take your leftovers when the party is over.

After celebrations are over, take advantage of the City’s additional holiday services at your curb. HOLIDAY TREES: Waste Management collects Holiday trees curbside for three weeks following December 25th on your regular collection day. The holiday trees are composted at Oceanside’s El Corazon Compost Facility. However, flocked trees cannot be recycled and must be disposed of through your regular waste services.

HOLIDAY WRAP: Your holiday wrap can be recycled! Just like any other paper product, remember to place your wrapping paper in your blue recycling cart. If you’re extra creative, keep some of your holiday wrapping paper to use for next year’s DIY holiday tags and cards.

DONATE THE OLD WHEN YOU BRING IN THE NEW: So this holiday season you got a new television or computer. That’s great, but don’t forget about your old one. If it still works, then donate it! If not, residents of Oceanside are allowed three pick-ups of up to five bulky items every year, and three pick-ups of up to five e-waste items every year.

Residents can call Waste Management at (760) 439-2824 to schedule their pick-ups at least 24 hours before their regular scheduled collection day. Waste Management will then pick up your items curbside. 47

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OCEANSIDE’S WOMEN’S RESOURCE CENTER HELPING WOMEN AND FAMILIES IN CRISIS WORDS: ALONDRA FIGUEROA PHOTOS: ZACH CORDNER

The dedicated team at WRC are here to help.

The Women’s Resource Center has been a long standing community agency in Oceanside since 1974 when a group of five progressive women recognized the need for a crisis services center in North County San Diego. Through the help of grant funding, the center was launched. One of the original founders, Colleen O’Hara, still sits on the board of directors today. Its CEO, Marva Bledsoe, has also been working with the center since the seventies and it’s that kind of love for community and dedication to helping women and children with true perseverance that we want to share. As years went by and demand for the agency’s services continued to grow they expanded their services to include: • • • • • •

Crisis counseling Crisis telephone hotline Victim advocacy Legal service referrals Temporary transportation Information and referrals

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The largest expansion to the center was made possible in 1994 when the City of Oceanside refurbished an abandoned racquetball facility located at 1963 Apple Street. It was quickly converted into new offices for the Women’s Resource Center. It’s important to note that this is also when the Transition House was formed. This 21 apartment long-term residential facility for domestic violence victims and their children is the largest facility in San Diego County. Remarkably, residents can live there for up to two years while undergoing counseling and learning job skills for future employment. This much-needed respite allows the families to have the stability needed to recuperate together without the fear of financial doom. All new residents receive new home goods, toys for the kids, bedding, toiletries, and even medication! Children must be enrolled in school while living at the Transition House, which can be difficult, as many have had to suddenly leave their schools, communities, and friends behind in search of a safer life. It’s critical to provide an opportunity for 48

children to learn healthy ways of expressing themselves so that they don’t grow up to follow the same patterns of violence that they were subjected to. During this incredibly trying time children are also supported through therapeutic services, support groups, and case managers are there to assist them through every step towards a new peaceful way of living. In 1998, The Women’s Resource Center Thrift Store was opened, providing much needed revenue to augment the government grants. It is located at 3385 Mission Avenue in the shopping center near Tan’s donuts. This was a wonderful addition for the WRC as it allowed women and their children to get new clothes, home goods, and toys, etc. This is so important as it makes families feel prepared for school and look professional for employment opportunities. Residents are even given vouchers, so their purchases are free! Currently, there are two onsite case managers that’ll take your call and work with walk-in clients 24/7 365 days a year. They provide an intake and a safety/high-risk assessment and help formulate

a safety plan then determine what wrap-around services the family can benefit from. Do they need immediate help to get out of a dangerous situation? Then they are referred to the undisclosed safe location where they can stay for up to 28 days. During these 28 days, a safety plan is created—they’re given crisis intervention, therapeutic services, and essentially, anything they need. They need clothes? Done! They need transportation? Provided! They need medications? Taken care of for free! They need help looking for a job? Absolutely! Even legal aid is provided, so that the family can begin to heal without worrying about any burdens. It’s then that they’re finally able to start on their path to real healing. It’s important to know that these services are available whether you stay there as a resident or not. Anyone who has suffered domestic violence can get help, and the center

is also a safe space for the LGBTQ community. The WRC provides many resources and events in support of women, men, and their families—including the special Holiday Spirit of Giving event that provides gifts for those in need at Christmas time. There’s also a food bank that people can access when necessary. Anyone in need can benefit from these generous good tidings! It’s very important to mention that the Center exists due to many generous community members so the WRC can provide these services to our community. It was the large monetary contributions by an anonymous donor that recently paid for remodeling of all the apartment’s kitchens, giving families a real luxury feel when they’re welcomed into their new safe and stable home. The WRC also welcomes donations in the form of new toys, clothes, non-perishable, canned food items, and gift cards. 49

The WRC's wide array of fully furnished apartments are available to those in need.

If you’re interested in donating or volunteering your time, please visit their website at wrcsd.org

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Chuy at home with his beloved Firewire quiver.

Home grown CHUY REYNA WORDS: JAMEY STONE PHOTO: ZACH CORDNER

Born in 1967, Chuy Reyna is a true product of Oceanside’s DNA, and his hardworking parents—Francisco and Josephina Reyna. His father is a farmer and his mother is a housekeeper, and both worked many long hours to support their large family. Chuy’s family grew up in a tiny house in South Oceanside, and with twelve brothers and sisters—everyday life was “first come, first serve.” This upbringing taught Chuy how to fend for himself. Whether it was a place to sleep at night, the last bowl of cereal, or just a moment of privacy—growing up in the Reyna household was a true challenge. So when Chuy discovered the ocean and a love for surfing, he never looked back. He was a natural talent and entered his first surfing competition at just twelve years of age where he finished in second place. Chuy was immediately sponsored by Oceanside shaping legend Gary Linden, who mentored him along the way with the help of Tube master John Douglas and Oceanside Pier THEOSIDER.COM

local Gabe Pele. They instilled the fundamentals of respect into his DNA. “It’s a huge part of why Oceanside residents have so much love and respect for each other,” stated Chuy. He went on to win many amateur events and eventually turned pro. He traveled the world surfing contests and documenting his surfing until the 90’s. Chuy hung up his contest jersey and ventured into the snowboarding industry working for key brands like Sessions Outerwear and Santa Cruz Snowboards. Much like the good people who mentored him as a youngster, Chuy continued that tradition by helping many of us younger guys find our way, including Charlie Anderson (owner of The Privateer), Chad Crites (brand manager of FMF apparel) and myself (publisher of this fine magazine). Chuy’s next venture, creating the sunglass brand Dragon Optics, helped him hone his business skill set as a marketing director and brand manager. At the same time, he started his family with beautiful wife Marsha, followed by 50

his lovely daughters Kirra, Emily, and Sophie. After growing Dragon into a leading brand in the Action Sports industry, he began his next venture becoming a partner at Firewire Surfboards where he brought new technology to the surfboard world through advanced design, material, and manufacturing processes that had never before been used to build surfboards at such a high performance level. The brand became so successful that he caught the attention of eleven-time world surfing champ Kelly Slater, as he recently came on board at Firewire as a chief investor. Today, Chuy is surfing better than ever, golfs like a champ, and he loves to call Oceanside his home. In fact, he just recently purchased the same home he grew up in. Only now, it’s being completely remodeled and will have plenty of room for his kids, golf clubs, surfboards, and a fully stocked fridge. I guess you could say that the American dream is alive and well for a blue-collar kid from Oceanside named Chuy Reyna.

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Cory hard at work.

WHITLOCK INK & WHITLOCK SURF CO. WORDS: ERIK KLIER PHOTOS: ZACH CORDNER The beautiful beaches of Oceanside have attracted families to its shores for a long time. This is true for the Whitlock family, who came to Oceanside almost four decades ago and never left. There’re so many great characters in this family, it’s hard to feature just one. It’s also hard to feature just one of the many ventures that define their businesses. Surf schools, screenprinting, shaping, and fixing surfboards are a few of the many things this family has to offer, and so much more. Family patriarch, Rusty Whitlock, has been shaping surfboards and surfing most of his life. After moving to Huntington Beach at an early age, the surf bug bit him and he soon moved to Hawaii and started his family. With a growing family, he soon found himself on the east end of North County. Every chance he had, he brought the whole family to the Oceanside harbor and camped out—raising them with his same passion for the ocean. Rusty started screen-printing to make laminates for his surfboards, which evolved to printing shirts and hats for most of the local businesses in town. Now with the help of son, Cory, they have have two shops on Mission Boulevard, Whitlock Ink for screenprinting and Whitlock Surf Co. for a full service surf shop with THEOSIDER.COM

board rentals and custom surfboards. Cory, a former pro surfer, is a wealth of knowledge about the ocean, and younger brother Ricky is an accomplished pro surfer and big wave rider. They’re always around helping customers with questions, or sometimes they're down on the beach with the Whitlock Surf Experience teaching people how to surf. The Whitlocks are what Oceanside is all about—family. As Cory says, “We’re a family and everyone is welcome to join.” From teaching kids to surf, screen-printing, and shaping great local surfboards—the Whitlocks are providing the community of Oceanside with endless opportunities for fun. They’ve been a permanent fixture in the community for decades, and hopefully, they’ll be here for many more.

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OCEANSIDE PHOTO & TELESCOPE WORDS & PHOTOS: ZACH CORDNER Dustin and Ginny were then approached by Founded by WW2 Flying Tiger pilot Don Penning in 1947, Oceanside Photo & Telescope was then owner, Craig Weatherwax as he was planning originally called the Oceanside Photographic to retire. He offered to sell them the business, as he Center (or OPC). This little camera shop has saw their love for astrophotography would be a been serving Camp Pendleton and North County good fit as the new owners. “Craig approached us for decades. In the 1980s, OPT turned its focus because he knew that we shared the same passion more on telescope sales, and over the last for it,” said Dustin. “Craig has the same philosophy two decades they’ve grown to be the world’s as us and is very committed to customer service. I think people respond well to it.” premiere store for telescopes. As hobbyists themselves, Fast forward to 2015, new “We feel like we have a Dustin and Ginny are carrying on owners Dustin and Ginny knowledge base here that Gibson—a young couple from doesn’t exist anywhere else OPT’s position as a worldwide leader in telescope sales. “In Nashville—who, after selling on the planet and it’s kind of enlightening when you OPT’s early days, telescopes their successful fitness and have NASA calling to ask were a very small part of the nutrition business, moved to you questions.” business and cameras were a Oceanside and instantly fell in big part, and we saw that switch. love with the city. “There’re a lot of good things about Oceanside. We like the When OPT started optcorp.com, the company fact that it feels very homey, close knit, and grew from that little local Oceanside camera shop people are extremely welcoming here,” said into a worldwide leader for telescopes and Ginny. The couple soon became regular telescope cameras.” Next year marks OPT’s 70th anniversary and customers at OPT, and then months later—they when asked about what’s in store for the future of became OPT employees themselves. THEOSIDER.COM

Owners Ginny and Dustin Gibson

Oceanside Photo & Telescope 918 Mission Avenue (800) 483-6287 OPTCORP.COM OPT, Dustin responded, “I think the goal for us has always been to make it really easy for people to access the universe in a much larger way. We’re trying to make this more accessible for everyone. We feel like we have a knowledge base here that doesn’t exist anywhere else on the planet and it’s kind of enlightening when you have NASA calling to ask you questions.”

To see Dustin and Ginny’s amazing astrophotography, please visit everyclearnight.com

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JITTERS COFFEE PUB PHOTOS: ZACH CORDNER

HOW TO MAKE HOLIDAY CRANBERRY DELIGHT COOKIES “When I think of the holiday season, the first thing I think of is baking—it’s the heart and soul of the holidays with cranberries, oranges, peppermint, spices, and everything nice. The word ‘homemade’ is a big deal for me, so I wanted to share a quick and easy cookie recipe that’ll be the hit of any party or gathering. Get ready to tantalize the taste buds, warm the soul, and fill your belly.” —Vallie Gilley, Owner of Jitters Coffee Pub

INGREDIENTS: 1 large egg The zest of one orange 1 teaspoon vanilla ½ teaspoon of salt 1-½ cups of all-purpose flour 1/3 cup of softened butter ½ cup packed brown sugar ½ cup pure cane sugar ½ teaspoon of baking soda ¾ cup of dried cranberries ½ cup of white chocolate COOKING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. 2. In a small bowl mix everything together until a soft—but not sticky—cookie dough forms. 3. Scoop cookie dough with an overflowing tablespoon onto a parchment or a lightly greased cookie sheet. 4. Bake for six to eight minutes or until golden brown. Serve and then tantalize your taste buds, warm your soul, and fill your belly!

Jitters Coffee Pub 510 North Coast Highway (760) 967-7886

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POUR HOUSE WORDS: ERIC KLIER PHOTOS: JT RHOADES

There are so many great hot spots in Oceanside; it can be hard to stand out. But when you have live music six nights a week, great drinks and food, and a huge dance floor—people will take notice. The Pour House has become one of Oceanside’s hottest nightspots, and for good reason. There aren’t very many places in North County where you can get great food and drinks and see a large variety of local and touring bands, and that’s exactly what David and Emily Rassel have put together at the Pour House. Growing up in the area and working at a variety of restaurants and bars, Dave wanted to open a place with craft cocktails and a laid back atmosphere that is void of pretentiousness—a place where you can order a Manhattan or a PBR and get truffle fries or wings. They provide a variety of local craft beer and a full service bar complemented by an amazing menu, which features a white truffle mac and cheese, ahi tacos, the Pour House burger, and a kale and quinoa salad. This definitely isn’t your run-of-themill local bar. Some nights it might be a live country or bluegrass band playing, while other nights it could be heavy metal or great DJs playing everything from 70s psych rock to 90s alternative. It’d be wise to check their calendar, THEOSIDER.COM

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Encinitas Magazine's very own Chris Cote and his band Kut U Up performing live.

as new musicians are always coming through. They’re open all day and have many easy-to-view TVs to catch all your sports events, which are usually accompanied with some great specials. It’s always refreshing to see locals putting their heart and soul into their business and the community. Dave and Emily have found a way to do what they love, while starting a family—with their little Waylon and an expected new edition coming soon. They can frequently be seen behind the bar pouring drinks, running food, or 58

doing the inevitable maintenance which comes with having such a popular establishment. The Pour House has become a staple in the music scene in North County, and you’re definitely Executive missing out if you haven’t checked them out Chef yet. William Eick

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Conveniently located in the valley just off Mission Avenue, Royal Buffet is a bona fide treasure trove of some of the best Asian food in town—and it’s all you can eat! After recently opening for business last June, owner James Chen has brought Oceanside a new dining treat with their amazing Chinese cuisine in a buffetstyle setting. Upon first entering Royal Buffet, you can’t help but notice how massive the place is—at 10,000 square feet there’s plenty of room for a maximum dining experience. Another thing you’ll notice right away is the interior’s fresh and clean aesthetic—ornate Las Vegas-style marble covers the walls and a beautiful chandelier prominently hangs in the entryway to the restaurant’s main floor. So why open a place like this in Oceanside, you ask? “Royal Buffet wants to serve the community good food at a reasonable price. Oceanside didn’t really have a place like this with a wide-open space where people can have an event, dinner gathering, or party,” said Lee Liu, assistant to the owner. “The main thing we serve here is Chinese food, so we like to call it a Chinese buffet.” Royal Buffet’s lunch menu begins 10:30am to 4pm and the dinner menu is from 4pm to 9pm. There’s so much diverse and amazing food on hand, it’s a bit overwhelming at first. “For Chinese food, we mainly serve fried rice, lo mein, orange chicken, jalapeno chicken, beef broccoli, salt pepper shrimp, and salt pepper crab,” smiled Lee. “And we don’t just serve Chinese food; we also have a stocked sushi bar that represents the best in Japanese THEOSIDER.COM

sushi with a variety of different rolls.” As an added plus, they also serve sashimi and nigiri on their dinner menu. The most popular House Special is the Korean Mongolian Beef. Other most popular items include the pineapple chicken, and the grilled fish or “Snow fish” on the dinner menu. “People like the Snow fish very much,” added Lee. Their hibachi grill is also very popular with local favorites like the Pepper Steak and Beef with broccoli with the Hot & Sour soup being the most popular soup dish served. Royal Buffet also serves American food like roast beef, BBQ short ribs, steak, crab legs, oysters, French fries, pizza, and chicken wings. Want to to get your veggies on? They also feature an extensive salad bar that includes every vegetable under the sun and some rare treats like Octopus salad, mussel salad, cocktail shrimp, and seafood salad. Finally, for dessert (if you can fit any more food in your stomach), they have crème Brule, mango pudding, sesame peanut brittle, selfserve ice cream, and an assortment of cakes, cookies, and also the most popular dessert fixture in the entire place—the chocolate fountain! I couldn’t resist hitting up this glorious fountain of chocolate goodness quite a few times during my time at Royal Buffet. I was mesmerized—drawn to it like that one kid from Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory who got sucked into the drain of the chocolate river. Overall, if you like quality meals and on-thespot service for an affordable price, then Royal Buffet is the place for you. Just don’t forget to bring a healthy appetite—you’re gonna need it! 60

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Poki Poki is a “fast/casual” Poke bowl shop that provides large portions of high quality, fresh ingredients at a reasonable price. Not only known for their large servings and quality, even the most discerning Poke eater will like the variety of fish and toppings. With no serving staff, the customer reaps the benefits in the portions provided. Even though Poki Poki has been open only five months, it’s already a common occurrence that they have a line out THEOSIDER.COM

the door serving happy customers regularly. The variety of fish and toppings offered at Poki Poki is impressive. There are eight types of fish to choose from: Ahi, Albacore, Yellowtail, Salmon, Bay Scallops, Shrimp, Octopus, and Spicy Tuna. If you’re not in the mood for fish, consider the alternative; big smooth cubes of firm tofu that’d make meat eaters hungry. Included in the price is an extensive topping selection that helps you make each bowl into a 62

personal “signature” masterpiece. Green Onion, Edamame, Avocado, Cucumber, Imitation Crab, and Masago are just a few of the toppings available. All of these fresh and delicious ingredients are served with your choice of white rice, brown rice, or spring mix salad and three sauces, ranging from “not spicy” to “spicy.” The fast/casual-style restaurant complements the “Poke” concept for a few reasons. One, the fish is fresh and on display for you to see and choose. Second, Poke is beautiful. When you create your bowl, it’s like a work of art. Since the fish is not marinated or pre-assembled, your poke bowl is made fresh to order. This is your “go-to” place for fast Poke.

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BAR AND RESTAURANT GUIDE

SK’S DONUTS 1129 South Coast Highway (760) 722-0455

FELIX’S BBQ WITH SOUL 3613 Ocean Ranch Boulevard (760) 439-7072

SAN LUIS REY BAKERY & RESTAURANT 490 North El Camino Real (760) 433-7242

GUAHAN GRILL 4259 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 806-4826

101 BAGELS & SUBS 323 North Coast Highway (760) 421-6555 CHOW’S DONUTS 1906 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 757-1355 HILL STREET DONUT HOUSE 1926 South Coast Highway (760) 439-7741 LA PERLA TAPATIA 1910 Mission Avenue (760) 721-8486 LE RENDEZ-VOUS FRENCH BAKERY 4225 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 414-9109 LEROY’S SWEET POTATO SHACK 3800 Oceanic Drive (760) 722-2690 MISSION DONUT HOUSE 1502 Mission Avenue (760) 757-2979 MR. DONUTS 1950 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 967-6508 OHANA CUPCAKES (PG.10) 2455 Vista Way (760) 757-4262 ohanacupcake.com PETITE MADELINE BAKERY 223 North Coast Highway (760) 231-7300 RED RIBBON BAKE SHOP 47 Douglas Drive (760) 754-8460 SAM’S DONUT SHOP 3504 College Boulevard Suite A (760) 945-0416

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DINO'S 400 Mission Avenue (760) 433-9900

NEW YORK BUFFALO WINGS & RIBS 3776 Mission Avenue (760) 721-2070

MARY’S FAMILY RESTAURANT 307 North Coast Highway (760) 722-3052

PRIMO FOODS 606 Morse Street (760) 439-8711

START FRESH CAFÉ 1034 South Coast Highway (760) 439-7940

THE SHACK OCEANSIDE 3613 Ocean Ranch Boulevard (760) 439-2615

STRATFORD AT THE HARBOR 280 South Harbor Drive (760) 453-2073

THAT BOY GOOD 207 N Coast Highway (760) 433-4227

SWAMI’S CAFÉ 202 North Coast Highway (760) 966-1203

IRINA’S BAR & GRILL 3375 Mission Avenue (760) 433-5086

BREAKFAST DINERS AND CAFÉS

BREWERIES/TAP ROOMS

JUNKYARD GRILL & SPORTS BAR 3613 Ocean Ranch Boulevard (760) 231-6600

101 CAFÉ 631 South Coast Highway (760) 722-5220

MISSION AVENUE BAR & GRILL (PG.9) 711 Mission Avenue (760) 637–2222 missionavebarandgrill.com

BEACHBREAK CAFÉ (PG.6) 1802 South Coast Highway (760) 439-6355

BAR AND GRILLS CABO BAR & GRILL 212 North Tremont Street (760) 637-2450

BAKERIES

JENNIE’S CAFÉ (PG.61) 1001 South Coast Highway (760) 433-2060 jenniescafe.net

DANNY P’S CORK & TAP 560 Greenbrier Drive (760) 967-0128 THE DRAFT RESTAURANT & SPORTS BAR 4225 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 631-4700

BREAKFAST CLUB DINER (PG.59) 228 North Coast Highway (760) 722-3124 breakfastclubdiner.com

OSIDE SPORTSBAR & GRILL 113 South Coast Highway (760) 722-5968

THE BROKEN YOLK CAFE PCH SPORTS BAR & GRILL (PG.24) 2434 Vista Way 1835 South Coast Highway (760) 967-9655 (760) 721-3955 pchsportsbarandgrill.com BUCCANEER CAFÉ 1508 South Pacific Street RED ROOSTER (760) 966-1804 1985 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 754-8383 COME ON OVER BOUTIQUE & CAFE 2405 Oceanside Boulevard ROOKIE’S SPORTS GRILL (760) 687-6193 2216 South El Camino Real (760) 757-1123 DON’S COUNTRY KITCHEN 1938 South Coast Highway TONY’S SPORTS BAR & GRILL (760) 722-7337 274 South Harbor Drive (760) 433-8466 GRANDMA’S RESTAURANT 539 Vista Bella TREMONT STREET BAR & GRILL (760) 757-8777 311 North Tremont Street (760) 435-9555 HARBOR HOUSE CAFÉ 714 North Coast Highway BBQ (760) 722-2254 ENZO’S BBQ (PG.55) 4111 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 643-9602 enzosbbq.com

HILL STREET CAFÉ 524 South Coast Highway (760) 966-0985 64

BAGBY BEER COMPANY 601 South Coast Highway (760) 270-9075 BARREL REPUBLIC (PG.63) 215 North Coast Highway (760) 435-0042 barrelrepublic.com BELCHING BEAVER BREWERY 1334 Rocky Point Drive (760) 599-5832 BREAKWATER BREWING (PG.25) 101 North Coast Highway (760) 433-6064 breakwaterbrewing.com FIRE WATER SALOON 406 Pier View Way (760) 722-2216 LEGACY BREWING CO. 363 Airport Road (760) 705-3221 MASON ALE WORKS 2002 South Coast Highway (760) 429-7424 MIDNIGHT JACK BREWING 3801 Oceanic Drive Suite 101 (760) 637-9670 OCEANSIDE ALE WORKS 1800 Ord Way (760) 721-4253 OCEANSIDE BREWING COMPANY 312-314 Via Del Norte (760) 453-7900

POUR HOUSE 1903 South Coast Highway (760) 730-5944

GREAT WOK OF CHINA 4635 Frazee Road (760) 439-8939

PIER VIEW COFFEE COMPANY 300 Pier View Way (760) 966-1150

PORT OF SUBS 510 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 439-3354

STONE COMPANY STORE 310 North Tremont Street (760) 529-0002

PICK UP STIX 125 Old Grove Road (760) 967-4081

RAIN OR SHINE COFFEE CO. (PG.51) 1602 South Coast Highway (442) 500-9570

RED & WHITE MARKET 510 Vista Way (760) 433-5516

SURFSIDE TAP ROOM 507 North Coast Highway (760) 730-5449

QUIK WOK 2184 Vista Way (760) 439-2228

TAP THAT 3207 Roymar Road Suite E (760) 433-4827

THE MANDARIN 1058 Mission Avenue (760) 439-0288

BURGERS

COFFEE/TEA

ANGELO’S BURGERS 621 North Coast Highway (760) 757-5161

BLACK ROCK COFFEE BAR 1918 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 722-7133

ANGELO’S BURGERS 2035 South Coast Highway (760) 757-4064

BUBBLE TEA 318 Pier View Way (760) 967-0088

THE HABIT BURGER STORE 1906 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 757-1355

CAPTAIN’S GROUNDS COFFEE 1832 South Coast Highway

PIT STOP DINER 3825 Mission Avenue (760) 901-4299 RUBY’S DINER 1 Oceanside Pier (760) 433-7829 SMASHBURGER 3460 Marron Road (760) 729-1686 TY’S BURGER HOUSE 515 Mission Street (760) 757-5890 CHINESE CHIN’S SZECHWAN CUISINE 4140 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 631-4808 CHINA STAR SUPER BUFFET 1401 Mission Avenue (760) 435-9001 CHU’S QUIK WOK 815 College Boulevard (760) 726-7771

SUCCULENT CAFE 322 North Cleveland Street (760) 717-9612 TAPIOCA EXPRESS 2611 Vista Way (760) 722-8279

BANANA DANG (PG.59) 115 South Coast Highway (760) 846-0162

ANGELO’S BURGERS 1050 South Coast Highway (760) 757-4064

PAUL’S PLACE 3671 Mission Avenue (760) 721-0124

SAN DIEGO COFFEE TEA & SPICE 1722 South Coast Highway (760) 439-8001

SUBMARINA 3809 Plaza Drive (760) 945-7840 SUNSHINE DELI 224 North Coast Highway (760)231-5481 Z-MARKET 3200 Mission Avenue (760) 967-2184 GASTROPUB

REVOLUTION ROASTERS 1836 South Coast Hwy (760) 529-9736 DELI/SANDWICHES

608 (PG.61) 608 Mission Avenue (760) 291-1040 608oceanside.com

101 BAGELS & SUBS 323 North Coast Highway (760) 421-6555

FLYING PIG PUB & KITCHEN 626 South Tremont Street (760) 453-2940

THE CHEESESTEAK GRILL (PG.12) 1771 South Oceanside Boulevard (760) 529-0077 thecheesesteakgrill.com

LOCAL TAP HOUSE (PG.7) 308 South Coast Hwy (760) 547-1469 localtaphouse.com

HIT THE SPOT COFFEE 624 South Coast Highway (760) 433-3004

CREAM OF THE CROP (PG.53) 2009 South Coast Highway (760) 433-2757 creamofthecropnatural.com

MASTERS KITCHEN AND COCKTAIL (PG.11) 208 South Coast Highway (760) 231-6278 mastersoceanside.com

JB JUICE & COFFEE 4635 Frazee Road (760) 529-0807

FIREHOUSE SUBS 2619-B1 Vista Way (760) 721-4321

JITTERS COFFEE PUB 510 North Coast Highway (760) 967-7886

GANDOLFO’S NEW YORK DELICATESSEN 3617 Ocean Ranch Boulevard (760) 435-0006

THE CUP 206 Wisconsin Avenue (760) 231-9817

KONA HUT 1940 South Freeman Street (760) 757-7873

HARBOR PELICAN 1380 North Pacific Street (760) 722-5853

THE LOOSE LEAF (PG.25) 408 Mission Avenue (760) 231-8338 looseleafblends.com

URGE GASTROPUB & WHISKEY BANK (PG.24) 2002 South Coast Highway (760) 429-7424 GERMAN IRINA’S BAR & GRILL 3375 Mission Avenue (760) 433-5086 HAWAIIAN

I LOVE BAGELS CAFE 3910 Vista Way (760) 945-3838

MAUI WOWI HAWAIIAN COFFEES & SMOOTHIES 409 Mission Avenue (760) 721-2090

I LOVE BAGELS CAFE 4101 Avenida Del Oro (760) 216-6611 JERSEY MIKE’S SUBS 4111 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 295-3339

NAUTICAL BEAN COFFEE CO. 240 Harbor Drive South (760) 722-4851

L&L HAWAIIAN BARBECUE 4225 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 726-0888 MAUI HAWAIIAN BBQ 2455 Vista Way (760) 722-8383 OHANA HAWAIIAN BBQ 459 College Boulevard (760) 630-6800

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BAR AND RESTAURANT GUIDE ICE CREAM/ FROZEN YOGURT BASKIN ROBBINS 4201 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 631-1286 BASKIN ROBBINS 1112 South Coast Highway (760) 722-0654 COLDSTONE CREAMERY 4635 Frazee Road (760) 433-8658 COLDSTONE CREAMERY 514 Mission Avenue (760) 722-0880 FROYO LOVE 3480 Marron Road (760) 434-0701 FRUGOS YOGURT 3509 Cannon Road (760) 732-1000 J.R.’S HAWAIIAN SHAVED ICE 1943 South Coast Highway (760) 809-8304 GELATO ETC. 224 North Coast Highway (858) 761-4479 GUAVA LAVA FROZEN DESSERTS 3910 Vista Way (760) 842-7573 MENCHIE'S FROZEN YOGURT 2525C Vista Way (760) 730-5728 NANA AND POP’S SWEET SHOP 280 Harbor Drive (760 722-1723 OCEAN RAINBOW 3784 Mission Avenue (760) 435-0750

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RED CUP FROZEN YOGURT 301 Mission Avenue (760) 637-2189

SANTINO’S PIZZA 401 Mission Avenue (760) 967-6300

POKI POKI 3480 Marron Road (760) 295-9086

RED CUP FROZEN YOGURT 4259 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 842-8738

SHAKEY’S PIZZA PARLOR 4141 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 940-4243

RISING SUN SUSHI 272 South Harbor Drive

ITALIAN/PIZZA

TONY PEPPERONI PIZZERIA 805 College Boulevard (760) 726-6400

BIG BOB’S BEST PIZZA 3617 Ocean Ranch Boulevard (760) 231-5050

TWO BROTHERS FROM ITALY 4760 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 758-3638

BROOKLYN BOYZ PIZZA 2183 Vista Way (760) 757-4992

UPPER CRUST PIZZA 4196 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 630-9330

CARMINE’S 119 South Coast Highway (760) 966-6888

VENETOS 608 North Coast Highway (760) 722-1228

CUSIMANO’S PIZZERIA 3809 Plaza Drive (760) 414-1200

ZIGZAG PIZZA 333 North Myers Street (760) 433-1555

DOMINIC’S AT THE HARBOR RESTAURANT & PIZZERIA 268 Harbor Drive South (760) 754-1881

JAMAICAN ONE LOVE ISLAND CUISINE 4225 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 685-4618

FRATELLI’S (PG.55) 3915 Mission Avenue (760) 696-9007 fratellisitaliankitchen.com

SUSHI N JOY 2530 Vista Way (760) 721-1888 SUMO HUT SUSHI BAR & GRILL 509 Mission Avenue (760) 453-7475 SUSHI4REEL 4750 Oceanside Boulevard Suite A20 (760) 659-6784 TERI CAFÉ 2216 South El Camino Real (760) 722-8399 TERI CAFÉ II 3809 Plaza Drive (760) 945-8888 UMI JAPANESE GRILL & CAFÉ 401 Mission Avenue (760) 439-3566 WARAII SUSHI 4225 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 630-3770

JAPANESE/SUSHI CAFÉ DE THAI & SUSHI 4196 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 945-5533

KILLER PIZZA FROM MARS (PG.53) 3772 Mission Avenue (760) 722-6060 killerpizzafrommars.com

GO GO JAPAN SUSHI 4121 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 630-1288

KNOCKOUT PIZZA 401 Mission Avenue (760) 722-8888

HANA SUSHI 2415 Vista Way (760) 439-3283

LA CASA PIZZA 209 North Tremont Street (760) 722-1949

HARNEY SUSHI 301 Mission Avenue (760) 967-1820

THE PRIVATEER COAL FIRE PIZZA 1706 Pacific Coast Highway (760) 453-2500

HON SUSHI 1733 South Coast Highway (760) 529-0255

ROMA’S PIZZA & GRILL 617 North Redondo Drive (760) 757-2003

THE WHET NOODLE 1815 South Coast Hwy (760) 453-2738 WRENCH & RODENT SEABASSTROPUB 1815 South Coast Highway (760) 271-0531 WU LAN RAMEN TAP HOUSE (PG.51) 4645 Frazee Road Suite F (760) 453-7526 MEDITERRANEAN MAAN’S MEDITERRANEAN GRILL 4259 Oceanside Boulevard Ste.107 (760) 726-2249 MEXICAN

KAMPAI SUSHI 1906 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 757-1484

ROSINA’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT 3613 Ocean Ranch Boulevard (760) 721-5000

KYOTO GIFT & FOOD 559 Greenbrier Drive (760) 757-5456

ROUND TABLE PIZZA 3440 Marron Road (760) 434-5977

LOVE BOAT SUSHI 125 Old Grove Road (760) 721-3737

ANITA’S RESTAURANT 309 South Coast Highway (760) 722-6323 ANITA’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT & CANTINA (PG.57) 2250 South El Camino Real (760) 757-7745 anitasrestaurant.com

CAFÉ ROSARITA 1816 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 722-6224

MARIETA’S 485 Vandegrift Boulevard (760) 967-1769

CARLITO’S CHICKEN 158 Roymar Road (760) 433-3427

MARISCOS ENSENADA 1405 South El Camino Real (760) 967-6024

CEJA’S MEXICAN DINER & GRILL 4259 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 945-2199

MI ASADOR MEXICAN AND SEAFOOD RESTAURANT 4750 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 806-6684

COLIMA’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT MIRAMAR FISH TACOS 404 Pier View Way & BEER (760) 439-4045 41 Douglas Drive (760) 721-2147 COMPADRES CHICKEN 4225 B Oceanside Boulevard PEDRO’S TACOS (760) 806-6867 656 Benet Road DAVINA’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT (760) 722-7221 3320 Mission Avenue POLLOS MARIA (760) 722-8017 125 Old Grove Road (760) 435-9071 DE KOTIJA’S TACO SHOP 3504 College Boulevard ROBERTO’S TACO SHOP #13 (760) 758-0399 518 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 757-2377 DIEGO’S MEXICAN FOOD 1030 South Coast Highway ROBERTO’S TACO SHOP (760) 721-1985 2983 Via Las Rosas (760) 433-5004 EL MUNDO DE MARISCOS 3110 San Luis Rey Road SAN LUIS REY BAKERY (760) 754-8922 & RESTAURANT 490 North El Camino Real FIESTA MEXICANA (760) 433-7242 3784 Mission Avenue (760) 757-9872 TONY’S FRESH MEXICAN FOOD 2983 Via Las Rosas GOURMET TAMALES (760) 433-5004 3616 Ocean Ranch Boulevard (760) 439-3343 VALERIE’S TACO SHOP 3617 Ocean Ranch Boulevard JOHNNY MANANA’S (760) 712-1296 308 Mission Avenue (760) 721-9999 VERAS TAMALE EXPRESS 3753 Mission Avenue Suite 115 KING BURRITO (760) 213-4972 3490 Marron Road (760) 720-9747 PERUVIAN LA FUENTE DE MARISCOS PANCA PERUVIAN 2936 Oceanside Boulevard CUISINE & ROTISSERIE (760) 529-0150 1902 South Coast Highway (760) 722-3396 LA PERLA TAPATIA 625 North Redondo Drive SEAFOOD (760) 722-2877

HELLO BETTY FISH HOUSE (PG.59) 211 Mission Avenue (760) 722-1008 hellobettyoceanside.com JOE’S CRAB SHACK 314 Harbor Drive (760) 722-1345 JOLLY ROGER 1900 Harbor Drive North (760) 722-183 LIGHTHOUSE OYSTER (PG.21) BAR & GRILL 262 Harbor Drive South (760) 433-1900 lighthouseoceanside.com MARISCO’S ENSENADA 1405 South El Camino Real (760) 967-6024 OCEANSIDE BROILER 1325 North Harbor Drive (760) 722-3474 ROYAL BUFFET 3766 Mission Avenue (760) 721-1889 TIN FISH OCEANSIDE 302 North The Strand (760) 966-0007

SAVORY THAI 3829 Plaza Drive (760) 806-9606 THAI GARDEN 4750 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 940-1009 THAI TABLE 1910 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 721-4850 VIETNAMESE I LOVE PHO 3809 Plaza Drive (760) 630-8889 MR. PHO 4750 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 940-1306 ND BANH MI 4160 Oceanside Boulevard Ste. 169 (760) 726-4650 PHO HOUSE 3753 Mission Avenue (760) 754-9999 PHO KITCHEN 4121 Oceanside Boulevard #203 (760) 295-5445

STEAKHOUSES

PHO OCEANSIDE 518 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 754-2828

333 PACIFIC 333 North Pacific Street (760) 433-3333

YUMMY PHO 4225 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 631-1800

HUNTER STEAK HOUSE 1221 Vista Way (760) 433-2633

WINE BARS/WINERIES

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BEACH HOUSE WINERY 1534 Sleeping Indian Road (760) 732-3236

CAFÉ DE THAI & SUSHI 4196 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 945-5533

GOLDEN COAST MEAD 4089 Oceanside Boulevard Suite H (760) 630-4468

OCEAN THAI 2455 Vista Way (760) 722-9779

MATTUCCI WINERY 3830 Oceanic Drive, Suite 407 (760) 305-8435

OCEAN THAI 3846 Mission Avenue #A3 (760) 967-9901

THE PRIVATEER MARKETPLACE & WINE BAR 1704 South Coast Highway (760) 453-2254

LA PERLA TAPATIA 1910 Mission Avenue (760) 721-8486

333 PACIFIC 333 North Pacific Street (760) 433-3333

RIM TALAY 508 Mission Avenue (760) 435-2007

LOS TACOS 2183 Vista Way (760) 757-8226

HARBOR FISH & CHIPS 276 Harbor Drive South (760) 722-4977

SABAI SABAI THAI KITCHEN 1906 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 529-5597

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DIABETES AWARENESS MONTH A

ccording to the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, more than 29 million Americans are living with diabetes and 1 in 4 doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even know it. As of the most recent CDC data 86 million individuals aged 20 or older are living with prediabetes, a serious health condition that increases a personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s risk of type 2 diabetes and other chronic diseases. Diabetes is a complication for up to 7-14% of pregnant women, while the prevalence of gestational diabetes is as high as 9.2%.

ri-City Medical Center is now affiliated with The California Diabetes and Pregnancy Program (CDAPP) - Sweet Success. The goal of CDAPP Sweet Success program is to promote and support pregnant women living with diabetes and gestational diabetes. The program provides education about healthy eating, meal planning and creating an overall healthy lifestyle for the improvement of maternal and neonatal birth outcomes. Sweet Success also helps decrease the risk of birth defects and development of diabetes after pregnancy for mothers. The foods you eat and changing your lifestyle will give you and your baby the best chance to live a happy and healthy life.

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