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TREASURED MOMENTSExquisite jewelry from Swiss Watch Gallery & Fine Jewelry compliments the season with impeccable design and inspired gifts for you and your loved ones.

SPA HAVENThe best-kept secret in North County reinvigorates the mind, body and soul. The Vista area resort and retreat reveals comprehensive guest programs.

ART ERik SkOlDbERgMeet Erik Skoldber, a local artist turning the San Diego sunset and other natural beauty into works of art.

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La Jolla. Photographed in Coronado, CA.

Cover Photo By: Giorgio Daveed Model: Fred Jolly Estate provided by: Scott Aurich 42Home Sweet HomeSan Diego Companies share the latest in home entertainment systems.

New in TownKeep up with San Diego County’s latest additions and changes to the local business scene.

Big Apple PickingsAn insider’s look at New York City’s fall fashion scene. Where to shop and where to party.

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LETTER From The EDITOR

If there’s anything “It’s a Wonderful Life Taught Us,” it’s that life is not made up by what we get

out of it, but what we give to it. All the riches in the world cannot compare to the love of family

and warmth of community.

As the cooler temperatures come to the coast and the valleys, San Diego is preparing for the

busy holiday season, which kicks off with a Thanksgiving feast and doesn’t stop until the ball

drops into the New Year. So before we leap in to this joyous time of year, FINE Magazine decided

to set aside this issue to celebrate a season of giving.

This month, we unveil Leonard Simpson’s “Best Dressed”—some of the most generous and

inspirational philanthropists in the county—and we give a nod to prostate cancer awareness by

wishing our readers a Happy “Movember.” We also offer floral and decorating guides to set the

best table in town, and reveal the secret to keeping your kitchen sparkling clean. (Psst—it involves

letting someone else prepare the gourmet feast.)

So before the hectic holiday schedule sets in—and before we see James Stewart too many times

to learn anything from him—let’s remember what really matters this time of year. As Arthur

Ashe said: “From what we get, we can make a living; what we give, however, makes a life.”

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Published by FINE Media Group, LLC

FINE magazine is your source for high-end luxury, lifestyle and living. We target more than 50,000 affluent

readers in print and an additional 200,000 digital recipients each month.

FINE magazine is your guide to the newest developments, the most exclusive places and the latest trends in

FINE dining, art, jewelry, wines, fashion and real estate. Our distribution covers San Diego County.

We currently offer a Microsoft Tags and QR-code options on selected listings, products and services, so across

the country, day or night, you can instantly access additional information right on your smart phone.

Through a variety of marketing programs, our publication takes you everywhere from behind-the-scenes of

VIP San Diego events, to the cutting edge of luxury living and the people who define it.

CONTRIBUTORS

Whitney Butler | Whitney Butler has worked

and studied abroad, developing her cultural palate and

personal blog, which has been featured online and in

print. She currently works at FINE magazine, where she

hopes to grow her career in media.

Rosalie Cushman | Rosalie has been

writing in one capacity or another—in public relations,

marketing, events coordination and advertising—for 25

years. In the last six years, she has dedicated her time

fully to writing articles for magazines, websites and

blogs. Rosalie has written two books, and is currently

working on a third. She enjoys art, music and good food,

and is the world’s fastest speed typist!

Suzanne Broyles | Suzanne is the owner of

Coastal Home Design Studio and Del Rio Construction

and Design. Passionate about creating life-changing

experiences for her clients, Suzanne invests herself in

the art of design coupled with construction expertise for

a perfect blend of artistry and quality with every project.

She lives in San Diego County with her husband and

five children.

Sarena Cowles | Sarena Cowles is the owner

of Shoes Me Boutique in Pacific Beach and the designer

of the “Sarena Cowles” private label. She travels around

the world to find the most beautiful and fashion-forward

items, and combines them with accessories from local

designers. She is currently launching Supporting Entre-

preneur Women (SEW), a non-profit organization.

Nicolette Laverty | Having lived in six

states, Nicolette has worked in marketing, commercial

writing, design and the fitness industry. She uses her

diverse talents and experience with the magazine to

develop business, produce editorial and help promote

FINE Magazine. Nicolette has strong ties to several

charities in San Diego including the Cardiovascular

Disease Foundation and BIANCA.

Natalie Neece | An intern for FINE magazine,

Natalie is a mass media and communications major at Cal-

ifornia State University San Marcos. A San Diego native,

Natalie enjoys writing, fashion and traveling.

Luke Travis | After graduating from U.C.

Berkeley with a degree in English, Luke began work as a

grant-writer for the Community Rejuvenation Project—a

nonprofit organization committed to blight-abatement

and child-development. Luke is a monthly contributor to

FINE Magazine, and continues to work as the Bay Area

Correspondent for BxC Baron, a music journalism website

that seeks out new and emerging talent.

Jeanne Ferris | As a former actor, writing

is a natural medium for storytelling. Researching for

non-fiction feature articles requires the same in-depth

quick study as researching a fictional character. Con-

tributing for FINE is a welcome relief along with beach

walks, karaoke and volunteering for favorite charities

with her family.

Giorgio Daveed | Giorgio Daveed is a Pho-

tographer and Cinematographer. He was born in Baku,

in the former Soviet Union. His first experience in film

was developing it with his Grandfather (Grant G Gazarov)

when he was 4 years old.


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San Diego is a city of abundance. There is a material abundance, which manifests in an average household income that ranks fifth of all U.S. cities. There is a

cultural abundance, with world famous zoos, aquatic parks

and beaches dotting the landscape. There are an abundance

of days where the weather never drops below 70 degrees. And

there is an abundant supply of technicians willing and ready to

install entertainment systems into your house for less than the

industry standard.

Since choosing from the plethora of options can be daunting,

we here at FINE Magazine have done our best to narrow

down the selection process to a few of the very best in the area.

Kiwi Audio Visual

Kiwi Audio Visual (kiwiav.com) is the crème de la crème.

They have made their reputation on service, and it has brought

them success. In the words of founder and CEO Brian Bass:

“We look after our customers and systems at a level that others

are unwilling to provide.”

Kiwi also places special emphasis on custom installations.

“It all starts with our client,” Bass said. “Our sales and design

specialists carefully document the client’s needs and desires.”

After the project is designed, the customer is able to

communicate directly with the operations manager to provide

a “seamlessly integrated” system, according to Bass.

Kiwi also prides itself on its sustainability practices. “We believe

in saving costs,” Bass said, “both for our clients and for the

environment.” Using remote monitoring systems that update,

reset and perform service-related tasks straight from the office

saves a great deal on fuel consumption and keeps customers’

electronic equipment from being damaged. And old electronics

end up in recycling facilities all around the world.

HOME SWEET HOMESan Diego companies share the latest in home entertainment systems.

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Kiwi is also at the cutting edge of technological advancements

in the field. “We find it exciting to work with computer-based

home entertainments systems—everything from Apple TVs

and iPads to Dell Zinos,” Bass explained.

With its superlative customer service and vast expertise, Kiwi

never garners a poor review or an unhappy customer.

Beyond Audio and Video

Another company at the forefront of customizable

installation services in San Diego, Beyond Audio and Video

(beyondaudiovideo.com) is one of the few that offers fully

customizable home theaters, as well as one-touch, all-home

automation. Its other services range from security cameras to

lighting control to computers networks—and the list goes on.

Beyond’s slogan—“From simple to sinfully over the top”—

sums it up perfectly. It carries products from the largest and

most reliable names in the industry, including Artcoustic,

AMX, Audioquest, Denon, Fujitsu and Home Logic. For the

quality and service of products Beyond provides, its $90/hr

setup rate is more than fair.

HD Hookups

The services and installations at HD Hookups (hdhookups.

com) are even better than the discrete innuendo embedded in

the company name. It is one of the few local theater installation

companies that advertises itself as a provider of corporate and

home installations.

HD Hookups’ website façade is impressive, and the layout

and photos do a grand job of speaking for themselves. If a

picture is worth a thousand words, then the preponderance

of high-def, gauzy-looking photographs should be enough to

make heads spin with anticipation. HD Hookups’ services run

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the whole gamut of electrical and entertainment installation pieces. Not only does it offer home theater installation, it also specializes in security cameras, universal remote systems and “whole house music” systems. Home automation is perhaps the most fascinating feature,

as it allows you to seamlessly integrate the function of lights, shutters, video and sound systems into one button on a remote control. But what speaks loudest of all though, as always, is the sterling Yelp reviews, which rank this business as high as any can be ranked in terms of customer service, price-to-service ratio and overall product quality. It’s a solid choice for anyone looking for the latest in home theaters.

VisolutionVisolution (visolutiontv.com) is a paragon of professionalism

within the local industry. You will be hard-pressed to discover a single negative review of its services. Visolution’s installations are quick, its prices are fair and its employees even clean up after themselves—the most universally underappreciated

virtue for all handymen everywhere. Its two-year warranty on all its workmanship is also extraordinary.

Keith’s SoCal Home TheaterKeith’s SoCal Home Theater (socalhometheater.com) is

and has been a major player in the region for 11 years. What differentiates this business from hordes of competitors is a commitment to customer education. The pedagogues of product maintenance and upkeep, Keith’s will tell you how to avoid costly repairs and how to keep your equipment at optimum functional capacity—all with grace and easy smiles. And Keith’s covers a very wide area of service between San Diego and Los Angeles, so chances are it will be able to make it out to you.

With great abundance at every turn, it should be no great surprise to find so many viable options for home electronics installation in San Diego. The greatest problem with such abundance, of course, is the burden of choice. We’ve narrowed it down, but will have to leave the rest up to your discretion.

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NEW IN TOWNMeet San Diego’s latest additions.

50 SHADES OF STylELocally owned, The Sunglass Cabana is the Del Mar Highland’s new hot spot. The New-York based retailer features luxury and high fashion brands at an affordable cost, and carries unique specs you wouldn’t find anywhere else. In addition to its stunning selection of the best prescription eyewear available—from Dior to Versace—The Sunglass Cabana offers a buy-one-get-one deal during the holidays. | thesunglasscabana.com

BrANDS IN THE SANDOpening in the Del Mar Highlands is Diane’s Beachwear, a name that has been in the business for more than 50 years. Diane’s offers designer swimwear and clothing for blooming fashionistas to confident vacation vixens to plus-size beauties. When it comes to beachwear, it’s your one-stop shop—and it’s finally come to San Diego. Choose from hundreds of one- and two-piece suits, tankinis and coverups, or opt for an off-the-beach romper or sundress. |dianesbeachwear.com

SIDEWAlK CAFELocated in the heart of the design district in Solana Beach is Cedros Café. This trendy sidewalk cafe offers a full smoothie bar where you can create your own refreshing blend of fruit and juices. Try their breakfast of traditional scrambled eggs, bacon and toast, or opt for a lunch selection—the Rainbow Salad with grilled chicken breast on a bed of mixed greens with mango, kiwi, strawberries with walnuts and fresh mozzarella tossed in a balsamic vinaigrette. | cedroscafesolanabeach.com

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IT’S IN THE SCIENCESenté Inc., a private cosmeceutical company in San Diego, created a new medical skincare product based on glycoproteins, molecules of sugar attached to proteins that control what nutrients get into your skin. Senté Dermal Repair Cream aids in cell renewal, hydrates and engages in new collagen development. Sold through dermatologists and aesthetic practices, the product is available through the company’s website.| sentelabs.com


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Health spa Cal-a-Vie is one of the county’s best-kept secrets.

Perched among whispering canyons and voluptuous vistas unfurling themselves as far as the eye can see is the best-kept secret in North County. The Spa-Havens,

otherwise known as Cal-a-Vie, is a Vista area resort and retreat

spread over 220 acres of luscious vegetation and undulating

hills. This health spa extraordinaire awaits three-, four- and

seven-night guests, all arriving to reinvigorate mind, body and

soul. The beauty of the place is nearly heart-stopping, except

that, in a flash, it is compelled to beat again—and regularly,

as guests sign up for regimens that will transform their being.

“It is all about the program, to unleash the passion of

exercise,” quipped marketing director Lin Alvarez. For more

than 26 years, the program has been perfected to include an

ideal combination of workout and exercise offerings, along

with both conventional and exotic treatments.

“Guests fill out a questionnaire about goals and desires for

their stay upon arrival. Typically, there is a fitness evaluation,

weigh-in and blood tests, if guests choose, to identify any

sensitivities or allergies,” Alvarez said. Then, they receive a

specially designed program for their visit here.”

Guests begin their day in The Forum, a focal-point for

meetings, classes, workouts and the Great Room, an overlarge

room gazing out on tranquil lily pads lit by the sun glistening

off the water. “Each day begins at 6:30 a.m., when guests

receive their program for that day,” Alvarez explained. Some

guests may hike the hills on the 23 acres of developed trails

snaking their way through the canyon. Others may start with a

round of golf on neighboring Vista Valley Golf Course.

“We are always adding new classes, looking for cutting-edge

workout styles based on what guests want,” Alvarez continued.

Indeed, mainstay classes include a wide variety of Pilates,

an ample amount of workout equipment—from weights to

bikes to treadmills—or—selecting from numerous Tai Chi

and yoga offerings. Cal-a-Vie has recently even introduced an

underwater spinning class and a hydro-rider class, always with

an eye for the next innovation. In addition, the resort boasts a

clay tennis court and two swimming pools.

“People come with different goals,” Alvarez said. But what

all guests have in common is a desire to restart and rejuvenate

themselves through an intensive workout, treatment and

meditative-style getaway from the grind of daily life. All the

food is organic, with meals consisting of tasty and nutritious

dietary combinations of fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs, lean

meats and fish, all presented with gourmet flair.

The days are filled with numerous activities. “Actually, people

spend little time in their room. By 3 p.m. the first day, guests

want to know ‘what’s next,’” Alvarez said. “They’ve already

recognized a transformation has taken place.” says Alvarez.

Following morning exercises comes afternoon treatments like

a seaweed wrap, massage or a hot stone foot treatment, then

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dinner at 7 p.m., with evenings inviting fireside chats or local

musicians performing in the Great Room.

All of this rejuvenation is not to be eclipsed by Cal-a-Vie’s

physical beauty. Owned and developed by John and Terri

Havens of Houston, Texas, the resort’s design displays an

unmistakable French motif. Terri Havens said she wanted to

recreate as much of the tranquil French countryside feeling

as possible. Indeed, the Forum’s Great Room is constructed

with reclaimed wood, brick and stone and includes gorgeous

tapestries and art throughout. Furnishings are exquisite

with intimate seated groupings designed to draw one into

conversation or solitary reflection.

Guests stay in one of the 32 villas on the property, equally

designed with the same impeccable elegance. Equipped with

a king-sized bed and finely-crafted furnishings, no detail is left

unacknowledged or need unmet. “We even had a 400-year-old

French chapel brought over and reconstructed brick by brick,”

states Alvarez. “Guests can rent out the entire spa for weddings

or any other themed get-together like a family reunion,” she

adds.

An exquisite combination of comfort and style, revitalization

through rest and restorative exercise, Cal-a-Vie truly takes

your breath away.


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It’s no surprise that New York is a fashion mecca—and nowhere does this show itself more than in the

autumn. The arrival of stunning fall

foliage heralds highly-anticipated fall

fashion that debuts on the runway and

quickly spreads to the fashionable streets

of Manhattan.

Models, buyers and celebrities from

around the world descend upon the city

that never sleeps for New York Fashion

Week, a semi-annual event held in

February and September. As the owner of

the Shoes Me boutique in Pacific Beach, I

was a designer in this year’s event, which

jumpstarted a busy season in the fashion

world. When I wasn’t busy preparing for

show at the Metropolitan Pavilion, I was

taking in the sites that set New York City

apart. Here’s my advice for taking a bite

of The Big Apple in the fall.

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Gottino

Neighborhood: West Village

Cuisine: Wine bar, Italian

Price range: $11-30

This Italian-themed gastropub, wine

bar and coffee shop features a beautiful

outdoor garden, which is open until

3 a.m. The restaurant specializes in

cicchetti (or tapas) and is famous for its

cheeses, pates and even a seasonal rabbit

pot pie.

WD-50

Neighborhood: Lower East Side.

Cuisine: Molecular gastronomy,

American Nouveau

Price range: $61 and up

Chef Wylie Dufrense has made a name

for himself with his ecclectic cooking

style, and WD-50 certainly delivers on

that front. Dufrense relies on science and

chemistry to create one-of-a-kind dishes—

like a sunny-side-up egg salad with carrot

puree and coconut broth.

The Meatball Shop

Neighborhood: Lower East Side

Cuisine: Italian, American

Price range: $11-30

Home to the best homemade meatballs

in the city, the Meatball Shop is a cheap

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New York City’s fall fashion scene.


alternative to the other pricey Italian restaurants. I highly

recommend the ice cream sandwich, which features two

homemade cookies and a sizable portion of ice cream.

Landmark

Neighborhood: Upper West Side, Tribeca

Cuisine: American

Price range: $31-60

Chef Marc Murphy’s menu caters to all appetites. This

after-work hangout boasts an incredible wine list and

sells only by the bottle. The catch—all wine is served at

a minimum markup. The steaks are cooked to order and

I’m told the sweetbreads are to die for.

Tea & Sympathy


Cuisine: British

Price range: $11-30

An English-owned and operated tea house with a pub. Far

better than your mum used to make.

WHere To PArTy

The Box

Neighborhood: Lower East Side

This spot is very exclusive. You need to know someone

to get in or you pay $500 per person. Once in, prepare

yourself for celebs and freaky behavior.

Brandy Library

Neighborhood: Tribeca

What sets Brandy Library apart—aside from its sizable

selection of whiskeys, brandy and spirits—is its level of

style and sophistication. It’s not the rowdiest bar in New

York, but it may be the classiest.

Bar and Books


This chain has four sites in New York, including one of

the last cigar bars in the city. Max’s Tobacco Shop boasts

an immense scotch selection and more Bond Girls in red

dresses than the opening credits sequence to “A View to

a Kill.”

Little Branch


Sasha Petraske, the man behind the members-only

speakeasy Milk and Honey, founded this drinks-only

establishment. The bar features live jazz, tin ceilings and

not a stitch of food. Drinks are served with hand-carved

ice. Order a beer and get a frown; order vodka and get

kicked out.

Little Branch

Neighborhood: Chelsea

A secret door in an unassuming coffee shop leads to this


1920s-style speakeasy. The decor is meticulous, from the

memorable entrance to the copper bathtub in the middle

of the room to the pull-chains toilet flushers.

WHere To SHoPJesse James Boutique


This stylish boutique is casual—it serves up Coronas or

sparkling wine while you shop. The collection includes

an amazing selection by women with great taste—Walter,

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Autumn is a marked by its own singular beauty, introducing bright reds, oranges and yellows into nature’s color palette. And when it comes to bringing

these colors into your home, the next best thing to flying in a

New England maple tree is to create floral arrangements that

celebrate the harvest season.

You don’t have to be a pro to create a striking arrangement

to centerpiece this fall. Just look for inspiration in a few places

and follow some easy tips. You’ll be amazed by the beauty you

can easily capture.

Think Outside the VaseBefore automatically picking up your usual glass flower vases,

consider unusual containers you can use for arrangements.

Baskets, metal containers, pottery, old pitchers, a wood box are

great choices. Even beautiful blue and white porcelain shouts

“It’s fall!” when filled with sunflowers.

If your new container is waterproof, arrange the flowers in

flower foam that has been soaked in water for 15 minutes.

However, if your container was not meant to hold water, place

the flowers in a small glass of water inside.

A grouping of three vases of the same color but different

shapes—or of three baskets of different sizes and textures—

creates a lovely arrangement. Arrange the same flower in each

container or fill each with a different flower in autumn hues of

yellow, orange and burgundy. These can be all the same height

or three varied heights, small or very large, depending on the

space you are filling.

Look for loose fall flowers at grocery stores and farmers’ markets,

and combine with dried grasses, wheat and pussy willows

available at craft stores. Sunflowers and chrysanthemums are

fall favorites, and they can look quite different in unusual

containers—especially when mixed with different sizes and

types.

Some of the most beautiful harvest arrangements are elegantly

simple. Begin with a floral frog—a multi-pronged stand that

holds flowers upright—in a shallow bowl. Place three tall flowers,

such as bird of paradise, at different heights. Then arrange one

or two large leaves, perhaps from the flowers themselves or from

your yard, and scatter smooth stones at the base.

Look for Harvest InspirationsFruits and vegetables can also serve as containers or as a

striking element of the arrangement. Now’s the time of year

to pick up pumpkins of all sizes, which look best in groupings.

Place the flower arrangement inside a hollowed pumpkin and

place two smaller pumpkins beside it. And don’t forget white

pumpkins—they can make a great statement.

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After carving a pumpkin, you also can place live potted flowers inside by tilting the lid of the pumpkin on the side. These look beautiful on stairways and outdoor tables. Buy extra pumpkins early in the month and save them for containers for flower arrangements for Thanksgiving. Gourds, pomegranates and apples can also be placed around the base of your arrangement, or even used as candleholders.On a simple walk, you can often glean all you need to inspire

a beautiful fall arrangement. Look for dead branches with interesting form, colored leaves and even dried weeds—but watch out for poison oak! It can be beautiful, but you will regret choosing it for your floral arrangement.You can also collect dried pods and seeds such as acorns

and liquid amber pods to scatter around the base of the arrangement or used as filler in a clear vase with flowers. Try placing a glass filled with water for your flowers within a larger clear vase filled with unshelled walnuts. For this arrangement, golden marigolds or chrysanthemums would be especially pretty, as they would seem to be growing out of a field of walnuts. And don’t always assume that bigger is better. It can be

more charming to separate similar flowers from the typical fall bouquet and place them in separate smaller arrangements around your home.

Master Loose ArrangementsFor a no-fail way to make your arrangement stand out,

follow these simple instructions:

• If you don’t have flower preserver, fill your clean vase with water containing a few drops of bleach and one teaspoon of sugar to make the flowers last longer. Another option is to add a cup of 7Up to the water.

• Strip stems so that no leaves will be covered by water and decompose.

• Cut stems to about twice the height of your vase, leaving several stems an inch or two longer for the center of your bouquet.

• Insert stems of foliage and filler flowers, crisscrossing the stems as you go to create a grid that helps hold the other flowers in place.

• Starting at the rim of your vase and working toward the center, add other flowers, spacing them as if they were points on a triangle. Place the longest stems in the center of your bouquet.

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Follow a Few TipsA couple tips will make sure you enjoy your floral

arrangements:

• Cut an inch off the stems using a sharp knife,

especially if the flowers will sit a while before being

arranged. The fresh cut will help the stems absorb

water better.

• If the stem is woody, pound the end of the stem with

a hammer first so it absorbs water better.

• Store your freshly cut stems a few days before an

event in the refrigerator. (Note: You will probably

have to remove a shelf.) This also keeps roses from

opening before you want them to.

• Use florist’s foam to keep flowers in place and

constantly hydrated so they last longer. Soak the

foam in water for 15 minutes before cutting it to fit

the container, and water it every few days. You can

also use small stones to help stabilize flowers in a

container.

• For a tall arrangement, make your bouquet one-and-

a-half times taller than its container, and balance

the width with the height. For some arrangements,

you may want to drape greenery such as ivy over the

container’s rim.

When crafting your arrangement, remember that fall is

a time for the gathering of family and friends, and time

spent creating beautiful floral collections adds beauty

and warmth to the season’s special moments. Enjoy the

peace and tranquility that comes in capturing autumn’s

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Erik Skoldberg is painting the town red—and a host of other colors. The San Diego artist’s work is on display at the Merrill Lynch Building downtown, and is also

featured in famed art dealer Alexander Salazar’s La Jolla and downtown galleries.Skoldberg, a San Diego native and University of San Diego

graduate, said his work is heavily influenced by his own experiences. His use of bright colors and broad strokes leave a lasting impression.“I want to build a collection that connects my travels,

experiences and Mother Nature, and take a view into that world of emotional harmony,” he said. Skoldberg’s journey into art began at a young age. His

mother, Gloria Skoldberg, has been teaching art for more than 30 years and operates the Skoldberg Art Academy in San Diego. Erik said he was fascinated by colors, color theory and the impact color can have. His work is typically done in an open-air setting. Using

pictures from his travels, Skoldberg will look for color combinations that “most effectively carry out my image and fuse appropriately.“Once my colors are determined, my dance of brush strokes

begins,” he said.If the colors from his work seem familiar, it’s because they

are. Skoldberg said he relies on the icy blues of Alaska, the tropical greens of Fiji and the burning reds of a San Diego sunset.“I am following a road map from my experiences straight to

the canvas, and hope the viewer will interpret it individually,” he said.In the summer of 2011, Skoldberg signed with Alexander

Salazar Fine Art in San Diego. By the fall, he was featured at

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the Saving Station 9 charity event at the La Valencia Hotel in La Jolla. Earlier this year, Skoldberg was showcased in a FedEx marketing campaign for the Professional Convention Management Association. His art is in the corporate office and FedEx store in San Diego.But perhaps Skoldberg’s biggest achievement was his first

solo show at the grand opening of Salazar Contemporary Art Exhibits in La Jolla. “I believe that great artists should also be great individuals,

and Erik Skoldberg is passionate about his art and helping others,” Salazar said. “He has supported many charitable causes throughout his life by donating his beautiful artwork to various causes. I admire his commitment to painting, which is different than committing to art … he paints from the heart and by this, he gives his works a breath and life of their own.”It’s been a busy year for Skoldberg, and it appears things

won’t be slowing down any time soon. His work was featured in the grand opening of the Palomar Hotel, and his unique style seems to fit in San Diego.“I approach each painting with the same technique,”

he said. “My strokes and multiple layers are never the same order, causing new dimensions and new forms of expression. My style will continue with new ideas and new constantly changing results. My painting will always evolve.”

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With GPS and Google Maps, getting lost in the city is hard to do these days. But getting lost in a menu of yoga practices can be easy if you’re unfamiliar

with Sanskrit.

The world according to Maharishi Patanjali’s “Yoga

Sutras”—profound Hindu works of philosophy written

about 2,000 years ago—is considered by adept devotees of

traditional yoga meditation to be the map to finding balance.

Focusing on external stretching while detoxifying through

breath rewards a student with clarity and flexibility, which is

both transformative and curative. Consider it an internal GPS

for finding enlightenment and revitalization.

On this map, there are eight limbs or disciplines practiced in

sequential order. As the third limb, Asana postures are most

common focal points in yoga. And the wildly popular practice

of Bikram is comprised of 26 postures with two breathing

exercises specifically guided with a verbal script by a teacher.

The room is then heated to 105 degrees Fahrenheit with

40-percent humidity. Pranayama—mindful breathing—is a

limb practiced in the more traditional shalas or studios.

“Pranayama is my personal favorite and the most powerful

tool to balance our mind, body and spirit,” said Beth Kupanoff,

a Vinyasa yogini.

“Our breath is the bridge from our body to our mind. It

alone is the tool which can bring them together,” Kupanoff

continued, quoting Thich Nhat Hanh, a Vietnamese Buddhist

monk.

From these eight limbs, 44 practices have evolved over time—

and often, when East meets West, offshoots like “Hot Yoga”—

which employs moist heat to work with sports injuries and lack

of flexibility—develop with less strict adherence to precise

asanas, as styles and techniques vary on the individual teacher.

Follow the yellow brick road of yoga to a state-of-the-art,

climate-controlled yoga shala named Yoga Six, the site that

housed Haute Yoga until recently. Owner Bill Koman is a

cancer survivor of two rounds of lymphoma. The St. Louis

native said he found his way to balance with yoga and

meditation seven years ago: “I wanted to branch out a little

and try some different ways to balance my life, says Koman.

“So yoga was one of the things I tried.”

Still continuing with his yoga practice twice a week, Koman

has now turned his passion into an investment, which he is

creating into a chain across the heartland (St. Louis is the site

of the first location) and San Diego. Koman met Haute Yoga

founder, Dino Flacco—who succumbed to prostate cancer in

last year—in St. Louis nearly 20 years ago. Koman admired

Flacco’s studio concepts and became an investor, recently

purchasing the Solana Beach and Carlsbad studios. Adding

these to a Point Loma studio and a 4S Ranch location planned

for 2013, Koman has put his money where his practice is.

“The number six (in Yoga Six) refers to the six degrees of

separation or the idea that everyone in the world is separated

from everyone else by only six links. This interconnectedness,

and the role each of us plays in it, is the common thread that

holds infinite possibilities,” said Laurenn Cutshaw, director of

marketing for Yoga Six. “It also represents the six pillars of Y6:

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body, breath, mind, heart, intuition and the skill of crafting

yoga.”

Classes that reflect the new ownership brand include Y6 Barre

and Y6 Sculpt: yoga-inspired fitness classes. Minor exterior

and interior changes have been made, but what remains at

Yoga Six is the highest intention for the good of all concerned.

Continue north on 101 to the Jois Yoga shala in the energy

vortex of Encinitas. Under the photograph of Sri Krishna

Pattabhi Jois’ clear gaze, Ashtanga is practiced in his tradition.

With the scent of sandalwood and free Chai tea, conversation

is encouraged after class. Children’s Ashtanga classes are every

Wednesday and Saturday. A free South-Indian breakfast is

served Friday mornings after the first 6 a.m. class.

When asked her personal motto, Jois CEO Salima Ruffin

said: “I achieve happiness and peace of mind when my life is

balanced.”

Ashtanga has achieved an international reputation with

a devoted celebrity following—although not for the faint of

heart (literally). Jois’ teachers have studied directly with the Jois

family and are certified after a minimum of four visits to the

Sri K Pattabhi Jois Ashtanga Yoga Institute in the India, the

motherland for yoga.

One of the final closing asanas in yoga is padmasana—

the lotus pose, or the pose of serenity. Devotees click their

heels together in the hopes of finding their way ‘om’ to

transcendental self—and peace and balance come in a single

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To anyone who has attended one of his extravagant fashion events or witnessed him host a red carpet gala, Leonard Simpson is, quite simply, larger than

life. Known for founding the trademarked fashion production

company Fashion ForwardTM, Simpson has appeared on

television for the last two decades, etching his moniker on San

Diego’s red carpet as an expert in his industry.

But his close friends and coworkers know his passion for

fashion and eccentric personality are over-shadowed only by

his generous heart and dedication to charitable causes. Despite

his fame, Simpson still finds time every year to focus on

charitable giving. Months before San Diego’s winter traditions

begin, Simpson is busy planning the “10 Best Dressed

Awards,” a celebration of some of San Diego’s most generous

philanthropists. The award honors the winners for being

positive role models in their communities and contributors to

their perspective charities.

“The beauty of giving and fashion go hand-in-hand,”

Simpson said. “Recognizing people who wear gloves of

compassion and a coat of courage to inspire others with style

to serve a greater purpose in their community is what this

event is all about.”

Guests of this annual high-profile event behold Simpson’s

vision come to life through meticulous attention to detail and

keen eye for all things fabulous. This year’s “Style Land” theme,

inspired by international fashions, will tour the world’s fashion

capitals through a show written and produced by Simpson and

Executive Director Joan Jiménez that will be debuting Nov.

30 in the the Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina. The fifth

anniversary of Simpson’s labor of love will itself raise funds for

some of San Diego’s most respected charities.

Celebrity Mary Murphy from Fox’s “So You Think You Can

Dance”—honorary chair and one of this year’s winners—will

present with Founding Chairwoman Sally B. Thornton and

Fashion Forward vice president Brittany Noelle Simpson,

Leonard Simpson’s daughter. Twenty honorees—10 men

and 10 women—will be recognized and awarded for their

outstanding contributions to local nonprofit organizations.

Thornton explains the selection process: “Well-rounded

personalities with many interests…a passion for perfection

in business and charity, enable them by virtue of their

accomplishments to become role models.”

Charities benefiting from this year’s event include Home

Start, PAWS San Diego, St. Madeline’s Sophie Center, The

ARC of San Diego and the San Diego Historical Police

Association.

The integrated programs at Home Start have been helping

children living in poverty throughout San Diego since 1977.

This private nonprofit agency is dedicated to preventing child

abuse and supporting families with programs that increase

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stability and self-sufficiency, keeping families together, and

transforming the lives of children through education with a

staff sensitive to ethnic and cultural difference. Their programs

include family therapeutic services, maternity programs for

homeless or at-risk women, accessible healthcare programs,

and a wide range of treatments for victims of abuse. In

addition to providing counseling or therapy, Home Start also

conducts psychological testing to help children and adults alike

navigate the difficulties of mental or behavioral health needs.

St. Madeline’s Sophie Center has been a place of self-

discovery and empowerment for thousands of adults with

developmental disabilities, nurturing their potential to become

a greater part of society. For more than 45 years, the five-acre

campus in El Cajon has helped students work though the

challenges of their disability by providing programs that assist

in job training and placement. St. Madeline’s Sophie Center is

committed to high standards of excellence recognized by the

businesses to which it provides services. The nonprofit’s highly

regarded reputation is apparent in the pride of its students and

in their accomplishments.

PAWS San Diego is providing services to people in need of

pet assistance, including food, pet supplies, veterinary services

and resources to keep pets healthy and happy. The benefits of

pet ownership promoted by PAWS support physical, emotional

and social well-being to low-income elderly, chronically ill and

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Sally B. Thornton (Founding Chair), Mary Murphy, Sonya Berg, Diana Shapiro, Ellen Zinn, Barbie

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Muffy Walker(Photographed on a separate day.)

Laura Martellawith GentlemanNorman(Photographed on a separate day.)

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disabled individuals entirely though donations, special events, grants, local San Diego businesses—and always though the tireless effort of volunteers.The Arc of San Diego is one of the region’s largest service agencies

dedicated to helping people with disabilities of all ages. Founded in 1951, Arc specializes in educational programs to inspire social, economic and personal independence.The fifth charity to benefit from the black-tie event is the San

Diego Historical Police Association, a nonprofit group of police officers and citizens dedicated to the preservation and display of the 160-year history of the San Diego City law enforcement. The organization has a historical museum located in off College Avenue, which includes several thousand artifacts and more than 22,000 photos chronicling the history of the SD police department.These charities will share the total net proceeds of Simpson’s

realized journey through Styleland. The evening is both a celebration of style and a seasonal gesture acknowledging those who give back the most, long before the spirit of giving ever catches the wind.

2012 10 BEST DRESSED MEN WINNERS

Papa Doug Manchester, Dan Spinazolla, Wayne Foster, Roy Silver, Dean Loring, Tim Zinn, John Spanos, Toby

Macfarlane & Amir Mojaver.

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Pacific Arts Movementsan diego asian Film Festival, nov. 1–9pac-arts.org

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego “behold america!,” starts nov. 10mcasd.org

Kettner Nightsnov. 9 and dec. 14littleitalysd.com

Oceanside Museum of Art“Facing west/ looking east,” through Jan. 13oma-online.org

Museum of Photographic Arts“ruud van empel: strange beauty,” through Feb. 3mopa.org

tHeatre & DaNCeSan Diego Civic TheatreVienna boys Choir, nov. 1Cathy rigby is “Peter Pan,” nov. 13–18downtown with david sedaris, nov. 18sandiegotheatres.org

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Birch North Park Theatrewith Grossmont Orchestra & Master Chorale

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The Old Globe“Measure for Measure”, starts nov. 10“dr. seuss’ How the Grinch stole Christmas,” starts nov. 27oldglobe.org

Valitar World Premierenov. 12–dec. 31valitar.net

Lamb’s Players Theatre“Cabaret,” nov. 11“around the world in 80 days,” through nov. 18“Mixtape,” through nov. 25“Festival of Christmas,” starts nov. 30sandiegotheater.org

San Diego Repertory Theatre“a Hammer, a bell, and a song to sing,” through dec. 2sdrep.org

La Jolla Playhouse“Jesus Christ superstar,” through dec. 31lajollaplayhouse.org

MusiCal PerForMaNCesAnthologyPoncho sanchez, nov. 3–4Goapele, nov. 9–10david sanborn, nov. 17–18anthologysd.org

Orchestra Nova“nova Goes Hollywood,” nov. 10–12orchestranova.org

San Diego SymphonyMahler’s Fifth symphony, nov. 2–4“night at the Cotton Club,” nov. 9–10Philharmonica orchestra, nov. 15beethoven’s Pastoral, nov. 16-18sandiegosymphony.org

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Museum of Making Music Global spotlight: debashish bhattacharya, nov. 4Classical sax, nov. 9“saxophobia!,” nov. 10museumofmakingmusic.org

AFC Dixieland Jazz Society33rd annual Thanksgiving dixieland Jazz Festival, nov. 21–25dixielandjazzfestival.org

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14th Annual Crystal Ball Gala, Nov. 3casadeamparo.org

Signature Chefs & Master Mixologists Auction, Nov. 8marchofdimes.com

2012 Annual MS Dinner Auction, Nov. 10msdinnerauction.com

42nd Annual Mercy Ball, Nov. 10mercyball.org

San Diego Air and Space Museum’s International Hall of Fame Gala, Nov. 17sandiegoairandspace.org

Gingerbread City Gala 2012, Nov. 29epilepsysandiego.org

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San Diego Beer Week, Nov. 2–12sdbw.org

San Diego Wine and Food on the Bay,Nov. 14–18sandiegowineclassic.com

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San Diego County Veterans Day Parade, Nov. 12sdvetparade.org

18th Annual Gaslamp Lamplighter Awards, Nov. 13gaslamp.org/lamplighter

Encinitas Street Fair, Nov. 18encinitas101.com

Father Joe’s Thanksgiving Day 5K Run/Walk, Nov. 22my.neighbor.org

2012 TEDxSanDiego, Dec. 1tedx-sandiego.com

San Diego Christian Film Festival,Nov. 9-11sdcff2012.com

HoliDayUSO San Diego’s 21st Annual Holiday Concert, Nov. 17usosandiego.org

Fashion Valley Tree Lighting, Nov. 17shopfashionvalley.com

Holiday of Lights-Del Mar, Nov. 22holidayoflights.com

Surfin’ Santa at Seaport Village, Nov. 24seaportvillage.com

Scripps Memorial 83rd Annual Candlelight Ball, Dec. 1scripps.org

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Get tHaNKs, GiVe tHaNKsJoin the trend of ordering your Thanksgiving feast, then sit back and enjoy the day.

W ith Thanksgiving and the holidays fast approaching, family and friends will soon gather to dine on a feast fit for kings. It should

be a wonderful time filled with joy, laughter, love and

thankfulness. But our busy schedules can create a time of

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enjoy the day—let alone be thankful.

More and more people are starting a new tradition for

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with “special features daily.”

Now it can be brought to your home. Brian Hyre, the

executive chef for three years, will use his wealth of

culinary knowledge, life experience and passion to prepare

a holiday meal for you with special order requests. Give

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PRONTOS

Prontos is a family-owned gourmet market and eatery that

should be given serious consideration. Once the owners of

a landmark Italian restaurant in Toronto, award-winning

chef Gerry Daoussis and his wife Sylvia are now putting

their personal stamp on delicious food in Carlsbad. It truly

is a family affair here. Gerry Daoussis was busy cooking

in the kitchen as his daughter and restaurant manager,

Christina Inman, explained: “My sister, Fabiana Miriac,

is the pastry chef too!”

Each day, special soups, stews, homemade pastas and

more are created. “Thanksgiving is one of our biggest days

of the year,” Inman said. “One of the most popular orders

is a traditional turkey dinner for two, served with a sage

bread stuffing, mashed and sweet potatoes and a cranberry

sauce with Grand Marnier. Our gravy is fantastic. Some

people just order the sides from us.”

A menu and order sheets are available online, and they

have already been coming in since early October. Dinners

are available for pick up between 9 a.m. and noon, “so

people can come pick it up warm and bring it right to their

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THE FRENCH GOuRMET

The French Gourmet has been a long-time favorite in La

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of oven-ready gourmet foods and outstanding pastries,

cookies and signature cakes. Owner Michel Malecot

has created a special party-planning guide to help you

entertain with ease and without the cost of full-service

catering.

Prosciutto-wrapped asparagus, Tourte Milanaise, fillet

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items that can be ordered from a six-page menu. The large

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special dietary considerations. Also, an extensive wine list

is available to complement your dining experience. Mr.

Malecot expects to receive over 100 orders this year.

“It’s definitely a growing trend, especially if people want

a really good turkey,” Malecot said. “Ours are free range

and produce up to 40 percent more breast meat. Many

people will have us prepare the whole meal or just the

stuffing with some other dishes.”

Ideally, the French Gourmet would like to have orders

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WATERS FINE FOODS AND CATERING

Waters Fine Foods and Catering, and Fibonacci’s Bistro

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entertain with grace and ease. They have racked up such

awards as Best Restaurant, Best Caterer and Readers’

Choice Award, just to name a few. Owner Mary Kay

Waters opened the catering business in 1990. Together

with Steve Ferguson, executive chef of 18 years, she

oversees a large staff to fulfill what “has always been

such a huge day for us,” according to Terri Wedell, the

marketing and beverage coordinator.

The entire staff is dedicated to hand-making everything,

from stocks to pastries, and uses hormone-free, organic

ingredients. Dungeness Crab Cakes with Lemon Aïoli, Squash

Maple Pecan Goat Crisps and a New England Cranberry-

Pineapple Relish are just a few of the things you can order to

accompany a Turkey Roulade served with gravy. All the food

is fully seasoned and par-cooked, and will come with simple

re-heating instructions.

Orders can be placed from a special holiday menu up to six

days before Thanksgiving and will be available for pick up the

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Think about making a change this holiday season and join in

a growing trend. Take advantage of the skills and experience

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are cooking up some of the best food found in the

nation. Try something new this week by selecting

from our guide to some of the county’s finest

restaurants.

FiNe diningG u i D e

la JollaDonovan’s Steak and Chop HouseCuisine: steak house 4340 la Jolla Village drivedonovanssteakhouse.com

George’s Ocean TerraceCuisine: american1250 Prospect st.georgesatthecove.com

George’s California ModernCuisine: Californian1250 Prospect st.georgesatthecove.com

HerringboneCuisine: seafood7837 Herschel ave.herringboneeats.com

Manhattan of La JollaCuisine: italian7766 Fay ave.manhattanoflajolla.com

The Marine RoomCuisine: Global-French2000 spindrift drivemarineroom.com

Nine-TenCuisine: Californian910 Prospect st.nine-ten.com

Roy’s Restaurant Cuisine: Hawaiian Fusion8670 Genesee ave.roysrestaurant.com

The Steakhouse at AzulCuisine: steak and seafood1250 Prospect st.brigantine.com

Sushi on the Rock serves a full gamut of sushi, ranging from

California rolls to live sea urchin.

Sushi on the RockCuisine: Japanese7734 Girard ave.sushiontherock.com

Tapenade Bistro and CateringCuisine: French7612 Fay ave.tapenaderestaurant.com

Trulucks Seafood, Steak and Crab HouseCuisine: seafood8990 University Center lanetrulucks.com

Whisknladle Bistro & BarCuisine: Cal-French1044 wall st.whisknladle.com

downTown/GaslaMPBertrand At Mister A’sCuisine: Modern american2550 Fifth ave.bertrandatmisteras.com

Bice Ristorante Cuisine: italian425 island ave.bicesandiego.com

Harbor House Cuisine: seafood831 w. Harbor driveharborhousesd.com

Island Prime/C Level LoungeCuisine: steak and seafood880 Harbor island drivecohnrestaurants.com

Katsuya by StarckCuisine: Japanese600 F st.sbe.com

Kelvin at W San Diego Cuisine: Contemporary latin421 w. b st. thewsandiegohotel.com

Old Venice RestaurantCuisine: italian2910 Canon st.oldvenicerestaurant.com

Red Pearl KitchenCuisine: asian/ Chinese440 J st.redpearlkitchen.com

Ruth’s Chris SteakhouseCuisine: steak house1355 n. Harbor driveruthschris.com

SearsuckerCuisine: american 611 Fifth ave.searsucker.com

Red Pearl Kitchen combines authentic Chinese/East Asian recipes with a hip and contemporary

bar scene.Nine-Ten offers the perfect combination of sophistication and casual elegance in an ideal location. Special prix fixe menus are available daily.

The Edgewater Grill is located in Seaport Village on the San Diego Bay, with one of the finest waterfront views in San Diego. Spanning the length of the restaurant are outdoor patios where guests can enjoy an unobstructed view of Coronado Bridge and Coronado Island.

The Westgate RoomCuisine: Contemporary1055 second ave.san diego, Ca 92101westgatehotel.com

Coronado1500 Ocean at the Hotel Del CoronadoCuisine: Contemporary Mediterranean 1500 orange ave.dine1500ocean.com

Brigantine SeafoodCuisine: seafood1333 orange ave.brigantine.com

Candelas on the Bay Cuisine: Mexican1201 First st. candelas-sd.com

Coronado Boathouse 1887Cuisine: steak and seafood1701 strand waycoronado-boathouse.com

Edgewater GrillCuisine: italian861 w. Harbor driveedgewatergrill.com

Peohe’s Cuisine: seafood1201 First st.peohes.com

Primavera Ristorante Cuisine: italian 932 orange ave.primavera1st.com

Vigilucci’s RistoranteCuisine: italian 1330 orange ave.vigiluccis.com

old TownThe French GourmetCuisine: French960 Turquoise st.thefrenchgourmet.com

Firehouse American Eatery and Lounge Cuisine: american722 Grand ave.firehousepb.com

JRDN Cuisine: Contemporary steak and seafood723 Felspar st.jrdn.com

World FamousCuisine: California Coastal711 Pacific beach driveworldfamouspb.com

PaCiFiC beaCHCosmopolitan RestaurantCuisine: american2660 Calhoun st.oldtowncosmopolitan.com

The French Gourmet is well known for its casual

and quaint San Diego French restaurant and

bakery in La Jolla.

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