Food + Beverage

Wild Fork:

Preserving Quality Proteins at Prices to Love Article by Tracy Marcynzsyn Local foodies in the know celebrate their neighborhood Wild Fork, where an impressive selection of the highest quality meats and seafood are stocked and ready to delight your taste buds. From homestyle beef briskets, venison French rib racks and North Atlantic lobster tails to beef bourguignon, shepherd’s pie and baked brie with apple chutney, Wild Fork offers delicious quality meat and seafood at the lowest everyday...

Health + Wellness

Soaring Spirits:

Connecting Widowed People for Support and Healing Article by Tracy Marcynzsyn Nobody asks to be a widow—and those who have experienced the death of a spouse know all too well the pain and anguish of this life-changing loss. Finding someone who can relate to these feelings can provide valuable solace and support for those who are grieving. “As an organization, our leaders have personally experienced the power of the words, ‘I get it.’ We have felt the relief of being understood by another...

Finance + Legal Services

Smart Money Moves for 2024

Partner With a Professional to Make the Best Financial Decisions in the New Year Article by Sue Baldani Our country’s economic climate is constantly changing. Some years are relatively stable and financially sound while others are fraught with upheaval and uncertainty. Many people find these fluctuations challenging and stressful when it comes to financial planning. It’s important to keep in mind that help is out there.   Wealth advisors and certified financial planners are professionals...

Arts + Culture

Pacific Festival Ballet Jumps From Classical to Contemporary!

Photography by Robert Yeager The traditions of classical ballet are steeped in a rich heritage. Originating in Italy during the Renaissance, royal courts held large social events and ballet became a part of their regular performances. Over centuries its popularity evolved spreading into the French courts, where ballet terminology was established. By the 19th century the art of classical ballet made its way to Russia where technique and artistry were defined. This focus on technique set into...

Travel

Escape to Paradise: Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Article by Tracy Marcynzsyn The power of music to uplift, energize and express emotions enhances our lives in countless ways. Singers and songwriters are revered for their ability to connect and celebrate our collective experiences, so the recent passing of American legend Jimmy Buffett left scores of people around the world reflecting on the light he brought to the world through his music. Buffett’s songs about searching for lost shakers of salt and changing the attitude and latitude of...

Arts + Culture

Poet Laureate Invites All to Celebrate Poetry

Article by Tracy Marcynzsyn “Without poetry and the arts, we are lesser beings, and the community is lesser for it,” outgoing Malibu Poet Laureate Ann Buxie told the audience at the Changing of the Verse community gathering. At the October event marking the end of her term as Malibu poet laureate, Buxie welcomed Nathan Hassall as incoming 2023-2025 poet laureate and celebrated the succession of local poets serving in the important role. Buxie served as poet laureate from September 2021 to...

Life + Culture

Aldik Home:

Escape to a Christmas Paradise, Right Here in L.A. Article and Photography by More than ever before, the magic of Christmas is a welcome relief. If you didn’t already know that there is a full-blown winter wonderland right here in Los Angeles, then you have certainly been missing out. For more than 70 years, Aldik Home has been putting together jaw-dropping displays of the most beautiful Christmas décor found anywhere in the world. Each year is a completely new design and this year’s is Aldik...

Life + Culture

Local Generosity Gives Infinite Returns

Article by Alicia Doyle As a person who seeks to promote the welfare of others, a philanthropist is an individual who donates time, money, experience, skills or talent to help create a better world. This definition is true for the following local residents who are committed to making a positive difference in everything they do. Rosemary Allison Looking back on a stellar real estate career that’s spanned more than 4 decades—combined with her philanthropic work that’s earned many...

Health + Wellness

Put Your Eyes in Good Hands at Khanna Vision Institute

Article by Tracy Marcynzsyn When a dear friend’s cataract surgery went wrong, I immediately told her about Dr. Rajesh Khanna, an internationally recognized, award-winning top Lasik, PIE and refractive vision care specialist in Westlake Village. I knew about Dr. Khanna’s expertise in his field, having written several articles about him and his practice, Khanna Vision Institute, in Conejo Valley and Malibu Coast Lifestyle Magazines . Thankfully, Dr. Khanna got her in for a consultation right...

Professional Services

K9 House Training Basics

Article by Rodney Spicer When bringing a new dog inside of the home for the first time or training your current family companion to be inside full time, house-training guidelines are a must. The goal is to teach the dog and family members the correct structured guidelines and expectations when inside. Daily training creates a clear and consistent foundation that will last a lifetime for the entire family. This article focuses on introducing your dog into the home using the following tools...