Marin Magazine February 2016

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Reaching 55 million affluent consumers each year

Marketing over $45 billion of global luxury property in 30+ countries

42 Love, Marin Style Five couples weigh in on marriage in the county.

48 Tastemakers 2016 Chow down at one of these 30 dining spots.

62 [415] Top Doctors Is your physician one of the Bay Area’s best?

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In Marin

25 Currents Climate plan, cool weddings, enjoying Super Bowl 50 and more.

30 Gallery The elephant seals are back on the beach.

32 On the Job Meet a Teacher of the Year.

34 Reading List To Mars with Andy Weir.

36 Style Red is the color of love.

38 FYI The new face of country clubs.

Destinations

89 Go Off to Oahu and Las Vegas.

96 Journey A more mature Amsterdam.

Out & About

101 Calendar A roundup of what to do in Marin and beyond.

108 Dine An insider’s guide to restaurants and food in the Bay Area.

114 Flavor Super Bowl bloody mary.

118 On the Scene Snapshots from events in Marin and San Francisco.

Marin Home

127 Backstory Views and family in Tiburon.

COLUMNS

16 View From Marin

18 POV

170 Looking Back

This shot is one of 30 taken by photographer Debra Tarrant for our 2016 Tastemakers feature. Poggio Trattoria chef Ben Balesteri says his many trips to Italy inspired this panna cotta dessert.

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HELPING PEOPLE LIVE LONGER, HEALTHIER LIVES IS ITS OWN REWARD.

STILL, A LITTLE RECOGNITION IS NICE.

We applaud our physicians at the San Rafael Medical Center for their commitment to providing high quality care and personalized service to our members and patients, everyday.

At Marin General Hospital, providing our county with comprehensive, compassionate, state-of-the-art care is our mission, and our privilege. That would not be possible without our exceptional roster of physicians. Together, we deliver the expert care that helps make Marin such an extraordinarily healing environment. We are delighted to see so many of these experts honored by Marin Magazine, across a wide variety of specialties. Congratulations to all the top docs from everyone at Marin General Hospital. It’s a pleasure, and an honor, to work with you. For a referral to a Marin General Hospital physician, please call 1-888-99-MY-MGH (1-888-996-9644) Or find a doctor at www.maringeneral.org

You’re the best in our book, too.

James Adams

Jennifer Agard

Romeo Agbayani

Edward Alfrey

Michael Alvarado

Jeffrey Amen

Peter Anastassiou

Robert Anderson

J. David Andrew

Tarun Arora

Margaret Baer

Alex Barchuk

Robert Bartz

Mark Bason-Mitchell

Anjuli Basu

Rachel Bauer

Adam Baumgarten

Mark Bazalgette

Stephen Bearg

Robert Belknap

Patrick Bennett

Mitchel Berger

Yamilee O. Bermingham

Richard Bernstein

John Bettinger

Sally Boero

Julie Bokser

Raymond M. Bonneau

Charles Bookoff

Nelson Branco

Peter Bretan

Ray Brindley

Michael Brook

Eric Buxton

Robert Byers

Aida Calvillo

John Campbell

Alexis Cardellini

Imok Cha

Frances Chavez

Lee-May Chen

Cynthia B. Clark

Catharine Clark-Sayles

Arthur Cohn

Ilkcan Cokgor

Timothy Crowley

Susan Cumming

Anne M. Cummings

Nona Cunningham

Tancredi D’Amore

Susan Dab

Wendy Davis

Russell Davis

Lesley Debrier

William J. DeMartini

Brian DeMuth

Keith Denkler

Sujoya Dey

J. Jim Dietz

Deborah Doherty

Mark Drucker

David Scott Duffy

Peter Eisenberg

Ahmed El-Ghoneimy

Giovanni Elia

Genevieve Estilo

Elizabeth Etemad

Cheryl Ewing

Anthony Fedrigo

Art Fenn

Barbara Finzen

Sylvia Flores

Mei-Ling Fong

Cheri Forrester

Michael Fox

John Fullerton

David B. Galland

James Gardner

David Gardner

Tami Gash-Kim

Linda Gaudiani

Bart Gershbein

Kent N. Gershengorn

Jonathan Goff

David H. Goltz

William Good

Cynthia Goodman

Flash Gordon

J. Michael Graham

Joseph H. Greenberg

Sajot Grewal

Jodi Grossfeld

David Guillion

Mary Ellen Guroy

Alexandra Haessler

Francine Halberg

B. Colin Hamblin

Terry Hand

John Harvey

Bobbie Head

Erin Heath

Donna Hoghooghi

Renee Howard

Kambridge Hribar

Yngvar Hvistendahl

Mark Jacobs

Christopher Jacques

Martin Joffe

John Jolley

Ann K. Kao

Danny Kao

Vineet Kapur

Brian G. Keeffe

Leah Kelley

Holly Kelly

Abbey Kennedy

John Keohane

Uta Kerl

Sabrina Kidd

Lena Kim

Christian K. Kim

Gabriel M. Kind

Amy Kobalter

Ralph M. Koenker

Philip Kurzman

Michael Kwok

Lizellen La Follette

Barry Landfield

David Laub

Mark Lawler

Lisa Leavitt

Natalie Lee

Crystine Lee

John Lee

Jonathan Levin

Lawrence Levy

Guy Livnat

Meenal Lohtia

Jennifer Lucas

John Maa

Jan Maisel

Vikram Malladi

Alan Margolin

Katherine Margolin

Kristen Matsik

William McAllister

Jane Meill

Rita Melkonian

Alex S. Metzger

James Minnis

Lloyd Miyawaki

Khashayar Mohebali

Edward Moon

Eddie Mozen

Brian K. Nagai

Kathryn Najafi-Tagol

Mather Neill

Harry Neuwirth

Adam Nevitt

Robert Newbury

Andrea A. Ngo

Son Nguyen

Benjamin Nichols

Bonnie L. Nickel

Merrill Nisam

Michael Oechsel

David Ogden

Alfred Oppenheim

Kara Ornstein

Dennis S. Orwig

Oliver Osborn

Laura K. Pak

John Panagotacos

Sujatha Pathi

Joseph Poen

Lawrence Posner

Stanley G. Poulos

Arun K. Raghupathy

Evan Ransom

Curtis Robinson

James Robison

Curtis Roebken

Michael Rowe

Ruth Rubin

David M. Rudnick

Jahangir Sadeghi

Eric Scher

Nancy Schwartzman

Kathryn Sexton

Michael Shapiro

Ira Sharlip

Ripple Sharma

Sandra Shefrin

Gayle Shimokaji

Thomas Shimotake

John Shin

Kabir Singh

Joel Sklar

Daniel Solomon

Timothy Sowerby

Alan Spain

Robert T. Sperling

David Sperling

Carl Spitzer

Ernest H. Sponzilli

Paul Stanger

Peter Stein

Brian Strunk

Charles Stuart

Brian Su

Susan Sun

Schuman Tam

Teresa Tang

Cheryl Tansovich

James Taylor

Robert Teasdale

Irene Teper

Gregg Tolliver

Ann Troy

David Tully-Smith

Katrina Urbach

Peter Uzelac

Michael Vaughan

K. Jennifer Voss

Paul Wasserstein

A. Alan Weber

Noah Weiss

Jeffrey Weitzman

Stephen Welter

Mark Wexman

E. Regina Widman

Gerald Wilner

Michael Yamaguchi

Alice Yee

Jerald A. Young

R. James Yu

IN HONOR OF Valentine’s Day, we kick off this month’s features with a story on love and marriage. Writer Jennifer Woodlief talks to five couples all facing matrimonial challenges head-on. From soon-to-be empty nesters to blended families, Woodlief finds out what’s working and what’s not.

Next up, we offer a look at some of the best places to eat in the county with our 2016

Tastemakers feature. You voted for your favorite places for breakfast, lunch, bar bites, dinner and cocktails, and we present those, along with picks by chefs who make the kind of culinary magic you applaud.

We wrap up features with our annual [415] Top Doctors section. Along with research from Bay Area hospitals that’s improving lives around the world, we present a brand-new list with 842 of the Bay Area’s best physicians as voted by their peers.

Up front we’ve got details on Marin’s climate action plan and an ordinance update that will allow up to four medical cannabis dispensaries in the county. We offer Valentine’s Day gift ideas and look at how local country clubs are retooling themselves for a more modern clientele. And in Reading List, we introduce you to Andy Weir, author of The Martian, the 2016 One Book One Marin selection.

In Destinations, we range far and wide with stories on the hidden side of Oahu, the softer side of Vegas and the grown-up side of Amsterdam.

In a month marked by celebration of love, we hope you find stories that beckon. And when you stop reading and venture out, look for us at one of the stellar restaurants your votes put on our list — your table is waiting.

Marin Magazine Staff Editors

From soonto-be empty nesters to blended families, Woodlief finds out what’s working and what’s not.

IN THE KITCHEN

For our 2016 Tastemakers opening image, we set photographer Lori Eanes loose at Mill Valley’s Henrybuilt with 27 of Marin’s favorite chefs. From left to right: Fabio Cocom, Erin Miwa, Eduardo “Edy” Magana, Glenn Miwa, Victor Viera, Tory Monahan, Matthew Carrerow, Michael Brady, Ben Balesteri, Bob Simontacchi, Tony Weston, Neka Pasquale, Josh Calderon, Ged Robertson, Todd Shoberg, Nick Abrams, Michael Pihl, Sam Ramadan, Mike Polite, Norman Louie, John Oyarzun, Laura van Galen, Crystal Davis, Noel Viera, Peter Shumacher, Curtis Silbermann and Robert Price.

JACK WOLFORD (TOP); LORI EANES (BOTTOM)

Above, from left: Mimi Towle, Nikki Wood, Dan Jewett

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Leashing Out

Local

laws meant to protect the environment aren’t always followed.

MDogs running free not only scare off deer, rabbits, birds and other critters; they can’t help but trample native vegetation.

BY

JIM WOOD

OST FAMILIES IN Marin consider themselves conscientious environmentalists. Many oppose using the herbicide glyphosate to control invasive vegetation; more than 70 percent voted yes on Measure A, the 2012 initiative that increased the sales tax by .25 percent to raise $100 million to buy and maintain more open space; and many attend Board of Supervisors meetings dealing with mountain bikers abusing trails laid out for hikers.

It also may be said that many Marinites are avid hikers — and many know no greater joy than walking on an open-space trail as their family dog scampers freely about, chasing butterflies or an occasional rabbit.

So what is wrong with this picture?

Here is the problem: more often than not, in Marin County, dogs should be — and in many cases must be — on a leash. And that applies to county-maintained open spaces as well as to state and national parks, Golden Gate National Recreational Area open spaces and/or the 22,000 acres of watershed that the Marin Municipal Water District manages on Mount Tamalpais.

Here is an example: unless signs otherwise indicate, dogs must be on a leash (not to exceed six feet in length) when on trails managed by the Marin County Open Space District. This includes, but is not limited to, Mount Burdell, Bolinas Lagoon, Horse Hill, Lucas Valley and Old Saint Hilary’s in Tiburon. The only exception is when you’re with your canine on an established fire road.

“On certain fire roads, dogs can be off leash,” says Marin County Parks supervising ranger Craig Solin, “as long as they’re under the immediate voice control of a responsible person.” And even then, Solin adds, “dogs shouldn’t roam free, say, more than a few feet off the fire road.”

Why the tight leash laws in Marin? “It’s relatively simple,” says Barbara Salzman, president of Marin Audubon Society. “Most of these lands were acquired through public tax dollars as a way of preserving nature, which means wildlife as well as native vegetation. And dogs running free not only scare off deer, rabbits, birds and other critters; they can’t help but trample native vegetation.” And then come the issues of dog poop and dogs, angry or not, threatening hikers, bikers and equestrians.

A few specifics regarding Marin’s dog laws: leashed or not, dogs are not allowed on Angel Island or at GGNRA’s Muir Woods, nor at Abbotts Lagoon, Drakes Beach and Point Reyes National Seashore or the public portion of Stinson Beach, and dogs need to be on leash at all times in Ring Mountain, Rush Creek, Cascade Canyon and Deer Island open space preserves. Dogs are not allowed, with or without a leash, at McNears Beach, Stafford Lake and Paradise Beach county parks.

On many trails in the GGNRA-managed Marin Headlands — Miwok, Coastal and Muir Beach, for example — dogs are allowed on a leash, while elsewhere — at Rodeo Beach and on Wolf Ridge Trail — dogs can be under voice control and roam relatively free. (GGNRA is expected to release new regulations by early spring.)

I agree that in Marin, with its abundance of open space, dog laws are both complex and restrictive. With that in mind, all of the above agencies, along with the Marin Humane Society, have excellent websites delineating local leash laws. And sure, allowing a dog to run free in Marin’s open spaces gives great satisfaction to many families. But unless those families are walking on a fire road and their dog is close by and under voice control, they are threatening the health of the local environment and could be disturbing others who also want to enjoy the open space. That’s my point of view. What’s yours?

Email pov@marinmagazine.com.

The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the policy or position of Marin Magazine and its staff.

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Debra Tarrant

Photographer, “Tastemakers 2016” (p. 48)

Editorial and commercial photographer Debra Tarrant (pictured right) specializes in food and real estate photography. Having moved 30 times in her youth, she’s developed a keen eye for people and places and always had her camera in hand at each new destination. She has created images for such publications as Marin Magazine, Comforts and Open Homes Photography. View more of her work at debratarrant.com.

Chaney Kwak

Writer, “Amsterdam” (p. 96)

Chaney Kwak writes about travel and food for a number of media outlets, including Condé Nast Traveler, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post and National Geographic Books. The co-author of Fodor’s Guide to Berlin, he has contributed to a number of anthologies and is based in Berlin and San Francisco. You can see his work at chaney.kwak.in/print.

E.C. Gladstone

Writer, “Finding Romance in Vegas” (p. 94)

From an early age, Eric Gladstone felt the pull of fabulous Las Vegas, but it was a chance collaboration with none other than Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous legend Robin Leach that led him to adopt the city as a favorite topic, moving away from writing about celebrity and entertainment ( Rolling Stone, Us Weekly) to covering travel, food, cocktails and adventure topics (BonAppetit. com, About.com, Orbitz). You can find more of his work at ecgladstone.com.

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MARIN HUMANE SOCIETY’S 10TH ANNIVERSARY GALA WHEN WHERE WHY YOU SHOULD GO COST

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March 5, 6 p.m.–11 p.m.

The Clubhouse at Peacock Gap, 333 Biscayne Drive, San Rafael

Experience a night of dramatic and inspiring storytelling about the animals — and people — whose lives are changed by the work of Marin’s oldest nonprofit organization. Join us for a reception featuring animal ambassadors followed by a gourmet three-course dinner, and an opportunity to bid on unique live auction items. Top off the evening with dancing into the night. This elegant affair is the Marin Humane Society’s most important benefit event of the year.

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SAN FRANCISCO TRIBAL AND TEXTILE ARTS SHOW

Feb. 18, 6–9 p.m.

Feb. 19–20, 11 a.m.–7 p.m. Feb. 21, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

Festival Pavilion, Fort Mason, San Francisco

The San Francisco Tribal and Textile Arts Show features 80 international and national dealers exhibiting textiles, tribal arts, exceptional artifacts, objects and art displayed for sale in a museum-like setting.

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Your Letters

Giving Thanks

Thank you for your recent article “Giving Back” (December), which profiled many of the nonprofit agencies committed to the well-being of Marin residents. We at the Community Institute for Psychotherapy (CIP) are grateful and proud to be among these committed organizations. Thank you again for your acknowledgment of these agencies and the caring and involved community we all serve.

LYNN GUTTMAN LENT, PRESIDENT OF CIP, VIA EMAIL

Water Woes

Thank you so much for your article about the contents of our water in Marin (“What’s in Your Water?” January). A group of us are getting signatures for an initiative to place a moratorium on the addition of fluoride until studies are done to ensure its safety. It is costly to add, it needs special handling because of its toxicity and it is impossible to regulate the dosage evenly in the process of adding it.

SANGITA MOSKOW, VIA EMAIL

Correction

First and foremost, I would like to express my deep appreciation for the publishing of the fine article by Mark Anthony Wilson (“Marin City,” December). I have noted two incorrect statements — articles on Frank Lloyd Wright and Aaron Green receive a great deal of scrutiny. The statement “Green opened his San Francisco practice after Wright’s death in 1959” is incorrect; Green opened his San Francisco practice at 319 Grant Avenue in 1951, sharing a joint office space with Wright. Also, the statement “The five-story units at the base of the hillsides were Green’s work; Warnecke designed the two-story town houses along Drake Road” is incorrect. In fact, the five-story units at the base of the hillsides and the two-story town houses along Drake Road were Green’s work; John Carl Warnecke was responsible for administration and construction documents. JAN NOVIE, PRESIDENT, AARON GREEN ASSOCIATES INC., VIA EMAIL

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In Marin

CELEBRATING THE PEOPLE, PLACES AND CAUSES OF THIS UNIQUE COUNTY

KEEPING IT COOL

Already ahead of the game, the county ups its climate plan goals.

BY KASIA PAWLOWSKA

The Mill Valley bike path during a recent king tide.

A2015 PEW RESEARCH Center survey shows that there is a global consensus on climate change. All 40 nations polled said it is a serious problem, with a global median of 54 percent considering it a very serious problem. Marin residents are concerned as well, and they’re going above and beyond the call of duty. In a recent climate action plan update, the county planned to reduce community greenhouse gas emissions to 30 percent below 1990 levels and to reduce municipal emissions to 15 percent below 1990 levels by 2020. In the 2006 plan, Marin set a community emissions reduction target of 15 percent below 1990 levels by 2020 — a goal that was reached eight years ahead of schedule in 2012. marinsustainability.org/climate

Unique Unions

It’s February and love is in the air, and in the stores, and on TV, and in your in-box; it’s enough to make even the most die-hard lovebirds cynical. Fortunately, there are couples out there celebrating a less commercial vision of love. K.P.

1

J ulie Lee and Brock Batten

Hatcher Pass, Alaska

Sometimes an adventure elopement means nothing goes as planned, yet everything turns out better than you could have imagined. After days of RV driving, drone flying and almost getting snowed in on the top of a glacier, this couple’s Alaskan adventure led them to the isolated Hatcher Pass. “I could not imagine a more appropriate place to get hitched,” says the groom. Total in attendance: six people, including the bride and the groom.

WALK

THIS WAY

2

Sydney Bannerman and Ryan Condrashoff

Cow Track Ranch, Nicasio

“Everything from the start to the finish was a representation of us,” says the bride. What represents this intrepid duo? A horseback entrance and tying the knot in a field, followed by dancing and drinking whiskey with their nearest and dearest in a barn. The groom agrees: “We looked at how people traditionally do weddings, took what we liked, disregarded what we didn’t and did our own thing where it felt natural.”

3

Carol Korycinski and Peter McKibben

McCovey Cove, San Francisco

You don’t have to resign yourself to the standard fare when it comes to adding excitement to your wedding. While this wasn’t the first marriage for the bride or the groom, it was the inaugural one for the RocketBoat. The vessel holds a maximum of 100 (sopping wet) guests and offers other bonuses if you plan accordingly. This couple chose their date based on the Giants schedule and got featured on the jumbo screen and TV screens across the country.

If you seek activities that offer enlightenment, check out Detour Detours are a set of downloadable walking tours that take you (and up to three friends) on journeys on your own time through 10 San Francisco neighborhoods where locals and longtime residents offer insights. KQED is presenting three tours, one featuring a Marin fixture’s inside take on San Francisco’s most misconstrued neighborhood — the Haight. Peter Coyote will walk you from the site of Jimi Hendrix’s first San Francisco concerts to the parade route where Coyote and his pals declared the whole hippie scene dead and tried to bury it. Other Detours include the Tenderloin, Fisherman’s Wharf, and Beyond the Painted Ladies. detour.com K.P.

Sutter Health Novato Community Hospital features prominent Bay Area surgeons in our growing Bone & Joint program. These board certified physicians are highly trained in minimally invasive surgeries including:

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POT ORDINANCE

OVERHAUL

After years of back-and-forth, the Marin County Board of Supervisors unanimously agreed on a mandate that allows up to four medical cannabis dispensaries in the county. The law sets up rules and guidelines for patient cooperatives and details the conditions they would need to meet to fulfill the medical needs of local patients. Community Development Agency Assistant Director Tom Lai will work on an implementation program, which would include a fee schedule and criteria for dispensaries to be legally approved. When criteria are submitted to the board, applications could be accepted as soon as late spring 2016, with licenses issued by summer 2016. K.P.

BY THE NUMBERS

Consignment Quest

Sometimes things are better the second time around, after they’ve been loved and put to the test, and clothes are certainly no exception. Here are a handful of consignment stores throughout Marin that offer great deals on second-chance items. K.P.

DIAMONDS IN THE ROUGH This Mill Valley boutique features everything from high-end designer labels to never-before-worn Lululemon workout clothes. Coveted finds like vintage Chanel and Hermes purses are also known to be spotted here, so look for the 20 percent off sales and make your sartorial dreams a reality. 448 Miller Ave, 415.388.7773

ENCORE In business since 1967, Encore has been keeping San Rafael stylish for decades. Currently run by motherdaughter duo Linda and Sarah, the store offers fine and costume jewelry, evening gowns, handbags and more, all selected by the vetted clothing connoisseurs. Stop by and find the likes of Burberry, Valentino and YSL, along with other surprises. 11 Mary St, encoreconsignment.com

SWAN DIVE Serving Corte Madera and beyond for more than 20 years, Swan Dive carries an assortment of fine labels like Etro, Tory Burch and Chloe, to name a few. If you’re consigning your own clothes, the store offers a 50/50 split for your items when they sell — money that can easily be applied to whatever gems you unearth there. 1 First St, swandivestyle.com

WHAT POPPY WANTS Gucci, Fendi, Louis Vuitton and Prada are only some of the labels that make frequent appearances in this Larkspur boutique. Not a ball gown kinda gal? Check out the ample cowboy boot collection. Not a gal? What Poppy Wants also carries men’s clothing, as well as gift certificates. 1106 Magnolia Ave, whatpoppywants.com

Super Bowl Done Right

Couldn’t score tickets to the big game? Neither could we, but we’ve got next best thing. Super Bowl City, the Host Committee’s free fan village across the street from the Ferry Building in San Francisco, will be all about celebrating during Super Bowl week from January 30 to February 7. Be sure to check out the Fan Energy Zone, too, where fans will power the experiences at the center of Justin Herman Plaza — both figuratively and literally. The light show in the interactive gaming space will light up based on peak activity from the games and activities, and fans will also be able to power the lights with stationary bikes and hand cranks. Planning your Super Bowl party? Here, three Marin-based Super Bowl 50 Host Committee insiders share their tips for watching the big game. sfbaysuperbowl.com K.P.

Keith Bruce CEO and President

Hometown: Novato

Favorite team: 49ers

Watch: Flatiron Saloon in San Rafael or Finnegan’s Marin in Novato

Snack: Chili from any sports bar serving it in Novato

Pat Gallagher

Executive Vice President of Marketing,

Partnerships and Communication

Hometown: Stinson Beach

Favorite team: San Diego Chargers (originally from San Diego)

Watch: Sand Dollar in Stinson Beach

Snack: Grilled Tomales Bay oysters with Sartain’s hot sauce from Petaluma

Stephanie Martin Vice President of Marketing and

Communications

Hometown: Mill Valley

Favorite team: Patriots (originally from Boston)

Watch: Silver Peso in Larkspur

Snack: Cowgirl Creamery grilled cheese with raspberry jam on Acme bread

Laura H.

Stage 4 breast cancer survivor

Giver of hope

Mother, author, breast cancer battler.

When Laura was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer, friends encouraged her to go to UCSF’s Carol Franc Buck Breast Care Center. Here, she met Dr. Mark Moasser, a man who would change her prognosis and her life.

Dr. Moasser enrolled Laura in an extremely promising drug trial in Los Angeles. Then, after six months of commuting from her home in Marin, he petitioned the FDA and got Laura her own individual trial run out of UCSF, enabling her to stay at home with her family while fighting for her life. Laura is currently off the experimental drug, cancer-free and writing a book about her experience.

No one ever anticipates needing such specialized medical care. But it’s comforting to know that if you do, UCSF Medical Center is nearby. And, with more than 60 outreach clinics, such as the Greenbrae Clinic in Marin, we bring that expertise even closer to families throughout Northern California. See Laura’s story and others at ucsfhealth.org/possible.

They’re Back

Grab the binoculars and head for the cliffs to see the larger side of nature.

WHILE ELEPHANT SEALS spend most of their life at sea, from early fall through mid-spring a breeding colony of these huge pinnipeds (they can weigh as much as 5,000 pounds) can be observed from Elephant Seal Overlook near Chimney Rock, above breathtaking Drakes Bay. JOSEPH SCHELL

WHAT YOU’LL SEE Mating and birthing behavior, including male dominance contests and the interactions of mothers and pups. Listen for the distinctive vocalizations of females and pups and the trumpeting of the adult male as you make your way around the Chimney Rock area.

HISTORY The elephant seals were absent from Point Reyes for decades after overhunting, but a “new” colony is thought to have migrated from the Farallones and Año Nuevo rookeries. This colony, which now has more than 1,700 animals, all started with the first elephant seal pup born at Drakes Beach in 1981.

WHERE TO PARK Chimney Rock parking lot, the closest access point, provides limited spaces. From December to April on weekends and holidays, shuttle buses run from Drakes Beach to the lighthouse to Chimney Rock. Fare is $7; free for ages 15 and under.

TIPS On weekends and holidays look out for docents with binoculars and spotting scopes, who can help identify and provide information about the seals. To avoid crowds go on a weekday. Check nps.gov for closures and more viewing tips.

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High Note

This Teacher of the Year understands the power of old-fashioned music education.

BY TIM PORTER

SPhoebe Dong, orchestra teacher, Mill Valley School District

OMEONE ONCE CALLED Phoebe Dong “the Pied Piper of Marin,” an apt moniker. Dong, 57, has taught music for 28 years, the last eight in Mill Valley, where she leads classical music classes (and a bluegrass band). In October, the Marin Symphony named Dong Teacher of the Year. Why did you become a teacher? I enjoyed music from a very young age, but I knew in high school that there were inequities in the school system. Certain schools had great music programs and other schools had nothing. I wanted to rectify that. First job? A marching band teacher at a middle school in the East Bay. What keeps you excited? It’s seeing the potential in every child, knowing that everybody has music in his or her blood. It’s an untapped source of creativity — an easy thing to forget when so many other things take precedence over music and the arts. Playing music is tactile. You hold something in your hand. Yes! This is the only thing that is not battery operated. You have to run the instrument yourself. It’s good oldfashioned learning. It doesn’t give you instant gratification. Children need that. Can any child learn music? To some degree, yes. Some are

very linear; some are, shall we say, more intuitive. How do kids react when they first hear classical music? It’s a revelation. Kids are much more hooked into cinematic music. Cinematic? Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter. But much of it is drawn from classical music so it’s an advantage. What do you do during the summers? Last summer I went to Vermont and studied at a very intensive piano school. I had to audition to get in. I lived and breathed piano for three weeks. Do you have a piano at home? I do, a Steinway baby grand. The violin seems hard to learn. Nothing is difficult if you break it down. I tell kids to break it down and then bring all the pieces back together. Why bluegrass? Another music teacher here plays the banjo so we created this club. Last year we started with seven kids and this year we have 21. It’s more free-spirited and there’s a lot more improvisation. Bluegrass is the country form of jazz. You’ve taught for 28 years. Have you seen the movie Mr. Holland’s Opus? Oh, yes. Any parallels? Not really. Mr. Holland never had any money for his program and Marin’s so wealthy. And I’ve never been pink-slipped. m

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MM: You started out as a selfpublished author, and now The Martian has been traditionally published and is a feature film. How does it feel to be living every author’s dream? AW: Feels great! It’s all of my dreams coming true. Only problem is now I have to write another book. Will it be as good? I don’t know. I guess we’ll find out. But there’s definitely pressure.

MM: If NASA were to plan the ultimate mission to Mars, would you be on the first launch out of here?

AW: No way. I write about brave people, but I’m not one of them.

MM: What are some of the coolest space nerd things you’ve gotten to do as a result of publishing The Martian? AW: I got to do a fourday tour of Johnson Space Center in Houston, which included a visit to the Mission Control Center. They let me sit at one of the stations there and control a camera mounted on the outside of the International Space Station.

We sat down with Mountain View’s Andy Weir to discuss his bestselling book, which recently became a motion picture: The Martian.

MM: Your book is 2016’s One Book, One Marin selection. What part of the partnership are you most excited about? AW: The part where a bunch of people read my book. I think deep down, every author is motivated by that: the knowledge that someone out there is reading and enjoying his or her work.

MM: How involved were you in the cinematic retelling of your novel? What was that experience like? AW: Mostly my job was just to cash the check. Though they did send me the screenplay to get my opinion, they weren’t required to listen to anything I had to say. They kept me updated on the production because they’re cool. And in the end, the film is very true to the book, so I’m happy.

MM: What drew you to this subject matter? Space junkie? NASA enthusiast? Other? AW: I’ve always been interested in space travel, ever since I was a little kid. So yes, I’m a space junkie and a NASA enthusiast. CALIN VAN PARIS

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The Martian by Andy Weir (Mountain View), Crown, $15. After a freak storm leaves him stranded on Mars, astronaut Mark Watney has to find a way to survive on a planet with no water and minimal provisions — and let Earth know he is alive. Despite incredible obstacles, Watney uses science and his irreverent humor to survive and even make contact with his home world. Appearing at Book Passage Corte Madera February 3, 6:30 p.m.

Discovering Vintage San Francisco by Laura Smith Borrman (Oakland), Globe Pequot Press, $16.95 . An amazing way to travel back in time through the eclecticism and vibrancy of San Francisco, this book is a collection of fascinating stories about the city’s neighborhoods, restaurants and landmarks. Choose where to visit by neighborhood, category and era. Appearing at Book Passage Ferry Building February 23, 6 p.m.

Girl Behind the Door by John Brooks (Fairfax), Scribner, $24. John Brooks’ life took a tragic turn when his daughter jumped from the Golden Gate Bridge. By reading through her journals and letters and consulting therapists, Brooks hopes to understand and provide hope to other struggling teens. Appearing at Book Passage Corte Madera February 9, 6 p.m.

What Is Zen? by Norman Fischer (Muir Beach) and Sue Moon (Berkeley), Shambhala, $15.95. Two extraordinary teachers come together to write about Zen Buddhism, creating an ideal introduction for those wishing to learn more. The book, written in a question-andanswer format, can be read as a story or used as a guide in the development of a Buddhist practice. Appearing at Book Passage Corte Madera February 12, 7 p.m.

The Heart of Sustainability: Restoring Ecological Balance from the Inside Out by Andres Edwards (Fairfax), New Society Publishers, $19.95. This book considers the human dimension to the international desire to change the world. In addition to education, ecology and equity, which can be seen as the future of sustainability, Edwards calls on readers to reconnect with themselves, others and nature in order to face ecological challenges with compassion and creativity. Appearing at Book Passage Corte Madera Saturday, February 27, 4 p.m.

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The changing face of members-only clubs.

BY KASIA PAWLOWSKA

MARIN HAS MANY activity clubs. Golf clubs, yacht clubs and myriad others that encompass almost every type of physical exertion, even uncommon outliers like paddle tennis at the Lagunitas Country Club, which severely restricts membership. All these clubs — from those that appear more like community hangouts to the seemingly exclusive — have been forced to evolve to fit into a changing, burgeoning scene. The halcyon days of private, men’s only, golf only clubs are over.

According to polls conducted by the National Club Association, a Washington, D.C.–based group that advances the interests of private, social and recreational clubs, members are looking for family-centered opportunities. The numbers over the past 10 years reflect these preference shifts. More than 400,000 people left the game of golf in 2013, a figure that accounts for roughly a fifth of players in the country, and the industry is trimming down, with only 14 new golf courses (public and private) built that same year, while 158 closed. In the past, the course served as the cornerstone amenity at country clubs, but

challenges of time, cost and difficulty of the game have eaten into its popularity as a primary attraction. Also, families are demanding activities that please diverse age groups.

Golf is still an important offering for many clubs, but it’s only one piece of the membership puzzle. With very few exceptions, modernday private clubs determined to prosper have had to adapt to interests and expectations of a broader demographic who will, ultimately, decide if the establishment remains viable.

For decades after Marin Country Club opened in 1957, its image was clouded by a perception among nonmembers that it was

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a good-old-boys’ place reserved for an elite clientele. Originally, the club was conceived with the intent of creating a residential neighborhood surrounding a championship golf course, a plan that succeeded for similar organizations during the past half-century as grazing land was converted for recreational uses. But that part of the plan was never carried out. Meanwhile, outmoded aspects like handpicked exclusivity to secure a wealthy, staid, typically male membership fell by the

The halcyon days of private, men’s only, golf only clubs are over.

wayside, opening the door to a more varied and family-friendly clientele. With amenities that include an 18-hole championship golf course, tennis courts, swimming pools, fitness area, kids’ camps and eclectic cuisine, Marin Country Club (MCC) has developed into a notably inclusive place that couples and multigenerational families can enjoy in a sunny pocket of Ignacio Valley.

Thanks to ongoing facilities modernization (including a renovated golf course) and events like family barbecues, wine tastings and cooking classes, spending time at the club feels more like a “staycation,” so no longer is boasting about one’s golf handicap the primary path to membership. That’s a welcome development for Novato resident Paul Moseley, who joined along with his wife, Sara, and two young children two years ago. “First and foremost, we joined for our kids, after visiting several times and seeing the whole scene with the pool and camps,” says Paul, who’s caught the golf bug but only has time to play a few rounds a year. “We used to turn our kids loose in our neighborhood, but the activities at the club and the opportunity it offers to be social and socialize with other kids, like when I was kid in Alabama, were at the end of the day the biggest factor.”

Another place catering to the needs of families is the Club at Harbor Point. Built 50 years ago by brothers Ray and Marty

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Kaliski, Harbor Point developed a reputation for its party scene back in the ’60s and ’70s, with a jet-set crowd of pilots and stewardesses making their mark. Many of those people stayed on, and in the ’90s the club gained a different reputation.

“We became known as the place with a bunch of old people,” says Patrick Kaliski, who currently operates the club. So in 2011, he set out to revitalize the business. Kaliski knew that in order to broaden its populace the facility would need to update in a number of ways. Internally, club management software was purchased and marketing was adjusted and geared to a younger crowd. A two-story fitness center was built and filled with brand-new workout equipment, and personal trainers and tennis pros were hired. “For the first time ever we also began offering group fitness classes like Gyrotonic and yoga,” Kaliski adds. Towel service and free electric-car-charging stations were also added to entice new members. The club’s name and logo have undergone several different iterations over the years as well.

If golf clubs are considered stuffy, yacht clubs up that ante by a few notches. Marin Yacht Club, however, known as “the friendliest harbor on the bay,” has been in business since 1937, and its accepting policies may explain the longevity. “About eight years ago we changed our membership from single to spousal, where partners can have equal standing in the club,” says Staff Commodore Kathleen Barr.

Admittedly, with its tennis courts, bocce ball, pool, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards, the club is hardly just a “yacht” club.

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The facilities, along with an extremely petand kid-friendly environment, were selling points for Mike Okoniewski and his wife, Sarah, two years ago when they were looking for a club. “It was close by, and everyone was so accommodating and nice,” he says.

We have a lot more junior clinics, host high school golf teams and even have a family campout on the driving range every year.

“With our three-year-old twin boys running around, it can be off-putting to some. But here we had built-in parents and grandparents.” Since he works from home in Fairfax, he also likes the convenience: “I can go down at lunch for a quick paddle.”

Change is even afoot at Marin County’s only other private golf enclave, the Meadow Club, which has both a waiting list and an exclusive Alister MacKenzie course dating back to 1927. “We’re happy to be a healthy club that is evolving over time as we become more family friendly than in the day when it was a men’s club,” says head golf professional Jim O’Neal. “We have a lot more junior clinics, host high school golf teams and even have a family campout on the driving range every year.”

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LOVE,MARINSTYLE

How five local couples navigate married life.

BY JENNIFER WOODLIEF

IN THIS MONTH dedicated to love, as many celebrate romance, companionship and everything in between, we take a look at the institution of marriage here in Marin. Five couples ranging in age and circumstance speak candidly about how they navigate married life. To encourage total honesty and deep reflection we have changed the names of those interviewed. We found that marriages in Marin are, for the post part, the same as marriages anywhere else — and that is, in a word, challenging. Like everywhere else, couples here deal with basic “bread and butter” issues: concerns about trust and fidelity, as well as differences in how to handle money, sex and parenting. Meet five couples who are facing the struggle head-on.

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• Alice and Dan:

The Soon-to-Be-Empty-Nesters Marriage

Alice, a stay-at-home mom, and Dan, a financial consultant, met in college and began dating in their early 20s. After a few false starts — a breakup followed by an engagement that Dan broke off due to cold feet — the couple reconciled once and for all and got married. Many different phases of life and 22 years later, they have a son in college and another son and a daughter close to graduating high school.

Dan and Alice describe themselves as best friends. Their mutual attraction has remained constant throughout the marriage, although they claim that their sex life has now “dwindled” to twice a week. They make concerted efforts to

carve out time for each other, from a long-standing Thursday date night to getaways without the kids.

They live in a 7,500-square-foot house in Southern Marin, and their primary issue at this point is the next stage in their relationship, when their last two kids move away.

The Challenges: Life Beyond Kids

A: “Everyone is so busy. Our stress is around money in that it takes a lot to run a house like this. But I feel good about the job we have done raising the kids, and I am looking forward to more time together with Dan — wine tasting, traveling.”

D: “We are looking ahead, planning what we are going to do next, making things simpler, downsizing the house. I’m kind of excited for it. It’s fun to do things as a family, but I love doing stuff just with Alice. I like teasing her.”

The Advice From Alice and Dan

A & D (IN UNISON): “Talking.”

A: “So many of my friends seem to lead separate lives and just do not talk to their husbands. I guess they feel if they don’t communicate, they don’t have to argue. But we discuss. There is a lot of discussing in this house.”

A & D (IN UNISON): “And sex.”

D: “You have to have sex. If you are not having sex, you’re in trouble.”

A: “We like sex. Sex is our friend.”

The primary issue facing them at this point in their marriage is the next stage in their relationship, when their last two kids move away.

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• Nora and Anna: The Finding-Time-for-Us Marriage

Nora, a retired investment banker, and Anna, a writer, have been together nearly two decades and married for eight years (they wed as soon as they were legally permitted to). They live in Novato.

An adoring couple, with Anna stating unabashedly that the relationship is the “thing she is most proud of” in her life, they’ve clearly prioritized nurturing their marriage. They reach out and touch each other as they speak, make eye

Anna is my best friend, my cheerleader, and a shoulder to cry on. But sometimes it seems that I don’t get enough of her attention.

contact and gently finish each other’s sentences. A recurring theme that seems patently true in their marriage is that they accept each other for who they are.

As for sex, they actually have it about once a month — “sometimes more, but sometimes less.” And although Anna might like more physical intimacy, she acknowledges that desire levels can differ and doesn’t view that as necessarily a problem. The couple’s biggest issue is physical presence: specifically, how much time and attention Anna, who is working full-time, can give to Nora.

The Challenges: Work-Family Balance

A: “Marriage represents the ultimate commitment and connection. Nora is the greatest person on the planet. I think working on our marriage is sacred, holy work, and to do it is a gift … I tend to overdo it with my work. I work late hours, and I have less time for Nora. I wish we could always be taking strolls on the beach or having picnics in the park. But I try to treat whatever we are doing as a romantic interlude, even just a walk together.”

N: “Anna is my best friend, my cheerleader, and a shoulder to cry on. But sometimes it seems that I don’t get enough of her attention. Other times, Anna will come to me with a problem and I want to fix it, but she just wants to be heard. I tell her to do something and she won’t. She views it as a control issue, that I am ordering her around.”

A: “I thoroughly, thoroughly support Nora. Her veil, her denial, her inability to feel my love is my biggest frustration. For years I tried to fix myself, but now I realize that it is her issue.”

N: “I don’t always feel the connection, but I do know that it’s always there.”

The Advice From Nora and Anna

Commitment is the key to this marriage for both partners. “I am not going anywhere,” Anna says. “We both have a stake in the ground.” They also believe their relationship is strengthened by having the same values and by remaining fully involved in each other’s lives.

• Ruby and Sam: The Blended-Family Marriage

Ruby, a veterinarian tech with two adolescent-age girls, and Sam, a medical researcher with two similar-age boys, blended their families five years ago in Larkspur.

All the typical issues facing a marriage, like finances and parenting, can be land mines in a blended family, with complex custodial time-sharing issues and ex-spouses thrown into the mix. And second marriages have fewer shared memories for the couple to fall back on.

In Ruby and Sam’s marriage, their sex life is vibrant (several times a week), as might be expected of a new relationship, especially one in which kids aren’t around all the time. Financial issues are not a point of conflict, save for negotiating moments of perceived favoritism toward their own respective kids or questions of inheritance: when an estate may not be left to all children exactly equally, big-ticket purchases like a second home can become highly complicated. For this particular couple, though, the thorniest problems involve parenting with ex-spouses in the picture.

The Challenges: Fairness in Dividing Time, Money and Attention

In blending their families, Ruby and Sam have found that every single household policy and parenting philosophy has to be negotiated or “lived in conflict.” Bedtimes, eating habits, vacations, even holiday traditions have had to be readdressed and compromised on. For the most part, the kids get along — if amid a daily deluge of jealous resentments: “Why do I have to eat broccoli if he doesn’t?” “Why does she have Uggs/an iPhone/a hamster when I don’t?” “Why do I have to wear a jacket if he doesn’t?”

R: “Most of the hurt our kids feel revolves around the lack of our attention and time, and there is never enough to go around. Only having my kids half of the time to begin with, and then having to dilute the remaining time with the competing activity schedules and housework involved

All the typical issues facing a marriage, like finances and parenting, are basically land mines in a blended marriage.

with two more kids is debilitating. It has gotten so that I am almost never able to spend quality time with just my girls.”

S: “The vision I had of enjoying a big, happy family has actually turned into more like air traffic controlling. I had great plans for us all to take the type of family vacations I loved as a kid, but it turns out that our various custodial schedules makes getting away together all but impossible.”

R: “With our blending situation everyone always makes the inevitable comparison to the Brady Bunch , but we always respond that there never seemed to be any ex-spouses

around on that show. As if our situation wasn’t difficult enough, my husband [Sam]’s bitter ex-wife uses her children as spies, extracting information from them on my spending, my parenting, my job and my relationship with their dad. As a result, I have become incredibly guarded around her kids, watching everything that I say or do.”

S: “Ruby has a cooperative relationship with her ex, which is generally great, but it also means that he dumps the kids on her a lot during his custodial time, and it often interferes with plans that we have.”

The Advice From Ruby and Sam

Ruby and Sam have tried to find creative solutions, such as separate vacations, to spend time with their children from their previous marriages, and they have made extra efforts to strengthen their own relationship during the times they do not have the kids around. Still, they now say, couples with kids from earlier marriages should think long and hard about blending. As difficult as it is to admit, they believe their relationship would likely be stronger if they had remained with their kids in separate residences and “dated” (or had a very long engagement) until the kids were older.

• Irene and Randy:

The Staying-Together-for-the-Kids Marriage

Irene, a part-time interior designer, and Randy, an attorney, have been married nearly a quarter of a century. They live in Corte Madera with their three sons, two in high school and one in junior high.

Although they remain a strong parenting team, Irene describes their relationship as being “buddies.” Sex is no longer a part of their marriage and has not been for years. Several years ago, when Randy was traveling a great deal and Irene was alone much of the time, she secretly had a brief affair with an old college boyfriend simply to have somebody “find me desirable and want to take me to bed.” At this point, Irene feels “stuck” in the marriage and is essentially waiting until the kids are through high school to split and make a new life for herself. Randy, who knows about the affair, acknowledges this possibility but thinks things will get better when the kids are out of the house.

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The Challenges: Intimacy and Financial Stability

Irene and Randy have a strong bond born of similar parenting styles and a feeling that they have done a good job raising their sons and providing them with every opportunity. But that has come at a cost of substantial financial pressure, with neither parent able to deny their sons anything. Team sports and other activities put them on the hook for about $1,000 per month per child, which has been taking a serious monetary toll. The biggest problem by far, however, at least for Irene, is the lack of intimacy in the marriage.

At this point, Irene feels ‘stuck’ in the marriage and is essentially waiting until the kids are through high school to split and make a new life for herself.

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I: “Even though Randy has had a solid job off and on since we have been together, we are always stretching, especially with the boys’ activities. Neither of us can say no. We want the kids to have a well-rounded experience living in Marin.”

R: “We are still in our ‘starter house,’ which drives Irene crazy. There are choices we made way back when we decided to have three kids and live in Marin. Irene seems to forget that we made that choice, and now she is just angry about it all the time. If we were living outside Marin, we would have a much easier lifestyle.”

I: “We can still have a good time together and we get along well for the most part, but the romance, and the fun, is gone. The thought of taking care of each other’s needs or making each other feel attractive was lost a long time ago. I got so tired of being the one initiating sex that it just stopped for me. I probably only have three more decades on the planet — I still feel young and healthy and like there are other options out there for me. I just want to get the kids through high school and off to college and then start over, and I don’t want to start over with Randy.”

R: “I have been working so hard to keep the house paid for and the family expenses paid that I am totally exhausted. Sometimes it takes everything I have just to get through the day. And frankly, Irene can be nasty — when there is so much conflict, and she is pushing, pushing at me, I don’t want to be with her. Once the kids are gone, I think there is a good chance that we will reconnect.”

The Advice From Irene and Randy

Randy’s recommendations are primarily tied to finances — keep closer tabs on them, and turn down, for example, a trip to Aspen when the family can’t really afford

it. He admits that he generally feels if he ignores a problem it will go away, and that perhaps that perspective has harmed his relationship irrevocably. Irene wishes that they had truly hung on to date night early on and never let it go. She believes it is essential to treat each other with love and respect and to show it rather than just say it — “work on your marriage monthly, weekly, daily, work on it before it seems insurmountable to fix, before it’s too far gone to bring it back.”

• Karen and Steve: The Open Marriage

“I think we’ve found the solution to a happy marriage,” Karen says, smiling. “And it didn’t happen overnight.”

Most friends and family glancing at the family’s holiday card would see an idyllic life: two grown daughters, one married and holding a smiling toddler on her hip, and Karen and Steve holding hands. However, the photo does not tell the entire story. “Not only do we have an open marriage,” says Steve, “we have swapped spouses and have threesomes with people we meet online.” Giving that information time to sink in, Karen adds, “It’s actually very clinical and hygienic” to find willing partners online, as some websites specialize in matching up people from open marriages. This seemingly unusual situation started a few years ago, when Karen, finished with childrearing and feeling attracted to a co-worker, told Steve she was ready to end their decades-long marriage. He countered with a proposal: “Let’s try an open marriage.” He too felt restless, but didn’t want to end their relationship. He told her it was OK to pursue this other man, but he just didn’t want to know the details. He also added the surprise idea of adding strangers into their sexual mix. “I’m not sure if this will last forever,” Karen says. “But I am enjoying this rather bizarre twist.”

The Challenges: Adjusting to an Uncommon Situation

K: “No one knows about this part of our marriage; we were both born and raised in Marin, and to keep our secret, we travel to other places to partake in our sexual encounters. I wanted to share this story, because as unusual as it sounds, it is working for us. I do worry that my daughters might find out, and I’m not sure what I would say if they did.”

S: “The hard part about our situation, to me, is that we started this later in life, after our kids were out of the house. It’s been a bit of a paradigm shift in how I see myself. I didn’t want to lose Karen forever, and I can understand why she had feelings for another man. We were barely having sex; I wasn’t interested. However, now it’s exciting and new, and I feel like we are discovering each other all over again.”

K: “I also feel it’s sad that we have to keep this a secret. There is an unfair stigma associated with couples who decide to date openly yet stay together, especially in comparison to those who have covert affairs and live a life completely separate and hidden from their spouse. There’s no guilt between us, as we share all the facts of

I didn’t want to lose Karen forever, and I can understand why she had feelings for another man.

our escapades. It’s not always laughs and passion; there are tears and worries too. But it’s exciting and liberating. We’re honest, responsible adults who haven’t been forced by society to turn off our sexuality. We’re just like any other married couple, except we are maybe a little bit more exciting to gossip about.”

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The Advice From Karen and Steve

K: “Honesty. It’s not easy, but once you start down this path, being open and honest with each other is all you have. This includes [mentioning] jealousy. I had to tell Steve that I didn’t want to include one particular woman because of the way she flirted. It made me uncomfortable.”

S: “Try to not be so rigid. We are on this planet once. You are lucky if you find a spouse you care about, and sex is only one component of a marriage. I want to grow old with Karen and we will have a lot to talk about in those rocking chairs at the old age home.”

A WORD FROM THE EXPERTS

In the obvious-but-true category, therapists agree that one key to a successful marriage is for spouses to always treat each other with respect and compassion. Even if partners don’t agree, they still need to be respectful of the other person’s point of view. Making time for each other — some therapists suggest that a couple do whatever it takes for them to get away by themselves without kids for a weekend now and then — is cited as crucial as well.

“It takes a lot to live in Marin,” says Robert Nemerovski, president of the Marin County Psychological Association and a therapist who has practiced in the field for a decade. “Couples have a tremendous amount of pressure in their lives, even if they have extraordinary net worth.” Marin-based clinical psychologist Albert Wong agrees: “The financial pressures of what it takes to live in Marin seems to create significant burdens, both real and imagined, on many, and this sometimes reflects itself in increased interpersonal tension in significant relationships.”

One issue Nemerovski sees that could be more common for marriages in Marin: “There may be a tendency for people here to be more individualistic, more focused on self-actualization.” This “quest for fulfillment can pull someone in a different trajectory than they were originally on with their partner” or create “the belief that their family is not going to meet all of their needs.”

Speaking of family, “taking care of the couple relationship is really important,” says Helga Fasching, a couples therapist practicing in Marin. “It is important not to have the kids run the household but to set appropriate boundaries.” Once you do, there is more time to spend on the spousal relationship, she says.

Couples also feel less connected when they don’t carve out enough time away from work, day-to-day stressors, and parenting and domestic responsibilities. Kyle Canepa, the founder of Modern Shift, a Marin-based divorce resource network, finds that about two-thirds of divorces are instigated by women. She says women who approach their spouse about divorce have generally already made their decision, and husbands seem generally “blindsided” by it, having assumed that the marriage would eventually get back on track by itself. Women, according to Canepa, often reach an “authenticity point,” usually in connection with a significant anniversary or birthday or a health scare, which leads them to decide “this isn’t the life I want to live with the time I have left.” Many couples have sought her resources early in the process of separation to help find “financial freedom, coverage with child care — the issues that can bog a marriage down.” And some couples, using employment and therapeutic resources, do become “more empowered and more communicative” and decide to give their marriage another try. m

TASTEMAKERS 2016

With so much

culinary talent

here

in

Marin, there can never be too many chefs in the kitchen.

BY MIMI TOWLE

IN A COUNTY known for its farm-fresh produce, artisan meats and caught-that-day seafood, we are spoiled when it comes to dining. Next time the question of where to go for a meal arises, we hope you turn to these pages for inspiration. Here, Marin’s top tastemakers, as voted by our readers, are seen jostling for position in the new Henrybuilt studio in Mill Valley, along with the delicious top-selling dishes they create. And so you too can feel like an insider, the chefs and owners also let us know where they like to go after a long shift.

• PHOTOS BY DEBRA TARRANT • OPENING PHOTO BY LORI EANES

BREAKFAST

SHORELINE COFFEE SHOP

221 Shoreline Hwy, Mill Valley, shorelinecoffeeshop.com

Top Seller Tennessee Valley Toast with two eggs up, avocado, sautéed kale and chile flakes on rustic bread, $13.50

Why “I wanted to highlight one of our favorite egg farms, Woolly Egg Ranch, which is on the way to the Tennessee Valley trailhead. They’re producing really beautiful eggs, but they can’t always be visually appreciated in a scramble or French toast. The bread we use is baked by Mick up at Green Gulch Farm. Both are a stone’s throw from the coffee shop in Tam Junction.”

Chef/Owner Ged Robertson

Sold More than 100 orders a week and climbing

TASTEMAKERS’ FAVORITES

Ged’s Go-To One of Tara’s delicious baked treats at Cibo, Sausalito

Tory’s Go-To Chilaquiles with hash browns, Green Gulch toast and a milkshake at Shoreline Coffee Shop in Mill Valley

Josh’s Go-To Pastry and coffee at Bovine Bakery in Point Reyes Station

Chuck’s Go-To Eggs and bacon at Half Day Cafe in Kentfield

John’s Go-To Any croissant at Le Croissant in San Rafael

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HALF DAY CAFE

848 College Ave, Kentfield, halfdaycafe.com

Top Seller Brioche French toast with coffee-Kahlúa batter, served with homemade orange butter, $9.25

Why “The unique quality about it is the batter. You might think of an afterdinner drink when you hear coffee and Kahlúa, but it combines to form a really nice light batter for the brioche (which is made locally at Bordenave’s bakery in San Rafael). The finishing touch is the orange butter, to add a little richness.” Owner Tory Monahan

Sold About 55 orders per week, more than 2,800 per year

MARVIN’S BREAKFAST CLUB

1112 Grant Ave, Novato, marvinsbreakfastclub.com

Top Seller Chuck’s Homemade Corned Beef Hash & Eggs, $10.95

Why “The corned beef hash Benedict — aka Julia Benedict, named after a former employee’s daughter — is by far one of our most popular dishes. Our customers are addicted, and I think it might be the hollandaise sauce available in traditional or spicy.” Owner Chuck Drefs

Sold 1,000 pounds of corn beef brisket per month

DIPSEA CAFE

200 Shoreline Hwy, Mill Valley, dipseacafe.com

Top Seller Cori’s Scramble with chopped Italian sausage, onions, tomatoes, fresh salsa and jack cheese, $13.95

Why “The dish is named after my wife, who made this for me when we first met. The light scramble combined with spicy sausage and tomatoes quickly became my favorite and has proven to be a customer favorite as well.” Owner John Siotos

Sold More than 200 a week

STATION HOUSE CAFE

11180 Hwy 1, Point Reyes Station, stationhousecafe.com

Top Seller Zoe’s Corned Beef with two poached eggs, sweet onion, red bell pepper and sourdough toast, $12.95

Why “Besides the fact that it is delicious, this is a dish with many ingredients and is so much more enjoyable when somebody prepares it for you. What makes ours unique? We use the best ingredients, starting with allnatural corned beef from Zoe’s Meats in Petaluma.” Chef Josh Calderon

Sold Up to 4,000 a year

Honorable Mentions Poggio, Sausalito; Comforts, San Anselmo; Toast, Novato; Grazie Restaurant, Novato; Depot Garden Restaurant, San Rafael

URBAN REMEDY

15 E. Blithedale Ave, Mill Valley, urbanremedy.com

Top Seller Pad Thai Wrap, $10.99

Why “I was inspired by the spices of Thai food. Ours is a collard wrap filled with low-carb vegetable noodles, cilantro and fresh mint with a lime, ginger, almond butter dipping sauce. It represents our philosophy that food is healing. This is a fully plant-based dish.” Chef/Owner Neka Pasquale

Sold 7,000 a year

COMFORTS CAFE

335 San Anselmo Ave, San Anselmo, comfortscafe.com

Top Seller Roasted market vegetables over creamy parmesan polenta with balsamic reduction, $12.95

Why “This time of year, nothing says comfort food like a bowl of creamy polenta or grits. The combination of the rich creamy polenta with the slightly sweet and tart balsamic reduction really complements the roasted vegetables, which I think makes this such a popular dish. Putting the egg on top adds protein, making it an ideal breakfast, lunch or even dinner, when paired with a salad. The season is what inspires us.” Chef/Owner Glen Miwa

Sold About 20 orders a day

BLUE BARN GOURMET

335 Corte Madera Town Center, Corte Madera, bluebarngourmet.com

Top Seller Winter Mix, $12.50

Why “We use produce from our sister farm, Oak Hill Farm in Sonoma. People are learning to eat seasonally again and can appreciate what that means especially for our local farmers.” Co-owner Brooke Gray

Sold About 600 a week

PIZZA ANTICA

800 Redwood Hwy, Mill Valley, pizzaantica.com

Top Seller Tuscan Fried Chicken with kabocha squash, braised kale and spicy honey, $23

Why “Because it is comfort food. We always use free-range chicken (Mary’s) and change the set with the seasons, incorporating locally grown produce. Currently, the fried chicken is served with kabocha squash, braised kale and spicy honey. It always comes with a drizzle of the spicy honey. I love the agrodolce aspect of Italian cooking so I thought it would be delicious.” Chef Bradley Ceynowa

Sold About 40 a day

TASTEMAKERS’ FAVORITES

Carol’s Go-To Gnudi at Poggio in Sausalito

Glen’s Go-To Chorizo scramble at the Hummingbird Cafe in Fairfax

Neka’s Go-To

A nice glass of wine at Picco in Larkspur with the avocado bruschetta

Brooke’s Go-To Molina for brunch

Bradley’s Go-To The fish and chips at Fish in Sausalito

Honorable Mentions

Sol Food, Mill Valley and San Rafael; Cibo, Sausalito; Theresa and Johnny’s Comfort Food, San Rafael; Fish, Sausalito; Hilltop 1892, Novato

LUNCH

RUSTIC BAKERY

three locations, rusticbakery.com

Top Seller Quinoa and Crunchy Veggie Salad with quinoa, edamame, cabbage, cucumber, red pepper, cherry tomatoes, cilantro, mint, romaine lettuce, toasted almonds and tangy miso dressing, $11.95

Why “It is super healthy. I told chef Nicholas that I wanted to add a grain-based salad with a lot of veggies to the menu and this is what he came up with.  The miso dressing is the perfect touch, light and tangy.”  Owner Carol

Sold About 275 a week, 14,300 a year

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TERRAPIN CROSSROADS

100 Yacht Club Drive, San Rafael, terrapincrossroads.net

Top Seller Wood-Fired Oven-Roasted Shrimp with spring garlic, Calabrian chiles and sun-dried tomato, $15

Why “This item has been on the menu since Terrapin opened and has evolved over the last three years. The dish has the aromatic flavors of green garlic, chiles, sun-dried tomatoes and fresh herbs that release into the air while cooking in our 900-plus-degree wood oven. The oak wood used in our pizza oven, along with the extremely high heat, creates an instant olive oil infusion that is smoky, spicy, a little sweet and very herbaceous. It is served with a toasted country bread so you can soak up all that deliciously infused olive oil. Once the aromas fill the air, the dish sells itself.” Chef Matthew Carrerow Sold 200 a week

TASTEMAKERS’ FAVORITES

Matthew’s Go-To Wood oven goat cheese at Piatti in Mill Valley

Jared’s Go-To Salt cod fritters at Bar Bocce

Bob’s Go-To Sausage bites at HopMonk in Novato

Michael’s Go-To Smoked chicken wings at the Buckeye in Mill Valley

Tony’s Go-To Any sushi at Sushi Ran in Sausalito

BAR BITES

PICCO

320 Magnolia Ave, Larkspur, restaurantpicco.com

Top Seller Line-caught ahi tuna tartare with Asian pear, shiso, sesame, soy and sticky rice cakes, $15.95

Why “Bruce Hill invented this dish when he was the chef of Oritalia in 1994. It was inspired by chef Hill’s desire to create a signature tuna tartare appetizer, with the flavors of classic Hawaiian poke. You can’t beat the combination of flavors, textures and temperatures. Plus, everyone likes tuna tartare, even the kids. When you eat it, you get layers of flavors including soy, chilled tuna, scallion, wasabi, followed by the flavors of the hot rice cake, Asian pear, sesame, garlic and shiso.”

Chef Jared Rogers

Sold Average of 225 orders a week, close to 11,700 orders this year

BUNGALOW 44

44 E. Blithedale Ave, Mill Valley, bungalow44.com

Top Seller Wood Grilled Flatbread with crispy kale, Calabrian chiles, burrata and basil pesto, $14.50

Why “You just can’t resist a crispy flatbread with fresh local produce, the flavor of the almond-woodfired grill and the thin crispy dough. Our dough is made fresh daily and the toppings change with the season as well as what is available at the farmers’ market. For instance, in the winter we offer fennel sausage and caramelized onions, Calabrian chiles and arugula. In the summer it could be heirloom tomatoes, burrata, manchego, basil and garlic chips.”

Chef Michael Pihl

Sold About 200 a week

123 BOLINAS

123 Bolinas Road, Fairfax, 123bolinas.com

Top Seller Combo Cheese and Charcuterie Board, currently with Seascape (goat), Matos St. Jorge (cow) and Nicasio Foggy Morning (cow) cheeses and Olympia Provisions coppa, house chicken liver mousse, confit chicken and pork trotter terrine charcuterie, $25

Why “I think our Combo Board is so popular because of the variety of tastes and textures, which change with the seasons. Most of it is made in house and the charcuterie is often something you won’t find anywhere else — testa de puerco, for example, from SucherNova Farm pigs. And the accompaniments are sweet and savory and include spicy mustard, spiced nuts and pickled vegetables.” Chef Tony Weston

Sold 50–60 a week

BRICK AND BOTTLE

21 Tamal Vista Blvd, Corte Madera,  brickandbottle.com

Top Seller Country Style Rustic French Pâté with ginger-quince compote, pickled vegetables, whole-grain Dijon and crostinis, $12

Why “This dish was inspired by me. I’m a huge fan of charcuterie and I love making it and I hope people realize the passion when they eat it. It’s my own recipe and it brings people to the table to share. It’s a classic. It’s traditional. It’s a dish that transcends time and is so damn tasty. It’s a chorus of flavors. You have a lot of depth with this pâté and then you add the garnish — a pickling of seasonal vegetables, and a little mustard — and you take a bite of everything at once. It’s so special.” Chef/Owner

Bob Simontacchi

Sold About 30 a week

Honorable Mentions Bar Bocce, Sausalito; Fast Food Francais, Sausalito; Piatti, Mill Valley; Finnegan’s, Novato; Whipper Snapper, San Rafael; HopMonk Tavern, Novato

HARMONY RESTAURANT

800 Redwood Hwy, Mill Valley, harmonyrestaurantgroup.com

Top Seller Local Whole-Roasted Peking Duck; whole duck $60, half duck $38, by the slice $5.50

Why “These popular duck sliders are served by the slice and are prepared with house-rubbed spices and herbs and served with accompanying garnishes of cilantro petals, slivered onions, Persian cucumber slices and sweet hoisin sauce. We prepare them with ducks from Petaluma farms, Fountain Valley Organics or Mary’s Chicken (and ducks).” Owner Norman Louie Sold More than 100 a week

TASTEMAKERS’

FAVORITES

Norman’s Go-To Glen’s banana cream pie at Comforts in San Anselmo

Joanne’s Go-To Pizza at Picco in Larkspur

Shah’s Go-To Any seafood from Fish in Sausalito

Mike’s Go-To Marinitas in San Anselmo

Todd’s Go-To Burger and fries with a Villager IPA at Mill Valley Beerworks

COPITA TEQUILERIA Y COMIDA

739 Bridgeway, Sausalito, copitarestaurant.com

Top Seller Chicken Tortilla Soup, $9

Why “It’s been on the menu since we opened. I wrote the recipe using the bones from a brined and marinated Mary’s chicken for the broth, with lots of fresh seasonal vegetables, spit-roasted chicken, avocado and crispy tortilla strips. It’s full of flavor, it’s comforting and it has lots of fresh healthy vegetables.”  Co-owner Joanne Weir

Sold 100 orders a week, 5,000 per year

MOLINA

17 Madrona St, Mill Valley, molinarestaurant.com

Top Seller Eureka black cod, in a clay pot with Carolina rice, nettle, clams and a smoked cod broth, $29

Why “I go to the farmers’ market to plan my menus, so my menu is constantly changing. This black cod dish was a favorite and I will bring it back when it’s in season.” Chef/Owner Todd Shoberg

Sold More than 50 a week

VIN ANTICO

881 4th St, San Rafael, vinantico.com

Top Seller Red Beet Pappardelle Pasta with braised chicken thigh, pancetta, mixed mushrooms, cumin roasted cauliflower and roasted acorn squash, $26

Why “This dish has been on our dinner menu since October of this year. It’s unique in that the pasta is made from beets. I’ve always wanted to do a beet pasta and am always inspired by my visits to the farmers’ market. As a farm-to-table restaurant we have access to the best ingredients.”

Chef Mike Polite

Sold About 50 per week

BOCA TAVERN

340 Ignacio Blvd, Novato, bocatavern.com

Top Seller Tomahawk Rib Eye for two, 40 ounces on the butcher’s block, potato croquettes, grilled asparagus, mushroom relish and boca sauces, $95

Why “I created this dish because of a need for a delicious cut of rib-eye that feeds two guests.” Managing Partner Shah Bahreyni

Sold About 14 a week

Honorable Mentions Le Garage, Sausalito; Green Chile Kitchen, San Rafael; El Paseo, Mill Valley; Il Davide, San Rafael; Tiburon Tavern, Tiburon

TASTEMAKERS’ FAVORITES

Crystal’s Go-To Aperol gin fizz at Buckeye in Mill Valley

John’s Go-To Barrel-aged boulevardier

Kara’s Go-To Napa Caravan at Farmshop in Larkspur

Natale’s Go-To Black Manhattan #2 at Picco in Larkspur

Laura’s Go-To Lemon drops anywhere

COCKTAILS

BOCA PIZZERIA CORTE MADERA 1544 Redwood Hwy, Corte Madera, bocapizzeria.com

Top Seller Cucumber Lemon Drop, $9

Why “Our managing partner Shah Bahreyni and I created this cocktail. The ingredients include fresh cucumber and lemon and organic cucumber vodka made by Square One. Regardless of the time of the year or the weather, this still remains one of our most popular drinks. It’s light and refreshing and is a great starter cocktail.” Director of Beverage John Oyarzun

Sold 80 per week

FARMSHOP 2233 Larkspur Landing Circle, Larkspur, farmshopmarin.com

Top Seller After Ferry with strawberry-infused Hangar One vodka, lime, mint and Chandon brut sparkling, $14

Why “Our guests getting off the ferry after a long day of work in San Francisco seem to appreciate the After Ferry because it has a nice balance between being sweet and having a tart crispness, finished with a refreshing effervescence. We infuse the vodka with strawberries in house, then we craft with other fresh ingredients to order.”

Bartender Crystal Davis

Sold About 100 a week

BALBOA CAFE 38 Miller Ave, Mill Valley, balboacafe.com

Top Seller Velvet Gentleman with brandy, Lillet rouge and mescal served with an orange twist, $11

Why “This is one of our most popular winter cocktails. I think it’s because people enjoy mescal’s smokiness as the perfect change-up for those who typically drink brown liquors. And we’ve noticed mescal is something that is really catching on, since many of our customers request cocktails made with it.”

Manager Kara Mibach

Sold Several a week

FENIX 919 4th St, San Rafael, fenixlive.com

Top Seller Fenix Rising with Hangar One Mandarin Blossom vodka, Campari, orange juice, lemon juice, hibiscus syrup and simple syrup, served in a martini glass, $11

Why “Fenix Rising is a layered drink, with an orange hue and a red drop of hibiscus reduction that infuses into the Campari liqueur, turning it a pinkish-red color as you sip away. Like the Fenix, it is an experience in flavor and beauty.” Owner Laura van Galen

Sold More than 200

PIAZZA D’ANGELO

22 Miller Ave, Mill Valley, piazzadeangelo.com

Top Seller Petrusinu Cocktail with gin, St. Germain, house-made parsley syrup and lime, $10

Why “The simple, green aromatic herb parsley inspired this cocktail. It is present in many dishes to enhance the taste of food and now in this cocktail. In Italian we have a saying essere come il prezzemolo in ogni minestra, which means ‘a finger in every pie.’ We use this expression to describe a busybody and in this cocktail, parsley is the busybody. The uniqueness of the cocktail comes from our secret-recipe housemade parsley syrup that we infuse in the cocktail.” Owner Natale Cardamone

Sold 65–70 per week

Honorable Mentions

Silver Peso, Larkspur

Picco, Larkspur

Vin Antico, San Rafael Copita, Sausalito

Bungalow 44, Mill Valley

POGGIO TRATTORIA

777 Bridgeway, Sausalito, poggiotrattoria.com

Top Seller Panna Cotta with cream and buffalo milk, served with candied kumquat, $8

Why “I’d have to say that my inspiration for this panna cotta dish is from my many trips to Italy. Panna cotta is an iconic Italian dessert. The simplicity of the dish — only a few ingredients — makes it unique. Occasionally throughout the year we offer a twist on the dish by using buffalo milk from Double 8 Dairy in Tomales Bay, which is a unique spin on the original recipe. The dish itself is light and soft and perfect for a hot day out on the patio.” Chef Ben Balesteri

Sold 10–20 a day, 100–150 a week, 7,000 a year

SUSIECAKES

310 Bon Air Center, Greenbrae, susiecakes.com

Top Seller Vanilla Celebration Cake, slice $6.25

Why “Our Vanilla Celebration Cake is really representative of SusieCakes itself. Not only is it frosted in our signature SusieBlue color, the confetti sprinkles baked inside make it a fun and happy cake that just makes you feel like celebrating.” Founder/CEO Susan Sarich

Sold About 3,000 a year

EMPORIO RULLI

464 Magnolia Ave, Larkspur, rulli.com

Top Seller Amore Italian Cream Cake, $37

Why “The Amore was originally designed for Valentine’s Day 10 years ago, but was so popular we decided to keep it on the menu year-round. Popular in both Europe and here, it has a pairing of raspberries and dark chocolate that is perfect. The Domori Arriba (from Italy) couverture we use has a nice acidity that goes well with raspberries. A few years ago I added a raspberry gelée inside to accentuate the fruit. The dark chocolate decoration is redcolored cocoa butter. The cake is finished with a shiny glaze that contrasts nicely with the chocolate decor.” Chef/Owner Gary Rulli

Sold About 10 a week, 250 a year

BUCKEYE ROADHOUSE

15 Shoreline Hwy, Mill Valley, buckeyeroadhouse.com

Top Seller Key Lime Meringue, $9.50

Why “One of our owners is from Florida — the land of Key lime — and I grew up with amazing lemon meringue pie in the United Kingdom, so combining the two is a cool twist on the traditional Key lime pie. It’s an uncommon dessert, found here in Marin.” Co-owner Peter Schumacher

Sold About 600 a month

DESSERT

TASTEMAKERS’ FAVORITES

Susan’s Go-To Olive-oil ice cream at Pizzeria Picco in Larkspur

Ben’s Go-To Cinnamon churros and “boozy” milkshake at Picco in Larkspur

Curtis’s Go-To Anything at Cheesecake Factory in Corte Madera

Peter’s Go-To Sticky toffee pudding at Bungalow 44 in Mill Valley

Gary’s Go-To Piemontese hazelnut semifreddo at Valenti & Co in San Anselmo Honorable Mentions

Fairfax Scoop, Fairfax

Teeny Cake, Novato

Lappert’s Ice Cream, Sausalito

Johnny Doughnuts, San Rafael

Three Twins Ice Cream, Larkspur

SILBERMANN’S ICE CREAM

196 Northgate Drive, San Rafael, silbermanns.com

Top Seller Banana split with three flavors of ice cream, three flavors of toppings, almonds, whipped cream, sprinkles and a cherry, small $9.95, large $11.95

Why “Banana splits have been around for over 100 years and remain a staple at our store even through our break away from the Swensen’s franchise in 1989. Our version is eye-popping, large in size, very colorful, with many different toppings and three flavors of ice cream, all served in a frosted vintage AnchorHocking cut-glass dish from the 1950s and with ice cream made in-house. It’s easy to say this dessert is unique.” Chef/Owner Curtis Silbermann

Sold 12–24 a week

Making a Difference

Research from Bay Area hospitals is improving lives around the world.

BY DAWN MARGOLIS DENBERG

GRAPPLING WITH SERIOUS illness or injury is nobody’s idea of a good time. But it’s comforting to know the Bay Area is home to some of the nation’s top medical facilities. What you may not know: these institutions do more than just treat the local population. At any given time, they are actively involved in research studies intended to improve treatment outcomes for patients around the globe. We canvassed area hospitals and asked them to share some of their latest findings — or in some cases, offer a sneak peek at therapies still in the testing phase.

Saving Jaundiced Babies in Developing Countries

Newborn jaundice is a common condition that occurs when too much bilirubin — waste matter from old red blood cells — accumulates in the body. As the toxins build up, the infant’s skin and eyes take on a yellowish cast. Phototherapy is the process of placing affected newborns under special blue-light lamps to reduce bilirubin in the blood. These light waves are absorbed by the newborn’s skin and blood and expedite the breakdown of bilirubin.

In developing nations, however, not every hospital has access to blue-light lamps, or even to electricity, for that matter. As a result, more than 150,000 babies suffer brain damage or death from what should be a highly treatable condition. So Stanford researchers — in a joint venture with the University of Minnesota and the Massey Street Children’s Hospital in Lagos, Nigeria — decided to test out a low-tech solution. They constructed simple canopies with plastic sheeting designed to allow the lifesaving blue rays in sunlight to penetrate while filtering out dangerous ultraviolet rays. “Mothers could then sit under the canopies with their

undressed newborn as the baby soaks up the blue light, allowing bilirubin levels to return to a safe range,” says senior study author David Stevenson, a professor of neonatal and developmental medicine. “The films were also designed to filter heat rays, preventing babies from over-

Second-born children who are conceived sooner than two years or later than six years after the arrival of their older sibling have a substantially increased risk of autism spectrum disorders.

heating.” The team then randomly assigned half the 450 babies in the study to receive this low-tech form of phototherapy. The other half received high-tech phototherapy. “We found the low-tech method to be just as effective. It’s a lifesaving therapy that’s easily scalable,” Stevenson says. Next step: researchers hope to investigate building greenhouse-like structures that can be utilized for phototherapy in areas with rainy or cold climates.

Birth Spacing May Affect Autism Risk

When is the right time to have a second child? It’s a question child-development experts often debate. Studies have looked at such timing’s impact on everything from academic success to family dynamics. But new research suggests it can also have an effect on neurodevelopment. According to a study by Kaiser Permanente’s Division of Research in Oakland, second-born children who are conceived sooner than two years or later than six years after the arrival of their older sibling have a substantially increased risk of autism spectrum disorders.

The study culled from the medical records of more than 45,000 children. In families where the second pregnancy was spaced three to four years after the first, the autism diagnosis rate was .81 percent. However, if women got pregnant with the second child six to eight months after the first, that rate jumped to 2.11 percent. The rate was also higher — 1.84 percent — in families who waited more than six years to conceive again.

“Because Kaiser Permanente has an integrated healthy delivery system, we have access to detailed patient information,” says Lisa Croen, senior author of the study and director of Kaiser’s Autism Research Program. “This allowed us to rule out past theories for what was driving the autism risk to closely spaced siblings.” For example, past studies have posited certain mitigating factors: a preterm first baby, an increase in starting weight of the mother during her second pregnancy, maternal age, use of antidepressants. But “we controlled for all these factors and none of these [mitigating factors] changed our findings. Future research will focus on clarifying the cause,” Croen says. “We’re now looking at nutritional components like, for example, the role of folic acid. However, it’s possible that the reason for the increase in autism in children spaced far apart has a completely different biological underpinning.”

Another Potential Benefit From Marijuana

California was the first state in the union to permit medical use of marijuana. Since then, 22 more states, the District of Columbia and Guam have followed suit. Despite these gains, daunting legal red tape makes it difficult for researchers to launch studies verifying cannabis’s medicinal value. One crusader committed to navigating the

bureaucracy is Donald Abrams, chief of hematology and oncology at San Francisco General Hospital. He and his team hope to prove that vaporized marijuana containing both the psychoactive THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) and the non-psychoactive but pain-relieving CBD (cannabidiol) can reduce pain, inflammation and disease progression in patients with sickle cell anemia, an incurable hereditary blood disorder that sometimes leaves patients in chronic pain. “Investigators at the University of Minnesota have already proved effectiveness in mice,” says Abrams. “We are trying to replicate the results in the first human proof of principle study.”

To date, Abrams has registered 12 patients for the study. He hopes to increase that number to 35 within the year. Volunteers agree to sign on for two five-day hospital stays. “During one stay they will be vaporing cannabis three times a day. During the other stay, [the substance] will be a placebo,” Abrams says. Patients’ blood samples then get sent on to the University of Minnesota to be evaluated by the same research team charged with proving synthetic CBD’s efficacy in mice. Sickle cell patients interested in qualifying for the study can call 415.476.4082, ext. 146.

On-Call Midwives and Obstetricians Lead to Lower C-section Rates

Nearly 33 percent of women in U.S. hospitals give birth via cesarean section, up from 21 percent in 1996. Given that the procedure increases the risk of health problems, including hemorrhage, hysterectomy and infection, it’s a disturbing trend. Previously established

Nearly 33 percent of women in U.S. hospitals give birth via cesarean section, up from 21 percent in 1996.

reasons for the increase include a greater number of induced labors, older moms and multiple births. However, a joint study by researchers at the University of California,

San Francisco and Marin General Hospital uncovered a new factor: women are less likely to deliver by C-section when hospitals hire in-house midwives and obstetricians to manage patients’ labor and delivery.

The study evolved after researchers noted Marin General’s private-health insurance patients had significantly higher C-section rates than public-health patients. However, those numbers began to even out after April 2011, when Prima Medical Group — a large doctor-owned practice with offices in Marin, Napa and Sonoma — changed its maternity coverage model. Previously, doctors answered calls from home or from the office and managed most of the labor remotely. “But then our practice began following the same model as the public health system, where we have midwives and obstetricians staffing the hospital round-the-clock,” says Sheri Matteo, director of midwifery service for Prima Medical Group. The result: the primary C-section rates dropped from 31.7 percent to 25 percent. And the VBAC rate (vaginal birth after C-section) jumped from 13.3 percent to 22.4 percent.

Researchers speculate several reasons the in-house model may have resulted in fewer C-sections. One theory: previously, competing surgical and office responsibilities might have influenced a provider’s decision on C-section during labor complications. Another factor: Prima’s new maternity protocol allows patients to choose whether the in-house midwife or the OB manages delivery. And since the on-site staffing change was implemented, the majority of patients — 60 percent, up from 16 percent with the old model — chose the midwife option. “Doctors tend to favor early intervention, while a midwife is more willing to work with a woman wanting to take a waitand-see approach,” Matteo says.

New Treatment for Alcohol Abuse

According to the National Institute for Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), more than 17 million adults struggle with drinking problems. Current interventions are only minimally effective in helping patients overcome the urge to drink excessively. But hope for those struggling to overcome alcohol

addiction may soon come in the form of a pill. California Pacific Medical Center (CPMC) is among 10 sites collecting data for a clinical trial to see if the drug gabapentin can reduce alcohol cravings in people who can’t seem to reduce or stop drinking on their own.

The trial, sponsored by the NIAAA, aims to replicate results of smaller-scale studies. “This is a phase three trial,” says John Mendelson, co-director of Addiction and Pharmacology Research at CPMC. “It’s the final step before the Food and Drug Administration will approve labeling indicating gabapentin’s usefulness in treating alcohol abuse.” Currently prescribed for a number of conditions, including epilepsy, neurological pain disorders and restless leg syndrome, the drug may be effective for functional alcoholics — people who have three or four drinks

a day, along with at least one day of heavier drinking. “They’re not sick enough to have destroyed their lives, but they have measurable problems,” says Mendelson. “But if we can decrease their binge drinking habits, this can have tremendous health benefits.”

Sleep More, Sneeze Less

Despite your mother’s warnings, you won’t catch a cold from running around with a damp head in winter weather. But when she nags you about getting enough sleep, you’d be wise to listen. A new study from the University of San Francisco’s School of Medicine led by Aric Prather, an assistant professor of psychiatry, is the first to objectively connect lack or sleep with susceptibility to illness. “People who sleep less than six hours a night are four times more likely than others to catch a cold,”

Prather says. “We factored for a number of circumstances we thought might be at play, including stress levels, socioeconomic demographics and alcohol use — but sleep was still the strongest predictor of who got sick.”

To learn how sleep affects the body’s response to infection, researchers recruited 164 volunteers to undergo two months of health screenings, interviews and questionnaires. The participants were fitted with watch-like sensors that measured quantity of sleep over a week. Later, these same volunteers were sequestered in a hotel, where nasal drops containing the cold virus were administered. “We then took daily mucus samples to see if the virus was replicating,” says Prather. “Lack of sleep predicted the likelihood of a person getting a cold, but it didn’t affect the severity of a person’s symptoms.” m

A New Campus

The state-of-the-art, 183-bed UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital San Francisco at Mission Bay opened last year and offers urgent and emergency care, primary care and specialty outpatient services for children. Together with its sister campus, UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland, the award-winning hospitals are involved in more than 400 research protocols led by more than 500 investigators researching cures for hundreds of pediatric and adult diseases. The hospital has already enjoyed many successes including founding the world’s first fetal surgery program, bringing about North America's first cure of alpha thalassemia major and establishing one of the world’s first neonatal intensive care units, where researchers developed lifesaving treatments for premature infants whose lungs aren't fully developed. The campus also has the largest brain tumor treatment program in the nation and the only comprehensive epilepsy center in Northern California.

We asked doctors, “Whom would you send your family members to, or whom would you go to, if faced with a medical problem?” More than 19,000 votes were cast, and the results — approximately 842, all in the 415 and 628 area code — are listed

on the following pages. To search by specialty online, visit marinmagazine.com/415topdoctors

ALLERGY / IMMUNOLOGY

DONALD GERMAN

Asthma & Allergy Clinic of Marin and San Francisco

KATHERINE GUNDLING

UCSF Medical Center

IMRAN JUNAID

Kaiser Permanente

RUSSELL LEONG

Sutter Health CPMC

LYNN E. SPITLER

Sutter Health

SCHUMAN TAM

Asthma & Allergy Clinic of Marin and San Francisco

DIANE WARA

UCSF Medical Center

SHRUTI P. WILSON

Kaiser Permanente

CARDIOLOGY

JAMES R. ADAMS

Cardiovascular Associates of Marin

SCOTT H. ADELMAN

Kaiser Permanente

ALAN S. AMENT

Kaiser Permanente

MARGARET L. BAER

Cardiovascular Associates of Marin

ADAM J. BAUMGARTEN

Cardiovascular Associates of Marin

BARBARA A. BOYLAN

Kaiser Permanente

TERESA DE MARCO

UCSF Medical Center

SUJOYA DEY

Cardiovascular Associates of Marin

KENT N. GERSHENGORN

Cardiovascular Associates of Marin

WILLIAM GROSSMAN

UCSF Medical Center

STEVEN HAO

Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation

RICHARD HONGO

Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation

PETER HUI

Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation

Methodology: Marin Magazine conducted a 2015 survey that has resulted in this [415] Top Doctors list — top physicians practicing in San Francisco and Marin counties who received multiple independent recommendations from their peers. The list was rechecked again this year. The survey process started with a list of more than 4,000 licensed doctors across all specialties in both counties. All doctors on this list were both candidates and eligible voters in the peer-to-peer voting poll. Doctors were allowed to cast an unlimited number of votes across all specialties — they could vote for as many doctors as they wanted regardless of specific area of expertise — but they could only vote for the same doctor once.

Response rate was maximized by the following procedures: (a) a long field period of 12 weeks that was further extended to allow all doctors ample time to log in and vote for peers; (b) multiple channels of solicitations including both individual invitations and organizational outreach to maximize contact with all eligible voters; and (c) repeated invitations and reminders to doctors who did not respond to initial rounds of solicitations. At the close of the voting period, more than 800 doctors with the highest vote counts were short-listed for the database. Each of these doctors received a statistically significant number of votes from peers based on established principles of sampling probabilities and power analysis. LinChiat Chang, Ph.D.

LESTER JACOBSON

California Pacific Medical Center

ANN K. KAO

Cardiovascular Associates of Marin

BRIAN G. KEEFFE

Cardiovascular Associates of Marin

BJOERN LAURBERG

Kaiser Permanente

ARUN K. RAGHUPATHY

Cardiovascular Associates of Marin

GAGANDEEP K. SANDHU

Kaiser Permanente

KABIR SINGH

Meritage Medical Network

JOEL SKLAR

Cardiovascular Associates of Marin

DAVID C. SPERLING

Cardiovascular Associates of Marin

ROBERT T. SPERLING

Cardiovascular Associates of Marin

BRIAN L. STRUNK

Cardiovascular Associates of Marin

DAVID J. SULCINER

Kaiser Permanente

RAMI J. TURK

Kaiser Permanente

MARK P. WEXMAN

Cardiovascular Associates of Marin

YEREM YEGHIAZARIANS

UCSF Medical Center

JERALD A. YOUNG

Cardiovascular Associates of Marin

[415] Top Doctors 2016

COLORECTAL SURGERY

MARK BAZALGETTE

Prima Medical Group

SABRINA KIDD

Prima Medical Group

DERMATOLOGY

TIMOTHY M. BAKER

Kaiser Permanente

JAMES C. BARTON

Kaiser Permanente

TIMOTHY BERGER

UCSF Medical Center

LAWRENCE C. CHEUNG

St Mary’s Medical Center

KELLY CORDORO

UCSF Medical Center

STEPHEN DALTON

Sutter Health

KIM FREDERICKSON

Novato Dermatology Associates

ILONA FRIEDEN

UCSF Medical Center

JOSEPH H. GREENBERG

Sutter Health

JODI GROSSFELD

Dermatology Consultants of Marin

JULIA E. HAIMOWITZ

Kaiser Permanente

RENEE HOWARD

Dermatology Consultants of Marin

LINDA Y. HWANG

Kaiser Permanente

AMY KOBALTER

Dermatology Consultants of Marin

DAVID A. LAUB

Laub Dermatology & Aesthetics

ERIN MATHES

UCSF Medical Center

DAVID G. MOSKOWITZ

Kaiser Permanente

BENJAMIN NICHOLS

Dermatology Consultants of Marin

JEFFREY S. SCHNEIDER

Kaiser Permanente

CHERYL TANASOVICH

Greenbrae Dermatology

NANCY R. TODES-TAYLOR

Kaiser Permanente

EMERGENCY MEDICINE

CHIOMA A. AGBO

Kaiser Permanente

DUSTIN W. BALLARD

Kaiser Permanente

MARK BASON-MITCHELL Marin General Hospital

JASON C. BATEMAN Kaiser Permanente

CYNTHIA B. CLARK Marin General Hospital

ARTHUR COHN Marin General Hospital

ANNA MICHELLE DENHAM Kaiser Permanente

J. JIM DIETZ Marin General Hospital

DAVID SCOTT DUFFY Marin General Hospital

MICHAEL FOX

Marin General Hospital

TAMI GASH-KIM

Marin General Hospital

DOUGLAS C. HARRIS

Kaiser Permanente

ZITA I. KONIK

Kaiser Permanente

VICKI S. MARTINEZ

Kaiser Permanente

F. THOMAS MEYER

Kaiser Permanente

EDDIE MOZEN

Marin General Hospital

JASON R. NAU

Kaiser Permanente

MATHER NEILL

Marin General Hospital

SETH M. PECKLER

Kaiser Permanente

JORDAN M. SAX

Kaiser Permanente

D. SCOTT SCHMIDT

Kaiser Permanente

KIMBERLY A. SCHRAGE

Kaiser Permanente

ALAN SPAIN

Marin General Hospital

CARL SPITZER

Marin General Hospital

Emergency Dept

JONATHAN W. VLAHOS

Kaiser Permanente

JEFFREY WEITZMAN

Marin General Hospital

JASON WILLIS-SHORE

Kaiser Permanente

JOHN J. ZECHERLE

Marin General Hospital

ENDOCRINOLOGY

DIANA ANTONIUCCI

Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation

INGRID BLOCK-KURBISCH

St Mary’s Medical Center

ERIC BUXTON

Eric Buxton, MD

QUAN-YANG DUH

UCSF Medical Center

PAUL FITZGERALD

UCSF Medical Center

VICTOR FUJIMOTO

UCSF Medical Center

DAVID GARDNER

UCSF Medical Center

FRANCIS S. GREENSPAN

UCSF Medical Center

STEVEN HARRIS

UCSF Medical Center

ROBERT JAFFE

UCSF Medical Center

GEORGE KIMMERLING

California Pacific Medical Center

KJERSTI M. KIRKEBY

Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation

CHIENYING LIU

UCSF Medical Center

MARY MALLOY

UCSF Medical Center

ALLAN PONT

Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation

DOLORES SHOBACK

UCSF Medical Center

J. BLAKE TYRRELL

UCSF Medical Center

MELISSA WEINBERG

Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation

KENNETH WOEBER

UCSF Medical Center

ANTHONY YIN

Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation

ENDOCRINOLOGY / DIABETES

RICHARD BERNSTEIN

Marin Endocrine Care & Research

KAREN EARLE

Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation

LINDA GAUDIANI

Marin Endocrine Care & Research

MARTHA NOLTE KENNEDY

UCSF Medical Center

KEVIN J. KOBALTER

Kaiser Permanente

UMESH MASHARANI

UCSF Medical Center

ARPITA P. PITRODA

Kaiser Permanente

ROBERT RUSHAKOFF

UCSF Medical Center

FAMILY MEDICINE

J. DAVID ANDREW

John David Andrew, MD

ROBERT BARTZ Prima Medical Group

DANIEL M. BLUMKIN

Kaiser Permanente

SEAN O. CALANDRELLA

Kaiser Permanente

RICHARD A. CHRISTENSEN-DALIA

Kaiser Permanente

IRINA DEFISCHER

Kaiser Permanente

JONATHAN K. DELSON

Kaiser Permanente

EDUARDO DOLHUN Dolhun Clinic

ELIZABETH ETEMAD Prima Medical Group

JAY F. FAIRBORN

Kaiser Permanente

PATRICK FLYNN Kaiser Permanente

CHERI FORRESTER Prima Medical Group

FLASH GORDON

Ross Valley Medical Corp

J. MICHAEL GRAHAM Prima Medical Group

SUSAN H. GROSS

Kaiser Permanente

KEVIN GRUMBACH

UCSF Medical Center

B. COLIN HAMBLIN West Marin Medical Center

ORNA HANANEL

Kaiser Permanente

FREDERICK J. HASS

Frederick J. Hass

ALPANA KHARKAR

Kaiser Permanente

BARRY LANDFIELD

Barry Landfield, MD

ANNA K. LEWIS

Kaiser Permanente

SHARON LIN

Kaiser Permanente

MEENAL LOHTIA

Prima Medical Group

SARAH A. MANSELL

Kaiser Permanente

MICHAEL E. MASON

Kaiser Permanente

KATHERINE R. MCNALLY

Kaiser Permanente

J. TIMOTHY MURPHY J. Timothy Murphy, MD

JACK S. NADLER

Kaiser Permanente

ELIZABETH A. OLLE

Kaiser Permanente

OLIVER OSBORN

Prima Medical Group

SHAWNDRA C. PARISE

Kaiser Permanente

DANIEL POUND

UCSF Center for Geriatric Care

STEVEN N. PYKE

Kaiser Permanente

CURTIS ROBINSON

Curtis Robinson, MD

NATALIA SHAPIRO

Kaiser Permanente

LAWRENCE SHORE

Lawrence Gleason Shore, MD

KATHERINE STRELKOFF

UCSF Medical Center

DAVID TULLY-SMITH

Mill Valley Medical

LISA M. VELASQUEZ

Kaiser Permanente

DANIEL G. WHITE

Kaiser Permanente

MICHAEL C. WHITT

West Marin Medical Center

E. REGINA WIDMAN

San Rafael Medical Center

ALICE YEE

Prima Medical Group

TANYA S. ZAMORANO

Kaiser Permanente GASTROENTEROLOGY

JEFFREY ARON

Jeffrey Aron, MD

JOHN BETTINGER Marin Gastroenterology

KENNETH BINMOELLER Sutter Health CPMC

JOHN P. CELLO UCSF Medical Center

TIM DAVERN Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation

WENDY DAVIS Meritage Medical Network

LUKEJOHN W. DAY UCSF Medical Center

NAJWA EL-NACHEF UCSF Medical Center

JEFFREY M. FOX Kaiser Permanente

JENNIFER GUY Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation

JENNIFER A. HEWETT Kaiser Permanente

JOHN JOLLEY

John Jolley, MD

DANNY KAO Marin Gastroenterology

NATALIE LEE Marin Gastroenterology

BROCK A. MACDONALD Kaiser Permanente

UMA MAHADEVAN Mt Zion Gastroenterology

VIKRAM MALLADI Meritage Medical Network

CHRISTIAN MATHY UCSF Medical Center

KENNETH MCQUAID SF Veterans Medical Center

JANE MELNICK Pacific Internal Medicine Associates

JAMES OSTROFF UCSF Medical Center

RIPPLE SHARMA Meritage Medical Network

TIMOTHY SOWERBY Marin Gastroenterology

ANDREW D. SPEARS Kaiser Permanente

RICHARD SUNDBERG California Pacific Medical Center

JONATHAN TERDIMAN Mt Zion Gastroenterology

FERNANDO VELAYOS Mt Zion Gastroenterology

ADIL S. WAKIL

Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation

RICHARD WEISIGER UCSF Medical Center

GERIATRICS

REBECCA CONANT UCSF Medical Center

HELEN KAO UCSF Medical Center

CHRISTINE RITCHIE UCSF Medical Center

LOUISE WALTER UCSF Medical Center

MARYAM ZIAIE MATIN California Pacific Medical Center

GYNECOLOGY / UROGYNECOLOGY

ALEXANDRA HAESSLER Sutter Health

HEIDI WITTENBERG Urogynecology Center of San Francisco

HAND SURGERY

GREGORY BUNCKE The Buncke Clinic

EDWARD MOON Mt. Tam Orthopedics

HEMATOLOGY / ONCOLOGY

WEIYUN AI UCSF Medical Center

LLOYD DAMON UCSF Medical Center

KATHLEEN GRANT Pacific Hematology Oncology Associates

LAWRENCE KAPLAN UCSF Medical Center

JAMES RUBENSTEIN UCSF Medical Center

HOSPITALIST

JACQUELINE DENKABE Sutter Health

ADRIENNE GREEN

UCSF Medical Center

ELIZABETH R. JENSEN

St. Mary’s Medical Center

DONALD ZUMWALT

California Pacific Medical Center

INFECTIOUS DISEASE

MARY ELLEN GUROY

Sutter Health

SHILPA MARWAHA

Kaiser Permanente

GREGG TOLLIVER Prima Medical Group

DAVID J. WITT

Kaiser Permanente

INFERTILITY / REPRODUCTIVE ENDOCRINOLOGY

JENNIFER AGARD

Marin Fertility Center

PHILIP CHENETTE

Pacific Fertility Center

ELDON SCHRIOCK

Pacific Fertility Center

PETER UZELAC

Marin Fertility Center

INTERNAL MEDICINE

JOSHUA ADLER

UCSF Medical Center

CLAY R. ANGEL

Kaiser Permanente

NICOLE APPELLE

UCSF Medical Center

GARY N. APTER

Sutter Health

ANDREW AUERBACH

UCSF Medical Center

MELISSA BACHHUBER UCSF Medical Center

ROBERT BARON

UCSF Medical Center

ANJULI BASU Prima Medical Group

KAREN E. BAYLE Kaiser Permanente

ROBERT BELKNAP

Robert Ellsworth Belknap, MD

RAY BRINDLEY

Marin Hospitalist Medical Group

RAYMOND W. BROW

Kaiser Permanente

NATALIA BRUCHANSKIGALLAGHER

St Mary’s Medical Center

ANNE-MAREE CANTWELL Kaiser Permanente

TERESA CARON Kaiser Permanente

LEE CHAN Sutter Health

TOM S. CHENG Kaiser Permanente

CATHARINE CLARK-SAYLES Marin Internal Medicine

DOUGLAS COHEN Marin Hospitalist Medical Group

JOHN D. CULBERTSON Kaiser Permanente

SUSAN CUMMING

Marin General Hospital

ANNE M. CUMMINGS

Anne M. Cummings, MD

RAYMUND M. DAMIAN

Kaiser Permanente

KERRY DAVIDSON Marin Hospitalist Medical Group

SHAWN M. DONALD Kaiser Permanente

AHMED EL-GHONEIMY Marin Internal Medicine

WILLIAM T. ELLIOTT Kaiser Permanente

ISAAC B. ENGLISH Kaiser Permanente

AMY J. EWING Kaiser Permanente

BARBARA FINZEN Sutter Health

MEI-LING FONG Gemini Health Care

RENA FOX UCSF Medical Center

STEVEN FUGARO MD2

JOHN FULLERTON Hampton Health, Ltd

JESUS ROLAND GATPOLINTAN Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation

CHRISTINA C. GOETTE Kaiser Permanente

RALPH GONZALES UCSF Medical Center

ROBERTO Z. GONZALEZ Kaiser Permanente

GUIDO J. GORES

Sutter Health

JASON GREEN Marin Hospitalist Medical Group

SAJOT GREWAL Tamalpais Internal Medicine

KAREN HAUER UCSF Medical Center

RUTH A. HOLLY Kaiser Permanente

ELLEN HUGHES UCSF Medical Center

JEREMY JURIANSZ Marin Hospitalist Medical Group

ALKA KANAYA UCSF Medical Center

KAREN KHOO Sutter Health

STEVEN P. KILLPACK Kaiser Permanente

JOEL KLOMPUS Sutter Health

ALAN I. KNEITEL Kaiser Permanente

BRENT KOBASHI UCSF Medical Center

YULIA KOLTZOVA-RANG California Pacific Medical Center

AIRI H. KOPPEROINEN Kaiser Permanente

JANET KROLIKOWSKI Marin Community Clinics

MICHAEL K. KWOK

Michael K. Kwok, MD

CINDY LAI UCSF Medical Center

VIET M. LAM Kaiser Permanente

CHASE T. LAMBRECHT Kaiser Permanente

WILLIAM C. LEGGETT Kaiser Permanente

BARI E. LEVINSON Kaiser Permanente

JAY LEVY UCSF Medical Center

AMY LIU Kaiser Permanente

ANNE LUETKEMEYER UCSF Medical Center

MICHELLE TISI (MALCOLMSON) Sutter Pacific

CAROLYN D. MAR

Kaiser Permanente

ALAN MARGOLIN

Hospice By The Bay

KATHERINE MARGOLIN

Katherine Margolin, MD

WILLIAM MCALLISTER

William Joseph Mcallister Jr, MD

ELIZA MCCAW

California Pacific Medical Center

LYNETTE MCLAMB

Kaiser Permanente

STEPHEN MCPHEE

UCSF Medical Center

DANIELLE M. MELLACE

Kaiser Permanente

CHARLES E. METZGER

Kaiser Permanente

MICHELLE MOURAD

UCSF Medical Center

RITU MUKERJI-METZGER

Kaiser Permanente

PAUL NADLER

UCSF Medical Center

ANDREA A. NGO

Marin Hospitalist Medical Group

KIM NGUYEN

Kaiser Permanente

SON NGUYEN

Marin Hospitalist Medical Group

DANIEL NULL

UCSF Medical Center

DAVID L. OGDEN

Marin Personalized Medicine

ALFRED OPPENHEIM

Alfred Oppenheim, MD

STEVEN PANTILAT

UCSF Medical Center

ELISEO PEREZ-STABLE

UCSF Medical Center

HOANG H. PHAM

St Mary’s Medical Center

KEYVAN POURMEHR

Kaiser Permanente

MICHAEL RABOW

UCSF Medical Center

PETER C. REIDY

Kaiser Permanente

CURTIS ROEBKEN

Kentfield Rehab & Specialty Hospital

ADAM ROSENBLATT

Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation

RUTH RUBIN

Ruth Rubin, MD, MPH

KEVIN SAITOWITZ Sutter Health

RENE SALAZAR UCSF Medical Center

HIMA SATYAVOLU Marin Hospitalist Medical Group

JIM SAVAGE Traveler Medical Group

MARK SAVANT Savant Wellness

MICHAEL SCHRADER Sutter Health

RENATA M. SCOTT Kaiser Permanente

LORI Z. SELLECK Kaiser Permanente

SHIDEH N. SHADAN Kaiser Permanente

BRADLEY SHARPE UCSF Medical Center

ELIZAVETA SHOSTAKOVICH Kaiser Permanente

DAVID P. SHU Sutter Health

NITIN SIL Kaiser Permanente

MAGGIE SO California Pacific Medical Center

SUSAN SUN Marin Hospitalist Medical Group

TERESA TANG Prima Medical Group

JAMES TAYLOR James Taylor, MD

MARK R. TAYLOR Kaiser Permanente

IRENE TEPER North Marin Internal Medicine Specialists

CAROL TERESZKIEWICZ Kaiser Permanente

LEAH TESSLER Bay Spring Medical Group

JEFFREY TICE UCSF Medical Center

ALLAN S. TREADWELL

UCSF Medical Center

CATHERINE B. TRESELER

Kaiser Permanente

MICHAEL VAUGHAN

Marin Hospitalist Medical Group

STEPHEN WELTER

North Marin Internal Medicine Specialists

RUKIYE YOLTAR

Kaiser Permanente

JAMES YOSS

Mercy Doctors Medical Group

MARCUS ZACHARY

Marcus Zachary, MD

INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY

EUGENE HAGIWARA

Kaiser Permanente

NAVEEN N. KUMAR

Kaiser Permanente

PHILIP KURZMAN

Marin General Hospital

SHAUN LOH

Kaiser Permanente

ADAM NEVITT

Marin General Hospital

MEDICAL ONCOLOGY

DONALD ABRAMS

UCSF Medical Center

ARI BARON

Pacific Hematology

Oncology Associates

EMILY BERGSLAND

UCSF Medical Center

TIMOTHY CROWLEY

Marin Cancer Care

PETER EISENBERG

Marin Cancer Care

DAVID GUILLION

Marin Cancer Care

THIERRY JAHAN

UCSF Medical Center

LEAH KELLEY

Prima Medical Group

KEVIN KNOPF

Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation

ANDREW KO

UCSF Medical Center

JENNIFER LUCAS

Marin Cancer Care

MICHELLE MELISKO

UCSF Medical Center

ALEX S. METZGER

Marin Cancer Care

HOPE RUGO

UCSF Medical Center

ERIC SMALL

UCSF Medical Center

ALAN VENOOK UCSF Medical Center

NEONATOLOGY

ELIZABETH ROGERS

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

DAVID ROWITCH

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

THOMAS SHIMOTAKE

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

NEPHROLOGY

SHARINA S. BELANI Kaiser Permanente

JOSHUA BERNSTEIN Renal Medical Associates

KERRY CHO UCSF Medical Center

GENEVIEVE ESTILO Marin Nephrology

STEPHEN GLUCK UCSF Medical Center

CHI-YUAN HSU UCSF Medical Center

LAWRENCE LEVY Marin Nephrology

KATHLEEN LIU UCSF Medical Center

HUMERA NISAR Kaiser Permanente

ERIC F. TEPPER Kaiser Permanente

STEPHEN TOMLANOVICH UCSF Medical Center

NEURO-ONCOLOGY

NICHOLAS BUTOWSKI UCSF Medical Center

MICHAEL PRADOS UCSF Medical Center

NEUROLOGY

MICHAEL AMINOFF UCSF Medical Center

JONATHAN E. ARTZ Kaiser Permanente

CHADWICK CHRISTINE UCSF Medical Center

ILKCAN COKGOR Neurology Clinic of Marin

BRUCE CREE UCSF Medical Center

RICHARD CUNEO UCSF Medical Center

VANJA DOUGLAS UCSF Medical Center

JOHN ENGSTROM UCSF Medical Center

PAUL GARCIA UCSF Medical Center

JEFFREY GELFAND UCSF Medical Center

MICHAEL GESCHWIND UCSF Medical Center

ARI GREEN UCSF Medical Center

STEPHEN HAUSER UCSF Medical Center

CLAUDE HEMPHILL UCSF Medical Center

S. ANDREW JOSEPHSON UCSF Medical Center

JONATHAN KATZ Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation

DONALD KITT Kitt & Associates

LYNDA L. LAM Kaiser Permanente

AARON LEWIS Kaiser Permanente

DANIEL LOWENSTEIN UCSF Medical Center

J. RICHARD MENDIUS Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation

ROBERT MILLER Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation

BRUCE MILLER UCSF Medical Center

ARCHANA P. MUDIVARTHI Kaiser Permanente

JILL OSTREM UCSF Medical Center

JOHN PANAGOTACOS John J Panagotacos, MD

ANN PONCELET UCSF Medical Center

STANLEY PRUSINER UCSF Medical Center

JEFFREY RALPH UCSF Medical Center

NEIL RASKIN

UCSF Medical Center

MICHAEL ROWBOTHAM UCSF Medical Center

JERRY R. SCHLEGEL Kaiser Permanente

WILLIAM SEELEY UCSF Medical Center

WENDY E. SHEARN Kaiser Permanente

SANDRA SHEFRIN

Sandra Lynne Shefrin, MD

WADE SMITH UCSF Medical Center

DAVID TONG

Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation

NEUROSURGERY

BRIAN ANDREWS Sutter Health CPMC

TARUN ARORA UCSF Medical Center

MITCHEL BERGER UCSF Medical Center

DEAN CHOU UCSF Medical Center

MICHAEL LAWTON

UCSF Medical Center

GEOFFREY MANLEY

UCSF Medical Center

MICHAEL MCDERMOTT UCSF Medical Center

PRAVEEN MUMMANENI UCSF Medical Center

PHILIP WEINSTEIN UCSF Medical Center

OBSTETRICS / GYNECOLOGY

AMY AUTRY UCSF Medical Center

SECILY BASON-MITCHELL Pacific Womens Ob/Gyn Medical Group

YAMILEE O. BERMINGHAM Marin Community Clinics

EMILY BINKLEY Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation

SALLY BOERO Prima Medical Group

CHARLES BOOKOFF Marin General Hospital

KAREN CALLEN Golden Gate Ob/Gyn

ALEXIS CARDELLINI Prima Medical Group

NONA CUNNINGHAM

Nona Cunningham, MD

BRIAN DEMUTH Prima Medical Group

VICKI DARROW Kaiser Permanente

LAURIE A. DIBBLE

Kaiser Permanente

JANE FANG Golden Gate Ob/Gyn

SYLVIA FLORES Prima Medical Group

DAVID B. GALLAND Prima Medical Group

ELENA GATES UCSF Medical Center

MINDY GOLDMAN UCSF Medical Center

LAURIE GREEN Pacific Womens Ob/Gyn Medical Group

PETER K. HEINLEIN Kaiser Permanente

JUDY UNGERLEIDER HENNESSEY

Kaiser Permanente

JAN L. HERR

Kaiser Permanente

KATHERINE HSIAO

Katherine Ting-Ann Hsiao, MD

MARIA G. INIGUEZ

Kaiser Permanente

MARK JACOBS Marin General Hospital

ALISON JACOBY UCSF Medical Center

DEBORAH KAMALI UCSF Medical Center

LIZELLEN LA FOLLETTE Lizellen La Follette, MD

JEANNETTE LAGER UCSF Medical Center

FUNG LAM Golden Gate Ob/Gyn

ELLIOTT MAIN Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation

KRISTEN MATSIK Prima Medical Group

JUDITH MCCARTHY

Kaiser Permanente

RITA MELKONIAN

Rita Melkonian, M. D.

CASSIUS A. SCOTT

Kaiser Permanente

HELENE M. SPIVAK

Kaiser Permanente

BONNIE H. SUDLER

Kaiser Permanente

GAMIN M. THOMASON

Kaiser Permanente

JEAN VIERRA

Kaiser Permanente

KIRSTEN VOSS

Prima Medical Group

ANNE M. WARA

Kaiser Permanente

DONNA WIGGINS

Golden Gate Ob/Gyn

GERALD WILNER

Prima Medical Group

REBECCA YEE

Pacific Gynecology OB

Medical Group

MARYA ZLATNIK

UCSF Medical Center

ONCOLOGY

ALAIN ALGAZI

UCSF Medical Center

LEE-MAY CHEN

UCSF Medical Center

ADIL DAUD

UCSF Medical Center

NATALYA GREYZ-YUSUPOV

Kaiser Permanente

MATTHEW GUBENS

UCSF Medical Center

BOBBIE HEAD

Marin Cancer Care

JEROME G. KIM

Kaiser Permanente

LORI C. KIM

Kaiser Permanente

AMY LIN

UCSF Medical Center

DANIEL J. MALONEY

Kaiser Permanente

THOMAS MARTIN

UCSF Medical Center

KRISTA MUIRHEAD

Kaiser Permanente

CHARLES RYAN

UCSF Medical Center

MARGARET TEMPERO

UCSF Medical Center

BERTRAND TUAN

Pacific Hematology

Oncology Associates

OPHTHALMOLOGY

RICHARD ALVARADO

Kaiser Permanente

ROBERT ANDERSON

Robert Anderson, MD

ALICE CHENG-BENNETT

Kaiser Permanente

CYNTHIA S. CHIU

UCSF Medical Center

J. DAVID CLAIBORNE

Kaiser Permanente

ALEJANDRA DE ALBA

CAMPOMANES

UCSF Medical Center

KEVIN DENNY

Denny Eye and Laser Center

JACQUE DUNCAN

UCSF Medical Center

JYOTSOM B. GANATRA

Kaiser Permanente

GREGG S. GAYRE

Kaiser Permanente

DANIEL GOODMAN Eye Surgery Center of San Francisco

PETER H. GORENBERG

Kaiser Permanente

CREIG HOYT UCSF Medical Center

DAVID HWANG Beckman Vision Center

CHRISTIAN K. KIM MarinEyes

STEPHEN MCLEOD UCSF Medical Center

KATHRYN NAJAFI-TAGOL Eye Institute of Marin

BONNIE L. NICKEL Sutter Health

JAHANGIR SADEGHI Jahangir Sadeghi MD

DANIEL SCHWARTZ UCSF Medical Center

GAYLE SHIMOKAJI Shapiro & Shimokaji, MDs

JOHN C. SHIN MarinEyes

JAY STEWART UCSF Medical Center

ORTHOPEDIC SPINE SURGERY

SIGURD BERVEN UCSF Medical Center

ROBERT H. BYERS

Mt. Tam Orthopedics and Spine Center

BRIAN W. SU Mt. Tam Orthopedics and Spine Center

BOBBY TAY UCSF Medical Center

ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY

KENNETH AKIZUKI Sports, Orthopedic and Rehabilitation Medicine Assoc.

CHRISTINA ALLEN UCSF Medical Center

FRANCOIS S. ANTOUNIAN Kaiser Permanente

ERIC D. BAVA Kaiser Permanente

JOHN P. BELZER

California Pacific Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

RAYMOND M. BONNEAU Prima Medical Group

KEVIN BOZIC UCSF Medical Center

SHANE BURCH UCSF Medical Center

PETER W. CALLANDER

California Pacific Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

VINCENT E. CHOW Kaiser Permanente

RICHARD COUGHLIN UCSF Medical Center

CHRISTOPHER V. COX

California Pacific Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

EDWARD N. DEMAYO Kaiser Permanente

VEDAT DEVIREN UCSF Medical Center

MOHAMMAD DIAB UCSF Medical Center

JON A. DICKINSON

California Pacific Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

KEITH C. DONATTO

California Pacific Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

BRIAN FEELEY

UCSF Medical Center

SRINIVAS GANESH

Kaiser Permanente

JONATHAN R. GOFF

Mt. Tam Orthopedics

DAVID H. GOLTZ

Mt. Tam Orthopedics

W. SCOTT GREEN

California Pacific Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

SCOTT HOFFINGER

Sutter Health

UTKU KANDEMIR

California Pacific Medical Center

ABBEY KENNEDY

Meritage Medical Network

JOHN C. KEOHANE

Mt. Tam Orthopedics

HUBERT KIM

UCSF Medical Center

LISA LATTANZA

UCSF Medical Center

MARK LAWLER

Marin Orthopedics And Sports Medicine

KEVIN LOUIE

Kevin W Louie

ANTHONY LUKE

UCSF Medical Center

C. BENJAMIN MA

UCSF Medical Center

AMIR MATITYAHU

California Pacific Medical Center

ROBERT E. MAYLE

California Pacific Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

SAAM MORSHED

UCSF Medical Center

RICHARD O’DONNELL

UCSF Medical Center

MICHAEL J. OECHSEL

Mt. Tam Orthopedics

KIRSTINA OLSON

UCSF Medical Center

ALEX V. PRESCOTT

Kaiser Permanente

MICHAEL RIES

UCSF Medical Center

JOHN F. SAFANDA

Kaiser Permanente

NICOLE SCHROEDER

UCSF Medical Center

DANIEL SOLOMON

Marin Orthopedics And Sports Medicine

CHARLES STUART Mt. Tam Orthopedics

ROBERT TEASDALE Robert Teasdale, MD

THOMAS VAIL UCSF Medical Center

NOAH WEISS Weiss Orthopedics

OTOLARYNGOLOGY

ROMEO AGBAYANI Marin ENT

STEVEN CHEUNG UCSF Medical Center

JEFFREY S. CHIEN Kaiser Permanente

MARK COUREY UCSF Medical Center

J. BRIAN DELFANTI Kaiser Permanente

CAROL DIMELING Kaiser Permanente

IVAN EL-SAYED

UCSF Medical Center

THOMAS ENGEL

San Francisco Ear Nose & Throat

ANDREW GOLDBERG

UCSF Medical Center

THOMAS L. GUERRY

Kaiser Permanente

WINTHROP HALL

Winthrop H Hall Jr, MD

KAMBRIDGE HRIBAR

Kambridge Hribar, MD

SALVATORE D. IAQUINTA Kaiser Permanente

VANESSA KENYON

SF Ear Nose & Throat

LAWRENCE LUSTIG

UCSF Medical Center

ADITI H. MANDPE Sutter Health CPMC

ROBERT MICKEL

Sutter Health

GARY S. MIZONO

Kaiser Permanente

ANDREW MURR

UCSF Medical Center

LISA ORLOFF

UCSF Medical Center

STEVEN PLETCHER

UCSF Medical Center

AMIR A. RAFII

Kaiser Permanente

MATTHEW RUSSELL

UCSF Medical Center

MICHAEL SHAPIRO

Shapiro & Shimokaji MDs

MARK SINGER

Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation

STEVEN WANG

UCSF Medical Center

PALLIATIVE MEDICINE

GIOVANNI ELIA

Meritage Medical Network

PATHOLOGY

IMOK CHA

Marin General Hospital

DEBORAH DAYHOFF

Kaiser Permanente

CHRISTOPHER JACQUES

Marin General Hospital

LUKE A. PERKOCHA

Kaiser Permanente

PAUL WASSERSTEIN

Marin General Hospital

PEDIATRIC ALLERGY / IMMUNOLOGY

LAURENCE CHENG

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

PEDIATRIC CARDIOLOGY

MICHAEL BROOK

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

ANITA MOON-GRADY

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

SCOTT SOIFER

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

PAUL STANGER

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

RONN E. TANEL

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

DAVID TEITEL

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

PEDIATRIC COGNITIVE AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

LYSA MARCO

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

PEDIATRIC CRITICAL CARE

JEFFERY FINEMAN

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

PETER OISHI

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

SANRIJN VANSCHAIK

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

PEDIATRIC ENDOCRINOLOGY

STEPHEN GITELMAN

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

STEPHEN ROSENTHAL

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

PEDIATRIC GASTROENTEROLOGY

MELVIN HEYMAN

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

SUE RHEE

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

PATRIKA M. TSAI

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

PEDIATRIC HEMATOLOGY / ONCOLOGY

MICHELLE HERMISTON

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

MIGNON LOH

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

PEDIATRIC HOSPITALIST

SETH BOKSER

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

DARREN FIORE

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

TIMOTHY KELLY

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

GLENN ROSENBLUTH

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

STEPHEN WILSON

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

PEDIATRIC IMMUNOLOGY

MORT COWAN

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

PEDIATRIC INFECTIOUS DISEASE

THEODORE RUEL

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

PEGGY WEINTRUB

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

PEDIATRIC NEPHROLOGY

PAUL BRAKEMAN

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

ANTHONY PORTALE

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

PEDIATRIC NEUROSURGERY

NALIN GUPTA

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

PEDIATRIC ONCOLOGY

AMIT J. SABNIS

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

PEDIATRIC OPHTHALMOLOGY

WILLIAM GOOD

William Good, MD

PEDIATRIC OTOLARYNGOLOGY

ANNA MEYER

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

KRISTINA ROSBE

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

PEDIATRIC PULMONOLOGY

GWYNNE CHURCH

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

DENNIS NIELSON

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

PEDIATRIC RHEUMATOLOGY

EMILY VON SCHEVEN

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

PEDIATRIC SURGERY

HANMIN LEE

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

COLEEN SABATINI

UCSF Medical Center

PEDIATRICS

SALEH ADI

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

EILEEN AICARDI

Golden Gate Pediatrics

LEE ATKINSON

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

RACHEL BAUER

Prima Medical Group

BROCK BERNSTEN

California Pacific Medical Center

JULIE BOKSER

Tamalpais Pediatrics

NELSON BRANCO

Tamalpais Pediatrics

DAVID BUCHHOLZ

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

SARA BUCKELEW

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

MICHAEL CABANA

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

CINDY T. CHUNG

Kaiser Permanente

SCOTT J. COHEN

Kaiser Permanente

JANET K. COYNE

Kaiser Permanente

KATHERINE CROSBY

SF Bay Pediatrics

SUSAN DAB

SF Bay Pediatrics

JOHN J. DAHMEN

Kaiser Permanente

RICHARD J. DOW

Kaiser Permanente

CAROL A. EKELUND

Kaiser Permanente

MARTIN ERNSTER

Golden Gate Pediatrics

ANDREA H. FEEBACK-LEE

Kaiser Permanente

SUSAN FISHER-OWENS

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

ELENA FUENTES-AFFLICK

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

YASUKO FUKUDA

California Pacific Medical Center

GARY GIN

SF Bay Pediatrics

ROBERT GOLDSBY

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

MICHAEL I. HARRIS

Kaiser Permanente

JOHN HARVEY

Tamalpais Pediatrics

ARI HAUPTMAN

Kaiser Permanente

SAMUEL HAWGOOD

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

ERIN HEATH

Tamalpais Pediatrics

DONALD S. HENSLEY

Kaiser Permanente

LINDSEY H.Y. HIBBARD Kaiser Permanente

CAROLYN JASIK

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

MARTIN JOFFE

Sexton Joffe & Urbach

ALAN JOHNSON

SF Bay Pediatrics

PAUL KATZ

Kaiser Permanente

UTA KERL

Prima Medical Group

GRACE C. KWOK

Kaiser Permanente

LISA LEAVITT

Marin Community Clinics

JOHN LEE

Tamalpais Pediatrics

JAN MAISEL

Tamalpais Pediatrics

MICHAEL K. MATSUMOTO

Kaiser Permanente

JANE MEILL

Marin Pediatric Associates

CAROL MILLER

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

PHILLIP MOORE

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

DENNIS MORIBE

Kaiser Permanente

CARL A. NOSEK

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

JULIE OBRIEN

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

KARA ORNSTEIN

Marin Pediatric Associates

MOLINA S. PATEL

Kaiser Permanente

MARY PIEL

Golden Gate Pediatrics

EMILY ROTH

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

ERIC SCHER

Prima Medical Group

NANCY SCHWARTZMAN

Marin Pediatric Associates

KATHRYN SEXTON

Sexton Joffe & Urbach

KAREN I. SUN

UCSF Medical Center

JOHN TAKAYAMA

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

ANN TROY

Terra Linda Pediatrics

MICHAEL TSAO

Kaiser Permanente

ALAN UBA

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

KATRINA URBACH

Sexton Joffe & Urbach

OTTO A. VON FRANQUE

Kaiser Permanente

AMY WHITTLE

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

MICHAEL YAMAGUCHI

Terra Linda Pediatrics

PEDIATRIC EMERGENCY

ROOM

CHRISTINE CHO

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

PEDIATRIC NEUROLOGY

DONNA FERRIERO

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

AUDREY FOSTER-BARBER

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

CHRISTINE FOX

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

AMY GELFAND

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

HANNAH GLASS

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

JONATHON STROBER

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

JOSEPH SULLIVAN

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

YVONNE WU

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

PERINATOLOGY

LENA KIM

UCSF Medical Center

PATRICIA A. ROBERTSON

UCSF Medical Center

MARI-PAUL THIET

UCSF Medical Center

PHYSIATRY

ALEX BARCHUK

Kentfield Rehab & Specialty Hospital

SIBEL DEVIREN

UCSF Medical Center

DEBORAH DOHERTY

Kentfield Rehab & Specialty Hospital

HOLLY KELLY

Marin Orthopedics And Sports Medicine

DIANE M. MURRAY

Kaiser Permanente

SCOTT E. PINNER

Kaiser Permanente

ERNEST H. SPONZILLI

Mt. Tam Orthopedics

YONGHUA TAI

Kaiser Permanente

VINCENZO VITTO

Kaiser Permanente

PLASTIC SURGERY

CAROLYN CHANG

Carolyn Chang, MD

TANCREDI D’AMORE

Tancredi Plastic Surgery

ANNE R. DELANEY

Kaiser Permanente

KEITH DENKLER

Keith Denkler, MD

JAMES GARDNER

James Conrad Gardner, MD

CYNTHIA GOODMAN

Cynthia Marie Hom Goodman, MD

TERRY HAND

Terry Lee Hand, MD

SCOTT L. HANSEN

UCSF Medical Center

WILLIAM HOFFMAN

UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital

YNGVAR HVISTENDAHL

Plastic Surgery Specialists

JANN JOHNSON

Kaiser Permanente

GABRIEL M. KIND

California Pacific Medical Center

P. DANIEL KNOTT

UCSF Medical Center

HOP N. LE

Kaiser Permanente

MARY H. MCGRATH

UCSF Medical Center

ROLAND MINAMI

Roland Takashi Minami, MD

KHASHAYAR MOHEBALI

Khashayar Mohebali, MD

STANLEY G. POULOS

Plastic Surgery Specialists

EVAN RANSOM

San Francisco Center for Facial Plastic, Reconstructive and Laser Surgery

HANI SBITANY

UCSF Medical Center

PODIATRY

JEFFREY AMEN

Sutter Health

DAN J. CHOUNG

Kaiser Permanente

RUSSELL DAVIS

Sutter Health

JAMES DIETZ

Mill Valley Podiatry Group

MARK DRUCKER

Mark Drucker DPM

ANTHONY J. FEDRIGO

Foot & Ankle Specialists of Marin

JONATHAN C. GRAHAM

Kaiser Permanente

KIRK GROGAN

Northern California Foot Center

WILLIAM JENKIN

Sutter Health

DAVID C. LIN

Kaiser Permanente

VINCENT MARINO

Meritage Medical Network

JAMES ROBISON

Marin Foot & Ankle

FRED YOUNGSWICK

Novato Foot and Ankle Center

PSYCHIATRY

KENNETH A. BERG

Kaiser Permanente

JON L. BOONE

Kaiser Permanente

KRISTEN B. BROOKS

Kaiser Permanente

WENDY A. EBERHARDT

Kaiser Permanente

RODNEY J. ERWIN

Kaiser Permanente

LOUISE D. FORREST

Kaiser Permanente

RICHARD A. GLASS

Kaiser Permanente

ANDREA L. HEDIN

Kaiser Permanente

DAVID L. HUANG

Kaiser Permanente

CARMEN P. IRIZARRY

Kaiser Permanente

DESCARTES LI UCSF Medical Center

ELYSE F. WEINSTEIN

Kaiser Permanente

JOSEPH N. WINER

Kaiser Permanente

PULMONOLOGY / CRITICAL CARE

LAURA EBERHARD

Kaiser Permanente

VINEET KAPUR

Marin General Hospital

GUY LIVNAT

Prima Medical Group

ROBERT NEWBURY

Prima Medical Group

MERRILL NISAM

Prima Medical Group

SRIDHAR K. PRASAD

Kaiser Permanente

NIRUPAM SINGH

Kaiser Permanente

DARYA SOTO

Darya Soto, MD

RADIATION ONCOLOGY

FRANCINE HALBERG

Marin Cancer Care

LLOYD MIYAWAKI

Marin Cancer Care

JOSEPH POEN

Marin Cancer Care

RADIOLOGY

WILLIAM J. DEMARTINI

Meritage Medical Network

DONNA HOGHOOGHI

Meritage Medical Network

RALPH M. KOENKER

Meritage Medical Network

BRIAN K. NAGAI

Meritage Medical Network

DENNIS S. ORWIG

Meritage Medical Network

REPRODUCTIVE ENDOCRINOLOGY

MARCELLE CEDARS

UCSF Medical Center

LINDA GIUDICE

UCSF Medical Center

RETINA SPECIALIST

KRISTEN L. HARTLEY

Kaiser Permanente

RHEUMATOLOGY

ANN M. BELEK

Kaiser Permanente

ANDREW GROSS

UCSF Medical Center

KERSTIN MOREHEAD California Pacific Medical Center

PETER STEIN Marin Rheumatology

SURGERY / BARIATRIC

JOHN M. RABKIN Sutter Health CPMC

STANLEY ROGERS UCSF Medical Center

SURGERY / BREAST ONCOLOGY

LAURA ESSERMAN UCSF Medical Center

CHERYL EWING UCSF Medical Center

SURGERY / GENERAL

EDWARD ALFREY Prima Medical Group

MARLA R. ANDERSON Kaiser Permanente

JONATHAN CARTER UCSF Medical Center

EMILY FINLAYSON UCSF Medical Center

CHRIS FREISE UCSF Medical Center

JOSE M. GOMEZ Kaiser Permanente

JESSICA GOSNELL UCSF Medical Center

HOBART HARRIS UCSF Medical Center

KIMBERLY KIRKWOOD UCSF Medical Center

CRYSTINE LEE Prima Medical Group

JONATHAN LEVIN Jonathan Michael Levin MD

MICHELLE LI San Francisco Surgical Medical Group

CHERYL LIN Kaiser Permanente

JOHN MAA Marin General Hospital

JAMES MINNIS Prima Medical Group

KENNETH E. NOVICH Kaiser Permanente

ROBERT OSORIO Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation

MICHAEL PARNES

Kaiser Permanente

JENNIFER T. PLUNKETT

Kaiser Permanente

JEFFREY STERNBERG

San Francisco Surgical Medical Group

RANNA TABRIZI

Kaiser Permanente

LAURENCE YEE

San Francisco Surgical Medical Group

SURGERY / ONCOLOGY

MICHAEL ALVARADO

UCSF Medical Center

ERIC NAKAKURA

UCSF Medical Center

SURGERY / OTHER SPECIALTIES

ANDRE CAMPBELL

UCSF Medical Center

CHARLES EICHLER

UCSF Medical Center

JADE HIRAMOTO

UCSF Medical Center

PIERRE THEODORE

UCSF Medical Center

MADHULIKA VARMA

UCSF Medical Center

SURGERY / THYROID

WEN SHEN

UCSF Medical Center

SURGERY / TRANSPLANT

NANCY ASCHER

UCSF Medical Center

RYUTARO HIROSE

UCSF Medical Center

SANG-MO KANG

UCSF Medical Center

JASLEEN KUKREJA

UCSF Medical Center

PETER STOCK

UCSF Medical Center

FLAVIO VINCENTI

UCSF Medical Center

SURGERY / UROLOGIC CANCER

MAXWELL MENG

UCSF Medical Center

RHUNJAY JAMES YU

Meritage Medical Network

THORACIC SURGERY

PETER ANASTASSIOU

Sutter Health

UROLOGIC ONCOLOGY

PETER CARROLL

UCSF Medical Center

KATSUTO SHINOHARA

UCSF Medical Center

UROLOGY

LAURENCE BASKIN

UCSF Medical Center

JAY S. BELANI Kaiser Permanente

PATRICK M. BENNETT Marin Urology

PETER BRETAN Marin Sonoma Urology Associates

DENISE CHOW Kaiser Permanente

MATTHEW COOPERBERG UCSF Medical Center

HILLARY COPP UCSF Medical Center

ANJALI M. GANATRA Kaiser Permanente

BART GERSHBEIN

Bart Gershbein, MD

KIRSTEN GREENE

UCSF Medical Center

JOSEPH H. LEE

Kaiser Permanente

JACK MCANINCH

UCSF Medical Center

HARRY NEUWIRTH Marin Urology

SUJATHA PATHI Prima Medical Group

DAVID M. RUDNIK Marin Urology

IRA SHARLIP Golden Gate Urology

MARSHALL STOLLER

UCSF Medical Center

PAUL TUREK

The Turek Clinic

VASCULAR SURGERY

JEFFRY D. CARDNEAU Kaiser Permanente

LAURA K. PAK

Sirona Vascular Center

PROVIDING EXPERT CARE IN HOSPITAL MEDICINE

MARIN HOSPITALIST MEDICAL GROUP (MHMG) has been providing outstanding care to patients at Marin General Hospital since 1998. As specialists in Adult Hospital Medicine, we’re the doctors chosen by primary care providers to take care of their patients who are admitted to Marin General Hospital. Our experienced, board-certified physicians manage inpatients’ medical needs 24/7 throughout their stay at Marin General. We’re experts in treating acute illness and dedicated entirely to our patients’ speedy recovery. Being hospital based, we’re immediately available if patients have a change in condition, and we collaborate with other Marin General specialists to coordinate the highest level of care.

As our patients near discharge, we work as a team with the nurses, case managers, other hospital staff and specialists to come up with the best and safest possible discharge plan for our patients. We go over this plan with our patients and their families, and keep the primary care providers in the loop so that all will go smoothly after discharge and patients will have timely follow-up.

As Marin physicians, we have strong community ties and a deep caring for our community and our hospital. Being locally grown and invested in our community has been a core value for our group since its inception. We believe that the best way to serve a hospital and its community of patients is to be invested in that community. By being part of the community, we as physicians understand the many unique needs of our complex patient population and are therefore best able to provide them outstanding care at the time they are the most vulnerable. For over 14 years, we’ve provided exceptional hospital treatment, and we look forward to many more years of caring for patients at Marin General Hospital.

250 Bon Air Road Greenbrae, CA 94904 415.925.7086 maringeneral.org

Pictured (from left): standing; Susan Sun, M.D.*, Hima Satyavolu, M.D.*, Denis Glenn, M.D., Kerry Davidson, M.D.*, Andrea Ngo, M.D.*, Ray Brindley, M.D.*, Son Nguyen, M.D.*

sitting; Jason Green, M.D.*, Susan Nguyen M.D., Michael Vaughn, M.D.*, Jeremy Juriansz, M.D.*, Azita Taghavy M.D., Douglas Cohen, M.D.*

not pictured; Jasmine Burke M.D.

* Recognized on the [415] Top Doctors 2016 list.

PIONEERING EXPERTS IN THE LATEST PROCEDURES

PLASTIC SURGERY SPECIALISTS was founded on the belief that our team of experts exceeds the sum of its parts. Drs Stanley Poulos and Yngvar Hvistendahl—board certified Marin County plastic surgeons with over 40 years combined surgical experience—share the technical expertise and artistic vision necessary to achieve exceptional results. To better serve our increasingly busy practice, we’re excited to announce our newest plastic surgeon, Dr. Aric Aghayan.

Our biggest thrill is to make you thrilled with your results. Whether it’s a smidge of Botox or filler to combat wrinkles or volume loss, or a full Mommy Makeover to get you back to your pre-baby body, we have an experienced team and in-house surgery center to make it happen. Newest nonsurgical offerings include CoolSculpting, the Halo laser, Venus Viva and Visia complexion analysis. Our highly trained team provides a one-of-a-kind patient experience. Please visit us at psspecialists.com to learn more.

(from left): Stanley G. Poulos, M.D.* Yngvar Hvistendahl, M.D.* Aric Aghayan, M.D.

350 Bon Air Road, Ste 300 Greenbrae, CA 94904

415.925.2880 psspecialists.com

*Recognized on the [415] Top Doctors

MT TAM OTHOPEDICS AND SPINE CENTER

• The only 2 fellowship trained spine surgeons in Marin specializing exclusively in spinal surgery

• 2 surgeons, operating simultaneously leading to safer surgery and shorter anesthesia times

• Personalized care with direct access to your surgeon

• Based on our surgical registry, over 95% of patients would elect to have surgery again

A Comprehensive facility with Xray, MRI, and PT

2 Bon Air Road, Ste 120 Larkspur, CA 94939

415.927.5300 mttamorthopedics.com /spine_center

Brian W. Su, M.D.*

Robert H. Byers, M.D.*

*Recognized on the [415] Top Doctors 2016 list.

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SERVING

MARIN COUNTY AND SAN FRANCISCO FOR OVER 40 YEARS

CALIFORNIA PACIFIC ORTHOPAEDICS AND SPORTS MEDICINE (CPOSM)

has been providing comprehensive orthopaedic and sports medicine care to Marin County and the greater San Francisco Bay Area for more than 40 years.

Our surgeons will provide you with the same level of elite care that they do for the San Francisco Ballet, Oakland A’s, Golden State Warriors, and many other area sports and entertainment patients.

We have three clinics to serve you, including our newest clinic conveniently located in San Rafael where we offer same day and walk-in appointments in most cases. Call to find out more or learn about our other clinics in San Francisco’s Presidio Heights and Pacific Heights.

For your convenience we offer in-house MRI and X-ray and have office hours five days a week. We accept most major insurance plans and are Brown & Toland providers. We look forward to serving you.

1099 D Street, Ste 105

San Rafael, CA 94901

marinorthopaedicinstitute.com

415.461.1600

3838 California Street, Ste 715

San Francisco, CA 94118

cposm.com

415.668.8010

Pictured (back row, from left):

Mark Ignatius, D.O.

Jon A. Dickinson, M.D.*

Christopher V. Cox, M.D.*

John P. Belzer, M.D.*

Keith C. Donatto, M.D.*

(front row, from left):

Keith W. Chan, M.D.

Rowan V. Paul, M.D.

W. Scott Green, M.D.*

Peter W. Callander, M.D.*

William L. Green, M.D.

Robert E. Mayle, Jr., M.D.*

* Recognized on the [415] Top Doctors 2016 list.

EVAN RANSOM, M.D.

EVERYONE WANTS TO LOOK THEIR BEST. Our philosophy is natural-appearing rejuvenation – making an individualized treatment plan that enhances your unique beauty. We provide honest advice and expert care to help you achieve your goals.

Dr. Evan Ransom is an Ivy League-trained, double-board certified facial plastic surgeon and an attending physician at Marin General Hospital and St. Francis Memorial. His practice includes cosmetic and functional rhinoplasty, facelift, eyelid lift, browlift, fat grafting, and reconstruction after trauma or Mohs surgery. Dr. Ransom also provides minimally-invasive treatments, including Botox®, fillers, laser resurfacing, photofacial (IPL), and non-surgical tightening (ThermiTight).

Community service is very important to Dr. Ransom. He performs pro bono cleft lip and palate surgery with Healing the Children, a nonprofit focused on international health. Our next mission, to Peru, is in May 2016.

450 Sutter Street, Ste 1212

San Francisco, CA 94108

415.550.1077

SanFranciscoFacialPlasticSurgery.com HTCNorCal.org

1000 S. Eliseo Dr., Ste 103 Greenbrae, CA 94904

KATHRYN NAJAFI-TAGOL, M.D.

EYE PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON, GLAUCOMA AND CATARACT SPECIALIST

AS MARIN’S ONLY FELLOWSHIP-TRAINED, full-time glaucoma specialist, Kathryn Najafi-Tagol is unique among area eye physicians. A board-certified ophthalmologist, she launched her independent, state-of-the-art practice in 2004. From eye exams to treatment, she provides comprehensive care, with a staff of experienced optometrists, opticians and technicians and the latest equipment for diagnosing cataract, macular degeneration and more. An on-site optical boutique assures quality control so patients get the highestquality lenses and fashion frames available.

Specializing in laser and microsurgery, Dr. Najafi-Tagol is also a clinical instructor at California Pacific Medical Center, a longtime volunteer physician with EyeCare America, and a scientist involved in research on new drugs for currently untreatable conditions. While gratified to be performing sophisticated multifocal lens implant surgery that enables patients to see without glasses — “far and up close, often for the first time” — she’s a big believer in prevention. “Studies show half of people with glaucoma are unaware of this potentially blinding condition. Annual screening and early detection are key to keeping one’s eyesight bright.”

4000 Civic Center Drive, Ste 200A San Rafael, CA 94903

415.444.0300

eyeinstituteofmarin.com

CARDIOVASCULAR ASSOCIATES OF

MARIN AND SAN FRANCISCO MEDICAL GROUP, INC.

SINCE 1962, CAMSF HAS OFFERED EXCELLENT cardiovascular medicine in Marin County.

Our organization is the proud home to 14 of the [415] Top Doctors 2015, nominated by their peers for clinical expertise and optimal patient care. In collaboration with their cardiovascular partners, these cardiologists advocate for quality health care. As extraordinary leaders for the advancement of cardiovascular medicine at Marin General, Novato Community hospitals and Sonoma Valley Hospital, CAMSF physicians focus on saving lives; they make a difference. With the development of the Catheterization and Electrophysiology Lab at MGH, CAMSF continues to bring first-class cardiovascular care to the community.

Our services include:

Computed Tomography (CT) Imaging: Calcium Scores, CT Coronary Angiography Testing Center:

Stress Echocardiography, Myocardial Perfusion Stress Imaging, Echocardiography, Treadmill Testing, Vascular Ultrasound Testing

Heart Rhythm Assessment:

Electrophysiology, Event and Holter Monitors, Heart Cards, Zio Patch and Zio Event Card Wellness Program:

Cardiac Rehabilitation, EECP, Chronic Angina Therapy, Nutrition, Risk Factor Assessment, Stress Management, TAM (Total Atherosclerosis Management)

2 Bon Air Road, Ste 100 Larkspur, CA 94939

415.927.0666

75 Rowland Way Novato, CA 94945 415.878.2910

Ancillary Testing 415.927.0666 CT Scheduling 415.927.8594

camsf.org

marinhealthcare.org

Staff Doctors:

707.935.1470

Mark P. Wexman, M.D., FACC*

David C. Sperling, M.D., FACC*

Jerald A. Young, M.D., FACC*

Kent N. Gershengorn, M.D., FACC*

Brian L. Strunk, M.D., FACC*

Joel Sklar, M.D., FACC*

James R. Adams, M.D., FACC*

Brian G. Keeffe, M.D., FACC*

Margaret L. Baer, M.D., FACC*

Robert T. Sperling, M.D., FACC*

Arun K. Raghupathy, M.D., FACC*

Sujoya Dey, M.D., FACC*

Adam J. Baumgarten, M.D., FACC*

Kabir Singh, M.D.

Ann K. Kao, M.D., FACC*

James Price, M.D., FACC

Not pictured:

Ann K. Kao, M.D., FACC*

James Price, M.D., FACC

* Recognized on the [415] Top Doctors 2016 list.

CARE

UCSF’S DEPARTMENT OF NEUROLOGICAL SURGERY is home to some of the country’s leading physicians and research scientists, offering Bay Area residents a nationally recognized neurosurgery center in their own backyard. Ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top four neurology and neurosurgery programs in the country and the best on the West Coast, we provide the full gamut of neurosurgery services for Bay Area hospitals.

The most advanced treatments for neurosurgical disordersbrain tumors, aneurysms, pituitary disorders, epilepsy, spinal disorders, movement disorders and more - are available for both adults and children.

UCSF neurosurgeons also perform surgeries at Marin General Hospital in a partnership to provide cutting-edge techniques and technologies to patients in Marin. A community clinic Napa Valley, along with a specialized pediatric neurosurgery clinic in San Jose, seamlessly coordinates state-of-the-art treatment with patients’ local medical care.

Front row, (from left):

Michael Prados M.D.*, Daniel Lim M.D., Ph.D., Kurtis Auguste M.D., Christopher Ames M.D., Mitchel Berger M.D.*, Michael McDermott M.D.*, Susan Chang M.D., Jennifer Clarke M.D.

Second row, (from left):

Tarun Arora M.D.*, Michael Lawton M.D.*, Paul Larson M.D., Praveen Mummaneni M.D.*, Philip Theodosopoulos M.D., Geoffrey Manley M.D., Ph.D.*, Corey Raffel M.D., Ph.D., Sanjay Dhall M.D., Dean Chou M.D.*, Lewis Blevins M.D., Manish Aghi M.D., Ph.D.

Not pictured:

Sandeep Kunwar M.D., Michael Huang M.D., Edward Chang M.D., Nicholas Butowski M.D.*, Philip Weinstein M.D.*, Nalin Gupta M.D., Ph.D.*, Ronald Shallat M.D., Keith Quattrocchi M.D., Ph.D., Line Jacques M.D., Jennie Taylor M.D., M.P.H., Rishi Wadhwa M.D., Aaron Clark M.D., Ph.D. and Phiroz Tarapore, M.D.

1100 S. Eliseo Drive, Ste 1 Greenbrae, CA 94904 415.514.6868

505 Parnassus Avenue M-779 San Francisco, CA 94143 415.353.7500 ucsfhealth.org/clinics/ neurosurgery

* Recognized on the [415] Top Doctors 2016 list.

LAUB DERMATOLOGY & AESTHETICS DAVID A. LAUB, M.D., F.A.A.D.

LAUB DERMATOLOGY & AESTHETICS LOCATED IN MILL VALLEY, has been serving the North Bay for many years. David A. Laub, M.D., is a Harvard trained, Board Certified Dermatologist specializing in medical, surgical and aesthetic dermatology.

Dr. Laub’s expertise is based on extensive training, experience, artistry and attention to detail. Asked why he became a dermatologist, his response was simple. “Having dealt with skin issues personally, I can understand and relate to my patients.” His compassion is what drives his practice today: “We want everyone who comes to our office to feel comfortable and cared for. I feel fortunate to be a dermatologist and love what I do”.

Dr. Laub provides excellence in dermatological care to all ages. A recognized leader in his field, he is an expert in pigmentation, rosacea, psoriasis and skin cancer. He utilizes his artistic eye to treat signs of aging and sun damage with aesthetic treatments.

PATIENT-FRIENDLY ORTHOPEDICS AND SPINE CARE IN THE NORTH BAY

18 Bon Air Road

MT. TAM ORTHOPEDICS OFFERS COMPREHENSIVE orthopedics and spine care from physicians with unparalleled experience in sports medicine, joint replacement, arthroscopy, and arthritis management. We treat issues ranging from rotator cuff problems and ligament injuries to fractures and spinal disorders.

For most orthopedic problems, the first and preferred approach is nonsurgical, but if surgery is required, the specialists at Mt. Tam use the latest state-of-theart technologies. Even the most complex injuries, along with many common problems, can be repaired by today’s new minimally invasive methods and arthroscopy. Our surgeons are leaders in this pioneering approach, which results in accelerated recoveries and shorter hospital stays.

Our services include sports medicine care (we are the official providers for the U.S. Ski Team and U.S. Snowboarding Team), minimally invasive hip and knee replacement, joint resurfacing procedures, cartilage salvage and restoration for complex knee conditions, and spine care.

Our patients receive the same level of care we would want our own family to receive. Seamless integration of expert testing, award-winning physical therapy and superb surgical care have distinguished our practice as the leader in patient-friendly orthopedics in Marin and the North Bay.

2 Bon Air Road, Ste 120 Larkspur, CA 94939

415.927.5300 mttamorthopedics.com

Pictured (front row, from left):

Brian W. Su , M.D.*

David H. Goltz, M.D.*

John C. Keohane.*

Robert H. Byers, M.D.* (back row, from left):

Ernest H. Sponzilli, M.D.*

Jonathan R. Goff, M.D.*

Elizabeth A. Dailey, M.D.

Michael J. Oechsel, M.D.*

Paul H. Kim, M.D.

Not pictured:

Abbey L. Kennedy, M.D., Lisa Elvin, NP Marco Jacobo, PA, Kathleen Strahm, PA

*

Introducing foot and ankle surgeon

Paul H. Kim, M.D.

MARIN FERTILITY CENTER (MFC) is recognized for its highlyattentive patient care experience and its commitment to bridging current science with cutting-edge treatment. Our center focuses on precision medicine, offering both conventional in vitro fertilization (IVF) and an array of more moderate alternatives. All services are provided on-site.

Possessing both board-certification in Reproductive Endocrinology and practice experience in Maternal Fetal Medicine, Dr. Peter Uzelac brings a one-of-a-kind background to treating infertility with an emphasis on the long term health of offspring. He is as an international lecturer and developed the only active program for in vitro maturation (IVM) on the West Coast.

Dr. Jennifer Agard is a reproductive endocrinologist with special interests in recurrent pregnancy loss, diminished ovarian reserve, and surgical therapy. Dr. Agard is an active member of the Marin community, providing volunteer services at the Marin Community Clinic and organizing educational lectures for staff physicians at Marin General Hospital.

MARINEYES IS A COMPREHENSIVE EYE CARE CENTER with a long tradition of excellence and a commitment utilizing technologies that improve patients’ vision and quality of life. Specializing in cataract surgery; inter ocular lens implants at our on-site, Joint Commission accredited surgery center, laser vision correction (LASIK) at our Novato location (the only facility currently offering this service in Marin County) and glaucoma treatment. Their team approach includes board-certified ophthalmologists, optometrists, registered nurses, nurse anesthetists, anesthesiologists, and ophthalmic and surgical technicians. Ensuring full continuity of care, they offer custom prescription eyewear on-site.

Marin Eyes has two locations in San Rafael and Novato. Dr John Shin is experienced in corneal and external eye disease. Dr Shin joined the practice in 1998. Dr Christian Kim is experienced in corneal and external eye disease and performs LASIK/Refractive surgery in the Novato office which is located in the Novato Community Hospital. Dr Kim joined the practice in 2008.

Pictured

M.D.*

Peter Uzelac, M.D.*

WORLD-CLASS ORTHOPAEDICS IN YOUR BACKYARD

The internationally recognized department of ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY AT UCSF provides expert treatment for all aspects of musculoskeletal injuries, rehabilitation, orthotics and prosthetics. Our experienced physicians have specific training in a range of orthopaedic specialties, such as sports medicine, concussion, trauma, joint replacement, pediatrics, skeletal health, oncology, spine, shoulder, elbow, foot, ankle, and hand.

For our UCSF patients in the North Bay, we are pleased to offer expanded services in Greenbrae. In this convenient Marin location, we provide treatment in pediatric orthopaedics, sports medicine, foot and ankle, primary care, and spinal disorders — continuing UCSF’s pioneering multidisciplinary approach to clinical care, education and outreach. Physicians work with patients to improve function and quality of life, tailoring plans to individual needs.

Our Marin High School dedicated staff of certified athletic trainers and physicians provide high-quality sports medicine care and health education to young athletes. By offering up-to-date information to students, coaches and parents, we keep youth performing at their potential both on the field and off.

Whether you live down Lucas Valley Road or down Petaluma Valley Road, we’re bringing our expertise to your backyard so you can get back to life!

1300 South Eliseo Drive, Ste 204 Greenbrae, CA 94904

Sports Medicine 415.353.2808

Pediatric Orthopaedics 415.353.2967

Spinal Disorders 415.353.2739 Foot and Ankle 415.353.2808 orthosurg.ucsf.edu

Pictured (front row):

Anthony Luke, M.D.*, Bobby Tay, M.D.*, Thomas Vail, M.D.*, Brian Feeley, M.D.*, Hubert Kim, M.D.*, Richard O’Donnell, M.D.* (back row):

Christina Allen, M.D.*, C. Benjamin Ma, M.D.*, Kevin Bozic, M.D.*, Mohammad Diab, M.D.*, Sigurd Berven, M.D.*, Nicole Schroeder, M.D.*, Saam Morshed, M.D.* (not pictured):

Shane Burch, M.D.*, Richard Coughlin, M.D.*, Kirstina Olson, M.D.*, Michael Ries, M.D.*, Coleen Sabatini, M.D.*, Sibel Deviren, M.D.*, Vedat Deviren, M.D.*, Lisa Lattanza,M.D.*

* Recognized on the [415] Top Doctors 2016 list.

FOOT & ANKLE SPECIALISTS OF MARIN

AT FOOT & ANKLE SPECIALISTS OF MARIN, we pride ourselves in restoring our patients to their active lifestyles. Our doctors and staff are committed to delivering quality healthcare to our patients using the most advanced treatments available, including in-house diagnostic imaging.

Dr. Anthony Fedrigo, a Bay Area native, has been in practice in Marin County over the last fifteen years. He is a trusted name in the community and currently serves as the Chief of Podiatry at Marin General Hospital.

Dr. Oendrila Kamal has recently joined the practice and brings her reconstructive rearfoot and ankle expertise to the group. She received her intense training at Inova Fairfax Hospital in Washington D.C . area and also completed her advanced wound care training at Georgetown University Hospital.

Together, they make the ideal team for providing the most comprehensive foot and ankle care. Our friendly, welcoming staff and focused approach on personalized care will be sure to exceed patient expectations.

599 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Ste 207 Greenbrae, CA 94904 415.461.6555

1704 Novato Blvd Novato, CA 94947 415.331.4500

FootandAnkleSpecialistsofMarin.com

Pictured (from left):

Anthony J. Fedrigo, DPM, FACFAS* Oendrila Kamal, DPM, AACFAS *Recognized on the [415] Top Doctors 2016 list.

KWOK INTERNAL MEDICINE, A MEDICAL CORPORATION

MICHAEL K. KWOK, M.D. IS A BOARD CERTIFIED INTERNIST who has lived and practiced in Marin County for 22 years. Dr. Kwok graduated from the UCLA School of Medicine and completed his Internal Medicine internship and residency at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. Whether seeing patients in his office or at the hospital, Dr. Kwok delivers medical care with excellence, thoroughness and compassion. Having a Retainer Practice allows Dr. Kwok time to spend with his patients answering questions and reviewing their diagnoses and treatment plans. Dr. Kwok is honored by repeatedly being named “Top Physician” in peer to peer physician surveys such as [415] Top Doctors, Guide to America’s Top Physicians and Top 500 Doctors.

Dr. Kwok has held various medical leadership positions, previously serving as Vice Chief of Staff and on the Board of Directors at Novato Community Hospital. Dr. Kwok currently serves as President-elect of the Marin Medical Society and represents Marin County at the California Medical Association House of Delegates.

PACIFIC FERTILITY CENTER: PIONEERS IN REPRODUCTIVE MEDICINE

PACIFIC FERTILITY CENTER’S (PFC) physicians are recognized internationally for their clinical expertise, outstanding academic credentials, and research contributions. PFC’s clinical laboratory director is held in high esteem worldwide.

PFC physicians have continually been voted “Best Doctors in America” by their peers and have been named top reproductive endocrinologists on the U.S. News Top Doctors list.

PFC’s doctors have been performing in vitro fertilization (IVF) procedures longer than any other program in the Bay Area. PFC physicians hold the highest level of accreditation in the field as certified subspecialists in reproductive endocrinology and infertility.

PFC offers all of its fertility services on-site in one location, from intrauterine insemination (IUI) and ovulation induction, to complex IVF protocols using the most sophisticated techniques such as intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) for male factor cases or vitrification for egg and embryo “freezing.”

New programs offered at PFC:

• Fertility Preservation

• Comprehensive chromosome screening

• Donor Egg Bank

Located in San Francisco with easy access from Marin, PFC is open 365 days a year, offering flexible hours to accommodate each patient’s individual needs.

55 Francisco Street, 5th floor

San Francisco, CA 94133

415.834.3095

PacificFertilityCenter.com

Pictured (from left):

Liyun Li, M.D.

Philip Chenette, M.D.*

Carl Herbert, M.D.

Isabelle Ryan, M.D.

Eldon Schriock, M.D.*

Carolyn Givens, M.D.

*

SAN FRANCISCO SURGICAL MEDICAL GROUP

UROGYNECOLOGY CENTER OF SAN FRANCISCO

DR. HEIDI WITTENBERG IS A UROGYNECOLOGIST in the vanguard of board certified Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery specialists. As the Director of the Urogynecology Center of San Francisco, she specializes in minimally invasive techniques and alternative treatments for incontinence, prolapse, ovarian cyst or fibroid removal, and problems requiring hysterectomies. A few of her innovative procedures include: incision-less hysterectomies via Da Vinci, fibroid ablation with Acessa, neuromodulation Interstim for bladder or bowel incontinence, and Botox for overactive bladder.

Diagnostic procedures and treatments performed in our center include urodynamic studies, biofeedback, tibial nerve stimulation and cystoscopy; as well as, other options for complex pelvic problems.

55 Francisco Street, Ste 300 San Francisco, CA 94133

415.395.9895 urogyncentersf.com

Recognized on the [415] Top Doctors 2016 list.

SAN FRANCISCO SURGICAL MEDICAL GROUP (SFSMG) is San Francisco’s premier surgical group specializing in colorectal, general and laparoscopic surgery.

We provide comprehensive care ranging from the management of complex abdominal and gastrointestinal conditions to colorectal cancer screening. The scope of our practice includes treatment of abdominal cancers, inflammatory bowel disease, gallbladder disorders, gastroesophageal reflux, hernias, endocrine disease and anorectal problems. Our surgeons are pioneers in laparoscopic abdominal surgery and treatment of hemorrhoids, anorectal fistulas and pilonidal disease.

The practice was established in 1939, and we take pride in our history of surgical excellence and leadership. We are proud of our specialty training and our dedication to patient care. Members of our staff speak Chinese and Tagalog.

Pictured (front row):

3838 California St, Ste 616 San Francisco, CA 94118

415.668.0411

2100 Webster St, Ste 520 San Francisco, CA 94115 415.923.3020

1580 Valencia St, Ste 607 San Francisco, CA 94115

415.213.7971 sfsurgery.com

Michelle Li, M.D., FACS*, Jeffrey Sternberg, M.D., FACS, FASCRS*, Vanessa Talbott, M.D., Yanek Chiu, M.D., FACS, FASCRS (back row):

T. Philip Chung, M.D., FACS, FASCRS, Michael Abel, M.D., FACS, FASCRS, Laurence Yee, M.D., FACS, FASCRS* (former partners):

Peter Volpe M.D., FACS, FASCRS, Thomas Russell, M.D., FACS, FASCRS

*Recognized on the [415] Top Doctors 2016 list.

Pictured: Heidi Wittenberg, M.D.

PERSONALIZED PRIMARY CARE

ONE-TO-ONE, PATIENT FOCUSED

RUTH RUBIN, M.D., M.P.H.

DR. RUTH RUBIN is a Board Certified Internist who has served in Marin County since 2000. She studied medicine at U.C. Davis and received her Masters in Public Health from U.C. Berkeley. For 20 years, Dr. Rubin has served on the clinical faculty at UCSF. Dr. Rubin maintains a concierge practice which allows her to offer more time, personalized care and enhanced support and services to her patients.

Chloe, Dr. Rubin’s therapy dog, is a hypoallergenic Maltese and a graduate of the Marin County SHARE program for therapy dogs. Chloe works with Dr. Rubin to maintain a warm and nurturing environment conducive to health and healing.

21 Tamal Vista Blvd, Ste 100 Corte Madera, CA 94925

415.927.0101

877.888.5590

ANNE M. CUMMINGS, M.D., F.A.C.P.

DR. CUMMINGS IS A BOARD CERTIFIED INTERNIST and served on the clinical faculty of the University of California at San Francisco until 2002. She is a fellow with the American College of Physicians. This year marks her thirteenth anniversary in private practice in Marin. Several years ago she transitioned into a full model concierge program which streamlined her practice and enabled her to offer more personalized, one-to-one, patient-focused care. She is active with Marin General Hospital, in both elected and volunteer capacity on several committees. Dr. Cummings also volunteers with the American College of Physicians at the state and national levels. She maintains a positive work life balance with her support of the community and family time. She also served for four years as medical director for the Marin Services for Women, a drug and alcohol treatment program for women and children founded in 1978. She is married with three children.

1300 South Eliseo Drive, Ste 201 Greenbrae, CA 94904

415.461.5552

877.888.5565

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Destinations

THE LATEST LOCAL TRAVEL DEALS AND GETAWAYS PLUS JOURNEYS AROUND THE GLOBE

OAHU EDUCATION

A drive with Fred Hemmings is sure to surprise.

BY MIMI TOWLE

Hemmings is able to explain the science of surfing as seen on the North Shore from a lookout.

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RED HEMMINGS, HAWAII’S former state senator, an elder statesman of pro surfing and a fifth-generation islander, loves to share the magic of the state with dignitaries, visitors and just about anyone willing to listen. His great great grandmother came over on the fifth voyage of the Portuguese people from Madeira Island in 1883 and his father landed on Oahu in 1922 from New York, so it’s fair to say his local roots go deep. As a public speaker promoting Hawaiian culture, Hemmings is actively involved in conservation efforts in the state. As a senator, he was instrumental in having President George W. Bush create Papahanaumokuakea, making the Hawaiian northwestern archipelago the world’s largest marine reserve. These days Hemmings can be tracked down for private high-end tours of Oahu, third largest of the Hawaiian Islands, which often visit these sites.

Sweet Beginnings

“I like to start off on Bishop Street, where you can trace the economic history of the state from the Hawaiian feudal agrarian culture to the sugar and pineapple plantations to the Big Five families/businesses,” Hemmings says. The infamous Big Five include C. Brewer, Alexander and Baldwin, Castle and Cooke, Amfac (originally H. Hackfeld and Company) and Theo H. Davies. Other historic locations also have eponymous origins. Bishop

Street is named after Charles Reed Bishop, who married Princess Bernice Pauahi, the granddaughter of King Kamehameha I. First a merchant, later a banker, Bishop created what is now First Hawaiian Bank (today headquartered at 999 Bishop Street) — aptly named, as it was the first bank and, for a time, the tallest building in Honolulu. He also created the Bernice Pauahi Bishop Museum, acknowledging his wife’s estate’s legacy creating the Kamehameha Schools to educate the children of Hawaii. “In 1859, Hawaii was said to have the highest literacy rate — I like to remind people that the Hawaiians did much more than fish and surf,” says Hemmings. “They had a sophisticated culture.”

Royal Passage

If there’s time on the tour, Hemmings makes a right onto King Street to drive by the Iolani Palace, the only royal palace in the United States. Just behind it is the state Capitol building, a unique architectural gem built in 1969. This part of the drive ends at the historic Aloha Tower on Honolulu Harbor. Built in 1926 to welcome arriving passenger ships, the 10-story building was the tallest in the state before high-rise hotels came along.

Iolani Palace, the only royal palace in the U.S. Inset: Charles Reed Bishop and his wife, Princess Bernice Pauahi.

Destinations

Highway to North Shore

Driving toward the North Shore, Hemmings points out landmarks such as Pearl Harbor. “We talk about how Pearl Harbor was the reason for America’s interest in Hawaii. Just imagine that ‘Day of Infamy,’ December 7, 1941, when Japanese warplanes swept down the slopes of Oahu to sleepy Pearl Harbor,” he says. The H2 highway ends at Wheeler air base and, after a traffic stop, continues on a centuryold Kamehameha-era two-lane road that winds around the north and windward shores.

Fertile Grounds

On the way to the North Shore Hemmings stops by the Kukaniloko Stones, one of the most culturally significant places on the island. “For generations this is where the royalty were born,” he says. “Today it is a surprisingly humble location amid eucalyptus trees in the middle of an abandoned pineapple field.” The five-acre historic site, open daily, is at the intersection of Kamehameha Highway and Whitmore Avenue near the old plantation town of Waihawa.

Surfers’ Paradise

Also on the way to the North Shore, the former senator drives past Schofield Barracks. He notes what a prominent role the military plays in Hawaiian history and the present-day economy. The long road to Haleiwa passes through fallow pineapple and sugar fields. “This vantage point allows me to explain the science of surfing. Most people ride waves but don’t know where they come from,” he says. “I explain that because of our location in the Pacific, these islands and the North Shore in particular have the most renowned surf in the world.”

A drive through Haleiwa town, “the surfing capital,” is a must. The town is also notable because it has gone out of its way to preserve the plantation-era architecture and ambiance — for example, it’s one of the few places in the nation where the McDonald’s restaurant has no golden arches in front. “I like to stop at a few surfing spots like Haleiwa and Pipeline, Sunset and Waimea beach,” Hemmings says. “I point out that in the ancient times what is now known as Sunset Beach (named by a real estate agent) for centuries was known as Paumalu.”

Salute to Preservation

On the hill above Waimea Bay is a wellpreserved puu mahuku heiau, a place of worship and often human sacrifice. The old road continues around the island and passes aquaponic farms before arriving in Kahuku, one of 42 former sugar plantations in Hawaii. Hemmings likes to show that once the plantations (and jobs) vanished, people in town were forced to try other pursuits — like raising shrimp. Today it’s a boutique industry serving the tourists and worth a stop for lunch. Driving along the coast sprinkled with little towns, you’ll eventually come upon Kualoa Ranch, which includes Kaaawa Valley, made famous as the backdrop for many movies and television shows. This property, owned by the Morgan family, direct descendants of the early missionaries, could have been used for much more profitable endeavors. Instead, “they have gone out of their way to preserve the beautiful and culturally rich land,” says Hemmings.

View to History

En route back to town on Kamehameha Highway, which runs along the foot of the Koolau Range, the last official stop is the Pali Lookout. “Not only is it a stunning view of the windward coast all the way to Kahuku,” Hemmings says, “including Kaneohe, Kailua and the steep ridgeline of the Koolau mountain range, but it’s also the place where King Kamehameha I’s army claimed dominion of all the islands by pushing the remaining warriors of Oahu off the cliff at Pali, which resulted in the unification of the Hawaiian Kingdom.”

Nuuanu Valley

The journey back to Waikiki descends from the cool heights of Nuuanu Valley, where you can find numerous “hidden Hawaii” sites of cultural and historic significance, locations Hemmings loves to point out as another day’s tour comes to an end. m

Fred Hemmings

What’s New ON OAHU

Established Brands New to the Island

Four Seasons Resort at Koolina is opening midyear at the site of the former JW Marriott Ihilani Resort, making it the first Four Seasons property on the island. koolina.com

Hilton Garden Inn on the island is set to take over the former Ohana Waikiki West. Design plans include a fullservice restaurant and lounge, a grab-and-go market and an enhanced pool deck complete with a bar and grill and poolside cabanas. hgi.com

Ritz-Carlton has also established itself in Waikiki with the new Ritz-Carlton Residences. The first tower is slated for completion in April. theresidenceswaikiki.com

New Offerings at Popular Venues

Ilikai Hotel and Luxury Suites will unveil a new cocktail pool terrace this year, as well as a brand-new floor of luxury suites. ilikaihotel.com

The swanky Modern Honolulu has some great deals, such as a $150 resort credit if you book directly with the property or the “Friends with Benefits” package. modernhonolulu.com

Wines and bubbly are celebrated monthly at Kahala Hotel and Resort, featuring a new sommelier series headed by on-site sommelier Patrick Okubo, one of three on the islands. kahalaresort.com

Outrigger Waikiki Beach Resort recently started offering guests a complimentary one-hour oceanfront yoga class every Saturday morning as part of its new “Wellness with a Twist” and “Oceanfront Indulgence” packages. outrigger.com

The Spa at Trump International Hotel Waikiki Beach Walk introduced a few new treatments, including Oxygen Body Perfection and two new exfoliation massages, the Diamond Rose, incorporating ultra-nourishing oils, and a bamboo treatment, which uses microparticles to purify the skin. trumphotelcollection.com M.T.

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Finding Romance in Vegas

Glamour is back in the glittering town.

BY E.C. GLADSTONE

LAS VEGAS HAS the reputation of a nonstop, endorphin-mad whirlwind of a city, a status it has worked to earn around the clock for decades. But if you haven’t visited recently, you may be surprised to find that with gaming in decline, Vegas also has embraced a softer side, a sense of culture, elegance and a less rushed experience that opens up the city’s romantic flavor.

Ease into the mood with a cocktail at one of the city’s more refined lounges, such as Bound by Salvatore at one of the Strip’s smaller properties, The Cromwell. This leather-, brass- and marble-lined warren features not only some of the rare spirits collected by legendary London bartender

Salvatore “the Maestro” Calabrese, but also classic and creative cocktails served with exceptional style, such as the Cromwell fizz (Macallan 10 whisky, egg white, honey, Champagne) and the wow-factor Humidorita (sort of a tamarind-infused margarita served in a glass smoked in front of you). You can enjoy bar bites from Giada restaurant upstairs without having to wrangle a reservation.

Stimulate the senses by skipping down the Strip to the architecturally intriguing Crystals at CityCenter shopping mall and immersing yourselves in “Akhob,” the James Turrell art installation that plays with perception by way of a huge enveloping bath of color. Even its existence seems like

a trick: it is located, unmarked, in a huge space above the Louis Vuitton boutique. The exhibit is free, but viewable only by reservation (call 702.730.3150). After, you’ll want to either explore the other art installations around Crystals and CityCenter or sit down for another cocktail and conversation; if the latter, Maestro’s Ocean Club or the Alibi Ultra Lounge in Aria are two of the closest good choices.

You’ll likely want to see a show, and options now are as varied as ever, with no shortage of marquee value. Certainly the first choice would be Celine Dion, who’s back at the Colosseum at Caesars Palace, after a yearlong break with a revived show that’s been getting deserved praise. But if

Cirque du Soleil is more your mood, O at Bellagio remains the standard-bearer, with the Cirque-style Le Rêve at Wynn an enticing alternative. Steve Wynn’s ShowStoppers or Jersey Boys are smart picks for Broadway lovers. If you’re feeling friskier, the mix of vaudeville, burlesque and bawdy humor that is Absinthe is the ticket. And Michael Monge, who appears in the Eastside Lounge at Encore, is that classic Vegas lounge singer you’ll love to stretch out and succumb to. Want to take in the view? There are plenty of ways, but the newest noteworthy escape is the adjoining lounge Skyfall and restaurant Rivea (run by Alain Ducasse) atop the Delano hotel at Mandalay Bay. A refreshed version of its predecessor mIX,

Rivea/Skyfall puts even greater emphasis on its outdoor patios at 64 floors above the Strip, while offering a menu of modern French-Italian plates and chic cocktails.

Many new restaurants emphasize romance now — the dramatic Carbone and flashy Lago come to mind — but for a special adventure, take a detour to down -

Vegas has embraced a softer side, a sense of culture, elegance and a less rushed experience that opens up the city’s romantic flavor.

town, where the festive Fremont Street Experience casinos meet the hip new bars of East Fremont and the Arts District. Amid the Fremont fever, Andiamo Italian Steakhouse at The D Hotel & Casino is a true enclave, a throwback graced with contemporary quality, where white-jacketed waiters offer premium Pat LaFrieda beef and handmade pastas in semi-enclosed circular booths that encourage cozying. Tableside service makes the meal feel all the more personal.

Getting outdoors has also become much more of a “thing” recently in Vegas, whether it’s by hiking, renting scooters or cycles or even camping. Possibilities in town or less than an hour from the Strip include Red Rock Canyon (great climbing), Hemenway Park (bighorn sheep), Mount Charleston (snowboarding and toboggans in season, rustic pines year round) and Valley of Fire (incredible rock formations).

After all the fun you’ll be ready for rest, and even if it’s where you spend the least time, your hotel choice should actually come first. Bellagio, Wynn/Encore and Venetian/ Palazzo remain the gold standard of elegance, but the more modern Sky Suites at Aria have been getting a lot of attention lately, as has the Laurel Collection at Caesars. For the boutique route, consider the urbane Cromwell or newly rechristened Delano.

With all these new prospects, a sojourn in Sin City just might rekindle both your romance and your spirit, too. m

Opposite: A view of the Strip. This page, clockwise from top left: Celine Dion at the Colosseum at Caesars Palace; the Maestro cocktail at The Cromwell; Andiamo Italian Steakhouse.

AMSTERDAM

What a difference a decade makes: a visitor and a city have both grown up.

BY CHANEY KWAK

“SEE HER? THAT’S Doutzen,” says my new Dutch friend Koen. “She’s a famous model.”

I’m in the see-and-be-seen top floor bar of W Hotel in Amsterdam, newly opened in late 2015. The Netherlands’ capital, with its storybook canals and cobblestone streets, used to be a city best experienced from the street level. But here I am, floating above its many steeples and steep roofs.

I’m on higher ground — and not just physically so. This second encounter with Amsterdam is a much more elevated one than our first date, 10 years before. I was a backpacker then, traveling with other fresh-out-of-college Americans. My friends were jonesing to get high on legal pot, and I, ever the boring, straitlaced one, ended up running after them around town and corralling them back to our hostel room when they began getting paranoid.

Needless to say, I didn’t have a good time.

But look what a difference a decade can make. With pot tourism moving elsewhere (Colorado, I’m looking at you), Amsterdam is looking less like the Haight. And yes, I’m also older and wiser — not to mention luckier, with a cocktail in hand and spotting a creature as rare as a supermodel in her native habitat, a trendy nightlife spot called Mr. Porter.

My local informant is a Dutch architect, a man I just struck up a conversation with at the bar. Chatting with a stranger is something I rarely do at home, but hey, I’m abroad and the distance from home amplifies the freedom to approach people. Koen is helpful and eager to point out all the important figures in our midst — a soap actor named Froukje here, a TV personality named Valerio there; it’s quite a star-studded cast that has assembled here. Too bad I don’t recognize any of them.

During the days leading to this evening, I didn’t miss out on the other celestial tableaux of Amsterdam either. The Van Gogh Museum, chock-full of swirly and starry paintings like “The Bedroom” and “Sunflowers,” is a charming art institution that honors one of Holland’s most famous sons. But it’s far from stuck in its quaint past. Earlier in 2015, its gleaming new wing and entrance made of glass were unveiled, making this world-famous gallery literally and figuratively clear — apt in a country whose people prize transparency, going as far as living without curtains to show they have nothing to hide.

And why would you want to obscure anything in Amsterdam, where you could turn a street corner and feel like you’re in a pop-up storybook? The Museum District is a romantic European postcard, come alive in bricks-and-mortar and greenery. This stately enclave has glamorous shopping and exclusive residences galore. And yes, as the name suggests, it’s a cultural heavyweight. In

Bicyclists of all ages sped by, as did pedestrians carrying groceries and tourists wielding selfie sticks.

addition to the Van Gogh Museum, the crown jewel Rijksmuseum is a one-stop survey of the cultural riches of the Netherlands and beyond, with art collections featuring Dutch masters like Rembrandt. This monumental museum reopened in 2013 after 10 years of extensive renovations, and while crowded, the (rightfully) popular place feels as grand and awe-inspiring as it must have been when it finally opened in its current location in 1885.

But the spot that impressed me the most was the Stedelijk Museum, which rounds out the visual art offerings of the large open square Museumplein. This modern and contemporary art museum contains 90,000 artworks and objects that encompass art in an ever-expanding number of media, covering major homegrown movements like De Stijl and the Amsterdam School, a style of architecture and decorative arts that peaked between the world wars.

With a striking new wing dubbed “the bathtub” for its sleek appearance, the Stedelijk reopened a few years ago after extensive renovations. (See the pattern? Amsterdam doesn’t rest on its laurels.) On my visit that day, I happened upon the work of Tino Sehgal, who employs performers to interact with visitors for his art, or “constructed situations,” as he calls it.

His piece “This Progress” featured a number of locals taking turns guiding visitors through a series of unadorned museum halls. They chatted about their ideas of what progress means to them and, in turn, asked me what I thought the word meant. I could only stammer a few nonsensical sentences on the spot. But as I was leaving the museum, it occurred to me that Amsterdam, a city this quaint and yet so forward-thinking, embodies progress.

Progress isn’t about building gleaming new structures, but making the most out of what we have. I hopped on a rented bike and joined the throng of Amsterdammers on two wheels, heading to De Hallen, a tram depot turned into a series of shops. In the impressive space awash in light, I found a busy food market reflecting the city’s diversity, from gouda to bahn mi, satay to bitterballen, the savory Dutch croquettes filled with a velvety roux of minced meat. This bustling place could easily stand up to and even exceed the gourmet centers of the world like Copenhagen’s Torvehallerne and Munich’s Viktualienmarkt.

There’s more to Amsterdam’s culinary offerings than quick and easy food market fare. Sure, I didn’t know and couldn’t afford better than fast-food falafels on my previous visit — though there’s always a time and place for fried chickpea balls, of course. But all signs show that Amsterdam has become much more conscious about its food. There are classic destinations like Restaurant Vinkeles, a contemporary French restaurant with an experimental spirit, and two-Michelin-star Librije’s Zusje, which approaches hyperlocal ingredients with an international attitude, offering dishes like grilled tulip bulb. Then there are more casual but equally excellent spots like Ron Gastrobar, where you would encounter such playful dishes as scallop tartare married with hibiscus and aged Beemster. De Kas, inside a series of the city’s greenhouses built in the 1920s, highlights greens from the surrounding farm with Mediterraneaninspired plates. And joining these favorites is the newly opened Duchess, inside a cavernous space that retains the original flourishes and staggering ceilings of a former bank, already famous for a theatrical Chocolate Explosion dessert that — without giving too much away — the waiter will detonate in front of you.

The Science Center Nemo is housed in a building designed by Renzo Piano.

Experience the culture of the Netherlands at the Rijksmuseum.

After all the indulgent food, I was happy to settle for a simple demitasse of espresso and a tiny stroopwafel, or syrupy wafer, one afternoon at Cloud Art Coffee, one of Amsterdam’s many indie art spots. For a city its size — with less than a million inhabitants in the city proper — Amsterdam is one artsy town, galleries and studios popping up between corner shops on residential streets. The exhibition space-cum-cafe was hosting an intriguing photography show, but I was more mesmerized by the big picture window looking out to its canal-side street. Bicyclists of all ages sped by, as did pedestrians carrying home groceries and tourists wielding selfie sticks. And really, that’s the best kind of trip you can have: when you can experience ordinary life and watch the city go about its business.

To move from such a relaxed, pedestrian scene to mingling with celebrities, of course, can be thrilling. But as the supermodel sashays by us, I realize I’m more interested in hearing what Koen, my new Dutch friend, has to say about his train commute and cool roommates. Maybe that’s what’s making my trip special: yes, Amsterdam has become more chic, and I’ve grown up, but instead of approaching it as a spectacle — the pot cafes! the Red Light District! — I’m seeing it for its manifold glory. What more can you want from visiting a new place than to feel like you’re part of it? m

IF YOU GO

STAY The new W Amsterdam, located on the iconic Dam Square behind the Royal Palace, adds Dutch touches like handwoven bedspreads, curtains printed with motifs of canal houses, and showers inspired by classic pay phone booths (wamsterdam.com)

EAT De Hallen, a former tram depot, boasts a food market featuring cuisines from all around the world (dehallen-amsterdam.nl/en). Venus & Adonis, a bar and grill in the Canal District, features a Dutch take on surf and turf (venusenadonis.nl/?lang=en).

FLIGHTS KLM Royal Dutch Airlines flies direct from SFO to Amsterdam daily (klm.us).

The Conservatorium van Amsterdam offers training in music.

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Out & About

CALENDAR / ON THE SCENE / DINE

THEATER / COMEDY / MUSIC / GALLERIES / MUSEUMS / EVENTS / FILM

DANCE

FEB 19–28 Swan Lake The company performs one of the most widely known fantasy ballets, inspired by the legend of Odette, a princess turned into a swan by a sorcerer. War Memorial Opera House (SF). 415.861.5600, sfballet.org

THEATER

THRU FEB 14 August

Wilson’s Gem of the Ocean Start at the beginning of playwright August Wilson’s Century Cycle, a decade-by-decade 10-play chronicle. The first installment, set in 1904, explores a postslavery world through the lives of two characters. Marin Theatre Company (Mill Valley).

415.388.5208, marin theatre.org

THRU FEB 14 Jersey

Boys Join Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons (Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito and Nick Massi) as they overcome humble blue-collar beginnings to become one of the most popular American pop groups of all time — while you sing along to catchy classics like

“Big Girls Don’t Cry” and “Walk Like a Man.” Orpheum Theatre (SF). 888.746.1799, shnsf.com

FEB 9–24 Selkie, or When I Look at the Ocean, I Feel Like I Belong Inspired by Selkie mythology, this play takes place in a fictional Northern California coastal town and centers on the Selkie Adele, an immortal being

stripped of her memory and magic. Z Space (SF). 866.811.4111, zspace.org

FEB 11–MAR 6 Ondine

In this retelling of water-centric myths like The Little Mermaid, a water sprite leaves her ocean home in pursuit of her true love, and after he leaves, curses him to die when he falls asleep. When he returns, the two attempt to stay

awake by telling tales of their love. Cutting Ball Theater (SF). 415.525.1205, cuttingball.com

FEB 13 A Real Man: Dad. Daughter. Autism

Nationally recognized comedian Mike Guido — father of nine — performs a solo show, in which he delves into the emotional experience of raising his daughter Maria, who has severe

autism. Throckmorton Theatre (Mill Valley). 415.383.9600, throck mortontheatre.org

FEB 16–21 The Illusionists Magic tricks, death-defying stunts and acts of breathtaking wonder converge in this spectacular showcase of seven talented illusionists. Orpheum Theatre (SF). 888.746.1799, shnsf.com

DANCE

THRU FEB 5 Program 1: 7 For Eight, Magrittomania, Pas/ Parts Enjoy three acclaimed ballets: 7 For Eight premiered in 2004; Magrittomania pays homage to surrealist painter René Magritte; and Pas/ Parts was created for Paris Opéra Ballet and, until now, has never been performed by another company. War Memorial Opera House (SF). 415.861.5600, sfballet.org

THRU FEB 6 Program 2: Continuum, Fearful Symmetries, Rubies

The year’s second trio of performances includes choreographer Christopher Wheeldon’s Continuum, Liam Scarlett’s Fearful Symmetries and Rubies, set to a score by Igor

Stravinsky. War Memorial Opera House (SF). 415.861.5600, sfballet.org

FEB 5 Romeo and Juliet

The Moscow Festival Ballet — founded by the principal dancer of the Bolshoi Ballet, Sergei Radchenko — presents the classic tale of starcrossed lovers born of feuding families. Veterans’ Memorial Auditorium (San Rafael). 415.473.6800, marincounty.org

COMEDY

TUESDAYS Tuesday

Comedy Funnies An evening of hilarity featuring comedians who make us laugh and think. Throckmorton Theatre (Mill Valley). 415.383.9600, throck mortontheatre.org

MUSIC

FEB 1 Oboe Bliss

Left Coast Chamber Ensemble’s own Tom Nugent joins Arthur Bliss quintet for this oboe-centric program. SF Conservatory of Music (SF). leftcoast ensemble.org

FEB 3–4 A Concert of Champions The S.F. Symphony partners with NFL Films to present two concerts that celebrate the intersection of sports and music. Davies Symphony Hall (SF). 415.864.6000, sfsymphony.org

FEB 4 Scott Pemberton

A native of Portland, Oregon, Scott Pemberton channels the city’s unique, fun vibe in his music, which is self-described as “Timber Rock,” melding jazz, rock, blues and a bit of West Coast funk. Sweetwater Music

Hall (Mill Valley). 415.388.1100, sweet watermusichall.com

FEB 7 New Century

Chamber Orchestra

World-renowned violinist Daniel Hope leads the orchestra in a program of works that pay homage to violin master Yehudi Menuhin. Osher Marin JCC (San Rafael). 415.444.8000, marinjcc.org

FEB 10 Peter Bradley

Adams Originally one half of the duo Eastmountainsouth, Adams creates music with melodies and lyrics that will stay in your head long after the show is over. Sweetwater Music Hall (Mill Valley). 415.388.1100, sweetwater musichall.com

FEB 12–13 Petty

Theft The well-loved Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers tribute band makes an appearance in West Marin. Rancho Nicasio (Nicasio). 415.662.2219, ranchonicasio.com

FEB 13 Chinese New Year Ring in the Year of the Monkey with the S.F. Symphony. Davies Symphony Hall (SF). 415.864.6000, sfsymphony.org

FEB 17 Ottmar Liebert and Luna Negra Born in Cologne, Germany, to a Chinese-German father and a Hungarian mother, Liebert began playing guitar at a young age and now performs all over the world. Sweetwater Music Hall (Mill Valley). 415.388.1100, sweet watermusichall.com

FEB 19 Brian Fallon and the Crowes Fallon’s debut solo album, Painkillers, is set for

release later this year, marking the first solo venture for the singer and guitarist of Gaslight Anthem. Sweetwater Music Hall (Mill Valley). 415.388.1100, sweetwater musichall.com

FEB 19 The Musical Box

The Genesis tribute band performs music from the iconic rock group’s 1973 album Selling England by the Pound. The Regency Ballroom (SF). the regencyballroom.com

FEB 26 Alexander’s Feast The American Bach Soloists present Alexander’s Feast, Handel’s ode based on a poem by John Dryden, subtitled “The Power of Music.” The evening features the American Bach Choir and a trio of vocal soloists. St. Stephen's Episcopal Church (Belvedere).

415.621.7900, americanbach.org

FEB 27 Carly Rae Jepsen The pop singer who got her start with the impossibly catchy single “Call Me Maybe” is back with a new album, E·MO·TION, released last year. See what all the raves are about at this San Francisco show. The Warfield (SF). 415.345.0900, the warfieldtheatre.com

FEB 27 The Garcia Project This group pays homage to Jerry Garcia by channeling the thoughts and emotions that inspired Jerry Garcia Band tunes and shows throughout the 1970s, ’80s and ’90s, allowing fans new and old to relive the legend. Sweetwater Music Hall (Mill Valley). 415.388.1100, sweet watermusichall.com

FEB 28 Masterworks

2: The Romance of Rodrigo Conductor

Alasdair Neale and the Marin Symphony present Rodrigo’s Guitar Concerto and music from Johannes Brahms. Veterans’ Memorial Auditorium (San Rafael). 415.473.6800, marinsymphony.org

GALLERIES

MARIN

Art Abloom Studio and Gallery Classes for artists. 751 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Anselmo. 415.256.1112, artabloom.com

Art Works Downtown Climate Change A juried exhibition with aims to inspire stewardship by showcasing artists’ visions of adaptation and our responses to the changing environment, through February 26. 1337 Fourth St, San

to reflect on a range of larger concerns, February 6–April 3. 5200 Carneros Hwy, Napa. 707.226.5991, dirosaart.org

Fine Art Etc. Featuring a collection of sculptures and paintings by artists from Northern California and around the world. 686 Bridgeway, Sausalito. 415.332.1107, fineartetc.com

Gallery Route One

Aqua An annual juried show that allows artists to interpret the word “aqua” in any way that resonates with them, through February 14. 11101 Hwy One, Point Reyes. 415.663.1347, galleryrouteone.org

Mine Gallery Original contemporary art. 1820 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Fairfax. 415.755.4472, gallerymine.com

Rafael. 415.451.8119, artworksdowntown.org

Bubble Street Featuring genres of fantastic art, imaginary realism, neo-Victorian and steampunk. 565 Bridgeway, Sausalito. 415.339.0506, bubblestreetgallery.com

Claudia Chapline Gallery and Sculpture Garden Works by Claudia Chapline, Jim Garmhausen, Etta Deikman and more. 3445 Shoreline Hwy, Stinson Beach. 415.868.2308, cchapline.com

Desta Gallery The Way of Art New works. 417 San Anselmo Ave, San Anselmo. 415.524.8932, destagallery.com

di Rosa Radical Landscapes Artists use their surrounding environments as both medium and muse

Work by Charlotte Bernstrom. 154 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley. 415.381.8776, rgfinearts.com

Roberta English Art by Cheung Lee, Mayumi Oda, Li Huayi, Ju Ming and Toko Shinoda. 1615 Bridgeway, Sausalito. 415.331.2975, robertaenglish.com

Rock Hill Gallery

Photographs by Gary Scales, through February 25. 145 Rock Hill Drive, Tiburon. 415.435.9108, ccctiburon.net

Room Art Gallery

Works by both Bay Area artists and major masters, housing the largest collection of Picasso, Chagall and others in Marin County. 86 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley. 415.380.7940, roomartgallery.com

O’Hanlon Center for the Arts The Art of Love. 616 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley. 415.388.4331, ohanloncenter.org

Petri’s Fine Arts Featuring contemporary works in various mediums. 690 Bridgeway, Sausalito. 415.332.2626, petrisfinearts.com

Robert Allen Fine Art

Group Exhibition Prints, drawings and mixedmedia works on paper, February 4–March 31. 301 Caledonia St, Sausalito. 415.331.2800, robertallenfineart.com

Robert Beck Gallery

Early California and contemporary plein air paintings. 222 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Anselmo. 415.456.7898, beckgallery.org

Robert Green Fine Arts Between Two Worlds

Seager Gray Gallery Ongoing work. 108 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley. 415.384.8288, seagergray.com

Smith Andersen North Work from Wayne Levin. 20 Greenfield Ave, San Anselmo. 415.455.9733, smith andersennorth.com

Studio 333 Art and events. 333A Caledonia St, Sausalito. 415.331.8272, studio333.info

Studio 4 Art Classes and workshops with materials included. 1133 Grant Ave, Novato. 415.596.5546, studio4art.net

The Blissful Gallery Oils, watercolors and prints by painter Emmeline Craig. 3415 Shoreline Hwy, Stinson Beach, 415.868.2787, emmelinecraig.com

Shoreline Floods by Barbara Poole at Art Works Downtown, San Rafael

Zener Schon

Contemporary Art Contemporary works in various mediums by Eric Zener, Paige Smith, JD Wilson and more. 23 Sunnyside Ave, 415.738.8505, zener schongallery.com

SAN FRANCISCO

ArtHaus Ongoing work. 411 Brannan St, 415.977.0223, arthaus-sf.com

Caldwell Snyder Gallery

Recent paintings by Melissa Chandon, February 4–29. 341 Sutter St, 415.392.2299, caldwellsnyder.com

Fouladi Projects Work from Tiburon artist Ruth Braunstein, through February 27. 1803 Market St, 415.621.2535, fouladiprojects.com

George Lawson Gallery

Selected paintings from Alan Ebnother, through February 20. 315 Potrero Ave, 415.703.4400, georgelawson gallery.com

Gregory Lind Gallery

Heights Where the Light Still Lingered Work by Sarah Bostwick. 49 Geary St, 415.296.9661, gregorylindgallery.com

Hackett-Mill Abstract

Selections A group exhibition featuring Howard Hodgkins, Hans Hofmann, Joan Mitchell, Manuel Neri, Brian Wall and others. 201 Post St, 415.362.3377, hackettmill.com

John Berggruen Gallery

Ongoing work. 228 Grant Ave, 415.781.4629, berggruen.com

Meyerovich Gallery

Paintings and sculpture by Grisha Bruskin, through February 29. 251 Post St, 415.421.7171, meyerovich.com

Pier 24 Photography

Art from the Pilara Foundation collection. Pier 24, 415.512.7424, pier24.org

Rena Bransten Projects

Sculpture by Dennis Gallagher, through March 12. 1639 Market St, 415.982.3292, rena branstengallery.com

Thomas Reynolds

Gallery Pieces by contemporary painters, most addressing the intersection of realism and abstraction. 2291 Pine St, 415.441.4093, thomasreynolds.com

MUSEUMS

MARIN

Bay Area Discovery Museum Children’s China Participate in a traditional tea ceremony, learn Chinese character writing, partake in dragon parades and more, through May 8 (Sausalito). 415.339.3900, bay kidsmuseum.org

Bolinas Museum

Historic paintings by important local artists on permanent display (Bolinas). 415.868.0330, bolinasmuseum.org

Marin Museum of the American Indian The First Ambassadors A look at long-forgotten Native American history told through rare lithographs depicting

courageous and distinguished tribal leaders (Novato). 415.897.4064, marinindian.com

Marin Museum of Contemporary Art Layers MarinMOCA’s artist members present pieces based on this multidimensional theme, through February 21 (Novato). 415.506.0137, marinmoca.org

BAY AREA

Asian Art Museum

Looking East: How Japan Inspired Monet, Van Gogh, and Other Western Artists, through February 7 (SF). 415.581.3711, asianart.org

California Academy of Sciences Enjoy an adults-only experience after 6 p.m.

every Thursday. (SF). 415.379.8000, calacademy.org

Conservatory of Flowers Garden Railway: 1915 Pan-Pacific The conservatory’s newest garden railway exhibition celebrates the centennial of San Francisco’s historic world’s fair, through April 10 (SF). 415.831.2090, conserva toryofflowers.org

Contemporary Jewish Museum Chasing

Justice Three artists share bodies of work inspired by the biblical exhortation to “pursue justice,” through February 21 (SF). 415.655.7800, thecjm.org

de Young Danny Lyon: Message to the Future

Out & About / CALENDAR

assembles approximately 175 photographs, related films and ephemeral materials to highlight Lyon’s concern with documenting social and political issues, through July 10 (SF). 415.750.3600, deyoung.famsf.org

Exploratorium Ongoing interactive exhibits exploring science, art and human perception (SF). 415.397.5673, exploratorium.edu

Legion of Honor Sublime Beauty: Raphael's "Portrait of a Lady with a Unicorn" presents one of Raphael’s most beguiling and enigmatic paintings shown in the U.S. for the first time, through April 10 (SF). 415.750.3600, legion ofhonor.famsf.org

Museum of Craft and Design Constructed Communication: Nakayama, Sinbondit, Venom In support of the museum’s Visible Transparency Project, this group exhibition features a collection of four artists who will communicate publicly through their work, through March 27 (SF). 415.773.0303, sfmcd.org

Oakland Museum of California Unearthed: Found and Made Oakland-born, Los Angeles–based artist Jedediah Caesar created sculptures that realistically mimic geological processes, through April 24 (Oakland). 510.318.8400, museumca.org

San Francisco Botanical Garden Magnolia Bloom Watch as nature defies winter’s gloom with an impressive display of more than 100 rare and historic magnolia blooms, through March 31 (SF). 415.661.1316, sfbotanicalgarden.org

Sonoma Valley Museum of Art Between Nature and Technology Works by Courtney Eagan and David Sullivan, each boasting practices that span animation, sound, sculpture, photography and interactivity to explore the relationship between people, technology and the environment, through March 6 (Sonoma). svma.org

The Walt Disney Family Museum Mel Shaw: An Animator on Horseback

The first ever retrospective of the life and work of Disney animator, creative and master horseman Mel Shaw, through September 12 (SF). 415.345.6800, waltdisney.org

Yerba Buena Center for the Arts Murmur Wall Designed by Future Cities Lab, the Murmur Wall is a unique combination of sculpture, light and data collection along the wall at the main entrance to YBCA, through May 31, 2017 (SF). 415.978.2787, ybca.org

EVENTS

FEB 3 Big Game Train Celebrate Super Bowl 50 with superstar athletes and coaches including Dick Vermeil,

Vida Blue, Rick Mirer, Terry Hoage, Dave Wilcox, Damon Huard and Sam Williams, who will be on board to provide meet-andgreet opportunities for guests throughout the picturesque threehour journey. Wine Train Station (Napa). 707.253.2111, winetrain.com

FEB 13 Presidents' Day

Paddle Enjoy a familyfriendly paddleboard race for all ages, with course length and duration dictated by weather conditions. Don’t forget to bring a paddleboard, outrigger or kayak. Rain will cancel. McNears Beach Park (San Rafael). marincountyparks.org

FILM

FEB 4 Les Liaisons

Dangereuses Enjoy a National Theatre London production live from the comfort of your Larkspur theater seat. Former lovers compete in games of seduction and revenge in this adaption of Choderlos de Laclos’ 1782 novel. Lark Theater (Larkspur). 415.924.5111, lark theater.net

FEB 19–21 American Indian Art Show Join the country’s top dealers, artists and collectors of Native American works as they show jewelry, textiles, baskets, pottery, beadwork, sculpture and more. Exhibit Hall (San Rafael). marinshow.com

CELEBRATE SUSTAINABILITY

Healdsburg is honored to host –Monterey Bay Aquarium’s Cooking for Solutions – On the Road February 27-28

Taste of Healdsburg at Jordan Winery

Warming Wintertime Lunch at SHED

Details: healdsburg.com/events

In the famed Sonoma County wine country. Local hospitality meets San Francisco chic. Bakeries, bistros, tasting rooms and 5-star restaurants. Stylish boutiques, art galleries and antique shops. Picnic baskets brimming with local farmers’ market delicacies.

Taste the wine country the way Northern Californians do. And like everyone who visits, you’ll fall head over Healdsburg. www.healdsburg.com

FEB 9 Dough Part of Osher Marin JCC’s Best of the San Francisco Jewish Film Festival, this British film centers on an aging Jewish baker whose business is inadvertently saved by his young Muslim apprentice.

Osher Marin JCC (San Rafael). 415.444.8000, marinjcc.org

NATURE WALKS & TALKS

ONGOING Sunday

Hikes on Mount Tam Cap off your weekend with a three- to fivemile group hike up Mount Tamalpais. Each trek is led by a Friends of Mount Tam volunteer. Various locations (Mill Valley). 415.258.2410, friendsofmttam.org

FEB 4 Concussion: Brain Injury and the NFL In 2002, Bennet Omalu became the first doctor to discover and identify chronic brain damage as a major factor in the deaths of some professional athletes. He is joined in conversation by Stone Phillips, former anchor on Dateline NBC, who has reported extensively on head trauma and sports and is himself a former college football quarterback. Nourse Theater (SF). 415.392.4400, cityarts.net

FEB 6 Learn How to Pier-Fish Join rangers and a few experienced local anglers to learn tricks and tips for pier fishing. Poles available on a first come, first serve basis. Paradise

Beach Park (Tiburon). marincountyparks.com

FEB 10 Ring Mountain Restoration: Roots for Routes Plant native roots along Ring Mountain’s roads and trails. Install native grasses while removing weeds in a new reservation area that was recently repaired to allow for hiking. Be prepared for bending, lifting, pulling and kneeling, as well as a short hike. Endeavor Drive (Corte Madera). 415.473.5058, marin countyparks.org

FEB 11 Birds at Las Gallinas Get a closer look at the local waterfowl that visit the ponds of the Las Gallinas water treatment facility — keep an eye out for scavenging hawks

as well. Las Gallinas Sanitary District Water Treatment Ponds (San Rafael). 415.893.9508, marincountyparks.org

FEB 15 Nature for Kids: Stafford Lake Bring the family on this search for cold-weather creatures along the shores of Stafford Lake. Pack a lunch, and be ready to scan for beetles, tadpoles and newts. Stafford Lake Park (Novato). 415.893.9508, marincountyparks.org

FEB 19 Jacques d’Amboise One of the finest classical dancers of our time — a protégé of choreographer George Balanchine — discusses his storied career. Nourse Theater (SF). 415.392.4400, cityarts.net

FEB 21 Early Flowers at Mount Burdell Check out the early bloom of one of the county’s many wildflowers, a nodding white lily called the fragrant fritillary. Also keep an eye out for shooting stars, milkmaids, star lilies and more. Simmons Lane (Novato). 415.893.9508, marin countyparks.org

FEB 23 21st-Century

Education: Cultivating Creative and Entrepreneurial Talents

Yong Zhao, an expert on education and global trends, shares research and insight on how the world has fundamentally changed, how the American education system stacks up and what talents are required to succeed in the future. Community

Center (Mill Valley). 415.888.2329, speak tomeevents.com

FEB 23 Putting It Together: A Season of Rare and Classic Broadway Musicals 42nd Street Moon co-founders Greg MacKellan and Stephanie Rhoads discuss the company’s 24th season, which continues its mission to preserve America’s musical theater heritage. JCCSF (SF). 415.292.1200, jccsf.org

FEB 26–28 Pacific Orchid Expo See the legacy of one of the oldest plant species. Fort Mason Center (SF). 650.548.6700, orchid sanfrancisco.org

TRIBAL & TEXTILE ARTS

Festivities will include live music, cocktails and other libations, hors d’oeuvres, a chance to mingle with the exhibitors and have the first opportunity to purchase at the show Tickets at the door: $60 per person

Dine

• PICCO California Popular since its inception, Picco has a seasonally driven menu featuring items such as risotto (made every half hour) that keep patrons coming back. Pizzeria Picco next door is famous for its wood-fired pizzas, wine selection and soft-serve Straus Family Creamery ice cream. 320 Magnolia Ave, 415.924.0300, restaurantpicco.com s $$$ s ∞ C D

CORTE MADERA

BLUE BARN GOURMET

American The first Marin outpost of the S.F.-based eatery has proven very popular. The menu includes customizable salads, toasted sandwiches, soups and more, prepared with locally harvested produce and proteins. Try the buffalo milk gelato from Double 8 Dairy of West Marin. Corte Madera Town Ctr, 415.927.1104, bluebarngourmet.com b $$ s ∞ LD º

BOCA PIZZERIA Italian

This Italian-inspired pizzeria utilizes Northern California’s bounty of seasonal ingredients and showcases local microbreweries and wine country’s boutique varietals. The menu includes large selections of appetizers to share, organic salads when available, pastas, local free-range poultry and meats, desserts and Neapolitan-style pizzas with house-made mozzarella. 1544 Redwood Hwy, 415.924.3021, bocapizzeria.com s $$ s ∞ C LD º

BRICK & BOTTLE

California Seasonal selections made with local ingredients are

the specialty here. Enjoy signature dishes like orzo mac ’n’ cheese with smoked Gouda and petrale sole and tomato-braised short ribs. The restaurant has been voted “Best Happy Hour,” by Marin Magazine readers. 55 Tamal Vista Blvd, 415.924.3366, brickandbottle.com

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FAIRFAX

123 BOLINAS California

Created by four friends wanting to showcase seasonal fare in a relaxing, intimate environment, this cozy, one-room eatery offers locally brewed beer, small-production wines and seasonal food along with the view of Bolinas Park through the floorto-ceiling windows. 123 Bolinas St, 415.488.5123, 123bolinas.com

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GRILLY’S Mexican

If you’re looking for a quick, fresh meal, Grilly’s is an easy and delicious stop. Pick up a couple burritos and the much-loved chicken taco salad to please the whole family. 1 Bolinas Ave, 415.457.6171, grillys.com

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Cream Cheese Pumpkin Cake with Buttered Rum Ice Cream

LARKSPUR

AMALFI RISTORANTE

Italian Antonio Volpicelli, of Don Antonio in Tiburon, has taken over the old Fabrizio space and filled it with more traditional Italian cuisine. The menu offers an assortment of classic dishes like orgonzola gnocchi, veal parmesan, carbonara and an extensive wine list. Guests are welcome to enjoy any one of these items on the spacious outdoor patio. 455 Magnolia Ave, 415.924.3332, amalfi ristorantelarkspur.com

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FARMSHOP California

Located in the Marin Country Mart since 2013, Farmshop Marin has quickly become a top spot here in the county. Indoor and outdoor seating available.

Marin Country Mart, 2233 Larkspur Landing Circle, 415.755.6700, farmshopca.com

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MARIN BREWING CO.

American Grab a cold beer made on site and pair it with fish ’n’ chips — in this case fresh cod dipped in Mt. Tam pale ale batter, served with steak fries and homemade tartar sauce — or another item from the all-American menu.

Marin Country Mart, 1809 Larkspur Landing Circle, 415.461.4677, marinbrewing.com

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MILL VALLEY

BUCKEYE ROADHOUSE

American Oysters Bingo, baby back ribs and Chili-Lime

“Brick” Chicken are a few of the satisfying, comfort-food menu items that have made this classic roadhouse a

favorite since the ’30s. The warm, dark-wood bar with red leather booths is a popular spot for cocktails, conversations or a light meal. 15 Shoreline Hwy, 415.331.2600, buckeyeroadhouse.com

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EL PASEO American

The Marin chophouse has an unmistakable European village flair. Voted most romantic restaurant in Northern California and built from Mount Tam railroad ties and brick in 1947, El Paseo was restored by owner Sammy Hagar in 2009. The menu offers California and European fare and an extensive wine list. 17 Throckmorton Ave, 415.388.0741, elpaseomillvalley.com

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GRILLY’S Mexican

Grilly’s is an easy and delicious stop. Pick up a couple burritos and the much-loved chicken taco salad and you have a lunch or dinner to please the whole family. 493 Miller Ave, 415.381.3278, grillys.com

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HARMONY Chinese

Enjoy a lighter take on Chinese at this restaurant, nestled in the Strawberry Village. The barbecue pork bun is filled with housemade roasted meat in a savory sauce, and fresh mussels are accented with red chili and Thai basil. Pair your pick with wine, beer or tea. Be sure to check out the weekday lunch special for an excellent deal. Strawberry Village, 415.381.5300, harmony restaurantgroup.com

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PIATTI RISTORANTE

AND BAR Italian The staff prides itself on capturing the warm and welcoming atmosphere of a traditional Italian trattoria. Get a table by the window or on the outdoor deck for a truly exceptional view right on the water. Peruse the impressive selection of Italian wines to accompany your rustic seasonal meal. 625 Redwood Hwy, 415.380.2525, piatti.com s $$ s ∞ C LD BR

MOLINA California

Chef/proprietor Todd Shoberg’s cooking focuses on wood-fired, California coastal cuisine. The daily rotating menu features items cooked in the famed Alan Scott oven and selected from Marin County’s farmers’ markets, including shellfish, oysters, rabbit, pig, quail and cattle. Both the menu

and the music change nightly. 17 Madrona St, 415.383.4200, molinarestaurant.com

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PIAZZA D’ANGELO

Italian It’s always a party at this longstanding hot spot. A great place to meet up with friends for a fresh plate of pasta, or make some new friends at the bar. The menu is known for creative, seasonal dishes like the stuffed veal loin with wild mushrooms and house-made mozzarella. 22 Miller Ave, 415.388.2000, piazzadangelo.com

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PIZZA ANTICA

Italian This Italianinspired restaurant in Strawberry Village offers much more than impeccably prepared thin-crust pizzas. The seasonal dishes are created with local

• BOCA TAVERN

American Bring a date or celebrate a special event at this classic steak house, which features wholesome American fare. Favorites include the mac ’n’cheese croquettes, hanger steak and duck-fat fries.

340 Ignacio Blvd, 415.883.0901, bocasteak.com

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ingredients and include chopped salads, housemade pastas, and meat, fish and fowl entrees, such as the Tuscan fried chicken and roasted pork chop. 800 Redwood Hwy, 415.383.0600, pizzaantica.com

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SHORELINE COFFEE

SHOP American Tucked away in a parking lot at Tam Junction, this coffee shop is a funky diner with a smalltown feel. Check out the mix of Mexican and traditional breakfast fare. 221 Shoreline Hwy, 415.388.9085

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URBAN REMEDY Juice

With a selection of juices, snacks and bowls including plenty of gluten-free, grain-free, and low-glycemic-index options, this is a popular stop. Raw desserts round things out. Try the namesake salad or

MARVIN’S RESTAURANT

American Voted “Best Breakfast in Novato,” this spot is known for serving up generous portions of Americanstyle breakfast and lunch fare at a great value. The corned beef hash, benedicts and superb service attract a consistent crowd all year round. 1112 Grant Ave, 415.892.4482

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RUSTIC BAKERY

tea. 726 San Anselmo Ave, 415.457.9470, baanthaimarin.com b $$ LD

COMFORTS CAFE

American Established in 1986, Comforts has a cozy sit-down patio and serves breakfast, lunch and weekend brunch.

give the cashew milk with cinnamon and vanilla a shot to see what Urban Remedy is all about. 15 E Blithedale Ave, 415.383.5300, urbanremedy.com

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NOVATO

BOCA PIZZERIA Italian

Enjoy authentic pizza prepared with fresh mozzarella made in-house daily and tomatoes imported from Italy. Other menu items include grilled rosemary chicken sandwiches and braised beef short rib pappardelle. Enjoy weekly specials, such as 50 percent off all wines by the bottle on Wednesdays and half off draft beers on Thursdays. 454 Ignacio Blvd, 415.883.2302, bocapizzeria.com

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California Organic pastries, breads, salads and sandwiches are on the menu here, including daily seasonal specials. Try the Marin Melt — Cowgirl Creamery’s Mt. Tam and Point Reyes Toma cheeses grilled on honey whole wheat, served with dressed baby greens and crisp apple slices. 1407 Grant Ave, 415.878.4952, rusticbakery.com

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THE SPEAKEASY

American There’s nothing like the comfort of a solid burger and beer when you’re kicking back and watching the game, and the Speakeasy provides you with just that. In addition to the 10 beers on tap, you can go beyond traditional pub grub with treats like a deconstructed salmon salad. 504 Alameda del Prado, 415.883.7793, thespeakeasynovato.com b º

SAN ANSELMO

BAAN THAI CUISINE

Thai Known for its mango sticky rice, this restaurant is committed to bringing their customers fresh, local and seasonal food. Warm up with the tom kha soup or stave off the heat with a lychee iced

A large take-out section offers fresh bakery items, seasonal salads, soups, sandwiches and even entrees for dinner at home. Besides the famous and popular Chinese chicken salad, other winners are the stuffed pecan-crusted French toast, flavorful scrambles, Chicken Okasan ( nicknamed “Crack Chicken” by fans) and wonton soup. 335 San Anselmo Ave, 415.454.9840, comfortscafe.com

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FARM BURGER

American This burger chain is known for 100% grassfed meats and something that’s not nearly as commonplace – alcoholic milkshakes. So if you want to put a little tang in your dessert, try one of their golden state cider floats or a mission hard root beer. Other fares include a pastured pig banh mi, a superfood salad, as well as a lil farmers menu for kids. 882 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, 415.785.4802, farmburger.net

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L’APPART RESTO

French French specialties, local favorites and a $35 three- course prix fixe menu are served up in an energetic yet sophisticated environment. 636 San Anselmo Ave, 415.256.9884, lappartresto.com

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Roasted Beet Salad

MARINITAS Mexican

The sister restaurant of Insalata’s continues to flourish as a center for creative Latin cuisine in Marin. It may not be as low-priced as most local Mexican restaurants, but this is not your typical southof-the-border spot. 218 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, 415.454.8900, marinitas.net

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TACO JANE’S Mexican

Named after the owner’s mother, this casual, colorful place welcomes the whole family. Don’t miss out on Jane’s handmade agave margarita or grilled plantains with crema. 21 Tamalpais Ave, 415.454.6562, tacojanes.com

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VALENTI & CO. Italian

This bright and cozy space is the ideal environment for authentic Italian dishes made with local ingredients. A seat at the chef’s table gives a prime view of the open kitchen. 337 San Anselmo Ave, 415.454.7800, valentico.com

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SAN GERONIMO

TWO BIRD CAFE

California This roadside cafe has it all, including fresh fish and goodies from the garden. These guys were doing local and sustainable before it was cool. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and live music. 625 San Geronimo Valley Dr, 415.488.0105, twobirdcafe.com

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SAN RAFAEL

AMICI’S EAST COAST

PIZZERIA California A wide array of thin-crust

pizzas, freshly made pastas and salads are the ticket here, along with flame-roasted lemon chicken wings, for dine-in, takeout and delivery. Gluten-free pizza crust is available. 1242 Fourth St, 415.455.9777, amicis.com

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ARIZMENDI BAKERY

California A workerowned bakery cafe, Arzimendi prides itself on high-quality local ingredients. Visit any time of day for coffee and pastries, breakfast and lunch sandwiches, and thincrust sourdough artisan pizza. 1002 Fourth St, 415. 456.4093, arizmendisanrafael.com

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BEST LIL’ PORKHOUSE

American For a selection of authentic Southern appetizers, smoked ribs, pulled pork, outstanding wings, sliders and homemade barbecue sauce, head to this barbecue joint just off Highway 101. The vibe is honky-tonk and the bar boasts two pool tables and several televisions always tuned into the latest sporting events. Opt for a “Stina,” the famous pomegranate/jalapeño margarita. 2042 Fourth St, 415.457.7675, bestlilporkhouse.com

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GREEN CHILE KITCHEN

Mexican Don’t let the name fool you; while green chilies are present on the menu, many other varieties are also featured. From the organic, house made, blue corn tortillas to the red chile chicken wings, this restaurant located in downtown San Rafael offers a cornucopia of

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hues and flavors. 1335 4th St, 415.521.5691, greenchilekitchen.com

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FENIX California An intimate live-music venue in the heart of downtown San Rafael, Fenix features globally inspired California cuisine with a Southern French twist. Dishes like fried green tomatoes or 72-hour sous-vide short ribs, accompanied by a glass from the extensive wine list, define the experience. 919 Fourth St, 415.813.5600, fenixlive.com

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JOHNNY DOUGHNUTS

Breakfast The fresh doughnuts are handmade in small batches with local dairy products in the dough and fillings. Stop by the shop or have the food truck come to you. 1617 Fourth St, 415.450.1866, johnnydoughnuts.com

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LE CHALET BASQUE

French This family-style

place features dishes inspired by the Basque regions of France and Spain, like frog legs in a garlic butter and lemon sauce, a veal calf liver sauté and sweetbreads with port wine sauce and mushrooms. On a warm night, enjoy alfresco dining on the patio. 405 North San Pedro Rd, 415.479.1070, chaletbasque.com

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LOTUS CUISINE OF INDIA RESTAURANT

Indian Lotus serves up organic North Indian cuisine with many vegan and vegetarian options. The restaurant is a certified green business with an energy-efficient kitchen and features a retractable rooftop and exotic interior decor with casual pink-tablecloth settings. The reasonably priced dishes are made with local, nonGMO and gluten-free ingredients. 704 Fourth St, 415.456.5808, lotusrestaurant.com

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• LA TOSCANA

RISTORANTE & BAR Italian

Family owned and operated since 1985, La Toscana has completed an extensive interior and exterior renovation, transforming an already popular San Rafael gathering spot into a place for any occasion. The menu features classics like gnocchi and carbonara and an ample selection of wine. 3751 Redwood Hwy, 415.492.9100, ristorantelatoscana.com

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MCINNIS PARK GOLF CLUB RESTAURANT

American Grab a meal prepared by chef Chris Harman before or after hitting the driving range (or even without picking up a club). Outdoor seating is popular, as is the full bar, with a selection of premium Scotches, small-batch bourbons and more than 50 wines from California vineyards. McInnis Park, 415.491.5959, mcinnis parkgolfcenter.com s $$$ ∞ C LD

MULBERRY STREET

PIZZERIA Italian Chef

Ted Rowe won first place in the Food Network Television Pizza Challenge with his For the Love of Mushroom pizza —sautéed mushrooms in a creamy garlic sauce and a red wine reduction atop a fresh crust. Be sure to try other unique pies. 101 Smith Ranch Rd, 415.472.7272, mulberrystreetpizza sanrafael.comb $$ s

PANAMA HOTEL RESTAURANT

American The dinner menu has a large selection — tortilla soup to wild mushroom raviolis — but it’s the Sunday brunch that will please the kids; try the Panama Waffle with bananas, warm chocolate sauce and whipped cream, plus a pitcher of “make-your-own” mimosas for the adults. The tropical garden is a prime spot for peoplewatching. 4 Bayview St, 415.457.3993, panamahotel.com

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PIZZA ORGASMICA

American Enjoy indulgent favorite pies like the Serpent’s Kiss or Inspiration Point with a crisp beer, Orgasmica style. Eat in or order a half-baked pizza to cook and enjoy at home. 812 Fourth St, 415.457.2337, pizzaorgasmica.com

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RANGE CAFE American

With floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the grand Peacock Gap

a friendly atmosphere and seating for 240, is great for large parties, and the roast sirloin of beef and Fettuccine Joe’s are sure to please. 931 Fourth St, 415.456.2425, sanrafaeljoe.com

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SOL FOOD Puerto Rican

lawns, the Range Cafe is the perfect place for comforting American classics with an elegant twist. This inviting lunchtime cafe with its ice-cold lemonade and refreshing chardonnays makes a great dinner spot once the sun sets. 333 Biscayne Dr, 415.454.6450, rangecafe.net

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ROCKETROLL Japanese

There are plenty of fusion restaurants around, but not many that blend Mexican and Japanese favorites. Rocketroll, however, offers everything from a spicy tuna rice bowl, to yellow fin tuna and salmon sashimi sushi burritos. Smoothies like the avocado fresher round out the menu. 1109 4th St, 415.866.0537

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SAN RAFAEL JOE’S

Italian A Marin institution famous for sophisticated yet casual Italian fare since 1947. The dining room, with

Fast becoming a Marin legend, Sol Food whips up traditional Puerto Rican dishes just like the ones owners Sol Hernandez grew up eating. Favorites include the bistec sandwich, mofongo and fried plantains, but anything tastes good with a dash of the signature hot sauce, also for sale by the bottle (as is the lemon-garlic salad dressing). 901 Lincoln Ave, 415.451.4765, sol foodrestaurant.com $$ s ∞ BLD

SUSHI TO DAI FOR Japanese Snagging a seat in this popular Fourth Street sushi spot can be a challenge, but patience is rewarded with tasty and fresh sashimi, unique sushi rolls and great prices. 816 Fourth St, 415.721.0392, sushitodaifor.net

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TERRAPIN CROSSROADS

American This waterfront restaurant and music venue presents fresh food and local talent. The menu includes salads, savory dishes and wood-fired pizzas plus a wide selection of beers, wines and cocktails. Come for the food, stay for the music. 100 Yacht Club Dr, 415.524.2773, terrapin crossroads.net

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Saffron Risotto with Prawns

URBAN REMEDY Juice

With delicious juices, snacks and bowls including plenty of gluten-free, grain-free, and low-glycemic-index choices, this is a popular spot. Raw desserts round things out. Try the namesake salad or give the cashew milk with cinnamon and vanilla a shot to see what Urban Remedy is all about. 1904 Fourth St, 415.786.8011, urbanremedy.com

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VIN ANTICO American

Vin Antico, “where passion meets the plate,” serves seasonal marketinspired cuisine like stone-oven-baked flatbreads, handmade pastas and organic salads, all innovatively prepared. The kitchen is open to the dining room and there’s a full bar with artisan cocktails. 881 Fourth St, 415.721.0600, vinantico.com

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SAUSALITO

BAR BOCCE American

Food just tastes better on a bayside patio with fire pits and a bocce ball court. Order one of the sourdough bread pizzas and a glass of wine and you’ll see why this casual eatery, overseen by Robert Price of Buckeye and Bungalow 44, has become a local favorite. 1250 Bridgeway, 415.331.0555, barbocce.com

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BARREL HOUSE

TAVERN California

Stop by Barrel House for great local food enhanced by fantastic bay and city views. The relaxed urban setting is a perfect match for the barrel-aged cocktails.

660 Bridgeway, 415.729.9593, barrelhousetavern.com

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COPITA Mexican Chef

Joanne Weir serves up fresh Mexican fare in the heart of downtown Sausalito. The everchanging menu is gluten-free, and the in-house tequila bar offers over 100 varieties and fantastic cocktails. Dine at the bar or on the outdoor patio for great people-watching. 739 Bridgeway, 415.331.7400, copitarestaurant.com

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F3/FAST FOOD

FRANCAIS French

Owned and operated by the owners of Le Garage, F3 serves brunch, lunch and dinner featuring “Frenchified” American comfort food. A rotating menu includes items like the Luxe burger (Diestel turkey, brie, lettuce and a fried egg topped with truffle aioli). Enjoy with a side of Brussels sprout chips or pommes dauphines (tater tots). 39 Caledonia St, 415.887.9047, eatf3.com

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FENG NIAN Chinese

This spacious popular hangout has served up wonton soup, pot stickers and daily specials for nearly two decades. For an indulgent treat, order the Szechwan crispy calamari, honeyglazed walnut prawn or lemon chicken. Staying in? Feng Nian delivery available. 2650 Bridgeway, 415.331.5300, fengnian.com

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FISH. Seafood The ultimate place for freshly caught fare. Order the

Super Bowl

ALTHOUGH MOST OF us will not be at the actual Super Bowl, there is still a way to get a taste of it — with the same bloody mary recipe you’d find at Michael Mina’s Tailgate located at Levi’s Stadium. This recipe was created by Diane Mina (pictured), the chef’s wife, for the members-only club that provides a barbecue party for 49ers seat holders. Diane’s bloody marys are crafted by her mixology team using hand-milled heirloom tomatoes from her West Marin Bella Mina Gardens. She not only jars the puree from her black Russian tomatoes for use in her drinks, but she also grows other key ingredients, including a broadleaf herbaceous garnish called lovage. Luckily, you don’t have to own a tailgate membership to savor this super cocktail. PAMELA CODDINGTON

Diane Mina’s Bloody Mary

MAKES ONE 8- TO 10-OUNCE DRINK

Ingredients

1 lemon

1 lime

2 dashes of Tajin (Mexican seasoning) or any other dry spice blend like Old Bay seasoning

2 ounces of vodka (or other spirit of choice)

5 ounces of premium tomato juice, or make your own from garden-fresh tomatoes

4 dashes of Tabasco

3–4 dashes of Worcestershire sauce

¼ teaspoon of prepared horseradish (not the creamy kind)

Pickled Peppadew pepper

Pickled Spanish queen olive with pimento Pepper

To Prepare

1 Pick out an 8- to 10-ounce glass. You can use a glass with a stem for a bit of elegance, a pint glass for a casual Sunday feel or a no-fuss rustic mason jar to showcase your concoction. 2 Start with a small plate (bread and butter plate, small salad plate or a shallow bowl works well), and fill it with lemon or lime juice so that the whole lip or rim of the glass gets the citrus. Dip the rim of the glass into the juice. 3 Dip the rim of your glass into your spice of choice and add ice to the glass (large cubes if possible to prevent the drink from becoming too watery). 4 Add a premium spirit of choice (vodka, tequila, gin, whiskey or rum) to the glass. 5 Add tomato juice, Tabasco, Worcestershire, horseradish, a teaspoon each of the pickled juices, and a squeeze of lemon and lime to the glass and stir. 6 Garnish with two Spanish queen olives with pimentos, a few turns of pepper from a pepper mill, two dashes of the rim spice, a wedge of fresh lemon and lime and serve. TIP Some additional garnish suggestions: spicy pickled green bean, okra, asparagus stalk, slice of bacon or beef jerky stick, poached shrimp, a cube of pepper jack cheese or a bacon-wrapped date.

fish tacos, ceviche and a bottle of wine and take in the bay views on the open-air deck. Casual; bring cash. 350 Harbor Dr, 415.331.3474, 331fish.com

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KITTI’S PLACE Thai/ California

This homestyle family restaurant has been in Sausalito 20 years and features favorites like lettuce cups, soft spring rolls and weekly specials.

3001 Bridgeway, 415.331.0390, kittisplace.com

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LE GARAGE French

Escape the tourist crush for an indulgent Sausalito brunch right on the water. The atmosphere is animated with light French music (à la Amélie), and the much-adored croquemonsieur is under $10. Indoor or outdoor seating. 85 Liberty Ship Way, 415.332.5625, legaragebistro

sausalito.com

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POGGIO Italian

Executive chef

Benjamin Balesteri creates Northern Italian fare using fresh and local ingredients. Private dining rooms above the restaurant can accommodate larger parties (10 to 150 guests). 777 Bridgeway, 415.332.7771, poggiotratoria.com

s $$$ s ∞ C BLD

SEAFOOD PEDDLER

RESTAURANT AND FISH MARKET Seafood The fish is bought daily from local fisherman and recipes are adjusted to incorporate the freshest catch. 303 Johnson St, 415.332.1492, seafoodpeddler.com

s $$$ s ∞ LD BR º

SEAHORSE Italian The spacious dining area, accompanied by a dance floor and stage, make Seahorse ideal for celebrations large and small. Enjoy a modern twist on classic Tuscan coastal cuisine while grooving to the nightly live music and entertainment. 305 Harbor Dr, 415.331.2899, sausalitoseahorse.com

b $$$ ∞ C LD BR º

THE TRIDENT Seafood Set in a turn-of-thecentury building constructed for the San Francisco Yacht Club, this waterfront restaurant is a shoe-in for date night. The restaurant, a famous 1970s hangout, is now known for supporting local farmers, fisherman and organic food producers. 558 Bridgeway, 415.331.3232, the tridentsausalito.com

s $$$ s ∞ LD BR º

TIBURON

DON ANTONIO TRATTORIA Italian

Located in Tiburon’s Ark Row, this trattoria serves authentic Italian cuisine in a quaint setting. Traditional selections include chicken piccata, organic roasted rack of lamb and house-made pesto. 114 Main St, 415.435.0400, donantoniotrattoria.com

b $$ D

LUNA BLU Sicilian

Executive chef Renzo Azzarello and his wife, Crystal, serve English afternoon tea (a special service by reservation only). The menu changes daily, incorporating seasonal, fresh and organic produce. The restaurant has partnered with the Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood

small school, big impact

• Innovative, participatory classes that encourage each individual’s voice.

• Small class sizes encourage more personalized teaching and experiential learning opportunities.

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Watch, so all the seafood is sustainable. In 2014 diners voted Luna Blu one of the Top 100 Neighborhood Gem restaurants in America. 35 Main St, 415.789. 5844

s $$$ s ∞ LD

WEST MARIN

NICK’S COVE American

Nick’s Cove offers a coastal escape on Tomales Bay, serving famous barbecued local oysters, Dungeness crab mac ’n’ cheese and cocktails using homegrown ingredients.

Large windows in the 130-seat restaurant provide picturesque views of Tomales Bay and Hog Island. (Marshall). 23240 Hwy 1, 415.663.1033, nickscove.com

s $$$ s ∞ C LD BR

PARKSIDE CAFE

American Perfect for a sit-down alfresco meal or for grabbing a burger to enjoy on the beach. Beautiful patio garden seating, ocean views, and private wood-fired

dinners make this café a relaxing retreat. If you’re on the go, check out the new market and bakery. Choose from an array of organic, locally grown produce, artisan meats and wild seafood (Stinson). 43 Arenal Ave, 415.868.1272, parksidecafe.com

s $$$ s ∞ C BLD

RANCHO NICASIO

American Known for live music and an extensive menu featuring everything from Dungeness crab cakes to garlic-rosemary lamb medallions, Rancho Nicasio is open seven days a week. Be sure to stop in for happy hour, 4 to 6 p.m. Monday to Friday. 1 Old Rancheria (Nicasio) Rd, 415.662.2219, ranchonicasio.com

s $$$ s ∞ C LD BR º

SAN FRANCISCO

AQ RESTAURANT & BAR California AQ takes seasonal to a new level, not only adapting the menu but also

• IL DAVIDE Italian The large selection of innovative and classic Tuscan dishes and house-made pasta has kept locals coming back for years. Ingredients are organic and locally sourced where possible, and there’s a vast selection of both Italian and California wines by the glass. Don’t leave without trying the limoncello.

901 A St, 415.454.8080, ildavide.net s $$$ s ∞ C LD

transforming the decor of the entire venue to match the weather outside. 1085 Mission St, 415.341.9000, aq-sf.com s $$$ ∞ D

BENU Asian/French Plan on a formal and sophisticated evening. The compositions on the tasting menu provide a full experience of this restaurant’s unique Asian fusion cuisine. 22 Hawthorne St, 415.685.4860, benusf.com

b $$$ C D

BOULI BAR American/ Mediterranean Head to Boulettes Larder’s new bar and dining room for the savory flavors of spicy lamb, feta and mint or the bittersweetness of salad topped with barberries, bulgur and pomegranate, all in a setting with handsome wood tables and an open kitchen. In the evening, the dining room can readily be reserved for small private parties of up to 24 on request. The views of

match, the endless pizza choices and flavorful pasta and meat selections here will more than satisfy your appetite and take you back in time to the mobster days of the 1920s. 641 Vallejo St, 415.986.8998, sfcapos.com

s $$$ s ∞ D º

CLIFF HOUSE California

KIN KHAO Thai Fullflavored Thai: from spicy curries to pad kee mao (drunken noodles with pork) to off-thewall cocktails designed by Bon Vivants, this new San Francisco eatery is sure to impress.

55 Cyril Magnin St, 415.362.7456, kinkhao.com

s $$$ s LD º

the Bay Bridge punctuate an unmistakably San Francisco setting. 1 Ferry Building, 415.399.1155, bouletteslarder.com

s $$$ s ∞ C BLD BR

BOXING ROOM Cajun

The Southern comfort of Louisiana, updated to fit the polished elegance of the city. Indulge in authentic Cajunstyle eats and fresh California seafood. 399 Grove St, 415.430.6590, boxingroom.com

s $$$ s LD BR º

BUN MEE Vietnamese

A fun and casual lunch spot that puts a flavorful twist on classic Vietnamese. Sit back in this playful space with a salad, bowl or sandwich and enjoy the stylish San Francisco vibes. 2015 Fillmore St, 415.800.7696, bunmee.com

b $$ s ∞ LD º

CAPO’S CHICAGO

Italian If you’re craving classic Chicago-style Italian and a venue to

Great food, beautiful view and lots of history — what else could you want? An awardwinning wine list? They have that too. Not only does Cliff House boast a popular Sunday champagne brunch, it also focuses on local, organic, sustainable ingredients and seafood on its everyday menu. 1090 Point Lobos, 415.386.3330, cliffhouse.com

s $$ s BLD

HAKKASAN Chinese

The rich-flavored slow-braised beef and the crispy duck salad are popular at this San Francisco destination. Private dining rooms are offered: the Jade Room complete with lazy Susan and the larger Dragon Room for cocktail parties or dinners. 1 Kearny St, 415.829.8148, hakkasan.com s $$$ C LD

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MICHAEL MINA

Japanese/French

Michael Mina has clearly mastered the fine line between award-winning art and Alaskan halibut. Each brilliantly crafted dish gives diners a delicate blend of flavors that add up to a distinctive, luxurious dining experience. 252 California St, 415.397.9222, michaelmina.net s $$$ LD

NAMU GAJI Asian/ California A clean and natural design in a streamlined setting, where housemade shiitake mushroom dumplings and succulent grilled beef tongue are among the many options to discover.

499 Dolores St, 415.431.6268, namusf.com s $$ s LD BR º

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SNAPSHOTS FROM SPECIAL EVENTS IN MARIN AND SAN FRANCISCO EDITED BY DANIEL JEWETT

• NEW TRAUMA CENTER Mark Zuckerberg, Ed Lee and others celebrated the completion of the San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center November 21.

• ICB WINTER STUDIOS The 47th annual artist open studios event featured art for sale and hand-cut butterflies highlighting a migration theme.

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Serving Marin for over 25 years with delicious Szechwan, Mandarin cuisine. Always fresh food and friendly service, nice decor, and easy parking.

Southern Marin,

The name Baan Thai (which means house, or home) is intended to suggest a sense of home cooking. Presenting a homestyle Thai cuisine to an appreciative Marin County community, we are now proud to offer gluten-free

The historic Cliff House offers awesome views from every angle and one of nature’s best shows every day. Dine in the casual Bistro Restaurant or the elegant Sutro’s at the Cliff House. Sunday Brunch in the Terrace Room is a Bay Area tradition with

Visit the Seafood Peddler for the freshest seafood Marin has to offer, shipped in daily from the east coast to West! Enjoy the view indoors or enjoy our beautiful flower lined patio. Come enjoy our daily Happy Hour (including weekends) from 4:00 to 7:00PM.

Seafood Peddler

303 Johnson Street

415.332.1492

Sausalito, CA seafoodpeddler.com

Serving Lunch, Dinner and Weekend Breakfast. RangeCafe Bar and Grill, located on the course at Peacock Gap Golf Club, offers a delicious array of dining options to satisfy the whole family. All items are freshly prepared and served in a relaxed and inviting environment.

RangeCafe Bar and Grill

333 Biscayne Drive

415.454.6450 San Rafael, CA rangecafe.net bar and grill

antique rail cars. Lunch trains leave at 11:30 am and return at 2:30 pm. Dinner trains leave at 6:30 pm and return at 9:30 pm.

Napa Valley Wine Train

1275 McKinstry Street

Perched on the Sausalito waterfront, the renowned Trident honors its original founding philosophy, showcasing quality organic and sustainablyprodued local fare. Whether seated indoors or on one of our two decks, spectacular bay views make dining here a feast for all the senses.

The Trident - Best Deck Dining

558 Bridgeway

415.331.3232 Sausalito, CA thetrident.net

A block away from the Rafael, Vin Antico is the spot for pre movie oysters, or small bites after the movie. Our chef’s counter is specifically designed for dinner and a show. San Rafael’s only Farm to Table restaurant. Open Lunch and dinner. Happy Hour Mon-Fri, full bar, private dining space.

Vin Antico

881 4th Street

415.721.0600 San Rafael, CA vinantico.com

Taj of Marin offers exquisite North and South Indian cuisine in a luxurious setting. The menu includes meat, seafood, vegetarian, glutenfree, and vegan options. We carry a wide selection of beer, fine wine, and traditional Indian drinks. Live music Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday evenings. Certificate for dinner only.

Taj of Marin

800.427.4124

Napa, CA winetrain.com

909 4th Street

415.459.9555 San Rafael, CA tajofmarin.com

The Napa Valley Wine Train is one of Napa’s most distinctive restaurants. Enjoy gourmet dining, exclusive Napa Valley winery tours, and special wine events all aboard beautifully restored

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Marin Home

FROM TOURS AND MAKEOVERS TO DECORATIVE DETAILS AND REALTOR INSIGHTS

FAMILY MEN

A smaller home offers great views and room to grow.

BY LAURA HILGERS

PHOTOS BY TIM PORTER

Stunning San Francisco views lie beyond the outdoor sitting area.

CHRISTOPHER HOOVER AND George Rosenfield had just become new parents and were renting a home in Tiburon when they decided to look for their “forever” house, a place where they could settle down and raise their family. Because Hoover is an interior designer and the couple has an eclectic style — picture a vintage Tahitian girl lamp next to a bold contemporary painting — they also needed something distinct to their style.

They logged more than a few Sundays at open homes, and when they saw this house before it went on the market in early 2015, they knew exactly how they felt. Hoover loved the vaulted ceilings and San Francisco views and asked their realtor, Patricia Oxman, to write an offer immediately. Rosenfield, a banker who had been out of town, saw it several days later and said no.

The problem? The house they were renting was 5,100 square feet. This one was 3,000. But Rosenfield came around, partly because the property was so singular: it had a level lot, loads of privacy and deep Tiburon roots. Built in 1957, the home had belonged to the Deffebachs, one of the original families who settled Reed Ranch in the 1800s. “George and Christopher wanted something they could make their mark on,” says Oxman. “But you can’t go out and search for unique. It just finds you.”

It helped that the house had large windows on both sides, lending it the illusion of space. And Hoover and Rosenfield quickly began making their mark. They hung their modern art collection, featuring artists like Brigitte McReynolds, on the walls. They placed Hoover’s personally designed furniture, including the living room’s mohair and silk club chairs, throughout the home. And they

covered the bedroom floors in bamboo carpeting that looks and feels like silk.

They also renovated the master bathroom into a tasteful area with feminine touches, hoping that the entire master suite will eventually be their daughters’ room. Circular iridescent glass tiles line the shower and equally delicate tiles sit over the soaking tub and sinks. They’d make any girl happy.

For now, though, the master bedroom is decidedly male, with a cowhide bench, martini-themed pillows, and a David Ward twig sculpture over the bed. Flanking the bed are walnut-and-stainlesssteel bedside tables that Hoover created himself.

The design elements of the home are interrupted occasionally by the sight of the couple’s two-year-old twin daughters’ pink plastic toys, mostly contained in a family room off the kitchen. It’s OK. In Hoover and Rosenfield’s house, family is part of the design. m

THE DETAILS

WHERE THEY PURCHASED The Upper Reed Ranch neighborhood of Tiburon

WHAT THEY PURCHASED A 1957 three-bedroom ranch-style home

LISTING AGENT Kathleen Clifford, Pacific Union International

SELLING AGENT Patricia Oxman, Decker Bullock Sotheby’s International Realty

STATS Price per square foot for homes in the neighborhood: $825–$1,125

Opposite page: The airy kitchen. This page, clockwise from top: The master bedroom; the Hoover-Rosenfield family; the kitchen stove; the dining area; the master bath; a favorite lamp.

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2015 Marin Sales Data from Bareis MLS by Marin offices.

Top Teams 2015

11 Monte Cimas Avenue, Mill Valley

406 Hilldale Way, Mill Valley

23 Vine Avenue, San Anselmo

7 Tamalpais Avenue, Belvedere

104 Southern Heights, San Rafael

620 Amaranth Blvd., Mill Valley

139 Rose Avenue, Mill Valley

8 Alexander Avenue, Larkspur

111 Rollingwood Drive, San Rafael

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Represented Seller

621 Blackstone Drive, San Rafael

46 Blossom Drive, San Rafael

42 Calypso Shores, Novato

110 Churchill Lane, Novato

3 Creekside Drive, San Rafael

3 Currey Avenue, Sausalito

40 Dutch Valley Lane, San Anselmo 1426 Elm Drive, Novato

6 Golden Iris Terrace, San Rafael

18 Jordan Avenue, San Anselmo

9 Kenrick Avenue, San Anselmo

47 La Crescenta Way, San Rafael

28 Lochness Lane, San Rafael

810 Marin Drive, Mill Valley

503 Palma Way, Mill Valley

326 San Francisco Boulevard, San Anselmo

10 San Miguel Court, Fairfax

136 Southern Heights , San Rafael

Represented Buyer

9 Alpine Road, Novato

1408 Cambridge Street, Novato

550 Cedarberry Lane, San Rafael

9 East Court, San Anselmo

235 Mcnear Drive, San Rafael

6 Rowe Ranch Drive, Novato

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Redesigned for a modern lifestyle. Reminiscent of a Santa Barbara estate, this light-filled Kentfi eld home graces a prime west-facing parcel in the coveted fl ats of Del Mesa. Salt water pool, sweeping level lawn, Mt. Tam views, and Ross Schools!

$1,995,000

Stunning remodel in iconic Gerstle Park. Includes an o ce and an attached two bedroom au pair unit. 5,429 sq. ft., 10,000 ± sq. ft. fl at corner lot. Gorgeous great room design with professional Viking kitchen.

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Enjoy stunning views of the Lagoon and Angel Island from every room of this newly remodeled mid-century home nestled on Belvedere Island. Located on a private cul-de-sac, yet within walking distance of the quaint downtown of Belvedere-Tiburon, this sophisticated four bedroom/four bath house is the perfect place to make your home. Expanded kitchen and family room open to a private patio giving this home great indoor-outdoor living. An easy commute to the 101 or ferry terminal and award-winning Tiburon Schools make 21 Oak Place complete.

A Once in a Lifetime Opportunity Point Reyes Station, Marin County CA | 701CstPointReyes.com

Offered for sale the last three remaining parcels of the historic Waldo Giacomini Ranch. The properties border downtown Point Reyes Station, the National Park, and the Giacomini Wetlands. Spectacular views of the wetlands, Black Mountain and the Inverness Ridge!

The Waldo Giacomini Ranch House — Built in 1950 this spacious one level four bedroom/two bath with an indoor pool and large entertainment area sits on a 1.35-acre level lot that borders the National Park on three sides. Enjoy beautiful views of the wetlands and the Inverness Ridge. Bike, hike the surrounding trails; enjoy a short walk to downtown Point Reyes Station with its well known restaurants, galleries and shops. Offered at $1,995,000

C St. Land— 3.55 level acres . Opportunity to build your dream home, offering scenic views of the wetlands, Inverness Ridge, Point Reyes Station, and Black Mountain. Offered for $ 1,500,000

6th St. Lot— .091-acre level lot at the corner of C St. and B St. Opportunity to build your dream home, offering scenic views of the wetlands, Inverness Ridge, Point Reyes Station, and Black Mountain. Offered at $850,000

Zoning for all properties C-R-A (Coastal Residential Ag.) B-2.

Bask in the sun and panoramic views from the home of best-selling author Dr. Gayle Delaney. This classic Mill Valley house with southern exposure and breathtaking SF views from every single room, thanks to its commanding position on the hill, adds daily surprises of stunning sunrise/sunset skies, mist rising from the redwoods below, glistening trees and rainbows. Close by Mt. Tam trails and only minutes to downtown Mill Valley. This private property, on over a half acre lot, o ers the possibility of expansion and a second unit with its own garage on Marsh Dr.

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Expansive 5BR/5.5BA top quality home including guest house. Experience the elegant blending of quality stone, wood, and professional landscaping on this street to street lot with 2 car garage and loads of parking. Sun-drenched patios, decks, and level lawn area allow for resort-style living and entertaining. It is located at the base of Mt.Tamalpais with direct access to trails and walking distance to MV’s downtown and quality schools. Impressive architectural details executed with high quality craftsmanship.

at $2,995,000

Lucas Valley View Home offered at $2,150,000

Spacious 3800±Sq.Ft. custom home on approximately .75 of an acre with serene views of the renowned rolling hills of Marin! 5BR/4BA with wood floors, high ceilings, 3 fireplaces, and a large chef’s kitchen. Master on main level with huge walk-in closet and a travertine bath with dual sinks, separate tub & shower. Backyard, backing to open land, features a view deck, patio, large flat lawn, stonework, a majestic oak, and land to develop much more. Excellent Dixie School District. 3-car garage. Deborah SolvaSon (415) 519-3555

Extremely private with bay views from this dramatic luxury home on over one-half fully landscaped acre. The light filled main living area offers an expansive great room with floor to ceiling windows to enhance your magnificent views. A formal dining room with bay views, a remodeled kitchen and a master suite with a large remodeled bath and astounding views. The main level is surrounded with decking, great for entertaining, maximizing your view. The lower level offers a bedroom with built-in custom shelving and an office with all amenities for work or peaceful study.

offered at $3,150,000

offered at $2,895,000 george De Salvo (415) 722-7851

Privately situated on 3/4± acre lot, this 4741± sq., 3BR/3.5BA home boasts an enormous great room with a top-of-the-line gourmet kitchen, formal dining area, generous family room with fireplace, wet bar, terrace, and forever views. Huge formal living room features fireplace, vaulted ceiling, and terrace. Master suite with two walkin closets, elegant bathroom with steam shower, and direct access to the private patio. Large media room with full bath could also be 4th bedroom. Elegantly landscaped patio with koi pond, spa, pizza oven, fireplace, built-in BBQ, and outdoor shower.

at $1,799,000

Exquisite Blithedale Canyon Home

Stunning Novato Home with Breathtaking Views!

Custom

A Sausalito Crown Jewel with Stunning Bay Views

Custom home sited on a 1.02± acre level lot in Oak Ridge Estates. Potential for a 2nd unit (buyer to verify) & a pool with spa (pre-wired). This Cape Cod style 4,231± sq.ft. home has 4BR/4BA, including a first floor Au Pair suite. A private office off the main entrance, a security system with cell phone transmittal & an intercom system. The chef’s kitchen is fabulous for entertaining. Built in surround sound, Lutron lighting, dual zone air conditioning and radiant heat are throughout. A 3-car garage. Just minutes to Stonetree Golf Course, HWY 101 & HWY 37.

offered at $1,642,000 Marlease McMicking (415) 533-5567

remodel with all new electrical & plumbing from the street & throughout home plus new sewer lateral. Brand new 50 year roof. High end stainless steel appliances, custom cabinets with under lighting, marble counters. Carrara marble bathrooms. Crown molding, LED lighting, Shaw carpet &

Step foot onto this enchanting property and be met with lush landscape situated around an expansive 5BR/3BA, 5319± square foot Pacheco Valle home. This spacious yet cozy home includes 2 large master suites, one of which is on the first floor, a grand family room with a built-in-bar perfect for entertaining. Additionally, this peaceful property includes a 2-story cottage, 1BR/2BA, living area and mini kitchen. offered at $1,575,000

This 4BR/2BA home provides great views of the Bay and Richardson Bridge. Newly remodeled kitchen has new cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and slab countertops. Beautiful backyard includes a deck for entertaining. Also includes tank-less water heater, recessed LED lighting throughout and brand new W/D, bamboo floors and new roof. Two-car off-street parking with electric vehicle charging station. You will love this like-new home that is close to downtown!

at $1,038,000

Estate Living at its Best in Novato!

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Novato’s Coveted Pacheco Valle

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This stunning five bedroom, four bath home has been renovated to reveal a lovely sun-filled showcase. Every room has been appointed with top-of-the-line amenities selected by acclaimed designer Robert Federighi, including Marvin windows, Carrara marble in kitchen and baths, gleaming hardwood floors, desirable “great room” floor plan, beautiful family room, and bonus space that includes office/play area/ hobby room. From the charming front porch to the thoughtful details throughout, this is a wonderful place to call home. Just blocks to fantastic schools, trails and downtown shops and restaurants.

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201 Center St., San Rafael*

411 Greenfield Ave, San Anselmo

207 Bayview St, San Rafael

520 San Geronimo Valley, San Geronimo

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301 Ricardo Rd, Mill Valley

20 Paseo Way, Greenbrae*

271 Trinidad Dr, Tiburon*

24 Flicker Dr, Novato*

4615 Paradise Dr,Tiburon

207 Bayview St, San Rafael

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540 Sequoia Dr, San Anselmo*

160 Seminary Dr, #3C, Mill Valley

322 Sylvia Way, #72, San Rafael

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DATED 1911

Muir Woods Inn

This establishment also served the “The Crookedest Railroad in the World.”

BY JIM WOOD

THE TAVERN OF Tamalpais was completed in early 1897 at the top of Mount Tam to serve the recently completed Mill Valley and Mount Tamalpais Scenic Railroad. The route soon became known as “The Crookedest Railroad in the World” because it traveled through 281 curves as it snaked its way 8.2 miles from downtown Mill Valley to the top of Mount Tamalpais. Then, according to Mount Tamalpais Scenic Railway (Arcadia Publishing, 2009) by Marin historian Fred Runner, “In 1904, the West Point Inn was built to support the railroad’s stagecoach line to Willow Camp (now known as Stinson Beach).” It still stands, appropriately, at the confluence of Old Railroad Grade Trail and Old Stage Road Trail. And Mount Tamalpais had a third inn — the Muir Woods Inn (pictured above) — that is not so frequently discussed. “In late 1905, William

and Elizabeth Kent bought Redwood Canyon solely to preserve the ancient trees,” writes Runner. The Kents then donated the canyon to the United States government, which eventually renamed the 554 acres Muir Woods National Monument. In 1907, in an effort to boost lagging ticket sales, the rail line was extended to the northern reaches of Muir Woods (at about where Camp Eastwood is now), and its name was changed to Mount Tamalpais and Muir Woods Railway. “The Muir Woods Inn opened on June 27, 1908,” says Runner, “echoing the rustic character of Old Faithful Lodge in Yellowstone.” The above photo shows the inn in 1911, when Edith Roosevelt, President Teddy Roosevelt’s second wife, visited Muir Woods as guest of the Kents. On June 12, 1913, the inn was destroyed by fire, and a month later an even larger fire threatened both the West Point Inn and the Tavern of Tamalpais. m