CVLUX APRIL 2022

APR

SPRING HOME TRENDS SUNDAY BRUNCH FAVORITES POSH PET FURNITURE

SHOP LOCAL

GARDEN DESTINATIONS

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SPLURGE WORTHY ITEMS

CALIFORNIA CASUAL DESIGN ELEMENTS

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At Sceptre & Sash, we know that luxury is in the details. As Central California’s premiere sustainable boutique experience, we find only the most luxurious pre-owned and vintage accessories, perfect for every occasion. We specialize in bridal and estate jewelry, certified loose diamonds, timepieces, handbags and accessories, all while offering a 100% lifetime authenticity guarantee, and a 14 day no-questions-asked return policy. We additionally offer a one year limited warranty on all timepieces, details of which are available in store. Experience all the brands we love as you peruse our collections of Rolex, Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Hermès, and so much more!

Financing is available subject to credit approval, and a 10-month layaway program complete our buying opportunities. We pride ourselves in working with each customer to create a unique look that will leave a lasting impression.

Sell to us. Visit us for a no-obligation offer on your luxury goods, with immediate payment.

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Stacee Reed Stacee Reed is the provider recruiter at UHC which serves 25 health center locations in communities throughout Fresno, Kings, and Tulare Counties. Stacee takes a hands-on approach to advanced practice provider recruitment overseeing professional candidates from phone screen to start date including physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, optometrists, psychiatrists, psychologists, dentists, and other specialty providers. Stacee connects exceptional providers with meaningful and rewarding employment opportunities that are expected to rapidly increase over the next few years. Stacee’s career began in 2006 with a rural Critical Access Hospital located in Central Oregon and previously managed recruitment and retention services for the Oregon Office of Rural Health. She is a frequently sought speaker for her strategic and innovative approach to recruitment and retention, having presented to state and national organizations.

Stacee’s operational experience and strong business relationships, coupled with her passion for quality patient care, provides a unique advantage in aligning effective recruitment initiatives with tomorrow’s vision of healthcare delivery. Stacee is a Certified Physician Recruitment Professional (CPRP) and Certified Physician Practice Manager (CPPM), a member of the National Rural Health Association and the Association for Advancing Physician and Provider Recruitment as well as a Board Member for 3RNET. Stacee has been awarded the 2019 3RNET National Recruitment Coordinator of the Year, the 2020 National Rural Health Day Community Star for Oregon and was featured in the First.Next.Forever recruitment publication.

Recruitment with United Health Centers of the San Joaquin Valley

Jose Ramos Jose Ramos, PHR, SHRM-CP is the Director of Recruitment and Development at UHC. Jose oversees recruitment services for future staffing needs at our 25 health centers and for administration, as well as, the continuous development of employees from orientation through their years of service. UHC currently has more than 1,000 employees and that number will rapidly increase with the addition of 10 new health centers over the next few years. Jose has a very impressive resume and experience while serving as a Human Resource Partner with eight years at Central Valley Community Bank. Jose brings HR expertise in areas of recruitment programs and strategies; performance and talent development; analytical and leadership skills, and has been the recipient of the ‘Circle of Elite’ Award several times as an employee who best represents organizational core values and mission goals. Jose has a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a major in Human Resource Management and is a current member of the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) and Past President of Fresno State SHRM. Jose enjoys many sports and claims the SF Giants and LV Raiders as his favorite teams. Jose is married with their first child due in April, and their favorite local restaurants are Dog House and Heirloom.

Love where you work! Consider joining the United Health Centers team.

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OUR PASSION

©2022 McCaffrey Homes

YOUR HOME

Building homes has been our passion for three generations. You’ll feel it the first time you step through the front door, and see it in every thoughtfully considered detail. And like all great passions, it carries on and grows— when a McCaffrey home becomes your home.

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twelve time-honored finishes Steel

Aged Bridle

Weathered Truss Aged Saddle

Dark Chestnut

Weathered Barn Berry

Lamp Black

Distinct furniture made by hand from solid wood so that each piece is unique in style and superior in quality.

Fawn

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Graphite

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When Zero is better than 10.

M O T I O N

Zero Gravity by SoCoziTM Achieves ideal weight distribution to help optimize blood circulation and reduce pressure on the neck, back, and legs. Available in hundreds of fabrics and leather colors.

255 W. El Paso, Fresno / Behind Bed Bath & Beyond / (559) 440-9600 / M-S: 10-7 / Sun: 11-6 / www.fashionfurnitureco.com

­—12— APR

Contents Home & Garden

In Every Issue 14 16 25 26

68

Publisher’s Perspective Welcome to the Issue Masthead Contributors

Social Affair 30 34

1st Annual CASA Chef Cook-Off

Benefiting CASA of Fresno and Madera Counties 2022 Luxury Awards

Time to celebrate.

Departments 40 42 48 50 58 62

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68 72

For the April Edition, CVLUX features its first interior design cover.

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INTERIORS EDITOR ERIN MELKONIAN INTERIOR STYLIST DANIELLE LION PHOTOGRAPHER ELLIE KOLEEN

Splurge Worthy

Four necessary luxuries to gift yourself.

Reigning Cats & Dogs

Pet furniture for people who don’t do pet furniture.

Ming Ming & Jacqueline Angouw

Advertorial

California Classic

Airy open spaces that’ll transport you to the Golden Coast.

Finding Eden

A Central Valley nursery guide worth exploring.

Brunch Basics

Three recipes perfectly suited for your Easter meal.

Spring Forward

Trending products to seasonally update your home.

Costars

Aries

The L a r g est Se l ec t i o n o f

American Made Furniture

For over 60 years, Fashion Furniture has featured the most beautiful home decorating ideas you’ve ever seen and now, you’ll find the largest selection of American made furniture in the Valley by Daniels Amish, England Furniture, Flexsteel, Omnia, Michael Nicholas, Trailway Amish dining room sets and many others.

There’s Nothing Like it in All of California.

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­—14— APR

Publisher’s Perspective Home & Garden

INTERIORS EDITOR ERIN MELKONIAN INTERIOR STYLIST DANIELLE LION PHOTOGRAPHER ELLIE KOLEEN

Coming Home

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very year we like to switch things up, and 2022 is no exception. This is the first time we are presenting two stand-alone Home & Garden issues (April and December) highlighting architecture and design. Over the past few years, we have collectively discovered how important our homes are. Many of us have invested in our dwellings to make them more adaptable to our ever-evolving lives.

In this issue, designer and Interiors Editor Erin Melkonian highlights the quintessential California aesthetic. The home’s comfortable décor lends itself for intimate entertaining while not seeming stuffy or overdone. Effortlessly elegant woodwork can be found throughout this charming residence, which will sweep you off your feet with its contemporary, clean lines and furnishings.

If you seek refuge in your garden, be sure to peruse all the Central Valley offerings in our local nursery guide. We have every type of planting covered—from perennial beds of bright colors and lush greens, to an assortment of annual roses and ornamental trees. A true feast for the senses!

Finally, who doesn’t love their pets? If your four-legged friend likes to live the LUX life as much as you do, then be sure to shop the pages of our must-have pampered pet furniture. We are sure you will find something that will make them chase their tail with excitement.

So please enjoy this most recent edition of CVLUX and remember, your home is what you make it.

Cheers,

David

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L U X U R Y · A W A R D S

2 0 2 1 · W I N N E R

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Dr. Namdarian is a member of the Frontier Institute where he now serves as clinical instructor to Dentists attending their cosmetic courses. Dr. Namdarian uses the latest in Cosmetic Dentistry Techniques and Technology, including Caries Detector, Intra-oral Cameras, Itero Digital Impression Scanner, and Full Digital X-Rays including Panorex and Cone Beam CT scanner. Dr. Namdarian achieved post-graduate certification from UCLA Dental School and he is a member of numerous professional organizations, such as Fresno Madera Dental society and: 7770 N Fresno St. #105 Fresno, CA 93720

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Welcome to the Issue Home & Garden

The Homebody The essence of California classic can be seen in our first ever interior design cover (page 50). Start thinking about what you’re wearing to the 2022 Luxury Awards (page 34). Social Affair covers the 1st Annual CASA Chef Cook-Off (page 30). Brunch is taken up a notch with just a handful of easy yet impactful recipes (page 62). Meet a mother-daughter real estate team that’ll answer all your homebuying questions (page 48).

Create your own Eden with the help of a Central Valley nursery guide (page 58). Pet furniture cheat sheets take the legwork out of finding inconspicuous fur baby furnishings (page 42). Take trend notes on how to update your home for warmer weather from the inside out (page 68). Indulge in four little luxuries that are worth the splurge (page 40). Aries initiates the start of a new zodiac calendar, so find out what’s in store with this spring launching point (page 72).

Stop to Smell the Roses

Spring is in the air and our steps. Though our lives may still be as crazy as usual, these past couple years have certainly taught us the importance of being present in spite of the chaos. So as this season blossoms, consciously inhale, consume, and observe the beauty that surrounds us all.

r a i s e y ou r e x pe c t a t i on s …

­—25— APR

DAVID MANNING Publisher, Owner

EDITORIAL Editorial Director LAUREN BARISIC Interiors Editor ERIN MELKONIAN Interior Stylist DANIELLE LION Health & Fitness Editor DINA JUVE Features Editor ELISABETH ROSS Astrologer SHARI SCHOPP ART Design Director PHENG MOUA Social Media Director SYDNEE STOTTLEMYRE BURKE Contributing Photographers DON DIZON, ANDREW CARDILLO, VIOLETA GONZALEZ ANDREW HUNTER, ELLIE KOLEEN, SCOTT MILLER, AKLOR DESIGNS STUDIO MID VALLEY TREES and WILLOW GARDENS NURSERY BUSINESS Regional Marketing Director CAROL DEFENDIS Sales Executive EMMA TOSTE Accounting Director DEE ANN LINKER Legal Counsel GONTORWON BORH Please submit all advertising inquires to information@cvlux.com.

Letters To The Editor: We want to hear from you. Please submit letters to: CVLUX, 7797 N. First St. #172, Fresno CA, 93720 or e-mail to information@cvlux.com. Letters must be signed and deemed appropriate for our readership to be considered for publishing. Letters are subject to editing and may be cut for length.

Story Queries: Are you a writer? Please send story queries to lauren@cvlux.com. Please allow six to eight weeks for a response. CVLUX is not responsible for unsolicited material.

CVLUX is published eight times a year by Modern Living Publishing LLC, 7797 N. First St. #172, Fresno CA, 93720. Copyright 2014 by Modern Living Publishing LLC. All rights reserved. Every effort has been made to ensure the information within this publication is complete and accurate at the time of publication. CVLUX does not warrant such accuracy or the claims of its advertisers. All materials, articles, reports, original artwork, and photos published in this magazine are the property of Modern Living Publishing LLC and cannot be used or reproduced without permission in writing. Modern Living Publishing LLC is not responsible for the opinions expressed within the publication. Prices quoted in advertisements are subject to change without notice.

­—26— APR

Contributors Home & Garden

Ellie Koleen

Erin Melkonian

Ellie is a lifestyle, wedding, and brand photographer based in Fresno, California. An artist behind the lens, her trademark airy, light-filled style and masterful camera angles make her work easily recognizable. She uses her love for all things design related as inspiration for her work, and you can find her traveling any opportunity she gets to capture stories for her clients. Over the last four years, The Fresno Bee has named Ellie Best Photographer for the People’s Choice Awards.

Erin runs a collaborative design firm, EMID Design Group, specializing in healthcare, hospitality, and residential interior design, in Fresno, California. Seeing the world through an artistic lens has allowed Erin to experiment in a number of different styles.

Everything she does with a space is deliberate. Every piece has a purpose and has been thought about (from color, to position, to scale) in order to create the most unique and personal spaces for her clients.

Photographer

Interiors Editor

FREE Home Purchase Qualifier

Lisa leads the LINC Team out of the new Cardinal Financial Sanger Office.

She fell in love with business at a very young age. After earning her degree in Business Management from Fresno State’s Craig School of Business, she got started in the Mortgage industry in 2016. Since then, Lisa was voted BEST MORTGAGE LENDER by CVLUX Magazine in 2021 and is currently this year’s 2022 nominee!

Lisa’s passion and mission of building long lasting relationships is what drives her to take pride in being a valuable resource to her clients and business partners.

LISA FLORES NMLS # 1536224 Sales Manager | Loan Originator 559.419.0727 lincteam@cardinalfinancial.com www.lincteam.com

­—28— APR

Contributors Home & Garden

Dina Juve

Health & Fitness Editor

Dina has been in health and fitness for over twenty years. Her health and wellness brand and methods utilize a mind, body, and soul approach to physical health, allowing her to help her clients create the bodies and lives they desire. Though based in California’s Central Valley, she is globally known as a fitness guru, transformation expert, weight loss specialist, and meditation teacher, and she has also worked with dozens of high-profile clients and celebrities across the world.

Don Dizon

Sydnee Stottlemyre Burke

Don is a portrait and still-life photographer based on Fresno, California. He was a nursing major from Fresno City College, and while waiting to get in the nursing program, he continued to take photography classes. There he fell completely in love with photography. Capturing the right moment only takes one shot. But it is much more than that! You need to have the right lighting, angle, and expression to get the perfect photograph. Over the years, Don has mastered the art of capturing the moment.

Sydnee, a Midwestern transplant who settled in the Central Valley, started her media journey as a multimedia reporter in Mid-Missouri. Since then, she has gained agency and in-house experience leading social media and influencer campaigns for national brands. In 2021, Sydnee launched Sydnee Burke Solutions, where she enjoys using her expertise to craft social media strategies and content for local brands hoping to grow their online presence.

Photographer

Social Media Director

A 5 0 -Y E A R H I S T O R Y O F

Quality & Craftsmanship Over 50 years ago, Gary McDonald poured the foundation on his very first home… and since then, Gary McDonald Homes has participated in the development and building of over 8,000 lots and houses, created safe communities in the best locations for Valley families, and became known for building the finest quality homes in Central California.

OUR MOST ANTICIPATED NEW COMMUNITY AT COPPER RIVER RANCH NOW SELLING.

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­—30— APR

SOCIAL affair

1st Annual CASA Chef Cook-Off

1ST ANNUAL CASA CHEF COOK-OFF Benefiting CASA of Fresno and Madera Counties The 1st Annual CASA Chef Cook-Off was held at Chukchansi Park on Friday, February 25th. The event generated over $20,000 and had over 400 people in attendance. All proceeds went to benefit CASA of Fresno and Madera Counties. Executive chef sponsors included JD Food and CRŪ Winery, music was provided by The Carlos Montano Band, and Fabiola Ramirez and Eddie Wutangsy served as emcees for the night.

Guests sampled and voted Chef Soupy from Club One Casino as the 2022 CASA Chef Cook-Off Winner. For more information about CASA of Fresno and Madera Counties, please visit www.casafresnomadera.org.

­—32— APR

SOCIAL affair

1st Annual CASA Chef Cook-Off

Representing Fresno's Finest Homes Joe Sciarrone / LIC.# 01509897 Fresno: 559.269.9413 / Central Coast: 805.709.0906 joesciarrone.com

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e thank you for your patience as we prepare for the most luxurious night of the year! While the venue has been updated recently, one thing remains constant: our commitment to celebrating the outstanding businesses and philanthropies that make the Central Valley such an incredible place to live.

Trust us when we say it’ll be a night to don those diamonds, put on a tux, and flex your fabulous fashion muscles—we absolutely can’t wait to see each of you in all your semi-formal glory!

WHEN + WHERE Friday, May 13th, 2022 6:00 P.M. to Midnight The Grand 1401 1401 Fulton Street Fresno, California 93721

LUX award

Nominees

HOSPITAL

COMMUNITY MEDICAL CENTERS KAISER PERMANENTE KAWEAH HEALTH MEDICAL CENTER SAINT AGNES MEDICAL CENTER VALLEY CHILDREN’S HEALTHCARE

COSMETIC/PLASTIC SURGEON HEDIEH ARBABZADEH, MD Women’s Plastic Surgery MAZIAR BIDAR, MD Eye Medical Center of Fresno MARK CHIN, MD, MPH Valley Institute of Plastic Surgery JAMES KNOETGEN, MD Beautologie Cosmetic Surgery & Medical Aesthetics KAYE RIOLO, MD Riolo Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

COSMETIC DENTIST

MICHELLE ASSELIN, DDS, FAGD, FACD, FICD Fresno Dental Professionals ARTASHES AVAKIAN, DDS Professional Dental Care HUGO CORONADO, DDS Cosmetic Dentistry, Implants & Orthodontics J. ART MIRELEZ, JR., DDS, FICOI, FAGD Mirelez Wellness Dental SAM NAMDARIAN, DMD Fresno Smile Makeovers

MEDICAL SPA

ASPIRE MEDISPA AWAKEN AESTHETICS & ANTI-AGING BODY DEL SOL AESTHETICS ESTEEM MED SPA KISS ME MED SPA

SALON + SPA

ADRINA MARTINS SALON INTRINSIC LA PEAU SPA PREEN A BOUTIQUE SALON RE:TREAT COLOR + HAIR DESIGN STUDIO

DEALERSHIP

BMW FRESNO FRESNO ACURA HARON JAGUAR, LAND ROVER & VOLVO MERCEDES-BENZ OF FRESNO MICHAEL CADILLAC

SHOPPING CENTER FIG GARDEN VILLAGE MARKETPLACE AT EL PASEO PARK CROSSING RIVER PARK VILLAGGIO

JEWELER

DERMATOLOGIST KATHLEEN L. BEHR, MD Behr Laser & Skin Care Center JANE F. KARDASHIAN, MD Golden State Dermatology MARKÉTA LÍMOVÁ, MD Intelligent Skincare CARLOS PAZ, MD Paz Dermatology LESLIE STOREY, MD Valley Skin Institute

GIANNI FINE JEWELERS ORLOFF JEWELERS ROGERS JEWELRY CO. SCEPTRE & SASH AUTHENTIC LUXURY THE VAULT FINE JEWELERS

BOUTIQUE

THE FOUNDRY IN SEASON A LIFESTYLE BOUTIQUE OOH LA LA REVIVAL 23 SCEPTRE & SASH AUTHENTIC LUXURY

FINE GIFTS + DÉCOR HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE JUDE’S RSVP STYLE VERDALEE VONDA’S

HOME FURNISHINGS

AMMONS DESIGN & HOME DÉCOR BRICK & MORTAR FASHION FURNITURE HEMISPHERE HOME POTTERY BARN

COMMUNITY

CLOVIS COPPER RIVER RANCH OLD FIG GARDEN RIVERSTONE DEVELOPMENT TESORO VIEJO

BUILDER

BONADELLE NEIGHBORHOODS DE YOUNG PROPERTIES GRANVILLE HOMES McCAFFREY HOMES WATHEN CASTANOS HOMES

LUX award

Nominees

CONTRACTOR/ REMODELING SPECIALIST

DODSON BUILDERS CONSTRUCTION INC. ICON CONSTRUCTION & DESIGN J & J QUALITY CONSTRUCTION INC. NELSON-DYE REMODELING SPECIALISTS RFMC CONSTRUCTION, INC.

MORTGAGE LENDER

MICHELLE BRUNN Peerless Lending ELIAS DELGADO Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation LISA FLORES Cardinal Financial Company MICHELLE GLASS Sierra Pacific Mortgage TOBY PETRUCELLI The Toby Team at Premier Mortgage Resources LLC

CASINO

CHUKCHANSI GOLD RESORT & CASINO CLUB ONE CASINO MONO WIND CASINO TABLE MOUNTAIN CASINO TACHI PALACE CASINO RESORT

BAR

ELBOW ROOM BAR & GRILL FIVE MANHATTAN STEAKHOUSE & BAR MODERNIST CRAFT COCKTAIL BAR QUAIL STATE

REALTOR

IVETTE CHAVEZ Western Pioneer Properties VICTORIA SHERLOCK Sherlock Homes Real Estate Group LAURA MATHER The Mather Method at London Properties SEAN & CHELSEA SOARES The Soares Team at Iron Key Real Estate PAUL TATARIAN The Apex Group

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DINING

13 PRIME STEAK THE ANNEX KITCHEN THE LIME LITE MAX’S BISTRO & BAR PARMA

HIDDEN GEM

ANNESSO PIZZERIA ELDERWOOD MOCHUELO OGGI COSI SI MANGIA TRELIO FOOD & WINE

u o Y k n a h T s r o s n o p S

LUX award

Sponsors

­—40— APR

LUX looks Lifestyle Trends

Ninja™ CREAMi® 7-in-1 Ice Cream Maker in Rose Gold $229.99 from www.ninjakitchen.com

This nifty kitchen device creates ice creams, sorbets, milkshakes, and more at the touch of a button. Its unique technology uniformly breaks down frozen blocks into an incredibly smooth, creamy texture in mere minutes. Simply prep the base, freeze it overnight, then process. An added bonus? The coordinating containers, lids, and paddle are top-rack dishwasher safe.

Vanity Planet Aira Ionic Facial Steamer in Beige $125.00 from www.vanityplanet.com

Creating a spa experience in your own bathroom is easy with this facial steamer. Nano-sized water molecules coupled with an ion generator instantly hydrates and softens skin’s surface just like a professional’s touch. Using steam to detoxify and cleanse pores of impurities allows skin to be more receptive of skincare products and treatments, making their effects exceptionally potent.

SPLURGE WORTHY Editorial Director Lauren Barisic

What constitutes a splurge? Indulgent yet undeniably useful, this is round-up of items you might think twice about purchasing but will wonder how you ever lived without after trying.

Avocado Organic Luxury Plush Pillow $199.00 to $229.00 from www.avocadogreenmattress.com

Beauty sleep is amplified with this sustainable, supportive, and luxurious pillow.

Its three-chamber design features a latex core surrounded by a top and bottom layer of wool silk mohair that contours while being breathable, temperature-regulating, and moisture-wicking. It provides tension-relieving support for your head, neck, and shoulders.

Ember Mug² Metallic Collection in Copper Edition 10 oz. $129.95 from www.ember.com

Coffee will always be at the perfect drinking temperature in this smart mug. Preferred heat is maintained for up to an hour and a half thanks to the mug’s built-in battery or all day long if kept on the included charging station, ensuring that your first sip will be as hot as the last drop. When it comes time to clean, simply hand wash, as it is submersible in up to one meter of water.

Michelle Glass

Retail Branch Manager NMLS# 307279 1080 W. Shaw Ave., Suite #101 Fresno, CA 93711 o - 559.490.0470 c - 559.779.8057 f - 866.236.0581 michelle.glass@spmc.com w - lo.sierrapacificmortgage.com/Michelle-Glass

A successful mortgage starts with a personal touch.

Your goals are my goals and I’ll always make you a priority.

©2022 Sierra Pacific Mortgage Company, Inc., NMLS # 1788 Equal Housing Lender. 1180 Iron Point Road, Suite 200, Folsom, CA 95630 (Tel. 800-447-3386); www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org Equal Housing Lender; Licensed by The Department of Financial Protection and Innovation under the California Residential Mortgage Lending Act # 417-0015.

LUX looks Pet Furniture Trends

Reigning

Cats & Dogs

Editorial Director Lauren Barisic

If you are a doting pet parent, chances are your four-legged children rule the kingdom that is your home. And yet, no matter if you’re a dog person, a cat lover, or just say no to animals, “pet furniture” is kind of a trigger term across the board. Now, before you raise an eyebrow and flip this page, take pause. Here lies a round-up of pet furniture for people who don’t do pet furniture. Since you’re reading this magazine, your critter(s) surely lives a pretty sweet existence already, but these fur baby furnishings will definitely take their best life, and your interior décor, up a notch.

 W. S A., F, CA | .. | ..

Cats

LUX looks Pet Furniture Trends

­—44— APR

tuft + paw Sprout Cat Tower in Ash + Mist Gray $699.00 from www.tuftandpaw.com

Give your clawed creature an alternative to your sofa with this scratching post disguised as an end table.

tuft + paw Stellar Cat Bed $299.00 from www.tuftandpaw.com

Cradle your kitty in an otherworldly bed designed with comfort, security, and vantage in mind.

Bundle & Bliss Secret Litter Box in Soft Grey $99.95 from www.amazon.com

This is a houseplant you won’t mind your feline getting into. Enable them to do their business inconspicuously.

Pet Interiors Cat Bed Cosmo $680.00 to $812.00 from www.pet-interiors.com

Your house panther could observe their domain from an elevated pillow island.

Just saying!

tuft + paw Grove Cat Tower in White Ash $599.00 to $749.00 from www.tuftandpaw.com

The slated design of this cat perch, which comes in two heights, will seamlessly harmonize with existing décor. Cushions on top and inside the structure give cats seating options.

Pet Interiors Cat Bed Rondo Stand Leather/Faux Leather $658.00 to $834.00 from www.pet-interiors.com Choose between faux or real leather when customizing this enclosed cat tree with midcentury flair.

Teamson Pets Dyad Litter Box Enclosure in Mocha Walnut $139.99 from www.wayfair.com

Give your furry friends some privacy while adding tabletop space with an enclosed, contemporary litter box.

LUIS ROSALES NMLS ID# 02015518 6442 North Maroa Avenue lrosales@londonproperties.com 559.708.7559 @luisrosales___

Fresno, CA 93704

Dogs

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LUX looks Pet Furniture Trends

APR

CB2 Keep ‘Em Out/In Decorative Divider Clear $299.00 from www.cb2.com

Behold, the chicest canine divider out there. Simply slide the shiny metallic feet to the opening width of your off-limits space.

Casual Home Freestanding Brown Wood Pet Gate $658.00 to $834.00 from www.pet-interiors.com

Aesthetic meets function with freestanding form. Adjust this folding gate to create an enclosure or use it to block off pooch-prohibited areas.

Eastern Accents Dog Sofa $808.00 from www.perigold.com

Curved arms and ball feet on this mini chair make for an inconspicuous yet sophisticated silhouette, and it comes in four fabric options.

Fable Crate $395.00 to $595.00 from www.fablepets.com

A pet crate and side table in one. Just pick between a white or acrylic gate front.

Tucker Murphy Pet Wolfeboro Upholstered Dog Sofa in Navy Blue $233.76 from www.wayfair.com It looks like a footstool, but it acts like a throne—a throne for a small dog, that is.

Innova Luxury Casablanca Dog Bed $2,000.00 from www.neimanmarcus.com

Archie & Oscar Lowman Pet Crate $889.00 from www.wayfair.com

You’ll do a double take here. An ingenuous alternative to traditional metal enclosures, this credenza-meets-crate is as functional as it is stylish.

Your pup could get its beauty sleep in a bed that might very well be more beautiful than the one you get your 8-hours in.

Specializing in Fine Art Maternity, Newborn, Motherhood, Beauty & Boudoir.

Style Blends Bold & Timeless Fine Art Portraits.

Tracy Arredondo | 559.916.7014

@tracyarredondostudios | tracyarredondo.com

Jacqueline and Ming Ming Angouw of Guarantee Real Estate.

GUARANTEE REAL ESTATE MING MING & JACQUELINE ANGOUW, REALTORS We are so blessed to have a supportive family. Both of us graduated from California State University, Fresno with bachelor’s degrees in Interior Design (Ming Ming) and Public Relations (Jacqueline). Our work ethic and extensive experience in project management, new home building, and strategic communication will be your greatest asset in selling and/or buying your properties. We remain true to our professional goal of providing honest advice with genuine love of the process and great sense of humor.

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“Dream big, plan well, work hard, smile always and good things will happen.”

– Sally Huss MING MING

JACQUELINE

MY MOTTO “Your Realtor for Life.” I am passionate about helping my clients to fulfill their real estate goals. When you are about to engage in a real estate transaction, contact me for personal service that you can trust. My commitment is to build a long-term relationship as your realtor for life.

THREE WORDS THAT DESCRIBE ME Ambitious. Attentive. Persevering.

MY PASSION I love to scrapbook and travel around the world. When I am not at work, I spend time with my beloved family. In the summer, I enjoy working on my annual school supplies drive—I collect backpacks and school supplies for a deserving class in the Fresno/Clovis area.

WHAT SETS ME APART I take the time to listen to what my clients want and need. I help them to make an informed decision by walking them through every step of the home buying/selling process. I truly care about my clients and make sure that they get what is really best for them.

MY PASSION I am passionate about helping others in achieving their goals; being a support system, knowledgeable resource, and helpful hand along the way.

WHO MENTORED ME IN MY CAREER The best part about being in real estate is being able to work and learn oneon-one from my mom, Ming Ming Angouw. Having grown up around the business, I am able to learn and become familiar with the environment while being mentored by one of the best professionals I know in the field.

THREE WORDS THAT DESCRIBE ME Caring. Honest. Knowledgeable.

ADVICE FOR BUYING AND SELLING For home-buying: Determine your preferred location, needs, and wants, and budget by getting a loan pre-approval from a reputable lender. For homeselling: Be aware of the comps in the market and set a realistic price. Before your house hits the market, declutter, deep clean, stage, and repair it as needed.

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ORNIA Classic Interiors Editor Erin Melkonian Interior Stylist Danielle Lion Photographer Ellie Koleen

This was a special project for me. My younger brother enlisted my support to help him find his dream home. One of the houses we came across was a large, Mediterranean-style dwelling. Though sizable and undeniably elaborate, it was quite dated. I recall the feeling of being sucked into a dark cavernous abyss as I entered through the overgenerous front doors.

The architectural moldings were stacked layer upon layer. The natural stone floor radiated a bright burnt orange hue. I squinted.

Faux-finished walls and gold leaf detailing was an extra dose of ocular insult.

Despite all the noisy components, the flow was elegant. The dining room, partially visible from the front door, lay adjacent to a whimsical spiral staircase. The kitchen danced into the living room and twirled into an oversized bonus room, where a bar for entertaining was on full display. I could see the ceilings were high.

A cigar lounge, movie theater, and plenty of bedrooms were all included in this grand home.

Yet, I still had an overwhelming sensation of being squished in between four walls. I closed my eyes and, instead of seeing the home, I felt the space. With every inhalation I sucked in the old, then breathed out the new. I saw it!

A classic California home with an effortless vibe. I visualized expansive rooms with cozy furniture and lots of natural light. With a smile on my face and excitement in my eyes, I turned to my brother and said, “This is a no-brainer.

Buy it!”

Within one month, we began our transformation. The heavy texture on the walls, doors, and trim had to be sanded to a smooth finish before we could paint. This process took almost an entire month. During this phase, I would bring color swatches to the house, all different shades of white. As the day progressed, I would observe how each swatch interacted with the rooms. Normally, I have two to three whites I rotate between, but for this project, the entire essence of the renovation hinged on this paint color. I had one opportunity to get it right, and I wasn’t leaving it up to chance. The final selection was Cool December by Dunn-Edwards Paints. Walls, doors, and trim all received the same treatment.

With paint alone, the house began to morph.

Excessive trim became elegant architectural accents, and newly sterile walls tempted light to bounce around.

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ven with a newfound openness, the kitchen’s sizable footprint had some challenges. The solitary island was enormous. I had trouble reaching its center.

There was an illusion of a large gaping hole. It was an immense visual block.

Black counter tops severely contrasted with caramel cabinets. To zoom this kitchen into focus, I created an interplay of dark and light.

Not wanting an absolute contrast of black and white, Hague Blue by Farrow and Ball was chosen as the shade to balance the murky counter tops and define the dimensions of this space.

Newly installed kitchen pendants float down and anchor dominantly over the kitchen island, and a black brick backsplash adds a hint of masculinity. Removing shutters from the

breakfast nook revealed breathtaking picture windows and a beautiful backyard view. Simple furniture and luxurious textures keep the space open and airy. A delicate chandelier casually tops off the look. While my brother is not a Michelin Star chef, he does love to entertain.

When it came to styling the glass front cabinets, I casually displayed rustic dough bowls, French glazed pottery, and a variety of wood cutting boards to ensure he had all the necessary party accoutrements.

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espite the home’s outstanding bones, there was one space that seemed entirely improvised.

The living room with its relatively minor size and awkward orientation kept me up for nights. The entire length of the room was covered in glass, which let in too much harsh sunlight. The remaining walls weren’t really walls at all. They were large openings leading to other massive rooms. The living room looked like a pass-through or vestibule, where one room stopped and another one began. I thought about the possible ways to lay out the furniture.

A symmetrical arrangement seemed too formal.

Multiple smaller pieces seemed too minimal.

What about the TV? Where would that go?

I came up with a plan to cover up some of the windows, which allowed me to create a backdrop for the television and add a fireplace.

To distract from the room’s small size, I pulled the furniture away from the walls. A slouchy, traditional sectional pairs seamlessly with a voluminous drum cocktail table in burnt brass.

Adding to the room’s eclectic feel, a custom abstract piece of art, by a local artist, and vintage record player lightly decorate the space.

And, of course, the cherry on top is the large quirky chandelier. It’s pivoting shades allow light to flow in all directions. The ornate ceiling medallion is an unexpected twist that plays well with the rest of the space.

My favorite room in every house is the formal dining room. I love taking a glimpse into the way people entertain. Maybe it’s the Armenian in me, but dining rooms reveal so much about a person’s preference concerning a whole bunch of things. For my brother, I wished to juxtapose farm-to-table sensibility with stylish modernism. The dining room table of reclaimed Douglas fir centers on an elaborate Rococo fireplace. Modern art is loud against a stark backdrop, while the minimalist light fixture provides necessary light without overwhelming the space. To round out the room, low-back dining chairs, upholstered in a burnt amber chenille, artfully dress up the space.

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dditional highlights of the transformation are the moody cigar lounge, peaceful master suite, and grand bonus room.

The cigar lounge, situated off the entry, was outfitted with an innovative exhaust system that is concealed and silent. Dark wood paneling from the previous homeowner remains untouched, and generous lounge chairs fill the space. The framed piece of contemporary art is actually a TV in disguise. The master suite was designed with the goal of promoting a sense of openness and rejuvenation. A plush bed rests solely with simple iron side tables. Stepping down into a cozy lounge, casual accent chairs and an antique wagon wheel stool keep the space austere.

Without a doubt, this home can best be described as a diamond in the rough. The transformation from heavy and dated to calm and stylish is unquestionable. But most importantly, it fits the lifestyle and sensibility of its inhabitants: a young man, with a bright future, who is set to take on the world.

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LUX locale Nursery Guide

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Eden Editorial Director Lauren Barisic Photographers Andrew Cardillo, Violeta Gonzalez, Andrew Hunter, Scott Miller, Pheng Moua, Mid Valley Trees & Willow Gardens Nursery

Fernwood Gardens www.fernwoodgardens.net

Nursery components and customer relationships have been growing at Fernwood Gardens since 2003. From plants and trees to antiques and things, they truly have something for just about everyone. Their Fernwood Specialists know how to cater to those who know exactly what they want as well as those seeking input and advice, making the landscape consultation process easy for all.

Think lawn renovation, landscape lighting, flowerscaping, natural stone walls, lawn maintenance, seasonal clean-ups, trimming services, and tree and shrub care. They even have a learning library online. Additional services offered include garden and tree care, lawn removal, and even rubbish removal, all in the spirit of helping you improve your garden’s appearance.

“We must cultivate our own garden. When man was put in the garden of Eden he was put there so that he should work, which proves that man was not born to rest.”

—Voltaire Contrary to the current tide of instant gratification, gardening is one such hobby that doesn’t yield immediate results. Within that need for time and diligence blooms a living vision that brings immense joy not just to the gardener but also to those who view the fruits of his labor. Mankind has had an affinity for wrangling nature since ancient times, and Voltaire understood that inherent need to till the earth. Planting your own plot of dirt shan’t be the work of professional landscapers alone! Whether you’re an amateur gardener or weekend yard enthusiast, cultivating your own little Eden is more accessible than you might think. Here are some of the Central Valley’s most popular nurseries—they are ready and waiting to meet your yard’s every growing need and desire.

Location 12090 Fernwood Drive Madera, CA 93636 Hours Tues. thru Sun. 8AM to 5PM Closed Mondays Phone 559.645.7677 Follow @fernwoodgardensmadera @fernwoodgardens

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Willow Gardens Nursery www.willowgardensclovis.com

“Your one stop shop for all things landscaping and gardening” is Willow Gardens Nursery. Family-owned since 1971, they still aim to provide excellent customer service while promoting a healthy awareness of and interest in the plants that surround us. Anything your green thumb requires can be found here. The nursery is the Central Valley’s leading supplier of mature and boxed trees, and they also offer a large selection of drought-tolerant plants. Statuary, pots, fountains, and home furnishings are at hand here, and planting services and bulk material are also available. In need of mulch and soil or rock and decomposed granite? Willow Gardens has many options to choose from. Their boutique store stocks many décor items and home gifts as well.

Evergreen Garden Center www.evergreenclovis.com

If you dig gardening, check out Evergreen Garden Center. For more than 30 years, they’ve been specializing in roses, perennials, and gifts. A full-service nursery, trees, shrubs, and bedding plants have been the primary focus since its inception, yet they’ve also grown with modern gardening trends. Today, Evergreen has built a reputation as a destination spot for succulents, houseplants, and an unbelievable assortment of pottery. In addition to housing one of the Central Valley’s largest selection of roses, you’ll find vegetables, chemicals, soil amendments, organic fertilizers, a unique gardener’s gift shop, and a crew of friendly nursery dogs and cats. Sign up for their newsletter to get seasonal planting tips, inventory updates, and exclusive offers.

Location 210 West Alluvial Avenue Clovis, CA 93611

Location 10428 North Willow Avenue Clovis, CA 93619

Hours Mon. thru Sat. 9AM to 5:30PM Sun. 9AM to 5PM

Hours Mon. thru Sat. 8AM to 4:30PM Sun. 10AM to 5PM

Phone 559.299.3107

Phone 559.299.5402

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LUX locale Nursury Guide

Belmont Nursery www.belmontnursery.com

Belmont Nursery’s 10 acres of options will be your “Go-To Place for Plants” and inspire the gardener in you. Since the early 1940s, they’ve specialized in wholesale growing and landscape distribution, which caters to landscape professionals, retail garden centers, and homeowners. They carry trees, shrubs, and perennials, as well as tropical, house, and edible plants, plus garden, seasonal, and holiday décor, and more. Check them out for hard-to-find species and note that they carry David Austin roses and many oak varieties. In addition to growing plants, they’re all about sharing knowledge. Consider them your garden coaches, as Belmont provides consultation services for professionals and enthusiasts alike. The nursery also does plant rentals.

Gazebo Gardens www.gazebogardens1922.com

This year marks Fresno’s original nursery’s centennial birthday.

Gazebo Gardens nursery and gift shop has been a local landmark since 1922 and continues to adapt with modern times. Here you will find a vast assortment of roses, expert advice, robust plants, tons of tools and supplies, and diverse garden art. “Gazebo Gardens Expert Landscape Care professionals and our fleet of service vehicles” can be seen around town maintaining shopping center planters, yet there’s much more to their mantra. Gazebo is a lifestyle nursery.

Thursday through Saturday, its Beer Garden stays open late with live music and food trucks. Swing by Café Van Ness for an on-site coffee in the mornings and visit the adjacent boutique for beautiful home gifts and décor.

Location 3204 North Van Ness Boulevard Fresno, CA 93704

Location 7730 East Belmont Avenue Fresno, CA 93737

Hours Sun. 10AM to 4PM / Mon. thru Wed. 8:30AM to 5:30PM Thur. thru Sat. 8:30AM to 9PM

Hours Sun. 10AM to 4PM / Mon. thru Sat. 8:30AM to 5PM Closed Thursdays

Phone 559.222.7673

Phone 559.255.6645

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Mid Valley Trees www.midvalleytrees.com

Mid Valley Trees has been meeting your flora needs with superior landscape trees, perennial shrubs, and soil amendments for home gardeners and landscape professionals alike since 1989. An industry leader with a reputation for producing top quality plants, the nursery offers expert personalized service concerning everything from plant selection and soil amendment recommendations to custom delivery options. Many specialty, hard-to-find types, and popular favorites are found at Mid Valley Trees, who’s always experimenting with stronger hybrids and new cultivars that are disease resistant, making them trees you can rely on. Their container-grown tree varieties include evergreens, ornamentals, palms, and trees for shade, amongst others.

Luis’ Nursery www.luisnursery.com

“Top quality plants, trees, and landscaping products at unbeatable prices” can be found at Luis’ Nursery, whose top priority has been providing excellent customer services for more than three decades.

This is where homeowners and landscapers come together to enhance residential and commercial landscaping projects. Here you will find annuals, perennials, trees, shrubs, palms, bedding and ground covers, houseplants, succulents, vegetables, fruit trees, decorative garden items, pottery, fountains, topsoil, bark, humus, mulch, rock, soil conditioners, fertilizers, weed control, pesticides, etcetera. Luis’ Nursery proudly offers delivery service to surrounding areas and gladly accepts phone orders. Like them on Facebook to discover their weekly specials.

Location 139 South Mariposa Avenue Visalia, CA 93292

Location 32595 Road 132 Visalia, CA 93292

Hours Mon. thru Sat. 7AM to 5PM Sun. 9AM to 3PM

Hours Mon. thru Sat. 7AM to 3:30PM Closed Sundays

Phone 559.747.5015

Phone 559.734.4641

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BRUNCH basics Editorial Director Lauren Barisic Photographer Don Dizon

Spring eats are often associated with Easter dishes, which also tend to be brunch favorites.

Grilled lamb riblets take on the form of lollipops, and these are served with a modernized mint accompaniment. Once you realize how simple it is to make quiche (not to mention how much more flavorful homemade quiche is), you’ll be compelled to add it to your home menu rotation. Plus, we’re sharing a trick for keeping hollandaise ready at a moment’s notice—a touch that will make this savory pie all the more decadent. For a healthier take on potato salad, this French version will compel you to leave the mayo-based style behind. Served together or separately, these effortlessly upscale twists are sure to elevate your Sunday afternoon brunch experience.

Lamb Lollipops with Mint Pea Puree SERVES 6

12 lamb riblets ½ cup red wine 3 garlic cloves (finely minced) 3 sprigs of rosemary (minced) ¼ cup avocado or olive oil Garlic salt Black pepper

For the Mint Pea Puree 1 lb. peas 3 tbs. mint leaves 5 tsp. lemon juice 2 tbs. avocado or olive oil ¼ tsp. white pepper ¼ tsp. garlic salt

Instructions Begin by preparing the lamb marinade. Finely mince the garlic cloves and rosemary, then add them to a medium size bowl along with the red wine and oil. Add garlic salt and black pepper to taste.

Next, prepare the raw lamb riblets. The rib bone should be trimmed clean, leaving just a lollipop of meat at the end. Once trimmed, lay the riblets in a flat baking dish, pour the marinade evenly over them, cover the dish with plastic, and allow the meat to marinate for at least 2 hours.

For the Mint Pea Puree, begin by bringing a pot of water to boil. Blanch the peas until they turn bright green (about 3 to 4 minutes), then remove them and drain the water. Add the blanched peas, mint leaves, lemon juice, oil, white pepper, and garlic salt to an immersion blender and puree until it’s smooth. If the mixture is too thick, add a tablespoon of water to thin it.

Preheat the barbeque for the Lamb Lollipops. Grill them to desired wellness, then allow the meat to rest for 10 minutes. Serve the Lamb Lollipops with the Mint Pea Puree on the side.

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Everything Quiche with Easy Hollandaise SERVES 8

1 premade pie shell 8 eggs 1 lb. bacon 1 white or yellow onion 4 oz. fire-roasted diced green chilies (canned) ½ red bell pepper (large) ½ cup Monterey Jack cheese (shredded) Spicy brown mustard ¼ cup cream 3 tbs. salted sweet cream butter 1 tsp. mustard powder 1 tsp. black pepper 1 tsp. garlic salt

Instructions *Note on Quiche: For best results, the pie shell and eggs should be kept at room temperature initially. If making ahead and freezing, allow the whole fully cooked quiche to thaw before reheating.

For the Easy Hollandaise 16 tbs. butter (either salted or unsalted) 3 eggs (1 whole egg and 2 egg yolks) 2 tbs. lemon juice 2 tbs. half-and-half or cream Pinch of salt Pinch of white pepper Paprika (for garnish)

Next, prepare the precooked filling components. Set a medium size saucepan to medium-high heat. Cut the bacon into ½ inch-wide pieces and cook it until crisp.

Remove the crispy bacon and allow it to strain on paper towels, but keep the bacon fat in the saucepan. Slice the onion into ¼ inch-wide slivers, then add it, along with 1 tbs. of the salted sweet cream butter, into the saucepan containing the bacon fat.

Cover the saucepan with a lid and allow the onions to caramelize.

*Note on Hollandaise: This recipe can be made ahead of time and refrigerated in its uncooked state.

Press the thawed premade pie shell into a pie dish, allowing the edges to meet the top of the pie dish. Let it chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes (this helps the shell maintain its shape during baking). Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Once the shell is chilled, blind bake it until the crust is set, and take it out just before it begins to turn brown.

While the onions caramelize, prepare the pepper mixture. Clean and destem the red bell pepper before dicing it. In a small bowl, mix the diced red bell pepper with the fire-roasted diced green chilies, then set it aside.

Prepare the egg mixture. Melt 2 tbs. of salted sweet cream butter. In a medium size bowl, add the eggs, cream, mustard powder, black pepper, and garlic salt. Beat the eggs until everything is mixed, then whisk in the melted butter.

Reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees. To assemble the quiche, spread a thin layer of spicy brown mustard across the bottom of the blind-baked shell. Layer in the crispy bacon, pepper mixture, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, and caramelized onions in the specified order. Gently pour in the egg mixture to fill the shell until it just reaches the top edge of the crust (you may have some egg mixture left over).

Bake the Everything Quiche for approximately 45 minutes (until a knife blade comes out clean from the center of the quiche).

For the Easy Hollandaise, begin by melting the butter, then allow it to cool slightly.

To a blender, add the whole egg and 2 egg yolks. Blend them until smooth. While the blender is going, remove the small lid cap and slowly pour in the melted butter, followed by the lemon juice and either the half-and-half or cream, then add the salt and white pepper. The hollandaise mixture will become thick, and you may need to pulsate the blender to finish incorporation.

Next, prepare a double boiler (a pot of simmering water with a heatproof bowl set over the top). The water must remain at a gentle simmer and not a full boil while cooking the hollandaise. Add the hollandaise to the heatproof bowl while whisking constantly (DO NOT walk away!). Bear in mind that cooking hollandaise is based on feeling. As it heats, it will become thinner, then it will suddenly thicken again—that’s when it’s cooked. Remove it from the heat immediately when that happens.

Serve a slice of the Everything Quiche with the Easy Hollandaise ladled on top, then garnish with paprika if desired.

French Potato Salad with Champagne Dijon Vinaigrette SERVES 6

Petite green beans Creamer potatoes Shallot Red bell pepper Niçoise or Kalamata olives (pitted) Capers

For the Champagne Dijon Vinaigrette ½ cup champagne vinegar ½ cup avocado or olive oil 1 clove of garlic ½ shallot 2 tbs. Dijon mustard ½ tsp. onion powder ½ tsp. garlic powder ¼ tsp. white pepper Garlic salt Black pepper

Instructions Begin by setting a large pot of salted water to boil. Prep the vegetables, washing them as need be. Trim the petite green beans. If the creamer potatoes are larger than bite-sized, cut them in half. Slice or mince the shallot. Dice the red bell pepper.

Boil the creamer potatoes until they are tender, then remove and allow them to drain. Blanch the prepared petite green beans (about 3 to 4 minutes), then remove and allow them to drain as well. Allow both to cool.

For the Champagne Dijon Vinaigrette, add the champagne vinegar, oil, garlic, shallot, Dijon mustard, onion powder, garlic powder, and white pepper to an immersion blender along with garlic salt and black pepper to taste. Emulsify the ingredients until they are fully incorporated.

To a medium size mixing bowl, add the cooked creamer potatoes and petite green beans, followed by the prepared shallot and red bell pepper as well as olives and capers to taste. Pour in enough vinaigrette to cover the vegetable mixture as desired, then toss until the components are coated. The French Potato Salad with Champagne Dijon Vinaigrette may be served either cold or at room temperature.

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Interiors Editor Erin Melkonian

When the weather starts to warm up, so should our creative engines! Our relationship with our homes is ever changing, and our dwellings must adapt and function to accommodate that evolution accordingly. Thus, it’s important to prioritize refreshing both your home’s indoor and outdoor spaces occasionally. Spring begs for fluid living between outside and in, so now is the perfect time to update and integrate your décor to reflect that lifestyle.

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LUX lifestyle Horoscopes

COSTARS Astrologer Shari Schopp @shari_starlight www.eyeonastrology.com

Aries

March 21st to April 19th

Lots of ideas are simmering. But first, finish what you’ve been working on, then take action for successful future endeavors. Aries, a cardinal fire sign, is the first sign of the zodiac and initiates new beginnings, which can be pioneering. Rams are assertive, willful, courageous, individualistic, domineering, impulsive, warm, enthusiastic, and hot-tempered. They are ruled by Mars, who represents desire, a call to action, competitive nature, and the ability to fight and defend, but they can be domineering, lack follow-through, and leave projects unfinished. To rekindle your energy and vitality, try craniosacral massage or walking meditation.

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Sagittarius

November 22nd to December 21st

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Patience and introspection are needed when confronting obstacles and making decisions. Be flexible with commitments to gain autonomy toward a new path.

Gemini

May 21st to June 21st

A surge in energy and drive opens up professional challenges that highlight social activities and revolutionary views.

The awaiting prospects present expansive possibilities that support your goals.

Cancer

June 22nd to July 22nd

For fun, socialize with friends and connect with your community. This will rehydrate your spirit and inspire you to narrow your focus to what matters most.

Leo

July 23rd to August 22nd

A creative resurgence is helping you figure out self-imposed limitations. A close connection between career and combined assets are at play. Lean into opportunities and indulge.

Virgo

August 23rd to September 22nd

Engage in dialogue with significant cohorts by setting up boundaries and establishing objectives. Trusting your intuition and clarifying communication will help get you through this phase.

Libra

September 23rd to October 23rd

Daydream. Imagine what you want your life to look like. This visualization process opens up pleasurable experiences that can be obtained through innovative collaboration and partnerships.

Scorpio

October 24th to November 21st

You must take time to rest before you can untangle projects to your satisfaction.

Others in your life may resist this much-needed downtime. Set some space aside for balance.

Restructure your schedule to maximize what’s most important. Success depends on making plans and envisioning a future with what you hope to accomplish.

Capricorn

December 22nd to January 19th

Navigate newfound fluidity in meaningful work with passion and intuition. The right brain influences a vulnerability of influence. Discriminate which information you consume.

Aquarius

January 20th to February 18th

Familiar emerging technologies, trends, and cutting-edge ideas aid your workload. Your expertise is solving riddles and being a part of the zeitgeist, offering lucrative options for you.

Pisces

February 19th to March 20th

Your magnetic charm attracts new things to explore in innovative ways. Escape into sound and imagery to renew your spirit. This gestation period will bring your dreams into form.

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