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Welcome to November!

el Mar, I don’t know about you but I am beyond excited for this month with so much going on! We start the month with the Breeders’ Cup – Del Mar will be on the world stage. This event brings a lot of excitement to our coastal community including a week of festival events, food from around the world, and a chance to showcase Del Mar at its best. We have a lot to give thanks for! This issue also spotlights some great local businesses like Carruth Cellars in Solana Beach and Drive AutoCare. Plus, yum! Some of the best local eats in Del Mar and Carmel Valley.

Richard Blais is featured in this issue - How amazing is it that we have a world-renowned chef living right here in Del Mar. We hope you enjoy his favorite things as much as we did. Finally, our feature spread, which is truly a feast like no other, offers ideas and recipes for the holidays and entertaining. We are excited to hear your feedback. Most importantly, this month we need you to VOTE! Take a few minutes to go online to DelMarLifestylePubs.com and cast your vote for your favorites in over 25 categories, from dining to fitness and so much more. We’ll feature the winners in a future issue! Your vote counts – let us know your top choices for each category and show your love for the local businesses you support. As always, we are thankful for your support at every step of the way and wish you and yours a splendid Thanksgiving holiday! See you around town,

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SD Coastal Chamber Annual Sip & Savor at Del Mar Hilton

The San Diego Coastal Chamber's Annual Sip & Savor networking and community event was held at the Del Mar Hilton in September. Guests enjoyed sips and bites from local restaurants and caterers while mingling with local businesses, residents and other community organizations. SanDiegoCoastalChamber.com

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7TH ANNUAL SOLANA BEACH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS EXPO 2017 Hosted at Lomas Santa Fe Country Club, this is Solana Beach Chamber of Commerce's premier networking event of the year. Attendees enjoyed the beautiful poolside setting at the venue

DEL MAR MIDDLE SCHOOLER CO-AUTHORS CHILDREN’S BOOK WITH DAD Cabo and Coral Meet a Kelp Hugger: Understanding Climate Change is now available for purchase. A children's book on climate change and actions families can take, the book is written by 13-yearold local Paolo Cabo Wahn and his father, Dr. Udo Wahn, who is the author of the Cabo and Coral book series, with art by Wyland Ocean Artists Society member Jennifer Belote. This is Dr. Wahn’s sixth children’s book. The inspiring story and beautifully illustrated read is geared for children ages 6-11, and partial proceeds from sales will be donated to the Surfrider Foundation. CaboandCoral.com

L’AUBERGE DEL MAR CELEBRATES BREEDERS’ CUP AND BING CROSBY

while joining over 50 unique local businesses for an evening of net-

L’Auberge Del Mar, A Destination Hotel, is the place to be for

working, entertainment, food and fun. The event included free admis-

staying in style and luxury near the Del Mar Racetrack before and

sion, raffle prizes, full bar, live entertainment, exceptional food tastes

during this year’s 34th annual Breeders’ Cup. Enjoy Racing Fun in

from local restaurants and a great opportunity to meet with members

The Living Room, November 1 to 3, with live music and special fea-

and locals alike. SolanaBeachChamber.com

tures, specialty drinks and food pop-up culminating in live music by

SURFING MADONNA BEACH RUN ATTEMPTS GUINNESS WORLD RECORD On Sunday, November 5, join community members to create the largest beach run in the world. For a low-tide run on handpicked

JP Hunten. The Hat Pop-Up in the Living Room, November 1 to 3 will feature famous hat fabricator Christine A. Moore Millinery named “the official hat designer of America’s Best Racing.” After the Races, Detox at Spa L’Auberge, November 4 to 5 with rehydrating spa treatments like Ocean Detox and High Tide Hydration. LAubergeDelMar.com

sand, head to Moonlight Beach in Encinitas. More than just fun, fitness and community, this is an opportunity to help keep our oceans clean, our coastline protected, and to provide opportunities for disabled kids and adults to experience the healing power of the ocean.

KAABOO DEL MAR CELEBRATES SUCCESSFUL THIRD YEAR

All proceeds from this run go directly to the Surfing Madonna Oceans Project, a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting our ocean from the harmful effects of pollution, and to cultivating new ocean advocates. SurfingMadonna.org

WELCOMING PROMENADE DENTISTS TO DEL MAR Promenade Dentists is now open and the dental care team looks forward to serving the Del Mar community and its surrounding areas. A Smile Generation-trusted office, it is equipped with advanced,

This year, the highly anticipated annual event attracted fans

proven technologies, like digital X-rays, which are safer for patients

from all 50 states and over 30 different countries. In addition

due to 90 percent lower radiation exposure as compared to tradi-

to a top-tier lineup of world class musicians such as Red Hot

tional X-ray applications. The office also uses CEREC technology for

Chili Peppers, P!nk, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, and

permanent, beautiful crowns in a single visit. “We are excited to be

Muse, guests were treated to live contemporary art install-

part of the Del Mar community and its surrounding areas,” says Dr.

ments in ARTWORK; Vegas style cabanas at BASK; culinary

Meerweis Stanisai. “I believe oral health can have an impact on a

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patient’s overall health, and I look forward to serving patients and

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providing individualized care.” The office is located at 2710 Via De

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destination music festivals. Early bird passes for KAABOO Del Mar 2018 are on-sale now. The event will take place September 14-16. KaabooDelMar.com

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Alan “Mitt” Mittleman, Gilmore’s partner, lives and works in Solana Beach. According to Mittleman, “We are a community-based business and we give back to numerous organizations including Little League, the Boys and Girls Club, Chamber of Commerce, Rotary and local schools.” Mittleman loves that he lives and works locally. “We give out caps with our logo and I see them all over the place. When I visited my son at Cal Poly, I see students that I’ve never met before wearing DRIVE caps and it makes me feel great that people are emotionally connected to my business.” With their motto ‘Trustworthy Advice. Legendary Service’, DRIVE AutoCare aims to serve clients at a very high level. In fact, the North Cedros location has an all-woman service team and the customers absolutely love Kelly Johnson and Hannah Mann. This is the only woman-managed auto repair facility in San Diego County! CONVERSATIONS WITH CLIENTS

A distinguishing service provided by DRIVE AutoCare is their complimentary Concierge Service. DRIVE AutoCare will pick up your car, perform repair and maintenance services, and return it to your home or office at no extra charge. If you need a car for the day, they can arrange a loaner car as well. Unlike a trip to the dealer which can be expensive and inconvenient, DRIVE seeks to make the repair process as easy and convenient as possible. Mittleman shares, “Over the last year, I have called every single customer that did business with us at our two Solana Beach locations. I made nearly 4,000 phone calls and the results were extraordinary. Of the thousands of customers I spoke with, 98 percent were thrilled with their experience and for the remaining two percent I was able to resolve any service issues quickly!” Client feedback is integral to the high level of customer service provided and customers love the fact that the owner of DRIVE AutoCare called to make sure they were happy with their experience. DRIVE BY TO ANY OF THESE LOCATIONS:

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YOUR BREEDERS' CUP 2017 CHEAT SHEET ARTICLE RUKSANA HUSSAIN

he Bing Crosby Season kicks off Wednesday, November 1, followed by one of Thoroughbred racing’s most prestigious

international events, the 2017 Breeders’ Cup World Championships on November 3 and 4. Opening Day will attract the region’s most stylish ladies and dapper gentlemen for the Opening Day Vintage Hollywood Fashion Contest.

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The track will present two concerts: the eclectic hip-hop group The Roots on Saturday, November 11, and the return of its popular Reggae Fest featuring Iration on Saturday, November 18. The track welcomes college students to its annual College Day where all students get in at no cost with valid college I.D. and can enjoy live music by Red Bull DJs, activities and more at the Red Star Café, also on November 18.

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Open on Thanksgiving Day, November 23, there will be a special racing card and an early 11 a.m. first post. Race fans can enjoy a morning at the track while the turkey cooks and create a new holiday tradition with friends and family.

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The following Saturday, November 25, the best of San Diego’s buzzing beverage scene come together in one epic event. The day will include the Craft Beer, Cider, Cocktail and Wine Fest, offering dozens of local seasonal brews, ciders, cocktails and wines to taste.

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Then every Sunday, brunch lovers rejoice during Taste of the Turf Club. Savor a deliciously decadent day at the races featuring creative cuisine from one of San Diego's most celebrated chefs, Brian Malarkey, a reserved table in the exclusive Turf Club and bottomless mimosas and bloody marys.

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Free & Fun Sundays are back and include free Stretch Run Admission, program and seat along with half-price signature cocktails, such as Del Margaritas and Del Marys. DelMarRacing.com

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Breeders’ Cup Festival San Diego Host Committee Announces Week-long Celebrations The San Diego Tourism Authority, San Diego Sports Alliance and organizers of the Host Committee have organized the 2017 Breeders’ Cup Festival, a week-long series of events and activations leading up to the 34th annual World Championships on November 3 and 4 at the iconic Del Mar Racetrack. The exciting line-up of events includes:

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ART OF THE HORSE (Now through Saturday, November 4): The

1): One of the most highly-anticipated annual Breeders’ Cup events will feature cocktails crafted by Breeders’ Cup’s most

artists displayed in prominent locations throughout San Diego.

famous jockeys and personalities at the Del Mar Plaza. All proceeds will benefit the Permanently Disabled Jockeys Fund.

JAKE’S 35TH ANNUAL BEACH FUN RUN AND BREEDERS’ CUP BREEZE

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(Wednesday, November 1): Honoring the legendary American

mile run on the beach will conclude with a beach party at

sportscaster, the gala will bring together several of his col-

local eatery Jake’s Del Mar with Polynesian entertainment.

leagues and friends, sports enthusiasts, business leaders,

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and the local and national horseracing community for a cel-

THE BREEDERS’ CUP (Sunday, October 29): A celebration of

ebration of San Diego and Del Mar’s inaugural hosting of the

50 plus years of the City of Del Mar, Del Mar Schools and

Breeders’ Cup World Championships. The gala will benefit the

Community! A luncheon at Barn at the Beach at Powerhouse

Boys & Girls Clubs of San Dieguito. •

Thursday, November 2): Named after iconic actor, songwriter,

(Monday, October 30): The official post-position draw, which

and singer and founding partner of the Del Mar Racetrack

will be held at Barn at the Beach at Powerhouse Park, will

Bing Crosby, this race meeting opens two days prior to the

in the 13 Breeders’ Cup World Championships races.

Breeders’ Cup and continues through November 26. •

TORREY PINES GOLF TOURNAMENT (Tuesday, October 31):

2): Highlighting yet another of the area’s most coveted golf courses, the tournament, which is sponsored by Sentient Jet and

golf courses, the tournament, sponsored by Sentient Jet and

Callaway, will host guests for a day of sun, sand, and swings. •

Village Association will host an upscale tasting event at

PONIES & POKER (Tuesday, October 31 – Thursday, November

the Barn at the Beach venue at Powerhouse Park, bring-

2): Hosted at Ocean’s Eleven Casino, this will bring together

ing together San Diego County’s finest chefs preparing exqui-

horseracing luminaries, fans, athletes, and celebrities for a

site cuisine, showcasing their signature style. •

BASH AT THE BEACH (Friday, November 3): Following the first

Texas Hold ‘Em style tournament and a shot at a $100,000 prize.

full day of championship races, the event will feature live music

BREEDERS’ CUP BELLY-UP CONCERT SERIES (Wednesday,

by Haute Chile, a live auction of racing memorabilia, cock-

November 1 – Saturday, November 4): Set to accommodate up

tails, and hors d’oeuvres. The Bash will benefit Thoroughbred

to 600 guests per night, this will feature some of the greatest musical acts from the San Diego area for four lively nights of singing, dancing, and mingling with fellow Breeders’ Cup fans. •

BEST AT THE BARN (Thursday, November 2): The Del Mar

and participants for a day of friendly competition.

amateur and professional poker players with Thoroughbred

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RANCHO SANTA FE GOLF TOURNAMENT (Thursday, November

Taking place at one of San Diego’s most pristine and coveted Callaway, will welcome Breeders’ Cup executives, owners, •

BING CROSBY FALL MEET (Wednesday, November 1 &

ROOD & RIDDLE BREEDERS’ CUP POST-POSITION DRAW

determine the starting gate positions (number) of each horse •

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Kicking off the official Breeders’ Cup Festival week, the 3.2

Park, which will feature acts from local Del Mar Schools. •

JOCKTAILS AT THE BREEDERS CUP (Wednesday, November

glass horse statues created by San Diego’s most talented local

Presented by San Diego Surf Cup (Saturday, October 28):

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second annual pop-up art exhibition features 20 life-size, fiber-

Charities of America. •

BREEDERS’ CUP VIEWING PARTY (Saturday, November 4): A

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BOURBON, BLUE GRASS & BREEDERS’ CUP (Wednesday,

place at Barn at the Beach in Powerhouse Park.

November 1): The Del Mar Foundation’s community party will

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ome of our neighborhood eateries offer healthy options for family dining – high quality ingredients, creatively used for a fresh

take on menu staples. Take a look at who is on our list, and do visit them soon for fall and winter offerings!

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URBAN PLATES Contemporary fast-casual combining the freshness and variety of a food marketplace with fine-dining culinary integrity. Founders and industry veterans Saad Nadhir and John Zagara opened the first Urban Plates in San Diego in 2011 behind a fundamental philosophy to invest in food quality and thoughtful sourcing while maintaining accessibility and affordability.

Panko-Crusted Trout, Miso Mushroom Sweet Potato Saute' with Chimichurri Sauce, Miso and the Quinoa Tabbouleh (Photo credit: Urban Plates)

Thinking with their own families in mind, Urban Plates presents a transparent culinary experience that empowers guests to “choose good” – good about what you ate, good about what you’ve provided your family. With a unique line-style layout and open kitchen, the chefs play a critical role in the guests’ dining experience. A “seeing is believing” approach is enhanced by passionate, knowledgeable chefs preparing meals to order while engaging personally with each guest’s food journey. MENU FAVES:

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Panko-Crusted Idaho Trout with Chimichurri Sauce

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Miso Mushroom Sweet Potato Sauté

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LUNA GRILL A cross between a fast casual and full service sit-down restaurant, Luna Grill combines the best of both worlds to create the concept of "Luxe Casual.” Founded in 2004 by CEO Sean Pourteymor, Luna Grill is headquartered in San Diego, California with 38 locations throughout Southern California and the Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas metropolitan area. All foods, marinades and sauces are crafted with care daily from scratch and meals are made fresh to order and served to the table with genuine cutlery and tableware. Wholesome Mediterranean cuisine such as signature

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kabob plates, gourmet salads, appetizers including hummus and falafel, wraps, desserts, craft beer and wine served in a contemporary setting. MENU FAVES:

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Flat cut chicken

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Mediterranean Chicken Salad

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ROASTED PUMPKIN SOUP INGREDIENTS:

1 Onion, julienne 1 Roasting pumpkin, peeled and sliced 4 Garlic cloves 1 Tbsp Ginger, peeled, minced 1 Vanilla bean, scraped 1.5 cups White wine 2 Tbsp Olive oil Thyme 1 sprig Chicken stock to cover ½ cup Cream Salt and Pepper to taste DIRECTIONS:

Cut pumpkin, scraping seeds and removing skin. Roast in 375-degree oven for 45 minutes, set aside. In a stainless-steel pot over medium-high heat, cook onion, garlic, ginger, thyme, vanilla bean, salt and pepper (with minimal olive oil) until translucent. Deglaze with white wine and simmer for two minutes. Place roasted pumpkin in the pot then fill with chicken stock to cover. Simmer one hour until tender. Blend everything with an immersion blender or one cup at a time in a blender, finish with cream, salt, pepper. Top with toasted almonds and chive oil.

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AN AUTUMN FEAST (CON TI N U ED)

MADEIRA WINE MUSHROOM INGREDIENTS:

2 lbs. Mountain Meadow Mushroom Farm Button Mushrooms, quartered 2 Tbsp. Shallots, diced 1 Tbsp. Garlic, minced 2 Tbsp. Olive oil 1 cup Madeira wine 2 cups Chicken stock 1/2 cup Chestnuts, cleaned 2 Tbsp. Salted butter, diced 2 tsp. Ground Black pepper DIRECTIONS:

Wash the mushrooms in cold water and dry. In a sauté pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat, add the mushrooms and cook until they are semi-golden. Add the chestnuts, then the shallots and garlic. Then deglaze with the wine and cook down till almost dry. Add the chicken stock and continue to cook to sauce consistency, then add the butter and pepper.

PEPPER CRUSTED PRIME RIB ROAST INGREDIENTS:

5 lb. Prime rib roast 6 Tbsp. Coarse sea salt 6 Tbsp. Coarse ground black pepper 1 Garlic clove, cut in half, crushed 3 sprigs Rosemary 12 sprigs Thyme ½ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and rub roast generously with the olive oil. Season roast all sides with the salt and pepper then rub top side of roast with the garlic, thyme, and rosemary. Place on a roasting rack and move to oven. After 30 minutes, turn temperature down to 300 degrees and set a timer for 50 minutes. Remove from oven and let rest for 30 minutes. Slice and serve.

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of the new locations. For the next few years,

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the focus is on expanding the wine production

to accommodate all of the new locations.

rban wineries have been popping up

Winemaker Ryan Scott shares, “Not

rapidly in recent times and San Diego

many people know that we make our wine

is certainly seeing a piece of the action, but

in three different facilities. Most of our wines

we have quite a few options right here in our

are made in our flagship location in Solana

neighborhoods, and one that has made its

Beach, but we also make our Sauvignon

mark over the past few years is Carruth Cellars.

Blanc in our Carlsbad location as well as

Nestled among other local businesses in

some Rosé in our original cellar in Solana

Solana Beach’s Cedros Design District, Carruth

Beach that is no longer open to the public

Cellars is owned by local Adam Carruth. He

but used for private events.”

opened the flagship location in 2006, and

Scott has been making wine professionally

all their wines are served here. There is also

since 2011, having studied Wine Technology

a satellite urban winery and tasting room in

at the local college and receiving numerous

Carlsbad Village with a limited selection of

awards, including Best Teroldego and Best

pours. And the latest venture is Carruth Cellars

Blended Italian Red. At the time of this edi-

Wine Garden in Little Italy, serving wine and

tion heading to press, Scott was knee deep

cheese pairings. All locations are open daily

into crush season – the one time of year they

and are great venues for events and holiday

make all their wines, working 12-15 hours

gathering or larger group celebrations.

a day on average. This includes unloading

As an urban winery, Carruth Cellars source

10-20 tons of grapes off temperature con-

grapes from the countryside and then make the

trolled trucks, de-stemming the grapes and

wines in the city. While reds comprise the bulk

overseeing the fermentation as well as orga-

of the offerings here, there are whites, rosés

nizing teams of people to “punch down” the

and dessert wines as well, many of which have

grapes and keep the fermentations happy,

won accolades at the San Francisco Chronicle

pressing the juice out of the grape.

Wine competition over the past few years.

“This is the coolest part of the process

After all this time in the winemaking busi-

because you can finally see the wine, not

ness, what's Carruth’s everyday motivation?

just the grapes,” Scott shares. Another hectic

“Just the passion for winemaking!” he says. “I

time is the month or two leading up to bot-

love wine, making wine, and learning to make

tling, which they do twice a year. As for the

wine...what soils are affecting what grapes,

best part of working at Carruth Cellars, “It’s

what weather climates will do to a vintage…

the philosophy behind the winemaking! It's

it's an ongoing quest to understand wine - it's

all about love and gratitude - respect for the

infinite.” The past two years has been non-

grapes, the growers, and for the people who

stop expansion for Carruth with the addition

drink our wine.”

ELLARS

CONTINUED >

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(CON TI N U ED)

CARRUTH CELLARS HOLIDAY RECOmMENDATIONS RYAN SCOTT:

I am very proud of our Sauvignon Blanc

perfect sip. People tend to remember their

- We have always focused on red wines, I

loved ones around the holidays and it's a tra-

waited 10 years to make white wine. It was

dition in the industry to name ports after lost

a challenge at first, now it's a labor of love.

relatives.Â Our Emily's Syrah Port, named after

Also our red blends - Blending is a process

Adam Carruth's grandmother is just that. The

and there are so many ways to achieve a good

perfect dessert wine to cap off a holiday meal!

blend. I am so excited we are doing a co-fer-

Our Santa Lucia Pinot Noir - stellar with

turkey or ham or on its own.

Our Sauvignon Blanc - for a white option

and to kick things off at a dinner party.

ADAM CARRUTH:

A nice portÂ - at the end of meal, it is the

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Topaz “THE STONE FOR STRENGTH AND SUCCESS” The stone for strength and success, topaz has adorned people throughout history for its magical prowess, not to mention beauty. Although blue topaz may be the most common variety found in retail stores, consumers wouldn’t always be aware that this color is rarely found in nature and stones are almost always color enhanced… some may not even know that other colors exist. The name topaz was derived from an island in the Red Sea, “Topazos”, today called Zabargad, the ancient source of the green mineral peridot. This gem is an aluminium silicate with varying amounts of ﬂuorine and hydroxyl and can be expressed as Al2(F,OH)2SiO4.

Although this stone measures a high 8 on MOH’s scale of hardness it is not necessarily a ‘tough’ stone due to its perfect basal cleavage. Cleavage refers to a stone’s tendency to ‘cleave’ or ‘split’ along certain crystallographic structural planes due to a weakness in their atomic bonds. Although a gemstone doesn’t necessarily become weak because of perfect cleavage, the gem cutter and jeweler must practice caution to ensure cleavage does not occur. In topaz’s case, the cleavage occurs in one direction parallel to the basal plane and stones are best cut at a 12-15% oﬀ this cleavage plane. Crystalizing in the orthorhombic crystal system, Topaz crystals are generally well-formed prims with striations parallel to the c-axis (length of the crystal). Crystals are terminated with domes and pyramids which make them easy to confuse with danburite, a mineral that shares an almost identical crystal form. When fashioned, topaz gemstones (particularly blue/colorless) are often free of visible inclusions or ﬂaws and because of their elongated crystal form, stones are mostly fashioned into pears, ovals and rectangles to yield more carat weight. Topaz, when in its purest state, is colorless and owes its varying hues to impurities, defects in the crystal structure or enhancements by the gemstone industry rather than an element of its basic chemical composition. Unearthed in varied palette from yellow, orange, brown, pink, red, purple red, blue, light green and colorless, it is the man-made shades of blue and the natural rich golden tones of “Imperial” Topaz that get the most attention. In nature, topaz is most commonly colorless with naturally occurring strong blue gems being extremely rare. In the marketplace they are plentiful due to color treatments being common practice. A combination of radiation and heat has been used to produce blue hues

since 1970. This irradiation is perfectly safe as a “cooling down” period is taken into account. This is an acceptable treatment and should be assumed for all blue colored topaz gemstones. The deepest of blues with a slight green tone is known as ‘London Blue’, a vivid medium blue is known as “Swiss Blue” and a light but bright icy-toned blue is known as “Sky Blue”. Imperial topaz is a golden yellow, pink to orangey-red and gains this color due to the presence of iron and chromium. First discovered in the Ural Mountains in Russia during the nineteenth century, pink and red topaz were reserved exclusively for the family of the czar hence its ‘Imperial’ title. Today industry dealers’ state that stones must exhibit speciﬁc pleochroic colors to be classiﬁed as Imperial topaz otherwise they are simply named golden topaz as they lack the prized overtones. Bunny Bedi, owner and designer of Made In Earth, discusses his newest gem to his ever-growing collection. “Imperial Topaz is something we’ve always been asked for however the color and price of citrine has always been more desirable to our clients… until now. The delicate honey hued topaz crystals and faceted gemstones are the perfect addition to our collection and this November birthstone has arrived right in time!”

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who choose turkey as an entrée and $59 per person for those who choose any other entrée. Kids menu available. PacificaDelMar.com

and Beef Tenderloin, each with their own L’Auberge Del Mar flair. This will be a Thanksgiving to remember. Cost is $89 per person and $25 for children under 12. Seating at 2 p.m., 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. LAubergeDelMar.com

DINNER AT HOTEL DEL CORONADO

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DINNER AT ADDISON DEL MAR

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Pie crust (your choice) 5 cups fresh or frozen cranberries 1 1/2 cups sugar (add up to another 1/2 cup if you like sweeter or decrease by 1/2 cup if you like tart) 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon allspice pinch of cloves zest from one orange 4 teaspoons instant tapioca 2 Tablespoons cold butter, cut into small chunks Demerara sugar for sprinkling on top (optional) METHOD:

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Preheat oven to 325°. Prepare your favorite pie crust. While it is chilling, combine cranberries, sugar, walnuts, spices, zest, and tapioca in a bowl.

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Roll out the crust and transfer it to your tart pan. Pour in all of the filling as it will cook down. Dot the top of the tart with butter.

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Bake for about one hour, until the crust is browned and the filling is bubbly. If the crust starts to brown before the filling is done, cover the crust with a ring of aluminum foil.

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Lifestyle Calendar

November NOVEMBER 1

SUNDAYS

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Explore your sense of Hollywood fashion by en-

Every Sunday this fall experience a different

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Entrepreneurial women love the buzz and suc-

MusicWorx has two Audability events

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available – one on mindfulness techniques

As part of the weeklong Breeders' Cup cel-

and movement exciting, inspirational, and they

(11:00a.m.- 11:50 a.m.) and another on

ebrations taking place at the Barn at the

give back to help one another. Join the monthly

rhythm steps (12:00 p.m.- 12:50 p.m.), which

Beach, Del Mar Village Association is hosting

luncheon, networking, table displays, vendors,

is a drumming series. Both are for six-week

Best at the Barn: a tasting event that brings

introductions, announcements, shout outs,

durations and registrations are required by

together San Diego County’s finest chefs un-

guest speaker, door prize drawing, gifts and

the first class. MusicWorxInc.com

der one roof. VisitDelMarVillage.com

more. WomensWisdom.net

NOVEMBER 2

NOVEMBER 10-12

45TH ANNUAL NATIONAL

SNOWJAM-SKI & SNOWBOARD EXPO

PHILANTHROPHY DAY

DEL MAR FAIRGROUNDS EXHIBIT HALL

Adult admission is good for all three days.

The hallmark event of Association of Fund-

raising Professionals (AFP) San Diego

Jam to get free lift tickets to Mountain High,

Chapter - it is a national celebration of the

Brian Head and Eagle Point - plus a discount

power of giving in transforming communi-

voucher to Mammoth. SnowJamShow.com

ties, shines the spotlight on those who give

NOVEMBER 10, 11, 12 (MATINEE, 1PM) SD OPERA PRESENTS AS ONE

NOVEMBER 2

NOVEMBER 14

their time, treasure, and talents in service to the community, to improve the quality of life for all residents. AFPSD.org

THE JOAN B. KROC THEATRE

NOVEMBER 17 - 19

Part of their dētour Series, it is an exploration

SUSAN G. KOMEN SAN DIEGO 3-DAY

A TASTE OF THE IRC

of transgender identity with honesty, grace,

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humor and beautiful singing in an intimate

A 60-mile walk for women and men who

Join globally-minded San Diegans at “A Taste

chamber opera. SDOpera.org

are ready to end breast cancer forever -

of the IRC,” the 10th annual fundraising dinner

75 percent of net proceeds help Susan G.

San Diego. This unique event raises funds

SATURDAYS 8:00 AM 10:00 AM

to help refugees in San Diego rebuild their

DAYBREAK AT DEL MAR

the remaining 25 percent helps affiliates

lives. Special features include gorgeous food

CLUBHOUSE TERRACE RESTAURANT

support local programs including medical

stations catered by local refugee-owned

Early risers may enjoy morning workouts and

assistance, patient navigation and provider

restaurants with flavors from Vietnam, East

breakfast starting November 11 during the

education. The3Day.org

Africa, and the Middle East. Rescue.org

Bing Crosby Season. View morning workouts,

for the International Rescue Committee in

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Komen® support the global research program and other mission objectives, while

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OCTOBER 18 – NOVEMBER 12 Directed by Richard Baird John Steinbeck’s classic drama novella‑turned play OF MICE AND MEN electrified audiences in 1937. The story of George and Lenny remains just as relevant and continues to be part of our country’s collective imagination — a tale of friendship that is sustained by illusory dreams. This is must‑see theatre you cannot afford to miss.

Give the Gift of Laughter and Music DEC 8 – 10 @ 7:30PM

DEC 16 @ 7:30PM | DEC 17 @ 2PM

SISTER’S CHRISTMAS CATECHISM

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DEC 20 – 23 @ 7PM | DEC 23 – 24 @ 2PM

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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 18 AFTER LAST RACE REGGAE FEST WITH IRATION SEASIDE STAGE Concerts are 18 and up only. Concerts are

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FREE with admission before the start of the last race. Prepaid tickets, complimentary tickets and season passes will not be accepted after the last race has begun. DMTC.com

NOVEMBER 19, 11:00 AM ONWARD DEL MAR RIDE FOR TOYS FOR TOTS DMTC Bring a new unwrapped toy to the stretch run admission gates and help put a smile on a child's face. Plus receive free admission to the track. In addition to the toy drive, Del Mar welcomes all riders to join El Cajon Harley and other participating chapters to the Del Mar Ride. DMTC.com

NOVEMBER 23, 8:00 AM ONWARD FAMILY MILE FUN RUN MAIN TRACK Kick-off Thanksgiving Day with the Del Mar Family Mile Fun Run on the famous Del Mar racetrack. Begin from the actual starting gate, make a one-mile lap all the way around and finish in the Winners’ Circle where you will get your picture taken. DMTC.com

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Favorite Movie: Anything by Wes Anderson, but

Favorite Local

Fantastic Mr. Fox

Restaurant: Alborz

is epic! I also love

- Persian & Greek

the Avengers

Cuisine

movies

Favorite Sports Team: Arsenal Football Favorite Book: God Loves, Man Kills (X-Men graphic novel), Born Standing Up (Steve Martin bio), The Score Takes Care of Itself (Bill Walsh)

Favorite Travel Destinations: NYC and San Francisco

FAVORITE Things RICHARD BLAIS

Favorite Hiking Trail: Torrey Pines

successful chef, restaurateur, James Beardnominated cookbook author and television

personality, perhaps most recognizable as a recurring judge on Bravo’s Top Chef and the winner of Top Chef AllStars. Blais is a partner at the popular Juniper & Ivy and Crack Shack restaurants, which will be expanding in the

Favorite Way to

coming months, including the now-open Encinitas loca-

Unwind: Long

tion. Blais’ second cookbook, So Good, was released in

distance runs

May 2017, and his new television show, Man vs Master, will debut on the FYI Network in the fall. You may see Richard around town with his wife Jazmin and their two daughters, Riley and Embry. RichardBlais.net

Favorite Beach: Del Mar, south of Power House and north of Torrey Pines

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