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LIFE WITH A VIEW: BELLA VISTA ESTATES

THE NEW GREEN RUSH

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

APRIL 2018 PUBLISHER

Nick Lodhi | Nick.Lodhi@LifestylePubs.com EDITOR

Nicolette Martin | Nicolette.Martin@LifestylePubs.com CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Kristen Castillo, Josiah Schotborgh, Aubrianna Staker, Stephanie Wilson

Eco Chic

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Kris Lodhi

SPRING HAS FINALLY SPRUNG! As the last dredges of winter make their way out, and we can finally begin to stop and smell the roses, it’s also a good time to remind ourselves to take the time to appreciate our beautiful planet. While April 22 is Earth Day, here at Green Valley Lifestyle, we are celebrating the planet all month long with our “Eco” issue. Here in this issue, we highlight the people and places in our community who are committing to keeping this planet beautiful—from local farms using sustainable practices and eco-friendly organizations giving back to the community to farmto-table restaurants focused on local ingredients to fuel-efficient vehicles for sale at local dealerships.

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But, you don’t have to be a farmer or business owner to do your part. Shop at the local farmers market and support local growers, visit local businesses who create

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eco-friendly products or even just start recycling. No matter what you do, we at Green Valley Lifestyle support your “green” efforts. As always, we can’t wait to see you around.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE APRIL 2018

FEATURES 12 Creating Conscientious Leaders Inspiring Children through Mentoring, Education and Entrepreneurship

16 The New Green Rush: Nutrient-Dense, Desert Farming Urban Seed Inc. is Growing Happiness and Saving the World

24 Life with a View Bella Vista Estates

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30 Spring Flavors DragonRidge Country Club Chef Eric Castillo Shares His Refreshing Spring Creation

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Lifestyle Letter

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Libraries will scan your items and provide patrons with information about preservation techniques. With your permission, Henderson Libraries would like to add select photos to the Henderson Libraries' online digital collections. Preserve your memories for generations to come while sharing your local history of Henderson with the community at large.

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“We're looking for historical items that will expand and grow our community-built, online, local history

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documents to the event. When we’re done scanning

Marcie Smedley says. “Bring up to 10 photographs or them, you keep the originals, and receive a copy of the digital scans on a portable digital storage device.” Items that are copyrighted will not be scanned unless written permission is obtained from the copyright holder. Funds for this project have been provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library Services and Technology Act, administered by the Nevada State Library, Archives and Public Records. Established in 1944 as a single library in downtown Henderson, Henderson Libraries operates four locations in Henderson, providing free access to materials, programs and services to meet the diverse and varied needs of the community throughout Southern Nevada. For more information, please visit HendersonLibraries.com.

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new position. As a deputy chief with the Henderson

any kind of dining establishment and must have

Police Department, he will oversee field operations.

been working as a chef for at least five years with

Andres attended Southern University, where he earned a bachelor's in psychology and a master's in crim-

the three most recent years spent in the region. Established in 1990, the James Beard Awards

inal justice. He is also a graduate of the Law Enforcement

recognize culinary professionals for excellence and

Management Institute of Texas and the 54th School of

achievement in their fields and furthers the founda-

Executive Leadership at Institute for Law Enforcement

tion’s mission to celebrate, nurture and honor chefs

Administration. Andres and his wife have two children.

and other leaders making America's food culture more delicious, diverse and sustainable for everyone. This year's awards were selected from a list of

RICHMOND AMERICAN HOMES ANNOUNCES NEW HENDERSON COMMUNITY Richmond American Homes of Nevada Inc. is

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excited to announce Sonatina at Cadence, a new community in the Cadence masterplan.

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offers two-story homes in four versatile floor plans. Featuring up to six bedrooms and four bathrooms and approximately 1,860 to 2,320 square feet, these homes

Veteran law enforcement officer Thedrick Andres has been named as a new deputy chief of the Henderson Police Department and began his service in that role on February 12.

include standard features such as paver-stone driveways, porches, patios, gourmet kitchens and more. Residents of Sonatina will appreciate the many amenities of the Cadence masterplan, from the parks

Andres came to the Henderson Police Department

and trails of the 50-acre Central Park to a swimming

after retiring from service as a lieutenant with the

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GIVING BACK

creating conscientious leaders ARTICLE JOSIAH SCHOTBORGH

INSPIRING CHILDREN THROUGH MENTORING, EDUCATION AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP MARTY HENNESSY’S INSPIRING CHILDREN FOUNDATION

singer-songwriter and two-time New York Times best-seller. The

HAS BEEN SERVING YOUTH IN THE LAS VEGAS AREA FOR

program, Jewel Never Broken, uses curriculum inspired by the

MORE THAN 14 YEARS. Founded by tennis star Marty Hennessy

singer-songwriter’s own experiences “moving from homelessness

in 2004, the foundation offers academic mentorship, athletic training

to happiness,” to help other at-risk children.

programs and leadership events for local children.

Local businesses have caught on to how ICF helps better the

ICF provides free tennis training to more than 300 children, encour-

community. In December, Windermere Prestige Properties hosted

aging a fun environment for kids to hone their athletic abilities, while

a silent auction at its annual holiday party to benefit the foundation.

also giving older students opportunities to mentor the next generation.

All 17 pieces of student-made artwork were sold to staff, agents and

As for academic benefits, ICF’s academic programs emphasize

clients, leaving people inspired by the stories behind each piece.

the importance of scholarly performance. Ninety-five percent of the

“Our most valuable offering is our ‘psychology for life’ which essentially

students in the leadership development program have received col-

teaches our students how to be professionals at life," Executive Director

lege scholarships, many to Ivy League schools.

Trent Alenik says. “This encompasses a winner's mindset: how to be hard-

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working, successful, emotionally intelligent, learn how to rest, relieve stress in healthy ways and how to be relentless in the pursuit of excellence.”

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T H E NE W GR E E N RUSH : NUTRIENT-DENSE, D ES E R T FA R MI NG ARTICLE AUBRIANNA STAKER

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URBAN SEED INC. IS GROWING HAPPINESS AND SAVING THE WORLD

AS GREEN VALLEY RESIDENTS, WE CAN FRY AN EGG ON THE BLAZING BLACK ASPHALT FROM MAY THROUGH SEPTEMBER DUE TO THE HEAT. But did you know that here in our arid desert, just a few miles from the Las Vegas Strip, we have farms? Urban Seed is growing 25 different non-GMO fruits and vegetables year-round. Don’t feel out of the loop, though, as Urban Seed Inc. is only now booming onto the scene with brand-new technology, making the once-impossible task of growing nutrient-dense produce in a desert entirely possible. Currently, Urban Seed Inc. is engineering solutions for humanity by growing on an A-Frame closed-loop aeroponic system. These A-frame models are purely vertical unlike most urban farming, which is done by stacking horizontal farms. The A-frame stands 6.5 feet tall, perfect for human harvesting, and can vary in length but are 80 feet long on average. These systems are aeroponic, meaning there is no soil involved and the roots of the plants are suspended in air. A nutrient-dense, pharmaceutical-grade mist specific to each plant variety is then sprayed into these closed systems. The plant head is exposed to the outer portion of the frame, receiving light from the natural valley sun through the greenhouse glass. From one A-frame to the next, there is an entirely different ecosystem designed for particular produce. This is currently the only aeroponic growth system being used in the world for vegetables. The beauty of this system is that it saves 90 percent of the water used in traditional farming and saves 40 percent of the water used in hydroponics farming. This is good news, as our community has been in a drought since, well, Las Vegas was originally founded. To put this in perspective, one head of lettuce at a traditional farm would require 14 gallons of water. Urban Seed Inc. can make the same head of lettuce with just 22 ounces of water. Communities across the globe are suffering from droughts and soil depletion, confirming traditional farming’s unsustainability. Soil depletion is the loss of nutrients, minerals and vitamins naturally found in the soil which are needed to produce nutrient-dense product. With Urban Seed Inc.’s systems, both of these issues are managed.

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FOOD HAS TO TRAVEL HUNDREDS OR THOUSANDS OF MILES TO MAKE IT TO OUR GROCERY STORES, AND MANY OF THE NUTRIENTS IN THE FOOD ARE LOST ON THE JOURNEY. Henderson is a town situated in a vast desert of sand and heat but also what is called a “food desert.” Food has to travel hundreds or thousands of miles to make it to our grocery stores, and many of the nutrients in the food are lost on the journey. From harvest to purchase, this journey can take anywhere from months to an entire year. Nevada has a trade-off with California farmers where we give them water from Lake Mead and, in return, they sell us food grown on California farms. With USDA guidelines, food is marked local if it comes from a farm within 500 miles of the Las Vegas Valley. Urban Seed Inc. has the vision to provide hyperlocal food, usually within 25 miles from harvest location and delivered within 24 hours. A head of lettuce produced by Urban Seed Inc. will expire two to three weeks after a traditionally farmed head of lettuce. Thus, Urban Seed Inc.’s produce makes it to the plate as fresh as possible. This food will have its full genetic potential of nutrients, and, by cutting travel, will reduce our carbon footprint as a community by one-eighth compared to traditional farming and distribution. Urban Seed Inc. has plans to build 90 more of these 750,000 plant-growth greenhouses. In no time at all, this global solution for farming will be a global incorporation, having enjoyed its start here in our beautiful desert.

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HOW DO I SAMPLE THIS NUTRIENT-DENSE PRODUCE? + Urban Seed Inc. is partnered with 10 chefs on or near the Strip, where their produce is exclusively used in high-end dining restaurants. You can find these restaurants listed on their website, UrbanSeedInc.com.Â + Urban Seed Inc. has had a few pop-up farmers markets on the third Thursday of each month and plans to have Farmers Festivals in the future, where food can be bought by anyone in the community. + Urban Seed Foundation has been working to get Urban Seed produce into the schools of Clark County. Right now, Urban Seed has a pilot greenhouse with Rancho High School to provide the education and production of fresh food for culinary use.

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Life with A View ARTICLE STEPHANIE WILSON | PHOTOGRAPHY BELLA VISTA ESTATES

BELLA VISTA ESTATES

NESTLED IN THE HILLS OF HENDERSON WITH BREATHTAK-

luxurious features. These include porte-cochère entrances, home the-

ING VIEWS OF THE LAS VEGAS STRIP AND SURROUNDING

aters and media rooms, sports and game rooms, and private massage

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and meditation rooms. Other features include custom skylights, smart

COMMUNITY, BELLA VISTA ESTATES, WILL OFFER STUNNING

technology, floor-to-ceiling glass panels, fireplaces with wraparound

CUSTOM HOMES STARTING AT 4,000 SQUARE FEET.

staircases, wine cellars, custom kitchens with state-of-the-art appliances,

Developed by luxury custom home builders Vegas Valley Views,

master suites with view-oriented Jacuzzis and oversized walk-in closets.

the homes at Bella Vista Estates will be designed with striking mod-

Homeowners will work with landscape specialists to make out-

ern desert architecture to complement the beautiful landscape and

door spaces to suit their personal needs with custom-designed

constructed with superior craftsmanship. The private community of

pools, spas, wet decks, lounging decks, outside dining areas, fire

25 individually gated homes on spacious lots will be surrounded by

pits, outdoor kitchens with barbecue pits and more.

an extensive network of trails for walking and biking. These amazing dream homes will be designed with the distinctive preferences of each owner and with the option to include an array of 24

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Bella Vista Estates is the first development by Vegas Valley Views, which is comprised of a team with more than 30 years of experience in residential and commercial construction.

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“Our communities, starting with Bella Vista

rated public and private schools, the

Estates, will begin with the homeowner,”

entire family can enjoy the nearby Life

Chris Malandrino of Vegas Valley Views says.

Time Athletic, world-class golf and other

“Our first step is a comprehensive consulta-

activities. And, when it’s time for a night

tion with the buyer to understand their vision.

out, Bella Vista Estates is just 15 minutes

Our aim is to build dream homes for everyone

away from the excitement and entertain-

living in Bella Vista Estates.”

ment of the Las Vegas Strip.

To meet with a custom home specialist or

Bella Vista Estates is just minutes

Construction at Bella Vista Estates,

schedule an appointment to visit Vegas Val-

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located just south of West Horizon Ridge

ley Views, 2481 W. Horizon Ridge Parkway,

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CULINARY CREATIONS

SPRING FLAVORS DRAGONRIDGE COUNTRY CLUB CHEF ERIC CASTILLO SHARES HIS REFRESHING SPRING CREATION

EXECUTIVE CHEF ERIC CASTILLO IS AN ARTIST AT HEART. He attended Le Cordon Bleu Culinary School and currently works at the top culinary spot at DragonRidge Country Club and has been developing recipes such as this one.Â "I am a firm believer that cooking food from scratch is the only way to do it," he says. "Combining raw ingredients with new inspiring recipes can truly create something that challenges what we think of as cuisine."

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SEARED SALMON WITH SPRING VEGETABLE COUSCOUS AND CHARRED LEMON VINAIGRETTE Makes 6 servings

INGREDIENTS + 6 5-ounce portions fresh salmon fillet, skin off

DIRECTIONS 1. Season each side of fillets with salt and pepper. 2. In a nonstick pan over medium heat, add a small amount of canola oil. Add salmon and cook until there is a nice crust. 3. Flip and continue to cook until it reaches the desired temperature.Â

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INGREDIENTS FOR THE COUSCOUS + 7 ounces Israeli couscous + 1 tablespoon canola oil + 1 3/4 cups vegetable broth + 14 ounces slender asparagus spears, trimmed, cut diagonally into 3/4-inch pieces (about 2 1/2 cups) + 8 ounces sugar snap peas, trimmed, cut diagonally into 1/2-inch pieces (about 2 1/2 cups) + 1 cup shelled fresh green peas + 1 pint baby heirloom tomatoes, quartered + 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives + 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint

DIRECTIONS 1. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a heavy medium saucepan over medium heat. Add couscous, sprinkle with salt, and sauté until most of the couscous is golden brown, about 5 minutes. 2. Add 1 3/4 cups broth, increase heat and bring to boil. 3. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer until liquid is absorbed and couscous is tender, about 10 minutes, adding more broth by tablespoonfuls if too dry. Chill. 4. Once cool, add asparagus, sugar snap peas, green peas and tomatoes. 5. Season with salt and freshly cracked pepper. Cool. 6. Toss chilled couscous with charred lemon

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HENDERSON HERITAGE PARADE & FESTIVAL

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