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OCTOBER 2019 PUBLISHER

Michael Gerard | michael.gerard@lifestylepubs.com STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER

Karen Reuter CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Melissa Sherman Pearl

Food, School, and a Bit of Surf History

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ARE YOU HUNGRY, LAGUNA NIGUEL​? We’re sure you will be when you devour​this issue. We’ve highlighted some of the most delicious bites our area ​has to offer, and more.

While we don’t like to play favorites, the topic of food is near and dear to our hearts.

After all, food is not only nourishing (and delicious) but it also brings people together— whether it’s a special anniversary dinner, a much-needed lunch break with coworkers, a friend’s birthday party or even a casual weeknight meal with family. Food is often considered one of life’s great pleasures.

But what’s food without a community of friends with whom to share it? As evidenced by the recent 30th Anniversary Carnival, Laguna Niguel is a truly amazing place to be.

Some photos from that historic event are included.

Also, in this issue, we celebrate one of the area’s historic cultural icons, Hobie Alter, and his indelible contribution to what has become today’s burgeoning surfing and beach lifestyle.

CORPORATE TEAM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry

Finally, with the 2019/2020 school year underway, we’ve decided to shine a light on Laguna Niguel’s own St. Anne School. Since 1992, St. Anne’s has been doing some tremendous work—helping students discover what kind of great they want to be!

But, back to the food—We promise we won’t steer you wrong. See p ​ age 22 for our taste test of the amazing "man-wiches" and brews at The Ranch​in Laguna Beach.

Finally, shoot over to page 1​4 for an introduction to renowned master chef, Marc

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Food, school and a bit of surf history. We hope you enjoy, Laguna Niguel​!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE OCTOBER 2019

FEATURES 14 Hitting the 'Marc,' and Then Some Chef Marc Cohen Infuses East Coast Origins into West Coast Style

18 St. Anne School Where Students Discover what Kind of Great They Want to Be

22 'Man-wiches' at The Ranch Laguna Beach Treasure Offers an Authentic and Intensely Local Take on California Comfort Food

28 The Evolution of Hobie Surfboards How Hobie Alter and Dick Metz

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Pioneered the Global Surf Culture and Lifestyle

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14 DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Local Limelight

28 Locally Owned 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Culinary Creations

GOOD TIMES

Kelly Gray Personal Appearance and Fashion Show Kelly Gray, formerly of St. John and now owner of the high fashion brand Grayse, recently shared her journey through weight loss and presented a live fashion show at the Grayse store, San Clemente Outlets. Kelly shared her looks throughout the transformation. With help from Scott Jansen, author of Fast. Eat. Live., Kelly dropped three sizes in three months. GrayseOfficial.com PHOTOGRAPHY BY KAREN REUTER

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Laguna Niguel 30th Anniversary Carnival Laguna Niguel celebrated its 30th anniversary with an incredible three-day carnival that drew approximately 15,000 residents and visitors. The event featured carnival rides, games, fair food and amazing live entertainment. There were also exhibit booths promoting local businesses and service organizations. It was a huge success! Thank you to our wonderful City of Laguna Niguel. CityOfLagunaNiguel.org PHOTOGRAPHY BY HESTON QUAN

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AROUND TOWN

DANCE DISCOVERY FOUNDATION TO HOST ITS ANNUAL DANCE-A-THON FUNDRAISER

addition to CHOC’s 13-bed NICU located within St.

“Kids Helping Kids Through Dance” is the theme

outreach program, the peripherally inserted central

behind Dance Discovery Foundation’s annual Dance-

catheter (PICC) team, NICU clinical outcomes and

a-Thon fundraiser to be held Oct. 6, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. The

the NICU family support program.

event will take place at South Coast Conservatory, 27652 Camino Capistrano in Laguna Niguel.

Joseph Hospital. She will also oversee CHOC’s NICU

Jennie joins CHOC from the University of Chicago Medicine, where she served as its Women’s Care

The Dance-a-Thon will benefit Dancers Against

Center director. She previously worked for the uni-

Cancer, OC GRIP Dance Project, Rising Stars Special

versity’s Comer Children’s Hospital in a variety of

Needs Program, Project Lunch Break and Keep ARTS

leadership roles including manager of pediatric and

Alive. Enjoy a live DJ, barbecue, a bounce house

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VALIANT WOMEN ANNUAL 'THINK PINK' BREAST HEALTH WALL OF HONOR

THE SIGNATURE GALLERY PRESENTS AN EVENING WITH REID RICHARDSON

In October, during Breast Cancer Awareness

The Signature Gallery will be holding an exhibition

Month, Valiant Women of Mission Hospital will

and reception for painter Reid Richardson Oct. 12 in

partner with The Shops at Mission Viejo to host

the Laguna Niguel gallery. The event will run 6:30-9

the "Think Pink" Breast Health Wall of Honor. This

p.m. and will feature Reid's painting as well as live

incredible event encourages the community to

music and refreshments.

honor breast cancer patients and survivors through a beautiful collection of tributes on the wall.

Reid’s bold images of poetic skies and surrealistic landscapes celebrate the journey of life. “My imagery,

Every two minutes, a patient is diagnosed with

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breast cancer. Women in our community have a 1

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT

HITTING THE 'ANDMARC, ' THEN SOME CHEF MARC COHEN INFUSES EAST COAST ORIGINS INTO WEST COAST STYLE ARTICLE MELISSA SHERMAN PEARL PHOTOGRAPHY KAREN REUTER 14

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SUNDAY DINNERS ARE A SACRED TRADITION IN MANY A FAMILY. Whether incorporating a plethora of relatives or enjoying the intimacy of one-on-one, they are an opportunity to connect and a time to reflect. Plus, they can be awfully delicious. For Marc Cohen, this ritual created both fond memories of his Grandma joyously cooking on Sunday and inspired what would become his profession. This revelation has ultimately bestowed unto him the distinct honor of delighting local palates with his three unique restaurants: Laguna Beach’s 230 Forest and Watermarc, as well as Opah Seafood Grill in Aliso Viejo.

While in culinary school at Johnson and Wales University, this driven Baltimore native further honed his skills by working at commercial venues locally. Not just one restaurant—that would be too simple—but the type of facility that featured three meals a day in each of their fine dining, casual dining and banquet spots. Ultimately, this boot camp, if you will, served him well as he went on to participate as a member of the famed Chaîne des Rôtisseurs U.S. Culinary Olympic team that competed and won several gold medals in Frankfurt, Germany.

The award-winning Wonderkid Chef continued his East Coast reign gaining Top Chef honors and the attention of West Coast investors—and so was born 230 Forest Ave. in 1995. Originally conceived as a bistro/market aimed at Laguna’s beachgoers, Chef Cohen’s innovative menu and crafty cocktails brought in elite foodies and earned him the National Silver Plate Award from IFMA in Chicago, as the top independent operator in the country.

The 230 was thriving! Time to embrace another

“WATERMARC IS RICH IN CHOICES BEGINNING WITH MORE THAN 25 GRAZING PLATES— NOT TAPAS, AS THESE ARE ACTUAL FINISHED PLATES.”

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time or energy to head out to Laguna Beach but were in desperate need of a dining sole proprietorship. Chef Cohen took the basic sophistication of 230’s menu to a larger, more casual environment and established Opah Seafood Grill, a gastronomic oasis amidst a desert of corporate fare. The town literally ate it up as the place became the preeminent destination for date nights, happy hours and family dinners.

About 10 years ago, the epicurean maverick embarked on yet another new endeavor as a twolevel space opened up in Laguna Beach’s Peppertree Lane. Chef Cohen could envision the layout of the downstairs bar/fine dining restaurant and romantic, second-floor terrace. The menu would feature “great food paired with great beverage.” Watermarc is rich in choices beginning with more than 25 grazing plates—not tapas, as these are actual finished plates.

This segues into more contemporary and traditional menu components including, from May through the beginning of July, a glimpse into his Maryland roots as he flies in Chesapeake Bay softshell crabs.

With his trifecta complete, Cohen, the executive chef and operating partner, stays true to his north star. The restaurants’ menus may differ, but his commitment to fresh, nonprocessed ingredients in dishes made-to-order unwaveringly prevails. The love of cooking and sharing a meal with family and friends is, to this day, a big part of what keeps him motivated as he tirelessly oversees the three establishments six days a week—except on Sundays.

Though the restaurants are open, Sundays are family days during which he enjoys the outdoor OC lifestyle with his wife, Michelle, and their three grown children.

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e n n A . t S l o o h Sc

WHERE STUDENTS DISCOVER WHAT KIND OF GREAT THEY WANT TO BE

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Established in 1992,

ST. ANNE SCHOOL IS AN INDEPENDENT CATHOLIC SCHOOL IN LAGUNA NIGUEL THAT EDUCATES STUDENTS FROM PRESCHOOL THROUGH EIGHTH GRADE, ENCOURAGING THEM TO EXPAND THEIR WORLD AND DISCOVER THEIR PASSIONS. Walk through the halls of St. Anne School, and you’ll see students holding doors open for guests, collaborating on projects and high-fiving teachers and administrators. St. Anne School is a friendly and nurturing learning environment, focused on educating the whole child. Students at St. Anne are happy, respectful and engaged learners who are ready to discover what kind of great they want to be.

As a Catholic school, St. Anne teaches students from a variety of faith backgrounds to treasure their own faith and encourages them to develop their spirituality as they participate in weekly Mass, daily prayer and community outreach. Opportunities for students to grow in faith include youth ministry for fourth-fifth grades, Christian community service for middle school, religious retreats for students and staff, and the new addition of an accelerated religion class for eighth-graders to explore their faith on a deeper level and pursue leadership opportunities to spread the light of Christ throughout the community.

An Education that Inspires Students to Discover the Kind of Great They Want to Be St. Anne School partners with parents to ensure every child achieves an education that supports their needs, talents and interests while forming their character and spiritual development. The dedicated teachers inspire students to develop independence, discover a love of learning and push themselves to unlock their potential.

Rigorous core academics are enriched by a variety of elective classes and after-school programs, such as Future Problem Solvers, FIRST Lego League, Garage Rock Band, Food and Fitness, Navigating Our World, and more. Students have the opportunity to collaborate with the availability of 21 sports teams and an award-winning performing arts program. St. Anne students have many opportunities to explore what they enjoy and discover the areas where they excel.

Training Teachers on Differentiation Strategies for Every Classroom This year, St. Anne School will continue its twoyear partnership with Dr. Richard M. Cash, Ed.D, an award-winning author and educator who works with

GROWING PROGRAMS

St. Anne teachers throughout the year, looking for

Committed to STREAM Education and 21st Century Learning

trends of student learning and establishing signature

St. Anne School has a new STREAM classroom, centered on project-based

teaching strategies. After observing classrooms, Dr.

learning which allows students to build, problem-solve, collaborate, create

Cash works collaboratively with groups of teachers

and test new ideas. Students work in teams to think, innovate, prototype and

to teach them specific differentiation strategies that

research. The classroom can accommodate projects for science, technol-

stimulate deeper thinking and discussion with stu-

ogy, religion, engineering, art and math. The STREAM room is intentionally

dents. Teachers encourage students to think about

designed with adaptable seating and mobile student desks to support various

the “how” and the “why” and engage students in

modes of learning.

higher-order thinking skills.

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Expanding Learning Support ACCESS Program This summer, St. Anne School established an enhanced, multi-tiered support program for grades K-eighth called ACCESS (Academic and Counseling Center for Educational Support and Success). Under the direction and leadership of Mrs. Kristin Sylvester, St. Anne’s school psychologist, ACCESS provides more availability to learning support through trained faculty and an intervention specialist. St. Anne has increased its ACCESS staffing and is now providing a learning support teacher per grade level (2-5), as well as two in Middle School.

Challenging Students Through Honors Courses Starting in Fifth Grade To further challenge and excite students, St. Anne offers advanced and honors courses to students who have demonstrated abilities beginning in fifth grade with honors math. Middle school students are offered a full honors program.

This coming year, St. Anne will be offering additional honors courses in Middle School and piloting a new science program in fourth-eighth grades, which will provide enriching hands-on lessons.

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their outdoor spaces for students. Last year, St. Anne proudly installed an innovative, state-of-the-art playground for students in lower and middle school, and the students have been eagerly awaiting playtime ever since.

The preschool, outside classroom and play area was also overhauled with the addition of a dedicated area for 2-year-old students, collaborative play equipment such as cascading water tables, and an amphitheater for students to perform, imagine and explore.

REID

RICHARDSON

MAKING A DIFFERENCE Through the past 27 years, St. Anne School has graduated well-rounded, compassionate, creative and curious young adults, well-equipped for a challenging high school experience and ready to live out their own greatness.

Come visit St. Anne School and see how your local independent Catholic school is educating the next generation of global citizens, right here in Laguna Niguel.

Admissions Open House PreschoolEighth Grade: Thursday, Oct. 17, 9-10:30 a.m.

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LAGUNA BEACH TREASURE OFFERS AN AUTHENTIC AND INTENSELY LOCAL TAKE ON CALIFORNIA COMFORT FOOD

'Man-wiches' at The Ranch ARTICLE MIKE GERARD

PHOTOGRAPHY KAREN REUTER

LAGUNA BEACH IS WELL KNOWN FOR ITS MAJESTIC BEAUTY—WITH CANYONS, COVES, SEASIDE BLUFFS AND ITS PICTURESQUE COASTLINE. The city also boasts more than 20,000 acres of protected wilderness, further enhancing the community’s artistic sentiment. The nooks and crannies of such a setting are sure to contain an abundance of hidden treasures. Among the most incredible of these treasures is The Ranch at Laguna Beach.

The Ranch is a boutique coastal ranch hotel, spa, and golf resort that is the perfect blend of all Laguna Beach has to offer. It is nestled in the majestic Aliso and Wood Canyons—situated on an iconic piece of land where the canyons meet the sea.

With a long and celebrated history, The Ranch at Laguna Beach has been re-envisioned as one of Southern California’s newest hotel and spas.

In addition, it was handpicked as California’s only National Geographic Unique Lodge of the World for its exceptional guest experience and commitment to sustainable practices. The Ranch was also voted among the Top 10 Resort Hotels in California by Travel and Leisure.

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Harvest Restaurant at The Ranch, one of Orange County’s newest culinary experiences, is already a locals’ favorite. Fresh-made food and drink are a focus throughout the experience, with many ingredients harvested on the property. What Harvest doesn’t grow onsite is thoughtfully sourced. In addition to its diverse menu, Harvest offers an enticing wine list and 18 craft beers on tap.

For this month’s Hot Spot Feature, we decided to give it a try and taste-test the best “man-wiches” and craft brews Harvest has to offer. Four of us headed out to Harvest for a lunchtime experience that we will never forget.

From the first impression, turning off PCH, there is a feeling you are entering a special space. The tree-lined road winds its way toward the back of the property as glorious canyon and golf course views open up to an arena of serene beauty. The restaurant, bar and private dining room celebrate California’s storied history of organic farming, brewing, and oenology.

Outdoor patio seating unveils stunning Aliso Canyon and golf course views.

Since there were four of us dining together, we decided to try four different sandwiches and cut each one of them into four pieces for sampling. We then paired each with a craft brew for our taste test. We chose the Harvest Club Sandwich, Grilled Swordfish Sandwich, Fried Chicken Sandwich, and the Harvest Burger.

And we were not disappointed. The sandwiches were generous in size, extremely flavorful and impeccably presented. They delivered a truly satisfying meal for any “man-wich” connoisseur!

The beers were paired by our expert servers: House Beer Lager with the club, Eel River Organic Blond Ale with the swordfish, El Sully Mexican Lager with the fried chicken, and Samuel Smith’s Nut Brown Ale with the burger.

Our experience at The Ranch and Harvest Restaurant was a memorable one. We all agreed we’d return as frequent customers, and we’re certain that you will also.

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'MAN-WICHES' AT THE RANCH

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DAVID FETAH Software Executive and Athlete

“MY NEW GO-TO BEER AND SANDWICH HOT SPOT!”

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“THE RANCH IS A GREAT DINING

the FOOD

ROUND 1 /

EXPERIENCE THAT SHOULD BE ON EVERYONE’S LIST!”

Harvest Club Sandwich: Roasted turkey breast, black forest ham, swiss, BLT and avocado on sourdough Brew: House Beer Lager—a bold and authentic premium lager brewed in Santa Monica ROUND 2 / Grilled Swordfish Sandwich: Apple slaw and hot sauce aioli on a brioche bun Brew: Eel River Organic Blond Ale—a light, crisp certified organic blonde ale created with delicate malt characteristics

the SCORE Harvest Club: House Lager:

ROUND 3 / Fried Chicken Sandwich: Rocket arugula, tomato, thousand island sauce and pickles on a brioche bun Brew: El Sully Mexican Lager—a crisp, Mexican-style lager with light

Grilled Swordfish: Eel River Blond:

notes of spice from Northern Brewer hops ROUND 4 / Harvest Burger: Eight ounces of a dry-age blend, cheddar cheese, thousand island sauce and a melody of fixings on a brioche bun Beer: Samuel Smith’s Nut Brown Ale—a relatively dry ale with a rich nutty color and palate of beech nuts, almonds and walnuts 24

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Fried Chicken: El Sully Lager:

Harvest Burger: Smith Brown Ale:

the JUDGES PETER SZYMAN Business Owner

“PAIRING GREAT BEER AND SANDWICHES IS A WORTHY PASTIME!” “I NEED SOME GOLF LESSONS!”

MIKE GERARD Publisher, Laguna Niguel Lifestyle

the VERDICT The Grilled Swordfish Sandwich was our hands-down favorite. For any “man-wich” aficionado, Swordfish

light malt with a subtle bitterness that complemented the swordfish perfectly.

is always an excellent choice, thanks to its lean, yet

If you have not yet experienced The Ranch, you’ll need to add it

meaty texture and mild flavor. Aside from its health bene-

to your bucket list. The history of this coastal property dates all the

fits, this “steak of the sea” is satisfying; plus, it takes well

way back to 1871 when some of the first settlers in Laguna Beach

to spices and marinades. Harvest prepared our swordfish

built a watermelon farm here known as “the ranch.” Inspired by this

perfectly. It was moist and tender with a flavor that burst

history, the property owners pay homage to vintage Laguna Beach.

to life through an apple slaw and hot sauce aioli on a

But the area also embodies a modern eco ethos.

brioche bun.

Its paired brew, the Eel River authentic blond ale, was absolutely delicious. Balanced by a very subtle touch of

Bottom line, the overall experience, arrival to departure, was outstanding. The Harvest team offers a masterfully creative and intensely local take on Californian comfort food.

citrusy spice from Pacific Northwest organic hops, and

Reservations are strongly recommended. Please call Harvest

with an exceptionally crisp palate, this ale balanced the

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Explore the World with

VIKING CRUISES Wednesday, October 16th

|

6:30 - 8pm

After a fun wine tasting, Viking’s Sandra Marshall will describe how to explore the world in comfort. She will detail the river and ocean cruise experience and value, unique ship design and destinations around the world. Bring your questions – this will be a great opportunity to learn everything you can about cruising with Viking!

Plus, ask about Expedia Extras with every cruise including exclusive Expedia group discounts and onboard cash credit!

SPACE IS LIMITED - RSVP TODAY

(949) 273 5444

23866 Aliso Creek Road, Laguna Niguel In the Whole Foods center across from Souplantation

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LOCALLY OWNED

t h e

e v o l u t i o n

o f

HOBIE SURFBOARDS HOW HOBIE ALTER AND DICK METZ PIONEERED THE GLOBAL SURF CULTURE AND LIFESTYLE PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED BY HOBIE SURFBOARDS AND KAREN REUTER

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D

URING THE SUMMER OF 1950,

LAGUNA

BEACH

LOCAL, HOBIE ALTER, SET A COURSE THAT WOULD INFLUENCE

THE

FUTURE

OF THE SURFING AND THE ACTION SPORTS LIFESTYLE. Combining his love of woodworking with a spiritual connection to the sea, Hobie began shaping surfboards from balsa

wood in his father’s garage. Needless to say, the family car quickly lost its home—and what started as craft he shared with friends eventually shaped an entire culture.

Hobie’s genius was in his persistence. He had an insatiable desire to invent, experiment and follow through. But for Hobie, it was a labor of love.

“I started out making maybe 20 boards a summer for friends, and it sure beat being a lifeguard,” he recalled for the Santa Ana Register in September 1981.

By 1954, and 40 tons of sawdust later, Hobie’s father bought him a vacant lot for $1,500. There, he built his own surf shop. Located on Pacific Coast Highway in Dana Point, Hobie’s was the very first surf shop in Southern California. Now a restaurant called “Taco Surf,” the original structure still stands, just two blocks south from the current Hobie Surf Shop that is located on the corner of PCH and Golden Lantern.

“My Laguna run totaled 99 boards. Number 100 came with the purchase of the Dana Point shop,” said Hobie in a later interview for Impressed with polyurethane’s weight to strength

Longboarder Magazine.

At the time, with a few exceptions, surfboards were primarily made

ratio, its unwillingness to soak up water and its abil-

of balsa wood. It was an expensive and wasteful process, however,

ity to be glassed with polyester resin, they went to

with two-thirds of each wood board lying in shavings and sawdust on

work and literally invented the polyurethane foam

the shaping room floor. So, in 1958, Hobie and Gordon “Grubby” Clark,

surfboard. Fearing the competition would cap-

a laminator in his shop, began experimenting with new materials.

ture their formula, the duo rented a beaten down,

TIME LINE

weathered shack in an obscure coastal arroyo (cur-

1950

rently the Festival of the Arts parking lot). They blackened out the windows and set out to perfect their new technology.

The revolution that Hobie Surfboards created forever changed the manufacturing of surfboards and gave birth to the ocean sports lifestyle as we know it today. The new boards were lighter, faster and easier to ride than anything else in the water. Suddenly, everyone wanted to be a surfer, and every surfer wanted a Hobie Surfboard.

1954

Hobie builds his

Hobie builds

first surfboards in

California’s first

1958

Hobie and Gordon

CONTINUED >

1963

Hobie Alter and

“Grubby” Clark

Dick Metz open their

his father’s Laguna

surf shop in

invent the polyure-

Hobie Surf Shop

Beach Garage.

Dana Point.

thane surfboard.

in Hawaii.

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Hobie quickly realized the potential of retail

am going to open this store, and I want you to

expansion and teamed up with Dick Metz, a

run it.” Hobie built the counter, set up some

well-traveled surfer and, ultimately, founder of

racks and made the sign. Dick painted the walls.

Surfing Heritage and Culture Center. Dick was

Hobie then opened up a bank account

a true pioneer of surfing. His world travels influ-

with $50.00, ordered some checks, and gave

enced surfers everywhere and helped to plot the

Dick some money to buy a car. That was it.

travel route for The Endless Summer film—years

Hobie suggested to Dick, “You’ll figure it out.”

before it hit theaters. As the driving force behind

Then, he left for the airport.

Hobie’s retail growth and expansion around the

And figure it out Dick did. A few days later, the

globe, Dick Metz and Hobie flew to Hawaii in

first batch of 17 surfboards arrived by air freight,

1963 with the intent of finding a retail space.

and Dick sold them right off the truck before

They landed at 1475 Kapiolani Blvd., a mod-

they even got into the showroom. The new surf

est retail space located close to the popular

shop was an instant success and a novelty in

surf spot at Ala Moana. Hobie said to Dick, “I’m

Hawaii. The timing was perfect, and Orange

“I STARTED OUT MAKING MAYBE 20 BOARDS A SUMMER FOR FRIENDS, AND IT SURE BEAT BEING A LIFEGUARD.”

County became the undisputed hub of the

from the beach, sail through the surf, and be

technology while providing you with a

newly emergent “surf lifestyle” industry.

easily piloted by one person. What Hobie’s

place to talk shop and make connections.

Dick Metz became a hugely successful

foam surfboard did for surfing, the Hobie Cat

With stores located in Dana Point, Laguna

retailer during the next two decades, work-

did for sailing. Hobie Cats are still the world’s

Beach, San Clemente and Corona Del

ing closely with Hobie to building a network

best-selling catamarans, and it’s hard to find a

Mar, Hobie’s is a place for anyone who

of stores. “We never had anything written

body of water, on any continent, that doesn’t

enjoys the ocean sports lifestyle—and it all

down,” recalls Dick. Hobie had a knack for

have an active Hobie racing fleet.

started with Hobie Alter almost 70 years

picking great locations, and Dick was a master of retail operations. The rest is history.

Today, Hobie Surfboards and Hobie Surf

ago. HobieSurfShops.com

Shops continue with Hobie’s genius of

In the late ’60s, Hobie started experimenting

invention, experimentation, follow-through

with boats. He quickly developed a prototype

and inspired performance. Whether your

for a lightweight, fast and easy-to-sail playboat

interests are in apparel, hand-crafted

based on the Polynesian twin-hulled catama-

surfboards or stand up paddleboards,

ran. This new watercraft could be launched

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OCTOBER

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

3-6

at the beautiful, historic Mission San

shoes-off, feet-up image of island life.

Juan Capistrano on Saturday, Oct. 5,

HondaCenter.com

SIXTH ANNUAL NEWPORT BEACH WINE AND FOOD FESTIVAL

Commerce's Food and Wine Festival

Newport Beach

the San Juan Capistrano Chamber of (The Vintage) is celebrating its 23rd year.

SanJuanChamber.com

ORANGE COUNTY HOME AND HOLIDAY EXPO

Newport Beach Wine and Food is the most exclusive, intimate and world-class epicurean lifestyle event in Southern California. You’ll enjoy one-of-a-kind dinners by celebrity chefs and local masters, taste bites from 40 different

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OC Fairgrounds and Exposition Center

DANCE DISCOVERY FOUNDATION'S ANNUAL DANCE-A-THON FUNDRAISER

Since 1976, the two-day show has featured everything in home improvement and decorating plus unique

South Coast Conservatory, Laguna Niguel

garden displays and gardening work-

chefs and sip from more than 250 vari-

Enjoy a live DJ, barbecue, a bounce

shops, hourly DIY workshops, chil-

eties of wines, spirits and craft brews.

house maze, performances, master-

dren's crafts with Home Depot and

NewportWineAndFood.com

classes and prizes. The Dance-a-Thon

hourly prize drawings. The first 200

will benefit Dancers Against Cancer,

guests each day will get a free knife

3-6

OC GRIP Dance Project, Rising Stars

($10 value), and everyone will receive

Special

a free $25 Wyckes Furniture gift

OC AUTO SHOW

DanceDiscoveryFoundation.org

top restaurants with their executive

Needs

Program,

Project

Lunch Break and Keep ARTS Alive.

The OC Auto Show is the eighth largest in the country. The event offers

card. TheBestHomeShow.com

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Anaheim Convention Center

11 FAMILY FUN NIGHT: SPOOKTACULAR HALLOWEEN FUN!

REID RICHARDSON ARTIST EXHIBITION AND RECEPTION AT THE SIGNATURE GALLERY

ing/shuttle transportation is included.

Center, Laguna Niguel

Through extraordinary visual imagery,

AutoShowOC.com

Join us for a fun, spooktacular adven-

Reid Richardson communicates pro-

ture you'll never forget! Wear your

found visions of hope for the future and

4-5

costume and bring your dancing

nostalgia of his youth. His distinct color

shoes to take part in the Kids Imagine

palette, subject matter and technique

THE YOUNG DUBLINERS AT MOZAMBIQUE

Nation high-energy, interactive show,

resonate with a growing audience.

where children can sing and dance

TheSignatureGallery.com

more than 150 test drives, must-see vehicles and tons of family fun. Kids younger than 12 have free entry. Food trucks will be available, and free park-

Sea Country Senior and Community

the Robot! The festivities begin at

With the summer of 2018 in the rear-

6:30 p.m. with fun Halloween crafts,

view

followed by the show at 7 p.m.

mirror,

the

Young

The Signature Gallery, Laguna Beach

along with Aaron, Rachel and Beatz

Mozambique, Laguna Beach

Dubliners

outdoor festivals back into the clubs.

MozambiqueOC.com

16 TWENTIETH ANNUAL ORANGE COUNTY ARTS AWARDS

have changed gears from the big

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12-13

12

Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa

5

JIMMY BUFFETT IN ANAHEIM

TWENTY-THIRD ANNUAL SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL

It's an evening of celebration and recognition as the Orange County arts

Honda Center, Anaheim

community gathers to honor its arts

Jimmy Buffett isn’t just a singer/song-

stars. Proceeds from this event help

writer—he’s a lifestyle. A Southern boy

fund Orange County's work in arts and

who started his career trying to break

arts education advocacy, its programs

Mission San Juan Capistrano

into Nashville, Buffett eventually made

for public engagement in the arts.

Proudly sponsored by El Adobe de

his way to Key West, Florida, where

ArtsOC.org

Capistrano and Swallow's Inn and held

he

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became

synonymous

with

the

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NINETEENTH ANNUAL HAUNTED TRAILS

YAPPY HOUR AT THE RITZ

HAUNTED SKATE CONTEST

Crown Valley Park, Laguna Niguel

Join other canines and their compan-

Come celebrate Halloween with

There's a hotel in the Valley of

ions at Yappy Hour. Pups sniff and

Laguna Niguel Skate Park at the

Crowns that sat empty for years.

schmooze while human guests relax

Haunted Skate Contest! Skaters

Guides will escort groups through

with a glass of wine, cocktail or beer

will

the old hotel, the lobby, kitchen and

and a selection of barbecue items

food, giveaways, games, amazing

the haunted gardens! This is a

available for purchase. The event is

prizes and much more. Skaters must

very scary event and not recom-

free to attend. Food and beverage are

have a liability waiver signed by a

mended for children younger than

available for purchase.

parent/guardian

The Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel

8 years of age. Wristbands go on sale Monday, Aug. 14 at the Crown Valley

Park

Registration

Office.

CityOfLagunaNiguel.org

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Laguna Niguel Skate Park

enjoy

a

costume

before

contest,

entering

the park. Prices increase Saturday,

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Oct. 26 to $20 for members/$30

NATIONAL PRESCRIPTION DRUG TAKE BACK DAY

CityOfLagunaNiguel.org

for

nonmembers.

contest

is

free

The for

haunted spectators.

City Hall, Laguna Niguel

Bring any unused, unwanted or

ST. ANNE SCHOOL ADMISSIONS OPEN HOUSE

expired prescription medications to City Hall for proper disposal. Play

St. Anne School, Laguna Niguel

your part in keeping prescription

Please join us for our Admissions

pills out of the hands of our youth

Open House for preschool-eighth

and preventing drug use and abuse.

grade on Thursday, Oct. 17, 9-10:30

All you have to do is drive through,

We are always accepting submissions

a.m. Our doors are open, and we wel-

drop off and continue with your

for events you'd like to see included

come you! Text or call 949.371.9932

day—you don't even have to get out

in our Calendar section. Submissions

for

of your car!

are accepted via the Contact Us tab at

more

information.

RSVP

St-Anne.org/OpenHouse.

at

LifestylePubs.com/LagunaNiguel.

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CULINARY CREATIONS

GIMME S'MORE BUILD YOUR OWN S’MORES BOARD PHOTOGRAPHY NICOLETTE MARTIN + DANA RUDOLPH

WHAT

YOU NEED

// Graham crackers // Chocolate bars // Peanut butter cups // Sprinkles // Sea Salt // Chocolate syrup // Caramel syrup // Raspberries // Coconut flakes // Marshmallows // Marshmallow fluff (vegetarian)

MIX +

MATCH

Graham crackers + chocolate bars + marshmallow + caramel syrup + sea salt Graham crackers + peanut butter cups + marshmallow fluff + chocolate syrup Graham crackers + chocolate bars + marshmallow fluff + sprinkles Graham crackers + chocolate bars + marshmallow + raspberries + coconut flakes

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