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f e i h c n i

t Edi Everyone loves food. The satisfaction of eating

a hearty meal is a feeling like no other. We’re all drawn to the food we eat

for different reasons. For some, the healthier options come first (we love to

brag about eating healthy) others, like bragging about being the first ones to find the newest hole-in-the-wall. Some people want atmosphere, but for me, presentation is everything. For me, it’s presentation, presentation, presentation. There is nothing that helps me decide what I’m going to eat more than looking at an appetizing dish, whether it’s being taken to a nearby table at a restaurant or displayed as an ad in our magazine. It’s important for me to know that what I’m going to eat also looks good enough to put into my

One cannot think, love, sleep well, if one has not dined well.

body (and even take a picture).

A quick way to understand a city’s culture is to look at the food that is custom to the area. In El Paso, as we’re so close to the border, you can find an interesting mix of spices, herbs, and cultures. Not only can you get a savory Mexican dish that tastes like your grandmother made it, but seafood and Japanese dishes are becoming more easily accessible.

As you flip through the pages, you’ll notice that this issue is all about food.

It is for people who love to cook, people who love fine dining and people who love “feel-good� food. As gourmet food and celebrity chefs have become more popular, we wanted to dedicate one magazine a year to our foodies. You’ll find that this issue is packed full of great recipes, wonderfully documented with mouth-watering photos. We want you to slow down, just for a few minutes, smell the delectable aromas, watch the butterflies, simply enjoy life. We want to make you eat.

We feature Chef Aarón Sanchez, here from the Sun City, who is a part of The Food Network with multiple shows. We also have Elaine Gordon, a local nutritionist, who helps us find healthier restaurant options. You’ll also want to check out our article about The City Magazine Nacho Field Trip, where a group of us from the office traveled from West to East in search of El Paso’s best nachos. On a budget? We put two readers up to a dinner challenge – you’ll want to read how to cook a dinner for two under $8.00 on page 48.

After reading this issue, take your tastes buds through a culinary experience around El Paso.

–Virginia Woolf

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The City

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AN INTERVIEW WITH A LOCAL BUSINESS WOMAN

The City

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N CHO n a NA A’cho CHO

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By: SAMUEL HORSTMAN

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EL PASO’S NEWEST CULINARY CREATION

The City

GET YOUR EAT AND DRINK ON IN FIVE POINTS By: BRENDA CASTANEDA

By: DENISE NELSONPRIETO

Challenge By: PABLO DELGADILLO

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Where Are They Now?

Aarón Sanchez By: KRYSTA AYERS

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So You Think Yoult’rhey?

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PROFILES

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Hidde n Gem

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City Fashionista

Power of thePurse

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Spirituality Is It Possible to

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Beauty

In & Out

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Year of the

VALENTINE’S DAY BEAUTY BUYS

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100 His Prerogative

By: ADRIAN VAQUERA SILVA

By: GRACE THE PSYCHIC LADY

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10 FITNESS HACKS THAT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE By: LIZZIE MARTINEZ

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Make a Wish

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Medical

BEATING THE ODDS

A VALENTINE’S DINNER

SPREADING HOLIDAY JOY

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By: SAMUEL HORSTMAN

By: ELAINE GORDON

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An Interview With A Local Business Woman | By: NEISSHA KING |

Amanda Narvaez

Co-Owner, Los Colorines You Have to Trust Yourself to Make It! Holly is truly a go-getter. No stranger to the business world, as she comes from a successful family (her father is in a similar business), yet her desires were not that of her father’s. She actually had aspirations of becoming a doctor, but life had a different course of action. After finding herself divorced and a single parent, she decided to join the family business.

The biggest risk I’ve taken: Is starting my own business. My father presented me with an opportunity, guidance and some start-up money, and therefore I decided to take a chance. It was never my goal to be a business owner. Six years into the business, and six employees later, I am glad that I did.

Business lessons to remember: You have to trust that you can make it. During the first year it was extremely challenging. Even though I was the only employee, the business did not make any money … actually, it lost money. There were times I was unable to receive a paycheck, yet as a single parent I had to support myself and my son. I sought out additional ways to bring in income, which was extremely exhausting as I not only spent hours in the business, but that on a second job as well. I quickly realized the business would have to make money in order to move forward. I advise, only keep going forward if you can see the light at the end of the tunnel, I was able to see that light. I trusted myself to make it. I’ve also learned that it is important not just to work in the business, but on your business. When you are the only one, you’re really an employee and your own boss. You have to be willing to hold yourself accountable as you would any other employee.

You’ll never regret: Taking a leap of faith to start the business.

The moment I knew I made it: Hearing that I was Home Depot’s largest woman-owned transportation provider.

My everyday mantra: Pre-plan your day. Time management is an absolute must. You have to set and be committed to your daily priorities.

I’m glad that I’ve never: Given up. There are times it can become quite overwhelming and I’ve thought about quitting, but my pride won’t allow me to do so. I’ve never wanted to be seen as the one who couldn’t make it. I wanted to prove to myself, and others, that I can do it and I’m thankful that I am.

My greatest joy: Being able to build my dream home and provide a lifestyle for my family that I’ve always desired.

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N CHO n a NA A’cho CHO Regular Field Trip | By: SAMUEL HORSTMAN photography by: TOMMIE MORELOS |

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s the sun began to set on a chill Saturday evening, several members of The City Magazine family headed out on a “field trip” to find the best nachos in El Paso.

What we discovered though, was that each restaurant offered a unique quality to their dish and selecting an overall winner seemed unjust.

It was decided that we would determine what we liked best from each restaurant. Members of the nacho excursion ranked each dish on presentation, flavor, topping ratio and crispiness of chips. As for restaurant selections, staff members nominated a place from each side of town and those with the most votes were selected.

In the end, we visited four restaurants, ate more than a pound of cheese, took countless pictures, made a few “cheesy” puns, met some interesting characters and had a great time doing it. If you plan to do your own “Nacho Field Trip,” it’s recommended to go in a group (you’ll have more fun that way). In no particular order, we present to you our best nacho selection.

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Sabertooth | Bar Nachos | $8.00 Found under the “snacks” section of the menu, Sabertooth’s Bar Nachos are topped with cheese, fresh chopped tomatoes, pickled jalapeños, cilantro and your choice of chopped chicken, pork or steak (we chose pork). The homemade chips and their crispness added to the overall flavor of the dish and served as the perfect start to our outing. The serving size of the dish is great for two or three people and is good as an appetizer or a snack with your drinks when you are out in West El Paso. As a whole, we liked the flavor of the fresh tomatoes and the pork.

VOTED: Best Chips

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Kiki’s Mexican Restaurant chicken Nachos | $8.70 Located in Northeast El Paso, Kiki’s has become a local favorite and it was no surprise to find the restaurant packed and filled with people from all walks of life. That didn’t stop them from providing us with their signature hospitality though.

Kiki’s Chicken Nachos are topped with beans, cheese, pickled jalapeños, shredded chicken, tomatoes and sour cream. The vast assortment of toppings is all put on their homemade tostadas. Possibly one of the more hearty plates, it is highly recommended to pair it with a side of their own guacamole if you can find the room.

VOTED: Best Chicken

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Steve’Os Eat & Drink Brisket Nachos | $12 This Eastside establishment has gained a reputation for their creative burgers, but what also gets people talking is their Brisket Nachos. Topped with brisket, nacho cheese, tomatoes, sour cream, pico de gallo and guacamole, you’ll be staring at a mountainous plate and wonder how to start eating it. Serving size is excellent for couples or a group of four. Be warned though, as you savor your nachos prepare for the nice kick of heat that settles in your mouth as you reach for your second chip. The traditional nacho cheese was refreshing, as it didn’t take away from the flavor of other toppings.

VOTED: Best Presentation

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The Tap Nachos Mexicana $12 Our trip ended at one of downtown El Paso’s oldest dive bars, The Tap. This city favorite offers several choices when it comes to nachos, but nothing tops their Nachos Mexicana.

Topped with brisket, beans, muenster cheese, tomatoes, onions and pickled jalapeños, The Tap’s homemade and large tostada chips will not leave you hungry at the end of the night. A great dish to eat alone or to share with a friend, you’ll be licking the plate clean. The cheese used on the Nachos Mexicana was selected as our favorite of the night.

VOTED: Best Chip to Topping Ratio

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“All you need is love.

But a little chocolate now and then doesn’t hurt.”

-Charles M. Schulz

“If you really want to make a friend, go to someone’s house and eat with him... the people who give you their food give you their heart.”

-Cesar Chavez “Life is uncertain.

Eat dessert first.”

- Ernestine Ulmer

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“I cook with wine.

Sometimes I even add it to the food.”

-W.C. Fields

“If you’re afraid of butter, use cream.”

-Julia Child “I am not a glutton I am an explorer of food.”

-Erma Bombeck

“Vegetables are a must on a diet. I suggest carrot cake, zucchini bread and pumpkin pie.” -Jim Davis

“Your body is not a temple, it’s an amusement park.

Enjoy the ride.”

-Anthony Bourdain, Kitchen Confidential: Adventures in the Culinary Underbelly

“Eating is so intimate. It’s very sensual. When you invite someone to sit at your table and you want to cook for them, you’re inviting a person into your life.”

-Maya Angelou “As a child my family’s menu consisted of two choices: take it or leave it.” -Buddy Hackett

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ne of only two local breweries, Ode Brewing

the posh downtown eatery, Tabla, was one of

Other local fare includes wild caught, fresh

Salinas’ accounts.

New Mexico trout for one of Ode’s star attractions, the trout nachos. Similarly,

is a foray into a delightful

dining and drinking adventure.

“The inspiration behind Ode came about

the mushrooms that adorn some of the

It provides a gourmet experience, minus the

after we had done a couple of beer dinners

restaurant’s dishes come from a local

fuss. Rustic charm and a laid-back, friendly staff

when Albert was still a distributor,” Portillo

grower. Salinas takes advantage of Fabens

are part of the allure and a great compliment to

said. “We saw the beer market changing in

honey for his Honey IPA, and has employed

Ode’s tour de force: great beer and food. Ode

El Paso and decided to strike while the iron

the services of a local wheat farmer for the

is helping expand the city’s appetite for one-of-

was hot.”

grain component of his Belgian Wit.

a-kind epicurean enterprises.

Along with providing a superb epicurean

Portillo explained the importance of utilizing

“Ode is a new concept for El Paso; it’s

experience, Salinas and Portillo strive to

community resources:

just a little bit different than what people

utilize as many local vendors as possible.

here are accustomed to. We make sure

Case in point is one of the newest brews

“We’re really focusing on using as many

we train our staff to have a good rapport

Salinas has cooked up.

local vendors as we can, which is still pretty difficult in El Paso, but it’s getting better.

with the customers. We try to engage our customers and make them as comfortable

“We teamed up with local coffee roasters,

Buying local just puts money back in local

as possible, while guiding them through the

2 Ten, who cold brews the coffee for our

pockets. A lot of the vendors start off as

dining experience,” explained co-owner and

oatmeal coffee porter, ‘Morning Wood,’”

sole-owner, small operations, and build up a

executive chef, Norbert Portillo.

Salina said. “We’re distributing that beer,

little capital to expand. By staying local and

along with our others to all three Crave

supporting local, everyone benefits.”

Co-owner and head brewer, Albert Salinas,

locations, so when you have Morning

began his partnership with Portillo several

Wood you’re really helping out three local

Crave, Tabla, The Black Orchid Lounge and

years ago. Salinas worked as a craft beer rep

businesses—us, Crave, and 2 Ten.”

the newly opened Tin Man all offer Ode’s

for a local distributor. Portillo’s claim to fame,

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February, 2016 beers. However, Salinas hopes many more establishments will be added to the roster with the addition of two new 14-barrel fermenters, which will be in production soon.

“When that happens, you’ll see Ode beer all over the city,” he said.

The brewery has its five flagship beers on draught, along with another tap dubbed “The Squeege,” which is reserved for one of Salinas’ friends and guest brewers.

“He comes in once a month and he can pretty much do whatever he wants,” Salinas said.

Portillo explains the food and beer at Ode enjoy an egalitarian status. While he and the other cooks strive to compliment the beer and utilize it in their recipes as much as possible, the ultimate goal is to create quality, unique offerings with no restrictions.

He expands: “The beer and food are creating their own identity and we don’t want one or the other limiting creativity. We try to use the beer as much as we can to cook with, but the beer takes so long to brew. With cooking, we can add and take stuff off on a daily basis.”

Both Salinas and Portillo strive to expand the offerings at Ode by experimenting with different methods, recipes, ingredients and feeding off the creative synergy that results.

In the pipeline right now is a barrel-aged Russian Imperial stout for which Salinas ordered whiskey barrels.

“It will be the first time El Paso has a bourbon barrel-aged beer,” he said.

Ode Brewing is a casual, comfortable place that offers a variety of delectable treats.

Salinas and Portillo are passionate about what they do, and it is readily apparent in every sumptuous sip and bite.

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“For the Right Reasons: America’s Favorite Bachelor on Faith, Love,

“The Last Summer of Chelsea Beach”

Marriage, and Why Nice Guys Finish First” By: Sean Lowe

By: Pam Jenoff If you are craving a great story of romance look no further than

Sean Lowe, one of the most remembered stars of ABC’s “The

“The Last Summer at Chelsea Beach” by Pam Jenoff. When Adelia

Bachelor,” revisits his experience on the show (which just premiered

Monteforte flees to America from her home in Italy, the last thing she

with it’s 20th season last month) and other thoughts about his faith,

was looking to find was love. But when she meets the boy next door,

his marriage with Catherine and other thoughts in his first novel, “For

she falls head over heels. Set in the days of World War II; follow the

the Right Reasons.” If you were a Sean Lowe fan or are just looking

life and the love that comes even in the darkest hour.

for advice on love and life this book is a great read!

“Who Do You Love” “The Art of Not Having It All: One Woman’s Guide to Love, Men,

By: Jennifer Weiner

Sex and Other Everyday Disasters By: Melissa Kite

Did you ever love someone . . . but the timing wasn’t right? “New York Times Bestselling” author Jennifer Weiner explores love out of

In her hilarious and sincere memoir, Melissa Kite relives her life of the

touch with time in her novel, “Who Do You Love.” This is the classic

modern woman. Living in England, she goes through life trying to do

tale of a couple that fall in and out of love with each other . . . unable

everything while simultaneously being plagued by trying to date in her

to call it quits.

mid-thirties with nothing but Mr. Wrongs all around her. Funny and brash, this is for the everyday woman who needs a good laugh, but also reassurance that no one is perfect.

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El Paso’s

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elicious” and “amazing” are direct

that understands the culture and diversity of this great city. The

translations of the Japanese word

talented team he has assembled for his restaurant has many years of

“oishii,” and the name of the newest

experience and knowledge of the unique infusion of regional elements

restaurant owned by businessman, David

in the preparation of their cuisine. They use only the freshest, organic

Chen. Oishii is home to the latest addition

ingredients and delicately create a delectable fusion of local flavors of

in the continued revitalization of Downtown

the Southwest with authentic Japanese flavor.

El Paso. Oishii is located next door to the historic

Plaza Theater at 125 Pioneer Plaza and opened this month. Although

What makes this restaurant different from the other Japanese

the building is owned by the city, its historical integrity has been

restaurants in El Paso? Chen proudly explains that in addition to the

preserved during the development of this fine dining restaurant.

excellent cuisine, his restaurant presents an ambiance that will make

Chen, who has multiple restaurants and other businesses here, was

you feel that you are in the heart of the island of Japan. The décor

committed to keeping the history of this location and has made sure

includes hanging cherry blossoms, two very large custom saltwater

that all of its historical value was kept intact. The location of Oishii was

tanks, Zen artistry and Buddha’s throughout the restaurant. To create

also his commitment to the city, the management of the economic

an even more distinct atmosphere, Oishii is divided into two separate

development and growth of downtown El Paso and others who have

dining areas.

contributed to the preservation of this area. “I believe in investing in the city that I call home. I have a deep understanding of economics

The first dining area, located on the left side, is the Samurai Room,

and economic development and I want to be a part of it”, says Chen.

which features a bar, a dining area that is more conducive to a quick,

He gives a lot of credit to the city and its leaders for investing in the

business-type meal and a wine cellar. The other dining area, located on

revitalization of El Paso.

the right, is the Geisha Room. This room is designed for a more relaxing, fine dining experience and also features their signature sushi bar.

Oishii brings authentic Japanese cuisine to downtown El Paso, which is also adjacent to the growing Arts District. His dedication to this

Chen is very proud of the fact that his restaurant carries a wide selection

city is very apparent as he is also committed to hiring local talent

of the finest wines, spirits and sake from Japan. He adds that it will

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Oishii

It has been a good blessing to see individuals invest in the city and that their investments are bringing life back to El Paso’s downtown scene.

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soon feature a custom created sake from

options for both entertainment and fine

Japan that is being made especially for Oishii.

dining. This beautiful transformation of what was once an empty structure in downtown El

Oishii is open five days a week, Tuesdays

Paso fits perfectly within the cultural scene.

through Saturdays, for lunch and dinner.

The specialties of the house are duck,

David Chen is passionate about El Paso.

pork, sashimi and, of course, sushi. Many

He is passionate about his work and his

of the traditional family recipes have an

investments throughout this region. He is

infusion of local flavor to satisfy the most

helping to develop a city in which we can

discriminating palettes.

all be proud of saying, “it has been a good blessing to see individuals invest in the city

With the opening of this dining venture, Chen

and that their investments are bringing life

has also provided another venue for live music

back to El Paso’s downtown scene.”

in downtown El Paso. Oishii will feature local contemporary and jazz musicians, as well

The citizens of this great city are grateful to

as authentic Japanese entertainment as

individuals like David Chen who are dedicated

part of the ambiance that is unique to this

to making El Paso a better place by making

restaurant. This will give patrons of Oishii

their vision a reality for all of us to enjoy.

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Charity Register February Opportunities to Give & Support GoldenHearts Benefit Banquet Event: Join the Golden Retriever Rescue of El Paso (GRREP) in raising funds for another

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great year of helping our four legged friends. This gala will raise support for the GRREP to continue rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming animals all across our city. With guest speaker, Luis Carlos Montalvan, a “New York Times” award-winning author, you are not going to want to miss this.

Details:

The banquet will be held at the El Paso Marriott Feb. 6 at 6 p.m. For more

information, visit the goldenretrieverrescueofep facebook page. Tickets are $65.

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raised at the run will go to supplies for students and faculty of Arrowhead Park. All participants

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Park High Schools 3600 Arrowhead Drive Las Cruces, New Mexico 88011. Registration is $30

event is sponsored by Arrowhead Park Early College High School. Funds

will also receive a t-shirt.

Details: The race will occur on Sunday, Feb. 14, 2016 from 8:45 to 11:45 at Arrowhead for adults and $20 for students.

Fire Truck Pull Event: Don’t miss the ultimate game of tug of war at the Greater El Paso Fire Truck Pull sponsored by Special Olympics of El Paso. Get you and your friends (a team of 10) together for this exciting day and raise money for a great cause.

Details: The Fire Truck Pull will occur on Feb. 20 at CASA Ford 5815 Montana Ave. EL Paso, Texas 79925. Registration per team is $250 ($25 per person). For more information and to register, go to: http://www.sotx.org/news-events/fire-truck-pull/a19/register-now.html

24th Annual Komen El Paso Race for the Cure® Event: Support research into breast cancer in the continued search for the cure! 75% of every dollar raised in El Paso stays in El Paso to help those facing Breast Cancer today. 25% of the funds raised will go to cutting edge research. This fun 5K will even feature a new route through Downtown El Paso and Southwest University Park.

Details: This year, the Komen El Paso Race for the Cure will be sponsored by Mattress Firm. The race is Feb. 28, 2016 at 8 a.m. so register today at komenelpaso.org. For more information, call (915) 533-4433. www.thecitymagazineelp.com

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King Crab Executive Chef Pierre McCray is heating up

With seafood shipped in daily, King Crab

King Crab’s second location will be open

the kitchen at King Crab. As El Paso’s first

offers the freshest seafood on their menu.

this month at 317 N. Mills in downtown El

Cajun-style seafood boil restaurant, it’s only

Paying homage to New Orleans, Chef Pierre

Paso and will excitedly be expanding to San

fitting that Chef Pierre is the head of the

cooks home-style gumbo from scratch,

Antonio in a few months time.

kitchen. Born in New Orleans, Louisiana, Chef

which has become one of their most popular

Pierre has brought the heart of New Orleans

items. The spotlight shines on the seafood

For the most authentic seafood experience,

and his Cajun influence to El Paso. For anyone

boils, though. These are served “traditional

why would you go anywhere else?

wanting to light a fire under their palate, King

style,” being poured out onto the table over

Crab is the spot in El Paso to do so.

butcher paper tablecloths. There’s crawfish,

King Crab

lobster, fried cod, mussels, clams, oysters…

1700 N. Zaragosa Rd.

is your mouth watering yet?

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Pho King Pho King is making big strides in El Paso. With a new location in downtown El Paso, and a clever play on words, the Vietnamese restaurant is your go-to place to get the most delicious pho in town.

The only way to eat authentic cuisine from Vietnam is to have food prepared by an expert of Vietnamese food. At Pho King, our chef, Mr. Chung, has come from Vietnam and has shared with El Paso his culinary talents. This includes his family’s secret pho recipe that includes 47 savory ingredients. At a very fair price, you can build your own pho, choosing up to four types of protein including fat brisket, well done brisket, tripe, meatballs and more. The broth is cooked by Chef Chung for 16 hours so that foodies in El Paso can experience the rich taste of Vietnamese food.

Part of Texas Panda Concept, Pho King will be the only pho restaurant you will want to eat at. Come and enjoy a meal so that you too can say that it is Pho King great.

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The Garden Grill & Bar The Garden Grill & Bar, located inside the

Since its inception in 2006, Chef Luis has

Hilton Garden Inn/University, is saving a

developed creative menus, which change

table for you. The Garden Grill & Bar is not

semi-annually. Customer favorites, like it’s

just for the out-of-town guest, but for all of El

popular Green Chili Soup, are served all year

Paso to enjoy. Executive Chef Luis-Armando

round. Their talents are showcased during

Aduato has over 20 years of experience

Wine Dinners held throughout the year

and is serving an eclectic taste of American

featuring some of the best wines in the world.

cuisine, with a dash of the world. Chef

Their passion for cooking is showcased by the

Aduato Graduated from California Culinary

dishes which create an experience rivaling that

Academy in San Francisco, California. Sous

of the city’s best local restaurants. University

Chef Ruben Gutierrez is a graduate of the

staff and students, and Medical Facilities

EPCC Culinary Arts Program. Together they

employees can enjoy a 10% discount. Step

The Hilton Garden Inn El Paso/University

have created menus to satisfy even the most

out of the box and into Garden Grill & Bar;

111 W. University Ave.

refined palate.

where you will find something special to

El Paso, Texas 79907

make it your new favorite place to go.

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The El Paso Club A “High Point” of El Paso!

Nestled atop the Chase Tower in Downtown El Paso, The El Paso Club is a 53-year tradition in fine dining and a true “high point” of our city. General Manager, Bobby Lyons, is committed to growing the tradition of excellence in service that goes above and beyond for club members and their guests; from savory lunch buffets, exquisite fine dining, or sheer lounging in an enjoyable and relaxing atmosphere over the 18th floor skyline views. With over 250+ worldwide club affiliations, including clubs in England, Japan and Australia, services can be “reciprocated” for traveling members with just a simple phone call to Mr. Lyons.

Private memberships are available to both profit or nonprofit businesses and clubs in El Paso.

Banquet Manager, Marcelo Guerrero, ensures that each and every occasion is as special as can be for all members, whether it be an anniversary, wedding, or birthday celebration. As Mr. Lyons assures, their mission is to, “improve the quality of life in El Paso and share in the success.” Find out for yourself and visit the club during their weekend Valentine’s Day celebration from Friday, February 12th to Sunday, February 14th.

The El Paso Club 201 E. Main Dr.

Please direct membership inquiries to Bobby Lyons at 915-544-1135.

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ithin the last few years, various

Maggie Asfahani decided to open Salt + Honey

businesses have helped breathe new

Bakery Café in Five Points, slated to open this

life into the historic Five Points area.

March. Part of her decision for choosing this

Since the inception of businesses like

location was influenced by the lack of dining

Coconuts and Joe Vinny & Bronsons Bohemian

diversity in the area.

Café, a frenetic domino effect has taken place.

A handful of unique eateries and watering holes

“I know a lot of people who live in the

have sprung up, offering an array of epicurean

neighborhood and they always complain about

delights to satisfy any palette.

having to travel to different parts of the city to

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get some variety,” she said. “I see Salt +

there. I visited Australia and Sydney has a

Honey as an enhancement to existing places

really robust coffee and café culture, and Salt

in the area like JVB, Dewey’s Corner Pub and

+ Honey is sort of inspired by that kind of feel.

1/8 [Pizza Pub].”

It’s very different than what you’d consider an American kind of brunch or breakfast.”

Much of the menu is a nod to the European and Australian café culture, as well as an

Joe Vinny & Bronsons Bohemian Café is a

embrace of Asfahani’s Lebanese heritage.

cultural mini mecca. On any given day you’ll

She touts it as an “international” dining

find an eclectic mix of patrons, from starving

experience,

artist types to business professionals, all

with

snippets

of

different

cultures meshed together.

lured in by the laid-back, cozy atmosphere and great food. “Bohemian” is indeed the

The bill of fare will include yummy items

chord that is struck at the café, as artists

like cinnamon rolls, scones, baklava, pie and

from across the spectrum are embraced and

coffee, along with a variety of sandwiches

showcased. The Honeyguide, the gallery

and soups. Vegan and gluten-free items will

that is part of the café, showcases art by a

be offered as well. Patrons can also get their

different local person each month.

drink on, as Salt + Honey will serve beer and wine as well.

Owner Christine Estrada explains how the idea for JVB originated:

Brunch will be served all day and Asfahani says her eats will not be typical American

“My husband Robert and I live in the

brunch chow. She explains:

neighborhood, and JVB is a place we felt was needed here. We designed it so that

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“There are a lot of restaurants that are doing

when you come in you feel like it’s another

brunch; [At Salt + Honey] the offerings are

extension of your home; just another place

going to be different from what’s already out

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The JVB menu is quaintly divided into

“I saw this area and thought it was pretty

“Herbivore” and “Carnivore” sections. Items

cool,” he said. “I thought ‘let’s bring some

such as Greek salad, burgers and fries, veggie

more action to the area’ so here we are.”

pita, and ceviche comprise the fare. The café has enlisted the help of local bakeries, The

Although billed as a pizza pub, 1/8 is more

Orange Peel and Sweet Addiction, for its

of an Italian café. Menu items such as

baked goods.

antipasto salad, cioppino [an Italian seafood stew], and an array of pizzas grace the menu.

Patrons will also find an impressive array of

Diamos says they have a great beer and wine

bottled and draught micro brews, as well as

selection and plans to install an espresso

about 12 wines to choose from.

machine are in the works.

“The wine aspect is something we want to

Diamos offers a droll, albeit circuitous,

expand on in a way that would be similar to

explanation of the name’s origin:

the craft beer experience, sort of like the journey you take; we recently put up a wine

“Over a few drinks one night with a friend,

bar; trying to get people past the intimidation

the idea of 1/8 came up and it was something

that’s sort of attached to wine and be able to

I wanted to use. So it can mean 1/8 of a pizza,

have a conversation about good wines.”

which is a slice . . . or 8 pints to a gallon. Every time someone asks us, we say something

1/8 Pizza Pub opened its doors a few months

different. The logo is eye catching and people

ago. Owner George Diamos, who also owned

are always asking, so that’s a plus.”

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the shuttered Cincinnati Street Bar in Kern Place, saw the potential of the Five Points

Whether your tastes are rich, savory, salty,

area when choosing a locale for his pub.

or sweet, the Five Points area has a little something for everyone!

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Paying $8 for a meal for two sounds absurd, right? Budgeting for meals will make anyone nostalgic of their college days but being savvy about how much we spend on a good meal should be timeless.

We wanted to put two of our readers up to the challenge and see if producing an $8 meal for two people was possible (without eating ramen from the cup). Our two readers got back to us and this is what we got.

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n i e t s r e v l i S a Analis ator n i d r o o C s t n Special Eve gical Society El Paso Zoolo er challenge with nalisa accepted the $8 dollar dinn sure if she could some hesitation, as she wasn’t just eight dollars. cook her usual dinner for two with to make sure “I was nervous because I wanted research little a did She it looked nice and tasted good!” was that in the budget on what she could prepare with ken was the way to go given to her and decided that chic lly have chicken once because she and her husband usua lenge because my New or twice a week. “I took the chal more, so I wanted Year’s resolution was to try to cook also provide a glutento share a recipe I really liked and for Analisa was to find free version.” The hardest part on some) but luckily for the right ingredients (or cut back same store, although it her, she found everything in the l to shop for the right took her a little more time than usua everything in the same ingredients. “I was happy I found coupons.” The dinner store and didn’t have to use any to four people and it was was more than enough for three arch. a mix of her own recipe and rese

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ken c i h C n o m e Dish: L rdura La Ve n-free version and a “For this recipe I made a glute usually how we cook in regular version because that is these two versions we our house. Even though we made the gluten free version, were able to stay in budget! For with zucchini noodles. we replaced spaghetti noodles ally yielded three to They both were fantastic. This actu four servings.”

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February, 2016 Ingredients: 1 1/2 lb. of chicken breast tenders 2 whole mushrooms 3 cloves of garlic 3-6 Tbsp. of organic extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO) 1 pint of grape tomatoes 1 zucchini 1 packet of spaghetti 1 lemon Dash of onion powder Dash of red peppers Salt and Pepper to your tasting

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Heat a medium pan with three tablespoons of EVOO on medium. Cut the chicken into cubes and then cook in the pan until the chicken browns. Start boiling the water for the noodles.

Cut the grape tomatoes in halves and the mushroom into slices. Peel the garlic cloves and mince.

Once the chicken browns, throw the vegetables in the mixture and cook 3-4 minutes or until the chicken is at 165F. Start cooking the noodles in the pot.

For Gluten-Free version: Use a zucchini noodle tool to make your noodles. Heat a pan on medium: and pour 2 tablespoons of EVOO on the pan and cook the noodles for 2-3 minutes.

Lemon Sauce: In a small bowl whisk the juice of 1 lemon, 2 tablespoons of olive oil and the onion powder.

Once the noodles are ready, you can mix them in with the chicken pan or just place your noodles/zucchini noodles on a plate and top with the chicken and veggie mixture. Then, top the dish off with the lemon sauce mixture.

Sprinkle with grated cheese or red pepper flakes if you want to add some spice and enjoy!

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arina took on the challenge because she was determined to do it and knew she could conquer it. “My initial plan was to make some turkey chili but I realized I

didn’t had enough money for it so I went with a classic spaghetti and meatballs.” Her plan B (the spaghetti) was the perfect recipe to tackle for this challenge because it’s affordable and the ingredients are pretty basic. “A good recipe is tasty no matter what your ingredients are.” Marina bought all her ingredients in one store but she did have to cut out some “fancy” ingredients like basil and Parmesan cheese. “I didn’t use any coupons. I did cut on some ingredients but everything worked perfectly! Even the meatballs were meatier than the original recipe.” Marina researched the recipe and just tweaked it to work in her favor, which was perfect because her husband loves spaghetti and meatballs. It made more than enough for the both of them and they even had some leftovers.

Dish: Spag and Meatb hetti alls “This is a pretty solid spaghetti and meatballs recipe. If you want to get fancy with it (which we normally do), we follow the Martha Stewart school of thought, which dictates that when cooking, one should use the best ingredients possible. So when we’re not on an $8 budget, we use organic crushed tomatoes, Italian bread for the fresh breadcrumbs, we add basil to the sauce and a quarter cup of fresh grated Parmesan to the meatballs. Disclaimer: my receipt doesn’t say $8 because I had to purchase six eggs to get just one. Technically speaking, I came in under the $8 budget for a total of $7.78. Enjoy!”

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Ingredients for the sause:

Ingredients for the meatballs:

2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

1/2 lb. ground lean beef

3 Tbsp. minced onion

1 egg

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 Tbsp. finely chopped flat-leaf parsley

1 14-oz. can crushed tomatoes

1 small garlic clove, minced

Pinch of sugar

Salt and ground black pepper

1 Tbsp. of finely chopped flat-leaf parsley

2 slices white bread, crusts removed

Pinch of dried oregano

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Salt and ground black pepper

1/2 lb. (8 oz.) spaghetti

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Preparation:

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Make the sauce: Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent, about 2 minutes. Add garlic and sauté just until softened, about 30 seconds. Add tomatoes with their juice, a pinch of sugar and parsley. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until sauce is slightly thickened, about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add oregano and salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 1 minute more.

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Make the meatballs: In a food processor, pulse the bread until fine. In a mixing bowl, add the beef, eggs, parsley and minced garlic, bread crumbs, then salt and pepper as desired. Add 2 tablespoons of water. Mix well. Shape into 1 to 1 1/2-inch meatballs. This should yield 10-12 meatballs.

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Heat the oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat.

Add meatballs and fry until undersides are brown and slightly crisp, about 5 minutes. Turn and brown the other sides, about 5 minutes more. Transfer cooked meatballs to paper towels to drain, then add to the marinara sauce. Mix gently.

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Bring a large pot of water with 2 teaspoons of salt to a rapid boil. Add spaghetti and cook as directed.

Serve meatballs and sauce over pasta.

Sprinkle w/ parsley.

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anchez S El Paso has a lot of talent and a

On Food Network’s “Chopped”, Sanchez

lot of success stories. Sometimes

has a distinct voice and perspective on

the city is lucky enough to have that talent stay,

the food contestant’s whip up. He is easily

but other times our talented El Pasoans must

recognizable from his tattoo-covered hands

move on to accept greater opportunities. One

(he’s a partner at Daredevil Tattoo in New

of those El Pasoans is Aarón Sanchez. Born

York). On “Taco Trip” his ease with talking to

in El Paso and raised in his mother’s kitchen,

people about food is apparent and is really

Sanchez took a lifetime opportunity in New

what captures audience’s attention. Other

York to join The Food Network.

shows he has been on include, “Best Thing I

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Ever Ate”, where he featured his hometown,

Since being away from the Sun City, Sanchez

El Paso, “Heat Seekers”, “The Next Iron

has made a name for himself in the culinary

Chef”, and “Chef vs. City”. So, if you watch

world. Graduating with a culinary degree at

The Food Network at all, you’re sure to have

Johnson and Wilson University in Rhode

seen him on your screen at some point.

Island, he has used his skills and knowledge to launch him further into his career. He is

Sanchez is not only a TV personality on The

currently a frequent judge on the hit series

Food Network, but he also owns several

on The Food Network, “Chopped”. He also

restaurants in the U.S, giving back to the

hosts the Emmy Award-nominated show,

people his culinary expertise. Unfortunately,

“Taco Trip” on the Cooking Channel. On both

Sanchez has not opened a restaurant in El

of these shows you can catch Sanchez’s

Paso…yet. But, if you’re ever in New Orleans

vibrant personality and enthusiasm when

or Baltimore, you can check out his restaurants.

talking about what he knows best: food.

In both cities you can eat at “Johnny Sanchez” and experience authentic Mexican food away

As with all TV personalities, the hosts and

from the border. I’ve seen the pictures online

personalities you see on The Food Network

and it definitely looks like it’s worth the road

must bring their own flavor and have a

trip. Other fans of “Chopped” have gone out

certain charisma to make viewers want

of their way to eat at the restaurant and have

to tune in. Aarón Sanchez is no exception.

found the food and the service incredible.

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Sanchez’s work doesn’t stop there. On top of being on TV and the owner and chef of a restaurant with two locations, Sanchez is also an author. “La Comida del Barrio”, his first book, was published in May of 2003. “Simple Food, Big Flavor: Unforgettable Mexicaninspired Recipes From My Kitchen to Yours”, was his second book, out in October 2011.

He is doing everything. He is an entrepreneur in his own right. Along with having two cooking books published, he has collaborated with IMUSA for a line of cookware and is a chef ambassador for “Why Hunger?” a huge global organization working to stop world hunger.

So if you haven’t tuned in already, watch fellow El Pasoan, Chef Aarón Sanchez, on The Food Network and cheer on the talent that comes from the Sun City. Get a tip from him on the best tacos that you can find across the country on “Taco Trip” and brag to visitors that one of El Paso’s own has become a success story.

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ook on the hardwood during any

about playing basketball. I loved the sport.

Cager, Shed and Worsley were a trio recruited

collegiate basketball game today and

We knew we had to beat Kentucky, which is

from New York to play for legendary coach

it’s not unusual to see a multicultural

what we did,” he said.

Don Haskins.

players, but that wasn’t the case

The team came home to a champions’

“Me, not knowing anything about Texas

five decades ago. Texas Western

welcome, a homecoming they still clearly

except oil wells and cows, I said ‘yes,’” Shed

College, now The University of Texas

remember 50 years later. “When we came

recalled. He said the culture shock set in as

at El Paso, was the first to have an

back to El Paso, flying over the city there

soon as he flew over the mountains and saw

all-black starting lineup in an NCAA

were lots of people down there. It was a

nothing but brown, but he didn’t regret it. “It

championship game. The historic

good feeling, people from Mexico and people

turned out to be one of the best choices I

from here,” Cager recalled.

made. Basketball was one of the things I had

team that includes African-American

game came March 19,

to take my life to another level.”

1966 in College Park, Maryland, when the Miners played the

Guard Willie Worsley reminisces about the

University of Kentucky in the title game.

moment with a smile. “We were landing in

He admits the environment on the court was

Making history, though, was far from the

El Paso and we had a ticker tape parade,” he

different than up North, but he says he felt

minds of the team members.

said. “I remember waving from a convertible

very comfortable playing. “Coach Haskins

and feeling like Miss America.” It was after

did a great job of shielding us from what he

“We were just kids playing one game at a

all the celebrations the players say they

had to deal with, with black players,” he said.

time,” said center Nevil Shed. “We had to

realized they were part of a special team

Shed says they didn’t let name-calling get to

stay focused on what got us there.”

doing a special thing in our society. Their

them as Coach Haskins always encouraged

story was depicted in the 2006 Disney film

them to prove themselves on the hardwood.

Forward Willie Cager agreed. “I didn’t worry

“Glory Road.”

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It was that 1966 win that thrust Texas

Coach Haskins personified UTEP’s deep

“I think God put me on this earth to help

Western College into the national spotlight

commitment

core

young adults,” Worsley said during his

— a high-profile role that UTEP President

institutional

contributed

interview from Spring Valley High School,

Diana Natalicio thinks they were probably

significantly to UTEP’s growing success in

where he works as a high school coach. “I

not well prepared to play at that time. “We

promoting social mobility for talented young

don’t like computers, I am a people person.”

were obviously thrilled to win the national

people in the surrounding region.

When asked if he still plays hoops, he

to value

authenticity, that

has

a

answered with a laugh and no hesitation.

championship, and we are still very proud to be the only Texas team that’s ever done

“In 1966 we changed the face of intercollegiate

“Every now and then I think I am in my 20s or

that, but I think Coach Haskins and others

athletics, at least in men’s basketball,”

30s and try to score with the kids. Basketball

associated with the program at the time

President Natalicio said. “For the past 30

has been good to me,” he said.

were surprised by the often intense public

years we have focused on changing the face

interest and media questions about the

of higher education, at least on our campus,

Both Willie Cager and Nevil Shed lead

starting team’s racial composition,” President

and we are extremely proud that today’s

basketball camps for kids. Cager has his

Natalicio said.

UTEP student demographics mirror those of

own foundation and aims to build basketball

the surrounding region. Like Coach Haskins,

facilities in El Paso and Fabens. Shed’s work

Winning the NCAA championship made

we didn’t set out to make a national statement

stems from his job as director of youth

sports history, but it wasn’t the first time

either, but we ended up making one simply

basketball camps with the San Antonio

the school broke the color barrier. A decade

because we did our best to fulfill UTEP’s

Spurs. He also teaches special education.

earlier, Texas Western College became the

mission of creating educational opportunities

first senior college in Texas to desegregate

for residents of this historically underserved

All are part of a historic win and a Hall of Fame

its undergraduate programs. Although that

U.S.-Mexico border region.”

team; all are humble, but proud and all are looking forward to seeing each other again

action – and the lawsuit vs. the State of Texas that led to it – had major long-term

Today UTEP continues to be recognized as

come Feb. 6, 2016, when UTEP will honor

consequences for universities across Texas,

one the top 10 universities in the nation for

the team during the Miners vs. Western

President Natalicio says the 1966 story

its access and excellence mission. Other

Kentucky game. Missing, but represented,

became far more prominent.

accolades include recognition for the number

will be Coach Don Haskins, who died in 2008,

of Hispanic graduates in business and

and point guard Bobby Joe Hill, who died in

“Starting five black players on that now

engineering. With more than $90 million in

2002. The team’s 50th anniversary festivities

historic basketball team wasn’t at the time

annual research spending, UTEP is also the

started in late 2015 when the team was the

an intentional effort to make a civil rights or

first national research university serving a

Grand Marshal during the city’s FirstLight

social justice statement, but rather, as Coach

21st century student demographic.

Federal Credit Union Sun Bowl Thanksgiving Day Parade.

Haskins always insisted, those five players were simply his five best,” she said.

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Not surprisingly, many of the championship

basketball players dedicate their lives to students and give back through the gift of basketball.

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E at i n g h e a lt h y ?

February, 2016

A

s a Board Certified Health and

the valuable nutrients that we so desperately

I have chosen several restaurants that will

Nutritional Consultant and also

need to promote our health and well being.

be putting together a few entrees on their

a Gourmet Holistic Chef, I have

These foods also contain ingredients that can

menus so that they will cater to the “food

be harmful for the food sensitive patron.

sensitive patron.” I will be collaborating with

come to realize that the words

the local chefs that are a part of the Smart

“healthy and natural” do not

always mean what it has been

One of the things that I recommend is to

Eating program and cleaning up a couple of

written to say. If our diet consists

read labels on everything you put into your

the entrees so that these foods should not

mouth. However, while dining out, this is

effect your particular food intolerances.

of

chicken,

fish,

turkey,

vegetables, fruits, grains, nuts

nearly impossible to do.

The restaurant that I am featuring this month

and seeds, then is it safe to say that we are being conscience about eating healthy?

Restaurants are not required to include

is Rulis International Kitchen in El Paso’s

the ingredients on the foods they serve. If

west side of town. Rulis restaurant is owned

This is not necessarily the case. Although all

you happen to have several particular food

and operated by head chef, Raul R. Gonzalez,

these food selections are generally good for

sensitivitiess, then this is the next best thing

also known as Chef Rulis. He grew up with a

you, are they nutritionally dense enough? Do

in knowing what to do.

passion for good food, and at the age of 15, he entered his first kitchen and experimented

these foods provide the nutrients that your body needs to stay fit and healthy? Are these

In ordering your entrée so that it is clean and

with different ingredients and mainly cooked

foods free from chemicals, preservatives

free from many of the ingredients that may

for himself and his friends. Chef Rulis also

and the processed methods that our foods

cause you to have an adverse side effect, ask

graduated with a finance degree from UTEP

are prepared with?

your waiter if the restaurant is a part of the

and started his career in wealth management

“Smart Eating” program.

only to find that 10 years later his love and passion for cooking far surpassed his

Most of the foods that are in our local grocery stores, restaurants, and local food venders

I am creating this category in our local El

vocation in the financial world. He opened

contain non-organic ingredients, as well as

Paso Restaurant Scene to provide a variety

Rulis in 2008 and is enjoying cooking healthy

chemicals, preservatives and a process that

of different choices for the patrons who have

for the people in El Paso.

the food is made with that is not healthy for

certain food allergies or various sensitivities to

our bodies. Foods that add ingredients to

certain ingredients in the foods that they order.

preserve and protect them rob our bodies of

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Chef Rulis has created two entrees that are

tropical fruits and watermelons that will add

delicious meal is topped with homemade

simply delicious and have all the right whole

extra hydration and regulate the body’s ability

toreado-teriyaki sauce and protein-packed

food ingredients. He choses the freshest

to acclimate to warmer temperatures.

sesame seeds. Grass-fed Akaushi (Kobe beef imported to the US) is used for his beef

organic produce and uses the very finest whole grains and food products to create this

One of the healthy options in Chef Rulis’

kabobs and burgers. The bread is baked

magnificent, healthy and mouth-watering

restaurant is his calabacitas. They are made

locally by Calavera Bread Company.

meal that is grown in season.

with julienned Mexican gray squash, heirloom cherry tomatoes, onions and yellow corn.

When dining out make sure to look for the

Seasonal foods that are ingested during

He sautés his meals with very little healthy

“Eat Smart” seal, which will insure a great

their proper seasons of growth add an extra

oil and uses a small amount of pure whole

dining out experience and the confidence

health benefit to the body. For example, if

cream and the finest Muenster cheese. This

of knowing that you are eating right for your

you eat tropical fruits in the winter and the

meal will just melt in your mouth.

body.

diminish the way your body produces heat to

Another favorite healthy option of Chef

Bon Appétit!

stay warm during cooler climates. Soups and

Rulis are his Kabobs. They are made with

stews are generally recommended during

the freshest red and yellow bell peppers,

cold wintery days. Spring and summer time

purple onions and cremini mushrooms. This

temperature is cold outside, these foods will

are the seasons we should consume foods that are cooling for the body, like salads,

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February, 2016

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Queen Elizabeth greets you as you enter the

ondon is known for a lot of things: Queen

redesigned bus, custom-made for customers

The aesthetics of the food truck are new and

Elizabeth, The Beatles, telephone booths,

to enjoy classic British meals inside the double-

unique, but it’s the food that will make you

fish and chips and their double-decker

decker. Also as you enter, stairs to the left

want to keep coming back. Olivares serves

red buses (or as they call them, coaches).

spiral up to the top deck where more seating is

British classics like fish and chips, shepherd’s

When I came across the London Grill, I was

made available. Album covers from The Rolling

pie and bangers and mash. Also on the menu

excited and nostalgic for a country I long ago

Stones, Coldplay, The Beatles, The Who and

are British-themed burgers: Rocket Man,

visited. Now, we can all see a little reminder

more line the top of the walls inside the bus

Hungry Like the Wolf and London Calling

of London here in El Paso. On the corner of

and the British tunes are the only ones you’ll

are just a few of the options. Olivares has

Balboa and North Mesa, a tribute to London’s

hear being played. “Everyone usually picks the

already had England natives compliment him

coach and cuisine can found. It’s the London

Beatles but the Stones are my favorite.”

on his dishes and claim it left them with a

Grill, and trust me, you’ll want to stop to try it.

nostalgia for home – and for only being open a little over a month, he’s already had

The “bustaurant,” as owner Mauricio “Moe” Olivares calls it, is classic. The idea of London Grill as a food truck came when Olivares found the double-decker on EBay. With already a year of experience in food trucks in Austin and Florida, and a culinary degree from El Paso Community College, Olivares was ready to start a new project of his own. “I’ve put so much sweat and hard work into putting this bus together. It was bright pink and it had underwear models advertised on the outside. It was a very interesting ride to get it here from California … it only went 48 miles per hour,” recalls Olivares. The seats in the bus are all original, reupholstered by hand by Olivares. “I wanted to bring something new to El Paso, something different.”

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Hidden Gem: London Grill

February, 2016

repeat costumers. “It has to be about the

can be found, get a following,” said Olivares

food, so that people want to come back.” The

when I asked if I would have to keep

passion for what he has created is present as

checking Facebook in order to find them.

we sit to talk. He not only worked hands-on

“I feel really proud. People come in smiling

by himself on the bus, but also created the

and it’s huge, it’s a better atmosphere. I see

menu and cooks it himself (with a little help

people of all ages coming and taking photos

from his friends, when needed).

of the bus, it’s great.”

In the future you can expect the London Grill

Check it out for yourself. Eat on a bus that

menu to grow. Maybe some Queen tacos?

once roamed the streets of London, order

Some TVs that play the music videos to the

yourself some fish and chips (I promise you

British songs heard? There’s a lot that the

won’t be disappointed) and listen to some

London Grill has to offer and even more that

David Bowie. The London Grill is here to

Olivares wants to bring to his hometown.

serve you, El Paso.

For now the London Grill has found a home

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on the corner of Balboa and North Mesa on

Saturday and Sunday 12-8 p.m.

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ooking ahead to the new year, I’m pleased to share my involvement in a longstanding El Paso fundraising

As a result of the Power of the Purse events, the

event, Power of the Purse. The Power of

Women’s Fund has awarded 145 scholarships

the Purse is the signature charity event for

for over $200,000; 30 scholarships for our terrific

the Women’s Fund of El Paso and allows

teens for $15,000 for leadership development;

women from around El Paso to give back

and $10,000 in giving circles for education

to other community women in a fun

and leadership development. The event and

and fabulous way. All proceeds from

fundraising activities are truly changing lives.

handbag and live and silent auction sales at the event support

This upcoming spring is the best time to purge

educational scholarships for El

and clean and donate for a good cause. Like

Paso women.

most of you, I have handbags lying around from years ago that I thought were amazing, and now they sit collecting dust in my closet.

I know it can be hard to let go of these, especially thinking of what splurges these were once upon a time. But, in the tradition of the new year, out with old and in with the new!

Make 2016 your year to make a difference and give it up for a good cause. Give it up because old bags are not doing you any good in your closet taking up space, and be comforted to know that your sacrifice is going to a great cause to help women in our community. I am fortunate enough to be Purse Diva Co-Chairs with my best friend, Lizzie Martinez. We are so honored and blessed to be a part of this thanks to this year’s head chair, Tracey Yellen.

Tracey, who is one of the original founders of Power of the Purse in El Paso, thankfully decided to bring back the tradition in 2016. We are proud to share that New You Gym and both Dry A – Blow Dry Bar locations will be designated drop off locations for the handbags you want to donate. Please do not miss this opportunity to start the year right by giving to women in need and to join the fun event we will all be waiting for in May 2016.

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Valentine’s Day is known as a holiday in which love is expressed and floral shops and jewelry stores make a killing. Have you ever wondered why we celebrate such a holiday? With that thought in mind, I decided to look further into the history behind St. Valentine’s, and the so-called “love holiday.” Although the true story of St. Valentine’s Day remains a mystery, history shows that the month of February has always been linked to celebrating romance. Traces of Christianity and Roman traditions have been associated with the holiday.

According

to

*history.com

the

Catholic

Church

recognizes three saints named Valentine or Valentinus, whom were all martyred. One of the legends depicts the story of one priest who served in Rome during the ruling of Emperor Claudius II in the third century.

It is said that the emperor prohibited young men from

Happy Valentine’s Day and remember …

“The best and most beautiful things in this world cannot be seen or even heard, but must be felt with the heart.”

— Helen Keller

marrying. He believed they would make better soldiers than those with wives and children. Due to the injustice, priest Valentine decided to defy Claudius and continued to perform marriages for young lovers in secret. Once discovering the treachery Valentine was committing, Claudius ordered that he be put to death.

Other stories describe a heroic Valentine, who was killed after attempting to help prisoners escape harsh Roman prisons. There is another legend that tells the story of an imprisoned Valentine, who is known for sending the first “valentine” to a young girl he fell in love with. Before his death, it is assumed that he wrote his final love letter signed, “From your Valentine.” A common expression still used today. Although history shows that a man named Valentinus was in fact martyred on February 14th, the legend behind his life supersedes fact.

Regardless of which legend you believe, Valentine is seen as a heroic figure and an overall romantic.

His reputation allowed Valentine to become the most popular saint in England and France around the middle ages. By the 18th century it was common for people to exchange hand written love notes, or small tokens of affection to their loved ones on February 14th. By the 1900s the printing press was in full effect, and printing cards began replacing written letters. Valentine’s Day is not only celebrated in the United States, but also in Canada, Mexico, the United Kingdom, France and Australia. *Source: http://www.history.com/topics/valentines-day/history-of-valentines-day

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“THERE ARE ALL KINDS OF LOVE IN THE WORLD BUT NEVER THE SAME LOVE TWICE.” F. Scott Fitzgerald

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ouses talk to me. Yes I have both oars in the water and

I’m playing with a full deck. The houses that I Feng Shui

end up communicating with me. It’s sort of like being a “house whisperer.” Some houses become quite chatty and others get down right nasty. Last month in Scottsdale I met a house that was a real screamer.

Everything, it seemed, was grouped into “three’s” – Three pillows on the couch; three paintings over the fireplace; three cookie jars in the kitchen; three candles on the table, etc. When I asked the owner if she was in a triangle relationship she looked at me like I was a carnival sideshow freak but finally admitted she was in love with two people at the same time. I reminded her of a few examples in literature: The Phantom of the Opera, Wuthering Heights, and who could ever forget Sex in the City when Carrie Bradshaw was in love with Big and Aidan (I never did figure out who to root for in that one). Books and movies feature love triangles because a lot of us can relate to having feelings for two different people at the same time. But is it actually possible to love two people at once?

“The answer is a resounding yes,” says Debra Silverman, a psychotherapist for over 35 years in Boulder, Colorado. “Of course we can love two people at the same time. Love is not jealous, humans are.”

I agree and here’s my stab: humans will always push boundaries, explore, and devise new ways to connect with each other emotionally and sexually. And because we are complex beings it is possible that two people can appeal to us as we grow and develop. Naturally we might be drawn to people who complement different aspects of who we are. It’s possible to love two people at once because you can love them in different ways. Each relationship between two people is absolutely unique. There’s no way to love anyone the same. You love each person differently because of who they are and the uniqueness that they draw out in you.

Physical touch is not required because we fall in love with their courage, intelligence, passion, sincerity and the ability to move and be moved by subtleties of the mind and spirit. They remind us of every good day we’ve ever had. Every summer spent in grass. Every sunrise. Every sunset. They feel like home. And when they speak, it’s like someone slowly plucking the stings of a guitar, a sadly beautiful song, all their own.

Relationships are always a spiritual practice because love has a part to play in the destiny of every soul. There is a path at the heart of each love connection; each has its own karmic blueprint. God, or the universe, or whatever one chooses to label the great systems of balance and order, does not recognize Earth-time. To the universe, four days is no different than four billion light years. Love is measured in its effects, how it transformed you, not how long it lasted. Sometimes

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the longest connections yield very little growth, while the briefest of encounters have the ability to change your life.

Real connections never die; they may go to a secret place, stay there warm and all curled up. They can be buried or ignored or walked away from but never broken. If you’ve deeply resonated with another person, the connection remains despite any distance, time, situation, lack of presence, or circumstance. Real connections live on because they live inside of us.

But this concept may or may not be the raison d’etre for all couples.

When I asked my husband he said, “Sure, you can love two people at the same time, anything is possible.” His response makes me think … I may want to listen to my own house.

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Monkey

2016 will be the year of change. Add all

In the tarot deck the nine is the Hermit, which

“Monkeys” are very active and enjoy sports.

the numbers 2+0+1+6=9. In numerology,

represents knowledge, seclusion, and a time

They tend to be healthy, love being the

everything reduces down to nine numbers

for introspection. You may find yourself often

center of attention, and have very magnetic

to make a cycle; the number one being the

wanting to just stay home and be alone and

personalities. They like challenges, love to

beginning and nine representing the end of

have time in solitude. Many will also seek

succeed and are very creative and talented.

the cycle and then repeating. The last time

higher knowledge or wisdom. Going back to

Monkeys are mischievous – they are masters

this occurred was in 2007. The number nine

school or wanting to learn something new will

of the practical joke.

in numerology represents the humanitarian

be a common theme. People may also seek

and is a time of change, letting go of old

a higher sense of spirituality and faith in their

The

ways in order to allow something new to

religion as the Hermit makes us seek guidance.

humor and wit, helping us get through

increases

communication,

stressful times. The Monkey’s gift is the

take its place. As the old saying goes, “out with the old, in with the new.”

Monkey

The Chinese New Year will begin on February

ability to find unconventional solutions to

8th and is the Year of the Monkey. People

difficult problems.

One big example of a change that will

born in the Year of the Monkey (1944, 1956,

happen this year is the presidential election.

1968, 1980, 1992 and 2004) are said to be

Whether you look at 2016 from a numerology

Can we expect it to be the same? That is

energetic by nature and skillful in many

standpoint or the Year of the Monkey, it is

doubtful with the vibration of the nine. You

things. “Monkeys” are known to be the

sure to be a year of exciting change and far

can already see this with the candidates

liveliest and bossiest of all personalities. The

from dull.

being so different from traditional politicians

Monkey is intelligent, witty, hyperactive and

and people resonating with the ones that go

strong-minded. They are problem solvers,

against the status quo.

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OUT

| By: PABLO DELGADILLO |

Beauti-faux fur Fake fur is an affordable yet stylish way to keep warm in the winter. You can accessorize any outfit with a colored faux fur stole or a stylish vest. The cool thing about faux fur is that you can find it in a variety of colors and textures (without having the remorse of knowing that a poor little animal gave you their only way of staying warm…Ahem, let’s leave the ugliness of animal cruelty aside). If you want to stay cozy in the cold February winds, opt for a nice fake fur accessory!

(Now go give your pet a big hug).

Treat yo’self It’s Friday after work and your friends are blowing up your phone wanting you to go out for drinks or late dinner (honestly, it’ll turn into drinks). Sometimes we just need to lie to our friends and say that we are feeling sick or we already had plans with someone else.

Instead of going out, stay in, run a nice warm bath, get your favorite snacks and binge-watch that show you’ve wanted to see. Get online and buy that special thing that you’ve had on your “wish list” or in your “cart” but were unsure of buying. Pamper yourself.

Dinner for two What better way to spark romance than to cook dinner with your significant other? You guys can make each other’s favorite dish or decide on one for both. In the preparation, you guys can chitchat about anecdotes, your first date, future plans, and after dinner you can totally Netflix and chill.

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New year, new you … but not old douche-y you taking pics at the gym in front of the mirror flexing and lifting weights as if anyone cared what your exercise routine is. Instead of constantly reminding people how often you go to the gym, just focus on getting that hot body and surprise everyone in the summer when you reveal your hard progress and those killer abs!

Generic Valentine gifts Ladies and Gentleman, this year, Valentine’s Day is more than running out on February 13th to buy a heart shaped chocolate box and a bouquet of plastic roses.

This year let’s personalize it, there’s a lot of websites where you can customize the perfect V-day gift. A personalized selection of wines for your significant other, a pair of tennis shoes with their favorite colors, a t-shirt with their pet’s face, an adult coloring book about their favorite city, etc.

Ugg-ly I’ll admit that Uggs are pretty comfortable, but they are not pretty to look at and are usually associated with “being too lazy to put on a decent pair of shoes”. Making a quick run to the store on a Sunday morning? Wear them.

Going to marathon an entire season of a show on Netflix and you’re going to be walking frequently to the kitchen to grab a snack?

Wear them. Going to school? Hanging at the mall? Grabbing lunch with your friends? Ugh, please put on real shoes.

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“Adela”

Owner Anna Almeida “Adela is a sassy 7-year-old Chihuahua that loves to sing, go for long walks and play around

with everyone (especially with handsome men).

She is very obedient and enjoys playing with her “mona” – a tiny Minnie Mouse doll all around the house. She loves to cuddle in her pillow and enjoy the sunny weather of El Paso. Adela was born with one of her back legs hurt and she could barely walk, but this wasn’t an impediment for my family to love her. With lots of love, hugs and kisses, Adela grew up to be a great and healthy beautiful dog!”

Is your pet TCM’s next Pet of the Month?

Send a photo and short story why you think your pet belongs in these pages to kim@thecitymagazineelp.com.

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“A face is like the outside of a house, and most faces, like most houses, give us an idea of what we can expect to find inside.”

Loretta Young, Actress

How many of us had a New Year social media post with the overused and (soon to be) unfulfilled #newyearnewme? Do you find yourself looking back onto your timeline (or reflection) and ask, “Where did I go wrong? Where did I loose track?” or more honestly, “Jeez, what the heck happened?” The following are four elite men’s grooming products designed to help you get back onto the path of self improvement and that much closer to achieving your New Year’s resolution … at least for the month of February.

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Having trouble finding time for the gym, or just feeling too lazy to go for an hour-long workout? Here are some tips and tricks to keep health and fitness quick and easy!

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Keep It Short Instead of hitting the weights or treadmill for an hour or more, opt for a quicker, more intense workout like H.I.I.T. (High Intensity Interval Training). You can find some of these workouts online or on Pinterest.

Get it done early Start your day with your workout so you don’t have a chance to skip it later when you’re tired.

Kill two birds with one stone Cardio and weight training don’t have to be done separately. Combine them to get more bang for your buck. Example: dumbbell shoulder press, combined with mountain climbers.

Double your TV binging Your commercial breaks can be mini-workouts that add up after hours of watching your favorite shows. Example: commercial one, push-ups; commercial two, crunches; commercial three, squats.

Socialize at the same time

20 min HIIT Full Body Workout 45 sec. jumping jacks/15 sec. rest

30 sec. crunches/30 sec. sit-ups

Grab some friends to join you for your next fitness class. Catch up on gossip

30 sec.

and enjoy each other’s company while you burn calories!

jump squats/30 sec.

Pack the night before You’re more likely to make it to the gym when you’re already packed up and ready to go.

Drink Up Drinking plenty of water will help you burn fat and staying hydrated will help

alternating jump lunges

30 sec. push-ups/30 sec. tricep dips on chair

45 sec. burpees/15 sec. rest

improve your workout performance.

Try for 20

Complete 4 Rounds

If you can’t do a full hour three times a week, do 20 minute workouts at home for seven days. It’ll even out.

Stay caffeinated If you’re too tired, pump up with some coffee, green tea, or pre-workout drink.

Caffeine has been linked to better workout performance.

Reward Yourself After your workout, reward yourself with a piece of chocolate, new workout gear, or just an hour of relaxing. This little reward will motivate you to workout again the next day.

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February, 2016

or most kids right out of high school, the next big step is getting ready for college. For Justin Maese his step has brought him closer to his dream in Major League Baseball.

Maese was drafted as a pitcher, just three days after he graduated high school, as a third round pick by the Toronto Blue Jays. With his first year a rookie

coming to an end, Maese reflected back on how the last year changed for him in and out of El Paso.

“After being selected my life changed instantly,” he said. “In less than a week I was living on my own on the other side of the country. At first, it was difficult adjusting to my new lifestyle but I ended up learning to love it.”

Maese added that being part of the majors helped him improve his skill set, giving him the best stats on the entire team, which lead him to be awarded MVP. He is also the number 8th prospect in the Blue Jays organization.

“I really got to learn a lot more just by watching my teammates,” Maese said. “As far as games go, I adjusted really quick on how to pitch against other teams. I had to change my pitching style to be ahead of the competition and it worked out fine. I know I couldn’t have done it without all the learning my teammates and coaches taught me. This season has taught me to keep moving forward.”

Maese’s first season as a rookie was a year he would not soon forget when he was asked to pitch in a playoff game again the Detroit Tigers.

“It was a win or go home game and I did exactly what I had to do to win the game,” he said. “Everyone did great that game on both offense and defense and ended up winning.”

The Ysleta High School graduate began playing baseball at the age of three alongside his older brother Carlos, who also went to Ysleta. While Carlos was in high school he held all the records in pitching, which is what drove Maese to be the best. When it came time for Maese to step up to the plate, he beat all of his brother’s records.

“Growing up my older brother and I were extremely competitive and I’ve always wanted to be better than he was, he said. “Seeing him succeed in baseball pushed me to

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February, 2016 do as best as I could and that’s what got me to where I am.

Alongside the inspiration he receives from his brother and family, Maese says it is his fans and supporters who have a large impact on his drive to be the best.

“When the season was over and it was time to come back home, I had a whole bunch of fans and supporters welcoming me everywhere I went,” Maese said. “It’s an experience I’ll never get tired of. What really impacted me were little kids coming up to me asking for autographs and advice. I’ve had scheduled meetings with some kids and we’ll talk about how nothing is impossible and for them to chase their dreams.”

As spring training begins to round the corner Maese will soon head out to begin his second season. For him, being drafted does not mean he can take a break from his continuing hard work.

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“I really just want to keep improving,” Maese said. “Seeing how much I’ve improved within a three month season makes me excited to see what more I can do.”

Like Maese many years ago, there are kids out there getting their first taste of baseball.

Some are even making their own records on their teams in hopes of someday being drafted like him.

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love, romance, fine dining and

incredible memories which will

last you a life time. This February I

wanted to be mindful of the love we all have in our hearts. Not only for that one special person in our lives, but also for all the people whom are special to us.

I have decided this month to create a very simple but elegant meal that can be prepared in a relatively short amount of time. I don’t usually include many prepared foods, however, these products have been examined for their healthiness and also for the simplicity of creating the meal and the great gourmet taste.

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Focusing our attention on love for this Valentine’s Day does not necessarily mean for others only. I want to shine the spot light on a love that is rarely paid attention to. That love is love for self.

The reason I chose this very easy meal to cook is because I wanted this Valentine’s Day to remind us that we can enjoy this meal ourselves if we happen to be alone. It is a quick meal to put together and it can also be a very enjoyable memory for you even if you are the only one dining in alone. Being single myself, I often find myself dining in alone and making the most of my experience. It is a great time to remind yourself to treat yourself as you would treat others. Not very often do we celebrate ourselves, buy flowers for our home, light candles for the dinner table set for one, or play lovely soft music. It is very caring and nurturing to ourselves to take the time to enjoy our own company and to recognize how important we really are. Self-love is the first place, I believe, where love needs to originate from. If we are not able to truly love ourselves, then it is truly difficult to love others in the truest sense.

So this Valentine’s Day, if you are going to be dining in alone, please make your Valentine’s Day a pleasant event.

Remember to realize that you are a special person and worthy of great love, even if it is the love you have for yourself.

Bon Appetite!

And Happy Valentine’s Day…

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Creamy gluten free butternut squash ravioli drizzled with organic olive oil, artichokes, black- green olives with red pimento peppers

Or

Tantalizing spinach/3 cheese ravioli smothered with tomato basil sauce with succulent chicken meatballs.

“Change the sauce, change the cuisine.” This meal can either be

2 cups of filtered water

with or without marinara sauce. Just use certain variations and your

1 teaspoon of oregano

simple, easy meal can be converted for a whole new entree. Or as I

1 teaspoon basil

have done, served both entrees of raviolis for a very versatile dinner.

sea-salt to taste cracked-black pepper to taste

Ingredients:

2 teaspoons Italian seasoning

8 oz. package gluten free “Pasta Prima” butternut squash

1 loaf Kalamata Olive bread

8 oz. package “Pasta Prima” spinach and cheese ravioli

grate to taste fresh organic Parmesan cheese.

1 package 8 oz. “Pasta Prima” gluten free five cheese ravioli 2 jars of 24 oz. “Organic Ville” Tomato Basil pasta sauce, gluten free.

Directions:

2 packages 12 oz. of “Coleman Natural” Pesto Parmesan natural

Get a large stainless steel cooking pot and pour both jars of tomato

gourmet chicken meatballs

basil pasta sauce into the pot and add 1 cup of filtered water. Add in

1 bunch fresh basil

salt, pepper, oregano, basil and Italian spices. Stir and simmer on low,

6-12 quartered artichoke hearts in olive oil

at least 30 minutes.

6 green olives of your choice 6 black olives of your choice

Place already cooked gourmet chicken meatballs on a large cookie

1 jar red pimento peppers in olive oil, use two large pimento

sheet and bake at 350 degrees for at least 15 minutes. Place the

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to cook for the duration of the 30 minutes. Then place fresh chopped basil in the pot that contains the tomato sauce and meatballs.

Mixed Greens, Heirloom cherry tomatoes, Blueberries, Pine-Nut In another stainless steel pot, fill up with water and add a pinch of salt

Salad-Garnished with dried organic cranberries, Feta Cheese and

and a dash of olive oil and bring to a boil. Place the raviolis in the pot

Raspberry Vinaigrette dressing

and cook for about 3 minutes, drain, rinse in cold water and set aside.

Ingredients: Place the raviolis in a large serving dish, place tomato basil sauce and

Mixed greens 1 small package

meatballs on top, garnish with fresh grated parmesan cheese and

Package cherry heirloom tomatoes cut in halves

serve with Kalamata olive garlic bread.

Handful fresh or frozen (thawed) blueberries Handful pine nuts

(Kalamata olive garlic bread- heat the bread in the oven on warm, slice

Handful organic dried cranberries

and rub fresh garlic cloves on top of the bread. Use some olive oil on

1 cup fresh Feta Cheese

top of the bread and sprinkle 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning on top of

1/2 cup of raspberry vinaigrette dressing

the bread. Cover in a cloth and serve with meatballs and ravioli)

Sea-salt to taste Cracked black pepper to taste

Variation: Place the raviolis in a large bowl and drizzle olive oil all over the raviolis

Directions:

and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning and place the olives,

In a large salad bowl, place the package of mixed greens, heirloom

artichokes, and sliced pimento peppers on top of the raviolis and top

tomatoes, blueberries, pine nuts, dried cranberries and top with Feta

with fresh grated parmesan cheese. Serve with a bottle of Red Italian

cheese. Use salt and pepper to taste and when ready to serve, pour

wine, and enjoy this delicious Italian cuisine.

the raspberry vinaigrette dressing on top and serve.

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Holiday Joy T February, 2016

| By: BRIANNA HERNANDEZ |

he students of the Oncology Interest Group at Texas Tech University

Health Sciences Center El Paso partnered with Make-A-Wish® Foundation

of North Texas El Paso Regional Office to give children facing life-

threatening medical conditions a Christmas party. The Foundation grants

the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the

human experience with hope, strength and joy. Majority of wishes fall into four

categories – “I wish to go;” “I wish to be;” “I wish to meet” and “I wish to have.”

“[The party provided] a special opportunity for medical students to get to know

these incredible children and at the same time provide a service that will hopefully

bring joy into their lives during a trying time,” said Crosby Rock, Oncology Interest Group President.

The event held December 12 included holiday activities such as building a gingerbread train, watching the Disney movie Polar Express and an appearance made by Ana and Elsa from Disney’s Frozen. Almost 20 children participated in the event.

“We hope that this event will bring many smiles to the children, help them laugh, make friends and enjoy the Christmas season,” said Dana Galvan, Oncology Interest Group Secretary. “We also hope that parents will feel the support of the medical community and that it may give them strength and hope to keep going.”

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For six-year-old Anabelle, diagnosed with Wilms’ Tumor, and her mother, it did just that.

“It’s a good cause that we never thought we would be a part of,” said Anabelle’s mother, Kimberly. “When you are sick, these things mean the most and [Anabelle] knows she is not alone.”

Make-A-Wish volunteers also made sure these wish families had everything they needed for their trip to Disney World® with a packet of travel accommodations, Make-AWish t-shirts and an itinerary.

“The organization helps kids in a very dark time to muster the strength to keep going and can have a big impact on them,” said Russell

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Regional

Council Board member.

The event closed with a final surprise – a visit

Serving El Paso Authentic Italian Cuisine since 1948

from Santa Clause, who had a present for each Wish kid and sibling. Each family had the opportunity to take a photo with Santa.

Natalie Eckberg, Development Officer for Make-A-Wish North Texas El Paso Regional

• Private Party Room • Beer & Wine • Outside Dinning

Office, said the party was a perfect example

• Live Music Thur. to Sat.

of showcasing the way in which community

• We cater large or

volunteers make a tremendous impact.

small events “These amazing students really went out of their way to provide our Wish kids with a memory that will stay with them for the rest of their lives,” she said. “The smiles on the faces of our Wish families were a testament to the power of a wish.” www.thecitymagazineelp.com

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Valentine’s Super Love Jam ::: Feb 5

Valentine’s Day is almost here . . . whether you have a special someone or not, come out to the Don Haskins Center for a night of amazing music. With headliners from The Intruders, Bloodstone, Blue Magic and more this is one night of dancing you don’t want to miss! The show starts at 7:30 p.m.

Ticket prices start at $28.50.

XCW Pro Wrestling Live! ::: Feb 13

If you love wrestling, you are not going to want to miss XCW Pro Wrestling Live at the Fun House Party Hall at 7 p.m.

Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for kids.

Info: (575) 571-5852

Info: Info: (915) 747-5234 or utepspecialevents.com/calendar/250-valentines-super-love-jam

Adal Ramones ::: Feb 25

Are you a fan of the Mexican comedian Adal Ramones? If so, you are in luck. Adal is coming to the Plaza Theatre on Feb. 25 at 8 p.m.

Tickets start at $39.50.

Info: Ticketmaster.com/

SPORTS

Mariachi Vargas with Special Guest Yolanda Del Rio ::: Feb 13

Unknown Mortal Orchestra ::: Feb 5

The LowBrow Palace will host Unknown Mortal Orchestra, a New Zealand and American rock band on Feb. 5 at 10 p.m.

Tickets start at $15.

Known internationally as the “best mariachi in the world,” Mariachi Vargas is coming to El Paso for a very special night of music. This spectacular mariachi will be joined by the magnificent Yolanda Del Rio. Get your tickets today for Feb. 13 at 8 p.m. at the plaza theatre.

Info: www.ticketfly.com

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UTEP Basketball

Get excited Miner fans, this season the UTEP Miners are wrapping up a good season of Men’s and Women’s Basketball at the Don Haskins Center!

Men

- Miners vs. Marshall Feb. 4 at 7:05 p.m.

- Miners vs. Western Kentucky Feb. 6 at 3:00 p.m.

- Miners vs. Southern Miss Feb. 18 at 7:05 p.m.

- Miners vs. LA Tech Feb. 20 at 4 p.m.

Women Hueco Rock Rodeo ::: Feb 12-14

Be a part of the 2016 23rd Hueco Rock Rodeo Competition at Hueco Tanks Historic State Park. Cash prizes will be awarded including over $10,000 in gear and giveaways! To compete in the rodeo, registration starts at $95.

Info: huecorodeo.com

Michelob Ultra El Paso Marathon ::: Feb 21

Get out and run this winter – and what better goal than running in our cities own full and half marathons (or a fun 5K walk or run!). Whatever your fitness goals are there is no better feeling than seeing the El Paso from this exhilarating vantage point.

Sign up today for the challenge of the year! This is also a Boston Qualifying race for those competitors who are looking to make it to the big leagues. Registration is $75 for the full, $60 for the half and $30 for the 5K. Info: elpasomarathon.org/

Bobby Bones and The Raging Idiots ::: Feb 12

Radio host Bobby Bones and the comedic duo The Raging Idiots are coming to the Plaza Theatre Feb. 12 at 8 p.m.

Together Bones and Eddie have raised millions for various deserving charities.

Info: Ticketmaster.com or ragingidiots.com

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- Miners vs. FIU Feb 11 at 7:05 p.m.

- Miners vs. Florida Atlantic at 2:05 p.m.

- Miners vs. Old Dominion Feb. 25 at 7:05 p.m.

- Miners vs. Charlotte Feb. 27 at 2:05 p.m.

El Paso Rhinos Hockey

Get ready for another exciting season of hockey! Home games are held at the Hospitals of Providence Events Center.

- Feb. 12 vs. San Diego Sabers at 7:30 p.m.

- Feb. 13 vs. San Diego Sabers at 7:30 p.m.

- Feb. 14 vs. San Diego Sabers at 4:30 p.m.

- Feb. 26 vs. Oklahoma City Blazers at 7:30 p.m.

- Feb. 27 vs. Oklahoma City Blazers at 7:00 p.m.

- Feb. 28 vs. Oklahoma City Blazers at 4:30 p.m.

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Forti’s Mexican Elder Restaurant $$

Mi Piaci

$$$

321 Chelsea St. | (915) 772-0066

5411 N. Mesa, Suite 1 | (915) 875-0034

Forti’s Mexican Elder Restaurant has been serving savory Mexican

Join Mi Piaci Ristorante Italiano for lunch or dinner with Chef/Owner

food for more than 35 years. Their Carnitas are slowly simmered

Cosimo Baltaglia, who hails from Calabria, Italy, for the freshest

large pieces of seasoned marinated pork shoulder and come with

seafood, gourmet hand-cut Angus reserve steaks aged 21 days,

cilantro, grilled onions served with beans, rice and guacamole. O, DF

and gently homemade pasta from Italy. O

Pho King

$$

311 N. Kansas St., El Paso, TX 79901 | (915) 260-5400 An authentic Vietnamese restaurant offering your favorite pho. With different menu options, like spring and egg rolls and rice dishes, Pho King also offers a build it you own pho and build you own grill with different protein options and spices to suit your taste buds. It’s the best pho-king place in town!

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Avila’s

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6232 N. Mesa St., El Paso, TX 79912 | (915) 584-3621 Winning Best Taco for Best of The City 2015 and Best Chips and Salsa in 2014, Avila’s has a savory Mexican menu that will satisfy your cravings. We’re open for weekend breakfast, have lunch specials available daily and a convenient pick-up window is accessible for family dinners on the go. PR

$$ - Medium Range Dog Friendly- DF

$$$ - High Priced $$$$ - Exquisite Dining Party/Private Room - PR Happy Hour - H

To highlight your local restaurant in The City Local Eats email: info@thecitymagazineelp.com

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Westside’s 3rd Hole

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The Green Ingredient

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1035 Belvidere Suite 168, El Paso, TX 79912 | (915) 584-5577

201 East Main Street #201 | (915) 298-1010

There’s no better place to relax and grab a bite to eat than W3H.

The Green Ingredient is a restaurant that offers delicious, nutritious,

Nominated as El Paso’s best tacos, stop by today and see why we’re

and personalized meals, teas, and more. Offering people the real

becoming El Paso’s go-to spot for catching a game and eating some good

perspective of health, you can get balanced meals that are nutritious,

food. “We saved you a seat.” O, H

free from additives, preservatives, GMO’s, and extremely high quality. Stop by for breakfast, lunch or dinner!

DOWNTOWN

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Anson 11 $$-$$$

The Smokehouse BBQ, Ribs and More $$

303 N. Oregon St. Ste. 110 | (915) 504-6400

8414 North Loop Dr. | (915) 592-RIBS (7427)

Anson 11 is two exceptional dining experiences dedicated to the

Meat lovers! Welcome to a little piece of rib-heaven in El Paso.

military man, the gentleman, and the food connoisseur that was

The Original Baby Back Ribs are just one of their specialties of the

Anson Mills. For a downtown dinning experience like no other,

house with their own original recipes. Prepared fresh and slowly

Anson 11 is the restaurant to go to. PR, H

cooked to perfection using apple wood during the whole process creating a magnificent flavor. H

House of Pizza $$

King Crab $$$

208 N. Stanton St. | (915) 533-3424

1700 N. Zaragoza Suite 154 El Paso, TX 79936 | (915) 849-8697 317 N. Mills Ave. El Paso, TX 79901

The vintage and trendy House of Pizza offers their most popular specialty pizza, which is called the House Special. It includes

You can’t get seafood like this anywhere else in El Paso. With Chef

pepperoni, Canadian bacon, sausage, mushrooms, black olives,

Pierre, bringing his Cajun home-style cooking from New Orleans,

onions, bell peppers, and irresistible extra cheese. O

the seafood boils and dishes we have will leave your mouth watering for more. Fresh seafood is brought in twice a week. Come

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Mesa Street Grill $$$ 3800 N Mesa St., Ste D1 | (915) 532-1881 Mesa Street Grill introduces their newest dessert creation – the Pineapple Crostata. This refreshing blend of pineapple, cinnamon and nutmeg is crowned with a cashew crumble and handmade sugar garnish. Taste this dessert once and it’s sure to become a summertime favorite. O, H, PR, H

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El Taco Tote

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201 East Main St.

I 2921 N. Mesa St.

1000 Magruder St.

I 1461 N. Zaragoza

9933 Kenworthy St. I 9910 Montana Ave. 3480 Joe Battle Blvd.

(915) 838-6000 This is not fast food, this is Real Mexican Grill food that we’ve made just for you, El Paso. Changing the face of Mexican food, we offer different variations of tacos ranging from, barbacoa, pork and chicken, shrimp, fish and much much more. Also on our menu, try our new veggie taco.

Rulis International Kitchen

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4176 N. Mesa St., El Paso, TX 79902 | (915) 313-4806 Take a bite out of any of the delicious plates being served at Rulis

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THE CITY MAGAZINE IS PROUD TO PRESENT THE WINNER OF OUR

“Best local Eats Shot” photo contest!

Congratulations Antonio Espinoza for taking such a yummy shot!

Don’t forget to start submitting your “Best UTEP Shot” of El Paso for your chance to be featured in our March issue of The City Magazine!

All photos sent will be property of TCM for publishing. All entries should include your name, phone number and a brief description of how the photo was taken. Email entries to: pablo@thecitymagazineelp.com or call (915) 500-5730 with questions.

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A & O Group ...............................................................Pg. 107

Nona’s Pizza..................................................................Pg. 93

Axess Multimedia .......................................................Pg. 139

Paso Del Norte Wealth Advisors ..................................Pg. 59

Bodies in Motion ..........................................................Pg. 47

Patient Care Associates................................................Pg. 46

Casa Buenavista ......................................................Pg. 16-17

Phase Audio..................................................................Pg. 93

Claudia Castillo Makeup Artistry ...................................Pg. 38

Quartermane Salon.......................................................Pg. 89

Complete Emergency Care ..........................................Pg. 19

Regency of El Paso.......................................................Pg. 55

David Paul .....................................................................Pg. 99

The Hospitals of Providence A New Me ........................Pg. 9

Edible Arrangements ..................................................Pg. 111

Southwest Plastic Surgery .............................................Pg. 3

Elaine Gordon Health Coach .......................................Pg. 116

Southwest University at El Paso ..................................Pg. 13

El Paso Photo Ops ......................................................Pg. 115

Spectrum Technologies ................................................Pg. 69

El Taco Tote ..................................................................Pg. 21

Sunset Funeral Homes ...............................................Pg. 106

GECU ...................................................................inside cover

SCC Imaging ...............................................................Pg. 107

Grace the Psychic Lady ................................................Pg. 31

Table Occasions ............................................................Pg. 55

Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort & Casino....................Pg. 5

TFCU.............................................................................Pg. 77

Intraceuticals ................................................................Pg. 84

The El Paso Club...........................................................Pg. 81

KTSM News Channel 9 ...........................................Pg. 10-11

The Green Ingredient....................................................Pg. 81

Matthew Abraham Make Up Artistry .........................Pg. 114

The Hospitals of Providence ...................... Inside Back Cover

Mesa Street Grill.............................................................Pg. 7

The Italian Kitchen West.............................................Pg. 115

Makios ....................................................Pgs. 61, Back Cover

Vanities Jewelry & Gifts, Inc...........................................Pg. 1

Mi Piaci Ristorante Italiano ...........................................Pg. 31

Walgreens ............................................................. Pgs. 14-15

Mix Salon and Spa ........................................................Pg. 77

Westside’s Third Hole ..................................................Pg. 80

Mt. West Family Health Center ..................................Pg. 137

WyattUnderwood .......................................................Pg. 120

New You Gym...............................................................Pg. 12

Wyndham El Paso Airport...........................................Pg. 106

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