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Felipa Solis, Jannet Bustillos, Grace Neuhaus, Michelle Cromer, Meagan Kinley, Michael Graham, Joann Wardy, Lizzie Martinez, Elaine Gordon, Kirsten Applebaum, Denise Nelson-Prieto, Pablo Delgadillo, Veronica Nevarez, Krysta Ayers, Ofelia Aragon, Neissha King, Janene Rojas, Lauren Macias-Cervantes, Elinam Dzubey, Adrian Vaquera-Silva

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Dear Readers, When we put an issue together, we select and

sunshine and butterflies?…Not so much. We just

develop stories, matching them to one another

keep accelerating and continue to listen to what

until the blend is just right. The stories often bind

our readers have to say. And by doing that we’ve

together and form a collective whole. The idea is

managed to build an audience of people that like

that each issue develops its own personality and

to share. They share with us and more importantly

then the magazine resonates with the theme of

than that, they share with each other.

Editor-in-chief

its own fiercely independent spirit. We’ve learned that the magazine world is an incredible journey, full

Below is a letter I received from a reader this month

of ups and downs, complaints and kudos. Is it all

and the subject line read:

LOVE THIS MAGAZINE! Greetings Shelley and The City Magazine!

My daughter, Sarah Payne, had her interview with Texas Tech, Paul L. Foster School of Medicine in Jan. 2014. It was the first visit to El Paso for her and my husband, Jim, and I. While Sarah spent many hours in interviews, etc., I was determined to check out El Paso. While at Walgreen’s I noticed a big red magazine: “The Best of 2013.”

“Mom” Terry Payne

Bro Bryan 1st Elp visit

That magazine inspired me to check out the Best of El Paso. I literally had Jim drive me to many of the BEST: L&J Café, Carlos & Mickey’s, Crave Kitchen & Bar, Menchie’s, Belle Sucre, Vanities, and Tres Mariposas! I ate and shopped my way thru El Paso determined to feel good about this city, so far away from our home in Central Texas.

Sarah is now a second year student at the Medical School and I am happy to report that I have toted this particular magazine with me on all four visits throughout El Paso since her interview. I have read it cover to cover and have also gone to Cattleman’s, Tom’s Folk Café, Ardovino’s, Taco Tote, Susan Eisen Fine Jewelry and Watches, and Barragan’s Salon and Spa since that first trip.

I went to ALL of these places because of YOUR magazine! And I have told many of the folks at these businesses that I was there because of YOUR magazine.

Sadly, I was not in El Paso when “THE CITY BEST OF2014” came out on the stands. Yikes! Happily, I drove myself to your office last week and purchased a copy. I left that copy at Sarah’s apt. In El Paso-I will need it there on my next visit! But I did bring back my 2013 magazine to Dripping Springs, Texas. It will forever be my first tie with your wonderful city! So many friendly folks, incredible places to dine and shop, and a great Medical School!

Your magazine truly was an ambassador to your city for me. Sarah now has a subscription to your magazine and she will be saving them for me to read when I come to visit her next!

Many, many thanks/Muchas Gracias to THE CITY MAGAZINE! FONDLY, TERRY PAYNE Funny how one email can make a day – this particular

pages will ensure that you are always in the know.

correspondence made this magazine gal smile. I sat back in my chair and smiled, mission accomplished.

As always, I look forward to your thoughts, and … get

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profiles

ATTORNEYS Worth Knowing

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t i d i d e sh How

AN INTERVIEW WITH A LOCAL BUSINESS WOMAN By: NEISSHA KING

The City

THE EL PASO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA CELEBRATES ITS

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The City

ATTORNEY MONICA L. PEREZ Leads Through Service By: MICHAEL C. GRAHAM, J.D

Anniversary

FOOD BANK LA SEMILLA FOOD CENTER EDUCATES THE YOUTH

To All The

BY: KRYSTA AYERS

How to Exit from a

Broken Hearted Dignity By: MICHELLE CROMER

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By: JANNET BUSTILLOS

in Austin

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Your First

Psychic Reading By: GRACE THE PSYCHIC LADY

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Relationship with

WINS BIG Astrology

The City

Love

El Paso

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By: JANENE ROJAS

Spirituality

The City

Raising the Bar

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Experts

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PROFILES

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Dental Veneers

dental PROFESSIONALS

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Dressing for Work

Where Are They Now?

ALEJANDRO ALBA FROM EL PASO TO THE NEW YORK DAILY NEWS By: LAURA MACIAS- CERVANTES

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Hidden Gems

Travel

Caffe Fioretti By: PABLO DELGADILLO

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Q&A with

Ronald McDonald Grants a Wish By: ELINAM DZUBEY

in Seattle By: MEAGAN KINLEY

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

Rose Ortega

Owner, The Postal Solution The Postal Solution—Starting with Money is Nice, but Not a Necessity Rose’s beginnings are rooted in Roswell, New Mexico (yes, the place of the questionable UFO debate). By the age of eight, her family relocated to El

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Paso, TX. Coming from an extensive background in the trucking industry, that spans over 30 years, Rose began to notice some changes in the business. It was at this time, she decided to plan her exit strategy, hence, the birth of the Postal Solution.

Q Why the postal industry?

A Coming from transportation, I figured it’s simply transporting goods but on a different level.

Q How did you prepare for the change?

A Once I saved up three months of living expenses and rent, I was ready for the move.

I didn’t have any other money available such as loans or money from family and friends, I had three months to make it happen. I leased a space “As Is” and negotiated a one year contract. The doors opened in 2008 with a regular personal printer/copier, and some

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Q What would you do differently?

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11) Lauren Macias-cervantes 12) adrian Vaquera-silva 13) Tommie Morelos 14) Pablo delgadillo

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Charity Register july Opportunities to Give & Support La Semilla Food Center’s Farm to Fork Dinner, A Paso del Norte Foundation Challenge Fund Event Event: The 4th annual Farm to Fork Dinner sponsored by the Paso del Norte Foundation Challenge Fund Event will be held at Ardovino’s Desert Crossing on September 12 from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.

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Gonzo Golf Tournament Event:

Come out to Painted Dunes Golf Course for the 2015 Gonzo Golf Tournament

sponsored by the Children’s Miracle Network from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. on September 25.

Details: Proceeds from the tournament will go to funding medical and clinical equipment needs at El Paso Children’s Hospital. Register your team (of four) today. Tickets are $500 per team. For more information call, (915) 521-7229 ext. 3088.

Chile Pepper Challenge Event: Join fellow riders in this exciting annual premier cycling event through the beautiful Mesilla Valley on September 27. Different distances ranging from 10-100 miles are available so there is a course for every rider.

Details: The Challenge will start and end at Grace Gardens on Westside Drive. Money raised from the event will benefit the El Paso Diabetes Association which serves over 10,000 El Paso residents in need. For more information or to register go to chilepepperchallenge.com.

Elephant Festival Event:

On September 12-13 the El Paso Zoo will honor two of it’s most esteemed

residents, Juno and Savannah, the city’s two Asian elephants, for two days at the zoo’s Elephant Festival. Through the event you and yours will learn all about the elephants and how you can be involved to make the world a better place for them . . . And who knows, with the live entertainment and elephant presentations you might even have a little fun in the process!

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Raising the Bar

ATTORNEY MONICA L. PEREZ Leads Through Service

A

| By: MICHAEL C. GRAHAM, J.D. photography by: TOMMIE MORELOS |

fter the conclusion of World War II, the British

the Law School Preparation Institute (LSPI) at the

philosophic and scientific organization known as The

University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP). Founded in 1998,

Royal Society coined the term “brain drain” to describe

LSPI seeks to provide a focused supplement to the

the phenomenon that was pulling promising young

bachelor’s degree process, and provide career insight

scientists, doctors, lawyers, authors, etc. away from

to those students seeking to attend law school. Perez

troubled parts of Europe to seek greater opportunity in

completed her degree in political science in 2009, and

the United States, as well as the influx to the United

the LSPI program was instrumental in providing her with

Kingdom of aspiring professionals from India during

opportunities at competitive law schools. She decided

that same period. Since that time, commentators

to attend the University of Arizona James E. Rogers

have generally used the term “geographic brain

College of Law, and graduated in 2012.

drain” to describe the phenomenon of aspiring and talented young professionals leaving their home communities to pursue careers and

community building elsewhere.

“Tucson was nice because it was close to home, but also an entirely new and different community.” During my conversation with Perez, she remarked several times about the importance of being close to El Paso, and her

El Paso has often been cited as having a brain drain

desire to build a career here early on. “My family is here.

challenge, as for a significant period of the 1990s

My husband’s family is here. Much of my dad’s family is

and early 2000s studies suggested that a very

in Juárez.” We discussed how the geography of being

small percentage of our young professionals were

able to commute to Juárez was important to her, and

returning to El Paso to build their futures. However,

about how she was able to build upon her work and

that trend has slowly been reversing, and there

success in law school to create an opportunity here in

is no better example of a talented and dedicated

El Paso. Perez focuses her work in the area of labor and

young professional helping to reverse that trend than

employment law, an area she told me she felt drawn to

attorney Monica L. Perez, an associate with Mounce,

after completing course work in the area. “I was really

Green, Myers, Safi, Paxson, and Galaztan.

intrigued and interested after taking the basic overview course, and one of the major projects we completed in

A 2006 graduate of Franklin High School, Perez took

LSPI dealt with an employment issue. I knew that was

advantage of one of El Paso’s better kept secrets,

the area I wanted to focus on.”

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raising the bar Monica L. perez

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Perez worked at a firm in Phoenix while in

and currently serves as the secretary for both

Perez was emphatic when she spoke about

law school, and that experience has also

of those groups. She is a board member for

her passion for El Paso and about her and

given her a very positive perspective on

the UTEP Alumni Association, and is the

Daniel’s commitment to be a part of helping

practicing in El Paso. “This community, this

Assistant Chair for Resource Development

to grow El Paso and continue to move it

Bar Association, are very professional and

for the Junior League of El Paso. She serves

forward. “It was very encouraging to see all

very straightforward. It has been a wonderful

on the board of Big Brothers, Big Sisters of

of the progress that has occurred over the

experience

legal

El Paso, and she and her husband Daniel

past several years. I am excited to try and

community here.” We discussed the general

Perez, an environmental engineer for El Paso

help continue that growth.” As Confucius

rapport amongst El Paso attorneys and how

Electric, will be participating in the annual

once famously wrote: “Find a job that you

that generally translates into a better and

Dance for Kid’s Sake in October. She is

love and you will never work a day in your

more efficient experience for most clients.

also a member of this year’s Leadership El

life.” It is clear that Perez has found a pursuit

Paso Class 37, and is in the middle of that

that she can be passionate about and that she

challenging course work.

loves, and I am certain that she will continue

working

within

the

While Perez has certainly been working hard

to put that effort into shaping El Paso’s future

within her office to build her career, she has also focused a tremendous amount of time

That significant level of dedication outside of

for years to come, and our community will no

and energy into her service organizations. She

the office has resulted in her recognition as

doubt be better for it.

spends a lot of time working with the El Paso

MABA’s outstanding member last year, and

Young Lawyers Association (EPYLA), and the

as EPYLA’s Outstanding Young Lawyer of the

Mexican American Bar Association (MABA),

year this year.

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E l Pa s o w i n s b i g i n au s t i n

long with the many great things

Government Business Advocate of the Year,

El Paso celebrates this month, El

Hispanics from El Paso were deservingly

Paso’s heritage is one of them.

recognized for all of their skills and hard work.

With that, we recognize the

plethora of good things that happen in El

“The TAMACC calls for nominations to all of

Paso and to the people of this beautiful city.

their members. We had to beat nominations from 23 chamber members all over the

We’ve been named one of the top cities

state: Laredo, San Antonio, Corpus Christi,

for twenty-something-year-olds to move to,

etc.” said Pamela Morales, the El Paso

we’ve been named the safest city several

Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (EPHCC)

times, and Rolling Stone Magazine named

Communications Coordinator.

The Plaza Theater the number one music attraction in Texas in 2014. El Pasoans,

The El Paso Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

born or transplanted, can be proud to call

aims to serve as a resource for connection

this city their home.

“for the small, minority, and women-owned businesses” . The chamber was created so

Aside from El Paso’s continuous growth, its

that the local, Hispanic-owned businesses in

hospitable people, and the countless positive

El Paso could see growth, have a platform for

lists we make it on, we now have something

their voice, and preserve the heritage, culture,

else to be proud of: From August 6-8th, The

and diversity that this city is composed of.

Texas Association of Mexican American Chambers of Commerce (TAMACC) held

Morales also added, “We have been members

their 40th convention in Austin, Texas. At

of TAMACC since the beginning, for 25 years,

this convention, Texas businesses and

and we have always sent nominations and

entrepreneurs alike were recognized for

we have at least won in one category. The

their hard work and dedication. Impressively,

past two years have been extremely good for

four of the five business awards given at

us, bringing back to El Paso more than three

this convention were awarded to El Paso.

awards. Another good year for the EPHCC

With categories such as Business Man of

was 2006 - we got 4 recognitions.”

the Year, Business Woman of the Year and

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Nominees for categories such as Business

attending.” Veliz has been a member of the

Woman/Man of the Year had to meet different

EPHCC since the first day he started running

criteria such as: proof of business ownership,

his business, five years ago. “They believed

proof of being in good standing with the

in what my business was doing and they

EPHCC, provide newspapers clippings or

are very supportive and are here for the

published articles showing the Chamber’s/

interest of local businesses. They helped me

Organization’s programs and activities, and

understand a lot… they were very helpful.”

most importantly, be Hispanic.

Winner

of

the

Government

Hispanic

For Business Woman of the Year, Teresa

Business Advocate of the Year was Texas

Gandara, owner of Pencil Cup Office Products,

State Representative, Cesar Blanco. And

Inc., was recognized from El Paso. “Because

the fourth win for El Paso was awarded to

of the EPHCC, the help and support from them,

Wells Fargo as Corporate Hispanic Business

I was able to proudly and humbly represent El

Advocate of the Year. Big congratulations to

Paso. I’m very proud [of the award].” Not only

all the winners for excelling and representing

did Gandara go to the TAMACC convention

El Paso in a positive light.

to receive her award, but with the support of EPHCC she was able to set up a booth and

The El Paso Chamber of Commerce did

welcome a new set of clients and meet many

not leave empty-handed either. The EPHCC

new people. “The EPHCC can walk the walk

was recognized as the 2015 Large Hispanic

and talk the talk. They are really so supportive

Chamber of the Year. This is an award that the

with helping local businesses.”

chamber, in its 25 years of participating in the convention, has received for 10 years: 1994,

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Omar Veliz, President and founder of Veliz

1996, 2003, 2006, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012,

Construction, was the recipient of the award

2014 and 2015. With around 1,100 members

for the Business Man of the Year. Also

participating in the EPHCC, the criteria for

able to attend the convention in Austin he

this award also stated that chambers must

said, “It was really great. There was great

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meetings, annual convention, and legislative events, and must describe how

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the chamber maintained membership enrollment, sponsorships, and corporate partnerships, among a list of other things.

Be ready for next year as the TAMACC Convention will be held right here in El Paso, which is something that the EPHCC and Teresa Gandara stated their excitement about. We can hope that even more El Paso business owners are recognized for their hard work and contributions to the community.

As El Paso celebrates its heritage this month, let us not forget about the great city that we live in and the great things that people are doing here. The El Paso Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is a powerful tool and organization here in El Paso that highlights and recognizes the strengths of our local Hispanic business-owners.

From older generations we are often told “never forget where you come from� and the spirit of those awarded exude just that; they each embrace the heritage and culture of El Paso with arms wide open.

For more information on the El Pasoans recognized and the El Paso Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, visit www.ephcc.org.

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Larry Jeff McMurtry, the author of Lonesome Dove, is one Texan with

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co-written “Brokeback Mountain,” both Academy Award Winning

Lake, a detention center for misbehaving boys. Filled with dramatic

Hollywood films based on his work. This novel, “Lonesome Dove” even

tension this story, will make you laugh and cry as you discover the true

won a Pulitzer Prize in 1985. This story tells the tale of a small town in

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Lauren Falco Executive Support for Destination El Paso What skills are needed

Tacos or Burritos?

for your job?

Difficult, but tacos. They’re simple, understated, and delicious.

Working in an Executive Support role

for

a

company

as

large

What’s the coolest event you’ve worked on?

as Destination El Paso and for

My favorite event has definitely been El Paso Downtown Street

someone as high-profile as our

Festival because it’s a great local event that has been around for many

General Manager, Bryan Crowe, I

years and provides a fun atmosphere for the entire community. It has

must be quick-thinking, resourceful

also allowed me to connect to our existing social media followers,

and professional when it comes

as well as a new audience. Our increased presence at community

to regular contact with City of El

events has helped us promote El Paso Live’s events and as a result,

Paso staff, SMG corporate directors and other employees. I’m also

our social media numbers have grown at an astounding pace. Events

fortunate enough to assist with El Paso Live’s social media outreach

such as these have provided a great way to meet the people I may

efforts, which, I believe, has manifested a set of skills that play

have only known from behind a computer screen.

towards my creative nature. You must be witty, engaging, and current all within 140 characters or less.

Your favorite month of the year to spend in El Paso and why?

Late October/early November because of the fall, El Paso Live

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concerts, the beautiful weather, and laid-back feeling of the city.

Live Events in 140 characters or less?

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What’s the best thing about the people of El Paso?

That I can make a difference in helping the local Medical Staff

Everyone has been so friendly and welcoming since I have

Professionals stay updated, active and always ready to treat

been here.

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Where do you go when you want to eat something If you didn’t have that job, what would you like to be

spicy?

doing instead?

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With my passion for the arts, I would love to educate

childhood home, as my aunt “Cindy “ makes the best

everyone on the fun aspects of art and have more hands on

varieties of spicy dishes and salsas as she channels her inner

projects and exhibits at local museums. The sight impaired

Betty Crocker.

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E l Pa s o S y m p h o n y O r c h e s t r a

September, 2015

t’s September and in honor of Classical

Marcus called “The Green Cellist,” which was unveiled at their

Music Month, we are honoring our El

exquisite anniversary gala in August. The painting is of a concert

Paso Symphony Orchestra and it’s 85th

taking place in The Plaza Theatre, with the twist of a big green

anniversary. The El Paso Symphony Orchestra

cellist floating above the performance with the help of a colorful

is the longest performing arts association in El Paso and continues strong in the hands

umbrella and mystical cello.

of Chairman Arlene Carroll and Executive

The festivities don’t stop there though; September brings in

Director Ruth Ellen Jacobson. Not only have they

a one of a kind performance that will open the season for the

masterpieces

EPSO. The show will feature an exciting collaboration with the

for the past 85 years, but the El Paso Symphony

El Paso Museum of Art’s Masterpieces from the Guggenheim

been

performing

compositional

Orchestra, or EPSO, has also provided services to

Series and Stravinsky’s “The Rite of Spring.”

the children of El Paso through free music classes, tickets to performances and reaching out into the

“The Rite of Spring” may well be the most important and influential

community through events with the goal of enriching

work of the 20th century. By 1929, the New York Times proclaimed

our El Paso region. Established in the 1930s, our city

it “as significant to its time as Beethoven’s Ninth is to the 19th

can take pride in knowing that the EPSO is also the

century.” In one stroke of compositional genius, Stravinsky turned

longest continuously running symphony orchestra in the

every aspect of compositional creativity on its head and changed

state of Texas! To commemorate this monumental feat,

the course of musical thought forever,” says EPSO Chairman

the EPSO commissioned a painting by El Paso artist Hal

Arlene Carroll and Executive Director Ruth Ellen Jacobson.

The EPSO’s performances are a magnificent sight to see,

consisting of 80 core members, and depending on the music, EPSO may use more than 95 extra musicians on stage. The home of EPSO’s concerts is our downtown landmark, The Plaza Theatre.

As previously stated, the EPSO’s concerts are only the

beginning of their involvement in the community. The EPSO also holds a fierce educational mission, “to help students better appreciate fine music” says Chairman Carroll and Executive Director Jacobson. Since 1939, EPSO has introduced more than 750,000 fifth graders to live classical music; and in 2011, the EPSO partnered with Carnegie Hall’s Weill Music Institute to introduce an acclaimed program to schools all over El Paso.

This program provides school districts with an exceptional repertoire for students. The collection of music they provide is based on curriculum as well as aligns with national standards.

These programs boost children’s confidence, and keeps them well rounded in what they’re exposed to as they grow, learning music other than what’s being played on the radio today. Along

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with those two impressive programs, Chairman Carroll and Executive

by-Side concert. EPSYOs also provides additional components that

Director Jacobson expand on EPSO’s first ever after school program.

serve its members musical interests: Concerto Competition, the

Conductor Apprentice Program, Young Artist Piano Competition, and

“The Tocando Music Project began in 2013 at Hart Elementary School

a week long Summer Camp,” says Chairman Carroll and Executive

in the Segundo Barrio. Fashioned after the highly acclaimed El Sistema

Director Jacobson. A little website research goes on to show that

program in Venezuela, Tocando provides free instruments, four-days-a-

every member of the EL Paso Youth Orchestra goes on to college.

week musical instruction, and performance opportunities throughout the school year. Tocando helps students build self-confidence and

Beyond the diligent work of the EPSO and EPSYO towards our city’s

leadership as they use music classes to achieve higher goals and

adolescents, most El Pasoan’s are unaware of the vast community

improve scholastic performance.”

activities the EPSO is involved with. Every year, Downtown KidsPalooza takes place, which brings a day of family fun activities to

This year they will add a second campus to the program, Mission

our downtown area. The EPSO organizes this event, which attracts

Ridge Elementary in the Sparks neighborhood and hope to add one

more than 30,000 people annually. The EPSO also presents Pop Goes

more campus every year following. These programs reaching our El

the Fort, a popular patriotic concert at Fort Bliss. This free concert

Paso children show them a world, which they might not have known,

brings more than 15,000 people every year.

and gets them involved in the higher level thinking processes that music requires. This expands opportunity for all children in our area

Looking to the future, the EPSO has variety of performances in store

and allows them to go on and create brighter futures for themselves

for El Paso. The EPSO’s Music Director, Bohuslav Rattay has an

with self-assurance and a knowledge that keeps them competitive

exciting classical series planned for the upcoming season. The biggest

when applying for college or jobs. Another method of reaching out

events are, Dvorak in America on February 19 and 20th, which is part

into the community is by giving out free tickets or “Angel Tickets” to

of El Paso’s Dvorak Festival. The second biggest event is the season

students and seniors. This allows for anyone that wants to enjoy an

finale of the series is April 29 and 30, which will feature Beethoven’s

amazing show, to have that opportunity.

Symphony No. 9 “Ode to Joy” where the EPSO will be joined by UTEP Chorale. EPSO will also present Symphonic Springsteen, with a

The largest aspect of the EPSO’s educational mission is the El Paso

full rock band and the El Paso Symphony Orchestra, playing the music

Symphony Youth Orchestras, which focuses on serving the talented

of Bruce Springsteen, on February 27, 2016, so be sure not to miss

youth of El Paso, and does so with over 350 students a year ranging

out on these big events.

in ages from 8 to 23. The El Paso Symphony Youth Orchestra or EPSYOs, turns 10 years old this year, creating their own small legacy

“A symphony orchestra is considered a cornerstone of the arts in all

in the footsteps of the time-honored EPSO. Organized in 2005,

communities. The El Paso Symphony Orchestra contributes greatly

EPSYOs is open to all young orchestral musicians. The program is

to the cultural image and quality of life in El Paso, an important factor

tuition based, but EPSYOs will never turn away any hopeful student

in attracting potential business to the city,” says Chairman Carroll and

because of financial restrictions. Their scholarships cover the tuition

Executive Director Jacobson. With an honest mission to share the joy

of almost 50% of the students, which offers opportunity, where many

and benefits of music with the entire region, it’s no wonder how the

in the low-income areas of our region, may not have recieved before.

El Paso Symphony Orchestra is celebrating it’s 85th year of success.

There are many bright things ahead for the EPSO and EPSYO, and

“EPSYOs students participate in weekly rehearsals and four concerts.

with pride we can say we hold such a treasure in our city.

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defense cases, he also provides nationwide

his 13-year old son, Jonah, as regulars at

representation in federal criminal defense and

Houston Texans football games. Asked of his

immigration matters. Jokingly, he admits that

plans for the future, he states simply, “I like

colleagues refer to him as “the Southwest

where my career has taken me so far, so I

Native El Pasoan, Sergio A. Saldivar, is intent

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plan on just continuing with my God given

on providing criminal defense that is thorough,

different Texas counties he’s appeared in

journey.” So it goes to show that with a focus

results driven, and based on winning! A

with his busy, lawyerly travels. Co-counseling

on results, Saldivar is not only winning in the

graduate of Austin High School who earned

cases in other regions entails having the kind

courts, he’s also winning with the people!

a BS in Criminal Justice from UTEP, he

of support necessary to execute winning

eagerly took a position with U.S. Customs

strategies, so Saldivar only teams up with

and learned everything he could. This was

skilled trial lawyers “who have the same

the beginning of a journey on the road to

work ethic and values” that he does.

being an advocate for the people. Earning his JD at the Thurgood Marshall School of

This brings us to what it is about Saldivar

Law in Houston, the full-fledged attorney

that makes him a true winner. Voted ‘Best

subsequently opened his first practice there

Attorney’ in our Best of The City 2014

in 2002. Five years later, the native returned

awards, the people of El Paso spoke in a

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“What was your favorite place to hang out in El Paso when you were younger?”

Jazmin Grau “I was always at the bowling alleys, because I loved to bowl and a lot of my friends worked in them so I was always hanging out there.”

Monica Porras “The Franklin Mountains because I’ve always loved nature, and being very spiritual, which is something that we all need to be full of … inner peace.”

Ericka Rivera “I loved to go to Chuck E’ Cheese because I love pizza and wings, and now that I have kids it’s very fun to be playing with them and eating pizza.”

Debbie Peck “When I was younger I went to The Caravan East a lot, I loved to dance and it was a great dance hall to hang out with your friends, now it’s called Wild Horse.”

Jeanette Flores-Wesstrom “When I was little I loved to go to Memorial Park because I always had my birthday parties there, also driving around with my family in the valley all the way to Mesilla.”

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ur neighbors are doing cool things – La Semilla Food Center, a local farm located in Anthony, New Mexico, is doing more than just bringing healthy food to farmers markets in El Paso and Las Cruces.

Partnered with an organization called Food Corps, La Semilla works with school districts in Anthony, New Mexico and Las Cruces, for a program they’ve named “Farm to School: Edible Education.” This amazing hands-on program works with students at elementary and middle school levels to educate them about growing food and becoming more conscious about what they are putting into their bodies.

Let’s be frank — this program, and what La Semilla Food Center is doing for the community, is incredible. Long gone are the days when agriculture was second nature to children. If allowed, kids will eat junk food and fast food all day. Unless they have health-conscious parents, they don’t know what they are putting into their bodies and the consequences that come with eating poorly.

I spoke with Rebecca Wiggins, co-founder of Farm to School, who was able to share with me the different changes and the various things going on with Edible Education.

Starting in September, Food Corps employees will help teach students how to grow various edible plants. The participating schools include Gadsden Elementary School, Gadsden Middle School, Valley View Elementary in Las Cruces, and several others. Something new this coming year, Wiggins stated, was that they are now including professional development workshops for teachers at each school participating in the program. This is great, as these teachers are with the students all day, year round, and can emphasize the importance of this program and implement agricultural knowledge into other lesson plans. A new lesson for Edible Education will be taught every month so that students can get a full overview of different plants and how to cook and make healthier choices.

The types of food planted, and the types of flowers planted, are all in season at the time and will help students understand and learn more about the different seasonal plants. For example, Wiggins named some of the edibles that they would be planting this school year during cooler months: spinach, kale, carrots and beets will be included, and for warmer months: eggplants, squash, and tomatoes will be something they can look forward to.

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| By: GRACE THE PSYCHIC LADY |

Your First Psychic Reading Have you ever wanted to go see a Psychic

several attempts, then perhaps some higher

Some red flags to watch out for in a reading

and have your cards read or your fortune

power is saying this is one to avoid for yourself.

can include: Never allow a Psychic to pass

told, but didn’t know where to look for one

Things I suggest that are helpful during a

judgment on you, point fingers, or berate you

or what to ask? Anything we try for the first

reading include having a person’s birthday, as

by telling you you’re doing something wrong.

time is usually nerve racking. Please allow

this is helpful in tuning into someone else,

Terminate a session if it does not feel right

me to take some of the guesswork out and

and being open minded to the information

to you or makes you feel uncomfortable.

give you some tips in helping you decide on a

you may receive. It may not make sense

A reputable Psychic will never predict your

reputable Psychic, as well as give some do’s

right then and there, but after time, it may.

death, or that you have a terminal disease.

and don’ts for your first visit.

If you are skeptical or closed minded during

Only a physician can determine medical

a reading this will hinder the energy and not

conditions. Beware if you are told that you are

First, do your research: Finding a Psychic is

allow there to be a good reading, so being

cursed and take your business elsewhere.

quite easy nowadays. With technology, you

open minded is important.

Unfortunately, there are scam artists out there just like good car salesmen and bad car

can google just about anything. Also ask your friends. Surprisingly many people consult

Ask if you can take notes or even record

salesmen, but a genuine Psychic will never

Psychics and Mediums regularly and are

the session. First time nerves get the best

tell you you’re doomed.

happy to refer you to whom they go.

of everyone and being able to go back over notes or the recording helps to catch things

Lastly, your destiny is not set in stone. You do

Listen to your own intuition about finding the

you might have otherwise missed. A day or

have the ability to change things and yourself.

right Psychic or reader for you. For example,

so before your appointment take the time

Usually the insight, advice, or direction in a

if you read up on someone’s website and

to write down specific questions. Usually,

session can be helpful to things going on that

are feeling positive about seeing them, then

people are so nervous they completely forget

perhaps you didn’t see before for yourself

this is probably a good match for you. On the

something they truly wanted to know. If it

because you are too close to the situation.

other hand, if you get a negative feeling or call

makes you more comfortable, bring a friend

This is what I refer to as “free will.”

to schedule and they are not available after

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To All The

Broken Hearted | By: MICHELLE CROMER |

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September, 2015

“And you finally realize with all the bad stuff there always comes good. If our lives are like clay cups then pain carves the cup deeper as we endure more sorrow but only to make it hold more joy as we drink from the well that of the love that surrounds us everyday.”

– J. August Luhrs

A ll

smart,

I don’t have the answers. I don’t know some

I know it’s hard to believe people when they

talented, funny friends I

big truth that I can reveal to everyone. All I

say, “I know how you feel.” But I actually

know seem to be broken

can do is hurt, and try to stop hurting, and try

know how you feel. I understand feeling as

the

genuinely

hearted. You will notice

to help others stop hurting. Maybe we need

insignificant as humanly possible. And how

it on Twitter more than Facebook, because

to tribe up, find each other and put our arms

it can actually ache in places you didn’t know

Facebook is where you go to do your

around each other and say something like: I

you had inside you. And it doesn’t matter

performance art. It’s where you pretend to be

know you have lost someone and it hurts.

how many new haircuts you get, or gyms

hip; the place where people have ridiculously

Perhaps you began to lose pieces of them

you join, or how many glasses of Malbec

perfect relationships; the obligatory trips

until one day, they had disappeared. I’m not

you drink with your girlfriends, you still go

to the moon and where all toddlers potty

going to tell you tomorrow is another day,

to bed every night going over every detail

train themselves. It’s the place where you

the sun will go on shining, or there are plenty

and wonder what you did wrong or how you

hide how crazy you really are. Facebook is

of fish in the sea. It is ok to hurt, and it won’t

could have misunderstood. And how in the

surface; Twitter is subtext, and judging by

be better for a long, long time, but eventually

hell, for that brief moment, you could think

what I am seeing lately, there are a lot of

it will. For now take all the time you need.

that you were that happy. And sometimes

people experiencing bone-aching sadness.

Here is some chocolate.

you can even convince yourself that he’ll see the light and show up at your door. And after

I have attempted to find a common

And most of us have figured out that we

all that, however long all that may be, you’ll

denominator for all these broken hearted

have to do what’s in front of us and keep

discover that little pieces of your soul will

souls

varied.

doing it. Go to work, return calls, answer

finally come back. And you will realize where

Anything from; she had a mole on her

emails, return library books, go to the store.

there is potential for love the heart keeps on

eyelid; he pronounced it “cold slaw,” and

And breathe. And some of us even pray. The

going. It will love whom it loves even if you

Venus is retrograde. All the excuses you

horror felt is real, and so you do your laundry

don’t want it to, even after relationships end.

can imagine and some you can’t. But no

and you make it through another day. In the

It will keep loving after that too.

one has said, “I am three gallons of crazy in

aftermath of a loss we do what we’ve always

a two gallon bucket and no one can put up

done, although we are changed. Perhaps

with a mess like me.”

that’s the point. People change for two

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September, 2015

How to Exit from a

Relationship with

Dignity

| By: JANNET BUSTILLOS |

Breaking up is never easy and can be a taunting decision. Although there is no correct way to a break-up there are ways both of you can maintain your dignity, and make the process a little less painful.

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Make sure your reasoning behind the break up is clear. Avoid any vacillation or indecisive thoughts. This may be a life altering decision, and it’s something you must be very certain about.

Decide ahead of time if breaking up is really the answer. If you are certain moving on is the route you want to take, then don’t let any manipulation from your partner allow you to think otherwise.

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Determine when the best time to break the news might be.

Ultimately there will never be a right time for this, but don’t do it in public or at a family dinner. Can you say “awkward”?

Make sure you break the news in person. With today’s technology people are keener to send an email or a text message, but be courageous and deliver the news face to

face. There’s obviously an exception to the rule if your partner lives

Don’t send mixed signals. There is no need to make the other person wonder what’s happening. Say what you need to say

out of town, then a phone call or face time conversation will do.

feelings enough that you can tell your partner why you’re

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really breaking up with them. Keep it short and to the point.

Practice your delivery beforehand if you feel the need.

clearly and concisely.

Be honest about your decision. Honor your significant other’s

No matter what you do, make sure you do not raise your voice.

If you want to leave this relationship with dignity and on semigood terms, then the worst thing you can do is lose self control.

You will get your point across better when you’re calm and collected.

Lengthy explanations can sometimes make things more complicated.

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September, 2015

| By: DENISE NELSON-PRIETO |

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September, 2015

T

iffany Christopher has been playing music for most

vocational music program] you really have an idea of working in the

of her 34 years. She is a veritable one-woman

studio, how to call the shots, and how to work under pressure.”

band, writing her own songs, singing, and playing

all the instruments for the arrangements, including

Currently she is enmeshed in the Southwest live music circuit. Music

guitar and drums. She has opened for such notable

lovers can catch her one-of-a-kind show at various area bars and clubs,

acts as the Indigo Girls, Ani DiFranco, and Spearhead,

including Monarch, Bowie Feathers, and El Patio. She also toured in

to name a few. The Illinois native has lived all over the

Taos, Santa Fe, Tucson, and various parts of Colorado this summer.

country and transplanted to a horse ranch in Anthony, NM

about three years ago.

Aside from copious original material, hundreds of jazz tunes she learned in college, and tons of cover songs, Christopher will soon be

Not always a solely self-reliant performer, the veteran musician has

able to add a new record to her musical repertoire. Due out later this

done time as a member of a band. Several years ago, Christopher

year is her LP, “Tremendous Heart.”

performed and toured with her eponymous band. However, after moving to the Southwest, she decided it was time for a change.

The songs for the record were written over the course of the last few

She was exploring a way to make her music more captivating, and

years. The majority of the material was recorded in Colorado. After

more about the songs themselves, rather than focusing so much on

experiencing creative differences with the studio owner/engineer,

individual players’ musical abilities.

Christopher was forced to become more innovative, resourceful, and self-sufficient. This ultimately led her to Sonic Ranch in Tornillo.

“I’ve really learned how to be captivating. It’s [the one-woman band setup] not a schtick or a gimmick. It’s just the sound I like right now.

“The engineer at Sonic Ranch added the more modern stuff I wanted

I look forward to playing with a band again and I like playing with

on my songs. It was such a blessing to find this place,” she said.

people, but on the terms of the song and what the song deserves, and not about what everybody’s ego wants,” she said. “There’s

Although Christopher has released records before, as she explains,

something more important, that’s bigger than any of us, going on

“Tremendous Heart” is her magnum opus.

within the song. When I play I worship the songs and pay homage to what it makes me feel in my heart. I try to convey that to the listener.”

“I feel like everything else I’ve done was leading up to this point.

It’s definitely the biggest investment I’ve made in my life, financially,

Christopher received an Associates of Art degree in music and

mentally, emotionally,” she said. “This record is my heart on a platter.”

composition from Southwestern Community College in Iowa (SWCC). It was by a sheer stroke of luck that she ended up going to

A combination of various elements has led to Christopher’s maturation

college. After dropping out of high school and moving down to South

as an artist and a better ability to convey her true message.

beach in Miami, she received a fortuitous phone call from a friend enrolled in the program.

“Before moving here, I just never felt like my heart was getting out to the audience, whether I was distracted because the arrangements

“He called and said the program was perfect for me, so I got my GED

weren’t going the way I wanted with the band, or I just had a big, fat

in ’99, right when I would have been graduating [high school] and

ego, or I was just too much in my head,” she said. ”But somewhere

entered the program at SWCC,” Christopher said.

between studying yoga and meditating a lot over the last couple years, and moving down here where there’s so much space, I feel like there’s

Her education provided a solid foundation from which to launch a

no wall between me and the crowd any more. There’s this tremendous

music career.

reciprocation of energy. When I give more, they give more back.”

“It really gave me a good feel for so many aspects about playing

You can find out more about Tiffany Christopher on her website: http://

music: playing with people, leading a band, writing out arrangements,

tiffanychristopher.com/tc/ or on social media: https://www.facebook.

and transposing songs,” Christopher said. “When you get out of [the

com/tiffanychristophermusic?fref=nf&pnref=story.

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Dental Veneers

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rom Katy Perry to Zac Efron, almost every celebrity in Hollywood today has veneers. With this cosmetic trend growing more popular over recent years, we’re seeing it not only in magazines, but also in our local community. As with any new trend, questions about safety, procedure and upkeep arise. To begin with the facts, let’s briefly go over what a veneer is. A veneer is a thin custom-made shell created with tooth colored

materials like porcelain or resin. They are shaped to fit and cover the surface of imperfect teeth, creating a tooth that matches the patients desired shape, length and color. On occasion, it is necessary for some enamel from the patients’ real tooth to be stripped away. The veneer can then be bonded to the front of the tooth. Veneers mask worn down, chipped, broken, misaligned, uneven, irregularly shaped, and discolored teeth. To help us understand the process of veneers, Dr. Antonio Solis of Southwest Celebrity Smiles, along with Dr. Adela McLaughlin of El Paso Quality Dentistry, will share a bit of their expertise.

Are full smile veneers a common request from your clients nowadays?

Dr. Adela McLaughlin: One of the most common requests is to enhance the way a smile looks. While a person may not specifically ask for veneers, it is certainly an option that has become popular because of the ability it provides to enhance the color, shape and alignment of teeth.

Is the procedure painful?

Dr. Antonio Solis: There should never be pain associated with any dental procedure.

Depending on how much (if any) enamel reduction will be necessary; it’s best to anesthetize the areas that will be worked on, so no sensitivity occurs during the procedure. But in most cases, very minimal to no preparation of the tooth is needed so it is really not necessary to anesthetize and no discomfort should be felt.

Do veneers ever fall off?

Dr. Adela McLaughlin: A well made set of veneers will most likely not fall off, but there are many factors that affect both the esthetic result and longevity of veneers. Veneers that fall off usually were not planned properly, placed properly or maintained properly. A well-trained dentist can provide predictable veneers that can last a very long time!

Dr. Antonio Solis: Even though new technology in porcelain materials and bonding agents make it virtually improbable for veneers to fall off, there are other factors that can cause veneers to fracture or come unbounded. Occlusion; how the person bites down on to their teeth, is one. Another is biting down on hard objects such as metal, your nails, bobby pins, etc.

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What are the pros of veneers?

What are the cons?

Dr. Adela McLaughlin: Benefits of veneers are many.

Dr. Antonio Solis: There are some cons; cost is one

The obvious is changing an unattractive smile to a

because veneers are not cheap. The need to reduce

powerful smile. A beautiful smile can provide increased

tooth structure is another. If not done properly, chipping,

self-confidence, and research has shown that people

breaking, un-bonding or not being done to the patients’

with nice smiles get jobs more easily. Other benefits

satisfaction is always a negative. There is no reverse

include protection of teeth with worn enamel, decreased

once tooth structure is removed.

sensitivity, and in some cases a more stable bite!

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September, 2015 What if you get tired of having veneers?

Dr. Adela McLaughlin: If your veneers required having enamel removed, you cannot reverse the procedure. Your options would be to replace the veneers with new ones. If no enamel was removed, you may be able to have your veneers removed, but it could be tricky or difficult to do so. My advise is to take your time learning about your options, and find an experienced dentist who allows you to be involved in the process so the end result meets your expectations.

What is the price range?

Dr. Antonio Solis: There is a broad range of investments for veneers. I’ve heard as low as $200 to as high as $2,000 per veneer. What’s important is to do your homework. Research the doctors’ credentials, where the doctor received their training, their experience with cosmetic dentistry, and past cases you can review. All of these are important. Of course, the more experience and the better the training, the more you will be investing. And be careful, cheaper isn’t always better. You get what you pay for, like anything else.

What is the response from customers who’ve had this procedure done?

Dr. Adela McLaughlin: In my office, patients are excited about their results! I have not had one patient tell me they regret their decision to have veneers.

Dr. Antonio Solis: Patients always leave happy with a newer, whiter celebrity smile.

Sometimes they can’t believe how different they look. It’s definitely the most rewarding and satisfying procedure I do. For the most part it’s an almost instant change, kind of like waving a magic wand on the patient.

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A proud father of three daughters who’s equally committed to his girls, even serving as their team volleyball couch when he’s not working, Dr. Solis knows well what it means to care for adolescent teeth. He focuses on offering preventative treatments to eliminate orthodontics in the teen years and makes this his preferred method of care. This sets his

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Dr. Scott Stein, DDS “I like helping people. If you help their smile, you can help their confidence.”

Born in Denver and raised in El Paso, Dr.

that he also practices sports dentistry. This

appointment. This eliminates the need for

Scott Stein has operated and continued his

includes being a dentist for the Chihuahua’s

several visits when a patient needs a crown.

dental practice since 1990. Graduating as a

baseball team, the El Paso Rhino’s, UTEP

T-bird from Coronado High School, he left for

Athletics, and he is also a Dentist for the US

Having been previously been awarded Best

college to complete his Bachelor’s degree

Olympic team.

Dentist with The City Magazine, and this year awarded The Patients’ Choice Winner by

at UT-Austin. After finishing his undergrad, Dr. Stein continued his education at Baylor

Working with a team of five hygienists, two

Open Care, El Pasoans can unquestionably

College of Dentistry, and then proceeded to

assistants, and two administrative staff,

look forward to great service with a dentist

do three years of dentistry in Germany with

the practice is able to accommodate all of

that truly cares. “I like helping people. If

the military. A father to two daughters, an

the patients that walk in. The practice also

you help their smile, you can help their

avid traveler, power-lifter, bodybuilder and

provides several different dental services in

confidence.” Stop loathing the visit to the

personal trainer for competitors, Dr. Stein

order to cater to the various needs of each

dentist’s office and go see Dr. Stein for any

shows no signs of slowing down — this kind

patient seen. Services that are provided

of your dental needs.

of energy is good for a dentist seeing an

include, but are not limited to: teeth bleaching

average of 60 patients a day.

and whitening, dentures, veneers, restorative

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and sleep appliances. Rare to El Paso offices,

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Dr. Dan Allen, Allen Orthodontics “I like working with people And our patients like coming to us.”

Dr. Allen has one prominent goal for his

October to December. And if he wasn’t

the best that it can be. Staying current with

orthodontic practice: “Make the world a

busy enough with the numerous patients

the latest technologies and making personal

better place one smile at a time.” A new, but

he sees daily, and the community service

connections, Dr. Allen is an excellent choice

very proud El Pasoan since 2007, Dr. Allen is

he does, Dr. Allen is also a Bishop for his

when considering an orthodontist. “I like

committed to providing excellent orthodontic

church on Sundays.

working with people and our patients like coming to us.”

services to patients of all ages. Graduating from the University of Washington with

A member of the American Dental Association,

his D.D.S. and obtaining his certificate of

the Texas Dental Association, and the El

orthodontics from the University of Illinois

Paso District Dental Society (among others),

at Chicago, Dr. Allen is knowledgeable and

Dr. Allen is able to stay up to date with

ready to cater to your needs whether you

the latest improvements and technologies

prefer the sleek and hidden look of Invisalign,

associated with orthodontic care. One of

Allen Orthodontics

or need your teeth aligned with the more

the technology advances includes an iTero

Daniel M. Allen, DDS, MS

traditional option of braces.

Digital Impression Scanner. Gone are the

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days of having pink gooey impressions

El Paso, Texas 79912

Newly implanted into El Paso, Dr. Allen has

made for teeth alignment. This machine is

already made the community around him a

able to scan and make a digital impression,

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much brighter one. Aside from running his

generating faster results.

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jaime Rivera, DMD, Rivera Orthodontics “I’ve always been about helping people. I love how we can change a person’s life. The perception of themselves changes. It’s so rewarding.”

Originally from Colima, Mexico, Dr. Rivera found

place to raise a family. The people here are

– and it continues to grow as word spreads

his way to California when he was just two

so nice.” An easy-going and genuine person

about the professionalism and genuine care

years old. Growing up in a small one-bedroom

himself, he’s proud to call El Paso his home

that Dr. Rivera provides.

home that he shared with his parents and

and raise his children here.

Accepting as many insurance companies as

four brothers, life was not always easy but it was always a family oriented and supportive

Rivera Orthodontics offers teeth alignment

possible, seek out Dr. Rivera for any of your

environment. Graduating from UCLA in 1999,

through, the use of traditional braces to clear

orthodontic needs. Not only is he extremely

Dr. Rivera furthered his education at Temple

aligners for patients of all ages. Dr. Rivera, also

qualified, he also truly cares and loves what

University School of Dentistry in Philadelphia. It

a Dentofacial Orthopedics Specialist, is a Board

he does.

was during his second year of dental school that

Certified Orthodontist – only four orthodontists

he decided to enlist in the Army. Later stationed

are Board Certified in El Paso according to

at Fort Bliss, he was then sent to Iraq for a year,

aooinfo.org. “I’m an over-achiever. It was my

providing dental care for all military branches and

personal goal to be that much more qualified.”

even detainees at Camp Bucca, Al Basra, Iraq.

Dr. Rivera also stated, “I’ve always been about helping people. I love how we can change a

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After finishing his three years of active duty

person’s life. The perception of themselves

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in the military, Dr. Rivera went to San Antonio

changes. It’s so rewarding.”

Board Certified Orthodontist 6901 Helen of Troy, Bldg. D-1

to complete his orthodontic residency from 2010-2013. At this point, with two kids and

Since November 2013, Dr. Rivera has held

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wife, the family decided to permanently

his practice, Rivera Orthodontics. Since

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relocate to El Paso. “El Paso is a better

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Dr. Christine Phan, DDS Dr. Richard Pham, DDS, Smile Heroes “Taking care of a tooth is science; making patients smile is an art.

Doing both of these is what makes the brick and mortar of Smile Heroes.”

Orthodontics,

This husband and wife team graduated from

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conceptualized and founded by Drs. Richard

the University of the Pacific Dugoni School of

specialized care when needed.

Pham and Christine Phan, is a fun-loving

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dental practice! Their Purpose Statement

spent several years furthering their knowledge

Giving back to the El Paso community has

shows what they are all about:

with advanced education in hospital dentistry.

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practice’s values. Conducting canned food

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teams, providing dental education and free

welcoming dental home; with compassion and

patients, complex cases, dental traumas, and

screenings at neighborhood schools, are just

efficiency, we provide affordable quality dental

sedation dentistry. Richard and Christine are

a few of the ways their practice is able to give

care, continual education and outreach to

both proud members of multiple local, state,

back to the people of our beautiful “Sun City.”

improve our community’s health and smiles.”

and nationwide dental organizations.

The culture at Smile Heroes shines through

Caring for both kids and adults alike, this

their upbeat staff, and this atmosphere

customer service oriented dental practice

trickles down to their patients. Dr. Pham

goes above and beyond to make it easy to

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way you look and present yourself can open the door. The way you perform will keep you there

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or help you advance.

industry. You want to make sure you look like you belong.

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Alejandro Alba From El Paso to the

New York | By: LAUREN MACIAS-CERVANTES |

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H

Where are they now?

ow would you like to test and

Alejandro attributes his sense of adventure

review the latest technology

and desire to travel to his parents, Paty and

before anyone can buy it? That’s

Salvador Alba. “When I was little we were

what UTEP graduate Alejandro

always traveling.” Los Angeles is where

Alba does for the “New York Daily News.”

Alejandro thought he would always end up

He’s been a tech reporter for the tabloid

living, but it was an editorial fellowship with

style publication for almost a year. Alejandro

“BuzzFeed” that took him to the nation’s

writes about the latest gadgets and newest

largest city. His life has been on the fast

apps and tracks technology trends and

track and very different in the last year. “It’s a

newsmakers. In addition to writing stories

different lifestyle (in New York City). You have

and reviews, he records a video segment

to give yourself a moment to think.”

for online use. The best part about his job he says is reviewing the latest tech. “Being

You’ll never find the food we have in the

a little kid I was always the one that would

Borderland in The Big Apple. That’s what

save money to buy the latest console. Now it

Alejandro says he misses the most about El

kind of makes sense.”

Paso, and his family of course. “I just can’t get chile over here. I haven’t been able to

The multimedia professional didn’t always want

find good Mexican food.”

He recalls having great mentors that helped him. At UTEP it was The Department of

to be a journalist. He wanted to be a scientist or a surgeon with acting on the side then thought

Being a reporter, Alejandro has written

Communication Chair, Dr. Stacey Sowards

about going into psychology in middle school.

many stories, interviewed many celebrities

and Kathleen Flores, Director of Student

His love for journalism came in high school. He

and authored countless reviews, but one

Publications. “I’ve also looked up to my

clearly remembers what started it all. “It was

of his most memorable experiences in the

brother,

the first day of school and an upperclassman

field triggered middle school memories. He

engineer in Houston. I aspire to one day be as

came in and asked if I wanted to read the

was covering a Guitar Hero event, where

successful,” he says. Future aspirations for

school announcements. I was told to go to a

celebrities had been recruited to play and he

Alejandro include broadcast, whether online

specific classroom and get a paper; I followed

met Vanessa Hudgens. “I remember growing

or on TV, or acquiring an editor position. “I

through and gave the announcements. I loved

up I watched ‘High School Musical.’ I went

started at a very young age and I’m very

giving the news; I loved talking. After that I just

up to her and asked her to sing ‘Sneaker

committed to this, so I think I’ll be able to

followed through.”

Night.’ She didn’t sing because she was still

accomplish that.”

Abraham.

He’s

a

mechanical

on Broadway and on vocal rest, but she was Alejandro was in yearbook, theatre and

really nice. It was cool meeting her.”

As for what’s next and his review of the best in technology; Alejandro is obsessed

student council in high school then wrote for “Minero Magazine” and was the editor-in-

Success has come quickly for the millennial,

over a virtual reality/augmented reality set

chief for “The Prospector” in college. It was

who also worked as a travel blogger for

to come out the last quarter of this year

while at UTEP that he experienced his first

AIFS in London and as a reporter for Scripps

and early next year. “I grew up playing

trip away from home without his parents.

Howard. So how does Alejandro stay on

MMORPGs (Massively Multiplayer Online

He traveled to Indonesia on scholarship. “It

track? “I just keep thinking, ‘I’m not done.’

Role Playing Games), I’m looking forward

was pretty crazy, but it was pretty amazing,”

That keeps me grounded. Sometimes I

to seeing how virtual reality can expand the

he says. “The Indonesia trip made me very

write down the goals; sometimes you get

world of gaming.”

independent. I felt I could go other places

distracted, but you have to stay on track and

and survive.”

not get a big head.”

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September, 2015

Make A Wish

| By: ELINAM DZUBEY |

Grants a Wish

I

E L PA S O

t is said that laughter is the best medicine, and on July 25 2015, eight-year-old Eder, received the best medicine possible when he met the person who could always put a smile on his face: Ronald McDonald.

“I think he’s funny and he makes me laugh. I just want to meet my friend,” Eder said.

When he was just a little boy, Eder and his family learned that he had leukemia. Despite his diagnosis, Eder has remained optimistic.

Like many boys his age, Eder loves to play video games, soccer, and is a big fan of superheroes such as Iron Man. Eder’s wish took place at the Ronald McDonald House in Central El Paso, granted by the Make-A-Wish North Texas El Paso Regional Office with volunteer support from Dignity Memorial Funeral Home, who raised funds for Make-A-Wish.

Ivan Jaquez, the fundraising captain for Dignity Memorial, was overjoyed that his team raised more than $5,800. Jacquez said the entire experience was an honor.

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September, 2015 The wish reveal party kicked off with Eder making a special entrance and was greeted by his friends and family, Dignity Memorial and – as a special surprise – Ronald McDonald. Initially a little shy, Eder became more at ease once he was hanging out with Ronald, who made the day extra special by having a paper shredding contest with Eder, making him a paper mask and performing a variety of magic tricks.

“I love Ronald McDonald, and have always wanted to meet him,” Eder said.

Dignity Memorial decorated the Ronald McDonald House with balloons, superhero masks and a face painting station. At the station, Eder had his face painted just like Ronald McDonald with the help of some Minions, some of his favorite characters from the movie “Despicable Me.” There were plenty of treats at the party, such as superhero and sports-themed cupcakes, cookies, chips, and a variety of sandwiches that were donated by Subway.

Eder also received a visit from Batman, Iron Man, Subman from Subway and several electronic gifts. With the help from Batman, Eder opened his gifts, which included a PS4, movies, video games, Beats headphones, an iPad, a 55” flat screen TV, a jersey from one of his favorite soccer players, Leonel Messi, as well as several gifts from his friends and family. Even though this day was dedicated to Eder, he wanted to make sure that his sister also felt special and requested that she receive an iPad as well, a testament of Eder’s selflessness and consideration for those around him despite his illness.

Another member of the fundraising team at Dignity Memorial, Bernie Valdez, stressed the importance of giving back to the community.

“If you give, you receive,” Valdez said.

“Having three healthy children myself, giving back to Make-A-Wish is a special opportunity for me to give back to someone.”

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PET OF THE

MONTH

HE’S A FULL-TIME STUDENT AND A PART TIME SLED DOG. TCM Pet of the Month highlights our readers’ best friends!

“Whiskey” - Siberian Husky Owner Steven Ayers says, “This is my dog, Whiskey. He’s a Siberian Husky, my best friend and he should be your Pet of the Month. He’s a full-time student and a part time sled dog. He’s currently enrolled at UTEP (the University of Texas for the Education of Pets, that is). He and I have been together since he was six weeks old - he’s now almost two! We wake up together and love days at the dog park.

Occasionally, my girlfriend and I will dress him in my shirts - which he tries to be a good sport about. He’s the friendliest dog, too. He likes meeting new people, dogs, and even cats!”

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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Caffe September, 2015

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Fioretti R ight at the corner of Grama

there’s a lot of vintage teacups and teapots,

for special occasions such as Valentine’s

Street and Montana there is

a chimney that’s been repurposed as a shelf,

Day. Also, a week before Thanksgiving,

a little coffee and teahouse

some of Gonzalez’s family pictures and even

Caffe Fioretti hosts a Christmas fair in which

by the name of Caffe Fioretti.

original art from her nephew. These simple

vendors can sell their stuff while enjoying a

When you open the front

touches contribute to the atmosphere of this

nice hot beverage. The party includes a three-

place and make it very cozy.

tier tray with sandwiches (the most popular

gate and walk onto the

being the chicken salad sandwich that is

porch, you can see a trail

of flowers that will lead you to the entrance

The edge that Caffe Fioretti has over its

mixed with almonds, apples and grapes with

of Caffe Fioretti, which is established in an

competitors is the unique experience of

a special house dressing), a tier of seasonal

old downtown house full of character and

drinking tea or coffee that it offers. “Caffe

fruit, and the top tier full of delicious pastries

charm. Once inside, you can either make

Fioretti is my favorite place to come to,

that are ordered from local bakeries.

yourself comfortable on a vintage couch, or

since it’s the most comfortable, pleasant and

sit at one of the small private tables. You will

wonderful place to get lost in for hours,” says

With over 40 leaf teas to choose from, and a

be able to feel the homey-ness that owner,

Rosemary Camarillo, one of their most loyal

variety of coffee – including a healthy option,

Laura Gonzalez, perfectly accomplished.

customers. “I love the atmosphere here, I

the tea parties have proved to be a complete

love that it’s a girly place. It’s an experience

success with bridal showers, baby showers

Gonzalez took inspiration from her first

and that’s what distinguishes it from other

or just a regular get together with your best

European trip when she opened Caffe Fioretti

places.” Camarillo goes to Caffe Fioretti as

friends. The attendees are encouraged to

almost nine years ago. She was fascinated

often as she can, and she has been part of

wear a hat to make it more authentic, and

by the ambience and the relaxed feel of the

the famous tea parties that Gonzalez offers.

if they don’t have one, Gonzalez has a great selection of hats to choose from.

little Italian coffee houses where she tried her first cup of cappuccino. The decoration

The tea parties are private events that can be

inside Caffe Fioretti is very Italian-inspired;

booked on Saturdays. There are also tea parties

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Join us for lunch or dinner with chef/owner Cosimo Battaglia, who hails from Calabria, Italy. For the freshest seafood, gourmet hand-cut Angus reserve steaks aged 21 days, and gently homemade pasta from Italy, Mi Piaci is your destination.

Call 915-875-0034 to RSVP.

If you can’t make it to one of the tea parties, don’t worry – Caffe Fioretti’s lunch hours are from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. and have a variety of items to choose from. Laura wants to encourage healthy options since Caffe Fioretti has been working with “Eat Well! El Paso.” This is one of the main reasons they don’t offer regular sodas or overly sweet drinks. Caffe Fioretti also stands out because they serve all their beverages in authentic china. Gonzalez has been collecting teapots and teacups over the years and she thinks that’s the best way to enjoy a nice cup of tea.

Caffe Fioretti is definitely a unique place in which family legacy gathers, Gonzalez and her sisters are invested in keeping this teahouse as authentic as possible and it shows. They live each day with their mother Esperanza’s motto “Laughter is the most beautiful and vital force.” You can feel the good vibes and the love in every cup of tea, in the walls and in the ambience. They made Caffe Fioretti a place where friends and family can gather and just have a good time!

Selected as one of the Top 5 Bars with a View

by BARTENDER Magazine.

Sunset Terrace offers Mediterranean-influenced design with cabana beverage service.

Savory food provided by Fire, a unique downtown dining experience.

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Storm Clouds Beckon

September, 2015

| By: KIRSTEN APPLEBAUM |

M

y 19-year-old daughter Kelsey and I are visiting

Daily, a downpour greets us when we look out the window.

my Aunt Suzan, who lives in Durango, Colorado.

Each morning we peer out the windows, hoping

On the last possible day for us to go, the weather breaks … only a

that today is the day we will get to achieve Kelsey’s

20% chance of rain! We gulp breakfast and rush to the camping store

dream of an overnight camp on the Colorado Trail. My aunt will guide

for some last minute supplies. But as we are exiting the store, I notice

us, knows a perfect spot requiring a four wheel drive approach, with

the storm clouds gathering like gossips on the ridges above town.

only a final mile of backpacking to the campsite summit. We are semi-experienced campers who feel confident … for one night …

“Yeah, so I don’t think that looks so good,” I say, pointing at the mountain.

in good weather.

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Security is mostly superstition. It does not exist in nature, nor do the children of men as a whole, experience it. Avoiding danger is no safer in the long run than outright exposure.

Life is either a daring adventure, or nothing.

– Helen Keller

The two women glance to where I am

I am worried about the trip, but my biggest

interfering with the location service. But then

pointing, and instead of wincing, they brim

fear at this instant is that I will stunt my

I get a call. “Mom,” my daughter says, her

with excitement. “That,” assures my aunt,

daughter’s zest for life and adventure with

voice sober, “How can I tell in what direction

“will probably just be a small burst and be

my own security-mongering and painfully

the storm is traveling on this app?” I explain

done. We are close enough to the car that if

acquired pessimism.

the app, and she hangs up. I pull up the app on my phone. She can’t tell what direction

we have to make a run for it, we can.” Suzan and Kelsey, the free birds and adventurers,

We compromise. We’ll go back to the house,

the storm is moving because it isn’t! It’s

hear only “Come ON! Get crackin’!” I hear

throw our gear in the car, and then drive up

just one huge immobile red blob over their

the far off thunder grumble, “Nooo!”

as far as we can. We will hike a ways, look at

location.

setting up camp, and, if the weather seems

I try to call her back, but there is no service.

too threatening, we’ll turn back.

“Please!” I implore my cloud women.

On the way to the house, though, it starts

“What is going on?!” I text.

“You really want to take that risk?!” I ask, incredulous.

“Mom, please!” my daughter begs, “Don’t

sprinkling, and the cloud gossips are now

ruin this for me! Worst case scenario, we get

grumbling the word “WRONGGG!”

“Well, it’s hailing so bad that we can’t see.

We are waiting under a tree,” she admits by

wet and have to evacuate camp in the middle

text.

of the night. We will only be 20 or 30 minutes

“I can’t do this,” I blurt, as we pull up to the

from the car. It will be an adventure; come

house. I can see my daughter panicking. “I

on!” She is an optimist, not yet acquainted

can’t do this,” I say to her. And then manage,

A half hour ticks by, and she is no longer

with how quickly life can turn. All I can see

“But you two still can.”

responding, my texts are marked unread.

Finally, a text lights up my phone: “Yeah, the

are lightning strikes, flooded camps, freezing cold, and bear attacks as we bolt through a

That settles it; the two free birds take flight. I

storm was too bad. We are in the car headed

midnight storm.

capture a highly symbolic photo as they wave

home now.”

goodbye. I photograph from behind a chain Suzan can see me hedging. “I am with

link fence (my self- imposed prison) as the

And so they return … on their own terms …

Kelsey,” she says firmly. She has the heart

two thrill seekers wave at me from the other

to me on mine. True, the Colorado Trail will

of a mountain woman, and like my daughter,

side, the cloud women mumbling behind

wait another year. But the venture gained

doesn’t allow fear to rule her world.

their backs.

us each perspective. The cloud women

No question … if my daughter had been ten,

“Kels,” I yell frantically as they pull away,

different horizons, and she’ll embrace the

I’d have canceled the trip, but suddenly I

“download MyRadar weather app!”

challenge. And I’ll trust her and maybe even

will beckon my daughter again from this or

join her … as far as I can go.

am second guessing my own sanity. These are two grown woman who may not have

Hours pass, and so does the rain where I am.

my idea of a safe plan, but it isn’t entirely

I track them on my GPS. They haven’t moved

outlandish either.

in 30 minutes … must be the mountain range

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September

in Seattle | By: MEAGAN KINLEY |

T

here is something in the soul

Northwest, these changes begin earlier. This

way up Mount Rainer’s base. Whatever you

that longs for what’s next. When

month, reward yourself with a cup of coffee,

choose to do with your long weekend, you

we are young, we yearn to grow

a covered porch, a rainy day and the gift of

now have the means to make it happen.

older so we can stay out later,

September in the Pacific Northwest. This

move out, and ultimately create

month brings us the gift of Labor Day and if

The second thing you will need is a

a world of our own. Even in the

you are looking for somewhere to spend your

spectacular place to stay. Depending on your

small moments, we find ourselves always

long weekend away from it all, there is no

unique priorities, you are going to want to

craving that next step. For some, this can

greater gift than that of delicious food, the

stay in the area that is going to put you in the

even be found in anticipating the seasons.

beautiful waterfront, and some long awaited

thick of the activities that interest you most.

time to yourself.

There are two ways to get the most out of this region: the city itself and the beautiful

In El Paso, we are blessed with exceptional weather, with a striking sun and desertscape

To achieve this blissful getaway, the first step

surrounding

that contains a beauty all its own. But as our

that will give you the most freedom is to rent

decide to see the space needle, a Seahawks

summer crawls into early autumn, it’s not

a car. With your new wheels you now have

game or some of Washington’s shining coast

hard to long for true fall; for the eventual

the freedom to explore all the areas of Seattle

(or perhaps a mixture of all of these) this is

chill of nightfall, for the lengthening evenings

-- from eating at one of the many trendy

one vacation you will never forget.

and the crispness that creates that dry,

restaurants, to picking up some fresh flowers

unique color in the hardwoods. In El Paso,

at the Public Market Center at Park Place

If you are wanting to explore the more urban

this change is more subtle, but in the Pacific

Market in downtown to even bouldering your

scene, downtown is convenient due to the

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yourself into before you arrive. A simple search yielded hundreds of great bed and breakfasts, from a quirky gypsy wagon you can rent to high rolling lofts.

Option two is an out-of-the-city experience.

The first step to achieving this is to get in your car and drive out to Lake Quinault Lodge in the Olympic National Park and Forest.

This timeless lodge was built in 1926 and is filled with rustic charm. With 91 rooms and a newly renovated contemporary feel, this lake-side retreat is the perfect place to visit, curl up, and unwind. This place is also nice because it sits right on the lake, making it a fantastic spot to fish, hike, canoe and enjoy all the rest of the lakeside activities available at Lake Quinault. The lodge also features rooms with fireplaces and balconies so whether you are bringing the whole family out for a fully

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Whichever way you decide to spend your time in the Seattle area, you simply cannot lose. City or rainforest, the mysterious Pacific Northwest is calling your name this fall and that is an invitation you should not refuse.

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(and Healthy!)

Family Gathering | By: ELAINE GORDON |

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Food

S

eptember is a time for new beginnings. Children typically begin

I have included for your September cuisine: Eggplant Parmesan with

the school year, American college and professional football

Artichokes and Black-Green Olives, Quinoa spaghetti, and steamed

starts and the autumn prepares to arrive. Autumn weather is

asparagus and Brussels sprouts with infused stewed heirloom tomatoes.

also a time for switching to warmer foods that are more comforting.

Kalamata olive garlic bread compliments our meal as we enjoy a There is something remarkably amazing when we gather together to

delightful refreshing beverage of organic mixed berries immersed in a

enjoy a wonderful dinner. This September, I want to encourage all of

pomegranate and blueberry sparkling water.

you to reach out to others and invite them over to enjoy a wonderful home cooked meal so that an incredible memory can be created.

Bon AppĂŠtit!

Eggplant Parmesan with Artichokes and Black-Green Olives

Directions:

Serves: 4-6

separate wide bowls place panko bread crumbs, coconut flour and

Wash the eggplant and slice about 1/2 in. thick. Set aside. In three organic eggs beaten. Dip the slices of eggplant in the coconut flour

Ingredients:

first, then the egg mixture and finally in the panko (gluten-free)

2 32 oz. jars of Organic Ville Tomato Basil Sauce

breadcrumbs. Place immediately in a sautĂŠ pan with olive oil and

2 8 oz. packets of Daiya dairy- free mozzarella shreds or

brown lightly, then place in a large glass baking pan with tomato-basil

organic fresh mozzarella

sauce on the bottom of the baking pan. Continue the process until all

3 organic eggplants

of the eggplant is cooked. Layer the eggplant, artichokes, olives, and

Panko bread crumbs

dairy-free cheese or fresh mozzarella and top with tomato-basil sauce.

4 organic eggs

Sprinkle with salt and pepper, basil and oregano.

2 c. of coconut flour 6 artichoke hearts cut in half (can buy already prepared in a jar)

Bake at 350 degrees for about 45-60 minutes.

Black and green olives Salt and pepper to taste ½ tsp of oregano and basil Olive oil

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Quinoa Pasta with Tomato-Basil Sauce Serves: 4-6

September, 2015

Steamed Asparagus and Brussel Sprouts with Infused Stewed Heirloom Tomatoes Serves: 4-6

Ingredients: 2 boxes of quinoa pasta

Ingredients:

Italian spices

1 bunch- Fresh organic Asparagus

Salt and pepper to taste

10-12 organic Brussel sprouts

2- 32oz. jars of Organic Ville tomato-basil sauce

1 container of small heirloom cherry tomatoes

Parmesan cheese

10 small white pearl onions Himalayan salt to taste

Directions:

Black cracked pepper to taste

Add the two 32 oz. jars of Organic Ville tomato-basil sauce in a large

Extra Virgin Olive oil

saucepan. Add Italian spices, salt, pepper to taste and stir. Cook on low heat for about 20 minutes.

Directions: Place all the vegetables in a steamer or a saucepan and steam till

In another large saucepan, place both boxes of the quinoa pasta, and

tender, about 15-20 minutes. Sprinkle with a bit of extra virgin olive oil

cook following the directions on the package.

and season to taste.

Pour pasta in a strainer when done and rinse with cold water.

Serve pasta in a bowl and pour some hot tomato-basil sauce on top

Organic mixed berries immersed with pomegranate and blueberry sparkling water

and sprinkle some Parmesan cheese on the top for flavor.

Serves: 4-6

Serve with Kalamata Olive Whole Grain Bread.

Ingredients: 1 c of organic blueberries 1 c of organic raspberries 1 c of organic blackberries 1 c of sliced organic strawberries 2 bottles of sparkling Pellegrino water 1 bottle of organic pomegranate/blueberry juice Directions: In 4-6 large drinking glasses, pour 1/3 of the pomegranate/blueberry juice into each glass and place an even amount of berries in each glass. Then fill the remaining part of the glass with Pellegrino Sparkling water, and serve chilled.

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Q&A with

IFBB Bikini Pro Elizabeth Martinez | Photographed by: DAN RAY |

bod·y·build·ing /‘bäde,bildiNG/ noun

1. the practice of strengthening and enlarging the muscles of the body through exercise.

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Fitness

The world of fitness competitions is growing thanks to its popularity on social media, and El Paso’s own Lizzie Martinez is the first ever IFBB Bikini Professional Competitor. Competitors know what prestige this title brings to athletes, but the general public has no idea the depth of a fitness contest of this magnitude, nor the commitment involved.

Q: What does it take to get ready

mass. Physique do not have as much muscle

the NPC and IFBB are the most recognized

for this type of competition?

mass as a bodybuilder, they try to attain the

organizations in the sport. NPC stands for the

“Men’s Health” fitness model look with ripped

“National Physique Committee” and is the

abs, but minimal mass or leg training.

largest amateur bodybuilding organization.

Getting ready to compete in a competition

Amateur bodybuilders compete in competitions

takes a great amount of work. I would train an hour of weight lifting and an hour of cardio daily,

Bodybuilders wear speedos on stage in

from local to national levels sanctioned by NPC.

and very strict dieting for months at a time.

order to show their whole body and are

You usually have to have placed top 5 to qualify

judged based on symmetry of the muscles

to go to the National competitions.

Q: How did you get to compete

and muscle mass. Physique competitors

at a national level?

compete in swim trunks and judges are

In the National competitions, the winning

looking for a fit, ripped body with symmetry

competitors become a professional competitor

and extreme muscle mass is counted off.

in the IFBB league, which stands for

After 4 years of competing locally and

“International Federation of Body Builders.”

winning my division every year, I felt ready to push myself to compete at a national level.

For women, there are now five divisions

When a competitor places top 2 at Nationals

In order to compete at USA Nationals in Las

to compete in; bikini, figure, physique,

they receive a “pro-card” which is a symbol

Vegas, competitors must place top 5 at a

bodybuilding and fitness.

of recognition and prestige in the bodybuilding world. Having this recognition can help

regional show. When I won the Jay Cutler Desert Classic Regional in Las Vegas in April,

In the bikini division, contestants wear a two-

athletes gain sponsorships from name brand

I qualified to compete at USA’s this past July.

piece bikini. Competitors walk onstage and

supplements or apparel, magazine features,

do their “model walk” where they walk to

modeling careers and more. If competitors

With over 900 competitor’s total, 300 girls in

center stage, stop and do a front and back

continue to compete in “Pro-shows” they

bikini alone, it seemed a tough feat to conquer.

pose for the judges. In addition to the usual

can ultimately be invited to compete in the

With my experience in past competitions and

overall appearance and presentation, official

Olympia Expo or Arnold Classic, which is the

support from my husband, bodybuilder Shane

rules call for “balance and shape” basically

“Best of the Best” competition.

Martinez, and an outpour of support from my

like an hourglass figure (shapely shoulders,

personal training clients and friends, I took the

tiny waist, plump glutes and thighs).

Q: What motivates you to compete?

stage, and ended up winning and receiving the prestigious “Pro-Card,” becoming a

With each of the other divisions they are

professional bikini competitor.

looking for more muscular in figure, even

I wanted to compete in this National show

more in physique and a lot of muscle in

to bring attention to El Paso. I wanted to

bodybuilding and fitness.

inspire other athletes in our region to dream

Q: What are the different categories of a competition and what do they mean?

big! I believe all health and fitness centers in Q: What does NPC & IFBB Stand for?

our region should unite to promote making El Paso one of the most fit cities in the U.S.

For men there are only two divisions to compete in; bodybuilding and physique. Bodybuilding

There are many different organizations out

We have the perfect climate and resources

is for men who want to have a lot of muscle

there that sanction bodybuilding events, but

to make this a city known for fitness!

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h i s p r e r o g at i v e

HIS PREROGATIVE | By: ADRIAN VAQUERA-SILVA |

“Neatness - which is grooming, after all - is definitely the most important requirement.”

-Babe Paley

There’s a reason that James Bond’s character is met with admiration - and even adoration - from so many men across the globe. Seen by many as the epitome of what modern masculinity should be defined as, this fictional character embodies the traits many of us wish to possess; confidence, sophistication and mystery. Taking a page from the esteemed gentlemen secret agent, this month’s grooming advice is meant to help you reinvent the person you see in the mirror, and embrace your inner 007.

Facial Cleanser: Dragon’s Blood Foaming Cleanser This all natural and certified organic skin care product is made to reboot the most tired of faces. Made with Dragon Blood extract (which in reality is only nectar from the Croton Lechleri tree), this foaming cleanser is made specifically to protect, detoxify, clean and help heal your skin. If that wasn’t enough to persuade you, the RSVP company also donates a portion of all sales each financial quarter to the St. Jude Children’s Research hospital, and plants a tree for every bottle of skin care sold. ($17; www.rsvpmen.com) Recommended for: the men who want to look good and feel great, all while being charitable at the same time.

Investing in yourself has never been so rewarding.

Energizing Mask: 4VOO Distinct Man Energizing Mask Have an important meeting or social event to attend and want to look your best, but don’t have the time to visit a spa? 4VOO’s Energizing mask is designed for the men who understand how important first impressions are. Made with aloe vera extract, chamomile extract and orange extract, this luxurious product regenerates, revitalizes and soothes your skin for a healthier and younger looking you; all within 10 minutes! ($54; www.4voo.com) Recommended for: the men who look like a distant relative of Quasimodo, and are in desperate need of a transformation. Disclaimer: This may fix your face, but no www.thecitymagazineelp.com

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HIS PREROGATIVE Hair: Kevin Murphy Rough Rider Rough Rider is a strong-hold matte clay made from diatomaceous earth, designed to provide volume and definition. Its ingredients also include golden bamboo, sunflower seed oil and sandalwood to help control your mane without stripping the natural color of your hair; instead adding softness and shine. This clay hair product also moisturizes dry hair while nourishing the scalp all the while stimulating hair growth. ($25; www.kevinmurphy.com.au) Recommended for: those who dare to live up to the products name. Drawing inspiration from the “Teddy Boy” style of late 1950s, this product is meant to help you perfect the most sculpted and voluminous quaff.

Body: Buckler’s Chapped Skin Remedy Named Best Hand Cream in DETAILS Magazine’s Best Products of 2014 as well as by Men’s Journal, Buckler’s Chapped Skin Remedy is made of a moisture intensive formula designed to heal the roughest of skins. Highly recommended for hands, feet, and elbows any other leathered and weathered areas on your body, especially those that shriveled in this desert heat. ($19; www. bucklersremedy.com) Recommended for: the compulsive hand washers to the chronically ashy. This product is filled with antioxidants and nutrients that can turn the scaliest to the softest.

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in and out

Top it with a bow We know that old silhouettes and styles are making their way back into our closets, a pussy-bow blouse is no exception. Inspired by classic retro office attire, this blouse will accentuate and give an elegant look to any girl that wears it. Mix your look up with some jeans, a pencil skirt, a blazer or even a delicate cardigan, you’ll be the fanciest “secretary” at work.

Hiding behind the bush Over plucking should be intended just for chickens. This season let those eyebrows rest and try to rock a fuller eyebrow. Audrey Hepburn, Camilla Belle and Lily Collins are perfect examples. Fuller eyebrows make a statement and provide a more natural look. Now, we are not encouraging for you to rock a “Kahlo” look, the uni-brow only looked cool on Frida.

Handy man Handkerchiefs need to make their way back into the modern gentleman’s pockets. Every guy should carry one in order to aid a damsel in distress in case she sheds a tear, or needs to clean a makeup smudge. DO NOT use it to blow your nose, we don’t want you to be digging for it in a sticky pocket.

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Sneak those out of here Sneakers with a wedge are so out of style. First of all they look pretty ugly. Then there’s the illusion of you being taller while being sporty at the same time – let’s be honest girl, we know you’re not really 5’10”.

Fedoras This goes for everyone, men and women. You’re not part of a gangster squad, you’re not doing a “Singing in the Rain” performance, unless you’re going to a costume party. Let’s avoid wearing these hats people, they don’t do any favors for any gender and they look pretty corny.

Stop it, Don’t Pop it Guys – the Jersey Shore is far from the El Paso desert, so we should avoid at every cost adopting the trend of popping the collar out of our polo shirts. They are not stylish, and you can’t get with the ladies when you look like a douche.

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OVERCOME BALDNESS AND THINNING HAIR | By: FRANK AGULLO, MD, FACS |

Hair loss is largely attributed to genetics.

ACell has regenerative components, which

Unlike men, women do not typically suffer

reawaken dormant cells, helping new hair

from a receding hairline. Instead, they find

follicles to grow. It can also be used when hair

hair coming out during normal grooming

transplantation is performed, where it functions

and showering. Anemia, hypothyroidism

as an additional stimulation for hair follicles.

and other health problems can also cause thinning hair. Even vitamin deficiencies, blood

ACell technology combined with PRP work

thinners, antidepressants, over-styling and

cohesively to effectively regrow hair. It looks

harsh products may be at the root of hair loss.

as natural as the rest of their hair, making it a highly desirable method for those who

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Science and technology have come a long

choose the non-invasive options for hair

way. There are medically invasive and non-

restoration. Isn’t science great?

invasive therapies. Non-invasive treatments for hair loss include ACell and PRP injections,

Invasive treatment for Hair Restoration

implemented by qualified plastic surgeons

consists of Hair Transplantation from a donor

to help patients experiencing hair loss. In

area where hair follicles are genetically

order to take advantage of the full benefits

resistant to balding, to the area where hair

of such therapies, they are recommended in

loss has occurred. This technique has come

sessions four months apart. They are highly

a long way since it was first instituted in the

effective in treating hair loss, especially

1950s. The modern era of hair restoration

Have you ever wondered:

when used along with topical medication and

now offers the possibility of permanently

“Where did my hair go?”

prescription drugs, if indicated.

restoring hair with incredibly natural results,

It happens to both women and men,

PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) uses a patient’s

attributed to the aging process, child rearing,

own blood, activated and re-injected into

Stem cell research shows promising results

stress, diet and lifestyle. While those features

the patient. Protein-rich platelets release

for treating hair loss and in theory does not

certainly can contribute to the receding

“growth factors” which accelerate new

rely on existing hair in order to obtain new

hairline or thinning hair process, they are not

tissue growth – not just on a person’s scalp –

hair follicles, therefore could offer a solution

the only factors.

but anywhere it is applied.

for both men and women who are already

and minimal downtime.

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Month THE CITY MAGAZINE IS PROUD TO PRESENT THE WINNER OF OUR

“Best downtown” photo contest!

Congratulations isaac medina for capturing this shot in our historic downtown!

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

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A-1 Kitchens and SuBzero Wolf Host Lunch and Learn: The Kitchen Evolved JULY 30, 2015 | Photographed by TOMMIE MORELOS

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THE CITY AGENDA SEPTEMBER 2015 1 SEPTEMBER 1

Taste of the Sun City Come out and welcome the soldiers of class 66 and their families to the Sun City! The event will take place at the Sergeants Major Academy. Admission is $50 for a Member Exhibitor Table and $100 for a Non-member Exhibitor Table.

Info: (915) 629-6700 or elpaso.org

5 SEPTEMBER 5

El Paso Downtown Artist and Farmers Market Don’t miss Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Union Plaza District through the summer to find delicious food, arts, crafts and entertainment; including free activities for kids. Metered Parking Downtown is Free on Saturdays.

5 SEPTEMBER 5-6

Sun City Music Festival Don’t miss the music festival of the year as some of the best talent in the country comes to El Paso for one special weekend at Ascarate Park!

Info: suncitymusicfestival.com

4 September 4

Movies in the Canyon Come out to McKelligon Canyon Amphitheatre every Friday and Saturday for free movie nights. Movies will start at dusk each evening.

No food or drinks allowed.

Sept. 4: The Lego Movie Sept. 5: Frozen Sept. 11: Jurassic Park Sept. 12: RV Sept. 18: Jumanji Sept. 19: Despicable Me Sept. 25: Dumb and Dumber To Sept. 26: Finding Nemo Info: moviesinthecanyon.com

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Ardovino’s Desert Crossing Farmers Market On Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. throughout the summer, enjoy some of the best vendors at Ardivino’s Desert Crossing’s Farmers Market. With a lush variation of fruit, home goods, jewelry, and other fun finds this market is the perfect place to spend a Saturday – and while you’ve stopped, why not enjoy a delicious brunch on the patio of the restaurant?

You won’t be sorry!

SEPTEMBER 5-6

Miner Football Cheer on the Miners at Sun Bowl Stadium as they battle out another exciting season of UTEP football fun!

Sept. 5: UTEP vs. Arkansas 1:30 p.m. (Away) Sept 12: UTEP vs. Texas Tech 1 p.m. (Away) Sept. 19: UTEP vs. NMSU 6 p.m. (Away) Sept. 26: UTEP vs. Incarnate Word (Home) Info: (915) 747-5234 or utepathletics.com/ sports/m-footbl/sched/utep-m-footblsched.html

SEPTEMBER 4

First Friday ArtWalk & Ghost Tour Experience culture at the First Friday ArtWalk and Ghost Tour at San Elizario Historic District from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Shop for delicate pottery, vibrant jewelry, timeless home accents, or seasonal decorations. There will also be unique paintings, sculptures and a “movie on the wall” at sunset. Sweet and savory treats will also be offered. Admission is free; the ghost tour is $10.

Info: (915) 851-0093 or SanElizarioHistoricArtDistrict.com

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Alfresco! Fridays The 13th Season of free outdoor concerts has begun! Come out at 6 p.m. to the Convention Center Plaza in downtown El Paso for relaxing evenings full of music and fun.

September 4th: B Series September 11th: Prime 80s Xperience September 18th: Fungi Mungle

Eagle in the Sun Triathlon The Eagle in the Sun Triathlon is EL Paso’s premier multisport event where athletes can race as individuals or as part of a team.

The triathlon itself includes a 400-yard swim, a 12-mile bike loop and a 5K run. The race will take place at the SISD Aquatic Center/ Student Activities Complex on September 6 at 7 a.m. Registration is $75 for individuals, $110 for a 2-person relay and $150 for a 3-person relay before September 2..

Info: raceelpaso.com/eagle-in-the-sun/

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Mission Trail Art Market

Experience culture at the Mission Trail Art Market at San Elizario Historic District from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Shop for delicate pottery, vibrant jewelry, timeless home accents, or seasonal decorations. There will also be unique paintings, sculptures and photography. Sweet and savory treats will also be offered. Admission is free.

Info: (915) 851-0093 or MissionTrailArtMarket.com

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Can your home tell you if the kids are home from school on time?

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Can your home report a fire, CO emergency, or burglary for you day and night?

SEPTEMBER 26

Full Moon Hike Have you ever wondered what your favorite hiking trails would be like at night?

Here’s your chance! White Sands National Monument will host a Full Moon Hike with park rangers at 6:45 p.m. on September 26.

Admission is $8.

Info: nps.gov/whsa/planyourvisit /index.htm

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If you answered yes to fewer than 2 of these questions, your home is ready to become smarter.

SEPTEMBER 22

Zedd ZEDD is set to come to the Sun City September 22 at the El Paso Convention Center. Admission starts at $37.50.

Info: 800-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com

27 SEPTEMBER 27

The Price Is Right Live!

24 SEPTEMBER 24

Lila Downs Enjoy the vocal styling’s of Lila Downs at the Plaza Theatre at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $45.

Info: (915) 534-0600 or ticketmaster.com

On September 27, the Plaza Theatre will host The Price Is Right Live! At 7 p.m.

Hosted by Jerry Springer, this show is sure to make you laugh – and who knows, you could be the next lucky contestant to strike it rich on The Price Is Right!

Info: (915) 534-0600 or ticketmaster.com

Dorney Security Systems has been protecting El Paso for over 30 years.

We can upgrade your existing system to bring you the convenience and peace of mind of a truly smart home—for the same price you’re paying now for just security.

Call us today to customize your home and let it start working for you!

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Brandi Carlile Brandi Carlile is coming to the El Paso Plaza Theatre on September 25 at 8 p.m. and will be singing her new album! .

Info: (915) 534-0600 or ticketmaster.com

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Anson 11 $$-$$$

Mi Piaci

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

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

Anson 11 is two exceptional dining experiences dedicated to the

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

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

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

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

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

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House of Pizza $$

Koi Japanese Fusion $$$

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

5860 N Mesa St. | (915) 760-6404

The vintage and trendy House of Pizza offers their most popular

If you are looking for an upscale and modern sushi restaurant, Koi

specialty pizza, which is called the House Special. It includes

Japanese Fusion is the perfect fit for you. Koi relies on their fresh fish

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

and delectable hot entrĂŠes, paired always with amazing drinks and

onions, bell peppers, and irresistible extra cheese. O

wine to attract any kind of costumer for any occasion. O, H

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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

CENTRAL

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

Forti’s Mexican Elder Restaurant $$ 321 Chelsea St. | (915) 772-0066 Forti’s Mexican Elder Restaurant has been serving savory Mexican food for more than 35 years. Their Carnitas are slowly simmered large pieces of seasoned marinated pork shoulder and come with cilantro, grilled onions served with beans, rice and guacamole. O, DF

Zeke’s Sports Bar and Grill

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2900 N. Mesa St., Ste A. | (915) 231-6811 El Paso’s newest local business located right across from UTEP. Zeke’s menu goes beyond the typical range of bar food, extending to pasta and even seafood, although we are known for our delicious wings and burgers. Our best selling Hot Jalapeño Burger is made with 1/2 lb. of premium beef patty served with freshly made toreados and pepper jack

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Thai Chef Café $ 4800 Dyer St. | (915) 566-8050

The Smokehouse BBQ, Ribs and More $$ 8414 North Loop Dr. | (915) 592-RIBS (7427)

Recognized as one of the best Thai restaurants in town, Thai Chef Café brings an authentic flavor to the Sun City. The Keaw Warn is

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

one of their most popular curry dishes, served with green beans,

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

bamboo shoots along with your favorite choice of protein in a

house with their own original recipes. Prepared fresh and slowly

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september Advertiser INDEX A & O Group................................................................. Pg. 97

Koi Japanese Fusion..................................................... Pg. 35

Anson 11........................................................................ Pg. 9

KLAQ.......................................................................... Pg. 128

American Living Realty............................................... Pg. 103

KTSM News Channel 9................................................ Pg. 40

Axess Multimedia....................................................... Pg. 118

Live Fit EP Fitness Festival........................................... Pg. 55

Ay Caramba!..................................................................pg. 99

Love Buzz..................................................................... Pg. 53

Ben Bridge Jeweler................................................. Pg. 10-11

Matthew Abraham........................................................ Pg. 12

Bogart’s Steakhouse & Bar........................................... Pg. 35

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

Casa Bella Home Furnishings........................................pg. 91

Mi Piaci Ristorante Italiano........................................... Pg. 86

Casa Buenavista...................................................... Pg. 14-15

Mix Salon and Spa...................................................... Pg. 105

Claudia Castillo Makeup Artistry................................... Pg. 20

Mt. West Family Health Center ................................... Pg. 75

Complete Emergency Care.......................................... Pg. 21

New You Gym............................................................... Pg. 30

D’ansa Jazz Stage......................................................... Pg. 53

Paso Del Norte Wealth Advisors.................................. Pg. 65

David Paul................................................................... Pg. 104

Phase Audio................................................................ Pg. 117

DoubleTree by Hilton.....................................................pg. 86

Quatermane Salon...................................................... Pg. 109

Dominique Children’s Boutique.................................. Pg. 117

Regency of El Paso....................................................... Pg. 87

Dorney Security Systems........................................... Pg. 127

Rio Norte Retirement Living......................................... Pg. 98

Edible Arrangements.................................................... Pg. 97

Southwest Plastic Surgery Med Spa.............................. Pg. 3

El Paso Photo Ops........................................................ Pg. 81

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

El Taco Tote.................................................................. Pg. 23

Spectrum Technologies................................................ Pg. 66

Garcia Land Rover El Paso..................................... back cover

Sunset Funeral Homes................................................. Pg. 52

Garcia Subaru El Paso................................................... Pg. 49

SCC Imaging............................................................... Pg. 103

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

Table Occasions............................................................ Pg. 74

Grace the Psychic Lady................................................ Pg. 81

The El Paso Club......................................................... Pg. 113

Hair Wars Supreme Salon Tour..................................... Pg. 83

The Green Ingredient.................................................. Pg. 113

Hero Fighting Championship...................................... Pg. 129

The Hospitals of Providence............................... Pg. 33 A,B,C

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

The Italian Kitchen West............................................... Pg. 52

Intraceuticals................................................................ Pg. 59

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

Keith R. Johnson, MD, PA........................... inside back cover

Walgreens............................................................... Pg. 18-19

Key Office Center......................................................... Pg. 87

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KEITH R. JOHNSON, MD, PA Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon

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