The Osider July/August 2017

JULY/AUGUST 2017

animal THE BOYS ARE SEASON BACK IN TOWN kingdom TWO ASYLUM BOARD SHOPS • SOCAL PRO WRESTLING • THE PRIVATEER MARKETPLACE & WINE BAR

CONTENTS JULY/AUGUST 2017 VOLUME 4/ISSUE 4

DEPARTMENTS 6 SET IN STONE Embrace the change 12 COASTAL EXPOSURE Featuring our best coastal images of Oceanside on tap.

Photography by Zach Cordner 14 GREEN O • Agritourism and sustainability in Oceanside 16 HEALTHY O • Don’t get burned by bad sunscreen 18 OCEANSIDE’S FINEST • Willie Buchanon 20 HIDDEN GEMS • The Loose Leaf Tea Bar 22 ACTIVE O • Junior Lifeguards 26 COMMUNITY • The FDC Foundation 32 ARTS • Nolan Cooley 50 HOMEGROWN • Debbie Dahlquist 52 LOCAL RETAILER • Asylum Board Shops 54 LOCAL BUSINESS • Oceanside Tattoo “The Arcade” RESTAURANT REVIEW 56 COASTAL • Privateer Marketplace & Wine Bar 58 INLAND • Anita’s Mexican Restaurant Cantina 60 COASTAL • Harbor Fish & Chips 64 RESTAURANT AND BAR GUIDE The Osider´s guide to all the best bars and eateries in town 69 FAST FORWARD TO YESTERDAY Independence Parade

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FEATURES 28 TEN THINGS YOU DIDN’T KNOW ABOUT OCEANSIDE’S SAMOAN HERITAGE Learn about the history of our city's first Samoan families

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36 ANIMAL KINGDOM TNT’s favorite crime family is back in town with Season 2 44 SOCAL PRO WRESTLING Family entertainment at the Oceanside Boys & Girls Club

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SET IN STONE ZACH CORDNER

A WORD FROM THE PUBLISHER

Have you ever heard the phrase, “The only constant is change”? Well, if you haven’t—just take a look around here in Oceanside. We are literally the epitome of that statement and that's a good thing. As a lifetime resident, sometimes it can be overwhelming, but once you take a deep breath, step back, and look around—you’ll see an amazing city growing into the potential it has always possessed.

Some might say it’s getting too crowded, too expensive, or there’s too much exposure here, and I agree—but is it really such a bad thing? On the flip side, it provides more revenue

for the locally owned businesses, brings up homeowner property value, and provides more tax revenue, which, in turn, helps to finance better upkeep for our parks, beaches, and streets. The reality is that there’s no stopping the changes that lay ahead, so why not get involved and help guide it in the right direction for the next generation of Osiders to enjoy.

A perfect example is our cover story on Animal Kingdom. The producers of the show generously donate money to our Parks and Recreation department, pay small businesses for their usage, and hire locally for their extras.

These are just a few of the examples of how they give back for filming here. Not to mention, the positive effect they have on our tourism through the way they show the world just how beautiful Oceanside really is. I hope everyone enjoys the Animal Kingdom feature, along with all the other great stories in this issue.

Embracing the change,

Jamey Stone Publisher

Located in the Oceanside Harbor

JULY/AUGUST 2017 VOLUME 4/ISSUE 4 PUBLISHER Jamey Stone/Publisher/Co-Founder stone@theosider.com EDITORIAL Zach Cordner/Creative Director/Co-Founder zach@theosider.com Dwayne Carter/Design Director dwayne@theosider.com Aaron Schmidt/Editorial Director aaron@theosider.com ADVERTISING Nolan Woodrell/Advertising Director nolan@theosider.com Kathleen Larson/Ad Sales bepollinated@gmail.com Allen Malone/Ad Sales allen.m@cox.net ADMINISTRATION Alicia Stone DISTRIBUTION Nate Doody CONTRIBUTORS Jacinto Alvarez, Desiree Astorga, Renordo Bowen, Dominic Cooley, Christopher Donez, Alondra Figueroa, Kristi Hawthorne, Eric Klier, Charlie Neuman, JT Rhoades, Elizabeth Schwartze, Alicia Stone, Cory Villanueva SPECIAL THANKS Louie Hayward/Co-founder, Mayor Jim Wood, Tim Wrisley, Amber Lussier, John Beran, Melissa Armstrong, Alondra Figueroa, The Carter Family, Hans Molenkamp, Danyel Potts, The Woodrell Family, The Becker Family, Ron Goodin, Bailey Stone, Braden Stone, Judy Camp, The Hoffer family, Steve and Linda Josepho, Jean Josepho, MAJ Investors, Evelyn Cordner, Jack Amarillas, Oceanside Historical Society, Bottom Line Management, Oceanside Museum of Art, and all of our advertisers

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AGRITOURISM AND SUSTAINABILITY IN OCEANSIDE WORDS: COLLEEN FOSTER PHOTOS: ZACH CORDNER

Most people are unaware that Oceanside is home to both urban and rural farming communities that are known not only for their valuable local crops, but also for their beautiful landscapes and views. Whether it’s from the grove of an avocado farm in stunning South Morro Hills, or a farm-totable dinner event with a spectacular ocean view at Cyclops Farms, the community of Oceanside has a gem at their footsteps that’s become a recent focal point for engagement through the development of Agritourism in Oceanside.

Agritourism is a practice that utilizes sustainability, farm-to-table food systems, and entertainment, has growingly become considered a way to help generate additional income and appreciation for the farming community. As a result, the City in partnership with Visit Oceanside, along with dozens of other stakeholders and partners, has spent the greater part of the past year to investigate how to foster agritourism in Oceanside through workshops and local events.

One of the recent events highlighting the potential of Agritourism in Oceanside was O’side Feast at Mraz Family Farms. With over 200 people in attendance, guests were able to sample fare from Oceanside’s hottest local chefs, brewers, and winemakers—all while experiencing Oceanside’s agricultural wonders. Participating restaurants were given the exciting challenge to prepare as much of their event menu items with resources grown in Oceanside, and be as close to zero waste as possible during the food preparation.

Oceanside's own farmer and musician Jason Mraz.

LTH's Chef Daniel Pundik serves it up.

Agritourism not only supports the availability of local food sources, but also opens opportunities to help meet the City’s goals of a minimum 75-percent recycling rate by 2020. The sustainable food system model of farm-to-table and back-tofarm is proven to mitigate negative environmental

effects while supporting positive economic and social benefits in our community. The movement is growing. Increasing public interaction with local farms can help promote an understanding and appreciation for the working landscape that helps maintain and enhance natural resources.

Special thanks goes out to Visit Oceanside, Mraz Family Farms, South Morro Hills Association, Green Oceanside, Feeding the Soul, 608, Flying Pig Pub & Kitchen, Jitters Coffee Pub, Local Tap House, Petite Madeline Bakery and Bistro, The Miller’s Table, The Privateer Coal Fire Pizza, The Privateer Marketplace & Wine Bar, The Whet Noodle, Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub, Tutto Dolce Gelato, Beach House Winery, Breakwater Brewing Co. Golden Coast Mead, Living Coast Mead, Living Team Brewing Co., Misadventures & Co, Barnwall Shift, Gilligan Groves, California Avocado Commission, Osider, and Agri Service Inc. Wrench & Rodent's Chef Davin Waite.

Check out future events and be sure to get involved to help preserve and grow appreciation for our agricultural roots! Upcoming fun includes, but is not limited to, Feeding the Soul’s “Oside Outside” summer concert series, The Osider’s annual The Feast at the Mission on July 26, Cyclops Farms farm stand and dinner events, and much more by staying tuned to visitoceanside.org/locally-grown-in-oceanside 15

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DON’T GET BURNED BY BAD SUNSCREEN

WORDS: DR. AMANDA LLOYD PHOTO: ZACH CORDNER

The sunny SoCal summer is finally here and choosing the best sunscreen is a definite must!

The sun is producing enough energy every second to power the Earth’s current energy needs for 500,000 years, but along with that immense energy comes harmful ultraviolet rays that can damage our skin.

The ultraviolet (UV) rays that reach Earth are 95-percent ultraviolet A (UVA) and 5-percent ultraviolet B (UVB). Both of these UV rays cause changes in the DNA of our skin that can lead to skin cancer, which is why it’s essential to have a sunscreen that’s as effective as possible at shielding your skin from these rays. Additionally, UVA causes premature aging of the skin and UVB causes the “burn” of a sunburn, so you can thank the sun for your extra wrinkles and the peeling skin you’ve had in the past.

So how can you tell if your sunscreen is effective at protecting your skin? The first thing to look at is the sun protection factor (SPF) – this number protects you from UVB (the burning rays). The second is looking for the phrase “broad spectrum” which covers UVA (skin wrinkling rays).

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However, in 2011, the FDA passed “the Final Rule” which stated that sunscreens could no longer be labeled with an SPF over 50, containers must indicate “broad spectrum” if the sunscreen filters UVA, and sunscreen can no longer claim to be waterproof as there’s no such thing. If the sunscreen is water resistant, the bottle will be labeled water resistant for 40 or 80 minutes letting you know when you need to get out of the water and reapply. Even if you’re not going in the water, it’s recommended that sunscreen be reapplied every two hours.

And what’s the deal with SPF, does it matter? Well, a sunscreen with a SPF of 50 filters out two times the amount of harmful UV rays that a SPF of 30 does, and four times more than a SPF of 15, so yes the SPF really does make a difference. And if you’re stumped as to whether you should buy that SPF 50 or the SPF 80, anything over SPF of 50 is negligible. It is also important to note that sunscreens do not “block” out 100-percent of the sun’s rays, so there are no true sun blocks— unfortunately, all sunscreens allow some ultraviolet radiation to reach the skin.

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WILLIE BUCHANON

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Husband, father, Hall Of Famer, two-time Pro Bowler, track coach, golfer, and business owner—these are just a few of Willie Buchanon’s accolades. And yet when I spoke to his former teammates, it’s not just about his conduct on the field, his leadership, or his captain-like characteristics—it’s also about what he does to impact the local kids. Willie truly cares. Integrity, service, and respect are engrained in his soul.

Willie James Buchanon was born in Oceanside and currently resides here. Number 28’s love for football and being a Pirate is deep rooted. His father worked for the school system.

He used to help his dad set up for the Oceanside High football games by turning the lights on and off, and placing the numbers on the field and the flags in the end zone.

Although, he went on to have a prolific career in the NFL, he came back to Oceanside when his children were old enough to go to school. “I always told myself, if I ever had a chance to come back to Oceanside and give back—I’d do it. And that’s exactly what I’m doing,” smiled Willie. He seeded his real estate business here and helps makes dreams possible,

so that others can also enjoy this city. He bleeds green and continues to give back to the youth and community.

Willie has an inventory of merits, but what you might not know is that he’ll be celebrating 39 years of marriage this summer with his beautiful

“I always told myself, if I ever had a chance to come back to Oceanside and give back—I’d do it. And that’s exactly what I’m doing,” wife, Gwen, or that he was originally drafted in the first round by the Padres in 1969, but decided he wanted to play football instead, get an education, and graduate from college. Willie went on to Mira Costa College, where he started a golf tournament to help get the school get a baseball coach. That eventually became the Buchanon Youth Foundation, an organization that gives back to local high schools and helps underfunded sports.

He went onward to San Diego State, where he graduated and was voted MVP in the East/ West Shrine game of 1971. Soon, Willie became the Green Bay Packers’ first round draft choice, (pick number 7), where he held the honor of NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year in 1972. In his final year as a Packer, he led the team with nine interceptions—four of those came on September 24, 1978 against the San Diego Chargers—a team he’d play for the remaining four seasons of his NFL career.

In those years, he tied the NFL all-time record for most recoveries in a game. Willie was inducted into the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame and is also a member of the San Diego Chargers 50th Anniversary Team.

For the last few decades, Willie has continued to be apart of OHS as its track coach.

He continues to aide in restoring the youth through his wisdom, time, and love. It’s also through his multiple charities and foundations while also sharing his passion with this beautiful area we’re blessed to live in.

Thank you, Willie, for being the man that you are!

HIDDEN GEMS

THE LOOSE LEAF TEA BAR

WORDS: ALONDRA FIGUEROA PHOTOS: ZACH CORDNER

How many times have you driven down Mission Avenue to the beach and never noticed this adorable little café? Luckily, the vintage décor and recent tea revival drew me in for a closer look. I’m so glad I gave it a chance and, honestly, despite the limited parking—it was totally worth it!

To those of you already questioning tea exclaiming, “How boring! I need coffee!” Let me assure you that as soon as you step inside you’re blown away by the fact that this is not your grandmother’s “old timey” Tea Shoppe and they serve delicious coffee drinks as well. This unique little jewel has been beautifully restyled by home grown musician, Shane Dolly and his lovely wife, Megan. The eclectic music playing on the record player draws you in, and the magnificent chalk wall mural catches your eye; giving you a glimpse of the types of teas they feature.

When asked why they chose to start a teashop, the answer was simple—Megan’s focus had always been on wellness and health as she studied herbal medicine and nutrition. A decade ago, she started Loose Leaf as a medicinal tea company and they worked the farmer’s market circuit for years. Now they’re currently featured at over ten different farmer’s markets throughout the county. Shane and Megan chose all the décor themselves for the bar and Megan still hand blends all the formulas herself. It seems that tea is a natural and easy way to help clients regain health and also to infuse their lives with herbs— we all need to be healthy.

This year they also jump-started their own coffee—Sip and Destroy—an awesome collaboration with San Diego’s Dark Horse coffee. It’s grown hugely popular in just a few short months, and their cold brew coffee is strong, creamy, and on tap daily. Their prime location is in the center of everything and it’s been both fun and fruitful!

Their proximity to the pier has offered many opportunities to meet amazing musicians and celebrities performing at the Pier amphitheater.

The singer of one of my favs, Franz Ferdinand, came by and raved about their tea and record selection. Loose Leaf is also popular with the Animal Kingdom crew and has been visited by guest director, Emmy Rossum.

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and hard work has been paying off and now they’re looking at a possible expansion this upcoming year. Next time you are cruising down Mission, swing by the Loose Leaf Tea Bar. Because aside from Oceanside’s amazing locals, you just never know who you might run into while sipping your perfectly brewed tea.

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Oceanside beaches are awash in navy blue swimsuits all summer long. The kids in navy blue are part of Oceanside’s very own Junior Lifeguard program. The Junior Lifeguards are kids 9-17 years of age learning the necessities of beach safety and ocean lifesaving skills from professional lifeguards. It’s a successful program that’s been running since 1949. Many of the current Oceanside Lifeguards went through the Junior Lifeguard Program. The dedicated lifeguards who run the program know that they’re making a difference for approximately 800 kids each summer.

The 2017 season began on June 19th and is one of four sessions that run throughout the summer. During each session, 180 participants are divided into five groups based on age and skill level. Every child must pass a scheduled swim test at Oceanside pools before starting Junior Lifeguards. Parents drop off participants at Oceanside Harbor to begin their day promptly at 9:00am. During each session, the kids learn topics such as tower lifeguarding, marine biology, first aid, rescue techniques, CPR, and marine animal safety. Besides ocean swimming, each session includes a fun physical activity that includes running, beach games, paddle board relays, and lifeguard competitions. Along with the lectures and physical activities, Junior Lifeguards develop team-building skills, selfesteem, and make lifelong friendships.

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The Oceanside Junior Lifeguard Program aims to engage all kids, including underserved populations. Since 2002, the JG Boosters of Oceanside raise funds, specifically to invest in kids that may not have the means to participate.

Along with Oceanside Aquatics Association, “Waterproof Oceanside” is a program that pays for eligible participants to learn to swim at a local pool. Once they know how to swim, the same kids can then apply for scholarships that offset Junior Lifeguard registration.

“Every single dime raised goes back to the programs,” said Carmen Guiness, president of JG Boosters. Last year, they funded 62 kids in swim lessons, six kids in junior lifeguards, and one in surf camp. Along with other Oceanside organizations, they raised approximately $12,000.

Since the ocean is unpredictable, each year presents a new set of challenges.

In 2016, there were a record number of rescues on Oceanside beaches. For the 2017 season, there’s currently an abundance of stingrays, so Oceanside Lifeguards are doing their best to educate the public about the “stingray shuffle.” Even though the ocean is an unpredictable force of nature, according to Lifeguard Sergeant, Tyler Berry, “The junior lifeguard kids are never put in an unsafe situation.”

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Wagner and Lola Swank are excellent at their jobs and elevate the program. Oceanside Junior Lifeguards is an excellent way for kids to get involved, learn about the ocean, stay physically active, build character, and make lifelong friends.

It’s truly a great way for kids to grow and learn over their summer break!

To learn more about Junior Lifeguards, please visit ci.oceanside.ca.us/gov/fire/div/ jrlifeguards.asp For more information about getting involved with JG Boosters of Oceanside and annual fundraisers, please go to facebook.com/ JGBoosters

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See the world's top female surfers like Sage Erickson (pictured here at last year's event). Supergirl Pro comes to town on July 28-30th.

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INDEPENDENCE DAY Dinghy Parade @ Oceanside Harbor 1-3pm

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Comedy Night @ The Privateer 6:30-8:30pm

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Golf, Grub, And Mug @ Emerald Isle Golf Course 6pm Open Mic Night @ the Pour House 8pm-12am

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Monthly Bird Walk @ El Corazon Gate 7:30-9:00am South O Walkabout @ South O Shopping District 5-8pm

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Hotrod Cruise Night @ Mission Ave Bar & Grill 5-9pm Golf, Grub, And Mug @ Emerald Isle Golf Course 6pm

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Paul Mitchell Supergirl Pro @ Oceanside Pier Surf Cup Invitational @ El Corazon Park

Surf Cup Invitational @ El Corazon Park

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Comedy Night @ The Privateer 6:30-8:30pm

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FEAST @ Old Mission San Luis Rey 6-9pm

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Farmer's Market 9am-1pm Sunset Market 5-9pm

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Farmer's Market 9am-1pm Sunset Market 5-9pm

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Downtown Oceanside History Walk @ Civic Center Plaza 9-11am

Live Music @ Larry’s Beach Club 8:30 pm

Moonlight Paddle @ the Harbor 8-10pm

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FREE Concert in the Park @ Rancho del Oro Park 5-8pm

Tango on the Beach @ Pacific Street Linear Park 7-9:30pm

Grand re-opening of Mission Ave Bar & Grill 11am

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Farmer's Market 9am-1pm Sunset Market 5-9pm

West Side Story @ The Star Theatre 7:30-9:30pm

FREE Movie at the Pier @ Junior Seau Pier Amphitheatre 8pm

Live Prize Trivia @ Legacy Brewing Co. 6:30-10pm

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Live Music @ the Surfside Tap Room 6-9pm

The Museum Ball: Puttin’ On The Ritz @ Civic Center Plaza 6-11pm

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Paul Mitchell Supergirl Pro @ Oceanside Pier Once in a Blue Moon Summer Party @ El Corazon Senior Center 5-7:30pm

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Paul Mitchell Supergirl Pro @ Oceanside Pier Surf Cup Invitational @ El Corazon Park Tango on the Beach @ Pacific Street Linear Park 7-9:30pm

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Surf Cup Invitational @ El Corazon Park

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Guy Takayama Pro Noseriding Contest @ Oceanside Pier

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Comedy Night @ The Privateer 6:30-8:30pm

Oceanside Longboard Surfing Club Contest & Beach Festival @ Oceanside Pier

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World Bodysurfing Championships @ Oceanside Pier

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Monthly Bird Walk @ El Corazon Gate 7:30-9am

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Hotrod Cruise Night @ Mission Ave Bar & Grill 5-9pm

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2017 Rookies Golf Tournament @ El Camino Country Club 1pm

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Oceanside Longboard Surfing Club Contest & Beach Festival @ Oceanside Pier

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Guy Takayama Pro Noseriding Contest @ Oceanside Pier

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Guy Takayama Pro Noseriding Contest @ Oceanside Pier

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Golf, Grub, And Mug @ Emerald Isle Golf Course 6pm

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Taimane Gardner in Concert @ The Brooks Theatre 7:30-10pm

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Live Prize Trivia @ Legacy Brewing Co. 6:30-10pm

Sunset Market 5-9pm

Live Prize Trivia @ Legacy Brewing Co. 6:30-10pm Farmer's Market 9am-1pm Sunset Market 5-9pm

FREE Movie at the Pier @ Junior Seau Pier Amphitheatre 8pm

World Bodysurfing Championships @ Oceanside Pier Tango on the Beach @ Pacific Street Linear Park 7-9:30pm

Dance Party! A Girls’ Night Out! @ SpringHill Suites 5-9pm

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FDC Foundation members (from left to right): Matthew Gomez, Andy Cash, Vicky Zamd, Oliver Dela Cruz, and Tim Mensalvas. Not pictured are members Aaron Aguiree, Mike Gomez, Leishelle Landlot, Patti Mantz, and Chelsea Delgado.

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The Forrester David Cravens Foundation encourages youth to express their creativity, follow their passion, and be positive, contributing members of their communities. The foundation was spontaneously formed by a core group of five friends who already worked together as a nonprofit environmental group.

The group’s first effort was Eco-Rooted. The nonprofit promotes sustainable lifestyles, artfully repurposes items for kids craft stations and educational games at local Earth fairs, and pitches in at beach cleanups. Then out of the blue, the tragic car accident death of beloved member Forrester David Cravens turned the group’s focus towards his passion for the arts and new efforts were named the “FDC Foundation” in his honor. “We already had momentum working as a nonprofit and banning together to do community work,” said Tim Mensalvas, FDC Foundation director. “After the accident, it became a positive project.”

The foundation became a nonprofit in 2014. Its founding members attended middle school and high school together and are now in their twenties and early thirties. Soon after they completed college and started careers, they formerly launched the nonprofit. Their efforts support youth following creative outlets in arts and music. Last year, two annual fundraisers were held that reflect the group’s creative, youthful spirit. “We want to support kids in a cool and fun way, and possibly serve as mentors,” Mensalvas said. “Art is a crucial part of growing up, following your passion, and living life to the fullest.”

In wintertime is when the Infinite Expression gala is held. The semiformal event is cocktail attire and has a paid entry. It’s a setting to mingle, connect, view artists’ work, hear live music, and taste delicious food and drink pairings. Student work is also on display. The Backyard BBQ event is held in the summertime, and true to its name— it’s a relaxed, outdoor event with a fun vibe. The free event features live music, a local art pop up shop, food, drinks, and raffle drawings for coveted prizes. Both events raise money for Vista High School students’ arts and music scholarships. Monies also support community projects and arts programs. Sponsorships by local businesses have greatly contributed to the success of the fundraisers and numerous volunteers have also helped efforts.

The FDC Foundation’s future goals are to expand fundraising efforts and provide more scholarships for North County students. The foundation also has its sights set on holding an outdoor arts camp and the momentum of the fundraisers is picking up: “The first couple of years, it was close friends and family. At the last Infinite Expression there was a huge change, it was half friends and family and half random people I hadn’t met who were interested in the arts,” said Mensalvas. This year, the Backyard BBQ fundraiser will be held in August and is expecting to have a big turnout. Great things are happening for a great cause!

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OCEANSIDE’S SAMOAN HERITAGE

WORDS: KRISTI HAWTHORNE PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE OCEANSIDE HISTORICAL SOCIETY

The first Samoan families first arrived and settled in Oceanside in the 1940s and 1950s. Men from American Samoa had the opportunity to come to the United States by joining the military—many of which joined the Marine Corps and were stationed at Camp Pendleton. The Samoan families that arrived in Oceanside, through the military, were very close and authentic culture was sustained.

To this day, Oceanside has one of the largest Samoan populations outside of Samoa. Some of the Samoan culture is integrated in Oceanside culture as high school graduates now wear celebratory leis, or wreaths of beautiful flowers or beads—a Samoan custom that’s now widely embraced by students and their parents.

Samoan dancers at the Beach Community Center in 1982.

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Amio Faumuina was born in 1922 in American Samoa. He married Florrie (Kelsall) from Western Samoa. Amio joined the Marines in the 1940s and was sent to the States. He was unable to bring his family, so his wife and their children— Joleen, Larry, and Doris—had to stay in Samoa.

Amio was away for seven years, and it wasn’t until the mid 1950s when the family was finally reunited and lived in Sterling Homes (military housing in Oceanside). The kids attended school at Laurel Elementary in the Eastside neighborhood. Son Larry would later become an Oceanside Police Officer, and his son Blake Faumuina is an Oceanside Lifeguard.

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Saleutogi Letuligasenoa was one of the first Samoans to come to Oceanside. After joining the Marine Corps, he was stationed at Camp Pendleton in 1956. He and his wife Lupelele bought a home in the Tri City area in 1963, where they raised thirteen children—eleven of them born in Oceanside: Tony, Sue, Joe, Barbara, Rainima, Saga, Setu, Melema, Fale, Nefu, Muaau, Tafu, and Letua. Large families are not uncommon and Samoan culture is rooted in “aiga” or the extended family. Love of family and respect for elders is allimportant. Togi and Lupe were married for 55 years until Togi’s death in 2004. His wife still lives in the family home enjoying her many children and grandchildren.

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Tala Poumele was a sergeant in the Marine Corps and a pastor of the Samoan Congregational Christian Church in 1963. At that time, there were over 200 Samoans living in the Oceanside area—today, there are over 5,000.

Tala’s hometown was Fitutia in Samoa. He and his wife Mautofi married in Hawaii before coming to Oceanside and raising a family on Holly Street in the Eastside neighborhood.

Poumele children, Eastside neighborhood, 1960s.

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Ami Faumuina and granddaughter Macy.

Poumele Family, 1964

In 1971, David Faasua, a seventeen-year old Samoan native, was honored as “Boy of the Year” at the Oceanside Boys Club. A senior at Oceanside High School, David was selected out of 100 other young men and given the annual honor.

300 visitors from Pago Pago came to Oceanside in an exchange of cultures. On another visit, Frenzel met High Talking Chief Meauta O. Atufili Mageo and made arrangements to send young Samoan men to Oceanside to train with lifeguards.

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In 1973, Oceanside became sister cities with Pago Pago, the capitol of America Samoa.

Mayor Howard Richardson and Deputy Mayor John Frenzel traveled there that year, and in return,

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to Oceanside in the early 1960s. Oldest brother Paul entered Oceanside High School as a senior in 1962 and went on to excel in football at MiraCosta.

Buck was both a running back and quarterback at Oceanside High in 1964 and led the Pirates to a championship in 1965. Junior PaoPao made his mark and was all-CIF his senior year in 1967.

He played ball at MiraCosta, San Jose, and San Diego State. Joe was Oceanside’s High School quarterback in 1970 and 1971, and went on to play

Mickey PaoPao, 1976.

pro in the Canadian Football League. Anthony led the Pirates to the playoffs in 1973 and 1974 and was the league’s Player of the Year. He played for UCLA and played in the 1976 Rose Bowl when they defeated Ohio. Mickey played at El Camino High School, where he was an all-CIF linebacker.

Mickey later played football for San Diego State.

Paul PaoPao’s son Tofi continued their legacy, quarterbacking for the Oceanside High Pirates from 2011 to 2013.

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Wally Ta’aga Molifua was a beloved coach at Oceanside High School, and he too, made his mark in Pirate Football history. Born in Pago Pago in 1951, his family came to Oceanside in the 1960s. He was an offensive tackle and later played at MiraCosta and Brigham Young University. In 1976, Molifua returned to his alma mater and became the first person of Samoan heritage to teach in the Oceanside Unified School District and started the luau tradition at Oceanside High School. “Uncle Wally” was a community leader and an inspiration to all students. In 2006, Oceanside High School’s newly renovated multi-million dollar gymnasium was renamed in Molifua’s honor.

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Samoan-American Wayne Godinet, former director of the Boys & Girls Club of Oceanside, invented the sport of cupstacking. Godinet promoted cupstacking as a fun activity any child (and adult) can learn to enjoy. Along with helping to improve hand-eye coordination and concentration, it’s a fun activity any child can learn and enjoy. What once was a local game quickly became a national phenomenon with local kids appearing on the Tonight Show to demonstrate.

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Kimo Marquardt’s family came to Oceanside in 1964. His father was Samoan and his mother was Hawaiian. Kimo attended Oceanside High School, where he was a football star and graduated in 1976. Twenty-five years later, he’d become the school’s principal. In 2009, Kimo

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Katrina Johnson and Kimo Marquardt, Players Ball Queen and King, 1976.

helped to organize a relief effort for American Samoa and Samoa when it was devastated by 8.3 magnitude earthquake and tsunami.

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Junior Seau, Oceanside’s hometown hero, cannot go without mention. An outstanding local athlete for Oceanside High, Junior played football for USC, and, of course, in the NFL with the San Diego Chargers and later the New England Patriots. Junior was a beloved and revered Oceanside resident and our community was shocked and saddened by his death in 2012. He was the first Polynesian and Samoan to make the Pro Football Hall of Fame, inducted posthumously in 2015. The Oceanside Amphitheater and Community Center were renamed in his honor.

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All-American Junior Seau, late 80s USC Trojans

For more information about Oceanside’s history, please visit oceansidehistoricalsociety.org.

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NOLAN COOLEY WORDS: ELIZABETH SCHWARTZE PHOTOS: DOMINIC COOLEY

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Check out Nolan's mural up close on the Turtle Island building located at 407 Minnesota Avenue.

Nolan Cooley is an active thirteen year-old boy. He loves to skate, swim in his pool, and goof around with his brothers. Nolan is also an amazing artist with his own website, he designs skate decks, and paints murals. He also lives with autism.

His parents, Dominic and Kristen, are Nolan’s ardent supporters. At a very young age, Nolan was meeting his developmental milestones, but his parents just knew that something was “off.” At age three-and-a-half, Rady Children’s Hospital conducted a four-hour evaluation and confirmed that Nolan indeed had autism. With an official diagnosis, the Cooley’s decided that autism was a character trait, and didn’t dwell on the “what-ifs,” waiting around for the world to adapt to Nolan. According to Dominic, “Nolan can do the things every other kid can do, we just have to have a million times more patience.” For example, Nolan couldn’t even stand on a skateboard three years ago.

Now, it’s his favorite pastime, and one he’s really good at.

With a background in education, Kristen knew as a mother and a professional what was best for her son—and she didn’t want to shelter him. Nolan’s education immerses him with “typical” kids, while specialists adapt his curriculum to his needs. The same kids in his classroom also become his advocates because they understand his uniqueness, since they work and play alongside him.

Nolan always had a creative streak and the summer after first grade, Nolan was given some grid paper. The grid paper soon became his first canvas. He began to make colorful circles in each square. He did this repetitively until the Cooley’s amassed tons of paper with Nolan’s unique art style. Art was therapy and something

Nolan enjoyed, was good at, and calmed him. It’s been close to eight years since Nolan found his unique art expression. In those eight years, Nolan’s style has transitioned and changed. It’s still bright colors on white canvas, but now they’re blocks. He’s also graduated from Sharpie’s to acrylic paint pens. Nolan views his art as an extension of himself, so at first, had trouble giving it away or selling it. With time, and explaining the process, he’s made the association that people like his art, so when he sees it displayed somewhere it’s not expected, he gets excited.

Every penny he earns from selling his art goes directly back to Nolan (mostly for more art supplies).

The future is bright for Nolan. His art continues to draw fans from across the globe. His video on autism awareness by 9FIVE has gone viral. He has offers to collaborate with different companies. There are plans for more art shows and more murals. His parents are already planning for his future career. Dominic and Kristen are launching their own non-profit, HEART AUTISM, to help enrich autism’s relationship tree. The Cooley’s want people living with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to be fully immersed in society and not just coinciding with it. They want resources and networks for families.

And, eventually, they’d like Nolan to take a main role and be a mentor by helping others with ASD to navigate the world. As a fifth generation Osider, Nolan is doing great things to elevate the city. It’s only a matter of time before the Cooley’s put Oceanside on the map.

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THE BOYS ARE BACK IN TOWN FOR SEASON TWO WORDS: ELIZABETH SCHWARTZE PHOTOS: ZACH CORDNER

JAKE WEARY (DAREN CODY) Have you ever visited Oceanside before?

Never, maybe stopped here to get gas.

What are your favorite bars and restaurants you visited while you were here?

Hello Betty and Harney Sushi are two I can remember and really enjoy.

Since working on the show, are you more into surfing?

Yes, all of us have 100-percent. We get together and get better as a team and a group, even though there have been a few great whites spotted while we’re filming. I guess it adds to the grit.

The Cody’s are back in Oceanside! TNT’s favorite crime family is back for Season 2 of Animal Kingdom with a star-studded cast parading through the many picturesque backdrops of Oceanside. Season 1 ended leaving the audience with two questions: Where the Cody boys’ allegiances lie, and where the show is filmed. The second season answers those questions at full throttle with most of the show displaying our beloved city as the backdrop.

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Oceanside is proud to be in Animal Kingdom and it’s been beneficial for cast, crew, and the city. It’s filmed almost exclusively in Oceanside—from the pier, to The Strand, to local restaurants and surf shops—the scenery here is alluring audiences as the quintessential Southern California beach city. Animal Kingdom not only makes our city look good, but it also benefits our economy and attracts tourism.

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What was it like for you filming in Oceanside? Where was your favorite place to film a scene?

I love The Strand in Oceanside and I really love the culture, people walking around with their surfboards, eating tacos. I would say Real Surf Shop is my favorite place to film. The people who run that business are so nice and it’s cool to see how a surfboard is made.

What’s your favorite thing about Oceanside?

People are awesome and locals just want to be part of the show. All conversations are positive with the community and everyone supports us.

Everybody is more than welcoming.

BEN ROBSON (CRAIG CODY) Have you ever visited Oceanside before?

No, but I read a lot of books and did some research about the area.

What are your favorite bars and restaurants you visited while you were here?

I’d say Ruby’s for the Oreo Milkshake, Johnny Mañanas, Harney Sushi, and In-N-Out Burger.

Since working on the show, are you more into surfing now?

Yes, and I’m trying to get better at it—especially, for the show.

What was it like for you filming in Oceanside? Where was your favorite place to film a scene?

Oceanside is it’s own character on the show and everything adds authenticity. People really get a sense of the Cody beach culture—gritty places are a huge part in what we’re filming. When we cruise around the Top Gun House or the beach, the characters belong there. The cast gets to live together, so when we’re together we get to know each other more and hang out.

What’s your favorite thing about Oceanside?

It’s a fun place to get out and explore. Everyone is very proud of his or her home. The best part of shooting in Oceanside is that everyone is welcoming and supportive and that helps tell the story.

Shop, has seen the benefit to his shop largely because the show films at his store. “I watched Animal Kingdom and if you take your eyes off the show, you might miss something. They’re really making the town look good. People see it (Real Surf Shop) on the show and want to stop in and take a picture, which is great for business. Web traffic has increased, as well. Everyone has been 39

really nice to work with and it’s a super positive experience,” said Ambrose.

The renowned actors film on location and enjoy Oceanside not only for work, but as tourists, as well. They have discovered our city—almost all of them—for the very first time. In an interview with The Osider (see sidebar), actors Jake Weary, Ben Robson, Finn Cole, and Shawn Hatosy THEOSIDER.COM

“OCEANSIDE HAS BECOME A CHARACTER IN THE SHOW—IT OPENS THE SHOW UP IN A WAY THAT IT CREATES AN AVENUE THAT EXPOSES OCEANSIDE TO A NEW AUDIENCEˮ­—SHAWN HATOSY

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SHAWN HATOSY (ANDREW “POPE” CODY) Have you ever visited Oceanside before?

No, never heard of it. But I have visited Mission Beach and I really remember enjoying the San Diego lifestyle.

What are your favorite bars and restaurants you visited while you were here?

Hello Betty’s is part of our “base camp” mostly since they’re on The Strand and there’s not much time to venture out.

Since working on the show, are you more into surfing now?

The younger guys are into it. I grew up obsessed with skateboarding and Tony Hawk was my hero.

What was it like for you filming in Oceanside?

Where was your favorite place to film a scene?

Oceanside has become a character in the show—it opens the show up in a way that it creates an avenue that exposes Oceanside to a new audience. I love the way the pier looks. The Flying Pig is great.

What’s your favorite thing about Oceanside?

It’s perfection and an endless supply for storytelling.

I think it’ll blow up.

I love going to Oceanside because the fans are incredibly supportive. Just being in proximity with the people who are making the show a success!

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Actors Jake and Ben with Director Larry Teng on Wisconsin Avenue.

“THE CAST AND CREW ALSO LOVE HANGING OUT AFTER LONG HOURS FILMING, VISITING OCEANSIDE’S MANY GREAT BARS, RESTAURANTS, AND SURF SPOTSˮ unanimously reported two factors they believe make the show successful: The family-like connection with the cast, and their love of Oceanside.

While filming Season 2, the actors spent approximately four weeks living together and working long hours, which created a cohesiveness and chemistry that’s palpable on screen. The cast and crew also love hanging out after long hours filming, visiting Oceanside’s many great bars, restaurants, and surf spots.

Hello Betty Fish House was referred to as a cast “base camp” due to its proximity to filming, great service, and excellent food.

Pam Schwartz, General Manager at Hello Betty Fish House reported that the cast and crew are a great group of people and they’re happy to host them. She also said that, “they’re very conscious of our schedule and call in advance because they also have a tight schedule. We do our best to keep their dining experience under the radar so they’re not bombarded while eating on a tight schedule.”

Schwartz also mentioned the economic benefit in winter, when traffic slowed because of the

On The Strand with Actor Finn Cole and Executive Producer John Wells.

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FINN COLE (JOSHUA “J” CODY) Before filming, had you ever visited Oceanside?

No, I hadn’t even been to the U.S. before filming the show.

What are your favorite bars and restaurants you visited while you were here?

Hello Betty’s, The Flying Pig, and That Boy Good.

I only wish we had more time to hang out and chill.

Since working on the show, are you more into surfing now?

I had never surfed before but I’ve always loved the water.

How is the Chemistry Surfboard working out for you?

Chemistry is awesome! Cheyne Magnusson taught me how to surf for the show and personally. I’m going to try to surf in England!

What was it like for you filming in Oceanside?

Where was your favorite place to film a scene?

Amazing! I’m really lucky to shoot there and everyone is really nice. It’s like being on vacation and we get to all hang out and spend a lot of time together. I love the Oceanside Pier and all the beaches. I did some really cool scenes on the cliffs.

What’s your favorite thing about Oceanside?

Everyone waves at you wherever we go. We really appreciate the support and we really feel like we’re at home. We only hope that we make Oceanside proud.

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weather, Animal Kingdom cast and crew still frequented the restaurant, which helped tremendously.

Leslee Gaul, President & CEO of Visit Oceanside, disclosed that during the four weeks of filming Season 2, approximately $1.4 million was spent in the community on lodging, dining, fees, and other activities. With over 60 Oceanside locations used for Season 2, much of Oceanside received proper representation. Once cast and crew head home and wait to film Season 3 (wink, wink), the benefits continue to roll in as Season 2 is broadcast and tourism picks up after Oceanside is featured on this popular TV show.

Make sure to watch Season 2 of Animal Kingdom Tuesday nights on TNT at 9/8c.

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SOCAL PRO WRESTLING LIVE FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT AT OCEANSIDE BOYS & GIRLS CLUB

WORDS: ELIZABETH SCHWARTZE PHOTOS: CHARLIE NEUMAN

SoCal Pro wrestlers Jason Redondo and Dark Usagi up against the ropes.

“THE SHOWS ARE FAMILY-FRIENDLY, WHOLESOME ENTERTAINMENT AT AN AFFORDABLE PRICE.” Ricky Mandel knows how to body slam.

Let’s get ready to rumble! WWF-style professional wrestling is alive and well and even thriving with SoCal Pro Wrestling at the Oceanside Boys & Girls Club. The action, the pageantry, and the excitement of live professional wrestling is packed into a fun-filled, family-friendly event.

Professional wrestlers with names like “SoCal Crazy” or “Ju Dizz” practice throughout the year and put on a performance each month. SoCal Pro Wrestling recently celebrated ten years of entertaining audiences at Oceanside Boys & Girls Club.

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(WWF) and its dramatic storylines with dynamic characters. When he got older, Dino went to California Championship Wrestling and enjoyed the live shows, but didn’t really think of it as a potential career; it was more of a fascination and cool hobby. In 2005, Jeff saw an advertisement for a wrestling school in Oceanside run by a famous wrestler, “The Colorado Kid” Mike Rapada, so he signed up. They trained in a warehouse in Oceanside and after six months, he had a couple of matches.

Shortly after his wrestling debut, he dislocated his knee in a non-wrestling accident.

During his recovery from knee surgery, he

SoCal Pro Wrestling Champion Anthony Idol

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"Lovin'" Nick Lovin and Motros go head to head.

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realized it was time to bring professional wrestling back for the public to enjoy. SoCal Professional Wrestling’s first event was held in April 2007 for an audience of 200 people at Oceanside High School. The next month, they moved to Oceanside Boys & Girls Club and have been putting on shows there for ten years.

When it started, SoCal Professional Wrestling had eight aspiring wrestlers. It now has about 30 students comprised of men and women ages fifteen to 40 years that come from all walks of life.

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Dirty Doug feels the pain.

(WWE). This past December, Dino moved to a bigger training facility in San Marcos to accommodate the growing interest in pro wrestling.

Giving back to the community is part of Dino’s philosophy. The shows are one way Dino provides family-friendly, wholesome entertainment at an affordable price. Every year, the wrestlers put on two free performances for the public. In September, they take part in Oceanside’s Mexican Independence Day celebrations. In April, they put on another performance for City of Oceanside’s Dia del Niño at Joe Balderrama Park.

The best way to get involved is to attend a show! The next SoCal Pro Wrestling match is Saturday, July 8th at the Oceanside Boys & Girls

Club. Each show is six matches and it’s the best live action, front row entertainment that money can buy. Doors open at 6:00 p.m., the performance starts at 7pm and lasts over two hours. There are merchandise tables, autographs with the wrestlers, and concessions to keep the family busy. “Just attend once and you’ll be a fan for life,” promised Dino.

Pro wrestling matches are lively drama, and highly entertaining! Every wrestler has a story that’s woven into each match. Wrestler Anthony Idol’s backstory suggests he’s quite a character.

He’s SoCal Pro’s current champion and headliner for July 8th: Anthony Idol is in possession of the top 49

prize in SoCal Pro Wrestling, the heavyweight Championship Title. He says pushing weights, eating steaks, and getting dates is what makes the man he is today. He is the man in every sense of the word, the man you want to be and the man you love to hate!

Take part in the excitement of Oceanside’s own pro wrestling show on Saturday, July 8th at 7pm and find out if Anthony Idol retains his championship!

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Home grown DEBBIE DAHLQUIST

TEACHER OF THE YEAR WORDS: PROMISE YEE PHOTOS: ZACH CORDNER Debbie Dahlquist was named Ivey Ranch Elementary School teacher of the year for plenty of reasons. Fellow teachers praise her passion, love of the environment, self-honesty, academic drive, and focus on the success of each student.

Peers say she’s “always a team player” and “tireless in her efforts to help students.”

Dahlquist has taught for 34 years and twenty-six of those years have been at Ivey Ranch Elementary. She, her husband, and kids relocated to Oceanside when her husband retired from the Marines in 1987. She soon taught for Oceanside Unified School District, and her kids attended its schools. She’s spent the majority of her teaching career at Ivey Ranch Elementary. It’s a kindergarten through fifth grade school of about 850 students and growing, due to new housing developments. The school motto is “treat students and parents like family.”

“We treat our students like we’d want our own children to be treated,” Dahlquist said. “The part of our vision statement that resonates with me is that ‘Students are guided to be responsible people of character who strive to make the world a better place.’” She currently teaches fifth-grade and describes her ten-year-old students as having “soft hearts,” and beginning to separate from their parents and become young adults. Academically, students are gaining a better understanding of the world. “We study human rights, people in the world that have overcome difficulties, how our actions impact the environment around us, the American Revolution,” said Dahlquist.

Daily lessons include technology and Common Core standards. Dahlquist said unlike past practices of teaching students to sit quietly and repeat information, her role as a teacher is to provide opportunities for students to collaborate, use technology, seek meaning, and form their own understandings: “Instead of looking back and memorizing, they’re asked to use what they’ve researched and apply it to the future.”

The outcome of her efforts are students who are engaged and learning to their full potential, often with the aid of individual instruction from her. She also teaches her students that mistakes are okay, and something they can learn from.

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Debbie and her students' Recycled Fashion Show at this year's Earth Day Festival.

Dahlquist works to develop sincere, personal connections with her students. She cherishes them for being themselves, and celebrates their uniqueness. Students’ personal struggles are often turned into class lessons. “Through my students eyes I have experienced being Muslim post 9/11, poverty, being born a girl yet identifying as a boy, and parents being deported,” said Dahlquist. “My duty is to guide and mentor the students that come through my classroom door with the goal that they leave me 50

more worldly, compassionate, and confident than they entered.”

Among her accomplishments, Debbie has led the charge to create a school garden, and become a Zero Waste School. Related schoolwide projects have ranged from making and selling compost created from school lunch waste, to observing caterpillars transform into butterflies. She also teaches at Tech Trek science and math camp for girls at UC Irvine during the summer.

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ASYLUM BOARD SHOPS WORDS: ERIC KLIER PHOTOS: JT RHOADES Oceanside and its beautiful harbor, pier, and large white sand beaches have been bringing tourists here for years to experience what locals enjoy everyday. The beaches have shaped our culture. For generations, people have been playing in our surf and have been skateboarding down our streets. For 25 years, Asylum Board Shops have been providing customers with their lifestyle needs.

Asylum Board Shops are located on Mission Avenue—steps from PCH, and a few blocks from the pier. It’s actually two shops directly across from each other—one concentrating on beach and surf, while the other is a “one stop” skate shop. Owner Lee Hayden recognized over a decade ago that there was “a need for a skate shop that had everything for the beginner to the everyday hardcore skater.”

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needs. If not working at the shop, the skate staff is usually spotted at one of Oceanside’s unbelievable skateparks or cruising the streets.

The skate shop has the latest gear and its walls are covered with autographed skate decks—a few are even signed by some of the biggest pros that have made their way through the doors.

Asylum Surf has everything any beachgoer could ever need. There’s an array of new and used surfboards and wetsuits to choose from. If you’re just visiting, you can rent body boards, surfboards, wetsuits, and swim fins. Of course, there are also swimsuits, sunscreen, and anything to make your day at the beach one to remember. With its convenient location near the beach, it’s a quick and easy stop if you forgot a beach chair or some surf wax.

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with our community. It’s also easy to see why Asylum has been a staple of downtown Oceanside for 25 years. Local shops like this have been a stepping-stone for young surfers and skaters to get their foot in the industry and possibly find a career in the sport they love.

The next time you’re on your way to the beach, it’d definitely be in your best interest to stroll in. Who knows? You may find something that’ll make you and your family’s beach day that much better.

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Owner, Jason Betz

OCEANSIDE TATTOO “THE ARCADE” WORDS: ALICIA STONE PHOTOS: ZACH CORDNER Along with all the storefront facelifts happening around downtown comes great new restaurants and unique businesses. However, it’s inevitable that some of us may have lost one or two of our old favorites. And that’s the reason why “The Arcade” has done something very special—they’ve reinstalled one of Oceanside’s original attractions.

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and has a place in military history, with many soldiers rushing to get their first tattoos before being shipped out.

Owner Jason “J” Betz said, “I did research and found that Oceanside had a very rich tattoo history that’d been mostly forgotten.” He added, “It took over ten years to locate and acquire all of that history. All of the vintage tattoo machines and antique folk art are now in the museum.”

An Oceanside native, ”J” is a self-taught tattoo artist: “I got my first tattoo at the age of eleven. I’d always wanted to be an artist, but my freshman year in high school; I started making money doing it. Over the next seven years, I had the opportunity to work along side some of the best artists in the world. We learned from each other and I continue to learn every day, that’s how tattooing works. Experience comes from time and hours put into the profession. It is an art form that has been practiced for over 4000 years, a sacred craft that should be protected.”

“J” opened Frontline Tattoo in 2003 and then expanded into a second location in Vista.

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dedicated to Oceanside’s historical contributions and to the rise of professional tattooing,” said “J.” He credits his family—wife Melissa and kids Kassidy (15), Maverick (11), and Kali (6)—for helping him in all that he’s achieved. “As a third generation Oceanside resident, I’m grateful to be able to raise my children in such a great community. Witnessing the growth and evolution of our hometown is exciting and heart breaking at the same time. I do miss the ‘old’ Oceanside, however it’s great to see locals embracing the change by opening new businesses that’ll be a part of Oceanside’s future.”

I encourage all of our residents to stop in and take a look! Whether you’re in the market for a tattoo, or you simply want to see a piece of history, it’s a great opportunity to move forward with our city while never forgetting our past.

Oceanside Tattoo “The Arcade” 604 Mission Avenue (760) 439-8288 arcadetattoo.com

DINING: COASTAL

Privateer Sandwich Flight: Roast Beef, Honey Roasted Yam, and Prosciutto & Brie

Small Bites: Bruschetta With Cyclops Farms Cherry Tomatoes

THE PRIVATEER MARKETPLACE & WINE BAR

Charcuterie Plate

WORDS: AARON SCHMIDT PHOTOS: ZACH CORDNER

In 2008, Owner Charlie Anderson and his wife Maria started a small coffee cart business at Buccaneer Beach and then opened up a second location at the Captain’s Helm. They bought The Buccaneer Café almost eight years ago, which was their first foray into the restaurant business.

Cut to 2012, and The Privateer Coal Fire Pizza became reality and was a success virtually overnight. Four years later (after the space next door opened up), Charlie saw a need to start a new venture and viola—The Privateer Marketplace & Wine Bar was born.

When did you officially open the Marketplace for business?

Charlie: We opened in April of 2016. We originally opened The Privateer Coal Fire Pizza in October of 2012.

How did you originally get into the restaurant business?

My dad owned restaurants, so I grew up inside a restaurant. He owned The Captain’s Anchorage in Dana Point and Big Bear. I’ve always been enamored with the business. My good pal Jamey Stone and I have always dreamt about opening a restaurant together, and as we got older, an opportunity presented itself, so we took it on.

Would you say The Privateer is very family oriented?

Yep, my sister-in-law Paula Kostak, my nephew Manolo Nunez, my wife Maria, and my son Sage THEOSIDER.COM

all work for The Privateer. We are a 100-percent family owned and operated business. Our staff is awesome. Pat Griffin is our new Kitchen maestro.

He handles all the food on the Marketplace side. And I’m very grateful for the invaluable assistance from Chef Chad Weatherford who hand makes all our gelatos and salads. We also have the best selection of wines, thanks to our sommelier Susan Porter.

What would you say are the most popular items in the Marketplace?

Well, wine is the foundation of what we’re doing in the market. We wanted to get ahead of the game as there’s a new consumer coming to Oceanside right now that’s got an elevated palette. Complementing the wine bar, we sell charcuteries, artisan sandwiches, small plates, and grab-and-go bites—all of which pairs really well with wine. But at the end of the day, desserts are probably our most popular.

We have locally-baked desserts from Petite Madeline, Jitters, and Faye’s Desserts. We also spin our own gelatos from scratch. They’ve become extremely popular as kids are eating them up left and right.

What is your most favorite thing about living and working in Oceanside?

We have a very diverse community here and it’s a happy and humble group of people who don’t come from much. They’re very appreciative and prideful for what they have. That’s probably what I’m most prideful of. We’re certainly not “hoity 56

(L-R): Owner Charlie Anderson, his Sister-in-law Paula, and son Sage.

The Privateer Marketplace & Wine Bar 1704 South Coast Highway (760) 453-2254 privateer-marketplace.com toity,” but we’re making food that I like to call “Blue Collar Gourmet.” We also have our Oceanside Wine Society that I’m proud to say now has over 800-plus members! We’re stepping up the game, but we are also keeping within who and what we are as a community.

We have a full line of organic and local natural foods.

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DINING: INLAND

Shrimp Brocheta Margarita Heaven!

Al Pastor tacos

ANITA’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT CANTINA

Marinero Burrito

WORDS: ALICIA STONE PHOTOS: ZACH CORDNER If you grew up here, there’s a good chance that you’ve celebrated a birthday, or milestone at one (or both) of the Anita’s Restaurants— one of Oceanside’s original Mexican eating establishments. Anita’s was born the same way as most restaurants—two like-minded individuals working for someone else who then decided it was time to start a business of their own.

Founders Keyla B. Ceja and Francisco Alvarez Mireles first opened their restaurant in the downtown area of Hill Street (where the Regal Movie Theater now sits). They named the restaurant after Francisco’s youngest daughter.

“It was 1973, they had handwritten menus, only two servers, and my mom and Frank Alvarez worked in the kitchen,” said Alan Ceja, son of Keyla and current co-owner and operator of the El Camino location. At that time, the area was frequented by lots of Marines, so Keyla knew the serving portions would have to be bigger to accommodate their large appetites.

Also, Frank asked Keyla to hire her family members, which made the area more appealing to the family crowd.

In 1978, after the success of the first location, they decided to move into a larger space on Hill Street: “That’s when I started helping my parents and Mr. Alvarez as a bus boy. After five years, they were able to expand into a second location on El Camino Real (in the old Town & Country Shopping Center). My father had been managing the Hill Street location, but after he passed away in 1986, my mother and Frank decided to mutually part ways. My mother would keep the El Camino space, and Frank would take over Hill Street.”

Alan added, “I partnered with my mom and THEOSIDER.COM

began running Anita’s El Camino Real. The agreement often confuses some people since the restaurants have the same name, but it’s separate ownership. For us, it’s been working fine.” That separation is often the fun part, as even among my own friends we have claimed ownership proclaiming love and allegiance to “our Anita’s”, with close friends and family playfully claiming the other location. In 2012, Anita’s moved to the current location on the corner of El Camino Real and Vista Way (in the old Love’s Barbeque building).

Anita’s is known for fresh, warm chips and perfectly spiced salsa that appears as you’re seated and it has all the favorites of Mexican cuisine. They offer fajitas, tacos, and burritos, as well as unique items like signature enchiladas and seafood combos. Their San Felipe combo includes two petit lobster tails, carne asada and a crab enchilada with a choice of soup or salad.

Their albondigas (meatball) soup is amazing.

Their full bar has tasty Cadillac margaritas and happy hour specials, as well as “Taco Tuesdays.”

The dining room is open daily at 11am (Sundays 10:30am) and offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner with Early Bird specials and plenty of room for big parties. The breakfast menu includes Huevos Rancheros, machaca, chorizo, Ranchero Asada combo, and more.

Alan said, “We love the food business and we’re very grateful to our loyal customers. As we’ve watched families grow, they’ve helped us grow, too. Guests that used to be little kids now come in and eat with their own children. It’s so satisfying to be part of this community that we love and appreciate.”

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Owners Alan and Keyla Ceja

Anita’s Mexican Restaurant Cantina 2250 South El Camino Real (760) 757-7745 anitasrestaurant.com

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DINING: COASTAL

Fish & Chips

Grilled Cod Plate

Fish & Shrimp Combo

New England Clam Chowder

Fish Taco Plate

Owner, Terry Cross

HARBOR FISH & CHIPS WORDS: JAMEY STONE PHOTOS: ZACH CORDNER

For Oceanside native Terry Cross, there’s no better place to be than the Oceanside harbor.

His love affair with it began over 48 years ago when he started working at the original fish market located there. Terry also spent quite a bit of time as a commercial fisherman as well, so when he had the opportunity to open Harbor Fish & Chips—it was a no brainer.

The first location was actually in the fish market and eventually opened in its current location in 1971. Serving quality ingredients and large portions has been the key to his longevity and success. Northern Alaska cod, fresh potatoes, humongous fish tacos, and scratch made chowder are just a few of the items that THEOSIDER.COM

have both the local and tourist crowds coming back for more.

Oceanside has always been Terry’s slice of paradise and he’s honored to raise his daughters Mona and Sheri here. Terry has also brought another Oside native into the fold with his manager Chris Jones. Chris’ family owned the bait docks when he was growing up and he spent his young life there fishing and selling bait to local fisherman. He’s been with the store for thirteen years, and he takes great pride in customer service and food quality.

Harbor Fish & Chips is the longest running business in the harbor and has become an iconic Oceanside destination, so if you haven’t yet been 60

here—it’s a must-try. The inside of the restaurant’s ambience is sprinkled with amazing historical photos, trophy fish, and even giant shark jaws full of teeth.

Dine under the covered patio outside and take in the amazing surroundings while you enjoy the fresh ocean breeze. I couldn’t imagine a better place to sit back and enjoy some nice crispy fish and chips. See you there.

Harbor Fish & Chips 76 Harbor Drive (760) 722-4977 harborfishandchips.net

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BAR AND RESTAURANT GUIDE BAKERIES 101 BAGELS & SUBS 323 North Coast Highway (760) 421-6555 CHOW’S DONUTS 1906 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 757-1355 ELENA’S CAFE FRENCH CREPES 511 Pier View Way (240) 644-3205 HILL STREET DONUT HOUSE 1926 South Coast Highway (760) 439-7741 LA PERLA TAPATIA 1910 Mission Avenue (760) 721-8486 LE RENDEZ-VOUS FRENCH BAKERY 4225 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 414-9109 LEROY’S SWEET POTATO SHACK 3800 Oceanic Drive (760) 722-2690 MISSION DONUT HOUSE 1502 Mission Avenue (760) 757-2979 MR. DONUTS 1950 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 967-6508 OHANA CUPCAKES 2455 Vista Way (760) 757-4262 PETITE MADELINE BAKERY 223 North Coast Highway (760) 231-7300 RED RIBBON BAKE SHOP 47 Douglas Drive (760) 754-8460 SAM’S DONUT SHOP 3504 College Boulevard Suite A (760) 945-0416

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SK’S DONUTS 1129 South Coast Highway (760) 722-0455

GUAHAN GRILL 4259 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 806-4826

START FRESH CAFÉ 1034 South Coast Highway (760) 439-7940

SAN LUIS REY BAKERY & RESTAURANT 490 North El Camino Real (760) 433-7242

PRIMO FOODS 606 Morse Street (760) 439-8711

STRATFORD AT THE HARBOR 280 South Harbor Drive (760) 453-2073

THAT BOY GOOD 207 N Coast Highway (760) 433-4227

SWAMI’S CAFÉ 202 North Coast Highway (760) 966-1203

CABO BAR & GRILL 212 North Tremont Street (760) 637-2450

BREAKFAST DINERS AND CAFÉS

BREWERIES/TAP ROOMS

DANNY P’S CORK & TAP 560 Greenbrier Drive (760) 967-0128

101 CAFÉ 631 South Coast Highway (760) 722-5220

THE DRAFT RESTAURANT & SPORTS BAR 4225 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 631-4700

BEACHBREAK CAFÉ (PG.6) 1802 South Coast Highway (760) 439-6355

BAR AND GRILLS

IRINA’S BAR & GRILL 3375 Mission Avenue (760) 433-5086

BREAKFAST CLUB DINER (PG.59) 228 North Coast Highway (760) 722-3124 bcdc-oceanside.com

JUNKYARD GRILL & SPORTS BAR 3613 Ocean Ranch Boulevard (760) 231-6600

THE BROKEN YOLK CAFE 2434 Vista Way (760) 967-9655

MISSION AVENUE BAR & GRILL (PG.11) 711 Mission Avenue (760) 637–2222 missionavebarandgrill.com

BUCCANEER CAFÉ 1508 South Pacific Street (760) 966-1804

OSIDE SPORTSBAR & GRILL 113 South Coast Highway (760) 722-5968 PCH SPORTS BAR & GRILL (PG.55) 1835 South Coast Highway (760) 721-3955 pchsportsbarandgrill.com RED ROOSTER 1985 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 754-8383 ROOKIE’S SPORTS GRILL (PG.34) 2216 South El Camino Real (760) 757-1123 iloverookies.com TONY’S SPORTS BAR & GRILL 274 South Harbor Drive (760) 433-8466 TREMONT STREET BAR & GRILL 311 North Tremont Street (760) 435-9555 BBQ FELIX’S BBQ WITH SOUL 3613 Ocean Ranch Boulevard (760) 439-7072 64

BAGBY BEER COMPANY 601 South Coast Highway (760) 270-9075 BARREL REPUBLIC 215 North Coast Highway (760) 435-0042 BELCHING BEAVER BREWERY 1334 Rocky Point Drive (760) 599-5832 BLACK PLAGUE BREWING 2550 Jason Court (760) 631-8110 BREAKWATER BREWING 101 North Coast Highway (760) 433-6064

FIRE WATER SALOON 406 Pier View Way COME ON OVER BOUTIQUE & CAFE (760) 722-2216 2405 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 687-6193 LEGACY BREWING CO. 363 Airport Road (760) 705-3221 DON’S COUNTRY KITCHEN 1938 South Coast Highway MASON ALE WORKS (760) 722-7337 2002 South Coast Highway (760) 429-7424 ELENA'S CAFE FRENCH CREPES 511 Pier View Way MIDNIGHT JACK BREWING (240) 644-3205 3801 Oceanic Drive Suite 101 (760) 637-9670 GRANDMA’S RESTAURANT 539 Vista Bella OCEANSIDE ALE WORKS (760) 757-8777 1800 Ord Way (760) 721-4253 HARBOR HOUSE CAFÉ 714 North Coast Highway OCEANSIDE BREWING COMPANY (760) 722-2254 312-314 Via Del Norte (760) 453-7900 HILL STREET CAFÉ 524 South Coast Highway POUR HOUSE (760) 966-0985 1903 South Coast Highway (760) 730-5944 DINO'S 400 Mission Avenue STONE COMPANY STORE (760) 433-9900 310 North Tremont Street (760) 529-0002 MARY’S FAMILY RESTAURANT 307 North Coast Highway SURFSIDE TAP ROOM (760) 722-3052 507 North Coast Highway (760) 730-5449

TAP THAT 3207 Roymar Road Suite E (760) 433-4827

ROYAL BUFFET 3766 Mission Avenue (760) 721-1889

SAN DIEGO COFFEE TEA & SPICE 1722 South Coast Highway (760) 439-8001

SUBMARINA 3809 Plaza Drive (760) 945-7840

BURGERS

THE MANDARIN 1058 Mission Avenue (760) 439-0288

SUCCULENT CAFE 322 North Cleveland Street (760) 717-9612

SUNSHINE DELI 224 North Coast Highway (760)231-5481

COFFEE/TEA

TAPIOCA EXPRESS 2611 Vista Way (760) 722-8279

Z-MARKET 3200 Mission Avenue (760) 967-2184

REVOLUTION ROASTERS 1836 South Coast Hwy (760) 529-9736

GASTROPUB

ANGELO’S BURGERS 621 North Coast Highway (760) 757-5161 ANGELO’S BURGERS 1050 South Coast Highway (760) 757-4064 ANGELO’S BURGERS 2035 South Coast Highway (760) 757-4064 THE HABIT BURGER STORE 1906 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 757-1355 PAUL’S PLACE 3671 Mission Avenue (760) 721-0124

BANANA DANG (PG.57) 115 South Coast Highway (760) 846-0162 bananadang.com BLACK ROCK COFFEE BAR 1918 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 722-7133

BUBBLE TEA 318 Pier View Way (760) 967-0088 CAPTAIN’S GROUNDS COFFEE 1832 South Coast Highway

RUBY’S DINER 1 Oceanside Pier (760) 433-7829

THE CUP 206 Wisconsin Avenue (760) 231-9817

SMASHBURGER 3460 Marron Road (760) 729-1686

HIT THE SPOT COFFEE 624 South Coast Highway (760) 433-3004

TY’S BURGER HOUSE 515 Mission Street (760) 757-5890

JB JUICE & COFFEE 4635 Frazee Road (760) 529-0807

CHINESE

JITTERS COFFEE PUB 510 North Coast Highway (760) 967-7886

CHIN’S SZECHWAN CUISINE 4140 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 631-4808 CHINA STAR SUPER BUFFET 1401 Mission Avenue (760) 435-9001 CHU’S QUIK WOK 815 College Boulevard (760) 726-7771

DELI/SANDWICHES

BROWN CUP 401 North Coast Highway (760) 231-7968

PIT STOP DINER 3825 Mission Avenue (760) 901-4299

PICK UP STIX 125 Old Grove Road (760) 967-4081

NAUTICAL BEAN COFFEE CO. 240 Harbor Drive South (760) 722-4851

QUIK WOK 2184 Vista Way (760) 439-2228

PIER VIEW COFFEE COMPANY 300 Pier View Way (760) 966-1150 RAIN OR SHINE COFFEE CO. 1602 South Coast Highway (442) 500-9570

608 (PG.63) 608 Mission Avenue (760) 291-1040 608oceanside.com

BEACH HUT DELI 280 Mission Ave (760) 529-9767

FLYING PIG PUB & KITCHEN 626 South Tremont Street (760) 453-2940

THE CHEESESTEAK GRILL (PG.10) 1771 South Oceanside Boulevard (760) 529-0077 thecheesesteakgrill.com

LOCAL TAP HOUSE (PG.7) 308 South Coast Hwy (760) 547-1469 localtaphouse.com

CREAM OF THE CROP (PG.57) 2009 South Coast Highway (760) 433-2757 creamofthecropnatural.com

MASTERS KITCHEN AND COCKTAIL 208 South Coast Highway (760) 231-6278

FIREHOUSE SUBS 2619-B1 Vista Way (760) 721-4321

URGE GASTROPUB & WHISKEY BANK (PG.34) 2002 South Coast Highway (760) 429-7424 urgegastropub.com

HARBOR PELICAN 1380 North Pacific Street (760) 722-5853

GERMAN IRINA’S BAR & GRILL 3375 Mission Avenue (760) 433-5086 HAWAIIAN

I LOVE BAGELS CAFE 3910 Vista Way (760) 945-3838

THE LOOSE LEAF (PG.17) 408 Mission Avenue (760) 231-8338 looseleafblends.com

GREAT WOK OF CHINA 4635 Frazee Road (760) 439-8939

101 BAGELS & SUBS 323 North Coast Highway (760) 421-6555

GANDOLFO’S NEW YORK DELICATESSEN 3617 Ocean Ranch Boulevard (760) 435-0006

KONA HUT 1940 South Freeman Street (760) 757-7873

MAUI WOWI HAWAIIAN COFFEES & SMOOTHIES 409 Mission Avenue (760) 721-2090

101 PROOF 2002 South Coast Highway

I LOVE BAGELS CAFE 4101 Avenida Del Oro (760) 216-6611 JERSEY MIKE’S SUBS 4111 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 295-3339

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L&L HAWAIIAN BARBECUE 4225 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 726-0888 MAUI HAWAIIAN BBQ 2455 Vista Way (760) 722-8383 OHANA HAWAIIAN BBQ 459 College Boulevard (760) 630-6800

PORT OF SUBS 510 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 439-3354

ICE CREAM/ FROZEN YOGURT

RED & WHITE MARKET 510 Vista Way (760) 433-5516

BASKIN ROBBINS 4201 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 631-1286 THEOSIDER.COM

BAR AND RESTAURANT GUIDE

ITALIAN/PIZZA

BASKIN ROBBINS 1112 South Coast Highway (760) 722-0654 COLDSTONE CREAMERY 4635 Frazee Road (760) 433-8658 COLDSTONE CREAMERY 514 Mission Avenue (760) 722-0880 FROYO LOVE 3480 Marron Road (760) 434-0701 FRUGOS YOGURT 3509 Cannon Road (760) 732-1000 J.R.’S HAWAIIAN SHAVED ICE 1943 South Coast Highway (760) 809-8304 GELATO ETC. 224 North Coast Highway (858) 761-4479 GUAVA LAVA FROZEN DESSERTS 3910 Vista Way (760) 842-7573 MENCHIE'S FROZEN YOGURT 2525C Vista Way (760) 730-5728 NANA AND POP’S SWEET SHOP 280 Harbor Drive (760 722-1723 OCEAN RAINBOW 3784 Mission Avenue (760) 435-0750 RED CUP FROZEN YOGURT 301 Mission Avenue (760) 637-2189 RED CUP FROZEN YOGURT 4259 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 842-8738 RICOS ANTOJITOS 3753 Mission Avenue (760) 231-7793 THEOSIDER.COM

BIG BOB’S BEST PIZZA 3617 Ocean Ranch Boulevard (760) 231-5050 BROOKLYN BOYZ PIZZA 2183 Vista Way (760) 757-4992 CARMINE’S 119 South Coast Highway (760) 966-6888 CUSIMANO’S PIZZERIA 3809 Plaza Drive (760) 414-1200 DOMINIC’S AT THE HARBOR RESTAURANT & PIZZERIA 268 Harbor Drive South (760) 754-1881

TONY PEPPERONI PIZZERIA 805 College Boulevard (760) 726-6400

SUSHI N JOY 2530 Vista Way (760) 721-1888

TWO BROTHERS FROM ITALY 4760 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 758-3638

SUMO HUT SUSHI BAR & GRILL 509 Mission Avenue (760) 453-7475

UPPER CRUST PIZZA 4196 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 630-9330

SUSHI4REEL 4750 Oceanside Boulevard Suite A-20 (760) 659-6784

VENETOS 608 North Coast Highway (760) 722-1228

TERI CAFÉ 2216 South El Camino Real (760) 722-8399

ZIGZAG PIZZA 333 North Myers Street (760) 433-1555

TERI CAFÉ II 3809 Plaza Drive (760) 945-8888

JAMAICAN

UMI JAPANESE GRILL & CAFÉ 401 Mission Avenue (760) 439-3566

ONE LOVE ISLAND CUISINE 4225 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 685-4618

FRATELLI’S 3915 Mission Avenue (760) 696-9007

JAPANESE/SUSHI

WARAII SUSHI 4225 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 630-3770

CAFÉ DE THAI & SUSHI 4196 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 945-5533

WICKED POKE 2401 Vista Way (760) 529-0774

GO GO JAPAN SUSHI 4121 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 630-1288

THE WHET NOODLE 1815 South Coast Hwy (760) 453-2738

HARNEY SUSHI (PG.35) 301 Mission Avenue (760) 967-1820 harneysushi.com

WRENCH & RODENT SEABASSTROPUB 1815 South Coast Highway (760) 271-0531

HON SUSHI 1733 South Coast Highway (760) 529-0255

WU LAN RAMEN TAP HOUSE 4645 Frazee Road Suite F (760) 453-7526

THE PRIVATEER COAL FIRE PIZZA 1706 Pacific Coast Highway (760) 453-2500

KAMPAI SUSHI 1906 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 757-1484

YUKIYA SUSHI 2415 Vista Way (760) 439-3283

ROMA’S PIZZA & GRILL 617 North Redondo Drive (760) 757-2003

KYOTO GIFT & FOOD 559 Greenbrier Drive (760) 757-5456

MEDITERRANEAN

ROSINA’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT 3613 Ocean Ranch Boulevard (760) 721-5000

LOVE BOAT SUSHI 125 Old Grove Road (760) 721-3737

ROUND TABLE PIZZA 3440 Marron Road (760) 434-5977

POKI POKI 3480 Marron Road (760) 295-9086

ANITA’S RESTAURANT 309 South Coast Highway (760) 722-6323

SANTINO’S PIZZA 401 Mission Avenue (760) 967-6300

RISING SUN SUSHI 272 South Harbor Drive (760) 277-0582

SHAKEY’S PIZZA PARLOR 4141 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 940-4243

SUNSHINE JAPANESE FOOD 224 North Coast Highway (760) 231-5481

ANITA’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT & CANTINA (PG.17) 2250 South El Camino Real (760) 757-7745 anitasrestaurant.com

KILLER PIZZA FROM MARS 3772 Mission Avenue (760) 722-6060 KNOCKOUT PIZZA (PG.51) 401 Mission Avenue (760) 722-8888 kopizza.com LA CASA PIZZA 209 North Tremont Street (760) 722-1949 MOUNTAIN MIKE’S PIZZA 455 College Boulevard (760) 295-3121

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MAAN’S MEDITERRANEAN GRILL 4259 Oceanside Boulevard Ste.107 (760) 726-2249 MEXICAN

CAFÉ ROSARITA 1816 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 722-6224

LOS TACOS 2183 Vista Way (760) 757-8226

CARLITO’S CHICKEN 158 Roymar Road (760) 433-3427

MARIETA’S 485 Vandegrift Boulevard (760) 967-1769

CEJA’S MEXICAN DINER & GRILL 4259 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 945-2199

MARISCOS ENSENADA 1405 South El Camino Real (760) 967-6024

COLIMA’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT MI ASADOR MEXICAN AND SEAFOOD RESTAURANT 404 Pier View Way 4750 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 439-4045 (760) 806-6684 COMPADRES CHICKEN MIRAMAR FISH TACOS 4225 B Oceanside Boulevard & BEER (760) 806-6867 41 Douglas Drive DAVINA’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT (760) 721-2147 3320 Mission Avenue PEDRO’S TACOS (760) 722-8017 656 Benet Road (760) 722-7221 DE KOTIJA’S TACO SHOP 3504 College Boulevard POLLOS MARIA (760) 758-0399 125 Old Grove Road (760) 435-9071 DIEGO’S MEXICAN FOOD 1030 South Coast Highway ROBERTO’S TACO SHOP #13 (760) 721-1985 518 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 757-2377 EL CHAPÍN 3753 Mission Avenue ROBERTO’S TACO SHOP (760) 842-7683 2983 Via Las Rosas (760) 433-5004 EL MUNDO DE MARISCOS 3110 San Luis Rey Road SAN LUIS REY BAKERY (760) 754-8922 & RESTAURANT 490 North El Camino Real FIESTA MEXICANA (760) 433-7242 3784 Mission Avenue (760) 757-9872 TONY’S FRESH MEXICAN FOOD 2983 Via Las Rosas GOURMET TAMALES (760) 433-5004 3616 Ocean Ranch Boulevard (760) 439-3343 VALERIE’S TACO SHOP 3617 Ocean Ranch Boulevard JOHNNY MANANA’S (760) 712-1296 308 Mission Avenue (760) 721-9999 VERAS TAMALE EXPRESS 3753 Mission Avenue Suite 115 KING BURRITO (760) 213-4972 3490 Marron Road (760) 720-9747 PERUVIAN LA FUENTE DE MARISCOS PANCA PERUVIAN 2936 Oceanside Boulevard CUISINE & ROTISSERIE (PG.17) (760) 529-0150 1902 South Coast Highway (760) 722-3396 LA PERLA TAPATIA PancaPeruviancuisine.com 625 North Redondo Drive (760) 722-2877 SEAFOOD LA PERLA TAPATIA 333 PACIFIC 1910 Mission Avenue 333 North Pacific Street (760) 721-8486 (760) 433-3333

HARBOR FISH & CHIPS (PG.57) 276 Harbor Drive South (760) 722-4977 harborfishandchips.net.com HELLO BETTY FISH HOUSE 211 Mission Avenue (760) 722-1008 JOE’S CRAB SHACK 314 Harbor Drive (760) 722-1345

SAVORY THAI 3829 Plaza Drive (760) 806-9606 THAI GARDEN 4750 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 940-1009 THAI TABLE 1910 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 721-4850 VIETNAMESE

JOLLY ROGER 1900 Harbor Drive North (760) 722-183 LIGHTHOUSE OYSTER (PG.9) BAR & GRILL 262 Harbor Drive South (760) 433-1900 lighthouseoceanside.com MARISCO’S ENSENADA 1405 South El Camino Real (760) 967-6024 OCEANSIDE BROILER 1325 North Harbor Drive (760) 722-3474 TIN FISH OCEANSIDE 302 North The Strand (760) 966-0007 STEAKHOUSES 333 PACIFIC 333 North Pacific Street (760) 433-3333

I LOVE PHO 3809 Plaza Drive (760) 630-8889 MR. PHO 4750 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 940-1306 ND BANH MI 4160 Oceanside Boulevard Ste. 169 (760) 726-4650 PHO HOUSE 3753 Mission Avenue (760) 754-9999 PHO KITCHEN 4121 Oceanside Boulevard #203 (760) 295-5445 PHO OCEANSIDE 518 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 754-2828 YUMMY PHO 4225 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 631-1800

HUNTER STEAK HOUSE 1221 Vista Way (760) 433-2633

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BEACH HOUSE WINERY 1534 Sleeping Indian Road (760) 732-3236

CAFÉ DE THAI & SUSHI 4196 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 945-5533 OCEAN THAI 2455 Vista Way (760) 722-9779 OCEAN THAI 3846 Mission Avenue #A3 (760) 967-9901 RIM TALAY 508 Mission Avenue (760) 435-2007

GOLDEN COAST MEAD 4093 Oceanside Boulevard Ste G. (760) 630-4468 MATTUCCI WINERY 3830 Oceanic Drive, Suite 407 (760) 305-8435 THE PRIVATEER MARKETPLACE & WINE BAR (PG.53) 1704 South Coast Highway (760) 453-2254 privateer-marketplace.com

SABAI SABAI THAI KITCHEN 1906 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 529-5597

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