March-April 2022
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Judson Studios is Leaving Their Mark
Judson Studios is redefining the art of stained glass.
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The Humble Potato Goes Gourmet
From high-end potato chips for bar snacks to elevated baked potatoes, refined spuds are showing up in tacos, fritters, pizza, and dumplings.
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The Push-Pull Effect
Navigating the colorful ebb and flow of building relationships with our children.
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The Best of Pasadena in March and April 2022
Live Well Found along shelves at Anthropologie, J.Crew, Madewell, Neiman Marcus, and Ojai Valley Inn, Bodewell Living’s fragrant candles are inspired by L.A.-based founder Effie Tanji’s memories—from her childhood in rural Pennsylvania to summers in Greece. Rooted in an eco-conscious and philanthropic ethos, the candles are made with all-natural soy wax, lead-free cotton wicks, and […]
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On the Market: Local Properties Worth a Look
5243 Stratford Road, Los Angeles BUILT: 1921 LOT: 6,252 square feet INTERIOR: 2,030 square feet BEDS/BATHS: 4/3 AMENITIES: A foyer with arch details and built-in bench welcomes a seamless outdoor-to-indoor connection. The kitchen is equipped with skylights, custom-designed cabinetry, oval marble island, marble stonework, top-of-the line Fisher & Paykel appliances, and a Bertazzoni range. WHAT […]
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Clean Living: The Best Products for Eco-Friendly Car Care
Eco-friendly car care products.
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Women of Pasadena: Designing Women
A Pasadena-based architectural photographer connects with three of the city’s leading interior designers, who also happen to be clients and friends.
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Take Off to Orlando Where There’s Something for Everyone
It’s chic, it’s easy—and it’s so much fun. The Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World might just be the perfect spring break for your entire family.
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Chanel Beauty’s New Chapter
Coco’s favorite flower might suddenly be wooing you as well.
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Head to Scottsdale or Sedona for Your Next Desert Fix
More than just the land of endless golf courses and spa resorts, Arizona will surprise you with its unique range of outdoor activities and mystical charm.
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Women of Pasadena: The Business of Food
A fixture in the San Marino community, Linda Grace owns and operates the beloved San Marino Café & Marketplace while giving tirelessly to local charities. A newcomer to the area, Susan Sarich is the founder of popular SoCal bakery staple SusieCakes, which just opened its 24th location, here in Pasadena. These dynamic women discuss the trying times of the pandemic, running a woman-owned business, balance, silver linings, and where to have a little fun in Pasadena.
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Consider This
Meet a new company that’s cracked the egg carton.
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The Best Places to Eat in and Around Pasadena
With so many recent restaurant openings across the city, here is a guide to concepts, dishes, and drinks worth the drive to Santa Monica.
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Build the Best Relationships With These Fun Tools
New and local things to try together.
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The Giving of Trees
Lasting for decades and rooted in memories, trees don’t just give us oxygen—they also ignite an emotional connection.
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On the Market Vacation Homes
Four Seasons Marina Village Residence 02-34, Costa Palmas, Mexico DESTINATION: Costa Palmas is a 1,000-acre beachfront resort community on the East Cape of the Baja Peninsula. Situated along a two-mile stretch of swimmable beach, the community is home to a Robert Trent Jones II, 18-hole golf course, 18 acres of orchards and farms, and its own private […]
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Reeling It In: Pasadena’s Guide to Seafood
Where to find the best new sustainable seafood dishes—from fish stews to paella and crudo.
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Head to Anguilla for a True Blue Island Adventure
Anguilla’s pristine beaches, laid-back charm, and compelling culinary scene are easier than ever to access.
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Health Round Up: April 2022
Sleep Deep Desperate for some quality shut-eye? Dubbed the “most advanced sleep mask on the planet,” the Manta Sleep Mask PRO will have you sleeping soundly through the night. Engineered with side sleepers in mind, the grippy, anti-slip gel keeps the mask in place while C-shaped eye cups effectively block 100% of light, ensuring zero […]
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Charging Ahead
All-electric SUVs are coming on strong, and their presence is reshaping the automotive landscape. Here are three that are worthy of your attention.
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Women of Pasadena: Nadia Chung and Loretta Whitesides
In light of the 2022 Tournament of Roses Parade theme—“Dream. Believe. Achieve.”—you could imagine a conversation between a future astronaut and a Rose Queen veering toward the superlative. But when Loretta Hidalgo Whitesides, author of The New Right Stuff: Using Space to Bring Out the Best in You and founder of SpaceKind, and La Cañada […]
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Pasadena Magazine’s Guide to Santa Barbara Dining
Santa Barbara was recognized in the recent Michelin Guide, with 13 restaurants given nods—but here are a few other spots you shouldn’t overlook when planning a culinary getaway.
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Last Look: Pasadena Showcase House of Design
Pasadena Showcase House of Design returns to South Pasadena for the first time in over 40 years.
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Hemp Is Here
CBD has been utilized in just about everything from cosmetics to cocktails, but hemp leaf could be the new sustainable way to get your greens.
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Women of Pasadena: Content Creators
When artists find their audience within a local community, culture comes alive. Just ask Martine Bury and Julia Rodriguez, local content creators who are witnessing a transformation of the art world and see a duty to open doors for more women of color.
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The Local Label That’s Been Dressing the Stars
Rodarte’s fashionable ties to Pasadena.
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Bungalow A, Driftwood Golf and Ranch Club, Driftwood, Texas
Design team: Discovery Land Company Square feet: 3,835 Lot size: .15 acres Beds/Baths: 4/4 (plus 2 powder rooms) Most striking design detail: The home’s natural wood exterior grants a contemporary take on ranch-style homes, while the outdoor spaces feature private patios with outdoor fireplaces and serene views of the landscape. Inquiries: $4 million; driftwoodgolfclub.com Launched […]
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Quick Bites In and Around Pasadena
It’s a reopening renaissance. Old favorites have returned with new concepts, while others make big bold moves for expansion and people are in the mood to dine out and mingle.
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PASADENA TOP ATTORNEYS 2022
Few decisions are as fraught as legal decisions and good advice is vital if we are to make good decisions when the law is involved. That’s why choosing a lawyer can be so daunting. With our Annual TOP ATTORNEYS Guide we hope to help you out, and make that decision easier if you should find […]
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PASADENA POWER WOMEN 2022
For our annual Women of Pasadena feature, we linked up some of our favorite local women who are tied to the community by either residence or profession—and definitely spirit. We’re always happy to connect leaders in the community on our pages, and this year’s feature proved to be especially powerful, proving that two (or three) […]
