March- April 2023
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Bahama Mama
The Bahamas commands one of the world’s most popular cruise ports, but to know this paradise (including Paradise Island) is to visit at least a few of its roughly 700 islands and cays at a slower pace. Nassau, the country’s vibrant cultural core, offers an abundance of restaurants, nightlife, and shopping. Ask any local, however, and they’ll tell you that nothing exudes escapism more than the Family Islands—the settlements outside of New Providence. Some of the most alluring beaches and island-style nightlife can be found on Harbour Island, a celebrity playground and the former summer home of Lord Dunmore, an 18th century governor of the Bahamas. Meanwhile, the adjacent island of Eleuthera encourages exploration, with its 110 miles of quiet fishing villages, mystical blue holes, and unsullied turquoise coves. Here’s our guide to where to stay and what to do and drink for a spring break that is equal parts adventure, relaxation, and libation.
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Celebrate Spring
Through the sunshine and rain of the season, foster growth and imagination with these great toys, classes, and stories.
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POWER WOMEN 2023
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) […]
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Women of Pasadena: Jamie Haller
After two decades shaping Los Angeles’ laid-back look as a fashion designer for local brands EVER and NSF, Jamie Haller took advantage of the pandemic lockdown to pursue new creative passions. Whether it’s working on her eponymous shoe line or restoring historic homes, Haller discusses her unconventional workdays.
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On the Market: 3 Lida Lane, Pasadena
Many architecture aficionados believe good design is timeless. That philosophy rings true in the case of the evergreen appeal of midcentury architecture. In fact, the style has increased in popularity thanks to shows like Mad Men, whose set decorator Amy Wells regularly tapped into local resources like the Pasadena Antique Center for vintage furnishings.
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Quick Bites – April 2023
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Marina Pasadena (@marinapasadenaofficial) Marina on Cordova Street is the latest farm-fresh, wood-fired Italian spot from Nader Kaiser of Republik Coffee Lounge and Gustavo Landgrebe of Tasca Wine Bar. For a French-influenced neo-bistro, check out Bar Chelou on Molino Avenue by Douglas Rankin, former chef-owner […]
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Pasadena Showcase House
Entering its 75th year, the Pasadena Showcase House will take place from April 23 through May 21, allowing more than 30 designers to exhibit their work inside a dedicated space. Whether a powder room, primary bedroom, or expansive outdoor area, the collection of finished products is always a highlight of the season.
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TOP ATTORNEYS 2023
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 yourself in need of legal advice or representation. We […]
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Women of Pasadena: Nikki High
When avid reader and Pasadena resident Nikki High couldn’t find any local bookstores that prioritized Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) writers, she set out to do something about it. In February 2023, she opened Octavia’s Bookshelf (octaviasbookshelf.com), Pasadena’s first independent bookstore that exclusively highlights BIPOC authors, including the shop’s namesake, Pasadena native and […]
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Highly Charged and Brainwashed
The spirit of revolution unites two new exhibits in Los Angeles.
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Women of Pasadena: Theresa Armour
They say that “necessity is the mother of invention” and, lucky for Burke Williams Pasadena loyalists, that was case for Theresa Armour. After a successful career working for German television, Armour found herself housebound with three small babies, craving the relaxing indulgences she had experienced while traveling. With her husband, Bill, Armour opened the first […]
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OTM Local
Check out three stunning, Pasadena/L.A. area luxury properties we think are worth a look.
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A Home for the Makers
We first profiled Pasadena woman Catherine Welch in our May/June 2021 “Real Estate Expert” column. Now, she’s launched a new venture: a neighborhood market that offers a mix of farm-fresh produce and small-batch favorites.
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Shop Small
Tac-Tile Mountain, Pasadena’s new gift and lifestyle shop, offers a curated selection of beautifully made, functional objects to elevate everyday life.
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Tents Are Trending
The warm, dry climate of Utah’s red deserts and its five National Parks make the state a mecca for camping and adventurous travelers.
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Women of Pasadena: Daisy Jing
How has your career deviated from your childhood aspirations? Growing up as a first-generation Chinese immigrant, the acceptable career choices were doctor, engineer, or accountant. I thought I was going to be a dentist or dermatologist. I am very blessed that we’re going to celebrate our 10-year anniversary. What challenges do you face as a […]
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Leading the Charge
The Majors How leading car manufacturers are going greener. All-electric vehicle design and engineering is shifting into high gear. Not surprisingly, the movement is championed by dedicated electric brands such as Tesla, Rivian, and Lucid Motors; however, the world’s major car manufacturers are also pushing forward the trend in sizeable ways. Beginning in 2025, all-new […]
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Back to the Future
Local fashion designer and historic-home restorer Jamie Haller reimagines a Craftsman immortalized in the 1985 Michael J. Fox film—for a modern family.
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Women of Pasadena: Danielle Evans
Growing up in South Pasadena, Danielle Evans spent her high school summers working at 21 Choices and the Gap on Colorado. After graduating from Harvard-Westlake, she attended Stanford University, where she majored in communications. She then worked as a buyer at Robinsons-May and later earned a business degree at USC. Now an Account Manager at Nestlé, she works from home in La Cañada Flintridge, where she lives with her husband, Ben, and twin 4-year-olds.
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Baja Bountiful
Todos Santos cements itself as Mexico’s most eclectic pueblo magico.
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Insta Shop
You no longer have to DM him to find out where he got it. Interior designer Ryan Saghian has launched a curated e-commerce boutique with all of his favorite finds.
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Women of Pasadena: Kate Sachs
Being a mom can be a thankless job—the hours are long, the pay is nonexistent, and the clients are demanding to say the least. Yet, it comes with rewards. Kate Sachs, a stay-at-home mom of three, chose to pause her career in public relations in order to focus on raising her family in Altadena. Sachs regularly utilizes her skills from past jobs in human resources and public relations while raising her 12-year-old twin boys and 6-year-old daughter, as well as through volunteering.
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OTM Vacation Homes
Waldorf Astoria Residences Guanacaste, Costa Rica DESTINATION: Nestled in the heart of Guanacaste Province, on the cliffside peninsula of Cacique, the 190-room Waldorf Astoria Guanacaste hotel and residences are underway with a slated delivery date of early 2025. Guanacaste Province is home to one of the world’s only Blue Zones, where residents live longer, healthier […]
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What We Don’t Talk About
The delicate intersection of what we believe and how our kids are thinking.
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The Year of the Orchid
The orchid was chosen by the floral industry as 2023’s flower of the year. Now is the perfect opportunity to explore these beauties and see if we can demystify some of the challenges to successfully growing them at home.
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Soul Food
An amazing landscape, expansive vegetable gardens, and stunning new spa and wellness center make Rancho Pescadero Mexico’s most compelling new health destination.
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Powder Player
Attention skiers and snowboarders: Plan now and get the most out of next year’s ski season with the Ikon Pass.
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Quick Bites May/June 2023
Where to eat now…
