Lexus Dominates with the All New 2013 GS
February, 2012 - Issue #88 
Lexus dominates the luxury car market with a reputation for quality and technical innovation. Owners revel in a service experience that would make Queen Elizabeth jealous. So what does a company that thumps its competition like the Green Bay Packers playing Hart High do next? They pile on with the all-new GS.
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Eat, Drink & Play
February, 2012 - Issue #88
From healthy resolutions to stylish Valentine's day festivities: Santa Clarita has so many fabulous ways to Eat, Drink & Play.
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Eat, Drink & Play
January, 2012 - Issue #87
This segment is filled with delicious holiday get-to-gethers, tasty treats and great deals that encourage you to Eat, Drink and Play in SCV!
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Foodie Finds for Everyone on your List
December, 2011 - Issue #86
photography by Mel Carll
Unique, affordable gifts for every palette...
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Eat, Drink & Play
December, 2011 - Issue #86
From all american treats to holiday fiestas made easy and more - There are so many reasons to Eat, Drink and Play this holiday season...
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Fine Craft Show CANCELLED
November, 2011 - Issue #85
Due to expected rain showers, the City of Santa Clarita has cancelled the Fine Craft Show scheduled for this weekend. The next show will be in June.
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A New Twist on a Favorite SCV Tradition
November, 2011 - Issue #85
Now open to the public from November 12 through November 23, this year’s Festival of Trees has new events, a new location and even more holiday cheer. A major fundraiser for the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley, Festival will raise more than essential operating funds - it will raise your spirit.
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Dining & Entertaining Guide 2011
November, 2011 - Issue #85
We’re a hungry group. Hungry for flavor. Hungry for value. Hungry for convenience. And, above all - hungry for the exceptional. That’s what this year’s Dining & Entertaining feature is all about. We’ve focused on “what the best of the best do best.” In these pages you’ll read about Santa Clarita’s best selection of wines - straight from the sommelier’s mouth. We’ll transport you to beautiful places, perfect for hosting incredible events. You’ll meet caterers and “taste” sample menus. And you won’t believe what we have for dessert.
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Get Out of Town!
October, 2011 - Issue #84
This year marks the 85th-anniversary of Hollywood’s famed El Capitan Theatre. Opened in 1926, it was part of the trio of themed entertainment palaces that graced Hollywood Boulevard, including the Chinese and Egyptian theaters.
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Eat, Drink & Play
October, 2011 - Issue #84
With everything from game night concessions to patio dining, wine lover delights, cupcakeries and not to miss events!
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Get Out of Town!
September, 2011 - Issue #83
“It looked really scary, but it was really cool!” proclaimed my 5-year-old daughter Brooke. After splashing around in LEGOLAND Water Park’s tamer attractions for awhile, she had summoned the courage to ride one of the larger slides. And then she was unstoppable.
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Carousel Ranch’s Heart of the West
September, 2011 - Issue #83
Tickets are still available for Carousel Ranch’s annual Heart of the West. This event puts the “fun” back in “fundraiser!” There’s something for everyone: gourmet Western eats; an exciting casino; dancing under the stars; shopping for every budget; the best in spirits; and, of course, the most touching horseback riding demonstration you will ever witness. Play a major role in the lives of children who experience healing and hope on the back of a horse.
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The New GS at a Glance
September, 2011 - Issue #83
Lexus will reveal the all-new GS 350 mid-size luxury sport sedan on Thursday, August 18 in conjunction with the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance.
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Eat, Drink & Play
September, 2011 - Issue #83
Shrimp Tacos, Mac & Cheese, Tequila Tastings and decadent sweets!
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Eat, Drink & Play
July, 2011 - Issue #81
Fresh & Healthy Summer Eats, Learning whats in your glass, Summer Concerts and Getting your Kids out of the House!
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Giddy Up!
August, 2011 - Issue #82
Throw on your favorite pair of boots and mosey over to the Agua Dulce Airport to support the children of Carousel Ranch! The evening hosts a fine dinner by Salt Creek Grille, one of the best auctions around, dancing under the stars by SOS Entertainment, fine spirits from Vincent Hill Station and a heartwarming demonstration by the children of Carousel Ranch. It’s the perfect setting to have a great evening and support a great cause.
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Eat, Drink & Play
June, 2011 - Issue #80
From Sangria and Live Music on the Patio to a frugal sweet treat in the comfort of your backyard - Santa Clarita is filled with so many great ways to Eat, Drink & Play!
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Get Out of Town!
June, 2011 - Issue #80
Standing in our room after dinner, I glanced down at my iPhone and saw the best message of the day: No service. April and I had just checked into The Alisal Guest Ranch and Resort outside Solvang looking for a distraction-free weekend of relaxation. And it was clear we were in the right place.
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Keyes Lexus of Valencia 13th-annual Jazz & Blues Concert Series
June, 2011 - Issue #80
Get ready for the sounds of live jazz and blues bands to once again fill Town Center Drive in Valencia! This is the13th year that the Keyes Lexus of Valencia Jazz & Blues Concert Series will feature regional, national and international entertainers in a quaint street party setting. Plus, attendees will enjoy activities for adults and children, too.
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“Thriller: A Flashback to the ‘80s”
June, 2011 - Issue #80
The Boys & Girls Club’s auction proceeds supply nearly 25 percent of the club’s annual operating funds. Your generosity and support help provide quality after-school care at the Boys & Girls Club of SCV, which serves more than 2,300 local young people at two full-service clubhouses. The club’s mission is to inspire and enable young people to become responsible, productive, healthy adults. Club programs emphasize education, character and healthy lifestyles. Do your part to support an integral component of our community by bidding, volunteering or donating today!
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Good Neighbor Pharmacy
June, 2011 - Issue #80
Good Neighbor Pharmacy (GNP) and the Institute for Community Pharmacy (ICP) are the proud sponsors of the ninth-annual GNP/ICP Scholarship Golf Classic at Robinson Ranch Golf Club on June 8.
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Eat, Drink &Play
June, 2011 - Issue #80
From the best in breakfast to wine pairings, food trucks and bocce ball - Santa Claritans have so many choices to Eat, Drink & Play.
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Get Out of Town!
June, 2011 - Issue #80
Hollywood stars don’t always age gracefully, but the Griffith Observatory is an exception. Perched on a promontory offering sweeping views of Los Angeles, from the snowcapped peaks of the San Gabriels in the east, to the shores of Santa Monica on the west, the iconic landmark celebrated its 75th anniversary last year. And it still shines.
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Eat, Drink & Play
May, 2011 - Issue #79
From Cinco de Mayo celebrations to Mother's Day Festivities and everything in between - it's obvious that Santa Clarita has so many delicious reasons to Eat, Drink & Play.
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Eat, Drink & Play
April, 2011 - Issue #78
Sweet and Savory ways for Santa Claritans to Eat, Drink & Play.
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Get Out of Town!
March, 2011 - Issue #77
Some people celebrate 40 with an “over the hill” party theme. Not my buddy Mike. He wanted to climb the hill, specifically 8,800-foot Half Dome in Yosemite. And take a dozen dudes with him. Yeah, it was an ambitious 40th-birthday plan, but that’s Mike.
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Eat, Drink & Play
March, 2011 - Issue #77
From fabulous new eateries to long time favorites, Santa Clarita has so many tasty reasons to Eat, Drink & Play!
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A Recipe for Success
March, 2011 - Issue #77
The click-clack of Manolo Blahniks announces the arrival of another “girl posse,” one of Sabor Cocina Mexicana’s most loyal demographics. The well-dressed women settle into a comfortable, yet finely-appointed booth and sip on Skinny Girl margaritas while enjoying a decadent appetizer of gossip and laughter.
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Eat, Drink & Play
February, 2011 - Issue #76
From Chicken Soup to Valentine Sweetness - Santa Clarita has so many ways to Eat, Drink & Play!
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Get Out of Town!
February, 2011 - Issue #76
Dude, I hate to break it to you, but Cupid is calling you out again. Yes, Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. But don’t panic. This year, you are all over him. Like red velvet on a box of chocolate. You might think he’s got your number, but read on, and you’ll be the man with the V-Day plan.
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Eat, Drink, Play & Give!
January, 2011 - Issue #75
Looking for a great way to ring in the New Year? Read on for fabulous
get-to-gethers, tasty treats and great deals!
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Eat, Drink and Play
December, 2010 - Issue #74
As the holidays approach, the list of great ways to Eat, Drink and Play in Santa Clarita keeps growing! From Thanksgiving through Christmas you will find so many fabulous ways to enjoy great food and fun with those you love!
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Two Festive Ways
December, 2010 - Issue #74
With Festival of Trees and the Holiday Home Tour, there are so many ways to help the community and get into the Holiday Spirit!
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MEET THE CHEF
November, 2010 - Issue #73
We asked four local chef's to share a few of their motivation, thier favorites and the secrets to thier success...
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Let’s Get Together!
November, 2010 - Issue #73
Inside SCV has found the perfect place for your holiday party, corporate event or special occasion!
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Eat, Drink and Play
October, 2010 - Issue #72
From Exotic Deliciousness to Savory and Sweet, Santa Clarita has so many reasons to Eat, Drink and Play!
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Great Grapes
October, 2010 - Issue #72
Find your New Favorite Bottle, Right Here in Santa Clarita
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Eat, Drink and Play
September, 2010 - Issue #71
Our "Show me the Money", Trivial Pursuit and "Get out of the House Already" Editions...
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Get Out of Town!
September, 2010 - Issue #71
Each summer my dad and I take my two older kids to the Eastern Sierra to go “fishing.” I use that term loosely because we have yet to catch a fish, and with each trip the fishing becomes less important.
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Eat, Drink and Play
August, 2010 - Issue #70
The Wedding, Event & Woman Scorned Edition
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All that Jazz
July, 2010 - Issue #69
Get ready for the sounds of live jazz and blues bands to once again fill Town Center Drive in Valencia. This will be the 12th year that the Keyes Lexus of Valencia Jazz & Blues series will feature regional, national and international entertainers in a quaint street party setting.
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Eat, Drink and Play
July, 2010 - Issue #69
Spicy, Sweet, Festive and Frugal - this month's edition of Eat, Drink and Play has something for everyone!
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Get Out of Town!
May, 2010 - Issue #67
The afternoon breeze rustled the palm trees overhead and carried the scent of the Pacific three blocks inland to where I sat at the corner of California and Santa Clara streets in Downtown Ventura.
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Eat, Drink and Play
May, 2010 - Issue #67
Although we SCVians rarely need a reason to Eat, Drink & Play - here are some great ways to bask in the sunshine, celebrate Dad and party till the sun goes down
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TOP Nosh
May, 2010 - Issue #67
According to decades of peer-tested scientific journal articles, the human tongue can distinguish four primary tastes: bitter, sour, salty and sweet. (The jury’s out on whether or not to include “savory” on the list.) Which leads us to one clear conclusion: Scientists are wrong. We’re confident that our tongues also have specific zones for all sorts of other things, particularly red wine, burgers, salsa and cream.
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Eat, Drink and Play
April, 2010 - Issue #66
Santa Clarita is home to many fabulous reasons to Eat, Drink and Play this April!
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Get Out of Town!
March, 2010 - Issue #65
There comes a time when a man needs to get away with his friends. Not a weekend in Vegas that involves missing teeth, forgotten weddings, stolen tigers, or naked Asian mobsters in the trunk of the car. Just a night out. Call it a man-date, if you will.
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Eat, Drink and Play
March, 2010 - Issue #65
From party time to St. Patrick's day, we have compiled a handful of fun and fabulous ways to Eat, Drink and Play in the Santa Clarita Valley this month!
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Get Out of Town!
February, 2010 - Issue #64
Let’s face it guys, Valentine’s Day can be one crazy-making holiday.
Stress, pressure, expectations. The quest to create the perfect romantic evening or get-away can lead you down the road to insanity.
Put away the straitjacket this year. I’m not a doctor, but trust me when I tell you how to avoid a psychotic Valentine’s Day: Commit yourself to The Sanitarium for a weekend.
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Eat, Drink and Play
February, 2010 - Issue #64
What's happening in the SCV for two of February's most notable dates! Superbowl Sunday is on February 7th and Valentine's Day on February 14th (That's a Sunday, too!)
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Eat, Drink, Play & Save
January, 2010 - Issue #63
You're going to Party like its 2009... so why not get your last-minute tips on all things Eat, Drink and Play.
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Rescues on the Runway
December, 2009 - Issue #62
Fashion Show gets Two Paws Up
Be a guardian angel to a lost or homeless pet while enjoying a fantastic evening of holiday shopping and fashions!
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Don't Miss It!
December, 2009 - Issue #62
photography by Ted Dayton
Good cheer and tidings of the season will abound on December 4 and 5 during Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital’s 29th Annual Holiday Home Tour.
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Eat, Drink & Play
December, 2009 - Issue #62
Who doesn't love this time of year? Gingerbread lattes, pumpkin everything (try the pancakes at Egg Plantation), desserts galore (Wolf Creek's peppermint chocolate cake will send you into a festive frenzy), and dare I say it, fruit cakes (Italia Panetteria's Pandoro ain't yo mamma's fruit cake). It's a sense-ual season and it warms even the coldest of holiday hearts. Lick your lips, mark your calendars and set aside time in your crazy schedule to indulge in these once-a-year yummies!
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Dining & Entertaining 2009
November, 2009 - Issue #61
The only guide you need for take out, dine in, pick up, wind down, party there, bring them here, do this and order that - from the perspective of an SCV native.
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Get Out of Town!
October, 2009 - Issue #60
Drew’s first fishing pole lasted about 10 minutes. We were drifting in a rented boat at the far end of Lake Sabrina. My dad had his line in the water, and I was taking turns casting for Laurel and Drew. Nobody was getting any bites, but it didn’t matter. The kids were excited to be on the water and using their new poles.
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Eat, Drink & Play
October, 2009 - Issue #60
From lunch breaks to football frenzies, there are so many fabulous ways to have fun this month in the SCV!
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Eat, Drink & Play
September, 2009 - Issue #59
Contrary to popular belief, lunch is the most important meal of the day, for without it we wouldn’t have brunch or linner! Oh, and there is no way you could endure an entire work day without that coveted break in your 9 to 5. Here are some of Santa Clarita’s best lunch deals - now you can re-energize for less!
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COC Chancellor Named Woman of Honor
September, 2009 - Issue #59
For 10 years, the Betty Ferguson Foundation has recognized inspirational females at the nonprofit’s annual Woman of Honor Dinner. This year’s honoree is College of the Canyons Chancellor Dr. Dianne Van Hook.
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Carousel Ranch’s Heart of the West
September, 2009 - Issue #59
Saturday, August 29, 5:30 p.m. at the Blomgren Family Estate on Sierra Highway Enjoy the children’s demonstration on horseback plus live and silent auction; dancing under the stars; Old Town casino gambling; the Vincent Hill Station Watering Hole; fun kid-operated rootbeer float stand and Country Mercantile Store.
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Carousel Ranch’s Heart of the West
August, 2009 - Issue #58
There’s so much to see and do at Heart of the West. The “cowboy casual” event raises much-needed funds for Carousel Ranch’s equestrian therapy program, which directly benefits children with mental and/or physical disabilities like autism, stroke and cerebral palsy. It’s a night of jubilant celebration, filled with smiling children and proud family members.
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Dining al Fresco
August, 2009 - Issue #58
Don’t waste family (or couple!) time in a sad “Leave it to Beaver” attempt to create a gourmet picnic spread. Affordable and way more delish than your smooshed PB&J will ever be, these favorite Santa Clarita’s foodie haunts can help you make a quick escape.
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Bridal Dining & Catering Guide
August, 2009 - Issue #58
An in-depth look at local eateries and their catering options for your special event.
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Get Out of Town!
July, 2009 - Issue #57
As I dip my paddle into the calm water off Catalina, I know the mainland is somewhere to my right. But thanks to the morning fog and haze out in the channel, I can’t see it. And that’s what makes Catalina the perfect get-away. Twenty-six miles of ocean ensure that everyday life is out of sight and out of mind.
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Eat Drink & Play
July, 2009 - Issue #57
Tired of sitting in front of the couch? Here is your guide to getting out of the house and soaking up the SCV social scene...from fabulous new eateries to Concert in the Park picnic ideas, it's all here!
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Fresh, Free, Fun
July, 2009 - Issue #57
For the 11th year, the fresh vibe of live Jazz and Blues bands will once again fill Town Center Drive in Valencia. Featuring regional, national and international entertainers in a quaint street party setting, the free festivities also include fun interactive activities for adults and children.
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Breezy Al Fresco Dining
June, 2009 - Issue #56
Dining in the elements can be a sensuous experience. With a little forward thinking, your meal under the sun or stars will be as relaxing as a warm summer’s breeze.
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Eat, Drink & Play
June, 2009 - Issue #56
Tired of sitting in front of the couch? Here is your guide to getting out of the house and soaking up the SCV social scene...from restaurants to frugal shopping and Father's Day fun, it's all here!
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Get Out of Town!
June, 2009 - Issue #56
I’m smitten with San Diego. But what’s not to love about our neighbors to the south? They’ve got a scenic waterfront, tons of great things for kids and adults to appreciate together, postcard weather and they’re producing our next generation of heroes.
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A Rose by Any Other Name...Would be Called "Friend"
June, 2009 - Issue #56
June is National Rose Month. For some, that means extra hours in the garden, cultivating richly-toned blooms. But for those of us without green thumbs, it may inspire a different sort of cultivation: friendships.
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“Lighting Our Future”
June, 2009 - Issue #56
When a child reaches his or her full potential and becomes a responsible, caring, productive adult, the entire community benefits.
That’s why the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley is so important. Each year, nearly 3,000 local kids are provided with engaging programs that reinforce good values and provide healthy avenues for personal growth and academic development.
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Eat, Drink & Play
May, 2009 - Issue #55
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Have you tried...
The Kona Crisp’s famous “Side Kicks?” Top off any meal with the Classic Big Island Kettle Fries made from Kennebec potatoes and sprinkled with sea salt or Sweet Potato Kettle Fries that are dusted with spiced sugar for a sweet kick;
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Tastebud Traveler
May, 2009 - Issue #55
Savor the World Over without Leaving Hasley Canyon
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Child & Family Center's Taste of the Town
May, 2009 - Issue #55
If the nicest restaurant you’ve been to in the last six months served ketchup in packets, it’s time for a change. And even if you know the joys of cloth napkins first hand, you’re still looking for a deal, right? Attention bargain shoppers: Trade your bland drive-thru fare this month for the finest House Specials from over 30 SCV eateries - all in one spot.
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Eat Drink & Play
April, 2009 - Issue #54
 Tired of sitting in front of the couch? Here is your guide to getting out of the house and soaking up the SCV social scene...from restaurants to fashion soirees to secret sales, it's all here!
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Eat, Drink & Play
March, 2009 - Issue #53
Make it a really “Happy Hour” Wally’s Grilled Shrimp is just one of the dishes from New Moon’s Happy Hour Menu to be enjoyed in their stylish cocktail lounge. New Moon’s food is a finely balanced fusion of traditional asian flavors all wrapped in an atmosphere of casual sophistication. Open 7 days. Zagat rated. Take out, dine in, catering, private heated patio dining.
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Eclectic Menu,Fresh Ingredients make Kona Crisp a Must-try
March, 2009 - Issue #53
In defiance of the looming recession and perhaps even conventional wisdom, The Kona Crisp opened its doors on July 5 of last year. Since then, the restaurant has found many fans in Santa Clarita by offering top-quality Hawaiian BBQ at affordable prices. A couple of friends and I stopped by on a Saturday afternoon to try The Kona Crisp for ourselves.
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Eat, Drink & Play
February, 2009 - Issue #52
New for the new year! In this feature we explore great ways to Eat, Drink & Play right here in town.
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Putting Heart into Art
February, 2009 - Issue #52
 Surely you have come across the “make your own mug” kit… You know - the $9.99 “craft” set that includes a plain white coffee mug and a few crummy permanent markers? We both know that your kids deserve better.
This Valentine’s Day, turn their greatest works of art into gifts that will actually be appreciated - for both style and substance. They’ll be worth their weight in sentimental value.
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Entertaining at Home
February, 2009 - Issue #52
photography by Ted Dayton
Plan a Girls-only Night of Decadence
Just because you might be partnerless (temporary or otherwise) this Valentine’s Day does not mean that you should skip out on the holiday festivities. Instead, join with other similarly-stationed gal pals and enjoy the best of what Valentine’s Day has to offer: chocolate, gifts and love.
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Palatable Passport
January, 2009 - Issue #51
 The economy might be bad, but these dishes are still RICH. Comfort yourself with grown up grilled cheese or chops and buy yourself a temporary reprieve.
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Entertaining at home
January, 2009 - Issue #51
Count Down to 2009 with the Kids: Make it a Family Affair
As 2009 stands in waiting for its debut, it leaves us living tyrannically at the mercy of time as we look toward welcoming a New Year, and settling celebratory plans for a memorable New Year’s Eve. An evening that typically demands considerable glitz and glamour, there is something refreshing about tossing extravagance aside and staying home in your pj’s while hosting a kid-friendly evening and listening to Dick Clark commemorate the significant moments of the transient year.
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Palatable Passport
December, 2008 - Issue #50
This is supposed to be the HAPPIEST TIME OF THE YEAR. But if you aren’t yet feeling oh so festive, perhaps you should try to change your mental state via a swift kick to the salivary glands. They can then tell their neighbors, your “smile” muscles, to get with the picture.
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HonoringTradition
December, 2008 - Issue #50
photography by Ted Dayton
The sweet aroma of freshly baked cinnamon buns, fragrant winter pine and the familiarity of family and friends evokes inviting memories of annual Christmas gatherings. Where novelty typically cores the quintessential hub of our hectic lives, there is something reassuring about the notion that some things are meant to last.
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Entertaining at Home
November, 2008 - Issue #49
Show your GRATITUDE for the year’s blessings by relaxing expectations and having a little fun. This year, anything goes.
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Kids Parties that Take the Cake
October, 2008 - Issue #48
When your home is too small or your to-do list too large, outsourcing your child’s birthday party to an off-site location can be your heaven-sent saving grace. Plus, the all-inclusive option is often less expensive, once you take décor, paper goods, food and more into consideration. The best part, though: no clean up! Here are some of our favorite options…
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In Pursuit of the Perfect Pour
October, 2008 - Issue #48
Six different reasons to RAISE YOUR GLASS and toast the fermented grape.
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