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They shine. You picked. We
honor. To celebrate the finest
our community has to offer,
Southbay magazine asked
our readers and followers to
select their favorites from
more than 40 categories
and nearly 200 nominees in
all. Now after a staggering
17,000 votes cast via the Our
South Bay Facebook page,
we’ve tallied the results.
Drumroll please ...
… the winners.
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A
B
B IS FOR BOOZE
Best Beer Selection
A IS FOR
ADVENTURE
Best Outdoor Activity
Hiking in Palos Verdes
Peninsula Land Conservancy
Simmzy’s
The Simmzy brothers, as they
say, “go way back, so they
know each other well,” and
the number one passion they
share is drinking and eating
(in that order). Chris, or Big
Simmzy, has the difficult task
of personally sampling all
the craft beers that make the
coveted chalkboard. With 24
rotating taps, many hard-tofind and a few “off the handle”
specials, the only empty mugs
are behind the bar.
229 Manhattan Beach Boulevard in Manhattan Beach.
310-546-1201, simmzys.com
Finalists
ÌÌHot’s Kitchen
ÌÌHudson House
ÌÌManhattan Beach
Brewing Co.
ÌÌNaja’s Place
Best Wine List
PV Hiking Trail
Since 1988, the PVPLC has
successfully preserved and/
or restored 1,600 acres of
open space on the Peninsula,
much of which is accessible
to the public via guided
nature walks by volunteers,
naturalists and geologists. Put
on some comfortable shoes
and SPF and see firsthand
the birds, wildlife and plants
that inhabit this stretch of our
beautiful South Bay.
M.B. Post
The recently opened eatery
by Chef David LeFevre scores
1142 Manhattan Avenue in
Manhattan Beach. 310-5455405, eatmbpost.com
Rock‘N Fish
Finalists
ÌÌThe Bottle Inn
ÌÌFonz’s Restaurant
ÌÌFriends of the Vine
ÌÌShade Hotel
ÌÌTalia’s Restaurant
Best Happy Hour
Mucho Ultima Mexicana
At 5 p.m. the bar and lounge
of this popular Mexican
restaurant overflows with the
post-work crowd. Must be
Cinco de Mucho and that $6
happy hour menu. Translation? Hot corn taquitos, yucca
fries, carnitas sliders, handhacked guacamole and signature blood orange margaritas.
Salud!
ÌÌHennessy’s Tavern,
Hermosa Beach
ÌÌKincaid’s Fish Chop
and Steakhouse
ÌÌMangiamo Ristorante
& Bar
ÌÌNelson’s at Terranea
Best Classic Cocktail
The Navy Grog at Rock‘N Fish
Gold rum and fresh tropical
juices topped with a layer of
sweet Hawaiian dark rum.
Summer in a glass.
120 Manhattan Beach Boulevard in Manhattan Beach. 310379-9900, rocknfishmb.com
Finalists
ÌÌCadillac Margarita at
Riviera Mexican Grill
ÌÌFire Chief at Old Tony’s
ÌÌQ-cumber & Tonic at
Shade Hotel
Ercoles Bar
903 Manhattan Avenue in
Manhattan Beach. 310-3744422, muchomb.com
Ercoles Bar
A pool table, better-thangood bar food, a great local
crowd and drinks that keep
flowing and flowing … what
else could you ask for in a
dive bar? Thanks for keeping
it real, Ercoles.
1101 Manhattan Avenue
in Manhattan Beach. 310372-1997
Finalists
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Finalists
Best Dive Bar
For a current schedule, visit
pvplc.org.
ÌÌCowboy Boot Camp
ÌÌHang Gliding with Windsports off Dockweiler
ÌÌPaddle Boarding with
South Bay Paddlesurf
ÌÌWhale Watching with
Voyager Excursions
out the gate with this early
win for the corked stuff. Kudos to general manager and
wine director Jerry Arbus for
curating a list that includes
such fine offering as SaxonBrown sémillon and Parusso
nebbiolo, available by the
3-ounce or 6-ounce portion.
Not bad for the new kid on
the block.
Finalists
M.B. Post
ÌÌThe Bull Pen
ÌÌThe Mermaid
ÌÌNaja’s Place
ÌÌNorth End Bar & Grill
C
C IS FOR CUTS
Best Hair Salon
HUSH HUSH HAIR SALON
Ready to rock a new look? Add this Manhattan
Beach beauty stop to your iPhone favorites. Chic,
city and contemporary, with a roster of comely
stylists to match, every day is a good hair day.
1020 Manhattan Avenue in Manhattan Beach.
310-372-2600, hushhushhairsalon.com
Finalists
ÌÌAqua Salon
ÌÌBob Roy Salon
ÌÌKasai Hair
ÌÌLush Sculpting Lounge
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B E ST O F
Best for Breakfast
Uncle Bill’s Pancake House
A South Bay tradition for 50 years, Uncle
Bill McElroy first started serving breakfast
in the converted 1908 house back in 1961.
The Van Amburgh family took the reigns
nearly 40 years ago and continues to
please the morning crowd with omelettes,
waffles and 10 varieties of pancakes.
1305 Highland Avenue in Manhattan
Beach. 310-545-5177, unclebills.net
Finalists
ÌÌEat at Joe’s
ÌÌGood Stuff
ÌÌMartha’s 22nd Street Grill
ÌÌPolly’s on the Pier
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D
d IS
is FOR
for DANCE
dance
D
Best Dance Studio
Beach Cities Dance
Two left feet? No problem.
Owner and instructor Anna
Rubin created a “processbased over product-oriented” space for beginner to
advanced dancers to find
passion in performance and
movement. From ballet to
ballroom, a talented faculty
welcomes toddlers, adults
and all ages in between to
join their family. Get inspired.
2010 N. Sepulveda Boulevard
in Manhattan Beach. 310796-0706,
beachcitiesdancemb.com
Beach Cities Dance
Beach Cities Dance
of Lobster Dynamite. Number
one seller? Crispy Spicy Tuna,
deeply fried rice topped with
avocado and sliced jalapeno
pepper. Perfect washed down
with a cold Asahi beer.
302 Rosecrans Avenue in
Manhattan Beach. 310-5463761, katsu-sushi.com
Finalists
ÌÌO-sho Sushi
ÌÌPenny Lane
ÌÌSashi Sushi + Sake Lounge
ÌÌSun & Moon Café
Best Burrito Joint
Brother’s Burritos
The unassuming storefront
just south of the pier in Hermosa draws a loyal customer
base for everything from
breakfast bowls to quesadillas. But the build-your-own
burritos are the true stars at
this family-owned business.
Chances are you’ll see our
founder and chairman Todd
Klawin sitting at the counter.
He’s a regular.
24 11th Street in Hermosa
Beach. 310-372-0707,
brothersburritos.com
Finalists
Finalists
ÌÌCenter Stage Dance
Academy
ÌÌFusion Studio
ÌÌRedondo Beach School of
Music and Dance
ÌÌYou Can Dance Studio
E
e is for eats
E IS FOR EATS
Best Neighborhood
Sushi Bar
Katsu!
Simple, fresh sushi at its traditional best. Purists love the
albacore and sweet shrimp;
the more adventurous love
the lobster and papaya fusion
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ÌÌEl Burrito
ÌÌEl Gringo
ÌÌLa Penita
ÌÌEl Tarasco
Best Birthday Cake
SusieCakes
Sure, the red velvet cupcake
is awesome, but we can’t
get over the super moist and
delicious multi-layered vanilla
cake covered in the signature Susie Blue buttercream
frosting. Add some colored
sprinkles, a scripted message
and a few candles and call it a
party on a plate.
3500 N. Sepulveda Boulevard
in Manhattan Beach. 310-3033780, susiecakesbakery.com
Finalists
ÌÌBeckers Bakery & Deli
ÌÌCake Bakeshop
mar’sel’s Chef Fiorelli
mar’sel’s Chef Fiorelli
ÌÌCupcakes Couture
ÌÌTorrance Bakery
shiitakes, or substitute grilled
chicken breast or tofu. Remember, happy.
229 Manhattan Beach Boulevard in Manhattan Beach.
310-546-1201, simmzys.com
Best Romantic
Rendezvous
mar’sel
Terranea Resort’s fine dining
venue already has a lot going
for it: a spacious, moonlit
patio, breathtaking ocean
views, intoxicating wines and
cocktails. Add to the mix Chef
Michael Fiorelli’s impeccable
“California with a twist” cuisine, and how could you not
fall madly in love?
Finalists
ÌÌThe Counter El Segundo
ÌÌHudson House
ÌÌOcean Bar
ÌÌUnion Cattle Company
100 Terranea Way in Rancho
Palos Verdes. 310-265-2836,
terranea.com/marsel
Finalists
ÌÌAimee’s Bistro
ÌÌCafé Pacific at Trump
ÌÌPetros Restaurant
ÌÌTalia’s Restaurant
Best Burger
Simmzy’s
“Best Beer” meets “Best
Burger” for the ultimate
happy meal. Chef partner
Anne Conness serves up the
original— Omaha natural
angus beef, Simmzy’s smoked
onions, melted cheddar, garlic
aioli, lettuce and tomato. Add
Hill’s applewood bacon, avocado and balsamic roasted
Simmzy’s
Simmzy’s
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Yacht Club
ÌÌThe Sea View Inn
ÌÌTerranea Resort
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H
F
H IS FOR HEM
F IS FOR FUR
Best Tailor
Best Pet Supply
Door To Door Valet Cleaners
Pet Foods Market
rooftop pool and a happening
lobby bar scene. Stay tuned
for Shade 2.0 in Kings Harbor
Redondo Beach.
Owned and operated by
the Veera Family for more
than 20 years, the certified
environmental cleaners also
scores high in the alterations
department. With six locations throughout the South
Bay, getting that suit or dress
fitted to perfection should be
a snap.
Best Dog Park
1221 N. Valley Drive in Manhattan Beach. 310-546-4995,
shadehotel.com
519 Pier Avenue in Hermosa Beach. 310-376-8383,
doortodoorcleaners.com
Redondo Dog Park on 190th
Street and Flagler Lane
Finalists
Finalists
Redondo Dog Park
Finalists
ÌÌBubbles Pet Spa
ÌÌDunkin Doggies Day Spa
ÌÌTidy Dog
Pet Foods Market
With 12 years experience in
the industry, this purveyor
of pet products enjoyed so
much success, they opened a
second outlet in Palos Verdes.
You’ll find all your pet’s nutrition needs, including healthy
raw food and dehydrated
diets. Be sure to say hello to
Pasha, the store’s resident
feline.
1816 N. Sepulveda Boulevard
in Manhattan Beach and
716 Yarmouth Road in Palos
Verdes Estates. 310-5468090, petfoodsmarket.com
Finalists
ÌÌCentinela Feed & Pet
ÌÌShi Shi Pet Boutique
Best Pet Groomer
Paws A While
You’ll be “blown away” by
trimming, primping and
drying skills at this cleverly
named salon for the fourlegged set. Owner Connie
Killen’s love for dogs and
cats shows in her staff’s care
and attention to your furry
friend’s grooming needs. Two
paws up.
1145 N. Sepulveda Boulevard
in Manhattan Beach. 310318-3996
Located at the north end of
Dominguez Park, the turfed,
fenced-in, three-acre zone is
more than a dog run … it’s a
daily event. Off leash and off
the hook, there’s plenty of
room to roam and socialize
while owners kick back and
observe. This spot is so beloved, there’s even a “friends
of” non-profit supported
by generous donors. That’s
something to bark about.
ÌÌBeach House Hotel
ÌÌPortofino Hotel &
I
Finalists
ÌÌLive Oak Park Dog Run
ÌÌOcean Trails Dog Beach
G
G IS FOR GUESTS
Best Accommodations
for Out-of-Towners
Shade Hotel
A short walk to The Strand,
this stylish and modern
luxury escape not only offers
great digs, but also a breezy
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ÌÌCoco’s Alterations
ÌÌMattucci Tailors
I IS FOR INK
Best Independent Bookstore
Pages: A Bookstore
With mega retailers like Borders and Barnes & Noble
downsizing in the era of the Kindle, it’s refreshing to
see a charming bookseller like Pages holding their
own. Created by three local “bibliophiles,” the store
packs the shelves with smart fiction, riveting nonfiction and an extensive children’s collection. The end.
904 Manhattan Avenue in Manhattan Beach. 310-3180900, pagesabookstore.com
Finalists
Shade Hotel
ÌÌDave’s Olde Book Shop
ÌÌPoppie’s Bookstore
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J IS FOR JAVA
Best Cup of Joe
Java Man
The oldest coffee house in
Hermosa, this Pier Avenue
hot spot has no problem
helping locals with their daily
caffeine fix. The ‘20s bungalow makes for a cozy venue
BEST OF  2011
Marie and crew to lead their
employees in group exercises
designed around cooking.
When has team-building ever
been so delicious?
443 S. Pacific Coast Hwy #A
in Redondo Beach. 310-3183464, simple-gourmet.com
Finalists
ÌÌJunior Lifeguards
ÌÌMark Fitchett’s Guitar
School
ÌÌTequila University at
Ortega 120
L
L IS FOR LACQUER
Best Nail Salon
Mani Pedi Cutie
the bigger picture. Envisioned
by former model Ally Conley,
MPC hosts clients in a natural,
environmentally-conscious
setting and uses only nontoxic beauty supplies. In the
customer satisfaction department, they always nail it.
time and again. Got to work
off that SusieCake somehow.
Best Workout Trend
1834 N. Sepulveda Boulevard
in Manhattan Beach and 1718
S. Catalina Avenue in Redondo Beach. 310-744-1004,
rockitbodypilates.com
501 Pier Avenue in Hermosa
Beach. 310-376-9988,
manipedicutie.com
Finalists
Get addicted to the latest fitness craze to hit the South Bay
… and one that really works!
The Pilates-based circuit training classes are a unique twist
on traditional Pilates and can
achieve muscle definition much
faster than Pilates or weight
training alone. Check it out at
Best Personal Training winner
RockIt Body in Redondo and
Manhattan.
Finalists
ÌÌAngel Nail & Hair Design
ÌÌPerfection Nails
ÌÌPrincess Nails
M
M IS FOR MUSCLE
Best Personal Training
RockIt Body [Pilates]
Java Man
ideal for slow sips. The Java
Man’s motto: “Our coffee’s so
good we drink it ourselves.”
157 Pier Avenue in Hermosa
Beach. 310-379-7209,
javamancoffeehouse.com
Mani Pedi Cutie
If Sally Bowles preferred
her nail polish green, the
visionaries behind this Pier
Avenue gem saw “green” in
Mix Pilates, cardio and
strength training, and you
have one of the most successful fitness studios to hit
the South Bay. But it’s the
people behind the equipment
who drive results. Judi Aronson’s team of SPX-certified
trainers helps clients get the
most out of their sessions
SPXPilates
ÌÌBar Method Palos Verdes
ÌÌThe Pilates Institute
ÌÌThe Yard
Best Gym
Spectrum Club
Let’s start with the facilities—
a staggering 105,000 square
feet in all. Add two pools,
two full court gymnasiums
for basketball and volleyball,
a kids’ club, café, free WiFi
and full-service spa and it’s
hard to beat Spectrum for
both quality and quantity of
amenities. Already a fan? Join
the club.
RockIt Body
Finalists
ÌÌBarre Physique
ÌÌBeach Boot Camp
ÌÌBikram Yoga
ÌÌCrossFit Southbay
N
2250 Park Place in El
Segundo. 310-643-6878,
spectrumclubs.com
Finalists
ÌÌEquinox Fitness
ÌÌRiviera Fitness
ÌÌThe Yard
N IS FOR NEST
Finalists
Best Home Décor
ÌÌCoffee Cartel
ÌÌKoffee Kart
ÌÌNeighborhood Grinds
Maison Luxe
K
Best Place to Be
a Student
Simple Gourmet
Cooking Class
Even if grilled cheese tops
your list of “can-do” recipes,
the culinary masters at Simple Gourmet hope to make
the art of preparing food a
fun, collaborative and rewarding task. Maybe that’s why
businesses all over LA hire
chefs Melanie Barsuk and Taji
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Simple Gourmet Cooking Class
MAISON PHOTO BY CORINNE COBABE
K IS FOR KNOWLEDGE
Recently departing her Manhattan Beach digs for a new storefront on renovated Pier Avenue,
Carrie Quinn and her crew
bring their brand of beach chic
to a fresh clientele. Not that
any of the store’s loyal customers will go elsewhere for their
stylish sofas, plush patterned
pillows or coral accents. They
need only explore Hermosa’s
sparkling new block to find all
their interior inspirations.
138 Pier Avenue in Hermosa
Beach. 310-546-5552,
maisonluxehome.com
Finalists
ÌÌDennee’s Distinctive
Furniture
ÌÌFowler & Moore Interiors
ÌÌFringe
ÌÌWaterleaf Interiors
Maison Luxe
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mosa Beach-made for more
than 25 years), skateboards,
wetsuits, casual apparel and
accessories—how could you
go wrong? You could buy him
another boring necktie.
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“Comparing our produce to
supermarket produce is like
comparing apples to oranges,”
says Grow owners Barry and
Kathy Fisher. The couple grew
up in farm country and proudly
bring a knowledge and love
for wholesome products to the
South Bay. Straight from the
farm to your grocery bag, try
the Buck navel oranges. You
won’t be disappointed.
Lulu’s
Oo la la. European undergarments abound at this seductive
boutique nestled in downtown
Manhattan Beach. Don’t be
fooled by the unassuming
storefront … inside you’ll find
enough silk and lace unmentionables to start a South Bay
heat wave. Your boudoir never
looked so good.
300 Manhattan Beach Boulevard in Manhattan Beach. 310798-4577, lulusmb.com
Finalists
1201 Highland Avenue in Manhattan Beach. 310-545-4432,
growingwild.net
Finalists
ÌÌLily Pad Floral Design
ÌÌMagical Blooms
ÌÌRolling Hills Flower Market
ÌÌThe Yellow Vase
Q
Q IS FOR QUIET
The Best Place to Get
Away From it All
The Spa at Terranea
Location. Location. Location.
Situated at the edge of the
property with the ocean a
massage stone’s throw away,
this tranquil sanctuary feels so
peaceful and removed, even the
seagulls keep the noise at bay.
Before or after treatment, surrender to the outdoor whirlpool
in the private patio or curl up
with tea and a magazine in the
treatment room. iPhone and
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Blackberry reception rather
weak … what a shame.
100 Terranea Way in Rancho
Palos Verdes. 310-265-2740,
terranea.com
ÌÌAvisha Lingerie
ÌÌFree People
ÌÌWink Room at Rolling Hills
Flower Mart
Best Shoe Selection
Finalists
ÌÌDel Cerro Park
ÌÌPalos Verdes Cove
ÌÌPalos Verdes Land
Conservancy
R
R IS FOR RETAIL
Best Place to Buy a Gift
for a Guy
Becker
Totally dude. Well, they have
stuff for the ladies too, but
South Bay guys dig the selection of choice merchandise.
Paddleboards, surfboards (Her-
Double Take
Specializing in one-of-a-kind
consignment and resale,
Andrea Plsek opened this
design dream boutique for
haute couture-starved South
Bay fashionistas. The shoes
take the cake, with such
names in supply as Jimmy
Choo and Donald Pliner.
Grab the perfect pair before
someone else does!
3216 Manhattan Avenue in
Hermosa Beach. 310-796-9034,
idoubletake.com
Finalists
ÌÌDavid’s Shoes
ÌÌElleni Couture
ÌÌPapillon Redondo Beach
WOMEN IN BUSINESS 2011
SOUTHBAY PROFILES
MEAGAN HAYNES
OWNER, HAYNES INTERIOR DESIGN

5605 Hawthorne Blvd in Rancho
Palos Verdes
 310-793-7073  [email protected]
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Finalists
VALARIE SARTINI, TREASURESINTERIORDESIGN.COM PHOTO BY REMY HAYNES
Sister act Lisa Hoven Gallien
and Lee Hoven Bakos bring
two decades experience to
their much-frequented, muchloved flower shop in downtown
Manhattan Beach. Fresh and
fragrant, their delightful designs
pop up everywhere from the
dining room centerpiece to
the bridal bouquet. Stop by
around the holidays when they
transform the store into a floral
winter wonderland.
Grow Manhattan Beach
GROW PHOTO BY AARON BUSH
Growing Wild
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Best Lingerie
1830 N. Sepulveda Boulevard
in Manhattan Beach. 310-5452904, growtps.com
Best Florist
B COMINMGN ISSUE
ÌÌManhattan Denim
ÌÌMorgan’s Jewelers
ÌÌMedawar Fine Jewelers
ÌÌWright’s
Grow Manhattan Beach
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Finalists
Best Fresh Produce
P IS FOR PETALS
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301 Pier Avenue in Hermosa Beach. 310-372-6419,
beckersurf.com
O IS FOR OFF
THE FARM
ÌÌManhattan Beach
Farmers Market
ÌÌRiviera Village
Farmers Market
ÌÌSprouts Farmers Market
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Best for Baby
Best Weekend Getaway
Bella Beach Kids
Even if the buyer gets way
more joy than the infant ever
will wearing the onesie, we
still can’t stop grabbing up
pint-sized fashions for the little
ones in our lives. Everything’s
too darn cute to resist! Luckily
owner Kris D’Errico packs the
store with it all, from boy and
girl apparel and accessories
to strollers, furniture and toys.
Why must they grow up so
fast?
227 Manhattan Beach Boulevard in Manhattan Beach. 310529-5645, bellabeachkids.com
Finalists
ÌÌBaby Wrights
ÌÌBloume Baby
ÌÌLollipop, A Children’s
Boutique
ÌÌPampered Tot
S
S IS FOR SURF
Best Surfing Gear
Spyder Surf
Local professional surfer
Dennis Jarvis opened his first
surf shop on PCH in 1983 and
continues to thrive off a friendly
atmosphere brought by the
enthusiastic workers and surferfriendly environment. Some
of the best riders in the world
compete or surf on a Spyder
board. They don’t just sell the
lifestyle; they live it.
2461 Pacific Coast Highway in
Hermosa Beach. 310-374-8276,
spydersurf.com
Finalists
ÌÌBecker
ÌÌDive N’ Surf
ÌÌET Surf
Palm Springs
T
Spyder Surf
T IS FOR TUNES
Best Live Music Venue
Saint Rocke
An intimate setting, a mix of
new talent and big-name acts,
and one kick-ass bar scene–
this South Bay hub hums
seven nights a week. The roster
changes nightly, so check out
their interactive website for
up-to-date calendar info. Can’t
make it out tonight? Log in and
view streaming live video in
high-def. Sweet.
142 Pacific Coast Highway in
Hermosa Beach. 310-372-0035,
saintrocke.com
Finalists
ÌÌBrixton South Bay
ÌÌCafé Boogaloo
ÌÌThe Lighthouse
U
U IS FOR
UNATTACHED
Best Place to Mix and
Mingle if Single
Shade Hotel
The downtown hot spot racks
up another win as the place
to see and be seen with other
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South Bay singles. The bar
gets lively from happy hour
on, where on any given night
the crowd spills out to the
patio or two stories up to the
moonlit pool deck, where many
a seven-digit sequence has
been exchanged over cocktails.
Score!
1221 N. Valley Drive in Manhattan Beach. 310-546-4995,
shadehotel.com
Finalists
ÌÌBaja Sharkeez
ÌÌMucho Ultima Mexicana
ÌÌRock’N Fish
ÌÌTwelve & Highland
W
Since the ’20, this oasis has
drawn celebrities, a Rat Pack
and plenty of vacationers for a
desert holiday. On an upswing
in recent years, new fans drive
out for the mid-century architecture and design, outlet shopping and classy resorts like The
Parker. Just avoid the summer
months, when the temperature
often tops a toasty 120.
Finalists
ÌÌLaguna Beach
ÌÌOjai
ÌÌSan Diego
ÌÌSanta Ynez
Y
Y IS FOR YOGA
Best Yoga Studio
The Green Yogi
This Manhattan Beach studio
has a simple mission: to put the
soul back in yoga. Held in an
eco-chic environment, power
yoga classes follow vinyasa
W IS FOR WAVE
Best Spot to Surf
Finalists
ÌÌBurnout
ÌÌHammerland
ÌÌRedondo Breakwall
ÌÌTorrance Beach
V IS FOR VIEW
Best Vista in the South Bay
Nelson’s at Terranea
Imagine you’re cuddled up by one of the resort’s many
fire pits, wine glass in hand, watching the sun set on the
Pacific. To your right, Point Vicente Lighthouse. To your
left, Portuguese Bend. Straight ahead, Catalina Island. Not
too bad! Aren’t we lucky all that’s right in our backyard?
Head to Nelson’s and experience for yourself.
100 Terranea Way in Rancho Palos Verdes. 310-265-2836,
terranea.com
El Porto
Great in winter when the fourto-six-foot swells come in from
the northwest. If you can find
a zone with “holes,” or breaks
in the constant closeouts up
and down the beach, you’re in
for a good ride. With parking
a breeze, El Porto’s also the
most crowded. Longboarders
take over in summer when the
waves are less challenging.
V
Finalists
The Green Yogi
flow practice but with music
and high energy. Owner Mary
Strong leads a team of some
of the best instructors in town.
Strike a pose!
3504 Highland Avenue in
Manhattan Beach. 310-546YOGI, thegreenyogi.com
Finalists
ÌÌBikram Yoga Hermosa
ÌÌLYFE Yoga Center
ÌÌYoga Loft
ÌÌDel Cerro Park
ÌÌLa Venta Inn
ÌÌOcean Bar
A Food & Wine Tasting Event
in the Garden
Thank You!
A big Thank You from Cancer Support Community - Redondo Beach to all our Sponsors,
Restaurants, Wineries, Volunteers and Supporters for making Celebrate Wellness a huge success!
Restaurants
Z
Z IS FOR ZEN
BALEENlosangeles • BJ’s Restaurant • Chez Melange • Cozymel’s • Critic’s Choice Catering • Fresh Brothers
Gaetano’s • H.T. Grill • Joe’s Crabshack • Lisa’s Bon Appetit • Marsatta Fancy Chocolates • Open Sesame
Ortega 120 • Paciugo Gelato Caffe • Parker’s Lighthouse • Red Car Brewery & Restaurant • Rock’N Fish
Samba Brazilian Steakhouse • Trump National Golf Club Los Angeles
Wineries, Breweries & Specialties
Battaglini Estate Winery • Berardo Winery • Castle Rock Winery • Doce Robles Winery • Donatoni Winery • Eberle Winery
Estrella Creek Winery • Fiji Water • Karly Wines/Bantam Cellars • Nichols Winery • Pali Wine Company
Pedroncelli Winery & Vineyards • Quady Winery • Real Soda in Real Bottles • Riboli Family Wine Estates • Roland’s Wines
San Pedro Brewing Co. • Sepulveda Wine Co. • Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. • Stone Brewing Co. • Wine Styles
Best Day Spa
Trilogy Spa
Indulge yourself. A fixture at Metlox Center for several years now,
this heavenly haven allows you to slip away from your hectic
schedule and enjoy some needed R&R. Choose from a tempting
menu of treatments that includes the Ginger Body Butter Rainbar
and Noni Seaweed Detox Wrap Thermal Cocoon. Men, don’t be
robe-shy. The Manhandler facial zaps ingrown hairs, softens skin,
unclogs pores and reduces shaving sensitivity. It’s a beautiful thing.
451 Manhattan Beach Boulevard in Manhattan Beach.
310-760-0044, trilogyspa.com
Finalists
ÌÌAbbracci Medical Spa & Boutique
ÌÌAesthetic Edge Medical Spa
ÌÌBurke Williams
ÌÌElegance Boutique Spa
ÌÌMurad Medical Spa
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