Southern California resident Victoria Elizabeth has been singing since before she could talk — or that is what her mom says, at least.
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For as long as humans have built fires, told stories, and dreamed beneath the stars, a dog has likely been nearby—watchful, loyal, and impossibly loving
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For decades, the Admiral Risty stood as the crown jewel of gracious dining on the Palos Verdes Peninsula — where ocean views met impeccable cuisine, and loyal patrons gathered for the kind of warmth only a neighborhood landmark could offer. Though its doors have closed, the restaurant’s culinary legacy continues to delight through the cherished recipes that made it unforgettable.
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An iconic and beloved figure on the peninsula, Wayne Judah was known to be one of the most desirable employers on the hill.
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What these bushy-tailed charmers really represent—and why we adore them
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As we head into the holiday season, there are plenty of Palos Verdes-inspired options available at local businesses around the Hill
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Join the Merriment with Holiday Favorites from Made by Meg Catering
The lights are twinkling along the coast, the ocean air feels a little crisper, and December in Palos Verdes carries that unmistakable blend of calm and celebration.
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As the sun sets over the Pacific in Southern California's Palos Verdes Peninsula and its vibrant South Bay neighbors, December 2025 promises a whirlwind of holiday magic.
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The classic Thanksgiving script is lovely—until you’ve hosted it for the fifteenth year in a row. And this is Palos Verdes: where local hosts mix elegance with adventure, where table settings often come with a story, and where no two Thanksgivings look quite the same.
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Thanksgiving on the Peninsula isn’t just about the turkey—it’s about who can quietly dominate the room before the pie comes out. Here are the games that work whether your crowd skews chaotic little cousins, competitive aunts, or the one uncle who still thinks he’s undefeated at everything.
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This year's holiday decor is all about warmth, nostalgia, abundance, and personality — a big shift from recent minimalist or overly modern vibes. Designers and retailers agree: We're embracing "more is more" with cozy, collected looks that feel like
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At Thanksgiving time (or any time), many of life’s most joyous occasions occur around the table. Family and friends gather, food is prepared or purchased, and everlasting memories are made. With the tone properly set and the elements painstakingly in place, all that is remaining is how to properly navigate your way around the table and elegantly bring the food into your mouth.
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KP Publishing has announced the presale release of The Rockaway Chronicles, a nostalgic and deeply personal new book by longtime writer and storyteller Jackie Balestra. In this vivid memoir, Balestra invites readers into six decades of summers spent on the Rockaway Peninsula—a place that shaped her childhood, her family’s history, and her enduring love for coastal life.
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Of the 531 Victory ships that were built during WWII, only three remain, the SS Red Oak Victory, in Richmond, Ca., the SS American Victory, in Tampa, Fl., and the SS Lane Victory, right here in San Pedro, Ca.
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The Shafer’s keep a busy charitable schedule, hosting twelve to fourteen events to help nonprofit organizations raise funds, and this year their home will again glow with moments of merriment as guests celebrate a magical Christmas served up with a large helping of legendary Shafer hospitality.
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Few wine regions in the world feel as effortlessly inviting as Santa Barbara wine country. Here, the coastal fog rolls in like a soft morning whisper, the Pacific breeze carries hints of salt and sage, and vineyard rows stretch across valleys shaped by ancient uplift and ocean-carved geology
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“Paris is always a good idea”* and apres the 69th BFI London Film Festival, where I was press delegate in October (since the 46th) that will be featured in December “At The Movies….”
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