Because nothing says “peace on earth” like an intense round of trivia before dessert. Whether your crowd leans bougie, beachy, or borderline feral after too much peppermint bark, these games will keep everyone laughing (and low-key trying to win).
Read MoreIf December had a personality, it would wear velvet, speak in low candlelit tones, and flash a smile that makes the winter night feel suddenly warm.
Read MoreStop stressing. You don’t have to choose between “gorgeous” and “guilt-free” this year. Sustainable gifting in 2025 is easier, prettier, and often cheaper than the plastic-wrapped landfill fodder of years past.
Read MoreFor 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
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreFor 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.
Read MoreAn iconic and beloved figure on the peninsula, Wayne Judah was known to be one of the most desirable employers on the hill.
Read MoreAs we head into the holiday season, there are plenty of Palos Verdes-inspired options available at local businesses around the Hill
Read MoreListen up, humans: while you’re busy hanging ornaments and pretending to like eggnog, your cat has already judged the tree, claimed the gift boxes as thrones, and calculated exactly how many seconds it takes for you to lose your mind when the tinsel hits the floor
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreThis 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
Read MoreAt 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.
Read MoreFew 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
Read More“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….”
Read MoreHere in the South Bay and along the Palos Verdes Peninsula, sunsets carry an extra kind of magic
Read MoreI had a date with Danielle to do some Christmas shopping. I relished times alone with my one and only four-year-old granddaughter…
Read MoreA Santa visit at the beach captured by founder and photographer Mark DeJohn may be South Bay’s most unique celebration of the holidays.
Read MoreLara Marmelstein had been a highly ranked (5.0) tennis player for more than 30 years when a buddy introduced her to a new racquet sport with a silly name: pickleball. The 54-year-old nurse from San Juan Capistrano was instantly hooked.
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