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contents13 | sPoRtsCHAINSAW’S MAILBAGKGB-FM’s irreverent morning show personality responds to reader mail

14 | cooLtUReSEEING STARSGeena the Latina’s celebrity sightings in San Diego

16 | cooLtUReSET IN STONEDefending the Caveman examines eons-old gender roles

18 | cooLtUReWHAT WOMEN WANTLearn lifestyle tips and trends at the Head to Toe Women’s Expo

20 | FocUsROUNDABOUT BIRD ROCKLa Jolla Boulevard reemerges from construction

24 | stYLeIT NEVER FALLSAutumn styles for a sun-kissed season

28 | stYLeLIGHTS, CAMERA, FASHIONThe Golden Hanger Fashion Awards make wishes come true

30 | constRUctINNER-SPACEBells & Whistles is beautifying San Diego, one chic interior at a time

32 | stAYtRIPPeRYES, YOU KENSpend a day in seductively simple Kensington

36 | tAsteFROM CROOK TO COOK“Chef Jeff” Henderson celebrates his rise to grace by giving back to at-risk youth

38 | tAsteTOO MANY CHEFSSan Diego’s culinary elite show up, show off and show down for charity

40 | GRooVeGETTING DICEYYour guide to San Diego’s gaming hot spots

42 | GRooVeON TAP OF THE WORLDAt World Famous, tequila comes with a bookworm

44 | MUsIcHAIL TO THE CHIEFWhy Grand Ole Party will rule the world

45 | GRooVePUNCH DRUNK LOVEStep into the ring at Surfer’s Grill

46 | BLInD DAteNOW WE’RE COOKIN’Whipping up something fresh:a love connection betweentwo San Diego chefs

50 | cALenDARELEVEN.08November events

54 | tHInKPOLL POSITIONSan Diegans say whom and what they’re voting for

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Simone Perloff / Fashion Director

DESIGN DIRECTORKim Cuffe

CONTRIBUTING EDITORMichael Benninger

FOOD EDITORBrandon Hernández

CONTRIBUTING WRITERSCraig Boreth

Lauren BrunelleGeena the Latina

Cindy LewisCookie “Chainsaw” Randolph

Derek ShawDave Thomas

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I’ve never been much of a voter. Mom always says, “If everyone thought that way….” Well, they don’t, and California isn’t going to switch from blue to red just because I don’t show up at the polling station, so what’s the diff?

That was the old me. The new me feels as if my vote actually can make a difference. Prop. D (beach alcohol ban), Prop. 8 (making gay marriages illegal) and Prop. 2 (better lives for farm animals) could go either way, and the final decision may come down to a recount. Rather than wait and see, I’m exercising my rights—at least I’ll be able to complain if things don’t go my way.

Imagine the impact this historic combination of local, state and federal elections could have onlife here in San Diego. Dependingon the outcome, we may find ourselves living in one oftwo scenarios:

Scenario 1: We’re drinking chilled wine in the sunshine, enjoying free-range chicken wings on the beach and helping to celebrate a festive gay wedding, while lipstick-wearing pit bulls cast aspersions from the sea wall.

Scenario 2: We’re moping around indoors, drinking bottled beers and watching televised gay weddings take place in Massachusetts, while hockey moms take over the beach, staking out the best spots for preaching abstinence to passersby.

History has yet to be written, so I’m voting (for Scenario #1) and keeping my fingers crossed that the economy doesn’t vanish before I get the chance to crack a celebratory can of beer on the sand.

Never having been accused of being politically active or informed, I’m pleased to report that this issue of PacificSD is NOT devoted to the

elections. There’s already plenty of media exposure for the issues and propositions, so escape from partisan pontification Roundabout Bird Rock (page 20) or head uptown and proclaim, “Yes, We Ken!” (page 32) to a day of leisure in Kensington.

While Wall Street is on the fritz, it’s a great time for Getting Dicey (page 40) at San Diego’s multitude of casinos. On your way back from Viejas, roll by Presidio Park to check out style trends for where It Never Falls (page 22).

Gas prices have fallen and, a week from now, the elections will be over. Barring any hanging chads in Florida, we’re going to need something new to talk about. I say we focus on something that brings us all together, like Christmas. I mean, Chanukah. No, wait, make that Kwanzaa...

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Dear Mark, Who?

Dear Chainsaw,I hear the Tour de France is testing Lance Armstrong’s urine from 1999. What is their problem?- Cy Kliste (Del Mar)

Dear Cy,You know the French; they don’t like to uncork anything for at least nine years. I hear the ‘99 Armstrong Chardonnay has great legs and a nutty finish.

Dear Chainsaw,Is it just me, or has Al Davis turned into football’s version of Dr. Strangelove? - RAY DERHATER (SANTEE)

Dear Ray, I’m feeling more of a Mr. Bigglesworth vibe from the Raiders owner these days. BTW, how do you keep a Raider fan from pleasuring himself? Paint his junk Blue and Gold, and he won’t beat it for five years! (Raiders last beat San Diego in ’03.)

Dear Chainsaw, Hold it right there! Al Davis and his Raiders have three Super Bowl rings… how many do the Chargers have?- Ray Dernation (Oakland)

Dear Ray,Good point, but the last time the Raiders won a Super Bowl, the halftime entertainment was fire.

Dear Chainsaw, Now that the Chargers defense is starting to gel, are you seeing any signs that the special teams are improving? - Critt Ickle (North Park)

Dear Critt, Yes, especially against the Saints when their punter called for a fair catch. That was awesome.

Dear Chainsaw, How can the Padres avoid losing 99 games again next season? - Dye Haard (East Village)

Dear Dye, Play 98 games.

Dear Chainsaw, I coach a Pop Warner football team and I’m having a tough time deciding what positions each player should play. Any ideas? - Pat McGroin (El Cajon)

Dear Pat, March the kids deep into the forest and have them race back to the parking lot. The ones who run over the trees are linemen, and the ones who run around them are backs.

Dear Chainsaw,As a mother of five boys, it upsets me on Thanksgiving Day when the boys and their father insist on watching football during the meal I spent three days preparing! What can I do?” - Anne Oyd (La Mesa)

Dear Anne, I now how you feel. It can be hurtful. I once made my wife some toast during Grey’s Anatomy, and she barely looked up. Ask them to DVR the game; if that doesn’t work, serve Thanksgiving dinner between the first and second games. You’ll have about nine minutes, unless the first game goes into O.T. Good luck!

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September 8: MATTHEW McCONAUGHEY promoting his movie Surfer Dude inside the Moonstone Lounge on the rooftop at the Hard Rock Hotel. While being interviewed by local media, he voraciously chewed tobacco and took sun-bathing breaks.

September 9: San Diego Chargers linebacker SHAUN PHILLIPS (solo) ordering take-out at P.F. Changs in Mission Valley.

September 26: AUBREY O DAY, one of the DANITY KANE divas, walking through the streets of La Jolla with two friends at about 2 p.m., looking as if she had just woken up from a long night out. On the previous night, she hosted the Sheiki Jeans party at Envy Nightclub inside the Ivy Hotel, where she was spotted French-kissing her multi-color-dyed dog, Ginger.

September 14: Singer NATASHA BEDINGFIELD confirming her engagement to long-time boyfriend MATTHEW ROBINSON on the pink carpet at the San Diego Sports Arena for the taping of Frosted Pink with a Twist. The event, organized to raise awareness and financial support for women with cancer, drew other celebs, including SHARON OSBOURNE, CYNDI LAUPER and singer JESSE McCARTNEY.

September 20: Actor GEORGE CLOONEY, at a party at the Hard Rock Hotel, throwing a mock choke-hold on San Diego’s own mixed martial arts fighter, DEAN LISTER.

September 27: Actors KIEFER SUTHERLAND and SARAH MICHELLE GELLAR hosting the Ivy Hotel’s anniversary celebration

party sponsored by Dom Perignon.

October 6: After a loss to the Miami Dophins, LADAINIAN TOMLINSON (aka L.T.)threw a private birthday party for his assistant at East Village Tavern & Bowl. The group ate cupcakes and bowled until about midnight, when L.T. surprised his assistant with a gift: a brand new BMW parked right out front.

October 9: Oceanaire executive chef and previous Top Chef contestant, BRIAN MALARKEY, joined San Diego singer, FRANKIE J, behind the bar at Stingaree for the the Clothing, Cupcakes & Cocktails benefit for the Pink Party Breast Cancer Fund.

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As humans evolved, we traded caves for condos and mammoth skins for Marc Jacobs, but the battle of the sexes rages on. The one-man Broadway show, Defending the Caveman, which opens at the Balboa Theatre November 11, satirizes this ongoing gender struggle, tickling funny bones to make peace between men and women.

With uproarious commentary on contemporary feminism, masculine sensitivity and, of course, sex, Caveman makes us laugh at ourselves, offering hilarious insight into the ways men and women get along… or don’t. This prehistoric look at relationships celebrates the differences between Neanderthals and She-anderthals, making it an ideal entertainment option for couples or girls’ night out.

Comedian-turned-playwright Rob Becker studied anthropology,

psychology, sociology and mythology to prepare for writing Caveman, the longest running solo play in Broadway’s history.

Performing the role of Caveman in the play’s six-day San Diego run is Isaac Lamb, who recently appeared as Beast in the stage adaptation of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast and starred in the film North Starr, which debuted at the 2008 Sundance Film Festival.

Impressed by the accessibility of the play’s message, many marriage counselors have urged their clients to see Caveman to gain a better understanding of their spouses. The success of the play has even led some to question whether comedy could give couples’ therapy a run for its money.

Caveman is in town for only six days, so don’t drag your heels (or your knuckles). We’ll B.C.’n you there.

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Debbie Adelman and Rosemarie Gibson know what women want. That’s why they created The Head to Toe Women’s Expo, a three-day shopping extravaganza that is expected to draw more than 13,000 shoppers to the Del Mar Race Track November 7 – 9.

Featuring runway fashion shows, more than 200 local and regional vendors, cooking demonstrations, wine tasting and guest speakers, Head to Toe, now in its fifth year, has grown to become Southern California’s premiere women’s consumer show.

“Debbie and I are like many other San Diego women who juggle a career and family,” says Gibson. “Armed with our expertise in marketing and event planning, we took a chance to create a consumer show that would be appealing to women who need a break from their hectic and scheduled lives.”

Expo attendees will enjoy affordable prices as they stroll through a vendor village of apparel, jewelry, handbags, vino, gourmet eats and home décor. One lucky Head to Toe guest will win a color and design consultation with Constance Ramos, an original design team member from the popular TV series, Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, and host of HGTV’s Color Correction. Ramos will share her expertise on how to make a home look great on a budget and will answer audience questions about common color dilemmas.

“The Head to Toe Women’s Expo gives women the opportunity to meet, interact with and sample the products and services of hundreds of local businesses, many of them owned by women,” Gibson says. “The result is a magical weekend of rejuvenation, education and entertainment.”

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After more than two years years of on-and-off construction, Bird Rock’s traffic-calming project is finally complete, and the eclectic merchant district along the southern end of La Jolla Boulevard now gleams anew with five roundabouts and a fresh, eco-friendly elegance.

By trading stop signs for yield signs, Bird Rock aims not only to slow traffic and improve pedestrian safety, but also to reduce pollution. Roundabouts eliminate the need for drivers to burn fuel while idling at stop signs, which means that the 25,000 cars that travel through the area each day now spew less toxic exhaust and brake dust than they did before the construction began. Plus, the cleaner air makes it safer and altogether more pleasant to shop at the nearly 100 businesses that line the street.

Many Bird Rock businesses suffered while the redevelopment was in progress. Steel plates and heavy machinery bottlenecked traffic, severely limited parking and made Danielle Kindley, owner of Armonia Skincare, fear that shopping would be a struggle for her customers.

“I was really concerned that it was going to hurt my business in the long term,” says Kindley. “But much of my clientele has been with me for years, and they supported the store through the dirt, construction and noise.” thrilled with the outcome, Kindley says, “I am ecstatic with the results of the redevelopment. not only did it improve the look of La Jolla Boulevard, but now it is truly a safe walking environment that the community can come out and enjoy.”

Bodywear Boutique owner Michelle Dallal also regards the project as a success. “I definitely notice more foot traffic, strollers and bikers,” she says. “I believe Bird Rock is returning to the splendor of yesteryear, when it was a vibrant area for locals, tourists and other San Diegans.”

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BULLY’S LA JOLLA5755 La Jolla Blvd.858.459.2768A San Diego dining tradition since 1967, Bully’s is known for superior quality, exceptional value and friendly service. The menu highlights award-winning prime rib, fresh seafood, steaks, ribs, sandwiches and more.

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BEAUMONT’S5662 La Jolla Blvd. » 858.459.0474 » beaumontseatery.comOpened three years ago by David and Megan Heine, the same couple that owns and operates La Jolla’s famed Brockton Villa, this locals’ favorite restaurant and bar is considered the anchor of Bird Rock. Exuding a friendly, laidback elegance, Beaumont’s is the perfect spot for a delicious meal, happy hour cocktails, live music and laughter. Enjoy lunch and dinner every day, and breakfast on weekends.

BIRD ROCK PIzzA & SPORTS GRILL5737 La Jolla Blvd. » 858.456.2473birdrockpizza.comWatch sports on a 58” plasma TV while filling up on pizza, pasta, sandwiches, burgers and salads at Bird Rock Pizza, a popular neighborhood joint that makes visitors feel welcome.

BIRD ROCK COFFEE ROASTERS5627 La Jolla Blvd. » 858.551.1707birdrockcoffeeroasters.comBy pouring “fresh coffee with a free conscience,” this charming shop has brewed up quite a name for itself. The baristas sell only fair-trade, shade-grown, bird-friendly beans, and all of their java is made with organic ingredients. Enjoy fresh aromas and a more neighborhoody alternative to Starbucks (located directly across La Jolla Boulevard).

LITTLE BABY BIRD ROCK5663 La Jolla Blvd. » 800.753.5227littlebabybirdrock.comFor adorable clothing, accessories and toys for kids, shop at Little Baby Bird Rock, Rebecca Stempel’s vibrant boutique that takes shopping for children in a refreshing new direction.

A BETTER DEAL TUXEDOS: 369 Bird Rock Ave. » 858.551.6044 » abetterdealtuxedo.comThis family-owned and operated tuxedo rental and sales boutique carries all the major brands. Stop in and ask for Jerry for your once-in-a-lifetime (okay, maybe twice) event.

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STATION SUSHI5752 La Jolla Blvd.858.551.0410Fresh sushi and a full bar. What more could you ask from a sushi joint? Order the Mary-Juana Ocean roll or the Psychedelic Orange Crush roll and be prepared to open wide—Station Sushi’s rolls are nearly the size of burritos.

LUPI’S ITALIAN CUCINA5518 La Jolla Blvd.858.454.6421Let owner Raffo de la Barrera and his staff treat you to a wonderfully authentic Italian meal. As de la Barrera sees it, great food and great value go hand in hand.

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ON KRISTEN: Floor length black cotton dress by Lani, $44, black and gold necklace, $20, both available

available at Mimi and Red, 619.298.7933; gold necklace with circular discs by Micha Design, $60, available

at Mesh boutique, 619.295.5251; pocket silk leopard print scarf by Xubaz, $88, available at xubaz.com; “Dee” bag by L4L, available at Let’s Go Clothing,

858.459.2337; beige flats by Pour La Victoire, $143, available at Kate Ross Shoes, shopkateross.com.

ON JONATHAN: Tee by Ben Sherman, $45, cotton vest by Howe, $95, “classic” denim by Joe’s Jeans, $174, all available at Kate Ross, shopkateross.com;

leather cuff by Chi, $38, available at Mesh Boutique, 619-295-5251; white Race sneaker by Voile Blanche,

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ON JONATHAN: T-shirt by USA by Munich, $225, available at Unsteady, 619.446.6828; grey cotton blazer by Howe, $150, available at Kate Ross; leather cuff by Chi, $28, available at Mesh Boutique, 619.295.5251; black S. Leggera sneaker by Voile Blanche, $175, available at

shoesbywayenestevens.com. ON KRISTEN (OPPOSITE PAGE): Romper by Munich, $225, available at Unsteady, 619.446.6828; bucket hat by Goorin, $35, available at Kate Ross, shopkateross.com; multi-beaded necklaces, $12 and $19, available at Mimi and Red, 619.298.7933; “Lily” clutch by L4L,

$380, available at Let’s Go Clothing, 858.459.2337; beige and black patent heels by Anne Michelle, $25, available at Mileage Clubwear, 858.581.1285.


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After just four years of modeling, fashion icon Twiggy retired, stating, “You can’t be a clothes hanger for your entire life.”

The Golden Hanger, however, has hung around in the world of couture a lot longer. Now in its 22nd year, Fashion Careers College’s (FCC) annual Golden Hanger Fashion Awards Gala will be held November 8 at the Town and Country Resort & Convention Center, in Mission Valley.

The event awards local fashion leaders and debuts FCC student creations and collections on a star-studded runway. This year’s theme, “Lights, Camera, Fashion,” celebrates Hollywood both old and new.

“The show will feature classic movie clips and songs from films such as Marie Antoinette,” says FCC

founder and CEO Patricia O’Connor. “It will have nostalgia from the past but will also bring some cutting-edge fashion for the Hollywood movies of the future.”

Joining O’Connor as her Honorary Chair is London fashion designer, Zandra Rhodes. KUSI news anchor, Sandra Maas, will be the evening’s Mistress of Ceremonies.

Modeling original designs by FCC students, Maas and other local celebs will strut the runway with children from the Make-A-Wish Foundation. The event’s net proceeds will benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation of San Diego and Variety Children’s Lifeline, an organization that sends doctors to help children in third-world countries.

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STARLITE LOUNGE’S hexagonal wooden entryway and immense stainless steel chandelier make the interior of this trendy India Street eatery and lounge look more like a movie set than a typical restaurant.

As San Diego’s growing hip factor flourishes, one design studio is at the forefront of our city’s urban enhancements, adding bells and whistles to some of the region’s sharpest interiors.

Specializing in space planning and custom furniture, Bells & Whistles’ team of three is comprised of designer/builder Jason St. John, his ex-wife and the firm’s designer/craftswoman, Barbara Rourke, and their longtime cohort Jason Lane.

“We don’t redesign stuff or remodel anything,” says Rourke. “All of our projects are start-to-finish. We completely gut a place and then design everything that goes in it. We’re the interior designer and we also build everything that we design.”

Having worked together for nearly eight years, the Bells & Whistles team didn’t always design complete environments. “We were building individual pieces of furniture for dozens of clients,” says St. John. “A counter here, some couches there, tables, a bed, things like that. We realized early on, however, that it made more sense to offer our clients an entire package, an entire look, so that our ideas would come across a lot stronger.”

To showcase their design prowess and help realize their clients’ dreams, Bells & Whistles has since unleashed their dramatic concepts on Aubergine, The Loft (a student lounge at UCSD), Milo Shoes & Gallery, Starlite Lounge, Neighbourhood Boutique and Disconnected Salon.

The firm’s next big project is a rooftop club downtown. The details are hush-hush for now, but the space’s interior realm is certain to ring true.

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Trying to make all your favorite fluids fit in a Ziploc is just one of the hassles associated with traveling these days, which is

why we bring you Stay Tripper, a monthly overview of a San Diego locale and what makes it worth visiting for a day.

Kensington takes you back and takes you in, welcoming visitors with open arms into its charmingly nostalgic, small-town environs. Its residential streets, lined with lovely Spanish-tiled cottage-style

homes, create a peaceful, quiet escape from nearby urban hotbedslike City Heights and Mission Valley.

But there’s more to Kensington than impressive domiciliary architecture. A hodgepodge of attractions, businesses andeateries are conveniently laid out in Main Street U.S.A. fashionalong Adams Avenue, the thriving thoroughfare that makes it possible to experience the area’s best in one fell swoop.

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Start your Stay Tripper experience at SAN DIEGO COFFEE, TEA & SPICE, a cozy spot for early morning lounging, caffeinating and thumbing your nose at the less-enlightened patrons of the catty-corner Starbucks. Follow this fuel-up with a pit-stop at DIESEL SALON, where you’ll find “genuine curators of everything beauty” with a devotion to staying on the cutting-edge of style. CLIP ART SALON, located just a couple blocks away, provides exceptional clipping services.

Next, it’s time to grab a bite, and Adams Avenue offers no shortage of options. Get your burger fix, gourmet-style, at BURGER LOUNGE, where grass-fed beef gets respectful treatment both in the field and on the plate, where it’s gussied up with quality fixings on fresh-baked rolls. (Note to vegetarians and carnivores alike: the beef is top-notch, but the veggie burger, fashioned from quinoa, brown rice, Portobello mushrooms, zucchini and carrots, provides a surprisingly vibrant taste experience.)

For a scrumptious brunch, transport yourself from central San Diego to southern France at BLEU BOHèME, where midday delicacies (omelets; lamb chops and eggs; quiches and Hollandaise-adorned crepes stuffed with crab, scallops and mussels) pair well with cocktails like the Clementini, a drink who’s name may have been inspired by CLEM’S BOTTLE HOUSE, the long-time local liquor store across the street.

When you’ve had your fill of food, satisfy your appetite for art at LADYBUG ART, showcasing the works of San Diego’s best up-and-coming and established artists. For shoppers who are just plain hungry, there’s THE COOKBOOK STORE and its impressive collection of gastronome tomes. More in the mood for a movie? Check out KEN CINEMA, the only theatre in San Diego that still runs on reel-to-reel arc projectors. Affectionately known as “The Ken,” it’s a great place to catch classic, foreign and independent films. A similar mix of rare and exotic movies (along with popular favorites) can be found at KENSINGTON VIDEO, which boasts one of San Diego’s most extensive cinematic archives.

When dinner time rolls around, you can’t go wrong with the upscale contemporary fare at KENSINGTON GRILL (if you’re in the neighborhood on a weekday, stop by for their well-priced and highly flavorful happy hour) or the down-home, gringo-style Mexican food at PONCE’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT, a local favorite just months away from celebrating its 40th year of operation.

Nothing rounds out a great day like a nice after-dinner drink and live music. The best spot for both is KENSINGTON CLUB, which features performers from a wide range of musical genres in an intimate setting that’s perfectly suited for the club’s namesake community.

SAN DIEGO COFFEE TEA & SPICE: 4141 Adams Ave. » 619.640.0494 » sandiegocoffee.com DIESEL SALON:

4222 Adams Ave. » 619.280.9611 » diesel-salon.com CLIP ART SALON: 4155 Adams Ave. » 619.280.5014 » clipartsalon.net

BURGER LOUNGE: 4116 Adams Ave. » 619.584.2929 » burgerlounge.com BLEU BOHèME: 4090 Adams Ave. » 619.255.4167 »

bleuboheme.com CLEM’S BOTTLE HOUSE: 4100 Adams Ave. » 619.284.2485 LADYBUG ART / ARTISTS’ FORUM:

4070 Adams Ave. » 619.563.0082 » ladybugart.net THE COOKBOOK STORE: 4108 Adams Ave. » 619.284.8224

KEN CINEMA: 4061 Adams Ave. » 619.819.0236 » landmarktheatres.com KENSINGTON VIDEO: 4067 Adams Ave. »

619.284.2477 » members.cox.net/kenvideo KENSINGTON GRILL: 4055 Adams Ave. » 619.281.4014 » sdurbankitchen.com

PONCE’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 4050 Adams Ave. » 619.282.4413 » poncesrestaurant.com KENSINGTON CLUB:

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From slinging cocaine on the streets of San Diego to becoming the executive chef at five-star restaurants, Jeff Henderson has come a long way.

“No matter what deck of cards you got dealt in life, you can rise above adversity,” Henderson told a group of at-risk boys from New Haven Youth and Family Services at the inaugural Circle of Hope Gala. “Each and every one of you has the potential to succeed.”

The fundraiser, held October 4 at the palatial Temecula estate of Southwest Community Bank founder, Frank Mercardante, and his wife Claudette, raised money to support New Haven. Gala guests indulged in divine chocolates from Chuao Chocolatier paired with superior wines from Orfila Vineyards.

Chef Carlo Di Gristina created a fabulous five-course menu, which was paired with more Orfila vintages. Between courses, Henderson talked about being raised by a single mother who struggled to keep the refrigerator full. He said that he had always dreamt of owning a home with a white picket fence. However, as a troubled teen, he turned to white powder to achieve that goal.

In 1988, Henderson went to federal prison for selling cocaine on a large scale, unwittingly trading life on the fierce streets, where he made up to $35,000 a week, for life in a concrete cell where he had nothing but time to read and reflect. After becoming a dishwasher and eventually discovering the joy and reward of cooking while in prison, he set a new goal: to become an executive

chef. Instead of scrubbing Salisbury steak off inmates’ meal trays, he aimed to prepare more elegant cuisine at fine restaurants.

After being released from prison a decade later, Henderson landed a job washing dishes. He faced prejudice for being an ex-con but remained focused on his goal and eventually worked his way up to becoming the first African-American executive chef at the Bellagio Hotel, in Las Vegas.

Now famous not only for overcoming adversity but also for mastering his trade, Henderson has authored two books, Cooked and Chef Jeff Cooks. After a recent appearance on the The Oprah Winfrey Show, he received a call from actor Will Smith, who is slated to portray the accomplished chef in a film now

in the works at Columbia Pictures. While others might let fame go to their heads, Henderson has taken it to heart, and now donates his time and energy to helping at-risk youth.

On October 5, the day after the gala, Henderson’s show The Chef Jeff Project (10 p.m. Sundays) premiered on the Food Network. Unlike most cooking programs, it’s a reality show-done-right that gives troubled young adults a ticket to succeed via the culinary arts through Henderson’s Los Angeles catering company, Posh Urban Cuisine.

“When you come from the streets, you have never even seen a Portobello mushroom,” he says during the premiere episode. Still, he believes in the cast’s potential to shine.

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BOTTOM LEFT:Host Committee Members (from left to right): Parisa Farokhi, Patrice Saxon, Deborah Haydis, Dawn Hall Cauthen, Claudette Mercardante, FrankMercardante, Morgan Smith, Robert Cunneen, Andrea Gherini.

BOTTOM CENTER:the Cecilia String Quartet, osaka International Competition winners.

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Roughly 450 spectators turned out at the NTC Promenade on October 2 to take a stand against domestic violence at the Center for Community Solutions’ (CCS)fourth annual Chef Showdown fundraiser. One of the biggest nights of the year for local foodies, the event spotlighted what some of San Diego’s best restaurants have to offer, while raising more than $75,000 to fund CCS’ sexual assault and relationship violence prevention programs.

Bernard Guillas, executive chef of the Marine Room at the La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club, teamed up with Sam “The Cooking Guy” Zien to preside over an Iron Chef-style competition where two dream teams comprised of a dozen of San Diego’s most talented chefs went head-to-head to wow a

panel of celebrity judges, including Croce’s owner Ingrid Croce and Top Chef contestant and Oceanaire executive chef Brian Malarkey.

Both teams were instructed to spontaneously invent and produce six upscale courses incorporating mystery ingredients – XO sauce (spicy seafood sauce) from Hong Kong, shrimp, whole Alaskan halibut, top sirloin and persimmons – in a one-hour timeframe beginning the moment those mystery ingredients were unveiled. The action was captured on a colossal projection screen separating two large stages equipped with stoves, ovens, deep fryers and more pots and pans than you could shake a spatula at.

Guillas’ team included chefs from Loews Coronado, The Shores,

Quarter Kitchen at The Ivy, Café Japengo, Urban Solace and Isabel’s Cantina. Zien’s team was packed with talent plucked from L’auberge, Roseville, Chile Co., Laurel, Rancho La Puerta and Rancho Valencia.

Some of the innovative on-the-fly dishes that graced the judge’s table included prawns with shellfish mousse-stuffed leeks; olive oil-poached halibut with butter braised porcini mushrooms and Cippolini onions; roulade of beef with truffles and chanterelle mushrooms, bone marrow, cracklins and instant freeze-dried beef jerky; and cinnamon-dusted French toast with Greek yogurt, mascarpone, two-day honey and persimmon sauce.

Upon witnessing the complexity of the flavors and intermingling components being presented, Zien

proclaimed, “This is why you go to restaurants… for things you either can’t or don’t know how to do at home.”

When all was said and tasted, Zien’s team was declared the champion (by a slim two-point margin), but on a night where a great deal of money was raised for a worthy cause via first-rate food, fun and entertainment, everyone who took part left a winner.

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1932 Wildcat Canyon RoadLakeside » barona.comThis ranch-style standout has garnered local and national awards for its casino and golf course along with critical acclaim for its dining. The Sage Café was named best casino restaurant by the California Restaurant Association (CRA), and the Ranch House Buffet was the CRA’s top-rated buffet. On top of that, the vino selection at the Barona Oaks Steakhouse has been touted by Wine Enthusiast for the past three years in a row.

HARRAH’S RINCON CASINO AND RESORT

777 Harrah’s Rincon Way Valley Center » harrahsrincon.comThis resort offers the festive vibe you’d expect from a casino franchise whose motif centers around Brazilian Carnival. All throughout this sprawling space – the 2,500-seat Open Sky Theatre, Oasis Lounge and poolside Cabana Cove – live music rocks, rolls and soothes the senses before slots, bingo, blackjack, baccarat, poker and craps work them back into a frenzy. A spa with a sauna, steam room and fitness center provides any needed respite from the action.

PECHANGA RESORT AND CASINO

45000 Pechanga ParkwayTemecula » pechanga.comTemecula’s top spot for Vegas-style action boasts a craps-load of places to eat – four gourmet restaurants, a buffet, a café, a noodle joint and a food court – serving a diverse line of delicacies to satisfy nearly every taste. Entertainment abounds at Pechanga with concerts, theatrical and musical performances, championship boxing events and live comedy. Check-in to enjoy the resort’s poolside bar, full-service spa, newly-redesigned health club or world-class golf course.

When a trip to Vegas isn’t in the cards, get your game on at San Diego’s multitude of casinos. In addition to the full gamut of card games and slots, many area casinos offer full-fledged resorts with fabulous dining, four-star accommodations and, depending upon your taste, a welcomed break from Sin City’s bachelorette shenanigans.

Like a one-armed bandit on a mission from Bugsy Siegel, we’ve rounded up the region’s best gaming hotspots for you, whether you’re a card player, Quartermaniac or concert-lover. Bring your appetite and your ATM card, but leave your nest egg at home.

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Pala » palacasino.comPala uses grand chandeliers, rich woods and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the surrounding mountains to create a classy, comfortable environment for guests at the casino and the four diamond-rated hotel. Along with this opulent style comes a fully-equipped gaming area, eight restaurants, four entertainment venues (offering everything from live music and sports to banquets and special events) and a 10,000 square-foot spa featuring a fitness center, salon and boutique.

SYCUAN CASINO 5469 Casino Way

El Cajon » sycuan.comSycuan’s 300,000 square-foot casino houses more than 2,000 slot machines, 58 gaming tables, a 220-seat poker room and a Bingo Palace that seats 1,200. In contrast to the immense gaming area, the Showcase Theatre, located in the heart of the casino, offers concerts, Broadway-caliber productions and mixed martial arts cage fighting matches in a more intimate, 500-seat venue. Dining options range from Chef Webb’s new entrees in the Café & Grille to the all-you-can-eat-and-then-some Paipa’s Oasis Buffet.

VALLEY VIEW CASINO 16300 Nyemii Pass Road

Valley Center » valleyviewcasino.comIn only its sixth year, this young casino is already upping the ante with an expansion project that will enhance the gaming area and add a four-diamond, all-suite hotel and spa. Enjoy a meal at the Black & Blue steakhouse, pop into Sweets for European pastries and fresh-brewed cappuccino, then check out a live outdoor concert or a show in the cabaret lounge. Valet parking is free; complimentary Luxury Line bus transportation is available from pickup locations across the county.

VIEJAS 5000 Willows Road

Alpine » viejas.comViejas offers an impressive 2,500 slots plus table games, poker, bingo and off-track wagering. Hungry gamers can satisfy their appetites with quality cuts at the Grove Steakhouse or sample Far East flavors at China Camp. Lounge lizards have two habitats to choose from – the V Lounge (flavorful cocktails and weekend performances by local bands) and Viejas’ live entertainment stronghold, the DreamCatcher Lounge. Outdoorsy types can shop the day away at a 57-store outlet center before settling in for music under the stars during Viejas’ Concerts in the Park series, held March through October.

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Jeff Craven is a World Famous bartender who earned his bachelor’s degree from UC Santa Barbara and then went to NYU to complete a masters degree in Latin American studies.

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“Aside from its taste,” he says, “the reason why it’s so popular is because it’s just sweet enough for those who aren’t big drinkers, yet strong enough that guys don’t have to check their manhood at the door in order to drink it.”

When Craven’s not serving drinks at Dieter May’s famed surfside restaurant, he’s coaching football at Clairemont High, hanging with friends by the beach or go-ing to the library.

“Word on the street is that all the cool kids kick it with books,” he says.

At just 30 years-old, Craven has already visited Egypt, Kenya, Tanzania, Italy, France, Spain, England, Canada, Mexico, Guatemala, Belize, Costa Rica and Puerto Rico.

“My favorite destination would have to be Spain,” he says, “where the emphasis on life is the exact opposite of the United States. Over there, you work to live rather than live to work. Spaniards may not be the wealthiest people or have a ton of material possessions, but they have way more free time, which is why they always seem to be eating, drinking and being merry.”

Having mixed things up from behind the bar at the sandy end of Pacific Beach Drive for the past four years, this world traveler now aspires to pass the bar. He’s is in the process of applying to law school. So stop into World Famous for a meticulously prepared and reasonably priced Contemporary California seafood dinner or hand-cut steak, and please tip well—medical school can’t be too far off.

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Grand Ole Party plans to cool off on touring and record a follow-up album in January. For now, they feel fortunate to live off music and avoid day-jobs.

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If too many cooks spoil the broth, what do two single cooks spoil, each other—or each other’s evening? The answer to that question should become apparent tonight, as two San Diego chefs get out of the kitchen and into PacificSD’s blind date experiment number 23.

LET’S MEET THE DATERS:

Rob is Chef de Cuisine at The Atoll, the Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa’s critically acclaimed waterfront restaurant on Mission Bay, where he creates elegant menus and oversees food production for Moray’s Lounge and the hotel’s room service. He’s a busy guy but maintains a friendly, laidback demeanor.

“I am easy to get along with,” he says. “I like to avoid drama and just have a good time.”

A native of a small town on the outskirts of Boston, Rob misses Maine lobster with drawn butter and lemon, but he has adapted well to life

in San Diego. Pretty well, anyway… he surfs and certainly does have that dude vibe, but he also still roots for the wrong teams: Celtics, Patriots, Red Sox. It’s like they always say, “You can take the boy out of New England, but you can’t give him good taste in sports teams.” (Kidding, Rob.)

Rob has been single for a year-and-a-half. He seeks a woman who is genuine, outgoing and honest. Earlier today, he said, “It’s pretty easy for me to hold a conversation and be comfortable in any situation.” Now, however, minutes from meeting Diane, he admits feeling apprehensive. Let’s see if he can “take the piss.”

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Hailing from Ireland, Diane earned a culinary arts degree at Dublin Institute of Technology before moving to San Diego, where she spent three years as a head chef for Eat, Drink & Sleep, the Pacific Beach group behind Gringo’s, Moondoggies and Tower 23.

Today, Diane is the host, chef and editor of inyourkitchen.com, which involves writing and producing video recipes and traveling to different cities to interview local chefs. Next week, she’s off to Lynchburg, Tennessee, to be a guest judge at the Jack Daniel’s World BBQ Championships.

Diane has been single for a year and seeks a man who is “kind, cheeky and driven.” Despite loving life in California, she has yet to meet Mr. Right here.

“Sometimes I find that the guys here take themselves a little bit too... seriously,” she says with a fading accent. “In Ireland, it’s mandatory and important that you can laugh at yourself and, as we say, ‘take the piss.’”

Diane has been nervous about tonight for days. Now, mere moments from meeting Rob, her nerves are aboil. “I hear he’s a chef,” she says. “Hopefully it’s not someone I hired or fired.”

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After about 20 minutes, the daters head upstairs for a private dinner. They have the entire Wall Street Bar to themselves (not counting the guy with the camera and the writer taking notes). Before ordering appetizers, Diane and Rob are split for mid-date debriefings.

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PacificSD: So, how’s it going?DIANE: Good! Rob’s a very nice guy, and I think that we both understand each other’s backgrounds and career paths. That’s a good thing. A lot of times when I go out on dates, guys don’t really understand all that.

PacificSD: Are you still feeling nervous?DIANE: When I first walked in, I was like really apprehensive and I was thinking, “What have I gotten myself in for?” But Rob seems very friendly, and that kind of put me at ease. He’s very easy to talk to.

PacificSD: Do you find Rob attractive?DIANE: He’s a cute guy. He’s really interesting. I found him engaging, which is very attractive.

PacificSD: What’s the best way the evening could end?DIANE: I don’t know. I think it’s rare when you go out on a date with a total stranger and are actually engaged in the conversation. I’m having a great time.

PacificSD: So?ROB: Diane’s smiling, so that’s always good. She’s easy to talk to and she is beautiful, there’s no doubt. She launched her own web site, which is pretty impressive. I mean she is definitely a go-getter. And she’s from Ireland, which is pretty neat. I have a lot a family in Ireland, too.

PacificSD: Is Diane the kind of woman you would date?ROB: I would think so. She is pretty straightforward and she can laugh. It’s pretty free flowing, you know. It’s not like pulling teeth.

PacificSD: Is the fact that you’re both chefs making the conversation flow?ROB: Probably, because it gives us something in common to talk about right away, but she’s easy to talk to anyway.

PacificSD: What’s the best way the evening could end?ROB: Definitely finishing up the night and having a good meal and more good conversation. You never know. Let’s see what happens.

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AFTERMATCH:

CONCLUSION:

PacificSD: How was the food?DIANE: The food was great, fresh seasonal flavors. It was fun to be able to discuss the food and flavors with someone who really appreciated it. We had fun tasting the dishes and sharing our comments.

PacificSD: How was the chemistry? DIANE: It was a relief when I met Rob; he was very friendly, engaging and put me at ease. We relate to each other easily, both having worked in the same industry with a similar love of food and both of us having Irish blood. Plus, he’s been to Ireland a couple of times and even cut some turf in the bogs. Definite points for that; not even many Irish guys I know have done that. I think it is really rare to go on a blind date like this and genuinely be interested in the person.

PacificSD: What was the best part of the night?DIANE: Probably when the crew left, and we were on our own. Then, we could relax, enjoy the meal and each other’s company without being reminded that the whole situation was a little unconventional.

PacificSD: How did the night end? Will you see Rob again?DIANE: After dinner, we went around the corner to Jose’s for a drink, then Rob drove me home, and I gave him my number and a goodnight kiss on the cheek. Rob’s a fun and interesting guy. It would be nice to hang out again.

SHE SAYS

PacificSD: What did you think of Jack’s?ROB: The place is cool. I like the idea of three different levels with a different theme on each floor. The bar on the first floor is a great place to have a few cocktails.

PacificSD: Did the mood change when the magazine crew left? ROB: A little bit. We were definitely ready to just hang out without waiting to be asked more questions or having the camera guy keep taking pictures. It was more relaxed for sure.

PacificSD: What happened after dinner?ROB: We stayed at Jack’s ‘til about 10:30, but we weren’t ready to just call it a night, so we went over to Jose’s. I guess that means we had a good time.

PacificSD: How was the chemistry?ROB: It was good. Relaxed and fun. Being in the same industry, there was no shortage of conversation. Diane is very ambitious and motivated in her career, which is a great feature. She’s a very attractive girl, too, which doesn’t hurt.

PacificSD: Best part of the night? ROB: The free food and drinks, of course. Just kidding. I don’t know, I honestly thought the whole night was fun.

PacificSD: How did the night end? Is there a future for you two? ROB: I gave Diane a ride home and we said goodnight. I can’t tell about the future after hanging out for just one night, but I’d like to think we’ll hang out again.

HE SAYS

As their food arrives, the daters are finally left to enjoy the rest of their evening in privacy. PacificSD calls the next day to see what we missed.

Rob and Diane have a lot in common. She says he’s cute; he says she’s very attractive. Mix that with a pinch of taking the piss and a tablespoon of cutting turf in the bogs (whatever that means), and you have the ingredients for one saucy, Irish-flavored night out. The godmother of TV chefs, Julia Child once said, “Life itself is the proper binge.” This evening, two chefs certainly took a big bite out of life. Luckily they weren’t eating Chinese food—no doubt they’d have been hungry for a new date half-an-hour later.

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PROP D*This proposition, which would be effective January 15, 2009, asks voters to continue and to expand the temporary 24-hour ban on alcohol consumption at beaches, Mission Bay Park and coastal parks.

“Having millions fewer people coming to the beach area has a dramatic, negative impact on my income and livelihood. Plus, because my business creates jobs, adds money to the economy and gives people paychecks, smaller crowds mean tough times not only for me but also for my staff and fellow business owners. I think that the less government intervention we have, the better. Next thing you know, they’ll tell us where to smoke. Oh, wait… they already do that!” -Pat Walsh, Owner, Boardwalk—Mission Beach (PICTURED ABOVE)

“I’m voting Yes on Prop. D! During the trial period for the ban, everyone seems happier and calmer, and more people are laying out, swimming and having fun. Lifeguards say they can focus on the water more (instead of policing the beach), police say arrests related to minors drinking are down by 50%, and Fire & Rescue tells of drops in alcohol-related calls. Also, less people are leaving the beach intoxicated, so this cuts down on drunk drivers.”-Jerry Hall, Chairman, Pacific Beach Town Council’s Safe & Beautiful Committee

PROP 8*This measure amends the California Constitution to specify that only marriage between a man and a woman is valid or recognized in California. As a result, notwithstanding the California Supreme Court ruling of May 2008, marriage would be limited to individuals of the opposite sex, and individuals of the same sex would not have the right to marry in California.

“Proposition 8? Why? Will Californians really write discrimination into the constitution of the state that leads the nation in progressive thinking? I hope not. Proponents of the measure use the same tired arguments that have been used against African Americans, women, Hispanics and every other group seeking equality – Religion and Tradition. Aren’t you tired of those thin disguises for hate and intolerance? I know I am. Vote NO on Proposition 8.-Jim Abbott, Member, Board of Directors Equality California

PROP 2*Beginning January 1, 2015, this measure prohibits with certain exceptions the confinement on a farm of pregnant pigs, calves raised for veal, and egg-laying hens in a manner that does not allow them to turn around freely, lie down, stand up, and fully extend their limbs.

“Proposition 2 is a moderate, sensible step to correct the horrific conditions under which 20 million California farm animals spend their lives. It gives them the ability to do four very basic, simple things: stand up, turn around, extend a limb and lie down. They can do none of those things now. The opposition’s claims of price increases, disease and job loss are absolutely wrong; amazingly, even their own ‘experts’ say so. Anyone with a heart will agree that a ‘yes’ vote on Proposition 2 is a vote for less suffering in the world.” -Jerry, Co-host of the Jeff and Jer Showgram, Star 94.1’s weekday morning radio broadcast

“I’m all for giving animals room to move. It not only boosts their quality of life, but also bulks up those legs of theirs. Have you ever seen the scrawny bare-bones drumettes some bars roll out on Wing Nite? Now that oughtta be a crime! I say, let animals exercise their rights and their muscles so we can all benefit!”-A. Miller, Encinitas

PROP 1A*This measure authorizes the state to sell $9.95 billion in general obligation bonds to fund pre-construction activities and construction of a high-speed passenger train system in California.

“Now, let me get this straight. I’ll be able to get from San Diego to Sacramento lickety-split, but I still won’t be able to commute to work on the trolley. Why can’t we have an initiative to establish a local-level commuting solution akin to those of other major metropolitan cities? I need to get from Scripps Ranch to Downtown… not Oregon!”-S. Atkinson, Scripps Ranch

PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION: Barack Obama vs. John McCain

“The Republicans may be content to ‘raise McCain’ straight out of the nursing home to perpetuate a legacy of right wing absentee landlordism in the White House, but not me! Come Election Day, I’ll be dropping the O-Bomb and voting for a candidate whose essence and ideals are sure to spell change; something that is sorely needed in our great, but rapidly diminishing country. As with any first-timer, there’s no way to know exactly how well Obama will do, but if there’s one thing we’ve learned from two presidential terms’ worth of suffering, sighing and watching the consistent erosion of our national strength, status and economy, it’s that we can’t take another four years of the same ol’ same ol’ (i.e. – McCain). Eight is enough!” -B. Lyons, North Park

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WEDNESDAYS:A Night of Multi-Media Art & Fashion

pioneering a new realm of mind-altering music, artistry & life

PASTA DINNERS FROM $4.95 (w/ Salad, reg. up to $18)

$3 Wells, Drafts, Selected Wines½-Price Bottles of Wine

WORLD FAMOUS FRIDAY HAPPY HOUR:

Happy Hour 4-9 PM$2 DRINKS

Complimentary Appetizers