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April 2008

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Features
Who Makes What. . .

Who Makes What. . .

From an archeologist and a model to top-earning CEOs and city employees, we take a peek into San Diegans’ pocketbooks to offer a revealing look at the local job market.

By Julia Beeson Polloreno | Photographs by Jason B. Smith
Going, Going. . .Green

Going, Going. . .Green

San Diego is coloring itself to coexist with its natural resources——from building construction and the way we do business and even diapering babies.
The Landscape of Family Law

The Landscape of Family Law

The bumps along the legal road can be mountains or molehills. Just ask the attorneys who work in family law.

By Bob Rowland | Photographs by Ramona D'Viola

Best Lawyers - 2008

The verdict is in: Local attorneys pick the top lawyers in their fields.
Shelter from the Storm

Shelter from the Storm

Now helmed by former city attorney Casey Gwinn, the San Diego YWCA celebrates a century of providing a safe haven for women in need.

By Joan Healy

Departments
Restaurant Reviews: Vigilucci's Seafood, Steak & Chop House Archive »

The luxurious seventh link in Roberto Vigilucci’s chain of quality Italian restaurants.

By David Nelson
Foodie Gossip: Pit Bosses Archive »

Pit bosses branch out; the Grand Del Mar’s Amaya sets a new standard for “everyday” dining.

By David Nelson
Video Reviews: JRDN Steak & Seafood Archive »

Chef David Warner fuses together the absolute best of contemporary steak and seafood restaurants.
Wine Reviews: Harrison Clarke Vineyard Archive »

Sampling the 2005 Harrison Clarke Vineyard Grenache.

By Brett Anderson
Tom Blair's I on San Diego: A Bit Hung Over. . . Archive »

San Diego makes the lists, candidates slug it out, and cops contribute to a novel.
Northern Exposure: Parking, Art and Packing Archive »

High art finds a home in Oceanside; teens tout temperance in Poway; and a music career blooms in Carlsbad.

By Thomas K. Arnold
Inside: Gimme the Green Stuff Archive »

Showing you the green.
Letters Archive »

Defending Rick Rockwell; rallying to keep the Chargers; and staying safe with 2-1-1.
Front Pages Archive »

From New Orleans to San Diego, local rock band Switchfoot helps rebuild communities in the aftermath of natural disasters. Plus: a go-to spot for vegans; a Virgin debut starring Sir Richard...
Dialogue with Tom Blair: Kyra Phillips Archive »

San Diego-raised CNN anchorwoman Kyra Phillips talks about her latest reporting assignment in Iraq and how she got her start in journalism.
Journal: The Troubleshooter & the Accountant Archive »

A former TV consumer reporter and a sought-after campaign treasurer face off in the District 7 city council race. You’re heard of Marti Emerald; now meet April Boling.

By Ron Donoho | Illustration by Darren Thompson
Business: Can Green Beget Green? Archive »

Eco-friendly companies want to make money too. It looks like we’re at the turning point.

By Andrea Siedsma
San Diego Style: Say Spaaaah Archive »

Whether you need a quick mani/pedi or a day of relaxation, these day spas are worth checking out.

By Lori Bergamotto
Seen: Factory Life Archive »

Lise Wilson and Steve Strauss chaired MCASD Live, the Andy Warhol– inspired, urban fund-raising party.
Seen: Oscar Mania Archive »

The San Diego Young Professionals Committee hosted a red-carpettheme fund-raiser benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters of San Diego County.
Seen: Seeing Red Archive »

The American Heart Association hosted the eighth annual Go Red for Women Luncheon to raise awareness and funds for the battle against heart disease.
Seen: Stand-Up Guy Archive »

The Rancho Santa Fe Unit of Rady Children’s Hospital Auxiliary presented “Stand Up for Rady Children’s Cancer Care Center: An Evening with Jay Leno” at The Grand Del Mar.
Seen: Biz by the Sea Archive »

The Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce honored achievements in local business at the sold-out 40th annual Business Awards Dinner.
Seen: Debut Appearance Archive »

Alpha Kappa Alpha, the first black sorority, hosted its debutante ball at the Town & Country Resort.
Seen: Media King Archive »

CNN’s Larry King emceed the Kids Korps SuperStar Gala 2008 at Four Seasons Resort Aviara.
Seen: Great Leap Forward Archive »

La Jolla Music Society’s winter gala, “Hi-Jinx: Dare to Leap,” featured cocktails, dinner, a performance by Hubbard Street Dance Chicago.
Driven: Lexus: Smooth, Powerful and Green Archive »

The 2008 Lexus LS 600h blows the doors off performance cars half its size, while offering the benefits of a hybrid.

By Laura Byrd
Calendar Archive »

More from local pens; Malashock’s cultural collide; and a gift of music from the Kiwanis Club.

By Julia Beeson Polloreno & Phyllis DeBlanche

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