Life + Culture

My Town: Dr. Zelana Montminy

Article and Photography by Long known as a leading behavioral scientist and bestselling author, Dr. Zelana Montminy’s work took on new meaning after the Palisades Fire. “It was such a devastating experience that words can barely contain,” says the longtime resident and mother-of-three. “Every place we cherished as a family in this little bubble we were so lucky to call home was obliterated. When you lose your community all at once, you lose the rhythms, rituals and familiar spaces that give...

Arts + Culture

Child’s Play

For cousins Jedd Gold and Jeff Lipp, Artkive is more than just a business—it’s a way to help families hold onto their most cherished memories Article by Patricia Taft When cousins Jedd Gold and Jeff Lipp were growing up on the east coast—in Westport, CT and Westchester, NY, respectively—their hometowns nurtured a sense of community and instilled a value for childhood defining artifacts. Later in life, when they both found themselves in Los Angeles pursuing entrepreneurial endeavors, they were...

Life + Culture

Divine Inspiration

With her new book, Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt draws from her childhood—and idyllic life growing up on the westside Article by Amanda Eberstein Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt is about as local as it gets. The eldest child of Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver, Pratt grew up on the westside in Pacific Palisades and Brentwood, where she currently resides with her husband, actor Chris Pratt and their three little kids. “I loved it so much I never left,” she laughs. “The reason I am...

Style + Beauty

Shining Brightly

Brentwood’s OG jeweler, Peter Norman, talks everything from karats to cars to yes, Taylor’s new ring Article by Maile Pingel | Photography by Natasha Tilly Tucked into the Town & Country shopping center on San Vicente is Peter Norman Jewelers, a classic Brentwood boutique long celebrated for handcrafted pieces—most notably diamond engagement rings. But stepping through the front door reveals more than just a trove of exquisite jewels. Peter Norman, himself, is a gem. Norman grew up in Cape...

Home Services

Home for the Holidays

Article and Photography by As busy working parents living in Silicon Valley, Vishwas and Avantika Prabhakara experienced firsthand the challenges of maintaining a home. “The hardest thing for me was to find help when I needed it,” says Vishwas, a seasoned tech executive who worked at companies like Digit and Yelp. “I also knew that the marketplace for hiring help was broken for homeowners and service providers.” The couple joined forces to create Honey Homes, an innovative membership service...

Food + Beverage

A Simpler Thanksgiving

These fresh, seasonal recipes are the perfect accompaniment to any holiday meal Article by Samantha Durbin | Photography by Emily Merrill Honey Roasted Carrots with Labneh and Fresh Dill Ingredients 10 carrots ½ cup fresh dill 3 sprigs of thyme 1 cup labneh  2 tablespoons honey  2-3 tablespoons olive oil Directions Preheat oven to 400° F. Wash, peel and prep your carrots. If carrots are skinny, you can peel them and place them onto a cookie sheet. If the carrots are...

Food + Beverage

On a Roll

CHX food truck—founded by 20-year-old local Alex Hyman—brings gluten-free fried chicken sandwiches to Brentwood Article by Carole Dixon | Photography by Trish Alison and Darren Bates If you have recently passed by the CVS drugstore on San Vicente, you might have noticed the bright blue CHX truck serving fried chicken sandwiches. If you are luckier, you may have even stopped to check it out. Quickly, you would have found that this is not your average fast food meals on wheels business. Founder...

Life + Culture

My Town: Thatcher Baker-Briggs

Article and Photography by "Thatcher’s Wine is about connection and storytelling. Every bottle we carry—from something you reach for after work to a rare find you save for a milestone—has a narrative, point of view and personality,” says owner Thatcher Baker-Briggs. The Windsor, Canada native began his career in kitchens in Vancouver and San Francisco before becoming a master sommelier at just 22 years old. Following successful stints at renowned restaurants Takazawa in Tokyo and back in SF at...

Event Planning + Services

Fresh Catch

Yooshi Sushi and Hunt & Gather deliver premium fish—and superior service—to events and homes in Brentwood and beyond Article by Carole Dixon Whether planning an event this fall and seeking out the most delicious sushi—from intricately prepared platters to full live-action chefs—or simply striving to procure some of the freshest fish in town for your next dinner party or family meal, look no further than Yooshi Sushi Catering and Hunt & Gather. Farzad Youshei, the enterprising founder of both...

Fitness

Power Surge

At Fred Fitness, Artificial Intelligence makes the workout experience all the more gratifying Article by Samantha Brooks Whether it's the intimidation factor of going into a jock-filled weight room, being bored with your typical workout routine or just not knowing where to start, there are countless reasons why people put off going to the gym. But imagine a workout environment where everything was done specifically just for you. Programming, outlining a path to meet your fitness goals...