Local Services

Local Legend

At Brentwood’s Sinclair station, John Fawcett has spent decades serving the community—while a dinosaur named Clair became one of the neighborhood’s most beloved sights Article by Amanda Eberstein | Photography by Trish Alison  At the corner of San Vicente Boulevard and 26th Street, beside the Brentwood Country Mart where Santa Monica meets Brentwood, a bright green dinosaur stands watch over the neighborhood. For years, she has greeted drivers pulling into Sinclair Gas Station, a cheerful...

Professional Services

Trusted Presence

After years protecting the community he loves, Jose Jarita is expanding his mission with Jarita Security Service Article by Amanda Eberstein  For nearly two decades, Jose Jarita has been a familiar presence for many local families—standing near the entrance of Wilshire Boulevard Temple’s Irmas Campus each morning, greeting parents, watching children run toward class and quietly making sure everything feels safe. He has spent 17 years working at the temple, beginning as a security officer and...

Auto + Marine

Driving Force

Article and Photography by In a community known for rallying together, a new event is aiming to bring neighbors back to the streets. On June 13, the inaugural Pacific Palisades Motor Classic will take over the Palisades Village Green, transforming the heart of the neighborhood into a lively showcase of cars, community and westside spirit. The event is organized by longtime local Dave O’Connell, who many residents know as the founder of the beloved Pacific Palisades Turkey Trot, now in its...

Life + Culture

My Town: Miles Fisher 

Article and Photography by Miles Fisher has never followed a single lane. The Dallas native first built his career as an actor, appearing in more than fifty film and television projects before finding an entirely new audience online. As a founder of the pioneering generative AI company Metaphysic.ai, his uncanny Tom Cruise deepfake impressions quickly went viral, earning millions of views and collaborations with the likes of Paris Hilton and Hailey Bieber, while attracting more than 400,000...

Food + Beverage

The Flavor Collective

Neighborly blends an impressive collection of culinary voices into one seamless destination Article by Carole Dixon  On any given afternoon in Brentwood, the rhythm of the neighborhood is easy to spot. Parents move between school pick-ups and sports practices, friends meet along San Vicente for a quick lunch and families begin the familiar daily question: what’s for dinner? It’s a pace that demands both quality and convenience—and increasingly, a place that can offer both. That idea sits at...

Home Services

The Natural Advantage

Olivier Roumy of Cocoturf is redefining synthetic landscaping through craftsmanship, sustainability and drive Article by Beth Friedman | Photography by CFP Studio Photography When Olivier Roumy talks about grass, he speaks about it the way an artist talks about his craft. Texture matters. Balance matters. The way something looks and feels when you run your hand across it matters. For Roumy, the founder of Los Angeles–based turf company Cocoturf, artificial grass has never been just a...

Shopping

A Father’s Day Classic

A one-stop gift guide from Sid Mashburn at the Brentwood Country Mart Article and Photography by When it comes to Father’s Day, the best gifts are often the simplest ones—something thoughtful he’ll reach for again and again. At Sid Mashburn in the Brentwood Country Mart, the Atlanta-based menswear brand offers exactly that: timeless pieces that feel both practical and special. Located right next door to Ann Mashburn—Sid’s wife and creative partner—the shop has become a quiet destination for...

Health + Wellness

Pitch Perfect

Alexander Audiology is redefining hearing health with a practice rooted in expertise, empathy and deeply personalized care Article by Grace Galloway For Dr. Melissa Alexander, the work of audiology has always been about something deeper than technology or diagnostics. At its heart, it is about connection—helping people stay engaged with the conversations, music and everyday sounds that shape their lives.  That perspective developed early. Alexander grew up in Northridge immersed in the...

Arts + Culture

Rising Note

Article and Photography by As the Santa Monica International Jazz Festival makes its debut this May throughout the city, it arrives with a clear mission: to honor the legacy of jazz while spotlighting the artists shaping its future. Among them is Lakecia Benjamin, a six-time Grammy-nominated saxophonist, composer and educator, who plays with both captivating emotional force and deep intention. “My approach is very much rooted in honesty and expression,” she says. “I try to play in a way that...

Shopping

Mother's Day Gift Guide

Article and Photography by A Thoughtful Touch Shop local this Mother’s Day with a curated selection she’ll truly love Still searching for the perfect Mother’s Day gift? Whether planning ahead or pulling something together at the last minute, the most meaningful presents are the ones that feel personal and considered. “The best Mother’s Day gifts reflect her personality, hobbies or needs,” says Jill Bronstein of Style Salon, a local service that includes closet edits and organization...