Shopping
What to Pack for a Warm-Weather Getaway
Nicole Kirwan of Permanent Vacation offers her sartorial advice Article and Photography by With its expert curation and impressive assortment, Permanent Vacation is a one-stop shop for any trip. So, what are Kirwan’s personal packing tips? “I like to lay out my outfits in looks to make sure I am covered for each day, night and planned activity. I also find it super helpful to stick to a color scheme so that your accessories can work with everything—shoes and bags take up so much space!” she...
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The Right Stuff
Equity Union founder and CEO Harma Hartouni is helping shape Brentwood’s real estate market with transparency, innovation and community-driven values Article by Carole Dixon Since launching in 2022, Equity Union has quickly become one of the region’s fastest-growing real estate companies, with twelve office locations throughout Southern California, including Brentwood, prominently situated across from the Brentwood Country Mart on San Vicente. Founded by industry veteran Harma Hartouni—who...
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Worldly Goods
Whether planning a visit to an exotic locale or searching for the perfect everyday piece, Brentwood boutique Permanent Vacation is the ultimate one-stop shop Article by Amanda Eberstein | Photography by Trish Alison Nicole Kirwan’s sartorial sensibilities run deep. “I have always been interested in fashion,” she says. “Early letters to Santa included such specific items as dolphin shorts, a ‘French’ bikini—I think this was ‘80s speak for high cut?—and a pink angora sweater with lavender...
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My Town: Emily Webb Doskow
Photography by Trish Alison After 12 years managing homes and teams in New York City, East Hampton, London, St. Barts, Aspen and LA, Emily Webb Doskow—a longtime Palisadian whose business is now based in Brentwood—founded Webb & Baker, a bespoke, personal and highly reliable project and property management experience. “We carry the mental load of home ownership,” Doskow says of the customized scope of offerings, which includes everything from general estate management to sourcing and...
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Making a Splash
Australian all-day café Great White plants its flag in Brentwood Article by Carole Dixon For months, it seemed like all of Brentwood was anxiously awaiting the arrival of Great White. Taking over the former space where the Tavern dining room once stood on Darlington Avenue—right behind Suzanne Goin and Caroline Stein’s second location of A.O.C., the Aussie hotspot is the latest beloved upscale restaurant group to expand to the neighborhood. In recent months, locals have welcomed Ospi, Matu Kai...
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Suddenly Santa Barbara
Just north of Los Angeles, this stunning coastal enclave—and surrounding region—feels worlds away. Here are updates for the summer season from some of the area’s top resorts. Article by Amanda Eberstein Rosewood Miramar Beach | Montecito With 153 ultra-luxury guestrooms and suites, including direct beachfront accommodations, Rosewood Miramar Beach ushered in a new era of Santa Barbara travel when it opened in 2019. Now, the resort has introduced FronteMare, an unparalleled communal culinary...
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Road Trip Survival Guide
Summertime often means TRAVEL, whether visiting family and friends, or exploring new exciting places! Yet, in the midst of the fun, stressors and struggles can often occur for children and adults with Executive Dysfunction. Our clients at New Agenda often seek input and advice for managing anxiety about travel while working with their Executive Function Coach. Here are some strategies New Agenda’s EF Coaches offer families seeking ADHD help and/or autism help...
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Power Players
Blair Chang and Sam Palmer of The Agency are the ultimate westside real estate mavens Article by Amanda Eberstein | Photography by Nikki Finnin and Mike Kelley Like most successful working relationships, the matchup between real estate agents Blair Chang and Sam Palmer of the Agency happened organically. “I met Sam years ago when he came to see a listing I had in Mandeville Canyon,” Chang recalls. Palmer, who was born and raised in England, was looking for a new home to share with his wife...
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Raising the Steaks
Matū Kai brings its signature beef—and elevated dining concept—to the heart of Brentwood Article by Carole Dixon | Photography by Jeffrey Chan and Virtually Here Studios After much anticipation, the team behind Matū—the buzzy Beverly Hills steak restaurant that exclusively serves highly-marbled, 100% grass-fed Wagyu from First Light Farms in New Zealand—has expanded the brand with a sibling outpost on San Vicente in Brentwood. With Matū Kai, Jerry A. Greenberg (a former tech entrepreneur who...
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Taking Root
Article and Photography by In addition to enhancing the physical environment of a property, trees provide many benefits for homeowners. Not only do they improve air quality, reduce stormwater runoff and absorb carbon dioxide and noise, but they also help regulate temperature and have many emotional advantages. For the ultimate local tree service, look no further than Green Valley Tree Care—an independently owned-and-operated company founded by certified arborist Carlos Mendoza in 2014...
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