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Little Voices, Big Thanks
THE KIDS OF THE SYV COUNT THEIR BLESSINGS
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Not Your Grandma's Apple Pie
A brown butter, bourbon-spiked twist on the Thanksgiving classic
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A Lasting Legacy
Living a lifetime dedicated to his country, community and colleagues, Michael Towbes continues giving back
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Who Ya Gonna Call?
When something breaks in your home, these are the three names in your contacts. Here's what they're proud of, and thankful for, this year.
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Little Voices, Big Thanks
THE KIDS OF THE SYV COUNT THEIR BLESSINGS Article by Sara DeMarcus | Photography by N/A (Weston) I’m grateful for Junior Lifeguards with Kiser Whitney. The pier jump, big swim, and making new friends. And I’m grateful for my family. (Levi) I’m grateful for my family, and I’m grateful for fruits and vegetables, and I’m especially grateful for my brother. Oh, and I’m grateful for the beach. (Isla) I’m grateful for my favorite thing, which is chocolate. I’m grateful for Josie (baby sister)...
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Not Your Grandma's Apple Pie
A brown butter, bourbon-spiked twist on the Thanksgiving classic Article by Grace Galloway | Photography by Matt DeMarcus There's a version of apple pie everyone grew up with — the one that shows up at every holiday table, made from a recipe nobody's allowed to change. This isn't that pie. Browned butter and a splash of bourbon turn a familiar classic into something richer, bolder, and worth passing around the table this Thanksgiving. Grandma might raise an eyebrow. She'll still ask for...
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A Lasting Legacy
Living a lifetime dedicated to his country, community and colleagues, Michael Towbes continues giving back Article by Tracy Marcynzsyn | Photography by Provided “Everybody can do something,” Montecito Bank & Trust founding member and Chairman Michael Towbes became famous for saying. He said this to encourage his colleagues to use their time, treasure, or talent to help organizations they care about, and he modeled this sentiment throughout his life. From serving his country in the Navy...
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Who Ya Gonna Call?
When something breaks in your home, these are the three names in your contacts. Here's what they're proud of, and thankful for, this year. Article by Sara DeMarcus | Photography by Lena Britt Photography The trades are among the most overlooked industries, yet local contractors keep us safe and comfortable every day. Roofing issue? Call Action. HVAC causing havoc? AllStar has your back. Tile finally giving out and it's time to remodel? Padilla Tile has you covered. We don't notice these things...
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