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take it all in than from above? Flights from Torrey Pines Gliderport take off from this scenic blufftop site daily, where thrill-seekers can book a same-day (as long as winds are cooperating) tandem paragliding experience with veteran pilots to soar over breathtaking stretches of the coastline. For an experience that's elevated in a more figurative sense, La Jolla is a destination for the arts in all forms. Praises cannot be over-sung for e Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center, home of e La Jolla Music Society. Its state-of-the-art concert hall was masterfully designed to enhance every performance on its packed calendar. is month, LJMS's annual SummerFest will be the largest ever in its history, with 21 performances featuring jazz and dance in addition to classical compositions. Off- stage, SummerFest's Belle Époque-themed gala takes place on August 13, supporting the Society's children's educational and musical programs. On Prospect Street, we've been rejoicing since the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego re-opened its La Jolla flagship this spring. e celebrations continue on September 10 when the arts institution presents e Gala @ MCASD, the reincarnation of its long beloved Monte Carlo fundraising bash (see page 38 for complete details). Away from the village, Westfield UTC has established itself as a destination for dining as much as shopping — and we don't mean food court fare. e Winery has made a name for itself featuring much more than an excellent wine list. Upscale Mexican eatery Javier's was an instant see-and-be-seen reservation when it debuted in 2018 that hasn't lost its "it factor" status. If you haven't yet enjoyed a craft cocktail at Raised by Wolves, it's past time. e opulent bar concept from Consortium Holdings transports visitors to a world of ornate elegance. Global dim sum star Din Tai Fung is always bustling, and deservedly so. Its made-to-order dishes (watch the masters at work creating delectable dumplings behind glass at the restaurant's entry) are worth the wait if you weren't lucky enough to land a reservation, and though the entire menu is a deliciously authentic taste of Chinese cuisine, the soup dumplings they're famous for worldwide are still the stars. Across the street, Red O crafts its own take on Mexican food with many of the traditional dishes you love plus some modern adaptations and additions (see: Blackened Keto Salmon Risotto). Have Fun An eclectic mix of nature, adventure, culture, and history make exploring and playing in La Jolla truly a world unto itself. How better to first Sugar & Scribe >> ranchandcoast.com @ranchandcoast RANCH & COAST MAGAZINE AUGUST 2022 61

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