Andrea Naversen

2 weeks ago | ranchandcoast.com | Andrea Naversen

I am relaxing in a hammock, squinting up at the fronds of towering palm trees swaying in the breeze. Above me, the sun is shining, clouds are drifting across the sky, and the soothing sounds of waves lapping the shore are nearly lulling me to sleep. A waiter “interrupts” my reverie with a welcome mai tai. This, I think to myself, is heaven, or at least, what a vacation should be.

3 weeks ago | ranchandcoast.com | Andrea Naversen

Print Title "The Game of Life"Published Friday, May 16, 2025 Featured Photo Torrey Pines High School Lacrosse Team Captains Joey Levenberg, John Prior, and Reid Habbas with Coach Jono ZissiImage Credits Team: Photo by Andrea Naversen; group of 4: Photo by Bob Stefanko For years, lacrosse, a sport that has deep roots on the East Coast, has been scoring points here in the West, thanks to a cadre of dedicated coaches including Torrey Pines High School Coach Jono Zissi, his staff, and players.

3 weeks ago | ranchandcoast.com | Andrea Naversen

Every time I visit the Big Island of Hawaii, I am fascinated by the fields of black lava rock that blanket much of the landscape, the result of volcanic eruptions over the eons. So, it’s a surprise to turn off Highway 19 (aka the Queen Ka’ahumanu Highway) and find a sprawling tropical paradise, lush with exotic plants and palms.

1 month ago | ranchandcoast.com | Andrea Naversen

We couldn't find that. Let's go back home and try again. Print Title "StyleNotes"Published Monday, April 21, 2025 Featured Photo PradaImage Credits Courtesy Photography Step inside Leu Leu, the Leucadia culinary lounge keeping it funky with a top chef Solana Beach is buzzing with new energy San Diego’s hottest new boutiques and showrooms for spring shopping Soft Power: Spring Fashion at Omni La Costa

1 month ago | ranchandcoast.com | Andrea Naversen

We couldn't find that. Let's go back home and try again. Print Title "San Diego’s “Rosie the Riveter”"Published Wednesday, April 16, 2025 Featured Photo Roberta “Randy” TidmoreImage Credits Roberta“Randy” Tidmore: Photo by Jeff Rease, Portraits of Honor “We Can Do It!” reads the iconic World War II poster depicting a woman who became known as Rosie the Riveter with her sleeve rolled up, flexing her muscle to aid in the war effort.