Here are providers I fully endorse; the best talent out there on the West Side

Physical Therapy & Pilates:
Dr. Diedra Manns operates Phoenix Physical Therapy
Details: In-home and studio manual therapy. Diedra is a genius.
Contact: 240-481-1760 or phoenixphysio@gmail.com

Sport Performance & Chiropractic:
Dr. Steve Gautreau operates LA Sports Performance Care
Details: Holds significant credentials in manual therapy science.  
Contact: 310-536-9996 or stevegautreau@lasportsperformance.com

Chiropractic Care:
Dr. Christopher George practices at Chiropractic Health & Wellness Center
Details: Comprehensive consultation & professionalism. 5-star personality.
Contact: 323-656-4194 or drgeorge@chwcenter.com

Chiropractic Care & Master of multiple therapy disciplines:
Dr. David Allan operates a private clinic.
Details: Hands-down the most talented manual therapist I know!
Contact: 310-773-1993 or 123wellness@gmail.com

Dentistry & Smile Perfection
Gordon Gardner, DDS lovingly operates an individual practice
Details: Yes, the real-live dentist actually does everything, not a tech!
Contact: 1304 15th St., Ste 303, Santa Monica, CA 90404
310-451-8083

Emotional Eating Solutions, Vitamineve
Eve Lahijani's private practice is all about legalizing your foods.
Details: Groundbreaking strategies without "dieting" touch your soul.
Contact: 310-367-8595 or eve@vitamineve.com (Westside)

Aesthetic Enhancement (face):
JoLynn Gibb, RN BSN delivers unmatched artistry and professionalism at Skin 365
Details: Cosmetic transformations: state-of-the-art fillers, anti-wrinkle, skin, lash, discoloration, Obagi.
Contact: 310-316-3365 or www.skin365days.com

Aesthetic Enhancement (face):
Roni Kosmal, RN, operates Pretty Girlz Med Spa in Beverly Hills
Details: Cutting-edge aesthetic techniques (and great pricing!)
Contact: 310-254-5983 or www.prettygirlzmedspa.com

Yoga:
Sara Ivanhoe, director of Yoganation, teaches at YogaWorks & other studios
Details: Prominent leader in yoga and movement education. Simple & thoughtful style.
Contact: 310-962-3552 or sara@saraivanhoe.com

Martial Arts:
Vanessa Mariscal operates the VMAT Training Facility. A warrior for women.
Details: Fully equipped “hidden” mat-based studio. Edgy & fun.
Contact: 310-721-4031 or meanbabysitter@gmail.com

Taxi:
Wendy Radwan operates Taxi-Taxi
Details: Mercedes-Benz fleet of high-style taxis. Great rates.
Contact: 310-828-2233 or wnedy@santamonicataxi.com

Advertising Media:
Brian Smith is the art director for Sign-A-Rama
Details: All kinds of graphics, signs, promotional tools. Great prices. deliver as promised.
Contact: 310-322-7446 or elsegundosigns@gmail.com

Real Estate Agent (residential):
Dominic Middono represents Regal Estates & Properties on the Westside
Details: Find the perfect home or estate of your dreams, with LA style!
Contact: 310-360-1161 or www.regalla.com

Printing & Copying:
Copyland on Pico Blvd.
Details: The best turn-around in super, high-quality printing & copying.  
Contact: 310-479-3957 or info@onedaycopy.com

Garden Center:
Katerina Morris, ACCNP, Marina Del Rey Garden Center. 
Details: Grower-finished high-quality specimen selection, fountains, and tons of pottery.
Contact: 310-823-5956 or www.marinagardencenter.com

Luxury Hotel:
Oceana Hotel in Santa Monica. Trendy Hollywood sophistication and 5-star service.
Details: Stunning luxury tucked away on the brim of Palisades Park overlooking the sea.
Contact: 310-393-0486 or www.hoteloceanasantamonica.com

Love Therapist:
Dr. Ava Cadell is the director/private counselor of the Loveology University.
Details: Love guru, author and world-wide speaker and private love coach.
Contact: 888-403-7282 or www.loveologyuniversity.com

Interior Designer:
Adrienne Mascaro operates Studio Blu Interiors.
Details: Un-bound imagination with significant resources. From walk-in closets to million-dollar remodels.
Contact: 310-890-3556 or www.studioblu.com

Auto Service & Sales:
Martin Auto Group/Cadillac/GMC in Santa Monica
Details: The service team is the definition of excellence.
Contact: 310-694-5239, ask for Robert

Indoor Tanning:
Cop-A-Tan studios. Super great deals IF YOU ASK. Get a free tan! (email me for more info)
Details: Super clean, very friendly, price competitive.
Contact: 310-392-8989 (Santa Monica) ask for Rachel

Optometry/Optician:
Barbara Shigekuni operates her private clinic in South Bay.
Details: Comprehensive assessment, super great personality, accurate prescriptions!
Contact: 310-536-9617

Hair Styling:
David styles at Bob Roy Salon in Manhattan Beach.
Details: Super personality, very creative, attention to detail. Great with color.
Contact: 310-545-2500

Dry Cleaning & Alterations:
Andy's Cleaners is super friendly & has great turn-around
Details: Loving mom & pop operation on Pico & Euclid
Contact: 310-452-3987

Men’s Fragrance:
Marc Bronson at the men’s fragrance counter Neiman Marcus (Beverly Hills)
Details: He “nose” his fragrance. Highly educated and intuitive with fragrance.
Contact: 310-550-5900 ask for ‘men’s fragrance’.

Auto Body Shop:
Mike manages Bair's Keystone Body Shop, Inc.
Details: Family-owned for 40 years, superior workmanship and service.
Contact: 310-450-0855 or www.bairskeystone.com

Auto Insurance:
Fin Martin Agency, ask for Angie
Details: Superior attention to customer needs, keeps on top of your claim.
Contact: 310-539-3533

Bar:
Side Door in Manhattan Beach is operated by my friends Lou & Grace Giovannetti.
Details: Feels like entertaining at home. Excellent menu. Lou sings the first Sunday each month, around 7:00 PM.
Contact: Lou’s cell: 310-772-1084 or www.lousings.com

Dinner:
Fritto Misto, bohemian style Italian in Santa Monica
Details: Casual and always packed! Clean, with friendly service. Must try the lemon bar. Located at: 6th & Colorado.
Contact: 310-458-2829 (no reservations)

Breakfast:
The Lazy Daisy in Santa Monica. Mexican and traditional brunch favorites.
Details: Casual with plenty of outdoor seating. Good portions, super-fresh everything. Located at: Cloverfield & Pico.
Contact: 310-450-9011 or www.lazydaisycafe.com

Sushi:
Hanabi Japanese Grill. Basic menu, but reliably fresh and delicious. Great prices. Catering.
Details: Looks like a chain, but it’s not. Family owned, very friendly.
Contact: 310-416-9785 (not open Sunday) or www.hanabisushigrill.com

Vacation Spots:
Vieques, Puerto Rico: Hacienda Tamarindo is a boutique hotel off the beaten-track. Best pool on the island, breakfast is included. A tamarind tree grows through the center of the hotel! You CANNOT be more spoiled by the service! Remote beaches. “El rustico”. Operated by my good friends Burr & Linda Vail.
Contact: 787-741-8525 or www.haciendatamarindo.com