THE BEST OF THE I.E. We asked, and you answered. From splurge restaurants to math tutors, you told us where to find the best the Inland Empire has to offer. Check out this year’s winners, and keep notes for next year’s round-up.
By AUBREY NOELLE
POWER. PASSION. PURPOSE Inland Empire women are leading large companies and small, making a difference in a variety of ways. by TAMMY MINN, JEANNE BOYER AND ERIN TOBIN
THE I.E’S TOP COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES Quite a few organizations rank colleges in various categories, and IE college shoppers can review rankings to help determine which school is right for them. By JEANNE BOYER
MAN IN THE MIDDLE Retired Riverside County Superior Court judge Charlie Field now holds court in other circles. By ERIN TOBIN
COZY WEARS Staying warm this winter has never been more stylish. By ERIN TOBIN
WEEKEND WINTER FEST See the stars at the Palm Springs Film Festival, then sample the desert’s cuisine, entertainment and attractions. By JEANNE BOYER

 
RSVP VINTNERS CELEBRATION Rancho Cucamonga salutes its wine production heritage MUNCHIN’ AT THE MANSION CASA supporters gather at Edwards Mansion for this culinary fundraiser PASSION FOR FASHION DeLuz Women’s Club presents its annual fashion show MAKE A DIFFERENCE DINNER Inspire offers assistance to teens aging out of the foster care system THE PINK RUNWAY Loma Linda University Medical Center fashion show supports breast cancer research and education FASHION SHOW & LUNCHEON Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center raises funds for cancer care MAYOR’S JAZZ JAM Fontana throws a party to benefit the Boys and Girls Club of Fontana.

THREE SIXTY CALENDAR Celebrity concerts, comedy, special events, theater and more FUN-RAISERS Support these good causes WATCH LIST Television and movies LOCAL LEGENDS Retired Riverside County Superior Court judge Charlie Field AROUND THE I.E. Public speaking coach Diane Strand of Temecula; Miss California USA hopeful Dejanae Wortham of South Ontario; and singer Xenia Martinez of Temecula GOLF Playing a round at Desert Dunes Golf Club in Desert Hot Springs STYLE FILE Winter wear from Nordstrom, and boots from Macy’s
 
 

Food & Wine: RESTAURANT REVIEW The Restaurant at Leoness Cellars in Temecula CELEBRITY CHEF Sunny Anderson, star of “Cooking For Real” on the Food Network QUICK BITES Paxton’s Cellar in Redlands; and Darvish in Claremont THE GUIDE Our exclusive guide to Inland Empire restaurants WINE COUNTRY Savoring the best from I.E. wineries: profiles, tastings, dining and events.

 Special Sections: HOME + GARDEN Make it a New Year’s resolution to de-clutter your home and make room for changes HEALTHY LIVING What’s new in healthcare? Plus: Tips on diet and fitness EXECUTIVE STYLE Today’s Woman: Power. Passion. Purpose. Plus: Where to Find It COLLEGE BOUND How Inland Empire colleges and universities rank in various categories.

In Every Issue: THE A LIST Do you see your name? OPENERS Notes from the editor LETTERS Readers’ comments CALENDAR Music, theater, dance, vents, fundraisers, art and sports HOROSCOPE Your month ahead SUDOKU Fun with numbers CROSSWORD “Steady Now” THE LAST WORD Stewarts Boathouse.