The Pinteresting 5: Barn Doors

Sliding barn doors have been a hot home design trend for several years now! Whether you use them to conceal a pantry, bathroom, home office, or laundry room, barn doors are a stylish and space-saving way to divide sections of your home. Below are some of our favorite pieces of barn door inspiration!

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Recipe: Chicken Caesar Sandwiches

What You Need:

• 2 c. creamy caesar dressing, plus more for serving
• 1 c. chicken broth
• 1 lb. Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast
• 1 tbsp. lemon juice
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 c. finely grated Parmesan
• 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
• 4 ciabatta rolls
• 1 tbsp. Butter (optional)
• shaved Parmesan (for serving)

How To:

1. Add the first five ingredients in the bowl of a slow cooker and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Cook on high heat for 3-4 hours.
2. When the chicken is cooked, drain most of the liquid. Shred the breast meat with two forks in the bowl of the slow cooker. Toss with more caesar dressing.
3. Toast and butter ciabatta rolls, if desired. Top bottom halves with romaine, shredded chicken and shaved Parmesan. Place top halves on top and serve warm.

Restaurant of the Moment: The Promiscuous Fork

3801 Ingraham St

San Diego, CA 92109

www.thepromiscuousfork.com

The Promiscuous Fork’s commitment to their fellow foodies goes beyond their menu. They’ve created a comfortable, casual, non-pretentious feel to their restaurants. They want you to feel as if you were on vacation somewhere and walked in to the “local spot”.

The Promiscuous Fork has two locations in San Diego: in La Jolla on La Jolla Boulevard and in Pacific Beach on Ingraham Street. Both restaurants serve up a delicious menu of unique items you won’t find anywhere else. Our favorites include the Lamb Lollipops, the Mac ‘n’ Cheese With Asian-Braised Shredded Short Ribs, The Notorious P.I.G. Sandwich, and The Yuck Mouth Burger. They also offer an extensive menu of craft beer and wine to enjoy with your food.

Both locations are often busy, especially on nights and weekends so come hungry, but be prepared to potentially wait for a seat!

Coastal Premier Properties Welcomes Reza Karkouti

Coastal Premier Properties is thrilled to welcome Reza Karkouti! Reza will be working out of our Scripps Ranch office as part of The Moreland Team with his wife, Kara. The Moreland Team is also part of The Boyle Team.

About Reza:

When Reza found himself lagging behind the rest on the high school track, he vowed never again to be at the back of the crowd.  He would sneak in extra hours of practice and, by his senior year, held the high school record for the 110 meters hurdles.  It is this type of dedication and perseverance that Reza brings to his clients.  A 22 year veteran of business ownership within the county of San Diego, he knows the hidden details of each community and the personalities that each neighborhood creates.  To Reza, real estate is a business based on trust, something that he builds through honest communication and responsiveness.  He embraces every new project with the understanding that it is a unique and personal experience, and dedicates his time to understand that uniqueness. He knows that purchasing or selling a home is not an everyday experience so he gently guides his clients through every step of the process.  A master of negotiations, he will guide you through understanding the realistic value of homes and wants you to feel that you have gained the best financial picture for your situation.

Reza enjoys traveling, scuba diving, beach volleyball and hiking.  He is active in animal rights and enjoys spending time with his family.

Click here to contact Reza! For more about Coastal Premier Properties, visit our website!

Design Trends: Floral Designs

Flowers have always been a popular print for homes, but in 2018, this trend is getting a bolder, graphic update. Think flowers on a large scale, in unexpected places, and in high-contrast palettes like black and white or hot pink!

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Recipe: Slow-Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

What You Need:

• 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1 15-oz. can Black Beans, rinsed
• 1 c. frozen corn
• 2 bell peppers, chopped
• 1 white onion, chopped
• 1 15-oz. can fire-roasted tomatoes
• 1/4 c. freshly chopped cilantro, plus more for garnish
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp. cumin
• 1 tbsp. chili powder
• 1 tsp. kosher salt
• 2 c. low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 c. Shredded Monterey Jack
• 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
• 3 small corn tortillas, cut into strips
• Sliced avocado, for serving
• Sour cream, for serving
• Lime wedges, for serving

How To:

1. In a large slow cooker, combine chicken, black beans, corn, peppers, onion, fire-roasted tomatoes, cilantro, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and chicken broth.
2. Cover and cook on low until chicken is cooked and falling apart, 5 to 6 hours.
3. Shred chicken with a fork, then top soup with Monterey Jack and cover to let melt, 5 minutes more.
4. Meanwhile, make tortilla crisps: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add tortilla strips and cook until crispy and golden, 3 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and season with salt.
5. Serve soup topped with tortilla crisps, avocado, sour cream, cilantro, and lime.

Coastal Premier Properties Welcomes Kara Moreland

Coastal Premier Properties is pleased to welcome Kara Moreland! Kara will be working out of our Scripps Ranch office as part of The Moreland Team with her husband, Reza. The Moreland Team is also part of The Boyle Team.

About Kara:

Kara Moreland grew up in and around real estate, spending her summers helping her parents market their real estate projects.  A native of Colorado, Kara understands that a home is the center of memories that chronicle our lives, whether it does so by providing a haven of comfort or the environment that help relationships grow. Her business philosophy is based on trust and honest communication.  She uses her intuition and listening skills to understand her client’s lifestyles and dreams.

Kara received her Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism and Mass Communications from Arizona State University. Communication and hard work are her trademarks.  For the person looking for a home, she invests her energy to find the right community, the right neighborhood, and the right home.  For sellers, she helps them position their home so that it transitions to the perfect person or family.  She will be there when you need her.

Kara is competitive in both work and play.  In her leisure time, she enjoys soccer, beach volleyball and running the many trails in San Diego.  She also has an eye for beauty and enjoys photography and filming.  At home, she makes her own family memories as she creates culinary delights, which her husband truly appreciates.

Click here to contact Kara! For more about Coastal Premier Properties, visit our website!

The Pinteresting Five: Valentine’s Day Home Decor

Wishing you all a very Happy Valentine’s Day filled with love and joy!

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Recipe: Shredded Beef Enchiladas

What You Need:

• 1 1/2 lb. beef shoulder roast
• 2 tbsp. Taco Seasoning
• 2 tsp. chili powder
• 1 15-ounce can green enchilada sauce
• 1 tbsp. corn starch plus 3 tbsp. cold water
• 12 flour tortillas
• 2 c. shredded Mexican blend cheese, divided
• Salsa, onions, cilantro, chopped tomatoes, avocado, for garnish

How To:

1. Pour 1 cup water into your slow cooker. Add beef roast, then sprinkle taco seasoning and chili powder over the beef. Cover and cook on low until fall-apart tender, 8 hours. Shred with two forks.
2. In a medium saucepan, bring enchilada sauce to a boil. Stir together cornstarch and water until dissolved in a small bowl, then add to enchilada sauce and reduce heat to medium-low, stirring until thickened. Remove from heat.
3. Preheat oven to 350º and grease a large casserole or baking dish. Spread half of the enchilada sauce in the bottom of the dish.
4. Arrange tortillas on a clean flat surface. Divide 1 cup cheese among tortillas. Top with shredded beef. Roll tightly and place side by side in baking dish. Top with remaining half enchilada sauce and cheese.
5. Cover dish with foil and bake until cheese is melted, 10 to 12 minutes. Uncover and bake 4 to 5 minutes more. Top enchiladas with desired toppings and serve.

Coastal Premier Properties Welcomes Dennis Boyle

Coastal Premier Properties is thrilled to welcome Dennis Boyle and The Boyle Team! Dennis and his team will be working out of our Scripps Ranch office.

About Dennis:

Having successfully closed several hundred properties in San Diego County over the last 27 years, Dennis Boyle is a proven commodity for buyers and sellers a like. Dennis’ extensive market and contractual knowledge, along with his consistent track record of getting his offers accepted and listings sold to the maximum benefit of his clients, has resulted in a past client loyalty rate that is second to none!

With decades of award winning, record setting experience, and hundreds of properties closed within San Diego’s North County and North County Coastal, Dennis has proven strategies and systems to help you negotiate the best possible price for your home. When it comes to the numbers side of the business, Dennis has a unique advantage over the competition. In addition to selling houses since 1990, Dennis Boyle served as a top producing mortgage lender for over 7 years. His ability to calculate loan payments on the spot, as well as his knowledge of current loan programs, and how those programs may effect offers on his listings, or payments for his buyers, consistently helps him bring more transactions together for a successful closing.

Click here to contact Dennis! For more about Coastal Premier Properties, visit our website!