| | Display: News - Images - Sections This month in tcnnorthBEST ACCOUNTANTSpecializing in small and mid-size businesses and individuals, Brodsky handles all business needs, including accounting and tax preparation; bookkeeping; tax planning; business management; personal management; payroll and sales tax preparation; and entity formation.  BEST ACUPUNCTURISTDuring her time in California, she has completed three years of postdoctoral training at USC, an MRI fellowship at Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center, and a Master’s Degree in Oriental Medicine at Samra University..  More of Page 3 »BEST ATTORNEYShe went around the room at graduation time and told one student he would be a good firefighter, one that she would make a great nurse. When she got to me, she paused and then told me that I could accomplish anything I set my mind to..  BEST BARSince opening our doors seven years ago, we have been blown away by the support of our regulars, friends and neighbors. We are lucky to call the Burbank community our home..  More of Page 4 »BEST BREAKFASTTallyrand has been a fixture in Burbank for more than 58 years. We begin each day by creating our own buttermilk pancake recipe to create the most delicious and fluffy pancakes. We serve breakfast burritos, delicious omelets, French toast and or homemade baked goods.  More of Page 8 »BEST BARBER SHOPOur landmark building, built in 1954, is a community fixture and has always been a barbershop. Fourteen years have passed and we have so many wonderful memories with our customers that they have become part of our family..  BEST BURGER AND FRIESHook Burger has over 40 years of a family owned history of standards and excellence. They have always focused on these three core values: Quality, Service, and Community..  More of Page 10 »BEST COLLEGE/UNIVERSITYWoodbury is a non-profit, fully accredited, private institution with two extraordinary geographic locations at the heart of Southern California’s creative and business economies in Los Angeles and San Diego. Founded in 1884, Woodbury is one of the oldest universities in Southern California.  BEST COFFEE HOUSEThis inspires us to continue working hard to keep your cafe fresh and interesting..  BEST CAMERA SHOPIt’s been that way at this popular photo store since it opened in 1999; it has since become famous for extremely knowledgeable, personalized service and a variety of classes to help customers become great photographers..  More of Page 14 »BEST CREDIT UNIONBurbank City is not a chain or branch office of a big bank. It’s a local, community-minded financial institution devoted to providing a better, personal banking experience for you and your family..  BEST GENERAL CONTRACTORWe have been doing construction in Burbank and surrounding cities since 1982 – more than 35 years. It has been a real pleasure working in Burbank and being a part of countless projects..  More of Page 16 »BEST DANCE STUDIO AND DANCE INSTRUCTORLocated in the beautiful Magnolia Park District of Burbank, GDS was designed to fit the needs of its growing dance family. Their state of the art facility features professional floating wood floors and high beam ceilings with natural light pouring into each dance room.  More of Page 18 »BEST BANK AND FINANCIAL SERVICESEver since we began as a tiny credit union run out of a teacher’s desk drawer (yes, you read that correctly), we’ve maintained one simple goal: provide affordable financial services..  More of Page 19 »BEST FAMILY RESTAURANTMCC Hospitality Group co-owners Chipper Pastron and Sal Casola opened the family-friendly restaurant in 1987, featuring traditional Italian recipes passed down from generation to generation..  BEST DENTISTHe performs all types of dentistry and is trained to provide “dentistry while you sleep” (IV sedation) for patients who may be fearful of dental treatment. He routinely treats patients who may have delayed seeing a dentist for several years and need major procedures to make up for years of neglect.  More of Page 20 »BEST FITNESS CENTERWe have more than 100 free exercise classes a week and the only warmwater pool in Burbank. We offer free childcare while you work out and so much more. Come in and see what the Y can do for you..  BEST GIFT STOREOur lines include Alex and Ani, Brighton, Corkcicle, MantraBand bracelets, Natural Life, Sid Dickens Memory Blocks, Rosy Ring, Voluspa and Paddywax candles, plus much more..  More of Page 21 »BEST DERMATOLOGISTOnce the program is field tested at USC, our goal is to establish UV&Me chapters at medical schools across the nation. This new program will be a division of Sun Safety for Kids, the nonprofit organization that Dr. Ashley has been managing for the past 15 years.  BEST DRYCLEANERS AND TAILORING“No matter the time of day or night, customers’ cleaning and shirt laundry can be ready in just two hours at no extra charge,” says owner Milt Chortkoff, who is now celebrating more than 70 years in the cleaning industry..  More of Page 23 »BEST SALON AND STYLISTKrimson prides itself on bringing the most innovative, quality services to its clientele. With 20 stylists, a nail technician, skincare specialist, and a barber our goal is to make your beautifying unforgettable..  More of Page 26 »BEST CHILDREN’S GYMNASTICSGolden State Gymnastics offers classes beginning with walking through high school age. While many of our students choose to participate in the sport recreationally, some go on to compete in local, regional and national competitions through our various competitive programs.  BEST INSURANCEWe are an independent agency that assists our clients in writing personal, commercial, health and life insurance through a wealth of insurance markets allowing us to Taylor policies to our client’s needs..  More of Page 28 »BEST MARTIAL ARTSMaster Nagayama began his teaching career in Okinawa, instructing students in the art of Moto Bu Ryu in the same school where he learned. Since 1977, he has been teaching in the Los Angeles area. For many of those years he was gaining experience in and teaching Tae Kwon Do.  BEST JEWELRY STOREIt’s quite a compliment to our jewelry, our store and ourselves. And thank you to our many customers, some going back almost 43 years! Because without you, we’d be No. 2..  More of Page 29 »BEST MUSIC SCHOOLBMA has dedicated many resources to keep arts programs alive in our schools. Our Rockin’ for the Arts non-profit program has raised thousands for many schools in Burbank and beyond..  More of Page 30 »BEST MECHANIC/AUTO REPAIRGreg has now retired and is happy to see Tino as the new owner of Greg’s Tune-up. Tino now runs the shop with the help of his daughters and longtime employees..  BEST MORTGAGE COMPANYIt is from these experiences that I have discovered the importance of values in every relationship. Values like trust, honesty and communication are the most important to me. I rely on these core values in every single business transaction in order for it to be successful.  More of Page 32 »BEST OPHTHALMOLOGYEach is a doctor, author, educator, inventor, innovator, investigator, and most importantly, a father and a husband. They treat you and your eyes with the highest level of ethics, along with medical and surgical expertise. The practice is dedicated to giving you the best eye care experience possible.  BEST PET TRAINERAll dog grooming packages include a bath using organic shampoo and conditioner, cage-free blow dry, breed-specific haircut, ear cleaning, teeth brushing, undercoat removal, dematting, anal gland expression, and nail clipping. Pet Rush Inn offers day care and overnight boarding services, complete with air conditioned suites and play area.  More of Page 33 »BEST PHYSICAL THERAPY CLINICMany thanks to our patients who make us look good with their dedication to return to their normal activities. It’s been a pleasure to serve the Burbank community for more than six years, led by our physical therapy staff of Marc Comrie, Joyce Ambrosia and Erin Dougherty.  BEST PLASTIC SURGEONAs many know, this last year was very difficult for me personally. I am humbled by the support of the amazing individuals in Burbank and I am grateful I have been able to return stronger than ever..  More of Page 34 »BEST PRIVATE SCHOOLWe trust that the formation of our students received here at the school will enable them to become productive and effective Catholic leaders for today’s society who model Christ by serving each other and the world in love..  BEST REAL ESTATE AGENT/TEAMEven more impressive is his involvement over the decades with the many civic and neighborhood organizations and causes that help make Burbank so special. Many Burbank locals appreciate the fact that in the same way Korb goes above and beyond to serve his clients, he does the same in his support of the Burbank community.  BEST PLUMBERIn 1984 he opened VHL Plumbing, which specializes in new and remodel plumbing, as well as fire sprinklers for tract homes, apartments, hotels and commercial properties..  More of Page 38 »BEST SENIOR CARE/RETIREMENTWeekly housekeeping and flat linen laundry service free up time for residents to enjoy the things they love. There’s no need to worry about cooking – the community’s onsite restaurant features chef-prepared meals and daily fresh specials.  BEST REAL ESTATE COMPANYChris is a Nationwide Top Producer, Licensed Real Estate Broker, Certified Senior Real Estate Specialist, Licensed Insurance Broker, and Notary Public. He was named Realtor of the Year 2013, and is Past President of the BAOR and the BAOR Community Service Foundation.  More of Page 42 »BEST SPORTING GOODSNike, Adidas, Russell, Under Armour, Bike, Rawlings, Easton, Athletic Express and Mizuno are just a select few of the hundreds of brands that we carry.  BEST TAKEOUT FOODLocated just east of RTB at 3501 W. Magnolia Blvd., the New Deal truly is a labor of love from a longtime Burbank family. The restaurant offers a modern take on nostalgic American recipes surrounded by relaxed 1930s revival décor..  More of Page 43 »BEST POLITICAL LEADER, BEST NURSEI am honored to serve on your city council and to be voted Best Politician. I’ve spent the last 50+ years of my life in Burbank, attending B.U.S.D. schools, raising my family and serving the residents proudly in our Fire Department and on numerous city boards and committees.  PROVIDENCEShe graduated from Burbank High School (we’ll just say “a few” years ago), has been married to her husband Jess for 42 years; has three grown children: Eric, Scott and Kristin; and three grandchildren: Lana, Shane and Lilah..  More of Page 44 »BEST VETERINARIANAt our practice, we try to set ourselves apart by focusing on client education, so pet owners feel like a partner in their pet’s care. We also practice low-stress techniques for patient handling to minimize anxiety, and regularly train our entire team in emergencies to keep our skills sharp.  BEST WINE SELECTIONWe specialize in creating custom private events with a Special Events team dedicated to the success of your event. Services include on-site event management, pre-planning and event day of execution..  Loading writers... Loading ads... Loading comments... BEST POLITICAL LEADER, BEST NURSE THE TALAMANTES A few words from Jess Talamantes I want to say thank you to all the Burbank residents, business community members and readers of the Burbank Leader who voted this year. I am honored to serve on your city council and to be voted Best Politician. I’ve spent the last 50+ years of my life in Burbank, attending B.U.S.D. schools, raising my family and serving the re sidents proudly in our Fire Department and on numerous city boards and committees. As your council member, it is my objective to gather as much relevant information, as well as input from all of you, so that I can make the best possible decisions as part of the council. I am so grateful for your continued confidence and support. I welcome and encourage you to provide your input on any city matter to your city council. Please do not hesitate to call or email me and/or attend the Burbank City Council meetings. Please be sure to check www.BurbankCA.gov for a calendar of upcoming events and updates on city projects including the I-5 construction, the Hollywood-Burbank Airport, and others! We are all so fortunate to call this great city our home. Thank you again, Burbank! |